Sermons on Rite Of Passage:

Christian Conduct Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 6, 2005

Many passages of scripture teach us about Christian conduct. This passage challenges us to have Christian conduct toward Brothers, Business, and to do it without Boasting.

Christian Conduct James 4:11-17 C:\MyData\JAM-OLD But Good\JAMES4-3.WPD {11} Do not speak against one another, brethren. He who speaks against a brother, or judges his brother, speaks against the law, and judges the law; but if you judge the law, you are not a doer of the law, but a judge of it. ...read more

Scripture: James 4:11-17

Denomination: *other

God’s Amazing Prophetic Power

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 9, 2012

There are few passages of Scripture that open the door on God’s incredible prophetic power than Daniel 11. Don’t close your eyes to this amazing passage.

Passage: Daniel 11:2-20 Intro: No wonder Daniel was sick for three weeks when he saw this vision! 1. here he was, eager to see his nation of Israel restored to God’s favor. 2. instead, this vision presents them as a battleground between two warring empires, then the victims of terrible ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:2-35

Denomination: Evangelical Free

How To Be More Encouraging To Our Brothers And Sisters In Christ Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 24, 2023

Romans 14 is a key passage on potential disagreements with fellow believers. What does this passage teach us about being more encouraging in our church families?

DANGER SIGNS: 1. AM I TRIPPING UP MY BROTHER OR SISTER IN CHRIST? - Romans 14:13b, 15b. - In church arguments and fights, so often our focus is on showing everyone how right we are. - Here, though, in v. 13b, we are instructed not to put a stumbling block in front of a brother or sister. - Let ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

Preaching From Philippians #5

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 28, 2021

This little passage of scripture is loaded with wonderful teachings about the Lord Jesus Christ. Some believe it is one of the greatest passages in the Bible concerning the Lord Jesus Christ.

It gives us a picture of the humility of Christ like we have never seen before. If the church today is ever going to accomplish anything for the Lord, we are going to have to know and possess the humility of Christ. Illus: Some of the New Testament Christians caught this vision. The attitude of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Sifting Of The Saints

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 25, 2022

This passage of scripture has to do with the “sifting” of the saints. Before we can fully appreciate what this passage is teaching, we have to know something about sifting.

Illus: Some of the older women in this congregation can remember when years ago they had a “sifter” in their kitchen. This was something they could hold with one hand, and use the other hand to turn a handle that rotated a wire wheel inside the sifter basket. As they prepared a meal for their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord's Return And Resurrection: Part I Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 24, 2012

The subject is the return of Jesus Christ to earth and the resurrection of the dead. I get more questions asked about this passage than most any other passage in the Bible. So I thought we would spend about three sessions talking about this passage. Thi

1 Thess. 4:13 through 5:3 is a passage about a subject that intrigues people. The subject is the return of Jesus Christ to earth and the resurrection of the dead. I get more questions asked about this passage than most any other passage in the Bible. So I thought we would spend about three ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Man's Depravity--Illegitimate Birth

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 18, 2012

This passage shatters man’s concept of himself, but it’s a passage that has to be studied very carefully because it is one of the shocking truths revealed by Jesus.

READ passage. This passage shatters man’s concept of himself, but it’s a passage that has to be studied very carefully because it is one of the shocking truths revealed by Jesus. To outline tonight’s study. I. Man is a sinner and short of God’s glory. II. Man sins because ...read more

Scripture: John 8:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

Nuts And Bolts Christianity

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 23, 2017

Paul gives us a passage that is 1. Simple 2. Practical 3. Filled with Spiritual Passion and Energy. A passage that can transform our lives and the lives of the Body of Christ!

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21 (Call to Worship - Psalms 26:1-8) Title: Nuts and Bolts Christianity Paul gives us a passage that is 1. Simple 2. Practical 3. Filled with Spiritual Passion and Energy. A passage that can transform our lives and the lives of the Body of Christ! INTRO: ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Preaching From Philippians #11

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 28, 2021

Many consider this passage of scripture to be one of the most important passages in the Bible. Once we get into these verses, it is easy to see why it is ranked so high by so many.

The reason it is ranked so high is because this passage deals with the example we set before our FAMILY and FRIENDS. Every one of us has influence for GOOD or BAD! Illus: Even Jesse James had a gang that followed him around, and so do we. We have people under our influence. When we speak about ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Wise Foundation Series

Contributed by Keith Andrews on May 31, 2008

We are looking at a somewhat familiar passage from Matthew 7:21-27. This passage tells the story of the man who built his house on a rock and the man who built his house on the sand. This passage helps us to rethink what foundation we are building our li

The Wise Foundation: June 1, 2008 Keith J. Andrews All Scriptures marked ESV: The Holy Bible : English standard version. 2001 Wheaton: Standard Bible Society. Ordinary Time/Third Sunday after Pentecost (Green) Matthew 7:21-29 In St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana Sheriff Jack Stephens has a home on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-29

Denomination: Baptist

Lying To God Series

Contributed by Juan Lane on Dec 27, 2002

This passage reminds us of the importance of keeping our word to God.

Lying To God Sermon Scripture Acts 5:1-4 (KJV) Acts 5:1-4 1 But a certain man named Ananias, with Sapphira his wife, sold a possession, 2 And kept back part of the price, his wife also being privy to it, and brought a certain part, and laid it at the apostles’ feet. 3 But Peter said, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Lord Is My Shepherd

Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 16, 2002

Psalm 23 is probably the best known passage in all the Bible.

Introduction: Psalm 23 is undoubtedly one of the best-known passages in all the Bible. Most of us learned it as children and it continues to be a comfort to those who are dying, or those who have lost loved ones. Maybe it’s so well-loved because it is so personal and individual. When we read ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Trying To Figure Out How To Love, Look At Your Mother

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 29, 2002

Mothers Day sermon from on of the greatest passages about love.

When Trying to Figure Out How To Love, Look At Your Mom I John 3:11-24 Introduction A. It is mother’s day B. No it is not a day we just have for the fun of it C. MOTHERS DESERVE IT!!! D. Mothers act out of love E. You can never escape that love of your mother F. John must have been thinking about ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-24

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Description Of The Christian Worker

Contributed by Tom Walker on Oct 18, 2000

Psalm 126:1-6 is a very interesting and captivating passage.

Psalm 126:1-6 is a very interesting and captivating passage. People interpret it from three different angles. First, some folks view it as prophetic of Israel’s history. No one has known more sorrow than the Jews through the years, but one day that will change. Secondly, others interpret it as ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:1-6

The Healing Of The Lame Man

Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Mar 28, 2001

In this passage the healing of the lame man pictures the conversion of a lost sinner.

"Healing of the Lame Man" Text: Acts 3:1-10 Intro: -In the passage account of the healing of the lame man. -We are going to look at this passage not doctrinally but devotionally. -I believe in the passage that the healing of the lame man pictures the conversion of a lost sinner. I. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist