Sermons on Ritual Bath:

With Ultimate Authority Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 24, 2015

This is the final lesson from the Behold the Man series. We have looked at how some have seen him, including the Father's view as His Son, the Anointed One. This lesson looks at Jesus as he sees himself -- as having all authority in heaven and on earth.

1. Review: The last few weeks have been a series on "Behold the Man" -- words that Pilate spoke as he presented Jesus to the people. * We have seen our need to see him for who he is. * Last week we looked at him from the Father's perspective as He declared of Jesus, "This is my beloved son in whom ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Tetelastai - The Only Word We Will Ever Need" Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Jul 21, 2014

Too many denominations creates too much chase - let stet back to The Cross

The Ultimate DecisionTetelestaiItIsFinished.gif July 21, 2014 “Coming Home” has many different emotions to all people. But the root of the idea of coming home brings a sense of contentment. In some way we think that by coming home we can reset the chaos of our lives and ease our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:27

Do Good!

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on May 4, 2017

I think when you look at this text in the Prophet Micah what is going on he is preaching against the reality of business as normal. The Is a sermon that challenges the idea that the beliver can be faithful to God and not do the work of Justice

Do Good, Micah 6 Micah was one of those eighth-century prophets (along with First Isaiah, Amos, and Hosea) who had the unhappy call "to declare to Jacob his transgression, and to Israel his sin" (Micah 3:8). The problem, in Micah's view (not to mention God's) was the failure of God's people to ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:1-6

Denomination: United Methodist

Lesson 38: Preach A Rebuttal Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 17, 2018

Preach a sermon that disproves something

Lesson Goal Learn how to preach a sermon that disproves something. Lesson Intro In Matthew 12:1-14, Jesus presents a number of rebuttals to the Pharisees. What is a rebuttal? It is a counterargument to disprove the evidence supplied by another party. It is a process for establishing truth by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Replacement Tablets (Exodus 34)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 12, 2024

Does God sometimes make us do things over? As Moses face shone, do our lives shine? Let's look at Exodus 34.

Does God sometimes require a do over after we have broken things? How great is God’s mercy? Do we let our light shine from within? Let's look at Exodus 34. Were the previous tablets “the work of God?“ Was Moses to chisel a copy of the stone tablets himself this time, for God to write on? The ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Imitating God: A Life Transformed By Truth Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 17, 2024

The apostle Paul, in his letter to the Ephesians, gives us a command that is both simple and profound: "Imitate God." Lets explore what it means to imitate God by walking in love, holiness, and light.

Imitating God: A Life Transformed by Truth" Introduction: Today we are diving deep into a powerful truth from God’s Word—a call that challenges us to a higher standard of living. The apostle Paul, in his letter to the Ephesians, gives us a command that is both simple and profound: ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2, 1 John 4:19, Ephesians 5:3-5, 1 Peter 1:16, Ephesians 5:8-9, Matthew 5:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon On Flying Beneath The Radar

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 26, 2024

Radar is defined as a system for detecting the presence, direction, distance, and speed of aircraft, ships, and other commodities, by sending out pulses of radio waves which are reflected off the intercepted object back to the source.

Dallas Willard, an American philosopher once remarked: “The core of the person is what he or she loves, and that is bound up with what they worship - that insight recalibrates the radar for cultural analysis. The rituals and practices that form our loves spill out well beyond the sanctuary. Many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16, 1 Peter 3:4, Colossians 3:2, Romans 12:2

Jesus Prayed For Future Believers Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 30, 2024

Jesus prayed for future believers. These are those who would believe in Him from that moment to the end of the world. He prayed for us.

If you read the 17th chapter of John, you will see that this is an actual prayer that Jesus prayed while He was still here on earth. In this prayer, Jesus first prayed for Himself, then He prayed for the disciples. Finally, Jesus prayed for future believers. These are those who would believe in ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Trial And Defense Of Paul (Part 2) Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 21, 2024

We are entrusted to take what we know, and share it with the same confidence that Paul demonstrates before the Roman court. This is why we come to church – to get ready to tell others what Jesus has done!

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 38 The Trial and Defense of Paul Acts 26:1-18 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- Last week: 2-part message began with 7 diff. types of people we may encounter -- This morning, we conclude this ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-18, John 6:40, Philippians 3:4-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sinner's Prayer-Comforting Words That Never Saved A Soul Series

Contributed by Charles Payne on Oct 31, 2025

“Just pray and ask Jesus into your heart.” It sounds simple and heartfelt. But there’s one problem: the Bible never says it.

THE SINNER’S PRAYER — COMFORTING WORDS THAT NEVER SAVED A SOUL (A Study in What the Bible Actually Teaches About Salvation) MODERN CHRISTIAN MISCONCEPTIONS TEXT Acts 2:37-38 (KJV) Now when they heard this, they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and to the rest of the apostles, Men ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-38, Acts 9:11-18, Acts 22:16, Mark 16:16, Romans 6:3-4, 1 Peter 3:21, James 2:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Parable Of The Sower, Again!

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Nov 1, 2025

Sermon based on Jesus's Parable of the Sower in the Gospel of Matthew.

Good morning, Church. Let’s pray. (Prayer for open hearts and understanding.) Today, we’re turning to one of Jesus’s most familiar and foundational parables—The Parable of the Sower. In this passage, Jesus teaches us how the Word of God takes root in human hearts, and why it sometimes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pentecost Sunday: There Is More

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jun 7, 2025

The Day of Pentecost for the Jew is a celebration of the Law. It is a celebration of the first five books of the Bible (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy) which establish God’s law in how we are to live.

Title: There is More Theme: To show that there is more than just the gift of the Holy Spirit but there is also the Baptism in the Holy Spirit. Text: Acts 2:38 Introduction The Day of Pentecost for the Jew is a celebration of the Law. It is a celebration of the first five books of the Bible ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38

Denomination: Church Of God

Making An Impact For God Sermon Vii: Advancing With Confidence Through It All Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jan 20, 2020

Mature Christians prepare themselves as did Joshua to go forward in confidence when the Lord signals us that it is time to move on from where we are and to proceed toward that which is far better.

ADVANCING WITH CONFIDENCE TO THAT PROMISED INHERITANCE “Attention!” “Right Face!” “Company!” “Forward March!” A familiar command to veteran soldiers! How we hated to get up in the morning, but once we assembled and our company commander shouted those ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:2-17

Using The Flipside Of Scripture

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 9, 2019

A study in the book of Psalms 15: 1 - 5

Psalm 15: 1 – 5 Using the flipside of scripture 1 LORD, who may abide in Your tabernacle? Who may dwell in Your holy hill? 2 He who walks uprightly, and works righteousness, and speaks the truth in his heart; 3 He who does not backbite with his tongue, nor does evil to his neighbor, nor does he ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Scripture Misapplied

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 9, 2019

A study in the book of Psalm 15: 1 - 5

Psalm 15: 1 – 5 Scripture Misapplied 1 LORD, who may abide in Your tabernacle? Who may dwell in Your holy hill? 2 He who walks uprightly, and works righteousness, and speaks the truth in his heart; 3 He who does not backbite with his tongue, nor does evil to his neighbor, nor does he take up a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel