Sermons on Warren E Berkley:

The Original Christmas—part 1—what We've Been Missing

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Dec 13, 2008

Did you know that parts of the traditional Christmas story we tell and sing about in our churches are from a 3rd century novel and not the Scriptures?

The Original Christmas—Part 1 What We’ve Been Missing Matthew 2; Luke 2 Every year as Christmas draws near, pastors and churches around the world begin preparing sermons, pageants, cantatas, and a variety of other spectacles to retell the oft-told story of that very first Christmas long, long ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

At The Feet Of Jesus

Contributed by Greg Warren on Mar 19, 2013

This sermon was a part of a series I did during our church's annual 21-day church-wide fast. We were looking at different elements of a fast. This message focuses on a fast as a time to simply sit at the feet of Jesus and enjoy His presence.

Today I want to take a closer look at the life of a woman we meet in the Bible. She seems to have this “intimacy with God” thing figured out about as well as anyone. Her name is Mary. And the interesting thing about Mary is where you often find her in relation to Jesus in various ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Breaking Point: Revival Or Wrath

Contributed by Greg Warren on Apr 8, 2013

America is at a moral breaking point similar to those reached by Israel at various points in her history. These breaking points were either followed by revival or God's judgment. Will America learn from the lessons of history?

One of the greatest revivals in American history happened right here in Kentucky. Perhaps you’ve heard of the Cane Ridge Revival that took place not too far from here in Bourbon County in the early 1800’s. It has been described as the largest and most famous camp meeting of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Repentance: Agreeing With God

Contributed by Greg Warren on Apr 15, 2013

Talks about what repentance is, its importance in salvation, and its importance as a foundation for revival.

(Some of the illustrations and a few of the points in this message were gained from researching what other contributors to this wonderful site have shared on this subject. Credit and thanks to them.) Last week, we talked about the importance of humbling ourselves before God. We talked about ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Forgiveness: The Power Of Letting Go Series

Contributed by Greg Warren on Apr 22, 2013

Forgiveness of others is essential for receiving forgiveness from God. It's also important for experiencing joy, discovering peace, and reconciling with our past.

I’m so glad that I have finally found a church where everyone is good to everyone all the time and no one ever gets their feelings hurt or does mean things to one another. I hope you detect the sarcasm I am using to make a point here. The truth is that we face the potential for hurt ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:23-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Conspiracy Of Compassion Series

Contributed by Greg Warren on May 13, 2013

Challenges listeners to put their love into action and demonstrate the love of Jesus through acts of compassion. Also discusses the power of acts of compassion as ways to open doors of evangelism.

What is compassion? Compassion is an expected output of true love. “Compassion” = A feeling of deep sympathy and sorrow for someone in the midst of a tragedy, accompanied by a desire to alleviate the suffering. It’s the most important thing you put on every morning. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let's Quit With The Excuses, Shall We?

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Aug 8, 2013

How is it that we, the Body of Christ, ignore fulfilling in the lives of those sitting in our pews His self-identified mission as described in Isaiah 61:1-3 and Luke 4:18-21?

I’m tired...so very tired. Not tired of body, but tired in soul. There is something troubling my heart that I have to speak today, something I have to get out in front of those who call themselves “the Redeemed”. I will be brief, but I will be clear. The words of Isaiah 61:1-3 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Protecting The Unity Of The Church

Contributed by Greg Warren on Jun 16, 2021

The importance of protecting the unity of the church and practical principles and steps for doing so.

We'd like to think that the church is immune to conflict and disagreement. After all, we're all Christians here. Right? Well, don't be naive. Hopefully, we're all striving to be like Christ. But we're also humans who sometimes fall short. We say things or react before we ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-23, Matthew 18:15-17, 1 Peter 3:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Discipline Is The Master Key Series

Contributed by Joe Warren on Feb 2, 2025

Discipline is the master key that unlocks the door to greatness.

Discipline is the master key that unlocks the door to greatness. 24?Don’t you realize that in a race everyone runs, but only one person gets the prize? So run to win! 25?All athletes are disciplined in their training. They do it to win a prize that will fade away, but we do it for an eternal ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Discipline - The Power Of Why Series

Contributed by Joe Warren on Feb 8, 2025

CS Lewis – In his book Mere Christianity. Temperance “Discipline” is the forgotten cardinal virtue of Christianity. Discipline Defined Discipline is the unshakable commitment to do what must be done, no matter how you feel. “Choosing what we want most over what we want now.” Craig Groeschel

Intro: Continue in our series Day One Run to Win Paul is urging us to approach life like serious competitors—not casual joggers. How many of us want A greater relationship with God • In your marriage • In your carrier • In your parenting • Relationships with other people • In your finances ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Hebrews 12:11

Avoid Quarreling

Contributed by Warren Curry on Dec 19, 2024

Arguments happens... but avoiding them actually honors the Lord.

Let’s be honest… we all have engaged in some form of argument, debate, or quarrel… • Parent/child • Siblings • Husband/wife • Co-workers • Boss/employee • Political stances • Sport rivalries • Cultural ideologies • Religious viewpoints • And most likely which direction the toilet paper should ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:22-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Intimacy With God

Contributed by Warren Curry on Dec 19, 2024

Intimacy is more than knowing about someone... it's actually knowing them and being known by them.

Have you ever considered yourself a man/woman who has intimacy with God? I know, the term intimacy brings to mind certain images/thoughts we might reserve for husbands and wives, but intimacy with God ought to go further and deeper than that. Hosea 2:19-20 (NLT) (God describing the relationship He ...read more

Scripture: John 17:3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Unity Of Believers

Contributed by Warren Curry on Dec 19, 2024

Too many believers have been plagued by identity politics... Identifying oneself with a narrower description rather than what truly matters... Christian, child of God, follower of Jesus

Christians, believers, disciples, followers, children of God, brethren, the church, saints, people of God and others… • Each of these terms are used in Scripture to describe those who belong to God • But not just belong to God, but belong to God through faith in Jesus Christ • Jesus is the unifying ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Run To Win Series

Contributed by Joe Warren on Jan 29, 2025

So many Day 1’s in our lives • Day 1 of coming to this earth

Day 1 when you say your first word • Day 1 take your first step • Day 1 of starting school • Day one of the first Date • Day one of Marriage • Day 1 of a new job • Day 1 of making Jesus Lord • Day 1 of this year Lets make today Day one: Day 1: Run to Win Lets make today Day one ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Broken Chains Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 24, 2003

Jesus breaks the chains of sin and death for those who are baptized into Him

INTRODUCTION • Over the past few weeks we have been looking at the life-changing book of Romans. Throughout the book thus far we have seen the connection of faith to salvation. In order for us to be justified (or declared innocent) before God, we must have faith in Jesus. We also have seen that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ