Sermons on Ritualism:

It Is Finished

Contributed by Sherry Proskine on Aug 6, 2008

Before the Cross, is His story...who He was and why He came. After the Cross, there is nothing. Nothing more to come. All that is needed has been done. It is finished.

Open: Bible tells us "God made Sabbath for man." For rest and to remember the work of Jesus Christ Today: Special Sabbath Easter This week-end represented Jesus’ death, burial and resurrection. God had a plan. It started in the garden-- 1 sacrifice for 2 people Later nation of ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Among Us Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 6, 2009

The God of all creation pours his grace into our lives through the birth of Jesus, the gift of faith, and inclusion into his family

John 1:10-18 “God Among Us” INTRODUCTION As many know, Faye and I will become grandparents in May. In preparation for this exciting event, Faye decided to send a baby quilt to our son, Ryan. This, however, was no ordinary baby quilt. It was the quilt that Faye’s mother had made for Ryan when ...read more

Scripture: John 1:10-18

Denomination: Lutheran

The Garments Of Revelations Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 13, 2011

The garments of the women of the Apocalypse are signs of the festal garment we are clothed with as we take communion together.

Feast of the Assumption August 15, 2011 Spirit of the Liturgy The vision of the Apocalypse shared in our first reading today is a scene in a great final struggle between good and evil. The ark of the covenant, kept in the tabernacle in the wilderness, and in the Temple of Jerusalem once it was ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Seven Keys To A Happy And Blessed Life

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Apr 13, 2011

The Lord has given us seven keys to unlock doors of blessedness. May we ever realize that God’s blessings are not always in finances and materials but more importantly spiritual!

Intro: There are still people in the world who foolishly rely on weird superstition and rituals supposedly designed to “attract” blessings and happiness. The Bible gives us seven principles and promises to remain truly blessed. The word blessed=happy (Hebrew "asher" and Greek ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-12

Denomination: *other

Immediately

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2012

Sermon for Proper 8 Year B

Mark 5: 21 – 34 / Immediately Intro: Sven was limping badly. He went to the doctor for help. When the doctor entered the examining room, Sven said, “Doc, I am a very gifted man. I have a talking leg. You just take your stethoscope and put it on my thigh. The doctor decided to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Satan And His Devices

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 31, 2010

Part of the Christian life is involvement in spiritual warfare. We are on God’s side and God’s greatest foe – Satan – is also our greatest adversary. The Bible teaches us to be alert of Satan’s devices. Advanced knowledge of his tactics is the key to achi

Intro: Part of the Christian life is involvement in spiritual warfare. We are on God’s side and God’s greatest foe – Satan – is also our greatest adversary. Satan’s pride was the main cause of his downfall from heaven (Luke 10:18). He was originally not a created devil but a cherub that guards ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: *other

Part 4 - Matthew 12:1-14 - Ancient Clues Uncover The Mystery! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Sep 24, 2010

Talk about SUSPENSE AND INTRIGUE! Subatomic anti-matter threatens the existence of Vatican city in Rome. Key Cardinals from the Roman Catholic church vanish. And it all points to the ILLUMINATI, a secret society that has re-emerged from history.

Part 4 - Matthew 12:1-14 - ANCIENT CLUES UNCOVER THE MYSTERY! Talk about SUSPENSE AND INTRIGUE! Subatomic anti-matter threatens the existence of Vatican city in Rome. Key Cardinals from the Roman Catholic church vanish. And it all points to the ILLUMINATI, a secret society that has re-emerged from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seed Of Abraham Series

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jul 9, 2010

There is a simple correlation between the word ‘seed’ (KJV) and the promises (aka – covenants) of God. The first promise of Messiah was in Genesis 3:15...

Introductory note: There is a simple correlation between the word ‘seed’ (KJV) and the promises (aka – covenants) of God. The first promise of Messiah was in Genesis 3:15 (seed of woman (virgin)); promise of Godly line preserved through Seth (Gen. 4:25); covenant to Noah prohibiting floods and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:16-29

Denomination: Baptist

Burdened Enough To Seek The Lord

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 20, 2010

What will it take for you to seek the Lord?

Intro. Have you ever noticed that when things are going well, many have no desire for God. Tragedy drives us to want to pray. Burdens drive us to seek help. Daniel had a burden. Daniel had been through a trying time. He was not one that any could say he deserved it, but before the Lord showed ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Shepherds: Portrait Of Grace Series

Contributed by John Raulerson on Dec 13, 2007

God’s inclusion of the shepherds in the Christmas story is a beautiful portrait of His grace.

Series: Characters at the Cradle SHEPHERDS: Portrait of Grace Luke 2:8-20 When God sent His Son into the world, He sent into a setting of religious pride and bigotry. He came into a world where people were bound under the heavy yoke of legalism believing one had to work for their salvation. He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

New Love

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Oct 3, 2007

Love is the key ingredient, and Christ offers us New Love!

New Love Text: John 13:34-35 34 A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another. 35 By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another.” Men and women outside the circle of believers should ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christianity Centers In Christ Series

Contributed by Donald Minshew on Jul 17, 2007

Describes how Christ is the central point to our belief system

Christianity centers in Christ! Colossians 2:16-23 1. Christians follow Christ, not men’s rules. Contexually: Jewish legal system. Not under law…and we’ve never been under it. Make our own rules: Great ones for making rules. Not so good at making them. Florida: The state constitution allows ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:16-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Church, Its Vital Connection To Our Heavenly Father. Part 3 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 14, 2007

A challenge to believers that God choses who sits at his family table, not individual believers.

The church, its vital connection to the father Part 3 Introduction: 1. The church, its all about God’s heart, the gathering together of his family, the calling out of his people. 2. We don’t have the liberty, the authority to say who is part of the church. The Spirit of God is calling ...read more

Denomination: Mennonite

The Power Of Your Testimony

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Sep 18, 2007

People underestimate the power of their testimony to change the lives of those around them.

I. A lot of people say that they can not witness of their faith to others - dynamite does a lot with so little. II. All Christians are able to lead other people to Christ. III. In fact, most of us are Xns because of some normal, average person – baptism, Sunday school, witness of a friend or ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Lutheran

"Your Choice: Muhammad Or Jesus?"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Oct 10, 2006

Muhammad or Jesus? Remember a choice was once made between Barabbas and Jesus! This is a study in contrast between Islam and Christianity.

A Comparison in Contrast between Mohammad and Jesus… Muhammad: Lived and died. (c 570-632 AD) Jesus: Virgin Birth, lived a sinless life, died, and rose again from the dead. Muhammad: Never mentioned by the OT Prophets. Jesus: The fulfillment of all OT prophecies. Muhammad: Never made a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:16-26

Denomination: Baptist