Sermons on Roots:

You Are Not Enough

Contributed by Brandon Queen on May 12, 2025

“Jesus Is Enough” is a heartfelt sermon reminding us that our strength fails, but God’s grace never does. In our weakness, Christ is our sufficiency. Through testimony and Scripture, we discover true freedom by relying fully on Him.

ENGAGE: INVICTUS by William Ernest Henley Out of the night that covers me, Black as the pit from pole to pole, I thank whatever gods may be For my unconquerable soul. In the fell clutch of circumstance I have not winced nor cried aloud. Under the bludgeonings of chance My head is bloody, but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:8-10, 1 Chronicles 16:8, Proverbs 22:6, 2 Corinthians 1:20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Is Revival? Nehemiah 10

Contributed by Gene Gregory on May 2, 2024

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WHAT IS REVIVAL? NEHEMIAH 10 Some of you are familiar with that old hymn written by Robert Robinson in 1758, with verses added by Martin Madan in 1760 called “Come Thy Fount of Every Blessing”. Verse 3 of that old hymn says, “O to grace how great a debtor daily I’m constrained to be! Let that ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 10:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Grace Collides With Culture

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 6, 2024

Unless you happen to be like the man who said: "I am not prejudiced, I hate everyone!" All of us if we are honest are prejudiced. When prejudice is in operation, it will always collide with God's grace.

Sermon - God’s Grace Collides With Culture Scripture: Acts 10:1-23 “In Caesarea there lived a Roman army officer named Cornelius, who was a captain of the Italian Regiment. He was a devout, God-fearing man, as was everyone in his household. He gave generously to the poor and prayed regularly to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-23, James 2:9, Revelation 7:9-12

Denomination: Methodist

Navigating Times Of Change Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on May 23, 2024

Navigating Times of Change Series: Navigating New Seasons Brad Bailey – May 19, 2024

Navigating Times of Change Series: Navigating New Seasons Brad Bailey – May 19, 2024 Intro As mentioned... just 3 weeks from yesterday... is a very special event. 50th Anniversary Celebration... very unique opportunity... honor the founding lives... proving to be so timely... and to install Josh ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3, Hebrews 11:24, Hebrews 11:27, Deuteronomy 1:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Becoming A Worthy Man

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 17, 2024

A worthy man is a worshipper who acts worthily.

Becoming a Worthy Man Ruth 2:1 Rev. Brian Bill June 15-16, 2024 I came across a quote by G. Michael Hopf which I can’t get out of my mind: “Hard times create strong men, strong men create good times, good times create weak men, and weak men create hard times.” It certainly seems like we’re living ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Yeasty Beasty Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jun 26, 2024

Jesus uses yeast as a symbol to talk about hypocrisy.

M16: THE YEASTY BEASTY M16: LEAVEN THAT’LL KEEP YOU FROM HEAVEN Matthew 16:5-12 #m16sermons INTRODUCTION… My First and Only Breadmaker (p) When Kelly and I got married in 1998, we had a wedding registry like all couples do nowadays. A wedding registry, if you do not know, is a list from various ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:5-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ufos: 5 Things You Should Know

Contributed by Bobby Brewer on Jul 17, 2023

UFOs have gone mainstream. It's a topic that we can no longer ignore. Most Christians are not prepared to intelligently address or discuss the topic from a biblical worldview.

UFOs: 5 Things You Should Know INTRO -Shortly after the publication of Origin of Species in 1859 a new ideology, evolution was clandestinely born into western civ. Many scoffed and laughed at the idea. Some even thought it was a publicity stunt but its no laughing matter today. By the end of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:2, Ephesians 6:10-12, Revelation 13:13, Luke 10:18, 2 Peter 2:4  (view more)  (view less)

Taking Authority Over Your Words Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 8, 2023

Before they speak, believers should asked themselves: Is what I’m about to say Good? Is it kind? Is it necessary? Believers should not speak until their words pass the test of those three questions. Handle your words with care!

Sermon – Taking Authority Over Your Words Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32 “Don’t use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them. And do not bring sorrow to God’s Holy Spirit by the way you live. Remember, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32, James 1:26, Proverbs 18:21, Psalm 19:14, James 3:6-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

The Messiah Is David's Son

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Sep 7, 2023

A Scibe asked Jesus about the most important commandment

The Messiah is David’s Son Mark 12:28-37 Good morning. September 25th, 2023 is Yom Kippur, which is known as the ‘Day of Atonement' and it is the holiest day in Judaism. The Day of Atonement, Yom Kippur, is when the High Priest performed rituals to atone for the sins of the people, which the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stop And Thank

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 13, 2023

The cure for spiritual complacency is gratitude.

Imagine what it might have been like, back in Jesus’ day, to be a leper. Leprosy is basically just a bacterial skin infection, and nowadays it can be treated quite easily. But not back then. Back in those days it was incurable. And it was the most feared disease imaginable. First of all, it was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19, Leviticus 13:43-46

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Encountering Christ: Healing The Man With The Withered Hand

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Feb 25, 2023

This is from a series of encounters Christ had with people.

Title: “Encountering Christ: A Man with a Withered Hand” Scripture: Mt. 12:9-14 Type: Series/Expository Where: GNBC 2-27-23 Intro: Spring of 1856, wealthy English Christian woman, Mrs. Colville, was impressed upon by God to travel to N. Ireland to lead souls to Christ. Went to city of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:9-14, Mark 3:1-6, Luke 6:6-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"crumbs"

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Mar 6, 2023

As we come to this table and feast on this bread and wine, I am so grateful that God is the One who made up the guest list and not one of us and you should also be grateful that I am not the one who determines who may or may not sit at the table, amen?

[This sermon was part of a Communion Service.] Welcome to the Lord’s Table. Today we ‘feast’ on … [hold up a piece of bread and a communion cup]. To the naked eye, this doesn’t seem to be much of a “feast,” does it? A typical ‘royal’ feast in Jesus’ day would start out with an appetizer to whet ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-30, Matthew 5:43-47

Denomination: United Methodist

The Victory Of Christ's Return (Parts 1 & 2) Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Mar 8, 2023

It is important that we remember that our hope is not in a better world or in fixing the world, our hope is found in the imminent return of Jesus Christ and our desire is that the gospel is preached so that all who hear will come to a saving faith in Him.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org Over the last few years, it has become obvious that there was a significant spiritual shift that happened in our world. Prior to COVID-19, most churches were preoccupied with entertaining the saints and growing ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-21

Denomination: Brethren

The High Priestly Prayer Of Jesus (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 17, 2023

Part 2 of a 2-part sermon that examines the High Priestly Prayer of Jesus as he prayed for God’s glory to be displayed in his life, and as he prayed for victory for the disciples who will carry the work forward on his behalf.

If you’re like me, one of the most frustrating aspects of my spiritual life is my prayer life. I don’t ever feel like I am praying enough. I feel like my mind wanders too often in prayer. I feel like my prayers are too repetitive at times. I don’t know why my appetite for prayer isn’t higher than ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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