Sermons on Stepping Out In Faith:

Fellowship Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 10, 2019

Through Jesus, we have fellowship with God and those in His family!

INTRODUCTION • PC VIDEO- Berlin Wall. • SLIDE #1 • Can you imagine living in a place where there was a dividing wall that you would be shot if you tried to get to the other side? • I cannot imagine living under such circumstances. • On June 12, 1987, when President Reagan encouraged Soviet leader ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mary's Song Series

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Dec 9, 2018

Mary reacted with praise to Elizabeth's welcome of her and the Savior within her womb. In her praise, she teaches us to praise God for: 1. Doing great things for us. 2. Giving mercy to those who fear him, and 3. Keeping his promises.

Christmas Music 1: Mary’s Song Luke 1:46-55 December 9, 2018 What is it like to be a part of God’s over-arching plan? To be used for supernatural purposes? The Christmas story begins with a young peasant girl from a backwards village. Mary was probably a teenager when she found out she was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55, 1 Samuel 2:1-10, 2 Corinthians 1:20

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Tells Date Of His Crucifixion Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 12, 2019

Here in this passage, Jesus predicts His death at the hand of the ones who should have been the first to accept him as Israel’s Messiah. It is incredible that these religious leaders perpetrated history’s greatest crime during Israel’s holiest festival.

JESUS TELLS DATE OF HIS CRUCIFIXION INTRODUCTION Life presents us with many opportunities; how we respond to them depends on what we love and what we look for in life. The Jewish leaders looked for the opportunity to destroy Jesus, while at the same time Jesus was anticipating the opportunity ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

How Will They Know God Loves Them? Series

Contributed by Darian Catron on Feb 13, 2019

How do people know that you are a Christian? What it is about you and your life when they look at you that says, "They're one of them Christ followers"? And what is your life telling them about Christianity and Christ?

INTRO: How do people know that you are a Christian? Is it by the way you live? Is it because you don’t do certain things that they do? You don’t say the same words that they do or watch the same filth or hang out with the same people? Is it because they know that you go to church on Sundays? ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-15, John 13:34-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Truth Against The Danger Of Deception

Contributed by Hannah Krista Lasco on Sep 28, 2018

A sermon for seminary students or pastors. Proclaim the truth when needed because it will keep people from away from the danger of false teachings. [for the sake of the Truth and the people]

Introduction: We are a family of six - my mom, her four daughters, and one who is a lesbian. Yes, you have heard it right. I have a lesbian sister. Maybe you have thought that, “Oh, but she is a Pastor. How does she deal with this?” Well yeah, this is one of the most challenging ministries that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Why Do We Need Grace? Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 20, 2017

Before one can appreciate grace, we need to understand the nature and consequences of sin. I want to thank Dr. Jack Cottrell for his book Thirteen Lessons on Grace. It was a helpful resource.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Last week we opened up our Amazing Grace series by looking at the Genesis of Grace. We learned that God had a plan to offer redemption to mankind when the fall happened. • This week we will focus on why we need grace. • In order to be able to able to understand WHY we need ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is True Worship? Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Nov 2, 2017

True worship is an encounter with the living God, experiencing God, Praising God, making an offering to God, expressing our love to God, reflecting our devotion to God and ascribing true worth to God.

Worship is the oldest practice in the history of mankind. There is no culture in the history which has not practiced some form of worship. We were created to worship and the essence of worship can be found in the first of the Ten Commandments: “You shall have no other gods before me.” (Exodus 20:3) ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Call To Discipleship Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 27, 2018

This is the introductory message on discipleship.

INTRODUCTION • VIDEO CLIP WE Praise Him- Facing the Giants • SLIDE #1 • What is the main thing in life? What is the main focus of the church supposed to be? • What is the most critical mission of the church and for all Christians? • Where do many churches and individual Christians focus their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Wise And Foolish Builders

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Aug 19, 2018

Simply hearing Jesus is not enough; we have to put into practice what we have heard.

MOST PEOPLE BUILD THEIR houses on the sand; I’m sure of it. Not their houses, of course. Not really. But their lives. By which I mean, most people don’t listen to Jesus when they think about what goes into living, or what ought to. When I was a kid, my dad would tell me to do something. It ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29, James 1:22-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Exposing The One World Religion

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 18, 2014

We need to take time to understand that Satan has used (and will continue to use) religion as a means of separating people. Once we do that, we will know the battle plan of the enemy and through Jesus be victorious over the enemy.

Exposing the One World Religion Revelation Part 28, Revelation 17:5-18 (Daniel 7) INTRODUCTION - Last week we began to outline the woman who sits on the beast -- Discussed her role and importance in John’s vision -- NOTE: This week is a teaching lesson vice a preaching lesson - It ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:5-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

...who Is In Heaven... Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on May 19, 2014

To what/whom was Jesus referring when He says, "...who is in heaven..." in this prayer He is teaching to His disciples? It is none other than the Sovereign Lord of all Creation!

Sermon Brief Date Written: February 12, 2014 Date Preached: February 12, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Study on the Lord’s Prayer Sermon Title: Who is in Heaven… (Sermon 3) Sermon Text: Matthew 6:9-13 [HCSB] Essence of the Text: Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Other People's Money - Pt. 1 - Sacrifice And Trust Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 22, 2014

Your neighbor attends church wanting instruction and supernatural response in every important area of life . . . relationships, direction and success, but we they don't want anyone to talk about money.

Other People's Money Pt. 1 - Sacrifice & Trust I. Introduction I have learned there are certain things that just don't go well together. Some of this I learned in school and others just by observation. Oil and water. 26 inch rims on a $500 car. Vegetables and fruit on my plate. Skinny jeans on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Invocation (Sermon Adapted From Brent Merten) Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 2, 2014

The Invocation reminds us of where we are and who we are.

How many rituals do you have? How many procedures do you follow on a regular basis? Many of you make a pot of coffee upon waking in the morning or stop at Tim Horton’s because you wouldn’t dare start your day without a caffeine hit. That’s a ritual. Brushing teeth after meals is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:16-17

Denomination: Lutheran

The Year Of Powerful Prayers 1 What If ... Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 5, 2014

If, right now, God were to answer the prayer of your heart, what would be different?

Message: WHAT IF? This morning, as usual I start with a question: The question is simply this - What if? Our theme for 2014 is The Year of Powerful Prayers or Powerful pra YERS and what if this year, what if this month, what if today, what if right now, God were to answer the prayer of your ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Son Of Man Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 12, 2014

A sermon leading up to Easter on the title "the Son of Man" (Material adapted from Dr. Johnny Pressley's Christology class; conclusion from Sermon Central's Jeff Strite sermon title: Knowing Who You're Looking At - Meeting Jesus)

Introduction: This Wednesday begins the Lent season leading up to Easter. For Lent supposed to give up something. This year let’s give up cold weather and snow. There are some who believe that the cross was not the original plan of God. The original plan was to have the Jews accept ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ