Sermons on Sapphire:

Practicing The Reality Of The Christian Worldview: An Intellectually Coherent Lifestyle Methodology

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 5, 2021

A true worldview must make sense. If Christianity is actually the truth about everything, then we can and should be able to understand it in an intellectually coherent manner.

Let's look at a progression from worldview to practice, quickly running through seven areas of growth in understanding and faith practice. 1. Intellectual Coherence - A true worldview must make sense. If Christianity is actually the truth about everything, then we can and should be able to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:10-27

Denomination: Salvation Army

Hatred Growing

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Aug 23, 2020

Now who do you think Hatred is growing towards? I would immediately list the answer as the lawbreakers, or the ungodly. No, overwhelmingly the answer is towards Christians. Somehow, no matter what may be happening, the Christian is blamed.

Sermon- Hatred growing - As I’m studying I often go through little Christian Forums. I’m looking for other people’s thoughts about what’s happening in our world. - A trend that I’m noticing more & more is hatred. Q- Hatred for who? - I would immediately list the answer as the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Robbing God

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 4, 2022

On Malachi 3:10 Tithing, Temple, and Testing

HoHum: “I’d like to teach the world to sing in perfect harmony; I’d like to buy the world a Coke and keep it company; It’s the real thing- Here is Malachi we see a courtroom scene where God is showing the people how to have the real thing, real faith WBTU: Malachi ministered not long after the ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:10, 1 Corinthians 16:1-2, 1 Corinthians 3:16-17, Malachi 3:7-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Understanding Satan’s Nature And Tactics Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on May 9, 2025

Today we explore one of the most essential aspects of our spiritual warfare series: the nature and tactics of Satan. Understanding our enemy equips us to resist his schemes and walk in the authority Christ has given us.

Understanding Satan’s Nature and Tactics January 19, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Ezekiel 28:12-19; Isaiah 14:12-15; 2 Corinthians 11:14; John 8:44; Ephesians 6:11-12 Introduction: The Cosmic Struggle Good morning, CrossWay Christian Fellowship. Today we explore one of ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 28:12-19, Isaiah 14:12-15, 2 Corinthians 11:14, John 8:44, Ephesians 6:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

God Is The Only True And Living God

Contributed by Gbemisola Fafowora on May 21, 2025

We have a God that is the only true and living God, sitted on His throne in Heaven.

In the world that we are living nowadays, with so many evil things happening that is unimaginable we can still hold on to the fact that our God is living and real. And God is the creator of the universal and everything in it, and he is not surprised with everything that is going on. God is a Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Isaiah 41:10, Numbers 23:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Heaven Opened Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Mar 1, 2024

At the center of this amazing room is a Being sitting on a throne.

March 02, 2024 So far we have learned about the cities and conditions of the 7 churches and how we can apply their circumstances and struggles to the panorama of history – even in our own day. There are a couple of things to be aware of as we move on to chapter 4: • Time: The letters to the 7 ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Heaven Can't Wait Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 30, 2016

Heaven is a wonderful promise. But there are those who think it will be boring and tedious. They're wrong - but do you know why?

OPEN: This is the last in our 9 part sermon series from Revelation. A lot of preachers won’t preach through the whole book of Revelation (it me took me 30 years to believe I could do it) because they feel it is a confusing book - and they fear they’ll get things wrong and mess something ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In The New Jerusalem, You're Either In Or Out (Rev. 21:6-22:21) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Nov 21, 2023

The new Jerusalem is both a place we enter, and the church itself. The new Jerusalem=the bride=the church. The focus is on living faithfully-- conquering-- so that we are allowed in.

I'd like to start this morning by simply rereading our verses from last week, Revelation 21:1-8. They start, with what John "sees": (1) and I saw a new heaven and a new earth. For the first heaven and the first earth departed, and the sea wasn't in it any longer, (2) and the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:6-27, Revelation 22:1-21

Which Payday Are You Working For! Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Sturdivant on Jan 28, 2001

Is heaven the payday you want.

Which payday are you working for? A lot of people are working for the wrong pay day anymore. They worry more about making a dollar than they worry about seeking God.(Matt.6:33 But seek ye first the Kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.) So instead ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Church Of God

Called By The Lord To Speak His Word

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Jul 26, 2003

Like Ezekiel let us speak God’s Word humbly, faithfully, and boldly.

Called by the Lord to Speak His Word Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The Word of God through which the Holy Spirit strengthens us to speak God’s Word faithfully is Ezekiel 2:1-5 He said to me, “Son of man, stand up on your feet and I will speak to ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 2:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Living As If God Matters Series

Contributed by Tim Bond on Aug 27, 2002

Nadab & Abihu serve as examples of what happens when we trivialize God and begin to live as if God doesn’t matter. Thank God for the grace that saves us from the consequences of our sin.

The story of Nadab and Abihu is not one of the most prominent in the Bible. - Unlike Samson last week, not one of those commonly taught in Sunday School. - Not in many people’s top 10 list. Some are probably thinking “Nadab & Abi-who?” The Hebrews had just been led out of Egypt. They had followed ...read more

Scripture: James 4:11-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What God Wants To Do In Your Life

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 18, 2003

Are you aware that God is working in your life? If not, be confident that He is, and He is doing it today. Also, He will continue to do it daily.

What God Wants To Do In Your Life Phil. 1:6 Pastor Greg Mc Donald If someone would come up to you today, and ask you, “what do you what to do with your life’? Would you be able to answer this question with out any hesitation? Have you taken the time to plan out your future? Most people have ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

The Circle Of Life Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Feb 15, 2004

2nd in series of 5 on John 3-4. When I see a movie or hear a young person talk about the "circle of life" I really can’t help but think of Nicodemus – an intelligent and perceptive man who really want to understand about life. He is the man who came to

From Mortal to Immortal A Study of John 3-4 The Circle of Life Have you heard of the “circle of life”? What do you think of when you hear about the "Circle of Life?" In an unofficial and unscientific survey I’ve conducted during the past week most people think of the "Lion King" when they hear ...read more

Scripture: John 3:9-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Behold All His Goodness

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Oct 31, 2006

Just how excited are we to behold such incomparable and awesome glory? Do we ever imagine what is the eternal glory of the Holy God?

"Who among the gods is like you, O LORD? Who is like you -- majestic in holiness, awesome in glory, working wonders?” (Ex.15:11, NIV). Last time, we realized that we have so much to praise God and to feel blessed for the forgiveness of our sins. We have seen the enormity of our sins, the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:11

Denomination: Baptist

Every Tribe And Tongue Series

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Nov 14, 2006

Every knee will bow, and every tongue will confess that Jesus is Lord Nobody will have a choice Will your heart rejoice at that moment or bow in despair?

Every tribe and tongue Revelation 5:6-14 The individual letters to churches have been written. In Revelation 4 we look in on a vision that John related for all the churches. Besides the personal messages, this message is intended for all. In chapter 4 we get a vision of the throne room of God. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:6-14

Denomination: Mennonite