Sermons on Witness For Christ:

Turn The World Upside-Down

Contributed by Mike Lewis on Dec 22, 2022

We exist in a time where great things have happened. We’ve taken extraordinary leaps in technology, travel, and exploration. But with great advancement comes great tragedy. In order to succeed in these areas, there are going to be failures.

WELCOME & GREETINGS - Getting to know new brothers and sisters in Christ in our fellowship. - My prayer this morning is that I can encourage and lift up this congregation with this message. INTRODUCTION We exist in a time where great things have happened. We’ve taken extraordinary leaps in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Leave The Light On Series

Contributed by Joel Smith on Jul 27, 2009

God calls His children to go into the darkness and leave their light on.

Light has amazing qualities. It attracts and transforms. Turn on a light in the darkness outside and watch what happens. Every flying critter within range will flock to it. Turn out all the lights at night in your safe, comfortable house and what happens? It becomes a treacherous obstacle ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:7-14

Denomination: Baptist

Tips From The Truth Thru Testimony Series

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 25, 2009

Principles of testimony

Tips from the Truth for Testimony [Part III] When Paul was given permission to speak before King Agrippa and his wife Bernice in Acts 26, some of the most powerful words of testimony were unleashed upon the lost souls that heard. It brought the king to a place of near decision in just a few ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:4-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Understatements Reveal The Grace Of God

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Jan 31, 2009

Although this is a rewrite of Tom Long’s Sermon, published in 1987, I believe it offers a new perspective. 4th Sunday after Epiphany, series B

4th Sunday after Epiphany, February 1, 2009 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, we thank you for your Son, Jesus the Christ, your incarnate Word, who came to reveal your will and grace for our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Lutheran

The Breastplate Of Righteousness Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jan 15, 2019

Ephesians 6:10-14

GEARING UP FOR WAR - The Breastplate of Righteousness September 18, 2022 Ephesians 6:10-14 Introduction: One of my favorite stories from the book Messy Spirituality goes like this…Mike Yaconelli writes: When my children were young, track meets filled part of each week ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

As Long As I Am In This Tabernacle

Contributed by Herman E. Wesley Iii on Sep 12, 2010

When the Apostle Peter penned his first letter, his aim was to comfort and encourage believers in the midst of suffering and persecution---Something that was happening externally. Three years later, in this letter containing his last words, he writes to

Evangelist Herman E. Wesley III AS LONG AS I AM IN THIS TABERNACLE II Peter 1:12-15 Prepared for Delivery at Southwestern Christian College Annual Southwestern Lectureship / Graham-Kennedy-Farmer Auditorium Tuesday, November 24, 1998 • 7:45 p.m. / Keynote Address THE TEXT "Wherefore I will not ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:12-13

5th Sunday Of Easter, Year B. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 25, 2021

APRIL 28th, 2024.

Acts 8:26-40, Psalm 22:25-31, 1 John 4:7-21, John 15:1-8. (A) THE ETHIOPIAN AMBASSADOR. Acts 8:26-40. Many centuries ago, long before the birth of Jesus, the prophet Isaiah foresaw the suffering of “the Servant of the LORD” in dramatic language which hid nothing of the horror and the power of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40, Psalm 22:25-31, 1 John 4:7-21, John 15:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christian Service Series

Contributed by Rickey Bennett on Aug 19, 2009

Christians have the only truly satisfying and fulfilling reason to go to work: It’s to worship God.

INTRODUCTION Please turn in your Bibles to Colossians 3:22-4:1. We are continuing our study of the letter to the Colossians. In verse 17 where Paul said that we are to do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, which means to do it in a manner that is influenced by the gospel of Jesus Christ ...read more

Denomination: *other

Have You Been Invited? Have You Accepted The Invitation? (1 Peter 2.4-12)

Contributed by Udo Mueller Junior on Feb 25, 2012

We are chosen to: come to Him; to be linving stones in His Holy Temple; to offer sacrifices of worship. we have become His special people; a holy nation; with a specific purpose, to declare the praises of God. The invitation is given; will you come?

Have you been invited? Have you accepted the invitation? (1 Peter 2.4-12) I remember sending out invitations for our wedding, how difficult it was to cut people out. We had a budget, we couldn’t afford to have everyone we loved there, we had to pick a few. How wonderful it is to be invited. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-12

Denomination: Baptist

Sharing Your Faith Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Mar 4, 2009

Sermon #6 in series entitled "I’m in!" focusing on behaviors active church members will participate in. This one deals with sharing your faith. Borrowed from Southeast Christian Church, Louisville, Ky.

Sharing Your Faith I Peter 3:15-16 CHCC: February 8, 2009 INTRODUCTION: SKIT: “I am a Christian and a Saint” The "evangelist" walks up behind a person standing on stage, gets in their face and says, "I am an evangelist! A Christian and a Saint! Are you saved? Are you washed in the blood? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Suffering

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on May 28, 2012

Let’s take a moment to see how like Job we can claim power through suffering.

The Power of Suffering What we learn from Job There is in the human condition a power that is often untapped. This power is suffering. Suffering is the human condition. No person who has lived or will on the earth will be exempt from difficult and trying times. Death comes to us all, and to ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Partnering Together Part 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 22, 2018

Message 8 in our exposition of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians continuing our discussion of the need to work together for God's kingdom.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Serving in Partnership with Each other” I Corinthians 3:5-8a Review Address and Introduction (Greeting and Thanksgiving) 1:1-9 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 A. Reproof concerning divisions 1-4 1. Opening appeal for unity 1:10-17 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:5-8, Ephesians 4:1-7, 1 Corinthians 11:28-31

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Call To Spiritual Maturity Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jun 21, 2021

Timothy was called to be a church leader and were given instructions to be an example to many as he matured spiritually and all Christians are to do the same!

Next week will be our last public worship service; but, no matter where we all end up, we must stay faithful to Jesus Christ for He is faithful to us forever! I will repeat it again next week my final message to you: Stay faithful to Jesus Christ as He is faithful to us forever and we will be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Key To Sharing The Gospel Series

Contributed by Tim White on Jun 20, 2009

Jesus used the physical to reach the spiritual needs of men, gave us the pattern for evangelism, and allowed God to work around Him to accomplish His purpose.

The Key to Sharing the Gospel John 9:35-41 * Review chapter 9:1-34 * Remember, he followed the light he had. He obeyed the instructions he was given. * Read text. * I want to talk about three things this morning found in this passage. * I. Serving the Lord. * II Seeking the Lost. * III. Shedding ...read more

Scripture: John 9:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

Personal... But Not Private

Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 19, 2013

So often when one seeks to discuss a person’s faith they hear in response “I believe that is a personal matter between me and God.” While it is true that salvation is a personal matter, it is not nor was ever meant to be private.

Personal… But Not Private Ephesians 2:8-10 So often when one seeks to discuss a person’s faith they hear in response “I believe that is a personal matter between me and God.” Our society has gotten to the place where it generally regards religion as a completely private matter. You can believe ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist