Sermons on Textual Critcism:

Proper Attitude And Order In The House Of God Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Apr 11, 2011

This message is designed to encourage us to live and worship in a holy manner and to submit ourselves to God's created order of all things.

Proper Attitude and Order In the House Of God 1 Timothy 2:8-15 INTRODUCTION: A. As we begin this morning let me take a couple of minutes and do a recap of where we have been 1. Paul wrote this letter to a “son in the faith” to encourage and exhort him in the ministry he had left ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Judas: The Tale Of A Traitor

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jan 17, 2020

Nobody knew Judas was going to be a traitor--except the Lord Jesus Christ.

Note: this message is structured as a "textual" message, in that the texts are structured to show the progression and true agenda of Judas Iscariot. Introduction: Can you think of anyone who is a worse influence than a traitor? A traitor, by definition, is one who pretends to be loyal to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:4-5, John 12:4-6, Matthew 26:14-16, Matthew 26:25, Matthew 27:3-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatness Of Jesus (Complete Text)

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 6, 2017

The significance of the Transfiguration: Jesus is the greatest of all!

THE GREATNESS OF JESUS. Mark 9:2-9. Peter wanted to build three temples on the Mount of Transfiguration: one for Moses, one for Elijah, and one for Jesus. The impetuous disciple was so awestruck that he did not really know what he was saying. Just in that moment a cloud covered the little group ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9, John 8:53, John 4:12, Matthew 12:6, Matthew 12:41-42, Hebrews 13:20, Hebrews 4:14, Hebrews 3:1-6, Titus 2:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lot Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Oct 25, 2024

The wickedness of the city may have caused Lot pain, but instead of being an INFLUENCER, he had become the INFLUENCEE. He had squandered his knowledge of God. His very presence in the city and his own actions say – if nothing else - “acceptance” of the swamp he had chosen.

October 26, 2024 We don’t know much about Lot. He is mentioned just 26 times in Genesis, primarily in chapters 13 and 19. We know that his father was Haran and that he joined the household of his uncle Abram and aunt Sarai after the death of his father (interestingly, it was one of Abram’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:10-13, Ezekiel 18:23, Ezekiel 18:32, Ezekiel 33:11

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

No Empty Word

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 22, 2009

The Word of God is the source of life, also giving length of days to those who walk by it.

“Moses came and recited all the words of this song in the hearing of the people, he and Joshua the son of Nun. And when Moses had finished speaking all these words to all Israel, he said to them, ‘Take to heart all the words by which I am warning you today, that you may command them to your ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:44-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Downward Spiral Of Sin

Contributed by Jeffrey Kellum on Feb 25, 2004

This sermon encourages people not to be desensitized to even the smallest deviant steps.

INTRODUCTION: It is rare that bad times fall on us without some indication they are approaching. The medical profession uses the term ‘acute’ to describe an illness that attacks suddenly and without apparent warning. Acute situations are rare, but because they come while we are not prepared the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Healing The Possessed Boy

Contributed by Phillip Wright on Aug 26, 2006

Jesus healing the possessed boy.

Healing the Possessed Boy (Do Believers Suffer from a Lack of Power?) Luke 9:37-45 Rev. Phillip A. Wright Introduction: This morning we are going to take a look at one of the passages we saw about two Christmas seasons ago. I gave a message and preached on the differences in the Lord’s usage of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:37-45

Denomination: Baptist

A Trip Down Memory Lane Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 29, 2007

We need to remember what God has done for us, and realize that He can do it again.

A Trip Down Memory Lane Text: Joshua 4:1-24 Introduction 1. Illustration: Maybe you heard about a guy named John who had a really horrible memory. One day John ran into a friend whom he had not seen in a long time. He greeted him & said, “Bill, do you remember what a bad memory I had?” Bill ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-24

Denomination: Methodist

Perspectives On Biblical Baptism

Contributed by John Gaines on Jan 26, 2006

Bible answers to seven common questions about baptism

PERSPECTIVES ON BIBLICAL BAPTISM 1. Baptism is an extremely important subject because of the connection made in the Bible between baptism and salvation. a. 1 Peter 3:21 (NASB) And corresponding to that, baptism now saves you-- not the removal of dirt from the flesh, but an appeal to God for a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Worst Imaginable Nightmare Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 15, 2008

Exposition of Acts 9:1-19 about four aspects of the conversion of the Apostle Paul

Text: Acts 9:1-19, Title: The Worst Imaginable Nightmare, Date/Place: NRBC, 1/13/08, AM A. Opening illustration: Have you heard of the best-selling book called “The Worst Case Scenario Survival Handbook.” It’s a manual, written in quite a factual tone, based on interviews with experts in a variety ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

A Jesus We Can Grab On To

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Dec 7, 2003

A pastor tells a story on himself that took place on Christmas Eve many years ago. The bishop was readying his family to go to a candlelight service over which he would preside. On the way to the church, the pastor’s son asked, “Dad, are you going to let

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: A pastor tells a story on himself that took place on Christmas Eve many years ago. The bishop was readying his family to go to a candlelight service over which he would preside. On the way to the church, the pastor’s son asked, “Dad, are you going to let us enjoy ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

The Narrow Way

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Aug 2, 2015

These are notes and sermon from Matthew 7:1 - 14. Shows the importance of using our words wisely because they have power when used in God's will.

Please the note the references of Utley of Understanding the Bible and Joyce Meyer's 365 Day Devotional Title: The Narrow Way Theme: To show that God’s way is a way of protection and security. He gave us a narrow road so that we can keep our self secure in Him. Text: Matthew 7:13 – ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-14

Denomination: Church Of God

Overcoming Depression Series

Contributed by Cameron Bottema on Jul 8, 2013

Elijah demonstrated seven of the most common symptoms of depression; God responded and with in four ways to help Elijah overcome his depression.

A friend of mine spent four years working in psychiatric wards in hospitals while he was in college and graduate school. He said the approach to the patients seemed to be the same: it would begin with medication, individual counseling and group therapy and often lead to EST (electric shock ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Friends

Doctor, Doctor, Tell Me The News Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 29, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Luke 14: 1 – 6

Luke 14: 1 – 6 Doctor, Doctor, Tell Me The News Now it happened, as He went into the house of one of the rulers of the Pharisees to eat bread on the Sabbath, that they watched Him closely. 2 And behold, there was a certain man before Him who had dropsy. 3 And Jesus, answering, spoke to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-5

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Pews And People -- Churches And Steeples. Series

Contributed by John Sears on Jan 31, 2012

A topical message. How we define church will determine what we cherish and what we are able to let go. The right definition will free us; the wrong definition will enslave us. Aimed at churches who exist to "keep the doors open."

Introduction Do you remember this finger play? Here’s the Church, Here’s the steeple, Open the doors to see all the people In years gone by, this finger play was a tool that teachers used to teach children the importance of attending church? I certainly believe that it holds value for this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Christian Church