Sermons on shallow conversion:

The First Church Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 14, 2011

Characteristics of the first church.

The First Church Chuck Sligh TEXT: Acts 2:37-47 INTRODUCTION Many Christians today are playing church. In this age of affluence and pleasure-seeking, some come to church once-a-week to salve their conscience so that they can go back and do their own thing the rest of the week. This is the age of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

When You Lose Control Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on May 14, 2015

A first person message in which explains why he preaches Christ crucified.

“Getting Into Shape: When You Lose Control” Acts 9:1-19; 1 Cor. 2:1-5 & 9:15-18; 2 Cor. 5:13-15 Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. I’m glad for the opportunity to preach to you about Jesus. Some of you are here because you’re curious, some because you’re ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Begin Well Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jan 17, 2019

We will only begin the race well when we identify, and full confess, our spiritual bankruptcy to Jesus. There are no achievements, or spiritual outcomes, which make us worthy of God’s attention. It is only our faith in the great exchange that Jesus is willing to make for us.

Message Ephesians 2:1-10 Begin Well 10 days ago Wild Oats XI won the 2018 Sydney to Hobart yacht race. They also won in 2017 … sort of. Wild Oats XI finished the 2017 race in one day, eight hours, 48 minutes and 50 seconds … which was nearly five hours faster than the previous record. However at ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Paul Sees The Lord Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 31, 2017

It was a little more difficult to preach in Samaria, because of the ancient traditions and prejudices of long standing which were expressed in the familiar words, “Jews have no dealings with the Samaritans” (John 4:9).

February 26, 2014 By: Tom Lowe Series: The Early Church Lesson III.B.1: Paul Sees the Lord (9:1-9) Scripture 1 And Saul, yet breathing out threatenings and slaughter against the disciples of the Lord, went unto the high priest, 2 And desired of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

A Church Member Is Converted

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 19, 2015

Questions to ponder to see if converted from 1 John (outline and material adapted from Thabiti M. Anyabwile's book, What Is a Healthy Church Member?, Mark 4, pgs. 47-55)

HoHum: There’s an old joke among preachers that goes like this:  An older preacher and a younger preacher are talking.  The younger preacher is complaining that his church’s bell tower is full of bats, and they’re making a mess all over the place, and nothing is getting rid of ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Exposing The Heart Of The Father Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Aug 11, 2017

This sermon takes a look at the story of the prodigal son from the eyes of the father. Later it reminds us of the heart of our Heavenly Father as He receives and forgives those who return home to Him. It's part of the Conversational Evangelism Series.

Luke 15:11-32 INTRODUCTION ¥ The Pharisee’s were finding fault with Jesus because He received and ate with sinners. - "This man receives sinners and eats with them." - Lk 15:2 ¥ Jesus responded with three parables: His response? 1. "The Lost Sheep" - Lk 15:3-7 2. "The Lost Coin" - Lk ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:5-11, Lamentations 3:22-23, Ephesians 2:4-7, Luke 15:8-10, Luke 15:3-7, Luke 15:11-32  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Be Holy Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

The holiness of God is the most fundamental reality of all. It refers to the reality that God is utterly unique and in a class by himself—that is His set-apartness—none compares with Him.

Workers outside of Milwaukee are building a new vehicle, called a submersible that will allow oceanographers to plum the ocean’s depths. The submersible is to replace Alvin. Alvin, you may remember, was the Treasure Hunting vehicle that illuminated the rusting hulk of the Titanic. Alvin is able to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16, Hosea 8:14, 1 Samuel 2:2, Isaiah 44:6-7, 2 Chronicles 23:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus And Peter Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021

Every one of Jesus’ qualities is infinite. Jesus, as He is God, is infinite in knowledge. Jesus is infinite in power. Jesus is infinite in love. Jesus is infinitely just. And Jesus is infinitely pure.

We need volunteers in childcare and if you’d like to volunteer, we have someone up front who’d like to get your information. This is the third message in a series, Plastic Jesus: How Did Someone So Real Become So Fake? As I was preparing this message from the beginning of Luke 5, I noticed there ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11, John 21:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Leave The Past Behind Series

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Nov 26, 2011

A look at Simon and how his half in, half out thinking has become a common problem in the church.

Acts 8:9-25 Simon the Sorcerer 9 Now for some time a man named Simon had practiced sorcery in the city and amazed all the people of Samaria. He boasted that he was someone great, 10 and all the people, both high and low, gave him their attention and exclaimed, “This man is rightly called the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-25

Denomination: Nazarene

The Superior King Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Jul 1, 2014

Peter's Pentecost Sermon was used by God to give birth to the Church.

Jesus: The Superior King: Acts 2:25-41 OUTLINE: (note: Acts 2:25-36 quotes From PSALM 16:8-11, 68:18 and 110:1) Peter’s Pentecost message from God is to an unsaved world and, like all of scripture, the spotlight is on the LORD JESUS CHRIST. 1. The Superior and Eternal King spoke 1,000 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:25-41

Denomination: Baptist

When Jesus Passes By

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jun 13, 2015

A sermon examining the miracles that happen when Jesus comes on the scene!

When Jesus Passes By Luke 17:11-19 Listen online at - https://www.facebook.com/Stockdalebaptist or http://www.stockdalebaptist.com/ George Jones' career began in the 1950's and for decades he enjoyed great success professionally. But it is well documented that he had great struggles ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

Settle Your Disputes Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 25, 2022

Settle your differences with other believers because of your future, your present, and your past.

In 1904, Argentina and Chile celebrated the resolution of a border dispute, which nearly brought the two countries to war. They celebrated with a large statue of Christ erected high in the Andes on the border between their two countries. They called the statue, "Christ the Redeemer of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-11, Matthew 19:28

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Do You Know Him? (Matthew 7:21-29)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 24, 2024

Jesus warns that just because we have done "works" for Him doesn't mean that we know Him personally. Be certain of your own salvation and have built your home upon the Rock.

Dr. Frank Turek, noted Christian apologist and evangelist, has referred to Matthew 7:21-23 as the most terrifying words in all of the Bible. It is a warning against assumption, intentions, works, and false belief, all being evidence that Jesus Himself will use on the Day of Judgment as a warning ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-29, Luke 6:46-49, Luke 13:26-27, 2 Peter 1:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Good Old Days (God)

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 16, 2025

It is evident that the glory has departed from many churches and Christians. We need to be casting again.

A history note, In the early days of this country Baptists were disliked because every time they spoke to someone they had "a scripture to cast in your teeth." Sadly, they have come a long way and the wrong way. For many years in ministry I have had to plead with Baptists to come to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:15, Mark 4:20, 1 Samuel 4:21

Denomination: Baptist

Personal Evangelism: One-On-One Witnessing Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 16, 2025

Personal evangelism is a divine assignment that every believer must embrace. One-on-one witnessing is a powerful tool for winning souls, as it allows for personal engagement and addressing individual concerns. Jesus, the apostles, and early Christians used this method effectively.

PERSONAL EVANGELISM: ONE-ON-ONE WITNESSING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 4:29 "Come, see a man, which told me all things that ever I did: is not this the Christ?" Supporting Texts: Matthew 28:19-20, Acts 8:30-35, Romans 10:14-15, 2 Timothy 4:2, 1 Peter ...read more

Scripture: John 4:29

Denomination: Assembly Of God