Sermons on Rigidity:

Jesus Publicly Reinstates Peter

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on May 6, 2019

When Jesus reinstated Peter, he expected more from Peter but accepted less.

Jesus revealed himself to seven of His disciples who were fishing in the Sea of Tiberias more commonly known as the Sea of Galilee. For most of us a remote lake with a special fishing hole is a comforting scene. The kind of place we might expect to see Jesus or feel his presence. The kind of ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Denomination: Lutheran

"The Way To Preach When Apostasy Comes Into The Church" Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jul 7, 2013

The early church dealt with false teachers telling the church that certain foods and even marriage and sexual relations within marriage were sinful and should be avoided. This message deals with Paul's approach in coaching Timothy to deal with this.

THE WAY TO PREACH WHEN APOSTASY COMES INTO THE CHURCH 1 Timothy 4:1-16 Dorn Ridge, July 07, 2013 The following link will take you to an MP3 recording of this sermon: http://chirb.it/q4DEp9 INTRODUCTION: 1.) Jesus said: “I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not prevail ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Help Mine Unbelief

Contributed by Jeff Hatos on May 29, 2019

The father of a child possessed by demon doubted Jesus could help. How many times have our doubts about God come to the surface?

Help Mine Unbelief Mark 9:17-26 And one of the multitude answered and said, Master, I have brought unto Thee my son, which hath a dumb spirit; And wheresoever he taketh him, he teareth him: and he foameth, and gnasheth with his teeth, and pineth away: and I spake to Thy disciples that they should ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:17-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Series: Wow! Whose Beautiful Young Daughter Is That? (Part 9) When Is A Child Better Than Seven Sons?

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 9, 2020

The focus of parents should not be just the quantity of children they should have but the quality of children. Parents must not just have children but be ready to sacrifice for them to become vital to society. One child brought up well is better than seven sons ill brought up.

SERIES: “WOW! WHOSE BEAUTIFUL YOUNG DAUGHTER IS THAT? (PART 9) WHEN IS A CHILD BETTER THAN SEVEN SONS? 1. Ruth 4:13 So Boaz took Ruth and she became his wife. When he made love to her, the Lord enabled her to conceive, and she gave birth to a son. 14 The women said to Naomi: “Praise be to the ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:13-17, Ruth 2:4-5

Denomination: Charismatic

Downsizing Part 3: The Halliburton

Contributed by Travis Voeltz on Sep 27, 2019

Today is part 3 in our series. It was originally going to be 4 parts, but I downsized…

Open Today is part 3 in our series. It was originally going to be 4 parts, but I downsized… In part 1 we talked about having faith in worldly possessions is like using a wet paper sack…the bottom is going to fall out. In part 2 we talked about having confidence in ourselves, or in the flesh, and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Grace Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 5, 2022

Filters are important because without them things don’t operate properly. Are you living life unfiltered?

No Filter Pt. 2 - Grace In an age where things that are not real are promoted as reality it would serve to reason that in church, we would tell you to live with no filter since we are taught by our Savior to live authentic and genuine lives. However, I want to tell you that filters are an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 20:30-33, 2 Samuel 4:4, 2 Samuel 9:3-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 19, 2021

Jesus exorcises a demon, even as he reprimands the disciples for their failure to trust the one to whom their prayers ought to have been offered.

The Power of Prayer Jeffery Anselmi / General The Power of the Gospel / Prayer; Power / Matthew 17:14–20 Jesus exorcises a demon, even as he reprimands the disciples for their failure to trust the one to whom their prayers ought to have been offered. INTRODUCTION • Today we will come across a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:14-20, Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"a Seeker Meets The Saviour" Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Mar 30, 2021

This sermon deals with the Man Nicodemus as he came to Christ, and Jesus pointing him to a future time three and a half years later when he would see Jesus hanging on a cross.

“A SEEKER MEETS THE SAVIOUR” (Sermon #7 in 2021 series on Gospel of John) John 3: 1-21 Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ February 28, 2021 Video Link: https://youtu.be/vJW8x6WRn1A INTRODUCTION: 1.) Among the phrases we so often hear in the church today are the words: “Seeker”, Seeker ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21, Luke 7:36-50, Matthew 3:11, Acts 2:38, Titus 3:5-7, Jeremiah 29:13, Isaiah 55:8-9, John 19:38-40  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lessons From The Rechabites Clan For The Church Today.

Contributed by Suzan Aturo Mugabi on Oct 2, 2020

If you can be so loyal and committed to your cultures and the rules set by man, God deserves more loyalty because He is bigger than any human being

My daughters have a friend who comes to play with them, but one thing about this girl is that she is ever clean. I have watched her grow but she has maintained that discipline. Sometimes when I have trouble getting mine to shower, I challenge them using the example of their friend. Then one day my ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Enduring In The End Times Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 26, 2021

While it is impossible to known when the Lord will return, the Scripture does reveal what we can expect as that time draws near. Paul sought to equip the church to prepare for and endure during the End Times. These words of exhortation are especially needed today.

Enduring in the End Times 1 Thessalonians 5: 8-11 Paul had spent a great deal of time dealing with the rapture of the church and the second coming of the Lord. He sought to enlighten them concerning the events that are sure to happen. If you remember, the Thessalonians were a bit confused, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Good Shepherd PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023

Explores the depth of Jesus Christ's love, guidance, and commitment as our Good Shepherd, urging us to trust and obey Him, even in challenges.

Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering where we seek to immerse ourselves in the divine wisdom of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Our hearts are open, our spirits are willing, and we are ready to receive the nourishment that only God's Word can provide. We are here today to celebrate ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11

Topics: Characteristics, Good Shepherd

Open House

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 17, 2023

When God calls people to us, it is our job to gather them in his name and share the joy he provides for all in his house of prayer.

Almost 40 years ago, July or August of 1984, I was at my very first Bible camp. It was the annual women’s retreat for the Northwest Women’s Caucus of the Evangelical Free Church of America, and I was scared to death. Well, maybe that was putting it a little strongly, but I was pretty nervous. You ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Healthy Heart PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 12, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of God's Word on our hearts and the importance of guarding our hearts from harmful influences.

Welcome! I am thrilled to stand before you today, not merely as a speaker, but as a fellow traveler on this road of faith, a co-sojourner in this pilgrimage we call life. Today, we gather around a topic so central, so critical to our faith walk that it could be likened to the beating heart within ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:20-27

Topics: Steadfast, Ways Of God

Daring To Be Committed (To What Matters Most) Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Oct 1, 2018

Daring to be Committed (to What Matters Most) Series: Daring Faith Brad Bailey – September 30, 2018

Daring to be Committed (to What Matters Most) Series: Daring Faith Brad Bailey – September 30, 2018 Intro Let me begin with two questions that may help us hear God’s call to us today: Do you understand that some things matter more than others? Do you understand that your earthly life is that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Blessing Of Guidance

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 29, 2019

The Spirit helps us with our weaknesses. It is not the case that He helps at times when we are weak, but since we live in a state of weakness, He is helping us continually.

(28) The Blessing of Guidance Romans 8:26-30 26 Likewise the Spirit also helps in our weaknesses. For we do not know what we should pray for as we ought, but the Spirit Himself makes intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. 27 Now He who searches the hearts knows what the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-30

Denomination: Baptist