Sermons on What A Man Should Avoid:

Foretells His Death And Resurrection (Third Prediction) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 27, 2017

Peter had called Jesus’ attention to the sacrifice he and the other disciples had made. “Then Peter said, Lo, we have left all, and followed thee.” Now, Jesus rivets the attention of the group on the infinitely greater sacrifice He is about to make.

Near Jordan Foretells His Death and Resurrection (Third Prediction) (Ps. 22) Matthew 20:17-19, Mark 10:32-34, Luke 18:31-34 Peter had called Jesus’ attention to the sacrifice he and the other disciples had made. Just three verses earlier we read, “Then Peter said, Lo, we have left all, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:17-19, Mark 10:32-34, Luke 18:31-34

Denomination: Baptist

Three Critical Investments Of Family Leadership Series

Contributed by Vince Miller on Oct 3, 2019

One of the greatest privileges of being a father and husband is the opportunity you’ll have in leading your family. At the same time, it’s one of those responsibilities that leaves men feeling inadequate.

The Great Leadership Opportunity One of the greatest privileges of being a father and husband is the opportunity you’ll have in leading your family. At the same time, it’s one of those responsibilities that leaves men feeling inadequate. Many of you feel this way because you lacked a model of ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:7

Denomination: Baptist

Jerusalem- Conversations About Jesus Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 6, 2023

This is the 30th Sermon in the Series "Biblical Cities- Jerusalem".

Series: Biblical Cities- Jerusalem [#30] JERUSALEM- CONVERSATIONS ABOUT JESUS Matthew 23:37 Introduction: We are continuing in our Series about the most mentioned City in the Bible- Jerusalem. Matthew 23:37 We looked at Jesus healing the blind man last week and tonight we are going to see ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:37, John 9:8-38

Denomination: Baptist

Shame You Don’t Deserve - Mark 15:21 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on May 27, 2024

What do you do when the opinions of others mean too much to you? You can’t stand it when certain people disapprove of you, maybe you’re a people pleaser or you shy away from conflict. How do you escape the fear of man?

Mark 15:21 A certain man from Cyrene, Simon, the father of Alexander and Rufus, was pass-ing by on his way in from the country, and they forced him to carry the cross. Introduction Simon Well, they finally wrap up their gruesome vaudeville entertainment session and get on with the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21, Matthew 27:32, Luke 23:26

Fall Of A Superhero

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Feb 24, 2012

Samson was a superhero as long as he walked with God, without God, he failed. You either go with God, or go alone.

Intro: the year was 1973—a horse called Big Red—Secretariat had won a few races and then lost one a few weeks before the Kentucky derby—there were mixed feelings of whether this would be a super horse—it had been 25 years since Citation had won the triple crown—well ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Book That Tells Us About Jesus Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on May 1, 2020

Before we see what the Bible says about Jesus we should see what kind of Book it is and why we should trust it.

THE BOOK THAT TELL US ABOUT JESUS (Sermon 1 from “The Life of Jesus – Part 1) “In the beginning was the Word and the Word was God / and the Word became flesh and lived with us for awhile.” (John 1:1:1) “In the past, God spoke to our ancestors many times and in many ways / but in these last days ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1, John 1:14, 2 Timothy 3:16, Hebrews 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Physical & Spiritual Perception Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 23, 2015

How’s your eyesight? When you look at Jesus what do you see? A prophet, a teacher, or a miracle worker? If you see more than that, that he’s God’s anointed ruler, then are you taking up your cross every day and following him, submitting to his rule?

Sermon by Rev George Hemmings Last week I had an experience I’m not keen to repeat anytime soon. I had to go into VicRoads. After forty-five minutes I was still waiting for my number to be called. I don’t know how you pass the time in situations like that, but I found myself trying ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Don't Limit God, With Man's Limitations

Contributed by Mark Engler on Oct 14, 2002

I preached this sermon to get the congregation to renew their dedication to serving the Lord. To help them realize it takes the whole congregation if we want the church to grow, not just one person. A lot of this sermon is personal therefore the intro a

“Don’t Limit God With Man’s Limitations” Theme: Our Service to God Text: Romans: 12:1-21 Prop: Every Christian has the responsibility of service Trans: Don’t let the mind of man dictate our service to God. INTRO: I’ve been preaching at this church now for going on 10 months and I think I’m ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Look Back!

Contributed by Troy Mason on Aug 23, 2002

A call to avoid temptation and stay focused on God.

Don’t Look Back! Genesis 19:1-29 Introduction: In Gen 13, Abraham and Lot part company. Abraham chooses God, Lot chooses the world. Though it came disguised as something beautiful (choice fruit in Eden), it was truly ugly and was his downfall. I. The edge of temptation A. Choosing for ourselves, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

In God's Plan - Message 1 Series

Contributed by Charles Jones on Oct 21, 2008

we are going to look to God’s Word to discover what His intentions were for His church, rather than what man’s intentions might be

IN GOD’S PLAN - Today we being a brand new series – Church As God Intended. - In this series we are going to look to God’s Word to discover what His intentions were for His church, rather than what man’s intentions might be. - In other words, we want to dig deep into the Bible and define who we are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon On The Mount (2) Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Feb 1, 2011

Jesus had a great regard for the OT. So should we, but Jesus is looking deeper than a superficial "keeping of rules". He is looking for the character of the man

Story of competitors A few years ago, a Swiss Pharmaceutical Company was looking for a new Marketing Director. After much advertising, three candidates were selected for the final selection process. A mathematician, a statistician and a lawyer. The first to be invited in for the final ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-37

Denomination: Anglican

Seven Hebrew Words Every Christian Should Know. Tefillah- Prayer Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 5, 2017

WE need to understand the nature of prayer if we are going to engage in prayer!

INTRODUCTION • VIDEO CLIP • SLIDE #1 • A comparison of the following book titles on the subject of prayer points up some of the tensions of the subject: • Where Is the Lord of Elijah? (Cox) vs. You Never Walk Alone (Mesner) • How Can God Answer Prayer? (Biederwolf) vs. Getting Things from God ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Modern Day Miracles, Do They Happen As You May Think They Should?

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jul 6, 2025

We read of Jesus, and his disciples too, performing great miracles, and so, after studying Christianity for years, you would think that there would come a point … where we should be equipped to perform some kind of miracle … and we do not, so why?

“Please join me in my prayer.” Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of our hearts, be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, our strength, and our redeemer. Amen. (Ps. 19:14). Introduction: Although this morning’s gospel reading is very familiar, if we look closely, it is a reading that we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-11, Luke 10:16-20

Denomination: Episcopal

Running A Race Is Not All Fun But, We Should Have Joy?

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Aug 4, 2011

James is saying we should have joy when we go through trials or test that God allows us to go through.

James 1:2-5 2 My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations;3 Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience.4 But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.5 If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Temptation

Contributed by Peter Fisher on Mar 9, 2014

The temptation of Christ and how it helps us avoid or resist

Preached at St Johns, Billericay 9 March 2014 Introduction In Oscar Wilde's play “Lady Windemere's Fan” Lord Darlington says “I can resist anything but temptation”. It is said rather flippantly in the play, but for us it is a good starting point. Should we try to resist ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, Romans 5:12-19

Denomination: Anglican