Sermons on Ritualism:

Nicodemus At Night

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jul 24, 2023

We all need to grow & deepen our understanding of the great passages of scripture. The 3rd chapter of John is one of the greatest. It tells us of a man named Nicodemus.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK NICODEMUS AT NIGHT TEXT: John 3:1-17; Rev. 22:5; John 1:4-5; Romans 6:4-6; Acts 2:37-41 (This ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17, Revelation 22:5, John 1:4-5, Romans 6:4-6, Acts 2:37-41  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prayer Of Agur Part 3 Series

Contributed by Jack Warford on Nov 8, 2001

The prayer of Agur (aw-goor) continues more and more to challenge me each week to ask myself what two requests must I make of God today to gain a closer fellowship with Him.

The prayer of Agur (aw-goor) continues more and more to challenge me each week to ask myself what two requests must I make of God today to gain a closer fellowship with Him. Today we remember all of our Veterans and thank them for their service to our Nation. We as Christians must also remember ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:7-9, Titus 3:8-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Woman At The Well Talks With Jesus Series

Contributed by Paul Shafit on Oct 7, 2009

An evangelistic look at Jesus interplay with the woman at the well

For those who’ve been tracking with us you’ll remember Jesus was sitting on the coping of Jacob’s well up in Samaria. He was tired from walking. He was waiting for His disciples to return with supplies. A local woman came to the well and seeing Jesus sheepishly approached. She was surprised that a ...read more

Scripture: John 4:11-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From The Cradle...to The Cross...to The Crown

Contributed by Daniel King, D. Min. on Aug 15, 2018

This is an evangelistic sermon about the life of Jesus. It would be a great message to preach at Christmas time when lots of new visitors come to church to celebrate the holidays.

From the Cradle… Two thousand years ago, a tiny baby was born in the city of Bethlehem. He was born in a stable amongst the animals and He was laid in a manger. His earthly father was a poor carpenter named Joseph and His mother was a virgin girl named Mary. The baby’s real Father was God Himself. ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Proper Arrangement!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 5, 2012

More than white-washing your walls and changing your upholstery for Christmas, it is the right time to check out if you have built an altar for God in your life. In proper arrangement!

Proper arrangement! Judges 6:25“….and build an altar to the LORD your God on top of this rock in the proper arrangement, and take the second bull and offer a burnt sacrifice with the wood of the image which you shall cut down." God hand-picks Gideon as a leader to deliver the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:22-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Distinction Between Churchianity And Christianity Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 26, 2025

Let's explore this concept through a biblical lens.

In today's world, many people claim to be Christians, but their actions and beliefs often diverge from the teachings of the Bible. This phenomenon has been referred to as "churchianity"which is a superficial adherence to Christian practices and traditions without a genuine ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21

The Holy Family Of Jesus, Mary, And Joseph: A Timeless Model For Modern Families Series

Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 15, 2023

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph serves as a timeless example for families in the current era, offering insightful guidance and motivation for overcoming the challenges of modern life.

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph: A Timeless Model for Modern Families The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph serves as a timeless example for families in the current era, offering insightful guidance and motivation for overcoming the challenges of modern life. The virtues of the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6, Genesis 21:1-3, Luke 2:22-40, Colossians 3:12-21

Denomination: Other

The Reality Versus The Shadow

Contributed by John Tung on Mar 28, 2007

The reality of Christ is greater than the shadow of the OT animal sacrifices.

The Reality Versus the Shadow Hebrews 10:1-16 (19-25) John Tung, 3-25-07 I. Introduction The title for today’s message sounds like an athletic competition between two teams: The Reality versus The Shadow, like the Nationals versus the Orioles, or The Redskins versus the Cowboys. But the sermon is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Loving The Old While Missing The New

Contributed by Ray Searan on Feb 21, 2007

Jesus came to seek those that were lost. Those who were sinners in need of forgiveness. He said, “It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick. I have not come to call the righteous, but the sinners to repentance” Jesus wanted to show that God ca

Introduction: Jesus came to seek those that were lost. Those who were sinners in need of forgiveness. He said, “It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick. I have not come to call the righteous, but the sinners to repentance” Jesus wanted to show that God cared for them and that He was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Fullness Of Christ

Contributed by Richard Francis on Aug 19, 2008

As a Christian is your heart for people, walk with Jesus and see how he reached out with a heart for people and lets learn to be more like our Lord everyday.

A prayer for all believers in Christ Before we explore John 5: 1-11 can you walk with me for a while and consider our hearts? I would like to start by asking what fills your inner being, what defines you? It’s a difficult one to answer, if you are like me many things can fill my inner being most ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fruitless Religion Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 27, 2010

If we want to bear fruit for the glory of God and lead people to Him on a regular basis, then we must let Christ clean out the fruitless religion, and we must pray with hearts full of faith and forgiveness

A clergyman dies and is waiting in line at the Pearly Gates. Ahead of him is a guy dressed in sunglasses, a loud shirt, leather jacket, and jeans. Saint Peter says to this guy, “Who are you, so that I may know whether to admit you into the Kingdom of Heaven?” The guy replies, “I’m Joe Cohen, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-25

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Show Me That Our God Is In The Camp

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 21, 2012

Today, I will attempt to show you how often, and in how many ways men try to find a cure for what ails them, rather than take the only treatment that will work, to take the case to God.

Show Me That Our God Is In The Camp And the Philistines were afraid, for they said, God is come into the camp. And they said, Woe unto us! for there hath not been such a thing heretofore. (1 Samuel 4:7) The Prince of Preachers had a sermon with a similar name: "Is God In The Camp?" Charles ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:7

Denomination: Baptist

Shave Your Head For Jesus And Be Free!

Contributed by Milo Velebir on Jul 22, 2011

We are not only free FROM but also free FOR.

5th of June 2011 Text: Acts 21:17-24.26. Shave your head for Jesus and be free! Dear brothers and sisters in Christ Jesus, our Lord. Today I want to speak about the freedom of a Christian. Or as I was preparing this teaching and thinking of the theme I thought I also could name it: “Shave ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:17-24

Denomination: Lutheran

The Key To Heaven: Christ's Sacrifice Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Mar 29, 2021

What was the Old Covenant really all about? Did the Old Testament sacrificial system really take away sins? Why isn't Judaism also a way to be right with God? Hebrews 9:1-14 settles these issues, once and for all.

This last year has been a revelation—a revelation about how you deal with a very contagious and infectious virus that has impacted the entire world and killed millions of people. The big question this past year has been this: How do you stop the virus? How do you prevent it’s spread? How do ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:1-14

Denomination: Bible Church

Prepare The Passover. Prepare Your Heart

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Apr 2, 2023

God wants to take us to another level in Him. Behold I stand at the door and knock. If any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me. Are you ready to go from religiosity and tradition to relationship.

“Prepare the Passover” Subtopic: “Prepare Your Heart” By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. Prelude: - There are 2 sides to every story, there are 2 sides of a coin, 2 sides of the street. Well, when it comes to the Word of God there are 2 sides as well, there’s the natural and the spiritual. 1 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:7-13, Revelation 3:20, 1 Corinthians 2:14, 1 Corinthians 15:40-50

Denomination: Apostolic