Sermons on Two Ways Of Life:

Preparing The Way For Christ

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 1, 2022

Is believing without repenting valid? Why did both Jesus and John the Baptist preach repent? Let’s learn why in Matthew 3:1-12.

Is believing without repenting valid? Why did both Jesus and John the Baptist preach repent? Let’s learn why in Matthew 3:1-12. Preaching & Teaching (vs 1) In those days John the Baptist came preaching in the wilderness of Judea (Matthew 3:1) In the Bible the word "preach" means ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

No Way To Treat The Pope Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 18, 2005

Why would Paul stand up to Simon Peter and correct him if he were the Pope? It is my desire to preach the Bible during the entire sermon. Please note all points and sub-points are tied to the scripture. This sermon is expository in style, you will have

THAT’S NO WAY TO TREAT A POPE! Gal. 2:10-21 NASB {11} Now when Peter had come to Antioch, I withstood him to his face, because he was to be blamed; {12} for before certain men came from James, he would eat with the Gentiles; but when they came, he withdrew and separated himself, fearing those ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:10-21

Denomination: *other

Uphill Both Ways

Contributed by Gary Waguespack on Apr 7, 2006

Holy Week for Jesus was about making 3 climbs: To the Crowd, the Cross and the Christian’s Heart.

Title: Uphill Both Ways Scripture: John 12:12-28 Illustration: Christmas pageant (I know it’s Easter). A Small church, many years ago, that was so small they only had one wiseman, had a processional, and the Wiseman started down the aisle. In the balconey a really bored little kid was ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Clearing The Way-2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 28, 2015

2 of 7. The psalmist described the means by which a young man was to cleanse his way or make his way straight in the world. One's way is to be properly maintained. But How? Clearing the Way(for Father’s Day) demands sustained..

CLEARING THE WAY—Psalm 119:9-16 The psalmist described the means by which a young man was to cleanse his way or make his way straight in the world. A young man entering adulthood &/or fatherhood can properly maintain his way in the world. How can a man(person) entering adulthood ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9-19

Denomination: Baptist

Prepare A Way For The Lord

Contributed by Angelos Y. Pomevo on Dec 8, 2024

Long ago, at many times and in many ways God speaks to us through His written words, urging us to repent of our sins and get ready for the coming back of His son Jesus Christ.

Opening … Long ago, at many times and in many ways God speaks to us through His written words, urging us to repent of our sins and get ready for the coming back of His son Jesus Christ. Today I bring my sermon title: " Prepare a way for the Lord" From three scriptures reading: Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:8-14

The Life Of John The Beloved Pt 1

Contributed by Charles La Porte on Jun 17, 2008

this two part series looks at Johns life and relates how we can begin to live as God intended thru the transforming power of the Holy Spirit

THE LIFE OF JOHN THE BELOVED (pt.1) John is the brother of James… the son of Zebedee and also known to Jesus as a son of Thunder… refers to himself as the disciple whom Jesus loved… We learned from the life of James his brother a lot of lessons from James’ consequences and yet just as we found in ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

A More Excellent Way

Contributed by Vonnie E James on Apr 30, 2007

A sermon about love-God’s Way

Intro: In many work places the customer services are very poor. It is sometimes very difficult to get through to someone without having to call back once or twice. Yet most of the staffs are educated and experience-but it seems like they lack something .Many Christians /churches are like that also, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What If?

Contributed by Duane Boehm on Oct 10, 2014

Often we wonder why God doesn't work today as in the past, well maybe we ought to look at it as a blessing God doesn't always act today as then. This sermon will point that out

What If? Romans 6:1-2 intro: In this outline we will look at the question why doesn't God work today as in the past and maybe see a blessing He doesn't always do the same thing. 1) What if God never condemned sin John 8:1-11 the people try to trap Jesus His answer is He who without sin--Maybe ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Set Your Hope In God

Contributed by Larry Grant on Feb 28, 2025

The responsibility of each parent is that our kids and grandchildren know God’s Word, that they understand that the key to success is to know the Lord, to love Him, and to be obedient to Him.

Psalms 78:1-7 (NKJV) “Set Your Hope in God” March 2, 2025 I. A Word - "our fathers have told us" Psalm 78 is a Maschil (a teaching psalm). The Minister of Music, Asaph, reminds us to teach our children, to teach the next generation. The responsibility of each parent is that our kids and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Gates Of Hell Will Not Prevail PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2023

To explore the profound mysteries of faith, the foundation of the church, and the divine power given to believers, as illustrated in Matthew 16:17-19. Scripture: "And Jesus answered him, 'Blessed are you, Simon Bar-Jonah! For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my Father who is in heaven. And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.'" - Matthew 16:17-19 Quote: "Faith is never identical with piety." - Karl Barth ________________ Introduction Good morning family, friends, and fellow believers. We gather today to embrace the powerful teaching found within the Gospel according to Matthew, chapter 16, verses 17 through 19. This passage draws us into the profound mysteries of faith, the cornerstone of the church, and the incredible strength that can resist even the darkest forces. Let's check out the

Good morning family, friends, and fellow believers. We gather today to embrace the powerful teaching found within the Gospel according to Matthew, chapter 16, verses 17 through 19. This passage draws us into the profound mysteries of faith, the cornerstone of the church, and the incredible strength ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:17-19

Topics: Heaven, On My Way

Your Old Ways Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 31, 2007

The old ways of doing things are familiar and comfortable. The Christian must beware of their lure and their bondage.

Your Old Ways Galatians 4:8-20 Galatians 4:8-10 (NLT) Before you Gentiles knew God, you were slaves to so-called gods that do not even exist. [9] And now that you have found God (or should I say, now that God has found you), why do you want to go back again and become slaves once more to the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:8-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Long Way Home

Contributed by Malcolm Coby on Feb 22, 2010

This sermon is a directive to help you find where God wants you to be.

THE LONG WAY HOME Date: Sunday, July 20, 2008 Scripture Text: Exodus 23:20-31 Purpose: Home is where you belong. Where do you belong? Are you there yet? This sermon is a directive to help you find where God wants you to be. Sermonic Selection: Coming Home I. Introduction A. Home 1. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 23:20-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Took It Out Of The Way

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Nov 28, 2012

Breaking through, really!!!!!

Colossians 2:14 Took it out of the way Intro: what stands between us and God? 1: Sin a) to know to do right and not do it ( James 4:17 ) b) it separates us from God the father c) it hinders the power of the Holy Spirit in our lives d) it brings pain and sorrow to us and too those around ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:14

Denomination: Other

Jesus The Way Out Series

Contributed by E. True Neilson on Dec 16, 2014

The book of Hebrews is all about Jesus!

SIMPLY JESUS Jesus the Way Out Hebrews 3:7-19 -There was movie a while ago starring Tom Hanks called Castaway -It’s about a man who is stuck on a deserted island all by himself. -To summarize the plot….He’s very lonely, loses a bunch of weight, and makes friends with a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:7-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Way God Works

Contributed by Gregory Griffin on Dec 4, 2004

Unlikely characters in the birth of Christ are used, it seems God always uses those least likely and or out of character.

The way God works- The Christmas Story 12/05/04 DBC <(((>< GLG God works in mysterious ways. You have heard that expression before and it is true. The scripture says that he uses the foolish to shame the wise. He has a way of taking the least likely and making them his instrument and/ or chosen ...read more

Denomination: Baptist