Sermons on Universality Of The Gospel:

The Gospel In The Old Testament & The New Testament

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 10, 2023

This is a message on the extraordinary continuity between the Old and New Testaments as relates to the Gospel. Hints or bold statements about the coming Good News of Jesus Christ are everywhere in the old Testament.

CATM Sermon for September 10, 2023 We’re in the middle of a month-long discussion about evangelism, or sharing our faith. We decided to focus on this area for this month because we’re exploring for the whole year what it means to be a disciple of Jesus. Sharing Jesus is an important aspect of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:15-16, Genesis 12:1-3, John 6:32-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

All You Need Is Love Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Jan 2, 2018

If we go back 50 years to 1967 a song was written that is still popular and people of all ages have heard it and still know the words. The Beatles wanted to write something that would speak to people of all nations. So John Lennon wrote one.

ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE John 3:16 If we go back 50 years to 1967 a song was written that is still popular and people of all ages have heard it and still know the words. The Beatles wanted to write something that would speak to people of all nations. So John Lennon wrote the song ALL YOU NEED IS ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What Was John's Purpose For Writing His Gospel? Series

Contributed by Sean Lester on Jan 13, 2016

This message informs the hearer of the purpose of the gospel, and by so doing direct them to study the gospels in order to know what kind of life Jesus has for them.

The Junior Bible Quiz Sermon Series What did John say was his purpose for writing his gospel? But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name. John 20:31 Purpose: This message informs the hearer of the ...read more

Scripture: John 20:31

Denomination: Pentecostal

“becoming Kingdom People” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 9, 2015

In the confession of Peter, we learn how Christ calls us to tell others the way to enter the kingdom.

Our passage is well known to many of you. We read here about Peter’s confession of faith that Christ is the Messiah and our Lord’s declaration about how He will build His church. Let’s see what we can learn about becoming kingdom people as followers of Christ from this passage. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel Of John (Lesson 1): The Word And The Witness Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jun 14, 2020

This sermon is an exposition of John 1:1-18.

The Gospel of John Introduction: The Word and the Witness Introduction: John 1:1-18; 20:30-31 The author of the Gospel is John the Beloved disciple. He was probably a teenager when he began following Jesus. He was the oldest living apostle and, according to tradition, the only one to die a death ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18, John 20:30-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Kingdom Of God Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 3, 2023

The word Gospel means the proclamation of salvation available in Christ. It is also the proclamation and inauguration of the Kingdom of God (Mark 1:15). Kingdom of God lives in hearts of the believers than the boundaries of the universe.

Mark 1:14-15, 4:26-34 Kingdom of God in Mark Kingdom of God: Kingdom: The word (basileia comes from basileus = a sovereign, king, monarch) denotes sovereignty, royal power, kingship, royal rule, and dominion. Involved in the term is the sovereign authority of a ruler, the activity of ruling, and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-15

Denomination: Methodist

(3 Of 4) Reunion: Now And Then Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 27, 2025

The Sabbath anchors rest in Christ now, anticipates reunion at His coming, and proclaims God’s everlasting love as the universe’s theme.

Let’s start with something I’ve noticed: for some reason, I must have a sign on my back that says, “Talk religion with me.” The other day I sat next to a fella in a little restaurant in town. We ordered our food, and before long he started telling me about his “spiritual journey.” He said he was ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11, Hebrews 4:9-11, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Genesis 1:2-3, Mark 2:27-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Being Used By God: Don't Let It Slip Thru Your Fingers

Contributed by Pat Cook on Jul 3, 2003

The obedient disciple Ananias had the privilege to change history because he heard God’s voice, obeyed it, and loved Saul into the church.

Acts 9:10-20 - Being Used by God: Don’t Let it Slip Thru Your Fingers I spent some time this week looking on the computer at actual excuses people use, or have used, or might someday use, to miss church. Here are a few: I missed church because the little guy had a cold. The whole family had to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-12, Acts 9:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Have You Seen My Daddy?

Contributed by Robert Houston, Sr. on Jun 16, 2002

The discourse between Jesus and His Disciples focusing on the answer, "If you have seen me, you’ve seen the Father."

Sermon by Pastor Robert Earl Houston, Sr., Assistant Pastor Westwood Baptist Church, University Center Nashville, Tennessee - www.westwoodbcuc.org www.roberthouston.org Sunday, June 16, 2002 (Father’s Day) 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship Text: John 14:9 Subject: “Have You Seen My Daddy?” One of ...read more

Scripture: John 14:9

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Your Duty?

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jul 23, 2007

This is the story of Mary and Martha. What is our duty - to be a Mary or a Martha?

What is Your Duty? Luke 10:38-42 July 22, 2007 For the past couple of years, I have been preoccupied with retirement. If you have spent any time around me at all, you know how I talk about our retirement plans all the time. I am eight years away from retirement – perhaps eleven – depending on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Methodist

The Obligation Of The Gospel (Romans 1:8-16) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Jan 16, 2022

The gospel isn't just a gift we are given. It is a gift we are entrusted with.

The Obligation of the Gospel Romans 1:8-17 Good morning. Please open your Bibles to Romans, chapter 1. I’d like you to imagine two scenarios with me as we start off this morning. First scenario: someone gives you a blender. Let’s say it’s a wedding shower, you’re about to get married, you’ve put ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

Is There A Doctor In The House?

Contributed by Doug Lyon on Jan 12, 2001

A topical study on Luke, the author of the third gospel.

Luke 1:1-4 Is There A Doctor In The House? Introduction George W. Bush took the oath of office as the 43rd president of the United States. It was an interesting election-to say the least! Newspapers and magazines had been flooded with articles analyzing the election results, especially the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Death Of John The Baptist (Mark 6)

Contributed by David Smith on Dec 14, 2006

Father Dave’s sermon on the story of King Herod and the execution of John the Baptist.

No doubt all of you are deeply concerned, as I am, about what could prove to be the beginnings of World War III breaking out this week in the Middle East. The Israeli army moved into Lebanon this week, ostensibly to take on Hezbollah militants operating from within Lebanon who apparently captured ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Verse

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Jul 17, 2004

This is about Jesus conversation with Nicodemus.

It is perhaps the best known verse of the Bible. Almost anyone can quote it, at least in paraphrase. It is the verse that every child learns in Sunday school and VBS. I remember making a little wall plaque in Bible school with the verse on it. I remember that 15 to 20 years ago, you would see ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Slaughter Of The Innocents

Contributed by Jacob Golden, Jr. on Apr 24, 2002

A consideration of Matthew’s story about Herod’s slaughter of the children in Bethlehem following Jesus’ birth.

THE SLAUGHTER OF THE INNOCENTS Matthew 2:13–23 • Romans 8:18–25 Christmas 1 (a) • December ’95, ’98, ’01 I hope you had a good Christmas. We stayed home again. We didn’t go anywhere. Didn’t visit any relatives (though we had some visit us). Didn’t go see a movie (something we’ve sometimes done ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Methodist