Sermons on Way Of Escape:

Looking Closer At The Triumphal Entry Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 2, 2020

This is the 37th sermon in a series from the Gospel of John. In this sermon we examine the crowds that shouted Hosanna during the Triumphal Entry, but then later demanded that Jesus be crucified, and we discuss what led to this, and how true faith differs from this.

Looking Closer at the Triumphal Entry (John Part 37) Text: John 12:9-19 We’re continuing on with John’s Gospel this morning, and we’re looking at a text that usually gets addressed on Palm Sunday; we call it the Triumphal Entry. It’s when Jesus enters Jerusalem, riding on a young donkey, and the ...read more

Scripture: John 12:9-19, 1 John 3:4-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Our Christian Faith - The Book Of James

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Oct 9, 2020

James teaches about the principles we must follow within our Christians lives. He teaches us how to live by faith and the law of the Lord. These principles are what separate us from the world, for we are children of God.

Our Christian Faith So then, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath. - James 1:19 Today, let us meditate on the title of ‘Christian Faith’. When we are going on a trip, it is good to read a map so that we know how to get to our destination. We will know ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19, James 1:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Inadequacy Of The Old Covenant ( Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 27, 2020

Although the first-century Jews felt such a fascination with the Mosaic covenant, they didn't understand the covenant to be the proclamation of the gospel that it was intended to be (4:1-2).

3/13/20 Tom Lowe Title: The Inadequacy of the Old Covenant (Heb. 8:7-9) Text: Hebrews 8:7-9 (NIV) 7For if there had been nothing wrong with that first covenant, no place would have been sought for another. 8But God found fault with the people and said: “The days are coming, declares the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:7-9

Denomination: Baptist

Take Risk Without Fear

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 10, 2020

Let us take a risk without fear and God blesses us in our risks.

Take Risk Without Fear Matthew 25:14-30 Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, Today we have the text from the Gospel of Matthew (Matthew 25:14-30) for our reflection. Jesus told his disciples this parable: “A man going on a journey called in his servants and entrusted his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Other

Lesson 19: Preach A Doctrine Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 26, 2018

How to preach a doctrinal sermon

Lesson Goal This lesson is designed to encourage preachers to teach an occasional doctrinal or theological sermon. Lesson Intro Too many people today have gotten the idea that doctrine is not important. Yet, that kind of statement is itself a doctrine. How do you tell a counterfeit note? Any ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

When Less Is Best Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Apr 2, 2018

Simplicity is a spiritual discipline that is, too often, left unpracticed in our consumeristic western culture.

This morning we begin a four-week journey dealing with the stewardship of life. Over the next four weeks we’ll take a look at the futility that comes from longing for more in a culture of enough, then we’ll take a look at the power of debt to cause stress in our lives. In week three, we discover ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:4-6

Denomination: Methodist

A Gospel Presentation

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Apr 2, 2018

A sermon examining the Gospel of Jesus Christ

A Gospel Presentation I Corinthians 15:1-11 The Resurrection is the doctrine that sets Christianity apart from all other religions. There is no denying the fact that Muhammad lived, but he died and remains dead today. Buddha once lived but he died, and that fact will never change. Joseph ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Your Heart’s Desire

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 15, 2018

THIS IS A VALENTINE'S DAY MESSAGE. IT ASKS THE QUESTION "DO WE HAVE A HEART'S DESIRE TO SEE PEOPLE SAVED?"

WHAT IS YOUR HEART’S DESIRE ROMANS 9:1-3, 10:1-4 IF I WERE TO ASK , “WHAT IS YOUR HEART’S DESIRE”, YOU WOULD HAVE MANY ANSWERS. SOME OF YOU MIGHT WANT TO SEE A LOVED ONE YOU HAVEN’T HAD CONTACT WITH IN A LONG TIME. OTHERS MIGHT WANT TO CELEBRATE A SPECIAL DAY, LIKE CHRISTMAS, JUST ONE MORE TIME, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Not For Sale, Trade, Or Compromise: My Birthright

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 15, 2018

We must take our stand as Christians and not barter our consecration, our morals, our faith in the supernatural God, or compromise on the rapture. We have a great inheritance coming; don't lose it!

NOT FOR SALE, TRADE, OR COMPROMISE: MY BIRTHRIGHT 1 Kgs. 21:1-15 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A four-year-old boy accompanied his expectant mother to the doctor’s office. When the mother heaved a sigh and clutched her stomach, her son looked alarmed. "Mommy, what is it?" He asked. 2. "The baby ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:1-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Psalm 91 - The Secret Place

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Mar 19, 2019

This message takes a somewhat detailed look at Psalm 91.

Let’s begin. We’re going to be in Psalm 91 this morning. (Read through the entire Psalm before delivering the message) (1) He that dwelleth in the secret pace of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty, The first thing I want to point out: you have to make a decision to dwell. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 31:20, Psalm 32:7, John 17:17, Amos 4:2, Psalm 112:7-8, 1 Peter 5:8, Luke 10:19, Colossians 1:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Book Of Mark

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 31, 2019

What you will find here is an outline for the entire book of Mark. I hope this outline is helpful to you for sermon preparation. I know it will be helpful if you plan to preach through the book of Mark.

MARK RECORDS IN RAPID SUCCESSION SPECIFIC EVENTS FROM THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST IN ORDER TO PRESENT THE GOSPEL TO A ROMAN AUDIENCE, PROVING THAT JESUS IS THE CHRIST, THE SON OF GOD, AND TO PROVIDE A PATTERN OF DISCIPLESHIP THROUGH THE MODEL OF A SERVANT, CLIMAXING IN HIS DEATH AND ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Friend (James 4)

Contributed by Victor Yap on Apr 4, 2019

THE PURSUIT OF UNHAPPINESS (JAMES 4)

GOD’S FRIEND (JAMES 4:1-10) A clergyman once met an old schoolmate of whose activities he had long been ignorant, and finding him a judge of good standing congratulated him upon his success in life. As they were parting, the clergyman said to him, “And best of all, Judge, I find you are a member of ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Blessed Assurance (James 1)

Contributed by Victor Yap on Apr 4, 2019

BLESSED ENDURANCE (JAMES 1)

BLESSED ENDURANCE (JAMES 1) On August 6, 2018, I went to the host church to for the Hong Kong – Kowloon Revival Meetings. The speaker who was recently ill passionately quoted Zinzendorf’s philosophy of life: To preach the gospel, to die and to be forgotten. I reacted immediately because I did ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christmas - If Jesus Had Never Come!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Dec 7, 2019

In essence, this story reminds us of God’s greatest gift – Jesus, His Son, whose birth we are celebrating. And the message that this story proclaims is still true - whoever has the Son gets it all!

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK Text: 1 John 5:11-12; Colossians 1:15-16 ILL. Years ago, there was a very wealthy man who, with his son, shared a passion for art. Together they ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:11-12, Colossians 1:15-16, John 14:27, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Matthew 25:21, Revelation 21:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Cross Purposes 2: Suffering For Us Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Dec 13, 2019

On the cross, 1) Christ joined in our suffering, 2) Christ bore the results of our sin, 3) Christ gives us hope when we suffer

CROSS PURPOSES 2: SUFFERING FOR US Suffering is a fact of life. People get sick, and die. Some endure constant pain or loss of abilities. Some feel the ache of loneliness or loss. Some are bullied, abused, abandoned, or enslaved. The world is a place of suffering. War, disease, natural disasters, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12, Mark 8:28-33, Hebrews 2:10-11, Colossians 1:24-27, 1 Corinthians 4:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed