Sermons on Wicked People:

An Outline Of Acts 24

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jan 21, 2024

Paul is now on trial before Felix, the Roman governor, in Casearea. He was accused of several things, made his defense, and even shared the Gospel with Felix and his Jewish wife, Drusilla. It didn't end well for Paul, though.

Introduction: This chapter records the trial of Paul before Felix, the Roman governor; Paul's defense; and a summary of the events taking place after all of this. Most of the text is like a transcript of who said what. The chapter may also give a glimpse of courtroom or trial procedures of that ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

An Outline Of Acts 25

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jan 23, 2024

Porcius Festus inherited (!) Paul when Felix left. This chapter covers Paul's second (at least) trial before a Roman official, his appeal to Caesar, and a visit by King Agrippa. Paul shared his testimony with these and more!

An outline of Acts 25 Introduction: this chapter covers Paul's second trial (at least) before a Roman official; this time, Porcius Festus, who replaced Felix. Felix had left Paul in jail, basically, to please the Jews even though Felix knew Paul was innocent. Festus appears to start where ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Experiencing The Depths Of Jesus Christ: Launching Out Toward The Heart Of God Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jan 27, 2024

Delving into the Christian classic "Experiencing the Depths of Jesus Christ" by Jeanne Guyon. Looking at what it means to have a deep, meaningful relationship with God through Jesus Christ. Looking at our heart, God's heart, and union with God's heart.

Today we’re going to set out on an adventure. We’re going to launch out into the depths of God and seek to discover a beautiful mystery, called “the depths of Jesus Christ.” We all long I think for a deeper more meaningful relationship with God. Yet I think for a lot of us it may seem out of reach. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7, John 7:34, Romans 8:32

Denomination: Salvation Army

Loving Unbelievers (The Lost) Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 9, 2024

We must recognize that unconcern for non-believers is, in one way, a spiritual growth issue. The closer we get to Jesus, the clearer we will see how much He loves non-believers.

Series : PURSUING THE LOVE OF GOD Part 7 Topic : LOVING UNBELIEVERS (THE LOST) I. Introductory Remarks. John 3:16 "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. During the past few weeks we have ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

The Devil Trap. - Fear, Worry And Anxiety

Contributed by Louis Mare on Dec 10, 2024

Let me ask you: how many of you have ever driven in thick fog? You cannot see ahead, you cannot see the road signs, and you cannot see other vehicles. As I describe this, what feeling are you currently experiencing?

Well, good morning Newlife Church, and yes, 2024 is almost upon us. Man, this year seems to have flown by, and we’re already in December, preparing for the carol service tonight. I know many of you, like me, are wondering, “Where has this year gone?” It felt like January was just yesterday. I also ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:24-31, 1 Kings 19:2-4, John 8:44, John 8:32, Isaiah 41:10, 2 Timothy 1:7, Philippians 4:19, Hebrews 12:2, Philippians 2:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Walking Through The Valley Of Death With The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Dec 14, 2024

The Valley of Death is a real place and also metaphoric for describing life's trials and daring challenges. Fearlessly, we can walk through any Valley of Death with Jesus, the Good Shephard

The readings you/we have just read are among my most loved passages from God's Word. I know that you love them the most, too. Psalm 23, which we love so much, is, without any doubt, the song of our souls as we live this life as Christians. Even if only we were made to recite and memorise ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:19-25

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Children Are Windows To Heaven Series

Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Dec 14, 2024

Babies and toddlers are windows to Heaven, our Home. I often ask them to tell me of their memories of Heaven because they still remember Home and are windows for us to glimpse into our unfathomable, infinite, glorious Home we have forgotten about.

One thing you may not have heard me say is that I have enjoyed a love affair with children, especially newborns, infants, and toddlers. This love affair started in 1991 when my wife was pregnant with our first child. Let me share with you how this love affair began. In 1990, I was in my second ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-37, Philippians 1:21-23, Isaiah 25:8-12, Colossians 3:1-7

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Zechariah Vs Mary: Response To Gabriel

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 18, 2024

Imagine Mary & Zechariah COMPARING NOTES about their encounters with Gabriel. Mary & Elizabeth TALKED about God, were FILLED with the Holy Spirit, and PROPHESIED; Zechariah was not. Unbelief has embarrassing consequences!

ZECHARIAH VS MARY: RESPONSE TO GABRIEL Luke 1:13-67 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: One Liners 1. If you think you’re too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito. 2. Happy is the person who can laugh at himself. He will never be short on entertainment. 3. Some call it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:13-67

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rejoice In The Lord Always Series

Contributed by Steven Devroy on Jan 3, 2025

As believers we are called to always rejoice!

Opener: Welcome and good morning everyone ! So blessed to see everyone here today! If you do not know me, my name is Pastor Steven and I am one of the Pastors here at Family of Christ. This morning we are concluding the book of Philippians. We started this journey four weeks ago and that first ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

An Unusual Robbery

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 3, 2025

Everything belongs to God and we are stewards of what God entrusts to us. God requires we give back to Him a tenth of all our income. God tells us that to fail to pay tithes is to rob Him of what's His. If we do tithe we receive a seventh-fold blessing.

AN UNUSUAL ROBBERY Mal. 3:8-12 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A pastor of a country church was talking to one of his church members about tithing. He asked him, “Jim, if you had 100 horses, would you give 10 of them to the Lord?” The farmer answered, “Yes Pastor, I’d give 10 of them to the Lord.” ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Gining Grit Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 16, 2025

To gain grit, the grit to persevere, we need to do some things

Gaining Grit Jeffery Anselmi / General Adult Core 52 / Perseverance / Hebrews 12:1–2 To gain grit, the grit to persevere, we need to do some things INTRODUCTION - How does a person persevere when it is not easy to do so? - How does an athlete push hard as their body is hurting and it does not ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Eat The Frog Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 26, 2025

Discover how trusting God to tackle life’s challenges—your ‘frogs’—can lead to incredible spiritual growth and transform your journey of faith.

Eat the Frog Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons/ Do you remember the day you were born again? That incredible moment when you, though still a babe in Christ (1 Corinthians 3:1-2), felt the overwhelming joy of passing from death to life, eternally sealed as a child of the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23, Matthew 6:33, Matthew 7:7-12, Philippians 4:8, 1 Peter 1:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Sisera's Mother-Her Son Was Missing In Action Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on May 8, 2023

She had to be proud of him--he was a high-ranking officer in the army. But when the battle was over and he didn't come home, she began to have some concerns. "Missing" is the worst status ever for a soldier.

Introduction: Nearly everyone who has ever served in the military is aware of the risk in any armed conflict. Some warriors are killed in action, others are taken prisoner, but the worst fate of all is to be listed as missing. Sisera’s mother was one of the many mothers whose son never came home ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Five Ways To Keep Mom From Running Away

Contributed by John Gaston on May 12, 2023

We should be a blessing to our Mothers by loving them unconditionally, verbalizing our love, giving them gifts, giving them the day off, and praying for them. This message contains many humorous anecdotes.

FIVE WAYS TO KEEP MOM FROM RUNNING AWAY 2 Tim. 1:5 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: “$150 a Week to Talk about Mom” 1. Three Moms were bragging about their grown sons. The first one told of the extravagant birthday parties her son threw for her. “Why he even hired a band for my last birthday.” 2. The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Four W's Of Motherhood

Contributed by Gerald Manning on May 13, 2023

Women Waiting Working Wondering

SERMON: WAITING, WORKING, WONDERFUL WOMEN Mother's Day sermons are among the most difficult of all for me to prepare and deliver. The reasons are several .... like, what can I say that hasn't been said, before? Or ... what can I say, when somewhere in the congregation there is almost ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene