Sermons on St Peter Basilica:

Looking At 9/11

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Sep 6, 2011

Looking back at 9/11 and what it was that help get us through and what we need in order to continue on!

For me, serving as a soldier during 9/11 was one of the most difficult moments of my life. At the time of the attacks I was serving the United States Army at Schofield barracks, Hawaii. I can remember getting called out to P.T. earlier than normal. We had a mass formation with the post Commander. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-29

Denomination: Other

What Does It Mean To Be A Jesus Follower?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 27, 2008

The Fifth Sermon in the 2008 Summer Sermon Series God is.

(The sermon began with the Reader’s Theater piece ‘Who, Me?’ published by Carson-Dellosa Christian Publishing.) This morning I begin with a visual and active illustration of the challenge of following someone. I need two volunteers… thank you ____________ and ___________! Now, _______________, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Church Of God

Thankful? For What!? - A Communion Sermon

Contributed by Ken Pell on Oct 6, 2008

A Communion sermon designed to provoke thankfulness by sharing the Good News of God’s grace and salvation.

THANKFUL? FOR WHAT!? Mark 14:1-26 Sermon Objective: A Communion sermon designed to provoke thankfulness by sharing the Good News of God’s grace and salvation. Supporting Scripture: Exodus 12:13-27; Exodus 24:8; Jeremiah 31:31-33; John 6:35-59; INTRO: Thankful? For What!? Those were the words ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-26

Denomination: Nazarene

How Great Leaders Serve Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Oct 7, 2008

God exalts leaders who humbly serve others.

Scripture Introduction As we have seen often in this book, in John 13 Jesus again acts out a parable to teach his disciples, and with them, us. Michael Card sings, The Basin and the Towel, to capture the text in music and poetry: In an upstairs room, a parable is just about to come ...read more

Scripture: John 13:12-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Christ Factor Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 19, 2008

Hebrews 1 tells us that God had a very special message to give us. What was that message, and why do people continually reject it?

OPEN: A preacher and a member of his congregation stood by the side of the road. They were taking turns holding up a sign that said, "The End is Near! Turn around before it’s too late!" It wasn’t too long until a car drove up, the driver saw the sign, rolled down his window and yelled out: "I ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-3, Hebrews 1:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Magnifying God's Majesty Part I Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Oct 26, 2008

It has often been said, "When the outlook is bad try the up look." That is what we see here in chapter 4. There were “doors” of persecution all around, but now John sees an open door in heaven. This was not just a door into heaven; this was a doorway int

Magnifying God’s Majesty Revelation 4:1-3,5a Part I Purpose: To display Christ in His proper glory. Aim: I want the listener to have a deeper and more profound worship of Christ. INTRODUCTION: Revelation is the "Throne Book". The word throne is used 46 times in Revelation and only 15 times in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Ministry Of Marriage Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 28, 2008

When it comes to love in our lives, we need to quit focusing on our feelings and instead focus on the mission. There are times in every relationship where you’re going to feel high levels of passionate love for one another. But there are also times when y

The Ministry of Christian Marriage Joshua 24:14-15 and Colossians 3:12-17 Les and Leslie Parrott tell the story of Jennifer and Michael. After graduating from college, they married and began their individual career pursuits- she as an account executive and he as a social worker. They had put off ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Methodist

If My People Will...give It Away Series

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Oct 28, 2008

Money is not the answer. We cannot buy spiritual power. The people of God must pray and repent for our nation to be healed. It is our responsibility.

If my people will…Give it away October 28, 2008 Money is not the Answer: We Cannot Buy What We need the Most: Spiritual Power I was at a football game and ready to eat my lunch. I have been trying to eat better, so I brought some peanuts. Peanuts are like dessert when you are trying to eat ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:14-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Having A Correct Biblical Theology Is Not Only Necessary, Its Essential! Series

Contributed by Dr. George Calhoun on Oct 30, 2008

In ever age and in every way biblical faith in Jesus Christ has come under attack.

The former talk show host Phil Donahue wrote in his best selling autobiography, “If God the Father is so all-loving, why didn’t He come down and go to Calvary! Then Jesus could have said, “This is My Father in whom I am well pleased.” How could an all-knowing, all-loving, God allow His Son to be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-36

Denomination: Baptist

The Midian Well

Contributed by Ken Durham on Nov 4, 2008

A road To Recovery from Sin

The Midian Well EXODUS CHAPTER 2 :11-25 INTRODUCTION It’s strange some time how an obscure piece of scripture hidden away in an epic story such as this can come to the aid of a sad old sinner like me but I guess at that time, the most challenging time of my Christian walk, it helped me get back on ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:11-25

The Present Kingdom - The King Has Come Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 22, 2007

Jesus comes in fulfillment of the prophecies of a new king who would restore the Kingdom of God and with the means to achieve that end.

Do you remember last week, when Roy was relating the story of Ezekiel and the valley of dry bones, how he pointed out that although much of what Ezekiel prophesied came true in the years immediately following the return from exile, it didn’t all come true. Let’s just briefly revisit the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-20

Denomination: Anglican

Walking The Tightrope Of Christian Liberty Series

Contributed by Richard Sharp on Oct 27, 2007

What is the purpose of our freedom in Christ? How does our relationship in Christ relate to our relationship with others? What struggles do we has christians have against the flesh ? against the law?

Walking the Tightrope of Christian Liberty Galathians 5:13-26 Introduction If you have ever been to the circus, you can recall the tightrope walker on the platform high above the crowd, it sometimes seemed that she could almost touch the top of the circus tent. In front of her was this silver ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-26

Denomination: Baptist

A Man You Can't Ignore

Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 3, 2007

Jesus came to seek and to save those who are lost. Jesus does not ignore people... and people cannot ignore Jesus.

Title: A Man You Can’t Ignore Text: Luke 19:1-10 Thesis: Jesus came to seek and save those who are lost. Introduction Watchers of the World Series had many opportunities to see the catchy ads for the 2008 Chevy Malibu that debuted on November 1. One of the ads shows a jogger running down a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Isaiah's Vision Of Mount Zion Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Nov 13, 2007

This sermon explores the vision of Mount Zion as it contrasted the Mount Sinai experience. Isaiah saw our experience with the presence of the LORD.

ISAIAH’S VISION OF MOUNT ZION There is nothing in all creation that is as majestic and mighty as a mountain. Sharon and I had the privilege of seeing Greece in all its mountainous glory. We had no idea that this nation was so full of mountains. Often we would see the clouds scraping the peaks of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:1-5

Denomination: Mennonite

Danger In The Water

Contributed by William Nieporte on Nov 17, 2007

First sermon at Patterson Avenue Baptist as pastor.

I want to thank you for the warm reception we have received since our arrival in Richmond. Your kindness and generosity has touched my family’s heart and made us feel at home very quickly in this great city. Many of you have commented on the fact that you have been praying for my former parish on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist