Sermons on Torn Curtain:

Creation And Baptism PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 16, 2024

This sermon explores the continuous relevance of the gospel in our spiritual journey, from salvation to sanctification, using Jesus' baptism and wilderness experience as a guide.

Good Morning, beloved family in Christ. It's a joy to be with all of you today, gathered in the warmth of fellowship and the light of His Word. We're here, not by chance, but by divine providence, united in our love for the Lord and our desire to grow closer to Him. Today, we are going to open the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-15

Topics: First Week, Lent

When Your Dreams Fall Into The Pit Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Oct 14, 2025

Like Israel sent Joseph to his brothers because of his love and concern for his rebellious children, God sent His son Jesus out of love for a world that is lost and distant from Him because of their sin. God is concerned for both your daily and eternal welfare.

Today, we are in Genesis 37. If you remember, for 20 years Jacob went from running, to wrestling, to resolving issues with God and his brother Esau. On his journey back home to Hebron, he endured deep sorrow — the rape of his daughter, Dinah, the shame of his sons’ violent revenge, and the loss of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:12-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Houston, We Have A Problem

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 27, 2019

A study in the Gospel of Matthew 27: 27 – 66

Matthew 27: 27 – 66 Houston, we have a problem 27 Then the soldiers of the governor took Jesus into the Praetorium and gathered the whole garrison around Him. 28 And they stripped Him and put a scarlet robe on Him. 29 When they had twisted a crown of thorns, they put it on His head, and a reed in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:52

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Hear, Forgive, Heal Series

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Jan 24, 2003

Fifth installment of Revival Series influenced by Rick Atchley. This lesson describes what one receives when Revival comes.

HEAR, FORGIVE, HEAL II Chronicles 7:14 INTRODUCTION: This Fall we are studying what it means to be revived again according to the Bible. We will be studying some of the great revivals in the Bible, but right now we are studying that great verse in the Bible that tells us what we must do so that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14-141

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Resurrection Of Our Lord

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Mar 28, 2002

Matthew’s Easter Gospel is for a people who live in fear. It calls us forward into an often fearful future with Jesus going before us.

Resurrection of Our Lord Matthew 28:1-10 31 March 2002 Rev. Roger Haugen Quite a text! To read this text and to think of all we do to celebrate Easter, there has got to be more to the story than meets the eye. The story comes off a little flat. Women coming to the tomb and you wonder if they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Sars And Wars – Where Is God?

Contributed by Floyd Johnson on May 4, 2003

We are broken people - SARS and war of evidence of this. Yet God chooses to love and use broken people to spread his Word.

Intro.: I don’t know whether you read the newspaper on a regular basis? But I expect that, if not the newspaper, then the radio or the TV becomes a source about the days news. 1. Sometimes when I listen to or read the news, I feel quite discourages 2. It seems that I see daily bad news about the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-31, Romans 5:18

Denomination: Methodist

Building A Habitation For God

Contributed by Orvel Barker on Jul 12, 2003

To become a temple of praise to give glory to our creator.

1 Chronicles 28:10 "Building A Habitation For God!" 1 Chronicles 28:10 "Consider now, for the LORD has chosen you to build a house for the sanctuary; be strong, and do it." (NKJ) Intro: Throughout the Bible there are few who were selected to build a house for God. Moses the great lawgiver ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:5-9, 1 Chronicles 28:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Cost Of God's Power

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Aug 28, 2002

Every believer has the potential to be powerful if they are willing to invest their time in an intimate relationship with Christ.

The Cost of God’s Power March 2002 Matthew 25:1-12 “At that time the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. Five of them were foolish and five were wise. The foolish ones took their lamps but did not take any oil with them. The wise, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Day Of Destiny

Contributed by Brian Credille on Mar 5, 2001

In all of the thousands of days since creation, two days stand above all the rest. Let us look at a day of destiny--the day that Jesus died.

"A Day of Destiny" Matthew 27:27-54 INTRODUCTION Think of the thousands of days since creation. Is it possible that any day stands above the rest? During this time of year we celebrate two momentous days. One is the day that Jesus died. There were three major phases to this day that changed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-54

Denomination: Baptist

Three Strikes - And Out!

Contributed by Maurice Brown on Jun 19, 2001

There is no room for half-heartedness in God’s Kingdom!

INTRODUCTION A. Meet another great hero of the Old Testament - Elisha 1. This faithful man of God is about to die 2. He has fought the good fight, finished the course, kept the faith 3. As he lies dying, he thinks of the future of God’s people B. He receives a surprise ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 13:14-21, Hebrews 10:39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Things Shall Befall Me There

Contributed by Tyrone Garay on Dec 18, 2000

The foreknowledge of God is the Pro-Vision of God. Let us trust in His future preparations for our life.

What things shall befall me there Introduction: One of the greatest adventures of being a Christian is the adventure itself. The life of a Christian is very exciting because God has established great plans and purposes for you before you were even born. Example - Isaiah prohesied of a ruler 250 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:22-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Motivate People

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit gives us a genuine love for people that helps bring out their best efforts.

1. The Holy Spirit gives us a genuine love for people that helps bring out their best efforts. John wrote, "God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in him. In this way, love is made complete among us." (I John 4:16,17) Ask the Lord to help you excel in your love for people so that ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Groves Of The Mind

Contributed by Joe Farnella on Oct 18, 2000

Intro: * I would like to look seriously about Idolatry tonight.

Intro: * I would like to look seriously about Idolatry tonight. Not just the statues but more so of the ones that Christians are prone to have. * Idol 1. a. An image used as an object of worship. b. A false god. 2. One that is adored, often blindly or excessively. * Idolatry is not just the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5

Cinderella - And The King

Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Apr 2, 2001

Jesus became a Servant so that we might be transformed into His likeness. A SERMON FOR PALM SUNDAY.

Here`s a story you may have heard before! It`s about a young girl in rags, slaving away to keep thehouse clean for her step-mother and her two daughters. She cleans the grates, scrubs the floors, cleans the windows, makes up the fires, and never a word of thanks from anyone. One day the postman ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:37-40

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

When All Hell Breaks Loose, God Breaks In

Contributed by Jonathan Lucas on May 8, 2001

This sermon brings to light that no matter how terrible life may seem, God can break in and make a difference.

When All Hell Breaks Loose, God Breaks In Jonathan Lucas Text: Acts 16:16-30 Introduction: On April 20th, 1999, Cassie Bernall was a typical 17 year-old teenager, having a typical day. But with a single word she said that Tuesday, Cassie Bernall’s life and courage stirred the hearts of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-30, Acts 16:16

Denomination: Pentecostal