Sermons on Senate:

The Spirit Of Sports

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 5, 2021

The spirit of sports plays a greater role in the Bible than most of us see. We will study how Paul uses sport terms to teach Christian lessons.

Back in the days of depression the mighty Babe Ruth was asked to take a salary cut for the first time in his career. He didn't go for it, but insisted on his customary $80,000 contract. "But Babe," protested an official of the Yankee Ball Club, "These are trying times. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Negative Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 10, 2021

This was David's song, and if we see life whole and see the infinite realm of the non-existent and non-happenings of life, we to will have a song of praise and a heart of gratitude regardless of life's troubles and trials.

Sometimes we get so wrapped up in being occupied with what happens that we forget that there is so much to be thankful for because of what doesn't happen. For example: Peter Marshall died of a heart attack as a middle aged man with great potential ahead of him as Chaplain of the Senate and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:1-12

Thank God For Rights Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 10, 2021

Jesus paid the ultimate price for the ultimate right, which was the right to become a child of God. As Christians we have a right to confess our sins, be forgiven, and become children of God. As Americans we have a right to share this good news with anyone.

On Sept. 17, 1787 the leaders of our nation signed a document, which is to our freedom as Americans what the New Testament is to our freedom in Christ. They signed the Constitution Of The United States, and that is now the longest lasting Constitution every drawn up by leaders of a major nation. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:22-29

Dealing Wisely With Unbelief & Opposition Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Mar 10, 2021

If we stand for Jesus, we will inevitably face the same kind of opposition that He did. How do we respond? His example gives us a clue as he faces both the unbelief of his own family, and the deadly opposition of israel's leaders.

It’s been more than 20 years ago now since I initiated a lawsuit in the name of the church against the Washoe County School District. As a few of you know, and even fewer of you probably remember, it was about the matter of Equal Access—equal access to public school facilities for churches and ...read more

Scripture: John 7:1-15, Matthew 5:44, Matthew 7:6, Matthew 10:16-18, 1 John 2:15-16, Mark 6:3, Mark 3:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Bible Church

Standing In The Gap

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Sep 12, 2021

This message looks at how God calls believers to step up, one-by-one, and unite in order to form a wall against the flood of immorality that threatens to wash way our nation.

I’ve entitled our message this morning, “Standing in the Gap,” and I want to begin with a testimony by a woman from North Dakota: “The Sheyenne River, which flows past our backyard, went from its normal five feet to a major flood level . . . We felt overwhelmed with the preparations and thought of ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

"a Tale Of Two Kings"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Dec 9, 2021

This is a sermon for Christmas.

Title: “A Tale of Two Kings” Script: Mt. 2:1-12 Type: Christmas Where: GNBC 12-22-19 Intro: The Grinch Who Stole Christmas is one of a handful of perennial favorites to watch during the holiday season. We all have our favorite parts in the show, I know mine is when Max, the Grinch’s dog ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

America, Patriotism, And The Fear Of God

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 19, 2021

Peter’s first letter was probably written some time before this terrible persecution. At the time of Peter’s writing, Christians was being slandered and mistreated in isolated places throughout modern day Turkey. He did not live in a “Christian nation.”

Should Christians support the Iraqi invasion? Should American Christians who protested the Vietnam war go to Canada to avoid the draft instead? How are Christians to respond when the Supreme Court hands down decisions that go against God’s Word? Can Christians support former President Obama while ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Two Kinds Of Followers- The Kissers And The Cleavers (From The The Book Of Ruth)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Oct 6, 2022

Today I want to preach about a wonderful love story in the book of Ruth.

The Book of Ruth is probably the most wonderful love story ever written. Illus: Benjamin Franklin—as you know, he was one of the fathers of our great nation. He was also the ambassador to France. And, when in France, he was a member of a literary society, and they were giving different readings ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Ruin Without Remedy Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 27, 2021

The unforgivable sin is not a sin you can stumble into accidentally, or perform in ignorance. You can blaspheme God and Christ in ignorance not knowing what you are doing, but the unforgivable sin is a sin done with clear and certain knowledge.

A certain seer warned Caesar to be on guard against a great peril on the day of March which the Romans called Ides. When the day came and Caesar was on his way to the senate house he greeted the seer with a jest, and said, "Well, the Ides of March are come." "Aye," said the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:22-30

Honor One Another Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 28, 2022

In this sermon, we explore what it means to honor one another and how to do it.

Introduction: A. Welcome to our annual Friends and Family Day – if you are a visitor with us today, then please know that you are our honored guest and we are thankful and honored that you are with us. 1. On Friend and Family Day, I often break away from the sermon series I am preaching through ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:10, Philippians 2:3-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Doth God Require? (Full) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jun 24, 2020

To establish that God has shown us His righteousness and given us commandments. They are to do justly, love mercy, and walk humbly before Him. This lesson describes the evils and wickedness in high places! It also provides hope to our Nation during this pandemic.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. That We Do Justly 2. That We Love Mercy 3. That We Walk Humbly Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will discuss the theme: "What doth God Require?" Micah was a contemporary of Isaiah, and both ministered in the Southern Kingdom (Judah). The name Micah ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:6-8, Matthew 22:37-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Second Coming Of Christ - Part 2: A Closer Look At The Lord's End Times Warnings Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 27, 2023

The Lord's warnings... 1. Are about deception (vs. 1-5, 11-12, 23-26). 2. Are about disasters (vs. 6-8). 3. Are about the danger of persecution (vs. 9-10). 4. Seem to have more than one application (vs. 15-21). 5. Should move us to trust in His deliverance (vs. 13-14, 21-28).

The Second Coming of Christ Part 2 - A Closer Look at the Lord's End Times Warnings The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 24:1-28 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared February 27, 2023) (Edited March 3, 2023) MESSAGE: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 24, as we continue talking about the second ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Pure In Heart: The Reward Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 17, 2023

This is the second message in a study of the sixth beatitude. The reward for the pure in heart is that they will "see God." How does that promise relate to the resurrection, and how does it relate to this life? What is biblical impact of seeing God?

Intro We are in a study of the Beatitudes with an interest in how to position ourselves to be revived and enter into his purposes more fully. Last week we began talking about the sixth beatitude. It is recorded in Matthew 5:8: “Blessed are the pure in heart, For they shall see God.”i That is our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, 1 John 1:7-10, 1 John 3:2-3, Hebrews 11:27, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Job 23:10, 2 Peter 1:1-7, Psalm 139:23-24, Hebrews 12:14, Ephesians 5:25-27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Expect The Unexpected Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 6, 2023

Life is unpredictable, so expect to be surprised.

A few years ago (2017), authorities apprehended a group of Minnesota teens for attempting to steal a cake from a local grocery store. The teens were embarrassed, but even more so when they discovered the cake was fake—it was a cardboard display cake. The grocery store owner decided not to press ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:11-18, Ecclesiastes 10:1-20, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Evangelical Free

World Shakers And History Makers Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 19, 2023

To be a world shaker and a history maker requires us to get into the cosmic war between good and evil – to fight for the truth of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to stand up to a wicked society trying to destroy our families and children.

Sermon: World Shakers – History Makers Thesis: To be a world shaker and a history maker requires us to get into the cosmic war between good and evil – to fight for the truth of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to stand up to a wicked society trying to destroy our families and children. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9, Ephesians 6:10-12, Acts 17:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational