Sermons on Rules And Regulations:

Jesus, Gateway To Meaningful Life Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 16, 2022

Jesus is like a gate or a door to a sheep pen; He protects His flock and regulates them so they can thrive.

Jesus, Gateway to Meaningful Life John 10:7-10, Psalm 118:19-26, Jeremiah 23:1-6 1 Jesus often referred to symbols that teach something about him, The 7 I Am statements from John’s Gospel are metaphors, saying Jesus is something, meaning that, in some way, He is like something. 2. Two of these ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-10, Psalm 118:19-26, Jeremiah 23:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Flaunting Your Freedom In Your Family

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 22, 2006

Looking at the freedom we have as Christians

Flaunting your Freedom in your Family – Gal 5:1-16 Gladstone Baptist Church – 16/10/05 pm Run the Chicken Run video clip. In our society, We desperately seek freedom. We exalt freedom as the be all and end all – the panacea that will cure all ills - Freedom of religion, freedom to refugees, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Praying For My Brothers

Contributed by Timothy Archer on Jan 29, 2004

A study of Ephesians 1:15-21 can help us to understand how to pray for our brothers.

Introduction: How many times do we find that our prayers for the church don�t go beyond: �Lord, Be with this church�? There are many times when we don�t know the particular struggles of each of our brothers. How can we pray for them? We can learn some from studying Ephesians 1:15-21. I. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Yes You Can See Jesus

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 1, 2010

Just look he is all around you.

YES YOU CAN SEE JESUS Hebrews 2:9 But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels for the suffering of death, crowned with glory and honour; that he by the grace of God should taste death for every man. There is no problem in seeing Jesus in the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:9

Denomination: Baptist

The Evil Against You

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Mar 11, 2018

They will always scheme against you to destroy you but your Jesus shall surely deliver you from their hands for He has already won the victory for you and you are more than a conqueror through Jesus

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: THE EVIL AGAINST YOU John 18:28-32 King James Version (KJV) 28 Then led they Jesus from Caiaphas unto the hall of judgment: and it was early; and they themselves went not into the judgment hall, lest they should be defiled; but that they might eat ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-32

Denomination: Charismatic

There Is Always A Bright Side But, Where Do I Look?

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jan 19, 2012

How did we get so depended on the internet? It was easy wasn't it? It seems more of a reality to depend on the things we see. What does the Bible say about that?

There is always a bright side but, where do I look? As I'm setting here waiting for Doctors to release Brenda from the hospital I was reading the Winston Salem Journal. There is a story on the front page about a few web sites in protest against government rules and regulations and one of the web ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Counterfeit Holy Spirit In Churches And Recognizing The True From The False Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 10, 2024

The Spirit explicitly says that in later times some will depart from the faith, paying attention to deceitful spirits

The Holy Spirit is a precious gift from God, empowering believers to live a life of purpose, conviction, and service. However, a counterfeit Holy Spirit has infiltrated many churches, leading people astray and causing confusion. In this sermon we'll explore the characteristics of the true Holy ...read more

Scripture: John 14:26, John 16:13

Attempting The Impossible For God

Contributed by Joel Santos on Jan 13, 2008

Four Rules for attempting the impossible: RULE ONE: Don’t get counsel from your detractors; RULE TWO: Don’t attempt the impossible in your strength; RULE THREE: Don’t stay in the boat; RULE FOUR: Don’t focus on the circumstances

ATTEMPTING THE IMPOSSIBLE FOR GOD Matt 14:25-32 INTRODUCTION My message is about Attempting the Impossible. Dictionary.com defines the word Impossible as “an extremely difficult to deal or perform.” There is a slogan during World War II, "If it’s difficult, it will take a day or two. If it’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:25-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Best Bread Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Nov 11, 2013

Jesus declared himself to be the Bread of Life after encountering people with the wrong motives.

Halloween is over and it is time for Christmas. If you do not believe me, go into your local Wal-Mart. The day after Halloween all the remaining candy and costumes were thrown into a buggy to be reduced and sold. Over night, the shelves were filled with Christmas decorations. In fact, in ...read more

Scripture: John 6:26-35

Denomination: Foursquare

What 'spirit' Do I Have

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Oct 19, 2008

One of the most needed messages in America Today.

“What ‘Spirit’ Do I Have” John 9:13-41 * What do you think of when you hear the word, “Pharisee?” Do you think Religious leaders? Or maybe Killers of Jesus? Do you think of their reputation for being judgmental, arrogant, or a people of Law & Rules? Several years ago, I heard Jack Taylor say, ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Baptist

The Heart Of Your Problem Is The Problem Of Your Heart Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 25, 2018

The reason we like traditions, whether it’s washing your hands or dressing up for church, is that it is something we can do outwardly and feel good about ourselves.

INTRODUCTION Part of this message is about traditions. Why do we do the things we do? Sometimes we do them because we’ve always done them the same way and we never questioned the reason. Growing up, I had exactly the same breakfast every morning: two fried eggs, bacon, grits, and toast. And the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Can You Be A Christian Without Being Religious? Series

Contributed by Dr. George Calhoun on Oct 30, 2008

Christianity differs from all religions in that it’s not about us finding God, but about us responding to God who has been reaching out to us.

Can you be a Christian without being religious? It almost sounds like a contradiction in terms. However, according to Webster, a religion is a system of faith and worship... Christianity is certainly that! According to Webster, a religion is the service to and the adoration of God expressed in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:31-39

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking Down Barriers Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 24, 2020

Peter’s response to these religious rule-keepers is a model for us as we face criticism or complaints. We’ll see that Peter’s answer is more pastoral than argumentative. I see seven correctives to help us handle criticism.

This week I shared something positive on Facebook and got pulverized. The criticism came quickly and repeatedly. Normally I’m more careful about posting about controversial matters so I wasn’t prepared for all the venomous vitriol and overwhelming opposition. One person simply replied, “Oh ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Praying For Our Enemy Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 14, 2003

Romans talks about how we should "treat" our enemies... but until we learn how to pray for them, we will find it nearly impossible to show love for them. Find out why.

OPEN: During the Korean war a certain military unit had hired a local boy to cook and clean for them. Being a bunch of jokesters, these guys soon took advantage of the boy’s seeming naiveté’. · They’d smear Vaseline on the stove handles so that when he’d turn the stove on in the morning he’d get ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:14-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Part 16 - Matthew 12:43-45 - Playing Whack-A-Demon! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Nov 16, 2010

Even when confronted they were abrasive and uncooperative, malevolent. It took some time to EVICT them, and there was always the danger that they would RETURN.

Part 16 - Matthew 12:43-45 - PLAYING WHACK-A-DEMON! Many years ago I worked in an organisation called SCILS - Sunshine Coast Independent Living Skills. We worked with people who had mild to moderate intellectual disabilities. David (not his real name) was helped to find a place to rent in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:43-45

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational