Sermons on Uncut Stone:

Love Names

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 9, 2001

Exploring the joy of our new name.

Love Names Rev 2:17 He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; To him that overcometh will I give to eat of the hidden manna, and will give him a white stone, and in the stone a new name written, which no man knoweth saving he that receiveth it. KJV Every couple ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:17

Denomination: Baptist

La Piedrecita Blanca…

Contributed by Jose Diaz on Nov 18, 2003

a. La piedrecita blanca es un enigma para los estudiosos de la Palabra de Dios. 1. Unos aluden a un tipo de juicio que hacían los griegos donde los condenados recibían una piedra negra y los absueltos una blanca... 2. Una antigua tradición oriental seña

Introducción a. La piedrecita blanca es un enigma para los estudiosos de la Palabra de Dios. 1. Unos aluden a un tipo de juicio que hacían los griegos donde los condenados recibían una piedra negra y los absueltos una blanca... 2. Una antigua tradición oriental señala que se usaba la piedra blanca ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:17

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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

Rock Throwing Contest!

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Sep 7, 2014

They were more concerned about the sin, Jesus was more concerned about the sinner! They were more worried about the sin, Jesus was more worried about the sinner!

John 8:1-11-1-But Jesus went to the Mount of Olives. 2-Now early in the morning He came again into the temple, and all the people came to Him; and He sat down and taught them. 3-Then the scribes and Pharisees brought to Him a woman caught in adultery. And when they had set her in the midst, ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

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

Thankfulness In The Face Of Trouble Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Oct 25, 2013

Stephen has just been stoned, Saul is ravaging the church, and many believers are going to rancid prisons getting beaten and fighting off the rats, just because they love Jesus. is the basis for my Thanksgiving sermon. Happy Thanksgiving everyone. Bear with me.

Here in chapter 8 of the book of Acts we are finally introduced to this Pharisee named Saul. Perhaps no other religious person in Israel had more of a zealous hatred for Christ and Christians. Let’s pay close attention to the very first verse of Acts chapter 8: “Saul approved of his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-40

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

A Sermon Of Note To A People Of Need Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 15, 2012

WHAT WE HAVE BEFORE US IS BY FAR THE LONGEST SERMON WE HAVE SEEN IN THE BOOK OF ACTS, AND I WOULD VENTURE TO SAY, IS THE LONGEST OF THE BOOK ITSELF. IT IS ALSO THE FIRST SERMON GIVEN BY A NON-APOSTLE, AND WOULD RESULT IN THE FIRST DEATH OF A NON-APOSTLE.

A SERMON OF NOTE TO A PEOPLE OF NEED ACTS 7:1-8:1 INTRODUCTION: AT THE ONSET, I NEED TO TAKE A MOMENT TO APOLOGIZE FOR THE EXTENT OF OUR TEXT THIS MORNING. LITERALLY, THIS IS A WHOLE CHAPTER. YET, I CAN FIND NO PLACE WHERE THE TEXT CAN BE DIVIDED THAT WOULD NOT DO DAMAGE TO THE CONTEXT. SO, HERE ...read more

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

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

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

Made In Jerusalem

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Feb 21, 2021

Where are you made? When you dig deep down what is there that determines your character, your strength, your direction, your faith?

Made in Jerusalem “you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.” 1 Peter 2:5 Intro: Jerusalem is built on a mountain plateau and is surrounded by the Kidron valley on the east, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Did It For Us Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Mar 29, 2021

I asked myself the question, “Why was that stone rolled away?” I hope to answer that this morning.

He Did It for Us Dave Hartson Resurrection Sunday / Resurrection of Jesus Christ Introduction It is Resurrection morning and Mary Magdalene, Mary, the mother of James, and Salome are going to the tomb to anoint the body of Jesus with oils. If you remember, on the day of His Crucifixion, because ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

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