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The 12 Apostles Of Jesus: Matthew

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 26, 2015

Jesus asked a "black sheep" to be one of the 12 apostles. It probably caused a stir among the apostles, and sure did with the Pharisees! But it changed Levi's life and he celebrated it with a party for Jesus!

THE 12 APOSTLES OF JESUS: MATTHEW Mark 2:13-17 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE FLY SWATTER 1. Marie walked into de kitchen & saw Boudreaux with a fly killer (Swatter). She axe him, “Any Luck?” 2. He said, “Yah, three males and two females.” Marie exclaimed, “Mercy, how ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:13-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Be A Bit Sheepiish

Contributed by Emms International on Dec 12, 2016

This is a sermon based around Matthew 25:31-46 to explain why EMMS International is committed to working with some of the poorest and most vulnerable people in the world in India, Malawi and Nepal.

“ BE A BIT SHEEPISH” INTRODUCTION I want to start by saying at the end of what I have to say I want to make a strange and what might sound an unattractive offer. I want to invite you to be a bit sheepish, hopefully that invitation will make a bit more sense if we read and think about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: *other

Don’t Try To Save What God Is Trying To Drown Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 13, 2016

There was about 2,000 years of time that had passed since God created Adam & Eve and the first drops of rain falling of the Flood. The world was full of sin. God had to destroy/get rid of the old in order to establish the new.

“I Am Bringing the Flood” Series Part 1 10/02/2016 Don’t Try to Save What God is Trying to Drown A There was about 2,000 years of time that had passed since God created Adam & Eve and the first drops of rain falling of the Flood. 1 In this dispensation of time we are still talking about world ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 7:4

Denomination: Baptist

Against The Currents Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 28, 2016

This is not a PC sermon. There comes a point in the lives of believers when we must speak what God speaks regardless of the consequences. Micaiah did exactly that. He is a hero to us and an example to follow.

1. People Pleasing The following is reported to be a true story regarding Berkley, CA: In 1990, the Berkeley City Council passed a law changing the name of Columbus Day to Native American Day because Columbus wasn't nice to the Indians. Of course, no Native Americans were asked if they wanted the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 18:1-22, 2 Chronicles 18:21-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Friends Reaching Friends

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 29, 2016

From Luke 10 let's talk about presence, peace and hospitality (Material adapted from M. Scott Boren's book, Missional Small Groups, Chapter 8, pg. 131- 162)

HoHum: Recruits in the army are told, “Always dig your foxholes big enough for two.” More effort to do so, but it could save a life. Making room for more people in our lives is good and missional. WBTU: Missional- Missionaries to other countries have two different approaches. 1) ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Hard Message Of Change

Contributed by John Bright on Jan 2, 2021

Sermon for the first Sunday of 2021

“A Hard Message of Change” Luke 3:7-9 A sermon for 1/3/21 Pastor John Bright Luke 3 “7 Then he said to the multitudes that came out to be baptized by him, “Brood of vipers! Who warned you to flee from the wrath to come? 8 Therefore bear fruits worthy of repentance, and do not begin to say to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-9, 2 Corinthians 6:2, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Methodist

"stephen: A Heart Of Commitment" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Oct 27, 2020

One of the things that are clear as you look at the gospels is that popularity can be costly. Most of us if we would admit it, certainly desire to have it. But we sometimes don’t realize what it can cost us.

HEARTBEATS “Stephen: A heart of Commitment” Acts 6:8-15 and 8:54-60 One of the things that are clear as you look at the gospels is that popularity can be costly. Most of us if we would admit it, certainly desire to have it. But we sometimes don’t realize what it can cost us. We see in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

"stop Digging Holes"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 10, 2020

A sermon about sharing God's love with others.

“Stop Digging Holes” Matthew 25:14-30 A wealthy man who goes away on a long journey. Before he leaves, he entrusts his property to his servants. The first servant takes the money to the market, to a wealth management firm, we might say and invests in high-risk ventures. The second servant ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: United Methodist

Christ And Criticism Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 27, 2021

There is a legitimate place for expressing critical feelings. It is just that it is a delicate matter. It is almost as delicate as trying to catch soap bubbles on a pin.

Some years back at the University of Wisconsin a group of literary students formed a club. The purpose of the club was to criticize. The members would submit a story, and it would be dissected mercilessly with no punches pulled. The sessions were so brutal that the club members dubbed themselves, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-30

Isaiah 25:8-9

Contributed by Rev. Randy Barker on Oct 29, 2014

Isaiah 25:8-9

Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. my sermon ideas and illustrations are often taken from many sources including those at Sermoncentral.com, there could be instances where other ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 25:8-9

Denomination: *other

"The Pitiful Fool"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Aug 30, 2013

argument for Creationism

“The Pitiful Fool” September 1, 2013 Psalm 19:1-4 “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they reveal knowledge. They have no speech, they use no words; no sound is heard from them. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-4

Denomination: Holiness

Ephesians Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Dec 3, 2021

4 words - Chosen - Adopted - Redeemed - Forgiven

December 04, 2021 By 62 AD Paul was a prisoner in Rome. While there, he wrote a letter to the believers in Ephesus. The interesting thing about the letter is that Paul did not address any specific problems nor did he call out a specific group like he did in his other correspondence. However, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:3-7, Colossians 1:13-14, John 1:29, Psalm 32:1, Leviticus 19:22, Romans 3:23-24, Isaiah 53:5, Galatians 4:7, 2 Thessalonians 2:13, Ephesians 5:1-2, Ephesians 3:4-6, Ephesians 2:17-22, Ephesians 2:8-9, Ephesians 1:3-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Peter And The Palms Series

Contributed by Jamie Bogaard on May 2, 2017

Peter is witness to the triumphant entry into Jerusalem. Things seem to be falling into place. On that day the people were doing what it takes. Are we willing to do the same when called upon?

Peter & the Palms Mark 11:1-11 April 9, 2017 Palm Sunday, LFC We have been looking at Peter and Jesus the past several weeks. We have seen them get acquainted and Jesus calls Peter to follow him. The fisherman is being groomed into being a fisher of men. We have watched Peter get out of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Friends

Proud Soldiers: Countering The Anti-Soldier Culture

Contributed by Kelly Durant on Feb 16, 2018

There is a shift to resist accepting Jesus as a fighter, and accept that Christians should be as good soldiers. There is a new disrespect for people of uniform, such as for police, & soldiers, This is negative and should be countered with scripture.

Proud Soldiers: Countering the Anti-Soldier Culture Capt.Kelly Durant 2 Timothy 2:3 You therefore must endure hardship as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. :4 No one engaged in warfare entangles himself with the affairs of this life, that he may please him who enlisted him as a soldier. 2. I ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

It’s Not Over Til It’s Over!

Contributed by Chris Beam on Sep 16, 2015

Why should I be concerned with the future of America when it’s future seems pretty bleak at best” rather than saying, “IT’S NOT OVER TIL IT’S OVER!”

IT’S NOT OVER TIL IT’S OVER! 2 Timothy 3:10-4:8 But know this, that in the last days perilous times will come (2 Tim. 3:1) Over the last several weeks, I’ve been extremely burdened about the condition of our country and the direction that we’re headed in. This has been ...read more

Denomination: Baptist