Sermons on The Letter Kills:

The Tyranny Of Tradition

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 22, 2022

We must realise that we are susceptible to transforming the Faith through the introduction of our best efforts to make the Faith more meaningful.

“See to it that no one takes you captive by philosophy and empty deceit, according to human tradition, according to the elemental spirits of the world, and not according to Christ.” [1] Traditions are essential to civilisation. Societies are built around traditions which most of those living ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8

Denomination: Baptist

A Sacrificial Transformation

Contributed by Shad Comeaux on Nov 11, 2008

In our spiritual lives we must sacrifice some things in order to see spiritual change.

Have you ever had to give up something that you really, really loved? Something that had a hold on you, and you had a hold on it. I mean this was something you went to bed dreaming about, and woke up in the morning smiling at just the thought of it. Something that had been a part of your life ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Idol Of Consumerism: Smyrna Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Oct 25, 2009

The church of Smyrna receives Jesus’ unconditional applause because they made hard choices relating to faith-full-ness rather than opting for a more convenient faith.

AMERICAN IDOLS: LOOKING AT OURSELVES AND OUR LOYALTIES THROUGH THE EYES OF JESUS THE IDOL OF CONSUMERISM: SMYRNA REVELATION 2:8-11 Sermon Objective: The church of Smyrna receives Jesus’ unconditional applause because they made hard choices relating to faith-full-ness rather than shop for a more ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Circumstances Can Rob Us Of Our Joy Series

Contributed by George Mansfield on Feb 4, 2008

We must be careful to not allow circumstances to steal from us the joy that Jesus freely gives us.

SERIES: ENJOYING THE JOY OF JESUS SERMON: CIRCUMSTANCES CAN ROB US OF OUR JOY READING: PHILIPPIANS 1:3-14 INTRO: We follow Jesus who, in the shadow of Calvary, explained to his followers, “I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete.”- John 15:11. This “joy” ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wonderful News!

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Aug 2, 2006

Wonderful news for those who mourn and wonderful news for the peacemakers at a time when war rages and bereavement is a reality for many people. This short ’homily’ was used at an all-age service and aims to provide hope for people in awful situations.

For the last few weeks we have been studying St. Paul’s first letter to the Greek Church at Thessalonica. Today we begin to look at some of the teachings of Jesus which have become known as ‘The Sermon on the Mount.’ Jesus was on the side of a mountain (5:1) when he delivered this message. Now, of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

Climate Change And The Reformation Runup Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 9, 2017

Global cooling, Ockham, the Black Plague and the place of faith.

Exaltation of the Holy Cross 2017 Revolution/Reformation The miracle of the bronze serpent is one of the most remarkable of the OT stories of Moses and the Israelites. Because of their infidelity, the people were afflicted and killed by seraph serpents. They repented, and Moses set up a symbol of ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:4-9

Denomination: Catholic

Receive The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jan 6, 2012

In this brief study we will take a walk through the book of Acts highlighting some of the more significant verses and ideas presented by Luke.. I have drawn some material from "Act Normal" by Scott Wilson.

Acts Part 6- Receive the Holy Spirit Review/Recap Continue our series on the book of Acts. Scott Wilson wrote a book called- Act Normal. To paraphrase Scott Wilson- We will stand out in the world as we fit into God’s pattern for the normal Christian life. Stories of- lives of men/women we see in ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Herod, Dead Babies, And Hope Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 23, 2017

There was a time in the seventies of the last century when Catholics seemed to stand alone among the Christian churches in their condemnation of abortion. Now they often stand with us outside the abortion mills and pro-choice lectures, praying.

Feast of the Holy Innocents 2017 Reformation/Revolution I don’t think it is possible to read or hear the account of the flight into Egypt and the intentional murder of an unknown number of children by Herod dispassionately. St. Matthew, writing at least forty years after these events, is probably ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-18

Denomination: Catholic

Jerusalem- Freedom Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 30, 2023

This is the 27th Sermon in the Series "Biblical Cities- Jerusalem".

Series: Biblical Cities- Jerusalem [#27] JERUSALEM- FREEDOM Matthew 23:37 Introduction: We are continuing in our Series about the most mentioned City in the Bible- Jerusalem. Matthew 23:37 While Jesus was still in Jerusalem, He once again taught the people things that were very ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:37, John 8:31-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Ten Commandments (5 And 6) Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 6, 2021

Let's look at the 5th and 6th of the Ten Commandments, as most Protestants count them.

Let's look at the 5th and 6th of the Ten Commandments, as most Protestants count them. Honor Parents Exodus 20:12 Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be prolonged in the land which the Lord your God gives you. This is a positive commandment, proactive honoring of parents. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Be The Holy Name Of Jesus

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 31, 2024

The two texts look contradictory, but they are not, and that itself is part of the Good News.

Holy Name of Jesus 2025 Christian apologists are not people who are constantly making apologies, like some politicians. No, Christian apologia is defense of our faith. One of the recurring accusations made against the Christian Scriptures is that there are contradictions in the received texts. So, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23, Psalm 113:1-8, Philippians 2:5-11, Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Catholic

In Memory Of Christ, More Than An Ordinary Memory Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 31, 2024

The one commandment that Christians have kept, religiously, over the twenty centuries of the Church is “This is my Body. . .This is my Blood. . .do this in memory of Me.”

Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ 2024 The 20th century English priest and convert, Msgr Ronald Knox, used to say that if you go over all the commands of our Lord Jesus Christ, you find instructions for leading an exemplary Christian life, including the Ten Commandments and the rather ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 24:3-8, Hebrews 9:11-15, Mark 14:12-16, Mark 14:22-26

Denomination: Catholic

The Expedience Of Jesus' Departure.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 26, 2023

Jesus had to remind them not to be borne down by overmuch sorrow

THE EXPEDIENCE OF JESUS’ DEPARTURE. John 16:1-7. In the previous chapter, Jesus did not hold back from His eleven remaining disciples the reality that they must face. They would face persecutions. Jesus has forewarned them, and us, so that we might be forearmed against such things, and need not ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Conflict Management In Your Marriage Series

Contributed by David Mcclain on Jul 22, 2018

We reduce destructive marital conflict when we identify and address the source of desperation that drives it.

OPENING SENTENCE: Vaunda had an aunt who had been married for over forty years to the same man before he passed away long before her. INTRODUCTION: When they were both alive Vaunda and I would travel south to visit with them in Monterey, California and they were always very welcoming and enjoyable ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 14:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Why Are Christians So Pro Life? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Nov 11, 2024

I want to equip our church family in speaking intelligently and compassionately about abortion. I don’t have a Republican agenda here today as much as I have a kingdom of God agenda.

Today, I want to talk about the sanctity of human life and, specifically abortion. This morning, I want you to join with me in a celebration of life. There is a widespread divide regarding the issue of abortion … people are not indifferent regarding this contested issue. Even now, bringing the very ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Baptist