Sermons on Teaching Men To Preach:

Breaking Bad Rules Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 18, 2015

Jesus confronted the traditions of men in order to point men to the direction of God.

1. Mark 2.13-3.6 2. We cheer when we see Jesus confront the Pharisees and cast out the money changing Sadducees 3. We support his stand against men using their traditions to speak for God (Mark 7.6ff) 4. But wait, the religious leaders of Jesus' day aren't the only ones to fall into this trap. . . ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Cost Of The Cross.

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 24, 2010

The cost of the cross. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Matthew chapter 16 verses 21-28. Ill: • A police sergeant was lecturing to a class of cadets; • He posed for them this situation: • ‘Imagine you’re on duty when two cars smash into each other. • You are just about to go to their aid; • When ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Brethren

Why Should We Preach Good News To The Poor? - Isa. 61:1

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 21, 2002

Are we passing up some of the greatest opportunities of our lives? We are commanded to preach good news to the poor. Let us realize that the poor are people who are more than those who live in human poverty. Those who are really poor are the ones who are

Why Should We Preach Good News to the Poor? - Isa. 61:1,2 Illustration:Why people don’t witness: 1. 90% have failed in witnessing attempts in the past 2. The are biblically illiterate 3. They leave it to the professionals 4. We shouldn’t impose our faith on others Ron Hutchcraft, Wake Up ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-2, Isaiah 61:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Investment Of A Lifetime Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Jan 14, 2011

verse by verse through Acts

You know there’s all kinds of people out there trying to sell you on some investment scheme. You know the kind. All you have to do is invest in their product or invest in their stocks or invest in their marketing plan and you’ll be wealthy beyond your wildest dreams! Of course the only ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:18-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Beginning Of… Boys And Girls Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 15, 2010

God requires that we value and appreciate his goodness in making us female and male.

Scripture Introduction Matthew Henry wrote of the first woman: “She was not made out of his head to rule over him, nor out of his feet to be trampled upon by him, but out of his side to be equal with him, under his arm to be protected, and near his heart to be beloved.” That reminds me of the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Warning Signs And Types Of Men You Should Not Marry According To The Bible Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 15, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore 15 types of men you should not marry, based on biblical principles.

As a child of God, it's essential to seek wisdom and guidance when choosing a life partner. The Bible provides valuable insights and warnings about the type of people we should avoid marrying. In this sermon, we'll explore 15 types of men you should not marry, based on biblical ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:12, 2 Corinthians 4:2

God's Gift, A Baby

Contributed by Mason Davis on Jul 19, 2025

How babies are gifts from God

GOD’S GIFT OF A BABY By: C. Mason Davis A couple were about to have their first baby. I was standing just inside the door next to her husband, hearing her scream, which made him unbelievably nervous. He kept saying to me, “Oh, she’s gonna kill me for this.” She started screaming again as she was ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:2

Why Jesus Did Teach His Disciples To Not Find The Will Of God Through Consensus

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

There is a treasure you can own That’s greater than a crown or throne; This treasure is a conscience clear That brings the sweetest peace and cheer

Why Jesus Did Teach His Disciples to Not Find the Will of God Through Consensus (Mark 8:33-37) Illustration: The much-loved children’s story Pinocchio is about a wooden puppet whose nose grows long when he tells a lie. His friend Jiminy Cricket chirps, "Let your conscience be your guide." ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Happen To The Family?

Contributed by Scott Epperson on May 26, 2008

Gone are the days of Mayberry and leave it to beaver. What happend to the FAMILY?

Eph 5:16 Redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Eph 5:17 Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is. Eph 5:18 And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit; Eph 5:19 Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:16-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Duct Tape Lessons For Dads

Contributed by Walter Swaim on Jun 17, 2009

Jesus used many things to illustrate His truths. For Father’s Day we discover God’s truths for fathering from the Bible through the use of every man’s tool: duct tape.

Today is a great day for men - Father’s Day. Jesus would often use objects to get His truth into the hearts and minds of people, so they would remember it easily for long time and get the point. Fish, nets, fishing, bread, water, rivers, trees, fruit, vineyards, wooden board/pole, shepherd/sheep, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-6, Colossians 3:24

Denomination: Baptist

The Life And Words Of Christ Series

Contributed by Michael Wiley on Jan 14, 2009

An Introduction to the year long series, "Jesus Said."

The Life and Words of Christ Introduction to the series, “Jesus Said” Michael Wiley January 04, 2009 Introduction: Start of a new series that will last most of 2009—“Jesus Said” We spent 2007 in the book of Genesis, most 0f 2008 in the book of Exodus, now we break from the Old Testament to study ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Deny Ourselves? Take Up The Cross? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Sep 27, 2011

This message is the sixth in a series that deals with some of the difficult sayings of Jesus. This message examines the meaning of denying yourself and taking up your cross.

Sacrifice is a word that has the ability to send shivers down the spines of the majority of us. Of course Christians have reconciled themselves to the idea that this is a part of following Jesus. I would venture to say that our understanding of the concept of sacrifice is much different than ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rather You Are

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jul 6, 2015

In a world were the conjecture of men proclaim tolerance, Jesus proclaims, repentance. Here is a short teaching on no matter who you feel you are - you are called to repent and live for the Lord.

Rather You Are Jesus' Command Is Repentance Jesus said, "I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance." (Luke 5:32) All true born again Christians understand, "for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God..." In keeping with the key truths spoken by Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rejocing In God's Grace

Contributed by Don Baggett on Jul 26, 2008

What if there were no grace? Grace is God’s answer to our greatest need.

When I was in a previous place of service, there was a rather vocal atheist, who constantly wrote letters to the editor of the local paper, promoting his atheistic viewpoint. A lady met him, in connection with some business matter and invited him to come and have dinner with her husband and her. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Devil's Preacher Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Feb 10, 2013

The mention a second beast in Revelation chapter 13 who possesses the power to do signs and wonders and causes the world to worship the first beast and his image.

The Devil’s Preacher Rev. 13:11-18 From chapter 12 through 13 we see another trinity that the Bible clearly speaks of. This triune entity has a motive to stand against all that is of God. In Chapter 12 we see the dragon and in chapter 6 and this chapter and we learn of the antichrist, but ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:11-18

Denomination: Baptist