Sermons on Traditionalism:

Facts About Christmas

Contributed by Andy Barnard on Dec 27, 2008

The facts behind some of the traditions

Mt 13:52 He said to them, “Therefore every teacher of the law who has been instructed about the kingdom of heaven is like the owner of a house who brings out of his storeroom new treasures as well as old.” When it comes to Christmas, it isn’t just new and old but it is also a matter of good and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:52

Denomination: Pentecostal

Laid Back Ping-Pong Prayer Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 26, 2008

Spiritual growth involves playing a sort of ping-pong with God, a casual back and forth exchange between God and the believer.

Laid Back Ping-Pong Prayer (Matthew 6:7) [Note: I did not get through this entire sermon in my 30 minute time slot, so a "part two" will follow] 1. Memorial Day is an interesting holiday. 2. Wikipedia tells us this about Memorial Day: 3. "Memorial Day is a United States Federal Holiday that is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Sermon For The Affirmation Of Baptism

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Jun 11, 2008

Although preached at a different day than the Day of Pentecost, due to illness, I used the Gospel for Pentecost and believe it is a good sermon

Affirmation of Baptism, June 15, 2008 John 14: 15-17 Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, through your Son, Jesus the Christ, you revealed your Word of truth for all who come to embrace your saving grace in ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-17

Denomination: Lutheran

I'm Not Done Yet

Contributed by Keith Maynard on Apr 3, 2010

Mercy can heard through out eternity saying I'm Not Done Yet!!!!!!!!!!!!!

“I’M NOT DONE YET” MARK 16:6 • TODAY IS THE DAY WE CELEBRATE CHRIST RAISING FROM THE DEAD. • A LOT OF CHURCH TAKE THIS DAY TO HAVE THEIR COMMUNION SERVICE OR AN EASTER PLAY • IT’S A TIME OF CEREMONIES AND TRADITIONALISM • BUT THERE HAS BEEN ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:6

Denomination: Baptist

Ready And Waiting

Contributed by Steve Keeler on May 9, 2010

Waiting for Jesus return can make people grow complacent about the fact that He IS indeed coming back, and it really will be soon.

Ready and Waiting? by Steve Keeler Matthew 25:1-13 Jesus is telling a story about ten virgins who are like bridesmaids at a wedding. In order to make sense of Jesus' story, we need to understand a bit about Jewish wedding customs. Traditionally, the groom would leave from his house and travel, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ready - Or Not? #1 Series

Contributed by Michael B. Perrott on Nov 26, 2008

A SERMON FOR THE FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT Jesus says to keep watch, keep awake - to be ready and prepared. A call to put our spiritual ’house’ in order to welcome him.

Mark 13:24-37 A TIME OF CELEBRATION IS AT HAND! Yes, a time of celebration is at hand – a new year begins today! “But”, I hear you say, “hang on a sec! It isn’t January 1st, it’s November 30!” Ah, true it is, but just the same, a new year begins today! The Church’s new year, that is. Today ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Slay Giants That Keep On Coming

Contributed by Ken Harris on Dec 5, 2004

The purpose of this sermon is to TEACH the hearers HOW TO slay Giant spiritual battles that continues to come in their lives.

2 Samuel 21:15-22 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris South Post Chapel Seoul Korea BIG IDEA: No one goes through this life with ONLY ONE GIANT to SLAY. REFERENCES: Isaiah 40:31 (But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount with wings as eagles; they ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 21:15-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Commandment To Repent, Part One Series

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Sep 1, 2007

This is the first sermon in a series on the New Testmanet meaning and need for repentance. It was first preached in preparation for the congregation receiving Holy Communion.

God’s Commandment to Repent, Part One --Mark 1:14-15 I remember when I was first called to preach my pastor Eugene Black and his successor Mode Powell would often invite me to preach even while I was still in high school or when I would be home from college on a break. Those first attempts were ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-15

Denomination: Methodist

Clothed In Christ Series

Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Sep 2, 2007

Our baptism clothes us in Christ

Clothed in Christ Gal 3:23- 4:7 24th † In Jesus Name † �� Grace and peace, from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ. The youngest firefighter… His story has been pasted around the internet for several years, and so when I was given the story, to be honest, I thought it was ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Marriage Ceremony

Contributed by Bruce Allen on Jul 14, 2006

Sample Marriage Ceremony

WEDDING SERVICE Bride & Groom (Names) Date Time P. S. Baptist Church Officiating Minister (Name) * THE PROLOGUE - Hebrews 13:4a Marriage is honorable ... ­ * FAMILY & FRIENDS OF BRIDE & GROOM - We have gathered here today at the invitation of Bride and Groom in the presence of God and in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

Part 3 Breaking The Da Vinci Code - More Errors In Brown's Research Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Apr 24, 2006

Last of a 3 part series on the Da Vinci Code

PowerPoint symbols + New Slide, > Transition in, x Transition out PowerPoint Available upon request Part 3 Breaking the Da Vinci Code More Errors In Brown’s Research - Review some of last weeks points + The Pyramid outside the Louvre in Paris has exactly “666” panes of glass. (21) >Designed by ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:9

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Knows Us By Name

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on May 6, 2006

In our society, we are often known by our numbers. Jesus, the good shepherd, knows us by our name. What a difference

4th Sunday of Easter May 7, 2006 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, you sent your Son into our world, that we might come to know the truth and depth of ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Beginning To Sink

Contributed by Clay Gentry on Aug 19, 2013

The story of Peter walking on the water and beginning to sink provides excellent lessons for us to prevent us from beginning to sink in the trouble waters of life.

There are two sights in human life which fill the heart with profound sorrow. The first sight is that of a person who has sunk amid the troubled waters of life. It is the one whose once youthful face is no more because of rough, hard living. It is the person who had a good raising, who wore good ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: *other

Who Provides For Me? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 13, 2011

This is the second message in a series that takes a fresh look at Psalm twenty-three. This message examines how the Lord as our Shepherd provides for us.

The words “I shall not be in want,” “I lack nothing” or “I’ll have all that I need,” depending on your translation produce within our minds a particular picture. In fact it almost sounds as if it is providing evidence to back up the ever popular health and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Seven Last Words Of Jesus On The Cross

Contributed by Prabhakar Jacobs on May 2, 2011

This is a sermon about the last seven words or expressions that Jesus said before his death on the Cross of Calvary on Good Friday ,

There are seven words, the last seven expressions of Jesus Christ which he uttered on the Cross at Calvary (Golgotha in Hebrew according to John 19:17, meaning a place of a skull (Mark 15:22). The testimony of a dying man holds more value in the court. So the words of Christ on Calvary carry legal ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34-46, Luke 23:43, Luke 23:46

Denomination: Charismatic