Sermons on University:

The New Heaven & The New Earth Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 26, 2014

1) The Appearance (Rev. 21:1), 2) The Capital (Rev. 21:2), 3) The Supreme Reality (Rev.21:3), 4) The Changes (Rev. 21:4-6a), 5) The Residents (Rev. 21:6b–7), and 6) The Outcasts from the New Heaven and the New Earth. (Rev.21:8)

On Monday evening at the Knesset, Israel’s Parliament, Stephen Harper promised Israelis that “through fire and water, Canada will stand with you.” The prime minister explained that his unprecedented and unmatched support for Israel is not about political calculation, but rather a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-8

Denomination: Other

Let Us Begin Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 17, 2017

A study in the book of Genesis 1: 1 – 31

Genesis 1: 1 – 31 Let Us Begin 1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. 2 The earth was without form, and void; and darkness was on the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters. 3 Then God said, “Let there be light”; and there was light. 4 ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Principles & Ideas Of Deism

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Nov 8, 2021

One of the perplexities of philosophical and religious research is that it can be easy to misconstrue the personalities and movements one is attempting to study through the prism of one's own respective worldview.

One of the perplexities of philosophical and religious research is that it can be easy to misconstrue the personalities and movements one is attempting to study through the prism of one's own respective worldview. This tendency, if one is not careful to adjust for it, can be compounded when ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Valley Of Dry Bones

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 18, 2000

Israel was recalled to her faith by Ezekiel’s Vision of the Dry Bones, where God breathed his Spirit into lifeless forms, which came to life.

THE VALLEY OF DRY BONES Some people are keen on doing crosswords. There were two people sitting on a park bench discussing a clue to a crossword. There were 7 letters to enter in two words - one of 3 letters and the other of 4. The clue was "The beginning of the universe". What do you think was the ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

In The Beginning ...

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Jan 20, 2007

As described in the opening verses of John’s Gospel, God reveals five aspects of Jesus Christ: 1. Eternal 2. Creator 3. Incarnate 4. Saving 5. Welcoming

May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer. Good Morning. Today is the First Sunday after Christmas. And while the image of the baby Jesus in the manger is still fresh in our minds, John explains to us who Jesus is and why ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Deciphering The Da Vinci Code

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on May 7, 2006

The book conflicts with history and Scripture at several important points: 1. The nature of Jesus Christ. 2. The nature of the relationship between Jesus and Mary Magdalene. 3. The nature of Scripture. 4. The nature of the church.

I received an interesting phone call a few weeks ago. The woman on the other end explained that she presently lived in another state, but she and her husband were planning to move to Mount Vernon. She wanted to know about our church to see if she would feel welcome here. She said, “I am a very ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8-19

Denomination: Methodist

Is Evolution More Credible Than Creation? Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jul 12, 2005

The biblical account of creation is more viable than the theory of evolution.

SERIES: “ANSWERS FOR SOME OF LIFE’S DIFFICULT QUESTIONS” TEXT: GENESIS 1:1 TITLE: “IS EVOLUTION MORE CREDIBLE THAN CREATION?” INTRODUCTION: A. A number of years ago, Ronald Keith Williamson was convicted of the brutal murder of Debra Sue Carter ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Oct 24, 2004

1. The kingdom of God transforms us individually. 2. the kingdom of God transforms the world. 3. The kingdom of God is Now. 4. The kingdom of God is Not Yet.

As Jesus began his ministry, the Bible says that he, “traveled about from one town and village to another, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom of God” (Luke 8:1). The concept of the kingdom of God was central to the teaching of Jesus, and therefore it is critical to our understanding of what ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-15

Denomination: Methodist

Praying Against Your Enemies

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Sep 22, 2009

Praying for those who persecute you.

PRAYING AGAINST YOUR ENEMIES BY JERRY FALWELL I have never preached a sermon on praying against your enemies or praying about your enemies. As a matter of fact, I have never heard anyone preach this kind of sermon about enemies. Last Sunday I said in jest, “I pray that they (the terrorists) ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:45-46

Denomination: Baptist

A New Way Of Doing Ministry

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Sep 22, 2009

Different ways of accomplishing ministry.

A NEW WAY OF DOING MINISTRY By JERRY FALWELL A. INTRODUCTION. “Behold I will do a new thing . . . ”(Isaiah 43:19). I know this first is a reference to the coming Millennium, but God has always been doing new things in ministry. Today, I want to remind you of the new things that God has done in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:19

Denomination: Baptist

Here Come Da Judge!

Contributed by James May on Sep 30, 2009

There is a judgment that we must use but we have to make sure we use the right criteria. Whatever judgment we use, that’s the judgment we also want Christ to use for us.

Here Come Da Judge! By Pastor Jim May All of us have found ourselves being judgmental at times. It’s a natural thing to make quick judgments of another person based upon our own pre-conceived beliefs and personal standards for dress, appearance and mannerisms. The first time you meet someone, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Three Great Themes In The Book Of Acts Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 8, 2013

Jesus wants us to see: 1. The importance of His work (vs. 1-3). 2. The importance of His words (vs. 1-8). 3. The importance of His witnesses (vs. 8-11).

Three Great Themes in the Book of Acts Acts 1:1-11 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - May 12, 2013 *Indianapolis pastor Russ Blowers was a member of the Rotary Club. At the club meeting each week, a different member told a little about his job. And when it was Russ’ turn, he ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

God's Greatness

Contributed by Brien Sims on Jun 20, 2008

Let’s focus on just how BIG our God is and what He can do. There is joy in knowing He is bigger than us.

Each month at the men’s fellowship a topic has been assigned for the speaker to address. We have received what has to be the most absurdly large topic known to man. This subject has infinite boundaries which mankind has been trying to wrap its finite mind around for all time. No one has ever ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Meaning Of Life

Contributed by Jason Jones on Aug 15, 2011

Exposition of 1 Corinthians 10 regarding we are exhorted to live for the purpose that we were created for. How do you bring glory to an all-sufficient, perfect, infinitely beautiful, infinitely wise, infinitely powerful, overflowing God?

Text: 1 Cor 10:31, Title: The Meaning of Life, Date/Place: NRBC, 8/14/11, AM A. Opening illustration: Up until 450 years ago, everybody believed that the universe, and the sun, and the planets revolved around the earth. THEN, in 1543, Copernicus told them that the earth wasn’t the center of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:31

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Imprint On Mankind Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 28, 2011

God has made every person responsible for responding to the knowledge of Him place within every person & within creation.

ROMANS 1: 18-23 THE UNIVERSAL KNOWLEDGE OF GOD God’s Imprint On Mankind [Acts 17: 23-28] God has placed knowledge of Himself within every person that has ever been formed in a womb. Knowledge of God is also plainly evident in His creation. So God has made every person responsible for responding ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-21, Romans 1:18-23

Denomination: Baptist