Sermons on Turkey:

Irenaeus Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 30, 2022

Irenaeus was a Greek bishop noted for his role in guiding and expanding Christian communities in southern France and for the development of Christian theology by combating heresy and defining orthodoxy.

• Irenaeus c. 130 – c. 202 AD) was a Greek bishop noted for his role in guiding and expanding Christian communities in the southern regions of present-day France and, more widely, for the development of Christian theology by combating heresy and defining orthodoxy (conformity, agreement, ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Give Thanks

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 23, 2024

Paul is clearly talking about unity in the church. He is talking about the kind of harmony that should exist among those people who really love the Lord, among those people in whom the Holy Spirit is living.

Opening illustration: Our power is shut off, and suddenly we become thankful for electricity. Our garbage is not picked up, and suddenly we become thankful for the garbage collector’s weekly stop. A good friend dies, and suddenly we discover how much he meant to us. Our water becomes too polluted ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Macedonian Call

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 21, 2025

For the Sixth Sunday of Easter, Year C

The Macedonian Call Acts 16:9–15 NKJV And a vision appeared to Paul in the night. A man of Macedonia stood and pleaded with him, saying, “Come over to Macedonia and help us.” Now after he had seen the vision, immediately we sought to go to Macedonia, concluding that the Lord had called us to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:9-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Identifying Icebergs: Finding And Fixing Areas Of Personal Weakness Series

Contributed by David Deborde on Oct 17, 2001

Ways to identify and correct areas of spiritual weakness.

Identifying Icebergs: Finding and Fixing Areas of Spiritual Weakness "Examine yourselves to see if your faith is really genuine. Test yourselves. . ." - 2 Corinthians 13.5a (NLT) "Instead, let us test and examine our ways. Let us turn again in repentance to the Lord" - Lamentations 3.40 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5, Lamentations 3:40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pergamos - The Compromising Church Series

Contributed by David Blizzard on Sep 8, 2001

Outline on Rev. 2:12-17 about the church of Pergamos.

PERGAMOS THE COMPRIMISING CHURCH – REV. 2: 12-17 This is the third church of the seven that we will look at. Remember we said that the question is not what type of church are we looking for, but what type of church is God looking for. These 7 churches were actual churches and they are also ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Engage And Connect

Contributed by Andy Payne on Feb 16, 2009

Paul was accused by Jewish Christians of watering down the Christian message ... making it more appealing to Gentiles (non-Jewish Christians). Paul preached that many of the religious laws observed by the Jews for centuries did not need to be followed.

“Engage and Connect” Galatians 2:1-10 Last week: Role of Christianity in society under great pressure Influence of Christianity being eroded from our society. i.e Laws (Judeo Christian) Public places, In the name of tolerance, Christians told to yield to other beliefs Prayer (Christian ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Timothy, A Bright Shinning Star Series

Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008

Timothy was an example of a person who lived and demonstrated the Lordship of Christ in his life and character.

#19 8-05-07 Timothy, a Bright Shinning Star Text, Philippians 2:19-24 Introduction, 1) Last week’s sermon we as Christians are to shine like stars as a witness for Christ. 2) We are to be witnesses by our words, walk, and our works. 3) We are to follow the example of the brightest stars such as ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Will Fight This Philistine ? Series

Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on Aug 10, 2007

God is looking for a few good men to fight against the Philistine’s of our day. Someone who will trust God, stad firm and throw The Rock at the enemy. Who Will Fight this Philistine ? What about you ?

WHO WILL FIGHT THIS PHILISTINE #2 Philistines? Text: 1 Sam. 17: 10-11 I. Where are the Philistines? A. originally Aegean sea people (between Greece & Turkey) ie. Thessalonica, Smyrna, Ephesus B. Over 600 mi they came and settled in Cannan C. When they came they brought ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Hold Fast Series

Contributed by Pastor Duncan Shabane on May 25, 2020

the message or prophecy (Revelation 1:3) from Jesus Christ through John the disciple to the Church of Smyrna

** the message or prophecy (Revelation 1:3) from Jesus Christ through John the disciple to the Church of Smyrna __Smyrna was a seaport city about 35 miles north of Ephesus __Today it is called Izmir, Turkey __Presumably, this church was founded during Paul’s ministry in Ephesus (Acts 19:10) __ ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8

Denomination: Other

No House Like God's House Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 19, 2024

No House like God's House

Psalm 132 No House like God's House 1. David's Afflictions - 1 Lord, remember David, and all his afflictions: 2. David's Agreements - 2 how he sware unto the Lord, and vowed unto the mighty God of Jacob; 3. David's Intentions - His Resolve - 3 surely I will not come ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Abram Steps Out In Faith.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 6, 2022

Leaving all to follow Jesus.

ABRAM STEPS OUT IN FAITH. Genesis 12:1-4. Our story begins in Ur of the Chaldees, in what is now Southern Iraq, a predominantly pagan city of about 250,000 people, with a central temple to the moon god Sin. Here Abram’s father Terah was thought to have been a craftsman within the moon cult. At a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Words From The One Who Knows Us Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Christ's messages to the seven churches in Revelation reveal His intimate knowledge of us and His desire for us to be victorious in Him.

Today we're diving into the third chapter of Revelation today. It's like we're on a road trip through seven ancient cities in Asia Minor, which is now Turkey. These cities form an upside-down "U" on the map, just like an old Roman mail route. It's like we're delivering God's mail, messages from ...read more

Topics: Biblical Messages, Seven Churches, Christ's Teachings

A Day For Remembering (Thanksgiving) Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Nov 18, 2023

Thanksgiving is about looking back and being grateful for what we have been through and how God has been with us. As we remember, we celebrate and rejoice in all that God has given us.

What is your favorite part about Thanksgiving? (give time for the students to raise their hands and tell you what they love about Thanksgiving). Absolutely, Thanksgiving is a day when we stuff our faces with turkey and pumpkin pie. But, it's more than just a food fest. It's a day to remember and be ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:10-18

Topics: Gratitude, Family Gatherings, Historical Events, Traditional Meals

Die Another Day Series

Contributed by Greg Hanson on Jan 15, 2007

How far is it from Bethlehem to Calvary... Geographically, Historically, and Spiritually? Will you make that journey?

Well it’s almost here, and almost gone. By the end of the day on Wednesday it’ll be over. The presents will be opened, the turkey will have been eaten, the carols will have been sung and for all practical purposes Christmas 2002 will be but a fond memory. And yet it is only 17 weeks until we ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2

Denomination: Wesleyan

Seasoning The Season Series

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on May 11, 2005

The opeing message that kicks off a six part series on making Christ more central in our Christmas celebrations.

Seasoning the Season TEXT: Luke 2: 9-14; Hebrews 9: 1-10 Sunday, November 24,2002 I’m always confused about this service because there are two things that need to be accomplished at the same time. Advent begins next Sunday and if we are to get the most out of our Advent season, it is important ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:9-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed