Sermons on Shallow Conversion:

The Image Of God And The Value Of Human Life Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Jan 17, 2017

Creation, Sin, and More Sin The Image of God and the Value of Human Life Gen 1:26-28 David Taylor December 17, 2016

Creation, Sin, and More Sin The Image of God and the Value of Human Life Gen 1:26-28 David Taylor December 17, 2016 Emil Brunner said that “the most powerful of all spiritual forces is man's view of himself, the way in which he understands his nature and his destiny; indeed it is the one ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Funeral On John 14:1-6

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 21, 2017

This passage speaks of a person, a preparation, a place, and a promise (Outline taken from Eddie Lawrence of Sermon Seedbed; funeral for Catherine Thies)

Message from John 14:1-6, one of 2 Scriptures Catherine mentioned This passage speaks of a person, a preparation, a place, and a promise 1. A person Many in today’s world tell us, “Believe in yourself.” Roy T. Bennett in his book, The Light in the Heart said, “Believe in ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Image Of God And The Value Of Human Life Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Jan 24, 2017

Creation, Sin, and More Sin The Image of God and the Value of Human Life Gen 1:26-28 David Taylor December 17, 2016

Creation, Sin, and More Sin The Image of God and the Value of Human Life Gen 1:26-28 David Taylor December 17, 2016 Emil Brunner said that “the most powerful of all spiritual forces is man's view of himself, the way in which he understands his nature and his destiny; indeed it is the one ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is Jesus The Only God? Series

Contributed by Roy Conwell on Jan 12, 2014

Jesus called himself the Son of Man. This title isn't about Jesus humanity. It's about His divinity as described in Daniel 7. Consider recent discoveries of Lazarus tomb which reads

Believe in him of not, Jesus Christ is the most famous man in human history. The story of his death, burial, and resurrection has nearly shaped the entire landscape of human history. Our years our formed around his birth and life on earth. We hold a holiday celebrating his birth and even one ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:68-71

Denomination: Vineyard

The Cross

Contributed by Alvan Lewis on Feb 3, 2020

Why is the Cross of Christ even more important than the teachings of Christ?

Once upon a time there was a country church that had an ivy plant growing up by the front door. Over the doorway was a text carved in stone, "We preach Christ crucified". Over the years the plant grew and a branch gradually spread over the doorway. The first word of the text covered by ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:11-18

Denomination: Anglican

Salt Of The Earth

Contributed by Timothy Bokka on Nov 7, 2018

Jesus Christ who is the True Vine, the Light, the Way, the bread of life is also the True Salt and as His children, we are called to be the Salt of the Earth.

Matthew 5:13–16 This statement is part of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount, a summarization of the Beatitudes. Often many Christians have a false notion that if they live out at least one or two qualities listed in the Beatitudes then it is sufficient to live a life pleasing to the Lord. Sadly, this is ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Holy Families Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 28, 2018

When families stay together, and pray together, and sing together and learn together, all of society is enriched and strengthened.

Feast of the Holy Family 2018 The wisdom writer Jesus ben Sira is the author of the Book of Sirach, where we get our first reading today. I recall early in my life reading the ten commandments, and also remember that my early sacramental confessions were headlined pretty much the same every couple ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40, Colossians 3:12-21

Denomination: Catholic

In Christ Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 28, 2016

What does it mean to be IN CHRIST?

At the beginning of the study I invited you to pay attention to all the times you hear the phrase "In Christ" Today we'll look at that concept. Let's back up Verse 1: to . . . the faithful in Christ Verse 3: God . . . has blessed us in heavenly places in Christ Verse4: . . . chosen in Him . . ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7-13

Denomination: *other

Giving Thanks Unto The Lord Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Sep 8, 2023

As we look at the many prayers in the Bible I am reminded that there are many subjects in prayer. Today I want to look at the important prayer of Giving Thanks.

“Giving Thanks Unto The Lord” Psalm 105:1-7 As we look at the many prayers in the Bible I am reminded that there are many subjects in prayer. There is deliverance, direction, determination, discouragement, and the list could go on, but today I want to look at the important prayer of Giving ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 105:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

James: The Quiet Disciple Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 27, 2023

Don’t judge a person’s spirituality by their outward shy or quiet disposition. James was chosen by Jesus as one of His inner three.

A. QUIET AND OVERLOOKED 1. Why are some people quiet? a. They don’t like to talk. b. They don’t have anything to say. c. They are shy. 2. “Make it your goal to live a quiet life, minding your own business and working with your hands, just as we instructed you before” (1 Thessalonians 4:11, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:11

Denomination: Baptist

How Could One Solitary Life Have So Much Impact - Christmas Eve

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Dec 24, 2023

Church members and friends can support St. John's By-the-Sea by visiting our website https://www.stjohnsbythesea.com/donate, where a donation can be made by PayPal or credit card, if you prefer that to mailing your donations to the church.

Good Evening, and welcome again to St. John’s Church. And, as you can tell, I love our Christmas Eve Service. The first one at St. John’s was in 1892, 130 years ago. This is only my 5th Christmas here, and I absolutely love how this service paints a picture. It really has a feel to it. As we close ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Sharing The Good News Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 17, 2025

The Good News of Jesus Christ is the greatest message ever given to mankind. It is the message of salvation, hope, and eternal life. Jesus commanded His followers to take this message to the ends of the earth (Mark 16:15).

SHARING THE GOOD NEWS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature." – Mark 16:15 Supporting Texts: Matthew 28:18-20, Romans 10:13-15, 2 Timothy 4:2, Acts 1:8, 1 Corinthians 9:16 INTRODUCTION: The Good News ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15, Matthew 28:18-20, Romans 10:13-15, 2 Timothy 4:2, Acts 1:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sharing The Good News: The Mandate Of Every Believer Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 20, 2025

The Great Commission is not a suggestion but a divine mandate given to every believer.

SHARING THE GOOD NEWS: THE MANDATE OF EVERY BELIEVER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 16:15 "And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature." Supporting Texts: Matthew 28:19-20, Acts 1:8, Romans 10:14-15, 2 Timothy 4:2 INTRODUCTION: The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Holy Spirit In The Early Church Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 25, 2025

The Holy Spirit was the power, guidance, and life of the early church, and He must remain the same in the church today.

THE HOLY SPIRIT IN THE EARLY CHURCH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:1-4 Key Verse: “And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.” (Acts 2:4, KJV) Supporting Texts: Acts 4:31-33, Acts 5:12-16, Acts 13:2-4, Acts ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Guidepost Four – Image Of God Vs. Modern Identity Wars Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 26, 2025

Human worth is received from God, marred by sin, and renewed in Christ; true identity is found in His image, not cultural labels.

Introduction – The Question Beneath Every Question In every century people have asked, Who am I? The wording changes—What defines me? Where do I belong? How do I find my true self?—but the ache is ancient. Today it comes with new intensity. Debates about gender, race, achievement, sexuality, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27, Colossians 3:1-12, John 1:14, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Ephesians 2:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist