Sermons on World Authorities:

Changing The World

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 25, 2011

The speakers at the ReFRESH Conference (Sherwood Church, Albany, GA) spoke to this scripture until it birthed in me the finding of an answer. May it speak to & through you.

Changing the World Isaiah 6:1-13 * Have you ever given any real thought to what it might take to change this world? (I.E. country, community, church) * Most people would suggest legislation, delegation, and even litigation, but none of these will work. Do you know why? Simply put, it has to do ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Light Of The World Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 6, 2012

As the Synod Fathers gather to begin the year of faith, we consider the role of the Church as she takes up the mission of Christ to bring together all the people of the world in praise and obedience.

October 8, 2012 Monday of 27th Week in Course Vatican II As we begin the year of faith this week, I feel called to begin a new sermon series, setting for my theme the Holy Father’s admonition to return to the Documents of Vatican Council II. The Fathers of the Church were particularly ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Catholic

The World In The Church

Contributed by Martin Holland on Oct 18, 2012

This church instead of impacting the world the world had an impact on it. Sadly to say this appears to be much like today.

The World in the Church Revelation 2:12-17 We are about to study the third Church in which the Lord writes. The Church of Ephesus was challenged to fall in love with Him again and the Church of Smyrna was praise for their faithful in the mist of persecution. They were poor by the world’s ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Joy To The World

Contributed by James Kevin Bachmann on Dec 10, 2011

A twice-daily spiritual examination can bring to yus the joy of Christ's revelation in his closeness to us.

Joy to the World We rejoice at our enlightenment, the coming of the Light to the world! The darkness that results from our lack of understanding is diminished. We come to see more and more of what has been a cloud of unknowing, the title of a 14th-century book on mysticism. This unknowing is ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-28

Denomination: Catholic

As The World Turns

Contributed by Darren Sirmans on Dec 12, 2011

I want Jesus to turn your life around

ISAIAH 4 : 2 Jesus writes messages and if he doesn’t reveal them, it’s still from the Lord. The carnal man is involved in being the best. Man has taken credit for his wisdom, and stare those down who step up to the plate; and he claims to like the stars that look like those who stepped ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 4:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

End Of The World? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 4, 2012

Is the end of the world really coming and how do we handle it?

Based on the calendar we use, in a few hours we will be celebrating the end of a year and welcoming a new one! Now, according to the Mayan Calendar, what is supposed to happen in our year 2012?? Do you really believe that the end of the world is supposed to happen sometime next year? You know, I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:6-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Acorns For The World

Contributed by Andrew Warriner on Apr 24, 2013

A sermon to highlight the desparate need of others at home and overseas

Acorns for the world. “While women weep, as they do now, I’ll fight; while little children go hungry, as they do now, I’ll fight; while men go to prison, in and out, in and out, as they do now, I’ll fight; while there is a drunkard left, while there is a poor lost girl ...read more

Scripture: John 6:5-13

Denomination: Salvation Army

A World Of Hurt

Contributed by Jim Nicodem on Jul 22, 2009

A message detailing humanity’s responsibility to God and each other to take care of the planet.

Intro: Several years ago, my car was in the body shop for an extended period of time -- and so, a friend of mine offered me the use of one of his cars. It was a Cadillac. I wasn’t used to driving such a nice car. I tried to refuse my friend’s offer -- but he insisted. I was "forced" to bum around ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Attractive World

Contributed by Martin Holland on Sep 7, 2012

One of the biggest challenges for believers today is to dwell in this world and yet remain his or her distance from its fatal attraction.

The Attractive World 1 John 2:15-17 The world is an environment that we dwell in. We have families, jobs, we own things and involve ourselves in worldly activities. Though there is maybe nothing wrong with any of these things they make it easier for us to become attached to the world beyond that ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

The End Of The World

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 16, 2011

Lots of misinformation out there about the coming of Christ and the End of the World. But we have the truth right here from the mouth of our Savior and Coming King.

Passage: Matthew 24:29-35 Intro: Now that I am getting older, I am receiving two pieces of mail consistently 1. invitations to join AARP 2. invitations for a free meal if I will listen to retirement investment advice. 3. change is coming, no more working means no more income. SS? 4. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:29-35

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Crossroads Of The World

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 20, 2013

Israel is literally the crossroads of the world in physical and spiritual ways.

1. A man went on vacation to the Holy Land with his wife and her mother. While in Israel, the mother-in-law died from a heart attack. The couple went to a local undertaker, who explained that they could either ship the body home which would cost more than $1500, or they could bury her right there ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Crossroads Of The World

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 22, 2013

The Land of Israel was promised to the descendants of Abraham for some key reasons!

1. A man went on vacation to the Holy Land with his wife and her mother. While in Israel, the mother-in-law died from a heart attack. The couple went to a local undertaker, who explained that they could either ship the body home which would cost more than $1500, or they could bury her right there ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Mar 15, 2010

Jesus has told us in His own words: He is the only true light leading to salvation!

The Light of the World In His Own Words 10/19/08 PM Text: John 8:12 INTRODUCTION: Jesus made an incredible statement to the Jews in response to a discussion about the greatness of Abraham. This is what Jesus said: John 8:58 (NASB) Jesus said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, before Abraham was ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

End Of The World Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on May 23, 2011

Do I truly believe that the end of this world can happen in my lifetime; therefore am I living for God eternal who is my only Righteous judge?

1 Thessalonians 4:16-18 read, For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 12:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Witness To The World

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 17, 2014

Today, I want to talk about a job that Jesus has given to every one of His children. On His last day on earth, and just before He ascended back to the Father, He gave us what we call the Great Commission.

10-13-05 Title: A Witness to the World Text: Walk in wisdom toward those who are outside, redeeming the time. Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer each one. (Colossians 4:5-6, NKJV) Introduction I want to begin with a joke. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:5-6

Denomination: Baptist