Sermons on Summit Theological:

Melchizedek – A Better King Series

Contributed by Stephen Wright on Apr 8, 2006

The author of Hebrews takes Melchizedek, a shadowy figure, and shows that he was a prototype of the Lord Jesus Christ - the true king of Righteousness

Introduction If I asked you to name the most important people in the Old Testament I doubt that Melchizedek would be on your list, much less at the top. He appeared once, in Genesis 14 and he was referred once more, in Psalm 110. You could hardly call this “top billing,” but the Holy Spirit reached ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Math Of The Cross

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 10, 2006

A sermon on the cross using basic math symbols. (Title and outline taken from Bobby K. Carden and Robert Laymance)

Sermon for 4/9/2006 The Math of the Cross Introduction: A. Scripture reading from 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 B. I did not do very well in math. It was my worst subject. Thankfully my job doesn’t have much to do with math. C. A boy age ten was doing miserably in math in public school. His parents had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Am The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Apr 12, 2006

In John 10 Jesus describes himself as the "good Shepherd" and this sermon explores what our proper response to the good Shepherd should be: 1. Follow me (vs.1-5) 2. Enter through me (vs.6-10) 3. Trust me (vs.11-12) 4. Listen to me (vs.14-16,27-30)

I AM series #3 Castle Hills Christian Ch. 07-04-04 I AM the Good Shepherd John 10 INTRODUCTION: This summer we’ve been looking at the “I AM” statements of Jesus. Jesus said “I am the bread of life” in John chapter 6. In Chapter 9 He said “I am the light of the world.” Jesus next “I am…” ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Is Not Finished With Us Yet

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Nov 15, 2003

God is not finished with us even though sin, rejection, complacency, hardships, and uncertainty have come into our lives.

God Is Not Finished with Us Yet Based on a sermon outline by Dr. Ronald Meeks. Scripture Ref: Acts 9:1-6, 19b-28; 11:25-26; 13:1-5; 23:11 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 Other Ref: The Bible Knowledge Commentary 1. Introduction a. Have you ever thrown your hands up in exasperation and said, “that’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-6, Acts 9:1

Beatitudes - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dan Neary on Sep 7, 2003

1st in a 12 week series on the Sermon on the Mount

The Beatitudes (Part 1) When we start a new series, it has been our custom to start with some context, and background, explain some big idea that will serve as a unifying them for the series, and then finally zero-in on the particulars of a certain passage. I like that approach… and, quite ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Glory In The Highest

Contributed by Robert Dovenmuehle on Mar 25, 2013

The story of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem as told by a businessman from Jerusalem who is thrust into the path of Jesus as He enters the city. A first person tale of Christ changing a life.

Grace, mercy, and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ in unity with the Holy Spirit. Let me introduce myself. My name is Yusef bar Shimon. You can call me Joseph the son of Simon. I’m a businessman in Jerusalem and I make garments from wool and linen. I want to tell ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-40

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Design For Marriage Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Apr 26, 2013

"If the Lord does not build the house, the work of the builders is useless; if the Lord does not protect the city, it does no good for the sentries to stand guard." (Psalm 127:1-2GNT).

God's design for Marriage The Bible tells us; "If the Lord does not build the house, the work of the builders is useless; if the Lord does not protect the city, it does no good for the sentries to stand guard." (Psalm 127:1-2GNT). We live in a time of massive marital discord and family ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breaking The Chain - Part I Series

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Feb 27, 2009

Lent 1: Why is it important for the Christian to be aware of Temptation? How does the Bible talk about temptation? What are the sources of temptation? How can we break the chain of events that take us from temptation to sin? (This is Part 1 of 3)

There’s an old saying, “You can’t keep the birds from flying over your head, but you can sure keep them from building a nest in your hair!” The truth behind that little aphorism – that little saying - varies depending on how it’s used. Listen to how this old guy applies it: “...temptation can be ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Lutheran

The Three R's - Reflect, Repent, Renew

Contributed by Carl Greene on Mar 7, 2009

Lent is a time for reflection of our life with Jesus. Is it all it should be? Repent of our sins, our wrong ways and Renew our commitment to Jesus. Oh, and one other thing, don’t be ashamed of Christ!

Well, here we are on the second Sunday of Lent. It is the time of year when we are called to reflect, repent and renew. This time of year is not always when we here the “feel good” messages we all like to hear…and as pastor’s are easier to preach. Still, even in these times, the times when we ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Methodist

Can You Trust The Bible And Science?

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Sep 11, 2011

This sermon dispells that idea that the Bible and Science are incompatable by demonstrating that tha bias of evolutionists against God has corrupted their discoveries.

Today, it is popular to say today “If you believe in the Bible, you are un-scientific.” This bias against Christians is most seen in three areas: Science, Education and Politics. As an example of this bias, during the Sept 8 Republican Presidential Primary Debate, Jon Huntsman accused ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:3-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Missionary God

Contributed by Timothy Cooley, Sr. on Sep 13, 2011

Ever since Adam's Fall, God has been seeking to reconcile the wanderers.

Through all the ages, the God of the Bible has been and is a missionary God! Because God created all things and all people, the message of the Bible includes every human being. From the beginning, Scripture presents the search of God, not only for Abraham or Israel, but for people from every ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26

Denomination: Holiness

Star Trek Episode 1: The Search For A Child That Revealed The Hearts Of Men

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 6, 2013

What do we learn about ourselves from the magi's search for Jesus?

OK all you Trekkies, you fans of everything Captain Kirk and Klingon, can you tell me when the first Star Trek episode aired? Was it in 1959, 1966, or 1971? If you answered 1966, you are correct - partially. 1966 was the year the crew of the Enterprise took off for the stars on prime time TV. But ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Church Divided, Denominated, Disobedient!

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jan 12, 2013

God’s word calls the church to high standards. Division and denominationalism should be unacceptable based on what the Bible clearly teaches.

What makes a certain food your favorite food? 1. You like its taste. 2. It satisfies your hunger. 3. It has all the vitamines and nutrients that you need for good health. What makes a certain church right for you? 1. You like its taste. 2. It satisfies your spiritual hunger. 3. It has all ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Man Of The Master

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Feb 10, 2013

A sermon to challenge men to be men of God.

“Men of the Master” 1Timothy 6:11-14 1 Timothy 6:11 But thou, O man of God, flee these things; and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness. First: I. He is a converted man – “…man of God…” A. His possession What ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Where Are You God When Our Nation Seems To Be Moving Away From You? Series

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Feb 17, 2013

Does God Judge a Nation? What role does the church play in our culture? What Does God's Word say about Last Days?

The Man of Lawlessness “Concerning the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ and our being gathered to him, we ask you, brothers and sisters, 2 not to become easily unsettled or alarmed by the teaching allegedly from us—whether by a prophecy or by word of mouth or by letter—asserting ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene