Sermons on Scriptural Adherence:

Proof Of The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Mar 14, 2022

First sermon in the series, "The Believer's Hope" as we examine 1 Corinthians 15. All Scripture references are from the NASB.

The hope of all believers – eternal life vice eternal death and everlasting punishment. But our hope for our eternity is more than just for life, it is being for all eternity with Life itself – Jesus. Jesus has told us that He is the way the truth and the life (John 14:6) and Jesus Himself is the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer For The Unworthy Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 13, 2019

This prayer of Abraham seems to be the 1st recorded prayer in Scripture. Why did God preserve it for us, and what can we learn by how Abraham prayed?

OPEN: In Europe in the Middle Ages, people had a strong belief in the power of prayer. They also believed that the purer and simpler the life you led, the more God would listen to you. And since Monks were supposed to live purer and simpler lives than anyone else their prayers were seen as a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:17-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Church Names Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jun 2, 2020

There are certain titles given to Jesus in Scripture that speak to the intimate relationship that He has with His church. Jesus is - the shepherd of the flock, the head of the body, the cornerstone of the building...etc

The Church Names Of Jesus OKAY – first of all I would like to give a huge birthday shout out to… to….US!!! YOU SEE – today is Pentecost Sunday! The birthday of the Church and of the Kingdom Jesus came to establish, nearly 2000 years ago. NOW REMEMBER – Jesus said in Matthew 16 And I tell you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18, John 10:14, Colossians 1:18, Isaiah 54:5, John 15:5, Ephesians 2:19-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gardening Trust

Contributed by Ryan Ferwerda on Jun 9, 2021

Through Scripture we find that gardening has a lot to teach us about trust. Specifically trusting in God to see us through the difficult times of life.

“A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust.” [i] This quote from world renown horticulturist from the early 20th Century, Gertrude Jekyll, really speaks to the impact a garden can make on a person’s ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 17:22-24, 2 Corinthians 5:6-10, 2 Corinthians 5:14-17, Mark 4:26-34

Denomination: Lutheran

Gospel In Motion

Contributed by Ed Lu on Apr 21, 2023

The Bible is the Living Word of God. It is life-giving, life-preserving, and life-changing. Anyone who is guided by the principles of Scripture will have the power of the Holy Spirit in them.

Had two Thanksgiving gatherings. Students came home and we celebrated the Sunday before with a traditional American meal - Turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, sticky-rice, and Tiramisu cake. With parents on Thanksgiving day and had the traditional Chinese hot pot. Parents older, soft ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Open Your Heart Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on May 26, 2022

Romans 10:10-11 For with the heart one believes and is justified, and with the mouth one confesses and is saved. For the Scripture says, “Everyone who believes in him will not be put to shame.”

Life Lessons from the Chief of Sinners Open Your Heart Acts 16:11-15 Introduction Romans 10:10-11 For with the heart one believes and is justified, and with the mouth one confesses and is saved. For the Scripture says, “Everyone who believes in him will not be put to shame.” It is amazing ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:11-15, Romans 10:10-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Works Or Not?

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 14, 2022

Doing good works is a very controversial topic among Christians, because they are either overemphasized or underemphasized. It’s hard to find the balance, but the scriptures are the best help.

Doing good works is a very controversial topic among Christians, because they are either overemphasized or underemphasized. It’s hard to find the balance, but the scriptures are the best help, if we’ll listen to them instead of blindly accepting the prejudices of men. There are several factors to ...read more

Scripture: John 6:29, James 2:14-26, Matthew 16:27

Denomination: Baptist

Bringing Up Children

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jun 20, 2023

Not every father models what our Heavenly Father does, so this scripture in Ephesians chapter six is appropriate to help us understand the role of a father in the home.

Alba 6-18-2023 BRINGING UP CHILDREN Ephesians 6:1-4 Maybe you’ve heard the old story about fatherhood that says that when a child is 4 years old he says proudly, "My dad knows everything about everything." When he is 7 he says, "Dad knows almost everything about ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4, Hebrews 12:5-11, Colossians 3:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Falling Away Comes First! Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 18, 2019

Scripture warns us that in the last days before the second coming of Jesus Christ there will be wars and rumors of wars, the nation will rise against nation and kingdom against kingdom ....

Scripture warns us that in the last days before second coming of Jesus Christ there will be wars and rumors of wars, nation will rise against nation and kingdom against kingdom and there shall be famines, food shortages, pestilences despite of medical advances, old and new diseases will plague ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-3, John 12:32, Romans 1:16, 2 Peter 1:16

Add To Your Faith (God's Gift To Believers)

Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Jun 23, 2020

I believe everyone is born with a measure of faith, but that is not the end of things. "Then He opened their minds to understand the Scriptures" (Luke 24:45, HCSB).

We have it on proper authority that everyone is born with a measure of faith. "Then He opened their minds to understand the Scriptures" (Luke 24:45, HCSB). Wouldn't you love for someone to open your mind and give you a new understanding of what is and what will be? The Scriptures say ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:45, 2 Timothy 2:15, Ephesians 2:8

Denomination: Other

Conscience - The Gift Of God

Contributed by Heman Sapogu on Sep 25, 2023

Scripture Says Your Sin Will Find You Out, No Matter How You Sin , Where You Sin, No Matter How Secretly You Have Sinned.

Conscience:- Proverbs 20:27 27 The Spirit[A] Of Man Is The Lamp Of The LORD, Searching All His Innermost Parts. Proverbs 15:3 3 The Eyes Of The LORD Are In Every Place, Keeping Watch On The Evil And The Good. Numbers 32:23 23 But If You Will Not Do So, Behold, You Have Sinned Against The ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 20:27, Proverbs 15:3, Numbers 32:23

Teach It!

Contributed by John Dobbs on Apr 25, 2024

Sometimes people describe a relationship with God as “better felt than told” - but as we read the Scriptures we see that people were teaching the Gospel at every opportunity.

Teach It! Acts 8 Introduction Sometimes people describe a relationship with God as “better felt than told” - but as we read the Scriptures we see that people were teaching the Gospel at every opportunity. This often resulted in people becoming followers of Jesus. 3,000 did in Acts 2, and in ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Beginning Of The Good News About Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024

This is a study of the gospel of Mark regarding the life of Jesus. It is based on my personal study and research of Scripture and many books and sermons I have read over the years.

GOSPEL OF MARK: GOD’S SERVANT IN ACTION BEGINNING OF THE GOOD NEWS ABOUT JESUS CHRIST A. Gospel of Mark. 1. Today we begin our Summer Sermon Series on the Gospel of Mark: God’s Servant In Action. a. Today’s lesson serves as an INTRODUCTION / OVERVIEW of Mark’s Gospel. b. Next Sunday I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Preparing Way For Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024

This is a study of the gospel of Mark regarding the life of Jesus. It is based on my personal study and research of Scripture and many books and sermons I have read over the years.

GOSPEL OF MARK: GOD’S SERVANT IN ACTION PREPARING WAY FOR JESUS CHRIST A. Mark 1:2-8 (READ) 1. As you are probably aware, President Trump was in Indianapolis on April 26th to speak at the NRA Convention. a. You might have been one of the thousands of motorists caught in the SLOW ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:2-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Baptism And Temptation Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024

This is a study of the gospel of Mark regarding the life of Jesus. It is based on my personal study and research of Scripture and many books and sermons I have read over the years.

GOSPEL OF MARK: GOD’S SERVANT IN ACTION BAPTISM AND TEMPTATION OF JESUS A. Acts 2:38 (READ) 1. How many of you remember when you were BAPTIZED? a. I believe that is a DAY in a Christian’s LIFE that most will never FORGET. b. There is no greater FEELING than coming up out of that watery ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38, Mark 1:9-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ