Sermons on Stone Rolled Away:

"Built On The Foundation Of Christ.” 1 Peter Series

Contributed by Robert Tarasiak on Sep 21, 2023

Today, we will continue to discover Apostle Peter’s first epistle regarding the description of the people of God as referenced to the Chief Cornerstone, or Head stone who is the Rock of our salvation into His eternal kingdom.

1 Peter Series Part 9 Sub Series C: Second teaching section (2:4-10). A description of the people of God Title: “Built on the Foundation of Christ.” Text: 1 Peter 2:6-8 INTRO: A home is built on a foundation. When one starts a home, after the pouring of a base of cement. One starts with the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:6-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hide And Seek School Yard Games #3 Series

Contributed by Mitchell Leonard on Apr 2, 2021

A sermon about our Savior seeking us.

Easter Sunday 4/4/21 A.M. Luke 19:1-10 Well, a few weeks ago I talked about our first School Yard Game. “Red Rover” Do you all remember that? Satan looks for the WEAK LINK in our lives. And then a couple of weeks ago I talked about the second School Yard Game. “Tag, you’re ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10, John 3:1-7, Luke 24:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Foretells His Death A Third Time Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 17, 2015

Jesus' passion prediction in Luke 18:31-34 teaches us that what happened to him was in fact a fulfillment of prophecy.

Scripture In his book Future Babble, journalist Dan Gardner explores our obsession with “experts” who claim to predict future events. Gardner relies on the work of Philip Tetlock, a professor at the University of Pennsylvania, who produced a massive 20-year analysis of 27,450 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:31-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Waiting For Blessings Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 19, 2012

Blessings come after obedience. We are blessed when we obey but we don't always see it right away.

Waiting for Blessings Haggai 2:15-19 Rev. Brian Bill 2/19/12 We all have important dates in our life. I know my birthday is coming up but I’m not telling you when because I just want to slide by this one. The date of our wedding was July 13, 1985. Beth’s birthday is marked in my ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:15-19, Haggai 2:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

A Test Of Endurance

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Jun 2, 2003

Jesus has been very busy in ministry and opposition is becoming stronger against him. He needed to withdraw. Jesus is tired, away from home, among non-Jewish people, one of which was a woman who had very little to offer to Him, but who wouldn’t go away.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: Have you ever been frustrated by a test or an exam that was unclear or needlessly confusing? I have and I am reminded of a story that I read this week in this regard. A guy was taking a class in ornithology (ôr´nə-thŏlʹə-jē), the study of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

The Third Temple

Contributed by James May on Aug 20, 2006

While Israel and world awaits the building of the Third Temple we must realize that the true temple is a spiritual house that each of those who are born again are living stones that make up the House of God.

THE THIRD TEMPLE By Pastor Jim May 1 Peter 2:5-10 We are living in a time when all of those who are waiting for the coming of the Lord are watching the events of this world and wondering just how close we are to that day when we shall all be caught up together to meet the Lord in the air. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:5-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When That Which Is Perfect Comes Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jan 12, 2021

To establish that: When that which “is perfect” came; then, that which was “in part” was done away (put away). This lesson affirms that the perfect has come and refutes the notion that “the perfect” here promised refers to the “Second Advent of Christ.”

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. When That Which Is Perfect Comes Remarks. 1. In this lesson today, we will be discussing the theme: “When that which is perfect comes.” This is the twelfth lesson in the sermon-series entitled: "Re-digging in Old Wells." There will be others bearing this title. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:8-10, 1 Corinthians 13:11-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Risen King- Easter Series

Contributed by Rob Ketterling on Apr 14, 2015

Sermon for Easter Sunday, about Jesus as the Risen King

Easter 2015 Risen King, by Pastor Rob Ketterling We are here at River Valley and at all of our campuses, seven campuses, and I'm very excited to say the number seven, as we have our new Woodbury campus launching this weekend. And we are here to remember what Jesus did over two thousand years ...read more

Scripture: John 10:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Yes He Died, And Yes He Arose!

Contributed by Steve Taylor on Apr 16, 2017

Death, what is it, and why do we fear it? We all are born in our time, and we all will die in our time. However, different religions have different viewpoints on death, but one thing we all agree upon is that death is inevitable.

Death, what is it, and why do we fear it? We all are born in our time, and we all will die in our time. However, different religions have different viewpoints on death, but one thing we all agree upon is that death is inevitable. The Buddhist believes that when a person dies, he’ll be reborn ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:7, Luke 24:1-8

Can A Genuine Believer Lose Their Salvation?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 27, 2023

This is the concept of remaining in faith. Abiding in Christ. We must hold fast to our faith, not drifting away, while also knowing that Christ holds us firm, and we do not need to fear the Father losing his hold on us. This sacred balance is a difficult one.

Once an unbeliever has given their life to Christ, been regenerated by the Holy Spirit, reborn of Christ, and placed into the kingdom of God, can such a person fall away, and lose their salvation? This question is so incredibly important. It goes to the very core of the gospel: How does it ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5-6, 1 Corinthians 15:58, Romans 11:19-22, 1 Corinthians 15:1-2, John 15:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

What Christ’s Fulfillment Means For You - Matthew 5:17-18 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 27, 2024

How do you know what parts of the Old Testament law apply to you today? Why do we still obey the law prohibiting adultery but not the laws concerning stoning certain people to death?

Matthew 5:17 "Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them. 18 I tell you the truth, until heaven and earth disappear, not the smallest letter, not the least stroke of a pen, will by any means disappear from the Law until ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-18

Angels Surround Us

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Nov 6, 2008

This message discusses angels and their functions.

Text: “The angel of the LORD encamps all around those who fear Him, and delivers them” (Psalm 34:7). How many of you really believe that angels exist? How many of you believe each one of us has a guardian angel? I believe there are many, many angels who watch over God’s children. They not only ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-8

Denomination: Christian Church

The "Empty" Promises Of Easter

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 11, 2012

The world's promises are truly empty - they are full of emptiness. But in this Easter sermon, we examine the emptiness that is full of promise. There is amazing promise in the empty cross, the empty tomb, and the empty burial cloths.

Introduction: A. The late Paul Harvey, who died in 2009, was a famous radio broadcaster for the ABC Radio Networks. 1. He broadcasted “News and Comment” on weekday mornings and mid-days, and was most famous for his The Rest of the Story segments. 2. Allow me to tell one of his true ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dirges, Grief, And Other Sad Things Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 15, 2022

In the midst of our sadness and anger and guilt and anxiety and shock which we can roll up into one word ‘grief,’ we must call on God and give our grief over to Him allowing Him to bind up our hearts with His strength and His peace.

THE VERY RELATABLE LIFE OF KING DAVID DIRGES, GRIEF, AND OTHER SAD THINGS 2 Samuel 1:1-27, Psalm 55:1-23 #kingdavid INTRODUCTION When I think about grief, three episodes in my life come to mind. First, I think about a gentleman with whom I served for over 9 year in ministry. Up until recently, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:1-23, 2 Samuel 1:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

20. David Saves Keilah (1 Samuel 23) Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Aug 27, 2025

“Why?” That tiny word rolls off our tongues with tears and trembling. Why the cancer? Why the betrayal? Why the silence of heaven when our world collapses? If you’ve ever whispered it in the dark night of the soul, you’re not alone—and you’re not unbiblical.

David Saves Keilah August 6, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 1 Samuel 23:1-17 Introduction: Why Suffering? “Why?” That tiny word rolls off our tongues with tears and trembling. Why the cancer? Why the betrayal? Why the silence of heaven when our world collapses? If you’ve ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 23:1-17

Denomination: Brethren