Sermons on Shameful Behaviour:

Foolish Wisdom-6(2025)

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 28, 2025

6 of ? The apostle Paul related that the wisdom of the Cross-work of Christ, was seen as foolishness by those who were perishing. The wisdom of the Cross can be misinterpreted. But How can wisdom be properly interpreted? Foolish Wisdom is interpreted thru...

FOOLISH WISDOM-VI—1Corinthians 1:26-28(1:18--2:5) Attention: Something deceptively seen by the heart’s predisposition. There was a huge influx of people to central & south Florida following WW-II. BUT the people who bought land & built businesses & houses there, quickly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-28

Denomination: Baptist

This I Believe: I Have Chosen To Be A Sinner Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 9, 2012

Adam and Eve chose to Sin. And when we sin, it’s our choice. It’s our fault. But why is it important that I admit my own fault?

OPEN: (We opened with a Dorito’s commercial that has Eve attempting to share the forbidden fruit with Adam and he rejects her offer – holding up a Dorito’s Bag and saying “I’m good.” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zHSjpezHHcw) Now, I liked that. Not only was it humorous… but it a great point. The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Anonymous Facebooking Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 25, 2012

Facebook is experimenting with a few new features to guilt people into being more involved on their website. Find why that is, and why it’s also a problem in Church. What "features" does God use to help His people be more involved in His church.

OPEN: For people who haven’t been here for the past couple of weeks I’ve been talking about an internet social network called Facebook. It’s THE most popular social network on the internet with 400 million and people gather there to exchange pictures, ideas and dreams. But not everybody on ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rediscover The Power Of The Gospel In Revival Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 13, 2024

What if God began to calculate your good deeds? How long would your personal tape be? What if He were to get a separate calculator out for the things you’ve done wrong, how long would that tape be?

Every single Christian and every church will need revival. Revival is part of the pattern the Holy Spirit uses to reconnect you to the gospel.1 Revival and spiritual awakening is when a group of people rediscover the power of the gospel. Nearly every single person can look at church and conclude ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-5, Romans 4:16-25, Genesis 22:17, Genesis 17:5, Genesis 4:20-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian - The Judgement Seat Of Christ – Part 3 Of 3 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jun 27, 2025

Sin will keep us from reward and that is looked at. A problem considered – What happens about unconfessed sin at the Judgement Seat of Christ? I suppose in conclusion, we should have our lives tidied up, work for Christ in love, not a desire for reward. The Lord bless and keep us all!

THE CHRISTIAN - THE JUDGEMENT SEAT OF CHRIST – PART 3 OF 3 This is the vital passage regarding the Judgement Seat of Christ:- {{1 Corinthians 3:10-15 “According to the grace of God which was given to me, as a wise master builder I laid a foundation, and another is building upon it, but let each ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2, 1 John 1:9-10, 1 Corinthians 3:10-15, Ecclesiastes 12:14, 1 Corinthians 4:5, Romans 14:10-12, Revelation 4:10, Philippians 3:7-8, 1 Peter 1:17, Revelation 22:12, 1 Corinthians 3:8, Matthew 10:41-42, Matthew 5:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Kiss Of God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 11, 2013

Warren Buffett believed his donation of $37 billion dollars to the Gates Foundation would buy him a place in heaven? Is that possible? Can we buy our way into heaven? Can we work our way in? Or is there another way?

OPEN: A man and wife were sitting in their living room when they noticed their neighbor across the street pull up in to his drive. He stepped out of the car with flowers in his hand, met his wife at the door and laid a passionate kiss on her. As they watched all this play out across the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Born To Be A Better Savior Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 23, 2022

Jesus was born to be our savior. But what does that mean, and what difference can that make in our lives?

There was a Christian who gave a Bible to somebody who was going through a rough time. Their life had been one disaster after the other, but in all that time there was never really made an effort to follow Jesus. So, as this Christian gave a Bible to the man… he encouraged him to read it, and he ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:22-27, Luke 2:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Released From Chains Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 26, 2019

Jesus offers to give us "newness of life" - a rebirth and a 2nd chance put our lives right. How does that work, and what do I need to do to lay hold of that promise?

OPEN: His name was Harry Houdini, one of the greatest escape artists of all time. He freed himself from handcuffs, chains, ropes, and straitjackets and even jails. He first attracted notice in vaudeville in the US and then, later, as "Harry Handcuff Houdini" on a tour of Europe where he ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Roll Away The Stone

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Apr 7, 2017

Do you find yourself living like a half dead Christian. Is your faith something that is buried instead of alive in you? You may need Jesus to Roll away the stone keeping you from a Resurrection kind of faith.

Roll Away the Stone John Chapter 11 Jesus crosses the line and goes back to Judea where his friend Lazarus has died. Sometimes God will call us and ask us to cross the line. To go from a place of relative safety to a place of danger. The last time Jesus was in Judea they tried to kill Him by ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-53

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Praying Over Your Children Is Essential In Today's World Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 15, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical basis for praying and blessing our children, and why this practice is essential for their spiritual growth and protection.

As parents, we want the best for our children. We strive to provide them with a nurturing environment, quality education, and opportunities for growth and development. However, in today's fast-paced and often challenging world, our children face numerous threats to their physical, emotional, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16

The Gift Of His Peace Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 30, 2012

Jesus said He offered a different peace than the world did. But what kind of peace does the world offer us and how is what Jesus gives better than that?

OPEN: How many of you have ever heard of a singer named Travis Tritt? Now he’s a famous Country singer, but before he made it big, Tritt spent years playing in small out-of-the-way bars and taverns. He said that (as you might expect) these were dangerous places. His fans were mostly drunks ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Do You Listen To? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 17, 2019

Over the years I've learned that I've got to be careful who I trust and listen to. I've found that the experts can even be wrong? So if I can't even be sure of the experts... who can I listen to that I can always trust?

OPEN: (I put a copy of the covers of the “National Enquirer” and the “Globe” on screen side by side) How many of you ever seen these magazines at the supermarket? These are what are known as “tabloid magazines.” As you can tell from the headlines, these are not reliable news sources. In fact, they ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Wild Life Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 25, 2013

Jesus saved us to live a wild and adventurous life. But how can we do that? We're not apostles like Peter and John were. We don't have their courage and experience. We're just common ordinary folks... or are we?

OPEN: When we first started this series, I sang the chorus to “Born To Be Wild” (by Steppenwolf). This morning I want to sing for you the 1st phrase of the first verse of that song: “Get your motor runnin' - Head out on the highway. Lookin' for adventure and whatever comes our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Man Who Tried To Control Jesus Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 22, 2018

How did Peter go from being the guy who declared "Thou art the Christ, the Son of the Living God" to being the guy who said "Nope! I don't know the man?"

OPEN: There's a famous poem named “Footprints” that you can find on posters, paintings and even small cards that people will put in the Bibles. It has a powerful message of hope and comfort, and it goes like this: “One night I dreamed a dream. As I was walking along the beach with my Lord, across ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:66-72

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Measure Upon Measure – The Glorious Conclusion – The Restoration Of God - Part 17 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 27, 2025

This last sermon draws it all together and we stand in awe at all that the Lord has done in addressing ALL the consequences of Adam’s sin. Then He has restored what Adam could never have had in full grace and mercy to the sinner. I have loved doing this series and hope you do also.

MEASURE UPON MEASURE – THE GLORIOUS CONCLUSION – THE RESTORATION OF GOD - Part 17 One more chapter remains, and that is to wrap up all that has gone before. It is advisable to read all that preceded this last conclusion. The whole lot is the wonderful story of redemption and the window on the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:6, Isaiah 53:10-12, Revelation 22:5, Revelation 21:3, Revelation 22:4, Revelation 21:4, Revelation 22:3, Revelation 22:2, Revelation 21:24-26, Psalm 69:4, Revelation 22:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational