Sermons on Sign Symbol Sacrament:

Baptism: What Does It Mean?

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Jan 15, 2009

This is 1 of 2 sermons that share some common elements. This one focuses on the Greek behind the word “baptizo” and some of the historical, literature references

Introduction Baptism has become a part of every believer’s life. At some point, we make the plunge, are cleansed from our sins, and take on the name as Christians. But, Christians, as a whole, can not agree on the proper way to baptize and the effect that bestows on us. Tonight, I’d like you to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The Baptism Of Jesus

Contributed by Carl Greene on Feb 16, 2009

A brief background about John the Baptizer, who was Mark, and why would Jesus have to be Baptized? This was preached on a Sunday morning when an adult Baptism was performed.

The Baptism of Jesus This morning, we’ll begin taking a walk through the Gospel of Mark. It seems to me it’s probably a good idea to know a little about Mark as we begin this journey. And after we come to know a little more about Mark, we’ll look at what happened one day in a river long ago and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-12

Denomination: Methodist

Stupid Statements Series

Contributed by John Chisham on Dec 10, 2006

Stupid statements: Proof we cannot earn righteousness

Stupid Statements made by famous people. ``````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````` "Whenever I watch TV and see those poor starving kids all over the world, I can’t help but cry. I mean I’d love to be skinny like that, but not with all those flies and death and stuff." ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-10

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Funeral Sermon

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Jul 11, 2007

A sermon preached for a good member and a fellow outdoorsman.

Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, through your Holy Spirit, open our hearts and minds to your Word, granting us a renewed and strengthened faith, that we might find comfort in your grace, and hope for the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:42-44

Denomination: Lutheran

Grace At Work 14 - Pastor Teacher Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Feb 16, 2013

Why combine the two terms, pastor and teacher into one category? What is the primary roll of the pastor and how is it to be accomplished? The Bible details high standards for those who would be elders or overseers in the church, who can meet these stand

Dakota Community Church February 17, 2013 Grace at Work - 14 Pastor Teacher The fourth and final gift listed in our passage is the gift of pastor-teacher. Ephesians 4:11-13 11 It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-13

Denomination: Mennonite

Your Heart’s Road Is More Important Than The Henday

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Dec 4, 2011

Your Heart’s Road Is More Important than the Henday (a highway located in Edmonton, AB) 1) It cost more to build. 2) It leads to a better destination. 3) Keep it well maintained!

Motorists travelling around Edmonton now have access to 21 more kilometres of free-flowing road thanks to the recent completion of the northwest leg of Anthony Henday Drive. Construction began three years ago and cost $1.42 billion. That’s over $67.6 million per kilometer, $67,600 per meter, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

"Christ Alone" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Oct 2, 2017

500 years ago the church was adding to the meaning of salvation. In this message we see exactly what it takes to know God. The answer is Christ Alone.

NAIL IT DOWN “In Christ Alone” 1 Timothy 2:1-6 So let’s go back to school for a moment and pretend it’s test time. Remember there are a variety of tests that the teacher can decide to give you. Essay. True false. Fill in the blank. Another way is multiple-choice. The answer could be (a). Could be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Marriage Works

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Aug 30, 2015

Marriage works because God designed it and Christ inspires it.

Have you ever seen products like these for sale? A watering can with a spout that curves in on itself? A chair that feels like it wants to push you off of it? A cereal bowl with a hole in the bottom? And a drinking glass that is sure to cause a mess down one’s shirt front? No, you’ve ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Lutheran

The Perfect Promise

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 6, 2021

Jesus promised forgiveness in general to all who had a part in His crucifixion, but to the dying thief next to Him He made a very personal and precise promise that can be claimed by all who will, like this thief, turn to Jesus in faith.

Jonathan Swift made the well known statement, "Promises and pie crust are made to be broken." This attitude has prevailed through much of history, and the result has been that many have been rich in promises, but poor in performance. Many centuries ago Ovid suggested that men ought to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:43

The Perfect Promise Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 26, 2021

This was a personal promise to this man that on this very day that he would die he would enter into the perfect life.

Jonathan Swift made the well known statement, "Promises and pie crust are made to be broken." This attitude has prevailed through much of history, and the result has been that many have been rich in promises, but poor in performance. Many centuries ago Ovid suggested that men ought ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:43

What About The Kjv Bible?

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jun 22, 2019

Last week we had someone come into our Wednesday evening gathering making forceful statements about the KJV Bible and other Bibles as well. This is an attempt to help our people understand where the KJV came from and where it stands among other Bibles.

What About the KJV Bible? Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … 2 Timothy 4:3-4 “The time will come when men will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ears ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9-16, 1 Corinthians 6:11-13, Ephesians 2:10, Matthew 6:16, Isaiah 58:1-6, Acts 13:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Ministry Is Not Meant To Be A One-Man Show

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Aug 28, 2019

Do you need help? We rarely like to think that we do. How did Moses respond when someone said that he looked like he needed some help. Moses’ example is a great reminder of the help that God provides for us in those whom God has placed around us in our church to carry out the ministry together.

“Do you need some help?” When someone asks you that question, what is your natural reaction? I think that our natural response might be a bit defensive, “No. I’ve got it. I’m fine” whether we really are or not. Why is that? There is a little part of us that doesn’t want to admit that we need ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:13-27

Denomination: Lutheran

Point Them To Jesus

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Apr 22, 2020

Churches easily get struck in a rut and decline. John the Baptist serves as a model for vital ministry: focus on Jesus above all else.

Last week we started looking at the ministry of John the Baptist. He was a prophet. He cared for the spiritual health of his nation with all of his heart. He saw clearly what needed to be done and he spoke out what people needed to hear, boldly, without any sugar coating. His boldness was what ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:15-18

Why We Don't Understand Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 12, 2019

We can know all the truth we need to know to live for God.

A. INTRODUCTION: WHY WE DON’T UNDERSTAND 1. Because we are mentally limited. We don’t understand all things. “He that walketh in darkness knoweth not whither he goeth” (John 12:35, KJV). 2. Because we are spiritually blinded. “The god of this world hath blinded the (spiritual) minds” ...read more

Scripture: John 12:35, 2 Corinthians 4:4, Isaiah 55:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Road Work Is Finally Finished

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 1, 2009

Neither grief nor guilt are productive, take us anywhere. The Cross is God’s signpost that will put an end to our continuing struggles with both.

Just a few days ago we celebrated, if that’s the right word, the thirtieth anniversary of something we all love to hate. Imagine observing the anniversary of something that has cost us dearly in dollars and also in blood and tears. Something we cannot live without, but sometimes wonder if we can ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist