Sermons on The United States:

The Source Of Peace Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 20, 2009

Jesus had broken down the barriers between the diverse elements of the church. We have one faith, one Lord, and one baptism. From the cross flows the river of peace.

Ephesians 2:11-22 “The Source of Peace” INTRODUCTION When we think of heaven, we conjure up many images. The Jews imagine a place of feasting and celebrating. Our Teutonic and Scandinavian ancestors couldn’t quite conceive of heaven being a party place, so they pictured a place of peace that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Lutheran

The Epitaph Of Tyranny

Contributed by Spencer Miller on Mar 29, 2003

The Ultimate Defeat of Evil

An epitaph by definition is an inscription on a tombstone or monument in memory of the one buried there. For instance, Frank Sinatra’s epitaph reads,"The Best Is Yet To Come", and the Unknown Soldier’s reads, "Here rest an American Soldier known but to God"; and then there’s an anonymous ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 14:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Where Do God & Country Meet?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Oct 31, 2002

Where do God & country meet? How can we be good Christians & yet good citizens? Can we be both, or do we have to be one or the other? Do we have to sacrifice our love of God for love of country, or vice-versa?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2022) TEXT: Romans 13:1-7; 2 Chronicles 7:14; 1 Timothy 2:1-4; Philippians 3:17-21 ILL. A few years ago Dr. James Dobson began his Focus on the Family Newsletter with words as important, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7, 1 Timothy 2:1-4, Philippians 3:17-21, 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is There Absolute Truth? Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jul 13, 2020

Is there such a thing as absolute truth and how can we know?

View this sermon at: https://youtu.be/uVZnqRaL0-Q Is There Such a Thing as Absolute Truth? August 2, 2020 Pastor Brad Reaves Grace Community Church Winchester, VA Introduction A lawyer, a doctor, and a preacher went deer hunting together when along came a big buck. The three of them all shot at ...read more

Scripture: John 18:37-38, Romans 1:18-20

Denomination: Brethren

We Are Not Ignorant Of Satan’s Devices Or Schemes – Part 7 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Dec 6, 2023

We live in a corrupt world. Truth has stumbled in the street, and uprightness cannot enter. Satan permeates right through society especially in the judiciary. There is little justice any more. We look at ways Christians are penalised by Satan’s system, but evil is promoted.

WE ARE NOT IGNORANT OF SATAN’S DEVICES OR SCHEMES – PART 7 We continue this study of the schemes Satan uses to infiltrate all aspects of humanity. His influence is everywhere. We need wisdom and reliance on the Lord for the battle we are engaged in. We will examine two more of these schemes. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:18-21, Psalm 61:3, 2 Corinthians 2:11, Philippians 3:20-21, 1 Thessalonians 5:21-23, 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5, 2 Timothy 3:13, 1 Timothy 2:1-2, Isaiah 5:7, Isaiah 10:2, Isaiah 59:8, Isaiah 59:14, Isaiah 42:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Eat, Drink, And Be Merry

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Sep 18, 2007

When our wants become more important than other people’s needs, we are no longer focused on God or following Jesus. We’re following ourselves in a meaningless cycle to get more things to leave behind when we die.

Other Scripture used: Ecclesiastes 1:12-14;2:1-23 Psalm 49 Colossians 3:(5-11)12-17 In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14) There’s an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Whose Image? Whose Treasure? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 7, 2013

Who owns your money? What image shows who are money belongs to? And what image shows what belongs to God?

OPEN: Before the Civil War, about 15% of the US money in circulation was fake. At that time there were approximately 10,000 different currencies. One expert said “People had a hard enough time remembering what the different currencies were supposed to look like, let alone recognizing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Embrace Our Differences

Contributed by Jason Zahn on Sep 28, 2001

Jesus urges us to embrace our differences as Christian individuals who are gifted to serve in unique ways and yet united together around all of the teachings of our Savior.

Hope Lutheran Church - Irmo, SC Pastor Jason Zahn 4th Sunday after Epiphany - ILCW- C January 28, 2001 1 Corinthians 12:12-21,26,27 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Perhaps you’re like me. My eyes cannot stand to watch it. My ears cringe as the details are described. My mind cannot fathom ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Lutheran

Common Bonds

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 3, 2004

Christians and churches must find their common bonds through the grace of God and the work of Christ because what unites us is far stronger than what divides us

Common Bonds Ephesians 4:1-6 November 16, 2003 Morning Service Introduction How many of you have played the board game Tribond? Tribond is one of those board games that you either love or hate. The object of the game is to move all three of your pawns into the home base by answering a series of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

Identity Unity Of The New Humanity

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Feb 27, 2009

You identity will determine your activity. Your identity will also determine you destiny. If we as the church find our identity in Christ we will be united as the new creation.

Intro: For the past five weeks we have talked about our identity. Your identity will determine your destiny. If you are a child of wrath you will spend this life and the next without God. If you are in Christ you will spend this life fulfilled. If you are dead in your trespasses, purposeful ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Baptist

A Single New Humanity Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 9, 2009

We look back at what life was like before Christ. Then we look at what Christ has achieved. Then we look forward to our future united in Christ.

One of the things we love to do is to remember the past. We keep journals and photo albums, we tell stories and reminisce, all to preserve our memories. On the other hand there are some memories that we don’t want to remember. Memories of past hurts, of things we’ve done that we’re ashamed of. Some ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Anglican

A New Way Of Relating - Mutual Submission Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Dec 15, 2016

If we’re truly united with Christ then our basic approach to our relationships will be one of mutual submission, working together to do Christ’s work.

I hope you’ve picked up as we’ve gone through this letter over the last few weeks that Paul isn’t just giving us lessons in Godly behaviour. He isn’t just telling us how to live lives that will please God. Rather, he’s telling us how to live lives that’ll ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

What Does Biblical Unity Release?

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024

If we all stay united in one Spirit and one mind, God will release divine grace, spiritual growth, manifest the spiritual gifts, daily gladness and find favor.

Summary: Unity is not just for the factory and the family, but also for our fellowship and our faith! These 5 principles work every time for a church that is serious about making a difference with their faith. Unity is not just for the factory and the family, but also for our fellowship and our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:40-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Brag About Jesus, And Belonging To Him (1 Corinthians 1:10-30) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 22, 2022

Don't brag about yourself, or your leaders. Also, be united: remember you are "of Christ," and not "of your pastor."

Today, we're going to try cover the rest of 1 Corinthians 1, all at once. It's a pretty big section, so let's just dive in. 1 Corinthians 1:10: (10) Now, I urge you, brothers , by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, (in order) that the same thing you may/shall all speak, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-30

The Cosmic Reunion: God's Final Plan Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 11, 2025

This sermon unveils God's ultimate plan for history: to, at the perfect time, unite all things in heaven and on earth under the supreme headship of Jesus Christ.

Introduction I want you to think for a moment about the world we live in. Turn on the news, scroll through your social media feed, or just look around at the struggles in our own communities here in Manila. What do you see? Often, it feels like chaos. We see division, conflict, fragmentation, and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:9

Denomination: Baptist