Sermons on Vote For Democracy:

But I Say To You...

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Feb 14, 2011

1. Jesus reinterprets the law and makes it a more difficult way (not less). 2. Jesus’ way had to wait until the human family was able to hear it and follow it. 3. We cannot live the way Jesus taught us without each other.

• Peter Kreeft, professor of philosophy at Boston College, tells this story from his childhood: “I remember to this day exactly where I was when it hit me: riding north on Haledon Avenue between Sixth and Seventh Streets in Paterson, New Jersey after Sunday morning church with my parents. Isn’t it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-37

Denomination: Methodist

For Ever, O Lord, Thy Word Is Settled

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jun 29, 2021

On this 4th of July, let us reflect what freedom truly is, and where it comes from.

For Ever, O LORD, Thy Word is Settled Psalm 119:89-96 Some of you have noticed that I read this text from a very old Bible. I found it among my grandmother’s possessions after her death. It is the First Revision of the King James Bible which was done in 1762. As the King James Bible was revised ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:89-96, Hebrews 13:5, Lamentations 3:20-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Godly Values In America

Contributed by Chris Cuthbertson on Jun 5, 2024

I believe The United States of America has been a blessed nation because it has a Godly base. The reason we are the wealthiest, most free, most secure, most envied nation on earth is that we were established as a nation under God, and God has kept His promise to bless us.

“Re-establishing Godly Values In America” 2 Kings 21 - 23 I want to tell you about a little-known hero in the Bible named Josiah. It’s a fascinating account that has some very relevant applications to America. Josiah’s grandfather, Manasseh, had been the most wicked king the nation of Judah ever ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Falling Away

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Oct 9, 2012

We must take captive every thought, attitude and action to remain faithful to Jesus.

Falling Away October 7, 2012 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must take captive every thought, attitude and action to remain faithful to Jesus. Focus Passage: Hebrews 3:12-15 Supplemental Passage: They went out from us, but they were not really of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Should We Shun

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 17, 2018

There is a need to return to the concept of shunning. Indeed, we should shun those whose politics are against Scripture even if they are called Brethren,

Having spent some time around Amish and Mennonites, I know they are pretty much the only groups that still practice shunning. Most are probably afraid of lawsuits, spitting the church or have a slightly off view of grace/love. We speak truth in love and some times we need to practice tough love ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:11-13, Romans 16:17-18, 2 John 1:9-11, 2 Corinthians 6:14-18, 2 Timothy 2:14-16, Matthew 18:15-20, Titus 3:10-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Answering Religious Pluralism

Contributed by Dr. Kenneth Rhodes, Jr on Sep 29, 2002

Defending the Christian faith against religious pluralism and tolerance.

1. Answering Religious Pluralism Also called tolerance. 2. Defining Pluralism · “Traditional tolerance (Social Pluralism) is now referred to as negative tolerance. This is defined as ‘respecting others beliefs and practices without sharing them,’ or ‘to bear or put up with something not ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Terror; The Lost War.

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jun 27, 2005

Why cant people see that Gods prophecy’s, will and are, taking place.Many Christians will be immune from violence and terror and then again many will be victims of it.

Terror; The Lost War. {Terror; Intense, overpowering fear.An emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight).A feeling of agitation and anxiety ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 1:14-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Encounter With A Canaanite Woman

Contributed by Michael Tkachuk on Oct 6, 2014

A Canaanite woman approaches Jesus pleading with Him to heal her daughter who was possessed by a demon.

Have you noticed how some people just keep going and going like that energizer bunny even when they seem to be fighting a lost cause? Take Rob Ford for example. In his first public appearance since being hospitalized, Toronto Mayor Rob Ford vowed to supporters to 'beat cancer' the same way he says ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Catholic

The Canaanite Woman

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jul 20, 2017

She was probably a single mom with a special needs child, and she desperately needed Jesus’ help.

20A She was probably a single mom with a special needs child, and she desperately needed Jesus’ help. Jesus’ reaction to this desperate woman’s request is quite interesting. The truth is, he didn’t respond at all. His disciples certainly did not want anything to do with the woman, i.e. “Please ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Catholic

Parenting: The Forest View Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 23, 2012

Good parents want what is in the long-term best interest of their children, not what makes them happy for the moment. God’s Word offers us some balanced principles of parenting.

Parenting: The Forest View (Ephesians 6:1-4) 1. Parenting has its challenges. Part of the reason parenting is so challenging is that no two kids are exactly alike. Proverbs 22:6 is a principle, not a promise. Freewill. 2. (CBS News) Jake Barnett is one in 10 million. The Indianapolis 13-year-old ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Behold The King: The King’s Earthly Kingdom Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 19, 2018

When Jesus returns and reigns on earth, what will it be like? The Jewish people largely understood their Messianic King would reign, but did not understand He would come twice, first as sacrifice for sin, then as the King of the earth.

Behold the King: The King’s Earthly Kingdom (Psalm 72) 1. Sally is flying out to meet her boyfriend. She falls asleep on the plane and dreams about this gorgeous diamond ring he'll give her. When she opens her eyes, she spots an even bigger diamond on the finger of Mrs. Goldstein, a matron sitting ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 72:1-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Politics Of Praise - 1 Peter 2:13-17 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 18, 2024

Your placement in the world’s authority structure is a good thing – God’s perfect design. This message will help you appreciate the blessing of your earthly authorities.

1 Peter 2:13 Submit yourselves for the Lord's sake to every authority instituted among men: whether to the king, as the supreme authority, 14 or to governors, who are sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to commend those who do right. 15 For it is God's will that by doing good you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

How Should We Relate To Politics? Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Nov 19, 2008

Governmental structures and laws cannot render ultimate righteousness, but they can help reflect and uphold it.

From the Word… Series: You Asked For It How Should We Relate to Politics? Brad Bailey – May 18, 2008 Continuing is our series entitled “You Asked For It… in which we are focusing on topics which were drawn from a survey of the entire community. Today… How should we relate to the roles of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Forgiveness: A New Weapon Against Abortion

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Jan 14, 2002

A spiritual power that we have not tried: FORGIVENESS

FORGIVENESS: A NEW WEAPON AGAINST ABORTION By Jerry Falwell A. INTRODUCTION: WHAT HAVE WE TRIED? We all agree that Roe v Wade 1973 was a terrible decision by our Supreme Court. Notice what the Church has tried to do to reverse this terrible decision: 1. We preached and taught that ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Judas, A Misguided Heart For God

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jan 12, 2007

The second of series on ‘Developing a Heart for God’

(1) In the introduction to his book, Blink, Malcolm Gladwell tells the story of the ‘statue that did not look right.’ An art dealer who had a very rare statue, called a kouros, in his possession that came from the sixth century BC, (that’s six hundred years before Jesus’ birth), approached the J ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God