Sermons on Seizing Today:

The Gospel In A Postmodern World

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Aug 18, 2008

How does Jesus expect us to live in today’s world? DESIRE Him, DENY yourself, DIE to self and DECIDE to follow. Are you doing it?

Matthew 16:21-28 The Gospel in a Postmodern World From that time Jesus began to show to His disciples that He must go to Jerusalem, and suffer many things from the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and be raised the third day. Then Peter took Him aside and began to rebuke Him, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Call To Contend Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 24, 2010

Jude’s letter is a call to contend for the faith once for all delivered to the saints. In today’s lesson we observe the call to contend for truth against heresy.

Scripture Two weeks ago I began a new series of studies on the Letter of Jude, which I have titled, “Contend for the Faith.” The first week I introduced you to the Letter of Jude. I briefly touched on questions that arise whenever we begin a new study of God’s Word, such as: Who wrote the letter? ...read more

Scripture: Jude 3:3

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Appearances Can Be Deceiving Part 3

Contributed by Gerald Albers on Oct 31, 2011

Today we are continuing our series with part 3 on fear. Four times in the Christmas story, someone is told not to be afraid. Today we are looking at the story of Joseph.

APPEARANCES CAN BE DECEIVING Part 3 TEXT: Matthew 1:18-25 18 Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost. 19 Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not willing to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus Reaches Out To Sinners Series

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Nov 1, 2011

This message examines the shocking action of Jesus, when he reached out to Zacchaeus. Application is made to today, noting that Jesus still reaches out to sinners today.

INTRODUCTION TO SERIES * The “Most-Shocking” video genre (i.e., Top 20 Most Shocking Boozers and Losers; Most Shocking Fights and Wild Riots; etc.) * A different kind of “most-shocking” action: the life and ministry of Jesus Christ - Christ did things that shocked those who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Thankful In Tough Times Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Oct 23, 2008

There are three powerful truths in today’s key text that will protect your relationship with Jesus Christ and enable you to express a life of thankfulness to God regardless of the circumstance.

Turn your Bibles to Philippians 4:6-7 Title: Thankful in Tough Times Theme: Guarding Your Heart in This Life Series: Full Measure of Thanksgiving Listen as I read Philippians 4:6-7, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sign Of Jonah Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 11, 2009

In today’s lesson we see, first, the request for a sign (that Jesus prove that he is the Messiah, the Son of God, and the Savior of sinners), and second, the response of Jesus.

Scripture Today is Easter Sunday, the day that the Christian Church around the world celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. Two thousand years ago Jesus was born in Bethlehem. Jesus knew that his life mission was “to seek and to save the lost” (Luke 19:10). He knew that he was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:38-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Splitting Headache Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 19, 2021

Today’s sermon revolves around a working mother who is a judge-prophetess, a superstitious general, some really bad weather, and a headache to end all headaches.

A Splitting Headache (Judges 4:1-24) 1. Billy, a 4 year old boy, goes to the doctor with a number of symptoms, including a headache. The doctor asks, "Billy, can you tell me what's bothers you the most?" Billy replies: "I'd have to say my little sister." 2. What do ...read more

Scripture: Judges 4:1-24, 1 Timothy 2:8-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Rejoice In The Lord

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Feb 10, 2020

Today’s sermon is going to talk about the benefits and the source of God-given joy that is so strong that it remains glorious even in the most turbulent storms of life!

Rejoice in the Lord Philippians 4:4 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “Rejoice in the Lord always: and again I say Rejoice” Who does not want to be happy and feel joy well up within one’s soul? If one had a time machine and could relive any event in your ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Baptist

Bearing Life’s Burdens

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Mar 4, 2018

Today's sermon is a part of our ongoing sermon series, "Spiritual First Aid." Today we're looking at how we can bear the burdens of this life.

Spiritual First Aid “Bearing Life’s Burdens” Burdens are a part of life. We all have our burdens to bear, no matter whether we’re rich or poor, young or old, the color of our skin, or whether we are saved or lost. Sorrow and trouble come alike to everyone, because burdens respect no one. Life ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-5

Denomination: Foursquare

One Mightier Than I - Part Two

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Mar 10, 2017

Statistics of today’s church (and Christianity) says 85% claim to have a Christian faith/religion, while only 5% actually attend church regularly.

ONE MIGHTIER THAN I Part Two Review of last week – 1. JTB is a model for us as we walk through our “wilderness” 2. Bible says each of us have gone astray from the path that God had designed (in the beginning ) for Adam and Eve. 3. The wilderness we walk in is a result of the sin a)that we were ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Young Teaching The Old (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Apr 20, 2015

We need godly role models today, both young and old. If you know Christ today, you need to provide a godly role model to others.

The Young Teaching the Old (Part 2) 1 Timothy 4:12 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. How many of you are young today? “Young” is a relative term, isn’t it? It depends on who you are being compared to. 2. Paul is writing this book to his son in the faith, Timothy. As we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12

Denomination: Bible Church

Show Me A Good Pastor Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

Today’s Big Idea: A pastor is a man who is sent by God to save people from hell to make them Christ-exalting, spiritual aliens in this world

Adoniram Judson was a missionary to Burma (today it is Myanmar). His faithful wife Ann had followed her husband from prison to prison as he was arrested for sharing the Gospel. She had died from spotted fever and cerebral meningitis the year before (April 24, 1827). Her death had affected her ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:5-9

Denomination: Baptist

Thankful For Jesus: Born Of God

Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 19, 2022

The point of today’s message revolves around Jesus Christ being the Son of God, the offering of us to also be children of God, and our thankful hearts in response.

THANKFUL FOR JESUS: ‘Born of God’ John 1:1-18 #Christmas2022 INTRODUCTION… God’s Parental Sayings (p) The point of today’s message revolves around Jesus Christ being the Son of God, the offering of us to also be children of God, and our thankful hearts in response. That is where we will ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Advancing Through The Challenges Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 14, 2022

In today’s text I’m more interested in noting the message to the Philippians that can FUEL THEIR FAITH … Paul’s message is that Christians are Advancing Through The Challenges.

Advancing Through The Challenges Philippians 1:12-20 Introduction American Ninja Warrior is a television show in its 14th season on NBC. People as young as 15 years old from all over America compete on the world’s most difficult obstacle courses. “A top prize of $1 million ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Family Business (2018)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 20, 2022

How would you have felt if you had been Mary? Today’s text points out three important things, separation, recovery and discipleship.

THE FAMILY BUSINESS Text: Luke 2:41 - 52 The late John Hughes is one of my favorite filmmakers. He was known for making many come-of-age movies like Pretty in Pink, The Breakfast Club, Ferris Beuller’s Day Off, Weird Science, Uncle Buck. He was also well known for two classic ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: United Methodist