Sermons on The Just Shall Live By Faith:

Jesus Is Born In Bethlehem Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 20, 2016

In the sovereignty of God, why a stable?

A. WHERE ELSE WOULD A KING BE BORN? 1. Why did Mary and Joseph go to Bethlehem?  Commanded by Caesar. “A decree went out from Caesar Augustus . . . so all went . . . everyone to his own city” (2:1, 3).  Predicted. “But you Bethlehem . . . out ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Testimony Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 20, 2016

We are witnesses to God. God loves the witnesses.

John 1:6-8 WITNESSES Introduction The Christians use the word witnesses very often. The secular world and other religions use for the purpose of establishing the Truth. The dictionary meaning is “Individuals who provide evidence in legal proceedings before a tribunal. Persons who give ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-8

Denomination: Methodist

The Holy Spirit Comes Lesson 37 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 11, 2019

“…they were all with one accord in one place.”

A. INTRODUCTION Tarrying in prayer – there were approximately 120 praying in the Upper Room for fourteen days (Acts 1:12-14). B. SUNDAY, MAY 21 – ACTS 1:15-26 1. The Spirit did not come nor did Jesus appear to them. 2. Qualifications for apostles. a. Traveled with Jesus for baptism of John ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-47

Denomination: Baptist

Ruth And The Restorer Of Life

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 13, 2013

Boaz is the restorer of life, granting Naomi restoration and fullness. Thus does Jesus give life and hope to His own.

RUTH AND THE RESTORER OF LIFE. Ruth 4. It is beautiful to see the way that the LORD restored the broken line of the clan of Ephrathah. Naomi, whose name means Lovely, renames herself Mara, Bitterness. However, her new name never caught on: she is always called Naomi, and in the end must lift ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Progress Of The Church Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 12, 2020

Luke introduces this section by spelling out that signs and wonders had been performed by the Apostles, which were the orders of the day for Apostles ministry. Peter had become an icon of healing.

Acts 5:12-26 Progress of the Church 5:12-16 Apostles Perform Miracles 5:17-19 Apostles Persecuted for Gospel 5:20-26 Apostles Preach the Word Acts 5:12-16 Apostles Perform Miracles St Luke introduces this section ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-26

Denomination: Methodist

Christian Responsibility Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 7, 2021

Jesus came not to destroy the Law but to fulfill it. But in so doing Jesus made us not merely servants of God, but sons and daughters of God.

Homily for Monday of the 19th week in course Did the early followers of Jesus consider themselves to be Christians or Jews? The answer is that their discipleship to Jesus was, in their minds, the completion of Judaism. Jesus came not to destroy the Law but to fulfill it. But in so doing Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:22-27, Deuteronomy 10:12-22

Denomination: Catholic

Martyr Stephen Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 10, 2020

Stephen had tried to convince Sanhedrin about their graceless character and arrogant behavior. He cites examples from history as well as their ancestors' conduct towards prophets and godly but died as Martyr.

Acts 7:51-60 Revelation through Death of Deacon Stephen 7:51-53 Confrontational Preaching of Stephen 7:54, 57-58 Conditions of the Ungodly 7:55-56, 59-60 Confident of Stephen Acts 7: 51-53 Confrontational Preaching Stephen had tried to convince them about ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:51-60

Denomination: Methodist

Introduction Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 12, 2024

How extensive is the creative power of Jesus Christ?

A. WHAT IS THE KEY WORD … BETTER 1:4 – Christ – better than angels 7:19 – Bringing in of a better hope 7:22 – Surety of a better testament 8:6 – Mediator of a better covenant 9:23 – We are purified with better sacrifices 10:34 – We have in Heaven a better substance 11:16 – They desire a better ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:26, John 8:58

Denomination: Baptist

Growing In Christ Beyond Church Attendance Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 26, 2025

church attendance is essential for spiritual nourishment and community, it's possible to group up in church without truly growing in Christ.

As Christians, it's easy to get caught up in the routine of attending church services, participating in fellowship events, and engaging in spiritual discussions. However, attending church and growing in Christ are two distinct concepts. While church attendance is essential for spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20, Mark 12:31

Aaronic Priesthood Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 6, 2024

Jesus, a High Priest forever, after the order of Melchizedek, doing away with human priesthood.

A. INTRODUCTION We now enter a new section of the book. Chapters 5-7 – the subject is: Jesus, High Priest of an Everlasting Covenant, superior to the Aaronic Priesthood. Bear in mind that the Hebrews were reared in an atmosphere of smoking altars, and you can understand how welcome this ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:1-14, Hebrews 6:1-19, Hebrews 7:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Parting Councils Lesson 14 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 7, 2024

The first indication and fruit of the new life?

1. What is always presented as the first indication and fruit of the new life? Love (v. 1; cf. 1 John 2:10-11). 2. What is one important way of manifesting the love of Christ? Being gracious to others (v. 2). 3. What is another characteristic of true Christian love? Kindness to those ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5

Denomination: Baptist

The Twelve Apostles: Jesus’ Crew Of Ordinary Dudes (Matthew 10:1-4)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Feb 18, 2025

Matthew 10 begins with the names of the twelve ordinary men whom Jesus chose to be His disciples. We start with Simon Peter.

In this chapter, we are introduced to the twelve men who will carry out the message of Jesus to the nation of Israel and inevitably to the world. None of them were scholars or religious officials. They were twelve ordinary men, some of whom were fishermen by trade and probably knew each other ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-4, Mark 3:13-19, Luke 6:12-16, Acts 1:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

No Room For Hypocrisy

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 13, 2025

At the Last Judgement, all of us will need to admit to our shortcomings. No whispered secrets, no dark meetings.

Friday of the 28th Week Integral 2025 One thing we can say about the Gospel writers’ style: they were working on expensive media like parchment or papyrus, so they did not waste words. Today Luke gives us what looks like a throw-away line at first: “So many people were crowding together that they ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-8, Psalm 32:1-2, Psalm 32:5, Psalm 32:11, Luke 12:1-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Pleasing The Lord

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Sep 5, 2002

talks about the Ingredients that we need to please the Lord

Hebrews 13:18-25 Pleasing the Lord! Introduction 1. We love to try and please our boss. 2. We as humans have a natural tendency to want to please people. 3. Kids do this often with their parents. That is why you have all those pictures hanging on your refrigerator 4. Even though you might not ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:18-25

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Growing Up Is Hard To Do Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 2, 2003

This is the 7th sermon in the series "Church On The Rocks". This sermon looks at 4 things you must do in order to grow up as a Christian.

Sunday Morning January 5, 2003 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: Church On The Rocks [#7] GROWING UP IS HARD TO DO 1 Corinthians 3:1-17 Introduction: 1. Remember how it felt to be young? I still am so I don’t have to remember anything. I can remember as a child how bad I wanted to be grown up. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist