Sermons on Silence Means Consent:

What It Means To Be Born Again

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Dec 16, 2024

This Bible study looks at what happens to the individual who has accepted Jesus as his/her Lord and Savior.

What It Means to Be Born Again (Rev. Barry Johnson and Rev. Rodney Johnson) NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians seeking to grow in their relationship ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:15-17, Genesis 1:26-28, Romans 5:12, Romans 5:18-21, John 3:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Meaning Of Jesus' Resurrection Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Feb 12, 2025

“If in Christ we have hope in this life only, we are of all people most to be pitied. But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.” (1 Corinthians 15:19-20 ESV)

The resurrection of Jesus Christ is central to the Christian faith and without the resurrection there can be no Christianity. It is significant because when Jesus rose from the dead, He proved that He was exactly who He claimed to be, the Son of God, and had accomplished what He came to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-20, Luke 6:17-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Does It Mean To Lament?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jun 3, 2025

People who are sincerely remorseful for the wrongs or transgressions that they have committed will openly show some type of emotion.

What Does It Mean to Lament? Luke 16:19-31 The Merriam-Webster online dictionary defines lament as (1) to express sorrow, mourning, or regret for often demonstratively, to mourn, to regret strongly, and (2) a crying out in grief, a wailing, dirge, elegy, complaint. It could also be said that one ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Does It Mean To Be A Christian? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Encourage believers to embrace humility and follow Jesus' example of selflessness and obedience, leading to transformed lives and relationships that glorify God.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into a passage of Scripture that has the potential to transform our lives, our relationships, and our witness to the world. It's a passage that reminds us of the incredible example of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, challenges us to embrace an ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Topics: Christ, Like

What It Means To Be Born Again PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 10, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative power and significance of being "born again" in Christ, emphasizing its centrality to Christian faith and personal renewal.

Hello, dear friends! It's wonderful to be gathered together here in the house of the Lord, isn't it? There's a certain warmth, a certain comfort that comes from being in the company of fellow believers. It's like coming home, isn't it? We're not just a congregation, we're a family, bound by a love ...read more

Scripture: John 3:3

Topics: Above

No Room For Excuses

Contributed by Tom Walker on Oct 18, 2000

The Bible says in Luke 14:18, "And they all with consent began to make excuse.

The Bible says in Luke 14:18, "And they all with consent began to make excuse." You can define an excuse as- "a plea offered for release from an obligation or a promise." Someone has said an excuse is- "the skin of a reason stuffed with a lie." The picture in Luke 14 is a great supper being ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:18, Luke 14:19-20

God Means What He Says! Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 18, 2017

God's commands are to be obeyed. We excuse disobedience at the threat of divine judgement.

“An old prophet lived in Bethel. And his sons came and told him all that the man of God had done that day in Bethel. They also told to their father the words that he had spoken to the king. And their father said to them, ‘Which way did he go?’ And his sons showed him the way that the man of God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 13:1-33

Denomination: Baptist

What Does It Mean To Be Of Little Faith?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on May 18, 2025

There is something that we should ask ourselves. Do Christians truly have enough faith in today’s society?

What Does It Mean to Be of Little Faith? Luke 12:28 There are five instances within the New Testament that speak about being “of little faith.” The online Merriam-Webster dictionary defines faith as belief and trust in and loyalty to God, something that is believed with strong conviction. So, with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Real Meaning Of Christmas (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Denis O'callaghan Ph.d. ,th.d., D.d., D. Phil. on Dec 24, 2011

The Jews tried to keep Christ contained within their law, while the Greeks sought to turn Him into a philosophy; the Romans made of Him an empire; the Europeans reduced Him to a culture, and we Americans have made a business of Him. God may thunder His co

The "Real" meaning behind Christmas (Part 3) The seven sayings of Christ on the cross are seven windows from which we are able to look into the very heart and mind of God! Gentle Readers, The Third word that Christ spoke from the cross was The Word of Affection "Now there stood by the cross ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:28-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God’s Call For Intimacy

Contributed by Michael Cariño on Apr 11, 2018

Our work, our worship, and our ministry must be an overflow of our intimacy with God. The Christian’s fruitfulness and faithfulness should come from a heart that is madly in-love with Christ.

"God’s Call for Intimacy" (Psalm 42) By Ptr Michael Cariño Have you ever felt spiritually dry? You go to church, read you bible, and pray, yet deep inside you still feel spiritually empty. You believe in Jesus, you follow Christ, and you know God yet your life is aimless and meaningless. Many ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seeing And Hearing Again

Contributed by Wayne Cordeiro on May 16, 2013

The Bible says our hearts, like that of the Pharisees, can get calloused against God. It is not intentional, but our hearts get dull. We have to recondition them and reopen our eyes to see Him afresh.

Eyes to See The Pharisees were trained and schooled to recognize God, to hear His voice and to know what God was saying. They looked for something that was so obviously close, but never saw Him. When He actually came on that Christmas, they did not even recognize Him. In fact, even when He spoke, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Two Point Conversion

Contributed by Carl Greene on Feb 16, 2009

Preached on Super Bowl Sunday 2009. Good for anytime, probably best for football season. Jesus teaches two lessons..or two points... One "Be Quiet"..Take time to listen to God... Two "Come out of him"... break free, let go, get rid of something. Somethi

Is everybody here ready for the Superbowl this evening? It’s Sunday. The Sabbath. Day of rest. The Lord’s Day. And it is SUPERBOWL SUNDAY! You know the drill. We all know the drill. This is Super Bowl Sunday, the High Holy Day for whole legions of armchair athletes. For many, this is the most ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Methodist

The Real Meaning Of Christmas (Part 5) Series

Contributed by Denis O'callaghan Ph.d. ,th.d., D.d., D. Phil. on Dec 24, 2011

God pours life into death and death into life without a drop being spilled.

The "real meaning of Christmas ( Part 5) You only go around once.......So grab for all the gusto; So says the world, but GOD has a better idea... Do all things with love. As we continue to look at the seven sayings of Jesus Christ on the cross do you now have a better picture in your mind ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Do You Hear What I Hear? (A Not So Silent Night) Series

Contributed by John Sears on Dec 31, 2013

Christmas is a noisy time of year. How do we handle the noise that surrounds Christmas?

Introduction It happens almost every year just after Christmas and New Years are over. I have what some people have labeled the post Holiday crash. When the hectic pace of the holidays gives way to silence, I crash. And truth be told the Christmas season is always hectic. There are so many ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Christian Church

Need For Speed Series

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Jan 28, 2009

We can experience God by learning to be silent.

Need for Speed January 28, 2009 What is the most thrlling, exciting thing you have ever experienced? How did it feel? How long did that feeling last? Why do we need speed? Roller Coasters: We wait an hour for a 30 sec thrill. We all have a need for excitement, thrills, but that need can ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:15-18

Denomination: Pentecostal