Sermons on Templeton Prize:

Run Baby Run

Contributed by John Putty on Apr 14, 2011

Sermon on the perseverance of the saints

RUN BABY RUN! Heb 12:1-2(KJV) 1 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, 2 Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Church That Jesus Built

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Apr 30, 2016

We need to be sure our church baised on Jesus Christ

THE CHURCH THAT JESUS BUILT Matthew 16: 18 And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. When believers face the fact the church is the body bride and building of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Baptist

Open The Doors Of The Church Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 29, 2014

Jesus enjoins us to do the will of the Father, but learning how to do God's will is a lifelong journey.

Thursday of the 1st Week in Advent Joy of the Gospel When I read this passage from the great prophet of Advent, the Hebrew priest Isaiah, my memory goes back almost ten years to our pilgrimage to the Holy Land. Both the Old and New Testaments contain a recurring theme, one we see most perfectly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-27

Denomination: Catholic

The Oak Tree Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 22, 2024

The second in the Lenten series. This week's focus is on the promises of God

February 21, 2024 Hope Lutheran Church Series: If Trees Could Talk" Genesis 13:14-18; Isaiah 61:1-3 The Oak Tree Good evening, friendly humans. I was very honored when your pastor contacted me and asked if I would be a guest presenter during your Lenten midweek services. Thank you for ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:14-18, Isaiah 61:1-3

Denomination: Lutheran

Legalism Or Faith

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 22, 2023

Do we rely on things of the flesh like circumcision, rest days, tongues, wealth and health? Do we rely on Christ?

Did Paul use strong terms for those who promoted a variety of legalism? So then, my brothers and sisters, be glad in the Lord. It’s no trouble for me to repeat the same things to you because they will help keep you on track. Watch out for the “dogs.” Watch out for people who do evil things. Watch ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Promise Ever Given Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Dec 25, 2024

The greatest gift was given to us by a God who has never given up ON us! In this, we must see, know, and remember who He is every day of our lives.

2024 Christmas Series – Part 5 Sermon 5 – The Greatest Promise Ever Given Luke 2:16-21 Introduction - James 1:17-18 says, “Whatever is good and perfect is a gift coming down to us from God our Father, who created all the lights in the heavens. He never changes or casts a shifting shadow. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:16-21, John 3:16, Hebrews 13:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Enoch - Watcher Looking For God Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 5, 2024

It is possible to enjoy close intimacy with God in a world with its sinful environment.

“So all the days of Enoch were three hundred and sixty-five years. And Enoch walked with God; and he was not, for God took him” (Genesis 5:23-24). “By faith Enoch was taken away so that he did not see death, and was not found, because God had taken him; for before he was taken he had this ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:23-24, Hebrews 11:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

God's Greatest Trophy Of Grace

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 21, 2023

Paul was God's greatest trophy of grace. He consider himself the chiefest of sinners. If God could shed His grace on Paul than His grace is for all.

I doubt if any would question the statement that Paul was the greatest Christian of all time. More than any other person, he reflects the mind of Christ. The scope and effectiveness of his writings and labors for Christ are almost beyond description. Other than Jesus Himself, no other person has ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:20-24

Denomination: Baptist

At The Time Of Death Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Apr 25, 2024

Death is a hard thing to accept and even harder to understand. Especially the death of a young child.

I. Death is a hard thing to accept and even harder to understand. Especially the death of such a young child as Robbie. Why? Psalm 127:3-5, Because our children are a gift from God. Happy is the home with children. Psalm 116:15, but also it is a precious sight at the time of death. 1. The word ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Remember Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Aug 22, 2021

As we participate in Communion we are called to remember.

10.07.2017 One of the dangers we face as Christians is how easily we forget. That’s why, throughout the Bible, God calls His people to remember. • Deuteronomy 7:17-18 - "If you should say in your heart, 'These nations are greater than I; how can I dispossess them?' 18 you shall ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-19, Deuteronomy 7:17-18, Psalm 105:5

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Are You A Disciple Or A Disappointment

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 17, 2019

What it Means To Be A Real Disciple

ARE YOU A DISCIPLE OR A DISAPPOINTMENT? LUKE 14:25-27 1. INTRO. IT GOES WITHOUT SAYING THAT NOT EVERYONE WHO WALKS THROUGH THE DOORS OF THE CHURCH, AND PERMEATE THE PEWS ARE DISCIPLES OF OUR LORD AND SAVIOR, JESUS THE CHRIST. IN FACT, THE CHURCH HAS MORE CHRISTIANS THAN DISCIPLES. THEY HAVE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

Justified By Faith Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 4, 2019

We are being justified by faith, We have Shalom with God. Justification by faith gives us three blessings according to this passage hope of sharing the glory of God, tribulations to mould our character and reconciliation with God.

Romans 5:1-11 Justified by Faith Introduction: Romans 5:1-11 weaves together themes of faith, love, hope, and glory, threading them through the Life events of Christ on the earth. “justified (dikaiothentes) by faith”. The word dikaioo means to be made just or righteous—not guilty, declared ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Don't Just Listen!

Contributed by Eric Grenier on Apr 26, 2018

We need to DO what we have HEARD!

James 1:18–25 18He chose to give birth to us by giving us His true word. And we, out of all creation, became His prized possession. 19Understand this, my dear brothers and sisters: You must all be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry. 20Human anger does not produce the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32, James 1:18-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christ’s Quiet Reign In Our Digital Age Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 17, 2025

Christ is the king who washes feet.

Title: Christ’s Quiet Reign in Our Digital Age Intro: Christ is the king who washes feet. Scripture: Luke 23:35-43 Reflection Dear Friends, In a world increasingly dominated by noise, by endless scrolling, loud opinions, and digital clutter, it feels almost radical to imagine Christ the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:35-43

Denomination: Other

"Paul's Final Thoughts." 1 Cor. Pt 17 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 26, 2008

Paul was a man who had experienced Grace and he always referred to its power in the opening of his letters and in the closing of his letters because it changed his life. Grace changed a murderer of the church to a martyr of the church.

“Paul’s - Final Thoughts” Opening Illustration: On the lighter side of life Scripture Texts: I Cor. 16:21-24: 21I, Paul, write this greeting in my own hand. 22If anyone does not love the Lord—a curse be on him. Come, O Lord! 23The grace of the Lord Jesus be with you. 24My love to all of you in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:21-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational