Sermons about Sabbath Controversy

Why We Gather, No.2, Rhythm

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Aug 15, 2021

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God wants human life to have a rhythm to it and meeting together on Sunday helps us to establish that rhythm.

INTRODUCTION Two weeks ago we started a new four-talk series titled ‘Why we gather?’ I got the idea for the series from a website called SermonCentral. For the past 16 months most of us haven’t been gathering, or at least, not in person. Two weeks ago we started to meet again. So I think ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:14, Genesis 2:1-3, Isaiah 58:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Things Mishandled

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 24, 2025

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Reverence lost brings pain; reverence restored brings peace—holiness mishandled hurts, but holiness honored heals hearts and makes us whole.

The Night God Slept in Ashdod The night air in Ashdod still smelled of sweat and smoke. Victory drums thudded through the narrow streets; torches painted the walls with leaping fire. Philistine soldiers marched home shouting the name of their god — Dagon! — and dragging behind them the prize of ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 10:3, 1 Corinthians 11:27-29, Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Women Of God Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Jun 10, 2003

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The church today needs strong women as servants of Christ. A woman’s role is by no means limited but rather wide open.

Women of God Romans 16 INTRODUCTION One challenge facing the church today is the growing controversy concerning the role of women in the church. Some may say that women are not treated fairly in the church because they are not allowed to preach or hold a leadership role such as Elder or ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From The Cradle To The Cross

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Dec 26, 2012

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Jesus’ mission to Earth did not stop at the cradle, or even the cross; He will return with a crown.

From the Cradle to the Cross December 23, 2012 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Jesus’ mission to Earth did not stop at the cradle, or even the cross; He will return with a crown. Focus Passage: Luke 2:1-20 Supplemental Passage: He who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Rebuilding The Tabernacle Of David (Praise)

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jun 4, 2014

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God dwells in the praises of Israel!

Thank you Rev. Kirk VanOoteghem Rebuilding the Tabernacle of David (Praise) Acts 15:13-17 Intro to text: In the early church there arose a controversy over Circumcision as commanded in the law of Moses. It was decided that all of the Apostles and church leaders would meet in Jerusalem to discuss ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:13-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Body Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 19, 2019

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Paul draws upon an analogy between the human body and that of the church. He compared the church to a human body.

THE BODY I CORINTHIANS 12:12-31 INTRODUCTION: Paul draws upon an analogy between the human body and that of the church. He compared the church to a human body. Keep in mind the controversy in the church over spiritual gifts, in particular “tongues”. Paul argued that one gift was not more ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Baptist

Threats To The Believer’s Freedom In Christ (Col. 2:16–23) Series

Contributed by Greg Brown on Jan 19, 2015

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Exposition of Col. 2:16–23

Threats to the Believer’s Freedom in Christ “Therefore do not let anyone judge you by what you eat or drink, or with regard to a religious festival, a New Moon celebration or a Sabbath day. These are a shadow of the things that were to come; the reality, however, is found in Christ. Do ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:16-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

After We Say "Amen”

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 15, 2020

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After We Say “Amen” – Nehemiah chapter 10 – sermon by Gordon Curley. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (A). The Document of Promise. • (1). A document of dedication • (2). A document they agreed to • (3). A document of importance (B). The Promise in The Document. • (1). Generally (vs 28-29). • (2). Specifically (vs 30-39). • (a). domestic - mixed marriages (vs 30) • (b). ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 10:1-39

Denomination: Brethren

04 Rest For The Weary Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Mar 28, 2011

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R.E.L.A.X. - R – Realize God wants you to REST - E – Evaluate your CHOICES - L – Limit your Work - A – Adjust your VALUES - X - eXchange your pressure for God’s PEACE

Ps 23 Journey - From calmness through a dark valley into renewed security - Message of Ps. 23 – We are never alone - The psalm is bracketed with the LORD - Words that make-up the names of God? • “Jehovah Raha”… Psalm 23:1 - “The Lord is my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:2

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Lord Of The Impossible

Contributed by Richard White on Feb 20, 2010

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How easy is it for a cripple to get up on his own? How easy is it to love our enemies? How easy is to forgive someone who hurt us deeply? Jesus commands us to do all this.

This morning we visit a place called Bethesda. An invalid, crippled, lying on the ground waiting for the miraculous. Jesus says "Do you want to get well?" Some people do not want to get better, they like the attention they get, or possibly the thought of doing anything different scares them. ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Grace And Sensitivity Part One Series

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Jun 11, 2011

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While we should stand uncompromisingly against things strictly forbidden by Scripture, we should not create additional rules formed from our opinions and give them the same standing as God’s law.

Romans 14:1-11 Introduction: A. There have been many instances in church history where Christians have differed in their interpretation of certain Scripture passages or about doctrines. B. Our day of worship is an example. I grew up being taught not to work on Sunday. For the most part, all the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Can I Get A Witness?

Contributed by Pastor Paul E. Davis on Oct 10, 2018

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Believe in the Person of Jesus Christ. Don’t become so involved in “religion” that you miss the Truth (Jesus)

And the Father who sent me has Himself borne witness about me. His voice you have never heard, his form you have never seen, John 5:37 ESV In following the movement of the scripture, in John chapter 5, we’ve seen what should have been viewed as a time of celebration for both the entire Jewish ...read more

Scripture: John 5:30-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Feast Of Tabernacles Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jan 23, 2017

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Jesus is the Messiah, the promised one who would rule over an everlasting kingdom as God’s anointed king. We are called on to make a response to Jesus. Do we acclaim him as our king or reject him because he doesn’t meet our expectations?

You probably won’t be surprised to discover that there’s a link between this chapter and the previous one. Last week we saw how some people find it hard to believe in Jesus, because faith is a spiritual activity and they’re basically materialists, or because they don’t ...read more

Scripture: John 7:1-52

Denomination: Anglican

True Religion

Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 22, 2016

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What was Jesus’ first and only stipulation for those He called? Follow Me!

True Religion Mark 2:13-17NLT Back in the 1980’s, the Minnesota Twins had this description of the game of baseball in their program: “You have two sides, one out in the field, and one in. Each man that's on the side that's in, goes out and when he's OUT he comes in and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:13-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Word Is Living And Active

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Oct 17, 2022

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God's living and active word provides rest for weary souls. God's living and active word reveals everything.

GOD’S WORD IS LIVING AND ACTIVE (Outline) October 9, 2022 – Pentecost 18 – HEBREWS 4:9-13 INTRO: God’s word is living and active. These familiar words in today’s text serve as out theme. Over the years of our Christian lives, we value God’s Word. It is completely true in every detail. The ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:9-13

Denomination: Lutheran

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