Sermons on Topical Preaching:

Preach For Free? Must Be Crazy!

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 24, 2017

People say preachers are in it for the money, but if one comes just ready to preach for free they think you are nuts. Where's the win-win? ;-)

Ever since I have been saved, I have heard that "Preachers are only in it for the money." My first pastor was driving a twelve-year-old car, raising four kids on a salary that was equal to what my father-in-law was paying in weekly taxes. Admittedly, when you look at the lifestyles of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:7-8, 1 Corinthians 9:18

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer And Preaching Reaches The World

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 24, 2022

More prayer & preaching is what will reach the world, no matter how many programs the church has to offer. This passage of scripture tells us a lot about prayer and how we, as individuals and as a church, should be doing daily.

More prayer & preaching is what will reach the world, no matter how many programs the church has to offer. This passage of scripture tells us a lot about prayer and how we, as individuals and as a church, should be doing daily. • No doubt the early church prayed for days, preached a few ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christ's Preaching: To Spirits In Prison

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Oct 9, 2018

To establish that Peter’s discussion of this great event occurred when Noah was building the Ark; during 120 years which culminated by the flood. It was Christ’s Spirit in Noah, that preached to the disobedient people refusing to obtain safety in the Ark; where Noah and his house was saved by God.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Christ Preached: Through Righteous Noah 2. Christ Preached: To the Disobedient 3. Christ Preached: To the Spirits in Prison Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing the theme: “Christ's Preaching: to spirits in prison.” This theme has encouraged many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-22, 2 Peter 2:5, Hebrews 11:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Practice What You Preach

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 24, 2019

A study in the book of 2 Chronicles 19: 1 – 11

2 Chronicles 19: 1 – 11 Practice what you preach 19 Then Jehoshaphat the king of Judah returned safely to his house in Jerusalem. 2 And Jehu the son of Hanani the seer went out to meet him, and said to King Jehoshaphat, “Should you help the wicked and love those who hate the LORD? Therefore, the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 19:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Someone Must Come Preaching

Contributed by Eric Wright on Jul 3, 2022

Jonah decided that he would rather quit the prophetic ministry than preach to such people.

Somebody’s Got To Come Preaching… Jonah 1:1-2 Now the word of the Lord came unto Jonah the son of Amittai, saying, 2 Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and cry against it; for their wickedness is come up before me. Jonah 3:1-2 And the word of the Lord came unto Jonah the second time, saying, 2 ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Commanded Us To Preach. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 4, 2024

God has ordained the preaching of the Gospel as a means of saving souls and speaking directly to our hearts.

Through the preaching of the Word, the Holy Spirit convicts us of sin, reveals the beauty of Christ, and empowers us to live a life of obedience and faith. As Paul writes in Romans 10:14-15, "How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:13-17, Colossians 1:28-29, Acts 10:42-43, James 1:22

Stand For The Truth We Preach

Contributed by Samuel M on Feb 7, 2024

Will these generation preachers stand for the truth of the Gospel they preach in their pulpits, even if it makes many enemies and leads to persecution?

“That which I have preached, I will seal with my own blood” John Rogers John Rogers was a martyr of the Reformation era (1500-1600). He was burnt at the stake. These were the last few words he spoke before being burned at the stake. He spoke the truth about the Gospel, which offended people and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:54

Preaching The Gospel Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 22, 2024

The Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20 commands us to "Go and make disciples of all nations

Why we have to preach the gospel: We have to preach the Gospel because: 1. *God commands it*: Jesus instructs us to “Go and make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19). 2. *Souls are at stake*: People without Christ are lost and destined for eternal separation from God (John 3:36). 3. *The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19, Acts 1:8, 1 Corinthians 9:16-17

I Must Preach The Gospel! Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Mar 10, 2025

Based on 1 Corinthians 9:15-23 - Challenges hearers to live a Gospel-prioritized life.

“I MUST PREACH THE GOSPEL!” 1 Cor. 9:15-23 FBCF – 3/9/25 Jon Daniels INTRO – Microscope – Binoculars – Telescope 3 different devices used to look at & focus on 3 different areas: - Microscope – up close – can see germs that can make us sick or kill us. - Binoculars – farther out – get a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

When The Light Shines, Preach Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Jul 19, 2024

The point I am trying to make is very simple; God places His people in places for His glory.

“When The Light Shines, Preach” Acts 3:9-19 When Esther was placed as a queen a plot to destroy the Jews came to light. Her uncle said in Esther 4:14 “For if thou altogether holdest thy peace at this time, then shall there enlargement and deliverance arise to the Jews from another place; but thou ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:9-19

Denomination: Baptist

Peter Preaches The Gospel To Gentiles PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 19, 2024

Explores the universal reach, equality, and barrier-breaking power of the Gospel.

Good morning, dear family of God. It is a joy to be standing here before you today, sharing the Word of God, and delving into the depths of His divine wisdom. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. Each of us, in our unique ways, are part of God’s grand tapestry of grace, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34-48

Topics: Evangelism

Mass Evangelism: Preaching To The Multitudes Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 16, 2025

Mass evangelism remains one of the most effective ways to spread the gospel. Whether through open-air preaching, large crusades, or digital outreach, preaching to multitudes has the power to bring revival, repentance, and transformation.

MASS EVANGELISM: PREACHING TO THE MULTITUDES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:14-41 "Then Peter stood up with the Eleven, raised his voice and addressed the crowd..." (Acts 2:14, NIV) Supporting Texts: Matthew 28:19-20, Mark 16:15, Luke 4:18-19, Romans 10:14-15, Jonah ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-41

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Practicing What We Preach SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

A sermon on the importance of not just hearing the Word, but actively living it out in our daily lives.

Today, we will be discussing the importance of being a doer of the Word, as mentioned in James 1:19-27. This passage emphasizes the need for action and practical application of God's teachings in our lives. It is not enough to simply hear or talk about the Word; we must actively live it out. So, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Topics: Faith, Action

What Is The Purpose Of Preaching The Cross?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Sep 8, 2025

The Lord gives us what we need to do His Will. It is not of ourselves.

What is the Purpose of Preaching the Cross? Acts 3:12-26 It is not our words, it is not our strength, nor is it our own person that has any power in the work that we do for Christ. But it is the power of God through Christ that we are enabled to do what we do and how we do it. The sermon that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:12-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lesson 17: Expound A Chapter Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 23, 2018

Expound a Bible Chapter

Lesson Goal In this lesson I want to encourage the exposition of a whole chapter or a similar larger passage of Scripture. Lesson Intro Sometimes stepping back and getting a broader view of things, provides perspective and insight that getting lost in details does not. Lesson Plan In this ...read more

Denomination: Baptist