Sermons on The Crown:

1 Peter 5:1-14 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 20, 2023

In today's study, Peter exhorts Pastors to carry out their God-given responsibilities faithfully and sincerely. He goes on to encourage submission and humility in the church, and to be aware of the wiles of the enemy, and finally reminding us that God will see us through any suffering we face.

For the Audio Version on YouTube, click here – https://youtu.be/CpKqfExuYbY For the Audio Version on Spotify, click here – https://open.spotify.com/episode/32bqojNlaSd5pTNHf2gfL9?si=a5a5d23b31a743d4 1 Peter 5:1-4 The elders who are among you I exhort, I who am a fellow elder and a witness of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-14, Romans 8:18, James 1:12, Ephesians 6:12, 1 Kings 19:14, 1 Kings 19:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The One Who Walks Among The Lampstands (Revelation 2-3) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Oct 26, 2025

Jesus still walks among His churches, and He still calls us to faithfulness.

He Who Walks Among the Lampstands (Revelation 2-3) Good morning. Please open your Bibles to Revelation 2. If you stayed for our lunch and learn last Sunday, you heard from Larry Hyche, who talked to parents and students about some of the defining characteristics of the different generations. And ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

30. Saul’s Death And David’s Lament Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Oct 28, 2025

In the first chapter of 2 Samuel, David receives news that King Saul — the man who tried to kill him, who obsessed over destroying him — has died. If anyone could celebrate, it would be David.

Saul’s Death and David’s Lament October 29, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 2 Samuel 1 Tonight we begin the Book of 2 Samuel, although technically nothing “new” begins here. The original Hebrew canon knew one unified scroll called Samuel. The split into 1 and 2 Samuel only ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:6

Denomination: Brethren

06 Joy In Pressing On Series

Contributed by Seth Lawson on Feb 19, 2025

Bottomline: Joy flourishes when we press on for heaven’s hope, not earthly glory.

We’ve been walking through Paul’s letter to the Philippians, exploring what it means to have defiant joy—a joy that flourishes regardless of circumstances because it is anchored in Christ. Each week, we’ve uncovered different aspects of this joy: Week 1: Joy flourishes when we share in God’s ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Good Friday

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Mar 28, 2025

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MARK 9: 31 For He was teaching His disciples and telling them, "The Son of Man is to be delivered into the hands of men, and they will kill Him; and when He has been killed, He will rise three days later." MARK 10:34 "They will mock Him and spit on Him, and scourge Him and kill Him, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:31

Denomination: Vineyard

Perseverance For Christ

Contributed by Elijah Stepp on Jul 15, 2005

Persevering for Christ - Continuing in our Christian Walk

“Perseverance for Christ” (Elijah Stepp, Jr.) Choice of opening Illustration………………. Introduction Perseverance is a term which may be over-utilized. Explaining what it takes for a team to win a game, a coach may say perseverance is required. A boss may tell employees perseverance is required ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Some Benefits Of Prophecy For 2007

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 18, 2006

Prophecy gives the hope that allows us to cope with any difficulty. We can praise God for the fact that all of the prophecies in the scripture always come to completion. (2 Pet 1:20,21) We have a sure and certain hope that the Lord is omniscient and knows

Some Benefits of Prophecy Isa 65:17 - "Look, I am creating a new heaven and a new earth - so wonderful that no one will even think about the old ones anymore. Be glad; rejoice forever in my creation! And look... And the sound of weeping and crying will be heard no more." 1. HOPE - Prophecy gives ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Is The King Of The Jews

Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Jan 2, 2002

Sermon for Christ the King Sunday

Last Sunday in End Times – Christ the King Sunday Jesus is the King of the Jews 1. He is a king that the world does not recognize 2. He is a king that takes us to paradise Sermon Text: Luke 23:35-43 The people stood watching, and the rulers even sneered at him. They said, “He saved others; let him ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:35-43

Denomination: Lutheran

Winners Worship

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 23, 2002

Why we worship as we do and what fruit it bears.

17, February 2002 Dakota Community Church The Winners Worship Introduction: 1 Cor. 9:25 Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last; but we do it to get a crown that will last forever. Ill. If you were going to a sporting event, or ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:6-9, Luke 19:37-40

Denomination: Mennonite

"Have I Been Faithful?" (1 Cor. 4:3, Nlb)

Contributed by Emil Boniog on Jan 5, 2004

As we begin the year 2004, it is good to take inventory of our Christian life. This message begins with an INVENTORY, looks at our ministry using two ILLUSTRATIONS, and concludes with an INJUNCTION for us to be faithful this new year.

“HAVE I BEEN FAITHFUL?” (1 Cor. 4:3, NLB) “Let a man so account of us, as of the ministers of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God. Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful. But with me it is a very small thing that I should be judged of you, or of man’s judgment: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Perseverance And Temptation Series

Contributed by W.bryan Jackson on Jan 31, 2004

James was one of the most influential Church leaders of the early church, lets find out why.

James 1:1-18 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: Greetings. (2) Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, (3) because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. (4) Perseverance ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

"Knowing The Hope Of His Calling" Series

Contributed by Gary Smith on Mar 22, 2003

This is the second sermon in the Prophecy Series. It seeks to explain the Hope Or Confidence We As Christians have concerning our Future & Eternity.

“Knowing The Hope Of His Calling” Pastor Gary L. Smith Text: Eph. 1:15 - 23 15 Wherefore I also, after I heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus, and love unto all the saints, 16 Cease not to give thanks for you, making mention of you in my prayers; 17 That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-4, Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Church Of God

From Broke To Oak

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Apr 12, 2006

From the Gadarine Demoniac we learn how much Jesus cared about broken people by observing his attitude and his actions. We can also learn what our own responsibilities are towards these same downtrodden folk.

FROM BROKE TO OAK (Ideas from DISCIPLESHIP MAGAZINE: Dan S. Baty “No Hopeless Cases) Castle Hills Christian Ch. 04-28-2002 Isaiah 61: 1-3; Mark 5:1-20 Scripture reading: Isaiah 61:1-3 Introduction: Although I generally take Monday’s off, I arrived at the office one recent Monday, and before I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Perfect Man Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Feb 25, 2005

As the one and only perfect man, Jesus dignified, identified with, and justified humanity.

The Perfect Man Hebrews 2 SCRIPTURE READING: Hebrews 2:5-9 INTRODUCTION: People have a lot of ideas about what a “perfect man” would be. · According to that Bowflex commercial that comes on … oh, approximately once every 10 minutes … all it takes to be the perfect man is 20 minutes, 3 days a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What We Believe: The End (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Jul 21, 2003

Discover how to prepare for the end times

We are coming to the final message in this mega-series on what our church believes. Last week, we talked about personal eschatology, or our personal end. We saw that our personal end or death is not avoidable, not natural and not final. This morning, we’ll look at cosmic eschatology or the end ...read more

Denomination: *other