Sermons on Twelve Stones:

Leaders & Martyrs Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Oct 11, 2013

For the first few chapters of Acts we have heard about the beginnings and growth of the early church in Jerusalem after Pentecost. Now we start to see some of the growing pains and the spread of the church over the next several chapters.

Alistair Begg, one of my favourite preachers who spoke daily in Chicago when I was there in May, shared a story from a pastor’s conference he held at his church last year. The theme of the conference was, from our passage today, “we will devote ourselves to the preaching of the word and ...read more

Stoneface

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 25, 2013

Jesus sets His face like flint to go to Jerusalem to die for us. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

Stoneface John 12:1a http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/stoneface.html We're halfway through John's Gospel, but in the narrative, we are actually at the end of Jesus' public ministry, and everything we read from this point forward describe the events of just about the last week before the cross. All ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Claims To Be Equal With God

Contributed by Matthew Rings on Oct 18, 2012

Jesus claimed to be equal with God in John and this sermon is one that is interactive and creative to engage the audience and draw them deeper. I put together a power point keynote presentation, handouts and a mini devotional for the week after the teach

John 5:16-47 (Order some foam fake stones for this visual illustration) Good evening, My name is Matthew Rings I have been in youth ministry for 19 years now and I’m used to speaking to teenagers, so if I say anything blasphemous I want you to feel free to stone me. Deal? Ok, before we read the ...read more

Scripture: John 5:16-47

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Not Just Another Brick In The Wall

Contributed by Daniel Habben on May 23, 2011

1) Christ is the cornerstone of God’s temple 2) Christians are living stones in God’s temple

In the late ‘70’s, the rock band, Pink Floyd came out with a hit song that school kids loved. The chorus, which was sung by a school choir, went like this: “We don’t need no education. We don’t need no thought control…Hey teacher! Leave those kids alone...All and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Choosing The Right Path

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 28, 2023

To build a life of significance is not found in earthly relationships, amassing wealth, or good health but in faith in a risen Savior. We all stand at the crossroads to either believe in Jesus and be granted adoption into His family or reject Him and forever spend eternity in hell.

Choosing the Right Path 1 Peter 2:4-10 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 t seems like all our lives we are trying to build something. Some fueled by their longing to connect, love, and receive love from others, are motivated to actively build meaningful ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

Jacob-A Man On A Journey Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Feb 17, 2022

Jacob was a man on the run, after leaving his home and family. He stopped for the night to sleep, and during that night, he received the strangest dream of his life. His journey was not over, in any way, shape, or form!

Introduction: there was trouble in the camp. Jacob had tricked his father, Isaac, into receiving the paternal blessing Isaac wanted to give Esau, Jacob’s twin (and older) brother (Genesis 27). Even worse, their mother, Rebekah, had helped Jacob in this deception! Even before this, some years ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

From The Frying Pan To The Fire Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Oct 11, 2016

The Patriarchs From the Frying Pan to the Fire Genesis 32-33 Grace is not getting what we deserve and instead getting what we do not deserve.

The Patriarchs From the Frying Pan to the Fire Genesis 32-33 David Taylor September 19, 2016 We are in the midst of our series, “The Patriarchs,” and now looking at the life of Jacob. We have seen that the Patriarchs are just like the rest of us, morally frail and sinful, yet trophies ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

56. The Holy Spirit - Builder Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 10, 2018

The Holy Spirit is building a temple constructed of God's people, “living stone” by “living stone” to be God’s dwelling place.

IN GOD'S IMAGE 56 - THE HOLY SPIRIT - BUILDER This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with God ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:4-9, Genesis 9:1, 2 Corinthians 3:2-3, Jeremiah 31:33, Ephesians 2:19-22, 1 Peter 2:4-5, Matthew 23:23, Acts 2:4-6, Ephesians 2:21-22, Hebrews 8:7-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

The Heart Of The Matter Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 19, 2023

Message 6 in a series through James that helps us explore the relationship between faith and works in our lives. James was the half-brother of Jesus and the leader of the church in Jerusalem.

James—Faith & Works Message 6 The Heart of the Matter Text: I think everyone would agree this morning that words matter. And no one probably thinks more about word choice then those who work in marketing. But sometimes, despite their experience and expertise, even marketing professionals miss ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Needless Worry? Ask A Dumb Question?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 6, 2023

The cross is the end of the beginning. Then the cross is the beginning of the end. Three women discuss: WHO WILL ROLL THE STONE AWAY?

NEEDLESS WORRY… ASK A DUMB QUESTION? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) THE CROSS IS THE END OF THE BEGINNING… THEN THE CROSS ESTABLISHES THE BEGINNING OF THE END… Our concerns, doubts, fears, worry, anxiety --- can cause physical and spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:3, Matthew 27:63-65, Luke 24:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Chief Cornerstone

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Apr 5, 2025

Jesus is the Chief Cornerstone. Chosen by God, He is the perfect cornerstone on which to build our lives upon.

The Cornerstone 1 Peter 2:1-10 Intro. In this passage, Peter tells us how we can have a live of strength and stability It comes down to whom we build our life upon. It refers to Jesus as a “living stone” - I kind of doesn’t make sense. - We don’t think of stones as “living” - He ...read more

Scripture: Job 38:4-6, Psalm 118:21-23, Isaiah 28:16, Matthew 12:10, Acts 4:8-12, 1 Peter 2:1-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

" It Is The Lord's Doing, And It Is Marvelous In Our Eyes!"

Contributed by Abimbola Salu on Nov 26, 2025

Human beings love miracles!

Human beings love miracles! They stand in awe of the Creator when he does the “ impossible”. When miracles happen and seemingly impossible situations manifests , it transforms peoples and nations, causing them to believe in the higher power of God. It reminds them of their humanity and the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:22-24, John 1:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Disciple Remembers What's Most Important (Memorial Day 2021) Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on May 31, 2021

God calls us to remember what's most important.

Discipleship Matters These Stones (Memorial Day 2021) Joshua 3-4 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 5-30-2021 The Wall Today we remember. We remember the more than 1.1 million men and women who have died in wartime (and 2.8 million wounded and missing) from the Revolutionary War ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Twelve Tribes Of Israel Part 3 Levi, Benjamin, Joseph, Manasseh Ephraim Series

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Nov 6, 2011

Detailed individial look at each of the twelve tribes of Israel. With focus on the unique name and mission as a tribe fullfilling God’s plan.

The Twelve Tribes of Israel (Part 3) Levi, Benjamin, Joseph, (Manasseh, Ephraim) “And Jacob called unto his sons, and said, Gather yourselves together, that I may tell you that which shall befall you in the last days.” (Genesis 49:1) Intro: We continue to look at the sermon series titled “The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wrapping Up God's Miraculous Work Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 3, 2024

A leader must stand firm as well as minister, preach, and pray.

“Joshua and the people got up early in the morning and set out for the Jordan … then officers reminded the people … ‘When you see the Ark of the Covenant …. go quickly over the Jordan … stay about 3,000 feet away ... you have not come this way before’ … Joshua said to the people, ‘Sanctify ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist