Sermons on Ripped Apart:

How Honest Is Your Faith

Contributed by William Noel on Dec 31, 2006

Many Christians Live With Psuedo-Faith ... Pretending Their Faith Is Something That Its Not!

Last Sunday, I was truly blessed. Some of you know, that I was battling with high blood pressure during Sunday School and Church. I had a headache. My vision was a little blurred. And, I felt all-around lousy. Up until last Sunday, I had denied having high blood pressure. · I know high ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:17-29

Denomination: Baptist

The First Missionary Journey Series

Contributed by Russell Rhodes on Sep 1, 2005

This is an account of the first Missionary Journey and the 16th sermon in the Book of Acts

The First Missionary Journey Acts Chapter 13-14 Acts # 16 In these chapters we will find the starting of the first foreign mission broad. The church at Antioch was getting ready to send out missionaries through out the world. They were taking the great commission very seriously. The ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Finishing The Story

Contributed by Simon Fullylove on Jun 26, 2006

A look at the big picture in terms of the role of the bible in preparing us for mission in today’s world

Introduction I came across this illustration of the role of the bible and our role as the followers of Jesus (by N T Wright): Suppose someone discovered a play by say, Shakespeare – there were 4 acts but the 5th had been lost. The first four acts provide such a wealth of characterization and ...read more

Scripture: John 20:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon # 2 Anointed By God Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jan 17, 2023

In this sermon we will study how God’s hand anointed His chosen ones, and how the Lord used them mightily for His glory and the extension of His Kingdom.

Hand of the Lord Sermon #2 Anointed by God Acts 11:21, “And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number believed, and turned unto the Lord.” (KJV) What is the purpose for which, the Hand of the Lord rests on us “I have found David my servant; with my holy oil have I anointed him: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:21, Psalm 89:20-21, Exodus 40:31, 1 Samuel 16:12-13, Acts 13:22, Matthew 6:10, Revelation 1:6, Luke 4:18-19, Acts 2:4, Matthew 28:19-20, Acts 2:17-18, Acts 2:41  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Hope Is Given To God’s People Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 17, 2025

The revelation of God's concern for His people cannot be overlooked, and should give us incredible hope that despite the challenges we are currently facing - He is still able to rescue and walk with us through them!

Isaiah, Part 7 Hope is Given to God’s People Isaiah 10:20-34 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons! We are so glad that you’ve chosen to worship with us - Last week, we saw the most visual and memorable prophecy of Isaiah -- It was God’s revelation of how we will be rescued – a redeemer sent ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 10:20-34, 2 Kings 19:32-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Is The Vine, We Are The Branches Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Feb 24, 2005

All Christians must stay connected to Christ and submit to spiritual pruning in order to bear spiritual fruit.

Who Is This Jesus? 14. He is the Vine, We are the Branches John 15:1-8 Main idea: All Christians must stay connected to Christ and submit to spiritual pruning in order to bear spiritual fruit. INTRO: Q: What sound does a grape make when an elephant steps on it? A: None. It just lets out a little ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Road To Glory Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jul 20, 2008

The journey on the Road to Glory involves four point along the way

The Road To Glory Romans 5:18-21 * We are approaching the time for the next Olympic Games. In this setting we get to witness to most talented, gifted, and disciplined athletes in the world. They have worked, trained, sacrificed, and given their all to reach their goal. Without a doubt it is ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Be Attached: Proclaim And Do!"

Contributed by Tim Zingale on May 8, 2006

A sermon for the 5th Sunday of Easter

5th Sunday of Easter John 15:1-8 "Be Attached: Proclaim and Do!" 15:1* ¶ “I am the true vine, and my Father is the vine dresser. 2* Every branch of mine that bears no fruit, he takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit he prunes, that it may bear more fruit. 3* You are already made ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Thinking God's Thoughts

Contributed by Chris Surber on Jul 8, 2009

We will see victory in the Christian life to the extent that we embrace God’s thoughts and abandon worldly patterns of thought.

Thinking God’s Thoughts, Romans 12:1-2; Ephesians 4:17-20 Introduction In the Christian life there is perhaps no other doctrine which is more directly applicable or important than that of the renewal of the mind. Indeed, is it not the continual and ongoing process of the changing of the thought ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian Church

The Collaboration Of Love And Faith Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 24, 2016

Love serves as a great motivator, and our faith is motivated by love. When our love is lacking or weak, our faith will be as well. Love and faith go hand in hand, working together as we strive to serve the Lord, consistent with His will.

The Collaboration of Love and Faith 1 John 5: 1-5 Today we enter the fifth and final chapter of John’s first epistle. Consistent with previous teaching, John continues to deal with love, a subject he has spoken of at length. We have considered much concerning our love for the Lord and our ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Your Divorce Tears Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Jul 22, 2015

A great marriage, not a painful divorce, is God’s desire for us

April 29 “Your divorce tears” Matthew 5:31-32 Malachi 2:16 Deuteronomy 24:1 Matthew 19:4-9 Because a great marriage, not a painful divorce, is God’s desire for us 1. Marriage is a covenant union between a man and a woman for life Man and woman ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

Choose Life

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 20, 2019

Each day we live, we face many choices. Some are minor and insignificant, while others are major with lasting consequences. Moses offered a serious admonition to Israel - choose life!

Choose Life! Deuteronomy 30: 19-20 Today is designated as Sanctity of Human Life Sunday, a day set aside on the third Sunday in January to celebrate and stand for the right to life, particularly in the unborn. Babies within the womb are the most vulnerable human beings. They have no ability to ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

A New Day Dawning Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 16, 2021

God is always at work, and His plans are always fulfilled according to His desire. We can take comfort in that truth. Our Lord never changes. There is hope and security in Christ.

A New Day Dawning Esther 8: 1-8 Take a moment to consider the range of emotion Esther and Mordecai have experienced up to this point in their lives. They were living with the other Jews, captive in Persia. Life may not have been terrible, but they were not free citizens of the kingdom. Esther is ...read more

Scripture: Esther 8:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Marvelous Gift Of Grace

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 7, 2019

Following his declaration of man's depravity and the love of God to meet our desperate need, Paul reveals the means of our salvation. We are saved by grace through faith unto good works. Works do not produce salvation, but they will follow genuine salvation.

The Marvelous Gift of Grace Ephesians 2: 8-10 Over the past few weeks, we have considered the desperate situation of mankind. There is no doubt that we are all born in sin, separated from God and in danger of eternal condemnation because of sin. Thankfully, God understood man’s desperate need and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Betrayed Part 3 Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 15, 2010

a study of chapter 16 verses 39 through 63

Ezekiel 16: 39 – 63 ‘Betrayed’ Part 3 “39 I will also give you into their hand, and they shall throw down your shrines and break down your high places. They shall also strip you of your clothes, take your beautiful jewelry, and leave you naked and bare. 40 “They shall also bring up an assembly ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 16:39-63

Denomination: Calvary Chapel