Sermons on Run Your Race:

Our Great Salvation

Contributed by John Newbaker on Jun 9, 2023

What makes our salvation great?

Our Great Salvation Have you noticed how people carelessly use superlatives? Superlatives are words like excellent, magnificent, WONDERFUL, marvelous, unsurpassed, unequaled, unparalleled, and BEST. For ex., someone may say, for 2022 the Kansas City Chiefs were the BEST NFL team in America ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:3

Denomination: Baptist

In The Land Of The Blind, The Open-Eyed Get Beaten Up Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 23, 2023

Our Western world is suffused with moral and intellectual darkness; it’s like nearly everyone is blind, or walks around with an eyepatch over both eyes.

Friday of the 11th Week in Course 2023 I had for about nine years the privilege of leading a Christian secondary school. One of the skills we taught in our writing classes was, as in many schools, how to write a resume for college applications. And, as principal, I got to read very many resumes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-23, Psalm 34:2-7, 2 Corinthians 11:18-30

Denomination: Catholic

The Wheel Of Justice Series

Contributed by Diana Tyler on Jul 23, 2023

The Jews defend themselves and Haman's punishment continues

In the month of Adar on the 13th day, the time for the king's command and decree was set to be executed. On that day, the enemies of the Jews were hoping to overpower them. Instead, the opposite happened with the Jews overpowering them. The Jews had gathered in their cities and laid their hands ...read more

Scripture: Esther 9:13-14

The Inspection Gate Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 6, 2021

This is the 10th sermon in the Series "Rebuild The Gates".

Series: Rebuild The Gates [#10] THE INSPECTION GATE Nehemiah 3:31-32 Introduction: As we have traveled around the City of Jerusalem with Nehemiah, we have come to the last gate. Before we look at this last gate, I want to quickly review all of the gates. 1. The Sheep Gate: The sacrifice of ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

Because

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 9, 2022

Our lot in life depends upon who or what we depend upon to guide our living.

Because - Luke 6: 27 - 38 Intro: If you believe you are blessed, raise your hand. The scripture lesson for today is known as THE BEATITUDES. They are called that because of one word in Greek, µa?????? / makarios. This word has many translations: blessed / to be fully satisfied / supremely ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:17-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Following His Steps

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 15, 2022

There are numerous reasons why we suffer. Some suffering is an immediate aftereffect of our own transgression. Our objective ought to be to confront suffering with tolerance, tranquility, and certainty that God is in charge of all things to come.

There are numerous reasons why we suffer. Some suffering is an immediate aftereffect of our own transgression. A few sins happen because of our own foolishness. A few sins are the consequence of living in a fallen world. Peter is expounding on the suffering that is a result of our good works. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Glory Of The Believers Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 15, 2022

The Church has lost primary focus on Missions and Evangelism, fellowship rather involved accusing one another on the basis of food, clothes, and a few habits pertaining to various cultural identities, causing many to stumble in their faith walk and lose their commitment to Christ and to the Church.

Romans 14:17-23 Glory of the believers Nature of the Kingdom of God Paul points out to his readers and listeners that the Kingdom of God is not related to food habits and approved drinks. The Kingdom of God is spiritual, apolitical, and beyond food and drinks. Discussion of Foods and their habits ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:17-23

Denomination: Methodist

God Comes Down To Earth

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Nov 21, 2025

A short reflection for Christmas eve or day that focuses on the gift of Christmas of God coming down to earth for us, with a Gospel message and Gospel actions

Every year we have this wonderful opportunity to focus on the Christmas story. The community is filled with carols, there is plenty mention of the angels, we have the three wise me from the East, sometimes referred to as Kings….and there is baby Jesus the centre of the story, who is regularly ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:10

Denomination: Lutheran

Cross Of Jesus In The Encounters Of Isaiah And Ezekiel

Contributed by Samuel M on Nov 8, 2025

In an encounter or visitation of God, only the crucified nature of Christ is that which changes (or transforms you) and has a lasting impact on you. Everything else in the visitation will fade, like cloud, or angels.

Every time you encounter God, you will receive a fresh revelation of Jesus Christ. When Isaish had an encounter with God in Isaiah 6, the seraphim gave Isaiah a live coal. This live coal is taken from heaven’s altar where Jesus was crucified from eternity past to future. This coal represents a ...read more

The Kind Of Church God Honors

Contributed by Bernie Moraga on Jan 13, 2004

In the first two chapters of the Book of Acts we find the secret of the blessings of God on the early church. Let us examine the things that qualified that church for God’s prosperity.

The Kind of Church Honors Text:Acts 2:46-47 Scripture Reading:Acts 2:1-4a Intro: When someone says to me, "I won’t join your church; you have hypocrites in it," I am tempted to reply, "All right, you look around until you find a perfect church. But when you do, they won’t let you join, for you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

True Love Shows Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Mar 7, 2004

Victory in Jesus comes when Christians have a balance between sound doctrine and holy living. It matters what we believe and teach we cannot be victorious if we adulterate the word of God. Moreover, we can know, believe and teach sound doctrine, yet, if

True Love Shows 1 John 3:11—18 INTRODUCTION In the very beginning of his epistle, John, encourages Christians to remember the sound doctrine preached to them "from the beginning." Remember that John was writing to combat false teaching and the only way to correct the error of false teaching is ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Basics For Dealing With People Series

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 13, 2004

This sermon shares some basic biblical principles for dealing with people.

Intro to series: “Dealing with People.” Sometimes we say, “Life wouldn’t be so bad if it wasn’t for all the people.” We have to deal with people. Next week: “Dealing with the Spouse” Controversial passage. Then: “Dealing with the Kids” Parent/child relationship is vital. Finally: “Dealing with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Jerry Springer Patriarch Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 1, 2004

Even in Judah’s horrendous sin the benevolent grace of our God was at work.

Genesis 38 March 14, 2004 As we have been going through the book of Genesis these past number of months, I have come to a disturbing realization. Jacob and his family would have been the perfect recruits for the Jerry Springer show. For those of you who have never seen that show, or who want to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-3, Genesis 38:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Benefit Package That Comes With Serving The Lord

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Jul 13, 2003

In life everyone seeks benefits. The Psalmist in our text, revealed that God’s benefits are so great until it moved him to ask himself; "What shall I render unto the Lord for all His benefits toward me?"

Introduction: In the job market, everyone is concerned about benefits. We select careers predicated on the benefits that are available. In the words of our text, David asked a tremendous question;"What shall I render unto the Lord for all His benefits toward me?" The question is based on believer’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1-19, Psalm 103:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Our Divine Relationship

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 25, 2003

This outline looks at our relationship TO God; our relationship WITH God; and the fellowship we have in the family of God.

OUR DIVINE RELATIONSHIP “…think on these things.” Philippians 4:8 Let us look at our relationship TO God; our relationship WITH God; and the fellowship we have in the family of God. I. OUR RELATIONSHIP TO GOD: 1 We are His creation: “Know you that the Lord He is God: it is He who hath ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:16-18, Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Baptist