Sermons on The Contemporary Christian:

What Do You Worship?

Contributed by Bob Hunter on Jul 29, 2003

Contemporary treatment of Herod’s tragic death. Video clip suggestion, relevant illustrations, practical points of application.

"What do you worship?" Acts 12:20-25 By Pastor Bob Hunter Suggested Video Clip: "What do you worship?" Available at www.willowvideo.com Introduction: As we continue our series in Acts, I want to call your attention to rather peculiar death of King Herod the Agrippa. Now, I’m warning you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-25, Exodus 20:3

Denomination: Holiness

Deal With It? How?

Contributed by Mark Haines on Jan 13, 2001

A series of questions and narrative answers using both contemporary biography and the story of how Jesus dealt with difficulties and trials.

Text: Luke 4 Title: Deal With It? How? Topic: Christian Living Theme: Living with Difficulties & Trials Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness encouraging God’s people in my care to deal with difficulties and trials as Jesus did. Response: Individuals will commit themselves to using the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-44

Denomination: Wesleyan

Faith To Persevere

Contributed by David Mcnally on Mar 3, 2012

Jeremiah is called the 'prophet of doom' but his contemporary Habakkuk is 'a prophet of grace'. God IS in control; persevere in the faith.

Text: Habakkuk 3 verses 17-19 Sermon – The faith to persevere. Habakkuk, his name probably means ‘one who embraces or clings’ lived in Judah towards the end of Josiah’s reign (640-609BC) and his prophecies are generally dated a little before or after the battle of ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Real Abusers

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 24, 2010

Jesus warns against abusing His "little ones." The study of this saying becomes vital to the welfare of contemporary congregations.

“The disciples came to Jesus, saying, ‘Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?’ And calling to him a child, he put him in the midst of them and said, ‘Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Whoever humbles himself like this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

How Do I Become A Christian?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 24, 2021

So you've looked at the arguments for God, the Bible, and Jesus. You've decided there is enough evidence to take a reasonable leap of faith. Or you just know in your heart there is a God, something bigger than you. What's next?

So you've looked at the arguments for God, the Bible, and Jesus. You've decided there is enough evidence to take a reasonable leap of faith. Or you just know in your heart there is a God, something bigger than you. What's next? What does it mean to be a Christian, a follower of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Salvation Army

What To Do When Your Culture Is Destroying Itself [2nd Copy]

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 25, 2024

When this message was planned this past winter, services were cancelled due to a blizzard. This is a second effort that has been revised and brought up to date. How shall Christians respond as our contemporary culture self-destructs?

“Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership has righteousness with lawlessness? Or what fellowship has light with darkness? What accord has Christ with Belial? Or what portion does a believer share with an unbeliever? What agreement has the temple of God with idols? For ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A New Name Written Down In Glory Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 31, 2021

Jesus makes us a New Creation and gives us a New Name. Why does He do that, and what kind of difference can that make in our lives?

Does anybody know what the “S” in Harry S Truman stands for? NOTHING! It doesn't stand for anything. He was born with a middle initial… and that was it. The letter “S” was a compromise that his parents made to satisfy his grandfathers, whose names were Shippe and Solomon.” Several years ago, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Passing The Torch Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Jul 14, 2004

As the Olympic games loom, this is a series that draws contemporary realities and ancient modern words together to bring life transformation

On August the 13th, the Summer Olympics begin 16 jam pack days of competition at the site of the original Olympic Games, Athens, Greece. This month we have watched American athletes compete for a spot on the team in track and field and swimming and if their times carry over the Athens, we are ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Modern Day Jonah Christians

Contributed by Robert Laymance on Feb 4, 2001

The experiences of the Prophet Jonah are like some Christians in the Church today. The lessons we can learn from this message are valuable and give certain direction for the Will of God in our life.

Jonah was an established Prophet in the days of Jeroboam king of judah..2-kings.14:24-27.Jonah like many people today are remembered for what he did not do, instead of what he could have done.Many people like Jonah are called of God and obey his will. However, many are called of God and do not ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Christians, Defend Your Worldview

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Feb 9, 2001

Christianity offers what people long for, so Christians can confidently project and defend their worldview!

Christian, Defend your Worldview! February 3, 2001 Why does it seem that Christians are always having to defend themselves, in our society and always having to answer for being Christians? Why is there so much focus on people who are Christians and on making Christian people defend who they are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18, Genesis 1:26-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christians At War With Each Other!

Contributed by Steven Skinner on Feb 12, 2001

“From whence come wars and fightings among you? Come they not hence, even of your lusts that war in your members?”

READING: James 4 TEXT: “From whence come wars and fightings among you? Come they not hence, even of your lusts that war in your members?” (James 4:1) Sunshine - Not a cloud in the sky! That was, in itself, an unusual event for a Saturday afternoon in the valleys of South Wales. Most of the ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical Free

How To Respond To The Persecution Of Christians

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Realize that persecution of the Godly is a normal part of the maturing process for every Christian.

1. Realize that persecution of the Godly is a normal part of the maturing process for every Christian. Remember that God is working His will in ways that we cannot see or appreciate at the time. One old hymn says, "Must Jesus bear the cross alone and all the world go free. No there's a cross for ...read more

Scripture: John 15:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Helping Christians To Be Effective Leaders

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Caution to newly promoted executives—remember what the mamma whale told the baby whale: “When you get to the top and start letting off steam, that’s the time you’re most apt to be harpooned

HELPING CHRISTIANS ASCEND TO HIGHER LEVELS OF LEADERSHIP EFFECTIVENESS (Eph. 4:15,16) "No longer should we be like children tossed like ships to and fro between chance gusts of teaching and wavering with every changing wind of doctrine, the prey of cunning and cleverness of unscrupulous men ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ten Steps Of Christian Maturity

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Cultural, personal, or circumstantial obstacles are bound to stand in the way of anyone who wants to become mature in Christ. Yet, without maturity we cannot become all that God wants us to be. Neither can we know all that the Lord wants us to understand.

"Speaking the truth in love let us grow up into all aspects of Christ." (Eph. 4:15) THE PROBLEM OF BECOMING MATURE IN MANY ASPECTS Cultural, personal, or circumstantial obstacles are bound to stand in the way of anyone who wants to become mature in Christ. Yet, without maturity we cannot become ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Roles And Responsibilities In Christian Marriage

Contributed by Kelly Randolph on Oct 18, 2000

On July 29, 1981, one of the most highly publicized and glamorous weddings in history took place.

On July 29, 1981, one of the most highly publicized and glamorous weddings in history took place. Britain's Prince Charles married Lady Diana in a ceremony watched by an estimated audience of 750 million people worldwide. 4500 pots of fresh flowers lined the route to St. Paul's cathedral. 2500 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33, Ephesians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist