Sermons on United States Culture:

Mission Of The Church Series

Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Jan 27, 2015

God wants Christians to reach the world for Christ, but how

Good morning Calvary. I am so excited about this new series we are beginning today. Over the next few weeks we will discover how we can learn the will of God. Although many people think it is a mystery to know the will of God, God has made it known to us in many ways. This first week we are going ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-38

Denomination: United Methodist

What To Do When Your Culture Is Destroying Itself

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 10, 2024

Western culture cannot sustain itself if it continues as it has during the past several decades. How shall those who follow Christ respond when the culture in which we live moves inexorably toward self-destruction?

“Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership has righteousness with lawlessness? Or what fellowship has light with darkness? What accord has Christ with Belial? Or what portion does a believer share with an unbeliever? What agreement has the temple of God with idols? For ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Love By Giving Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Oct 2, 2015

Love means sharing not only our time and talents but also our treasure

LOVE BY GIVING An American missionary was travelling across Korea by train. At a busy station an old man boarded and sat across from Him. The man was Korean and he addressed the American in his native tongue. The Missionary responded in the only Korean phrase that he knew which was "I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-35

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

"Praying...not Preying!" [part Five]

Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Sep 28, 2016

“Since when is prayer an option?”

Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, June 5, 2011 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter “Praying … Not Preying: The High Priestly Prayer” [Part Five] John 17:20-26 It seems only fitting that we conclude this sermon series on ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

From Death To Life Series

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 17, 2015

THIS IS THE SECOND OF A TWO-PART SERMON ON PAUL'S TEACHING ON SANCTIFICATION. HE USES BAPTISM TO TEACH THAT AS CHRISTIANS WE ARE NO LONGER UNDER THE DOMINION OF SIN BECAUSE WE UNITE WITH CHRIST, NOT JUST IDENTIFY WITH HIM, IN HIS DEATH, THROUGH BAPTISM.

FROM DEATH TO LIFE WE NEED TO REMEMBER AS WE START TODAY, THAT THE BOOK OF ROMANS IS A LETTER THAT ORIGINALLY HAD NO CHAPTER OR VERSE BREAKS. WHEN WE GET TO THE END OF CHAPTER FIVE, IT DOES NOT MEAN WE’VE REACHED THE END OF PAULS THOUGHT ON THIS ISSUE. LISTEN WHEN I READ THE LAST TWO ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Living United For The Praise Of God's Glory

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 10, 2024

There is something both uplifting and liberating when we simply praise God for who He is, and for His love for us.

Fifteenth Sunday in Course 2024 Ask yourself whether these words of the psalmist remind you of your daily life in the United States: “his salvation is at hand for those who fear him, that glory may dwell in our land. Steadfast love and faithfulness will meet; righteousness and peace will kiss each ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:7-13, Ephesians 1:3-14, Amos 7:12-15, Psalm 85:9-13

Denomination: Catholic

The Kingdom Divided: Israel Splits Between Rehoboam & Jeroboam

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 12, 2021

During the civil war in the United States 620,000 people died, because a kingdom had been divided. The nation divided politically, over the issue of slavery, and the northern states fought a long bloody war to end slavery forever in the USA.

During the civil war in the United States 620,000 people died, because a kingdom had been divided. The nation divided politically, over the issue of slavery, and the northern states fought a long bloody war to end slavery forever in the USA. In the end they were victorious, but the cost was more ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

Chronos 1 Corinthians 6 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 19, 2022

A lawsuit can be a document telling the world I don’t trust God and his provision.

This week we continue our series called Chronos. A term which means time. We have decided to study the scriptures this year in the order they were published. It gives us a very unique insight into the early church and the struggles of a growing movement. This review of history is important because ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Be United Not Divided" 1 Cor. Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 20, 2008

We need to united in Christ not divided in Christ! The church was formed by Christ to serve one another and not to focus on ourselves. The church is not about me but about the message of Jesus and about service to the Kingdom of God!

“Be united not divided!” Thesis: We need to united in Christ not divided in Christ! The church was formed by Christ to serve one another and not to focus on ourselves. The church is not about me but about the message of Jesus and about service to the Kingdom of God! Introduction to the book of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Making The Right Kind Of Impression

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Nov 17, 2008

Message about how Christians are supposed be looked on with favor, not with disgust, as happens so often today. While the gospel is offensive to many because of its call to repentance (and which is the basis for the world "hating" Christians), Scripture

Making the Right Kind of Impression Acts 2:42-47; 5:12-13 November 2, 2008 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT USED (AND ADAPTED) IS FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Introduction My intention for today was to continue working through our passage in Matthew as we look at ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Wesleyan

Mere Prefessing...not Enough Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 23, 2008

Part 21:Sermon on the Mount Series - Not everyone who says to me "Lord, Lord", will enter the Kingdom of Heaven...

The Great Commission Part 21 – Sermon on the Mount – Mere Professing Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org WELCOME INTRODUCTION TO SERMON † The Sermon on the Mount – The Beatitudes † We are the Salt, staying pure with God’s Holy Word † We are the Light, showing that Word to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Bible Church

Seven Spheres Of Influence Series (Business/Politics) Series

Contributed by Steve Greene on Dec 27, 2008

This is the third in a series exploring how the church and Christians are to be involved in shaping Ameircan culture.

Seven Spheres of Influence Series (Business/Politics) Connecting to our Culture – Part 3 Colossians 3:23-24, 4:1 Observations from the Business Sphere: 1. All of us live at least a portion of our lives in the business sphere. 2. Business is not just about a paycheck. It’s not just about ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23-24

Denomination: Nazarene

The History Of "Teenager" Series

Contributed by Jerry Mckee on Feb 5, 2009

This series is based on the book, "Do Hard Things" by Brett and Alex Harris. It is a 7 week series that challenges teenagers to step up from the low expectations that our culture has placed on them.

The Rebelution The History of “teenager” Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity. – 1 Timothy 4:12 Illustration – the elephant and the rope I. The history of “Teenager” A. The term teenager has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12

Denomination: *other

Get Uncomfortable Series

Contributed by Jerry Mckee on Feb 5, 2009

This series is based on the book, "Do Hard Things" by Brett and Alex Harris. It is a 7 week series that challenges teenagers to step up from the low expectations that our culture has placed on them.

The Rebelution Get Uncomfortable How to do Hard things that take you out of your comfort zone For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. – 2 Timothy 1:7 Illustration – I. Life is full of scary things A. Can you remember something in your own ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: *other

Above And Beyond Series

Contributed by Jerry Mckee on Feb 5, 2009

This series is based on the book, "Do Hard Things" by Brett and Alex Harris. It is a 7 week series that challenges teenagers to step up from the low expectations that our culture has placed on them.

For the turning away of the simple shall slay them, and the prosperity of fools shall destroy them. – Proverbs 1:32 Illustration – I. The trap of “just doing your best” A. Being “good enough” can turn into a special hazard. 1. We become complacent in our lives 2. We stop doing ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:32

Denomination: *other