Sermons on Ritualism:

Not Offended

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 3, 2020

Jesus speaks boldly. Some are offended. Some are not. Let’s discover what happened when a woman chose not to be offended at Jesus’ words, in Matthew 15:10-28.

Jesus speaks boldly. Some are offended. Some are not. Let’s discover what happened when a woman chose not to be offended at Jesus’ words, in Matthew 15:10-28. Offended When He had called the multitude to Himself, He said to them, “Hear and understand: Not what goes into the mouth defiles a man; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:10-28

Denomination: Baptist

Re-Examining Our Practice Of Christianity Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Aug 28, 2024

Follow the commands of the Lord. Do not add or subtract from it, but keep the commands of the Lord your God

The majority of Ghanaians, around sixty percent, claim to be Christian. In a few months, we will be voting to elect a new president and new members of parliament. The campaign has already started and we are being told that not all that we hear is really the truth. Are Christians not ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17-27, Deuteronomy 4:1-9, Mark 7:9-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

African Wedding

Contributed by Sheldon Rox on Mar 24, 2007

Wedding of a young couple

Walaya and Tonnjo We are here today to participate in a most joyous occasion, to celebrate one of life’s greatest moments, by acknowledging the wedding of Tonnjo and Walaya. You are now taking into your care and keeping the happiness of the one person in all the world whom you love. You are ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Our Provider!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 12, 2014

Jesus withdrew back to that place with a heavy heart because the people had filled their stomach but failed to know who the Giver was!

Jesus withdrew again to the mountain! John 6:15:Perceiving then that they were about to come and take him by force to make him king, Jesus withdrew again to the mountain by himself.” The words ‘Jesus withdrew again to the mountain by Himself’ captured my attention and I started ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fundamental Gratitude Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Gratitude is more than just saying "thank you." It is an offering of thanks for the grace we have received. It is a reciprocal practice, where we receive God's grace and offer it back to Him and others.

You know, these past few years we've lost a lot of famous legends. It makes us all stop and think about what really matters in life. We all want to live a life that means something, right? A life that leaves a mark. But what makes a life meaningful? The Bible tells us it's all about gratitude. When ...read more

Topics: Appreciation, Thankfulness, Positive Psychology, Emotional Wellbeing

What Jesus Would Say To A Wiccan Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 31, 2010

Explanation and evaluation of Wicca in light of clear teaching of Scripture. Includes ways to witness to a Wiccan.

What Jesus Would Say to a Wiccan Revelation 2:6 Rev. Brian Bill 10/31/10 I talked to a PBC person a week ago who told me that she had a conversation with some people in the community about our sermon series. One person said something like this: “I don’t think your pastor should be speaking on ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

: Little Things Matter

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Aug 5, 2009

the willingness to do little things for God.

• Verse 5. Go to, etc. - It was very natural for a king to suppose, that the king of Israel could do more than any of his subjects.—Wesley’s CommentaryObstacles for God “Not One of Us” From all indications, it would appear that the Syrians are enemies and not allies of Israel. The young girl ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: United Methodist

When Christ Is All

Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Jun 7, 2011

A classic sermon by Adrian Rogers about the pre-eminence of Jesus in the life of a Christian.

Take God’s Word, and find Colossians chapter 3. And, when you’ve found it, look up here to me, if you would, and let me ask you a question: What is Jesus Christ to you? You say, “Well, Jesus Christ has a place in my life.” Jesus Christ does not want a place in your life. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Little Things Matter

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Apr 15, 2009

God works in small ways

• Verse 5. Go to, etc. - It was very natural for a king to suppose, that the king of Israel could do more than any of his subjects.—Wesley’s CommentaryObstacles for God “Not One of Us” From all indications, it would appear that the Syrians are enemies and not allies of Israel. The young girl ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Maintaining God’s Intent For Marriage(& Singleness)-5

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 12, 2019

5 of ?. Paul answered the inquiries & clarified the concerns of the Corinthian Christians regarding marriage. How are Christians to maintain God’s intent for marriage? Maintaining God’s intent for marriage(& singleness) demands a concentration upon...

MAINTAINING GOD’s INTENT For MARRIAGE(& Singleness)-V—1Corinthians 7:1-9 (Making Marriage(& Singleness) Worthy of its Creator) Attention: Excuse Me Driver: A guy in a taxi wanted to speak to the driver so he leans forward & taps the plexiglass separator. The driver screamed, jumped up ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

After Christmas Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 23, 2021

What happened after the Son of God was born. Events in the household of Joseph and Mary provide a model for us to emulate after Christmas.

“When they had performed everything according to the Law of the Lord, they returned into Galilee, to their own town of Nazareth. And the child grew and became strong, filled with wisdom. And the favor of God was upon him.” [1] We plan for Christmas. We shop, we decorate, we enjoy the music, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:39-40

Denomination: Baptist

Repentance, Faith, Ressurection And Judgement Series

Contributed by Stephen Wright on Oct 9, 2005

Repentance from dead works and faith toward God. Resurrection of the dead and eternal judgment.

Repentance from dead works and faith toward God Reading Ps 32; Mt 15:1-9 Introduction Last time we saw that a passage can look straightforward when we read it superficially; obscure when you look at it more closely and then straight forward again when you read it in its context, bearing in mind ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Or Baptism Series

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Jan 29, 2005

Are we saved by faith or baptism? This is an extra sermon in our 3 on 3 series.

You know how some sermons are just easy to listen to? Maybe they hit on a subject you were just wondering about, or they address a need you felt but hadn’t put a name to, or they re-affirm something you believed but didn’t have the words for. Some sermons just seem to hit us right where we are at ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Laying Our Crumbs Upon The Altar

Contributed by Paul Davidson on Jun 14, 2016

Have you truly sacrificed the totality of your own life on God’s altar, committing to Him everything you have and everything you are... or are you giving Him your crumbs, your leftovers, hoping that it pleases Him?

Please turn in your Bibles to the book of Malachi, which is the last book in the Old Testament. If you find Matthew and then go back a few pages, you’ll be in Malachi. After God reveals His Word through the prophet Malachi, He is then silent for roughly 400 years until the events described in the ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:6-14

Denomination: Baptist

Following Jesus: Mark 7 Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 19, 2022

Part 8 of 16: In this series, we follow Jesus chapter-by-chapter through the Gospel of Mark. This is Mark 7.

Following Jesus (8) Scott Bayles, pastor Scripture: Mark 7:1-23 Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/19/2017 If you’ve been with us all this year, you know we’ve been talking about all about Jesus—seeing him more clearly and following him more nearly. As we’ve followed him through the Gospel of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Christian Church