Sermons on Transgression Might Increase:

Church In Philadelphia

Contributed by Michael Hopkins on Nov 25, 2005

The sixth of the seven churches - what might it have to say to us today?

And so we come to the sixth of the seven letters to seven churches, the letter to the church in Philadelphia, which is of course in Asia, not the USA. What do we know about the city? Philadelphia was a strong fortress city, strategically located on the road from Rome to the east. It was a city of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Being A Fool For God

Contributed by D. Marie Hamilton on Feb 2, 2007

Following God to the point to where we might look foolish to others.

Being a Fool for God Song of Solomon 2:8-13 (New International Version) 8 Listen! My lover! Look! Here he comes, leaping across the mountains, bounding over the hills. 9 My lover is like a gazelle or a young stag. 2 Look! There he stands behind our wall, ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:8-13

Denomination: Methodist

The Way Of The Cross Pt I Series

Contributed by Samuel Stephens on Mar 8, 2009

The gift of the cross, and the way to the cross so that we might recieve the gift!

The Way of the Cross Matthew 10:38 And he that taketh not his cross, and followeth after me, is not worthy of me. Matthew 16:24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. 1 Corinthians 1:18 For the preaching ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"God's Unconditional 'yes'"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 13, 2011

Though people might let us down, God does not.

2 Corinthians 1:15-22 “God’s Unconditional ‘Yes’” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN eastridgeumc.org Whether it be in politics, business, or ministry, there have always been crooked people. But today, it seems like ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:15-22

Denomination: United Methodist

Ye Are Complete In Him

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 13, 2013

An exhortation and three warnings frame what might be another Christ hymn.

YE ARE COMPLETE IN HIM. Colossians 2:6-19. I. The Apostle Paul is concerned that the Colossians should not be “beguiled with enticing words” - or “deluded with beguiling speech” (Colossians 2:4). Our enemy is subtle as a serpent, and would lure away even ‘the very elect, if that were possible’ ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Following Jesus"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 2, 2016

Following Jesus means going places we might normally not go.

“Following Jesus” John 4:4-30, 39-42 I am in my 8th year of being Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church. That means you all have put up with me for nearly 8 years!!! I’d say, that’s amazing, and thank you. In all seriousness, there are real positive things ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-42

Denomination: United Methodist

How Many People Do Actually Try To Run Away From God? Series

Contributed by Alexander Shaw on Oct 11, 2015

Beware when you might consider it right to move in another direction!

How Far Will Some People Go at Times to Run Away From God? We come to Jonah Chapter 1 and verse 3, where, having been called by God, and having been given a very real work to do, Jonah arose, and he begins to run away from God – disobedient and reluctant. He should have gone east – ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-4

Denomination: Apostolic

The Righteous For The Unrighteous Series

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Apr 13, 2011

Jesus took our place so that we might be set free.

The Righteous for the Unrighteous April 10, 2011 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Jesus took our place so that we might be set free. Focus Passage: Matthew 27:15-26 Supplemental Passage: He made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf, so that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:15-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Morning Failure Failed

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on May 10, 2011

Christ is risen! What the "Alleluia" might mean for my broken life....

On Maundy Thursday I cocked up. I’d made my lists for Holy Week. 14 people to readings at Tuesday’s stations of the cross, 12 people to have their feet washed on Maundy Thursday, 9 people to do the Passion Gospel drama on Good Friday, 9 people to readings at Saturday’s Easter ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Anglican

Are You Just Like Elijah?

Contributed by Robert Tallent on Aug 6, 2016

You just might have more in common with Elijah then you think

Are You Just Like Elijah? James 5:17 & 18 1. He's Afraid. 1 Kings 19:3 like passions. He is just like us. basic human nature hasn't changed since the dawn of man Ps 27:1 A Psalm of David. The LORD is my light and ...read more

Scripture: James 5:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

This Holy Moment Reveals Why I Should Attend Church Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on May 31, 2023

I might need to re-think why I attend church

Introduction Holy Moments are those just God and me moments. They can occur in the privacy of your prayer closet or even in a room with a thousand people. It is that time that God gets your attention, and it is just God and you engaged in a conversation. The Bible is full of Holy Moments. We have ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Passion According To Mark.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 23, 2023

The Beloved Son was forsaken, but only for a season, that all might come in.

THE PASSION ACCORDING TO MARK. Mark 14:1-72, Mark 15:1-47. I). THE PREPARATION. Mark 14:1-11. 1. The Plot to Kill Jesus (Mark 14:1-2). The first thing that we notice as we enter into this passage is that it was the LORD who was setting the timetable for Jesus’ death. It was "the feast ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-72, Mark 15:1-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Baptized Into Christ Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Apr 8, 2025

To establish when one has been baptized into Christ, he was baptized into His death so that the body of sin might be destroyed, and he might rise to walk in a new life having been justified from sin.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Baptized into His death 2. Baptized into His burial 3. Baptized into His resurrection Introductory Remarks. 1. The apostle Paul has just concluded his discussion of the “one man Adam,” comparing him to the “one man Christ.” By Adam's one offense (disobedience), sin and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:3-7, Ephesians 2:1-10, Colossians 2:11-13, Romans 6:17-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Strength To The Weak

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 31, 2015

To prove that GOD alone can empower, enable, and increase our strength. Apart from GOD we all end up nothing and accomplishing nothing.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you strong? Yes because I'm weak. Joel 3:10 Joel 3:10 Beat your plowshares into swords, and your pruning hooks into spears; let the weak say, I am strong [a warrior]! II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that GOD alone can empower, enable, and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

"The House Of Bread Is Open”

Contributed by Sean Dees on Feb 7, 2020

There are two Sundays in a year that churches everywhere see an increase in attendance. Today being one of those days, the Sunday before Christmas and the other Easter Sunday.

There are two Sundays in a year that churches everywhere see an increase in attendance. Today being one of those days, the Sunday before Christmas and the other Easter Sunday. It is funny how people will only come to church on these days, for Christmas they come to hear a message on the birth of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 9:6, Micah 5:2