Sermons on The New Commandment:

When The Good News Isn't Good News

Contributed by James May on Feb 27, 2013

Ahab and Jehoshaphat sat and listened to the good news from Ahab's prophets, but their good news was bad news because it came from deceitful lips. Let us have the Spirit of discernment to know the will of God in all things and not fail to uphold the trut

When the Good News isn’t Good News By Rev. James May Good news is hard to find in the media of this world. Sensationalism, bad news, murder and mayhem are what sells papers or keeps the public tuned in to their favorite news channel. I discovered a long time ago that if I listened to too ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 18:1-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Old And New Simon Peter, And The Old And New Me

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 13, 2019

Chosen by Our Lord as what we at St. Peter’s Church called “Prince of the Apostles,” this guy had chronic, idiopathic foot-in-mouth disease.

Tuesday of Holy Week 2019 Peter the Apostle I think that early on when I heard this story, repeated in more than one Gospel, of Peter’s bravado and ultimate betrayal, I thought, “what a loser.” Chosen by Our Lord as what we at St. Peter’s Church called “Prince of the Apostles,” this guy had ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:1-6, John 13:21-38, Matthew 26:74

Denomination: Catholic

What's New About The Good News? Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Mar 15, 2020

Jesus came to show us a NEW way for sin to be forgiven; a NEW definition of belonging; and a NEW relationship to the rules. And that is some new wine that can't be poured into old wineskins.

Good morning! Please open your Bibles to Mark 2. I know I am about to date myself, but I wonder how many of you remember Paul Harvey? My mother loved listening to Paul Harvey. He would come on at noon, which was about the time we were driving back from the bowling alley (which is a whole other ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Future Destiny Of Man: The New Heavens And The New Earth Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 20, 2021

I’m not going to die, I’m going to live forever. Christ Jesus our savior has done it. So we have a future. We are the blessed ones, who need not fear death, but we get to live forever. Imagine it: To live forever.

I’m not going to die, I’m going to live forever. Christ Jesus our savior has done it. So we have a future. We are the blessed ones, who need not fear death, but we get to live forever. Imagine it: To live forever. From Isaiah 25 verses 8 and 9, God gave Isaiah a preview of the future, he said, “ ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:4, John 14:2-4, Isaiah 25:8-9

Denomination: Salvation Army

Eschatology 16 Of 16 The New Heaven And The New Earth

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 12, 2022

Today it is not unusual to hear professing Christians claim they have all kinds of visions and revelations they have received from God.

I do not doubt that many of these have received these visions and revelations they claim they have received, but knowing the life of some of these professing Christians, I do doubt that these visions and revelations came from God. Some are quick to point out that many of the New Testament Saints ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Praying For A New Perspective Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 20, 2003

While the Book of Psalms may be the most popular book in the Bible, and is most often associated with worship or songs of praise, the Psalms actually give us a very practical picture of prayer.

Praying for a New Perspective We returned this past week from the best vacation we ever had as a family. We drove out east, visiting Washington, D.C. and Williamsburg, Virginia. Colonial Williamsburg is set in 1774, complete with restored homes and fascinating exhibits by silversmiths, wig ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Revelation Of The New Self Series

Contributed by Andrew Farley on Sep 25, 2009

The third in a series of messages on the complete sufficiency of the Gospel.

The shocking and liberating revelation of the new self really happens when we can explain why we still struggle with sin. Some theologians and Christian authors have resorted to creative and often impressive mental gymnastics in their attempts to reconcile these two scriptural ideas: (1) the old ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Glory Of The New Covenant Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 15, 2010

The New Covenant is greater than the Old. The glory of the New Covenant includes the transformation that is possible through the work of the Spirit in us.

Introduction: A. As you know, transformation is big business on TV these days. 1. Our present love affair with reality shows has led to many TV programs that have to do with transformation. 2. There are home makeover programs that transform ugly rooms and deteriorating homes into something that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:7-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Holy New You

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 1, 2012

Since our time on earth is limited let's make the most of the time we have left.

A Holy New You Ephesians 5:15-17 Rev. Brian Bill 1/1/12 Several weeks ago, Bill Flick, a columnist for the Pantagraph wrote an article entitled, “Only 11 Years Later…and Life is All Different!” He pointed out that we were all wigged out as we worried about Y2K but nothing really ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

New Years Promise

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Jan 1, 2012

Go into this new year with Gods plan, Purpose, and provision.

NEW YEAR PROMISE Jeremiah 29:11-29:13 New Year’s 2012 Jeremiah 29:11 English Standard Version (ESV) 11 For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans for wholeness and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. Introduction: I read a humorous and thought provoking ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Antichrist And New Babylon Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Sep 11, 2023

Study #9: This study looks at the Antichrist’s worldly kingdom. There is further discussion on the mark of the beast and the location of the Antichrist’s headquarters. Also discussed is the One World Order or New World Order.

NOTE: This Bible study on the end times comes from the perspective of a pre-tribulation Rapture. Tonight, we are going to look at Revelation chapters 14 and 17. The last time we met, we discussed in detail “the Antichrist’s rise to power.” Tonight, we are going to discuss “the Antichrist’s ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:1-20, Revelation 17:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Day The Sabbath Ended

Contributed by Coz Von on Apr 22, 2014

Why are people so stuck on the keeping of the commandments and the Sabbath. Did they not see the verses!

The following verse explains worship in heaven - after the second coming: Isa 66:23 And it shall come to pass, that from one new moon to another, and from one sabbath to another, shall all flesh come to worship before me, saith the LORD. Jesus, while ministering to others healed people on the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Name Of God

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 1, 2012

The Name of God.

The Name of God August 26, 2007 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: The Name of God. Focus Passage: Exodus 20:7 Supplemental Passage: Mat 15:7 "You hypocrites, rightly did Isaiah prophesy of you: Mat 15:8 'THIS PEOPLE HONORS ME WITH THEIR LIPS, BUT ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Baptist

You Shall Not Take The Name Of The Lord In Vain Series

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Nov 23, 2022

There are serious consequences for breaking the third commandment and taking God’s name in vain. Why are we held guilty if we take His name in vain? What acts do we commit that amount to taking His name in vain?

Exodus 20:1–2 says, “And God spoke all these words, saying:” We need to take note that what follows is the beginning of the Ten Commandments spoken by the voice of the Lord. This is His preamble to the constitution of grace. “I am the Lord your God who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-3, Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Some Necessary News

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on May 28, 2003

Jesus prepared His disciples for the realities of following Him.

John 16:1-7 Some Necessary News INTRODUCTION The following account was recorded in a book of modern martyrs titled Jesus Freaks: "It was the 1960s in Romania. The Communist torturers came towards Pastor Florescu again, this time with red-hot iron pokers. "Who else believes as you do? Give us ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-7, 1 Peter 4:12-13

Denomination: Baptist