Sermons on Rite Of Passage:

God's Heart Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 3, 2024

This passage shows God's heart for people to know and put their faith in him.

Background to passage: The people of Israel have been wandering around the desert for 40 years, Moses has died, Joshua has been commissioned and encouraged. The people have been given a charge and accepted. Rahab hid and made a deal with the spies. The people have come to the encampment on the east ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Rivers And Funerals Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 5, 2024

First passage of Joshua, continuation of Deuteronomy. God's faithfulness to his promises

Background to passage: It’s called the metanarrative of scripture; the overarching story; the point from beginning to end. There are high points—creation, the fall, the flood, the patriarchs, and so on. They all tell the story of scripture up to this point. God has been working his mighty acts to ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9, Joshua 23:14, 1 Kings 8:56, Matthew 5:17-18, 2 Corinthians 1:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Second Mile People

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

This Scripture ... is part of a very well known passage .... called the "Sermon on The Mount"

Second Mile People "If anyone forces you to go one mile go with him two miles." Matthew 5:41 Intro: This Scripture ... is part of a very well known passage .... called the "Sermon on The Mount". This teaching ...was shared very early ... in our Lord's ministry. Jesus is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Racism: Our Past And Present Sins

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Feb 19, 2022

racism in the United States and the churches is counter to Jesus' teachings

LUKE 6:17-26 During the month of February, you may have noticed that we have been singing hymns from Lift Every Voice and Sing. This hymnal is part of The Episcopal Church’s recognition of Black History Month and its African-American congregants. We will continue to use these hymns as part of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:17-26

Denomination: Episcopal

Few Are Chosen

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 30, 2002

This outline differentiates between the "called" of Matthew 22:14 and the "called" of Romans 8:30. In the Matthew passage, only a few of the many who were called responded to the invitation. In the Romans passage, all who are called become the children of

THE CHOSEN FEW "For many are called, but few are chosen." Matthew 22:14 I. A NECESSARY CLARIFICATION OF TERMS: It is important to distinguish between the "called" in Matthew 22:14 and the "called" in Romans 8:30. The "called" in Romans 8:30 refers to those who, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:14, Romans 8:30

Denomination: Baptist

Our Part In The Healing Process

Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Jan 14, 2006

Whenever one speaks of healing in Christian circles, it brings to mind a well know passage of Scripture in James chapter five. This passage outlines steps of obedience the Christian is to follow in offering God the opportunity to heal if He chooses. God

Whenever one speaks of healing in Christian circles, it brings to mind a well know passage of Scripture in James chapter five. This passage outlines steps of obedience the Christian is to follow in offering God the opportunity to heal if He chooses. God is The Healer and Scripture is clear on ...read more

Scripture: James 5:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Two Visions; One Purpose Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Sep 16, 2012

THE PASSAGE BEFORE US TODAY IS ONE OF GROWTH FOR THE EARLY CHURCH. IN FACT, ONE MIGHT SAY THAT THIS IS A PICTURE OF THE CHURCH LEAVING THE NEST. WITH THIS PASSAGE WE SEE THE CULMINATION OF GOD’S PLAN FOR THE GROWTH AND DIRECTION OF THE CHURCH. PETER IS

TWO VISIONS; ONE PURPOSE INTRODUCTION: THE PASSAGE BEFORE US TODAY IS ONE OF GROWTH FOR THE EARLY CHURCH. IN FACT, ONE MIGHT SAY THAT THIS IS A PICTURE OF THE CHURCH LEAVING THE NEST. WITH THIS PASSAGE WE SEE THE CULMINATION OF GOD’S PLAN FOR THE GROWTH AND DIRECTION OF THE CHURCH. PETER ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Are You A Wise Guy Series

Contributed by Leonard Cook on Mar 22, 2013

Are You A Wise Guy, the 4th installment from the book of James series, this passage still has some gaps in it with the Illustration etc but you will find the outline workable. James is all about wisdom and a good life in this passage.

Background Material James Biographical Info: • The author was James, Jesus' half-brother; James and Christ had different Fathers (Matthew 13:55; Mark 6:3). • James, also called James the Just, (Matthew 13:55; Mark 6:3). • James was not a believer (John 7:3-5) until after the ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Narnia: Door To A New Kingdom Series

Contributed by David Smith on Dec 5, 2005

A look at the powerful parallels between "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" and the Calvary story and its importance for our families today.

DOOR TO A NEW KINGDOM (Narnia #1) December 3, 2005 / Upper Room Fellowship I have a suggestion for all of the single Christians here this morning. Tomorrow, they say, December 4, is Saint Barbara’s Day – Saint Barbara being one of the legendary martyrs of the Church. If you young ladies will ...read more

Denomination: Adventist

The Father Of The Faithful Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 20, 2011

Through this passage one can understand that Abraham was justified before he was circumcised and before the Law was given. Circumcision and legal obedience are not necessary conditions of justification

ROMANS 4:9-15 THE FATHER OF THE FAITHFUL Paul has proven that Abraham was not justified nor forgiven on account of his good actions. But what was the nature of the Covenant made with Abraham? Was the promise made on the condition of faith, or on the condition of circumcision, which was the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Towards Faith Promise 2016: Money, God, And You Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 6, 2003

The passage we will look at today is one in which the desire for money did indeed lead to a trap, foolish desires, and piercing griefs which ruined an entire nation for awhile and eventually an entire family permanently. The passage is about a man named

TOWARDS FAITH PROMISE 2016: MONEY, GOD, AND YOU JOSHUA 7:1-5 INTRODUCTION… Dumb Crooks (geocities.com/Heartland/Cottage/1955/text/copdumbcrim.html) * It seems this guy wanted some beer pretty badly. He decided that he’d just throw a cinder block through a liquor store window, grab ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Devotion - The Seed Of Growth Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 15, 2010

Believers get really excited about the passages in Acts where a great number of people came to Christ and the church grew in miraculous leaps and bounds, however, what many beleivers miss in these passages are the previous verses that reveal what the chur

Sermon Brief Date Written: October 13, 2010 Date Preached: October 17, 2010 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Reaching Our Community Sermon Title: Devotion – The Seed of Growth! Sermon Text: Acts 2:44-47 [ESV] 42 And they devoted themselves to the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

When Trouble Comes Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 30, 2003

We can see in this passage an example of what believer’s should do in times of trouble.

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 62 When Trouble Comes Luke 22:39-46 After finishing the Passover meal, Jesus left the upper room and led his disciples to the Mount of Olives where they had been spending the last few ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Sermon Of The Year

Contributed by Scott Cody on Aug 14, 2003

A collection of passages from the Bible that tell God’s great story in one brief sermon.

It’s a bit presumptuous for someone to claim to deliver the greatest sermon of the year, but I make no apologies for today’s lesson or it’s claim. That’s because God’s going to do the preaching today. Sometimes, preachers get in the way of God’s powerful message of hope. So let me quit sharing my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's Going To Get Better

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 25, 2003

There are four things in this passage that substantiate you can be assured it’s going to get better.

“IT’S GOING TO GET BETTER” By: Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 16:16-33 "A Christian without affliction is only like a soldier on parade." ??Felix Neff “Words of comfort, skillfully administered, are the oldest therapy known to man.” —Louis Nizer A young mother was ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-33