Sermons on Writer:

Jesus Christ: The Light And Life Of The World

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 13, 2021

John's Gospel is based on his personal testimony and eyewitness account of what the Lord Jesus Christ taught, demonstrated, and affirmed to show His people and all humanity that He is God Incarnate come to live among us and fulfill the role of Redeemer and Savior.

Every writer who penned down the Holy Scriptures did so under the anointing of the Holy Spirit and a reverence towards Almighty God. Every word was written down with the sense that these men from all walks of life and who lived at different times in history were in communication with the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5, Genesis 1:1, 1 John 1:1, Colossians 1:16, John 14:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Break The Silence

Contributed by Pamela Johnson on Jun 22, 2019

I had read this Psalms 100 more than once and still I found myself searching the scriptures to find something else. But God kept leading me back to Psalm 100 and He then said, “Break the Silence.”

Break the Silence Psalm 100 June 1, 2008 Minister Pamela L. Johnson This month our theme is “The Courage to Be Powerful”. I want to provide an addendum to this theme “The Courage to Be Powerful in Our Praise.” In preparation for this message I struggled a little. Not because I have trouble ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Perfection Of The Heavenly Sanctuary Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 31, 2020

Verses 11 and 12 contrast “the good things to come” with the types and shadows of the Old Covenant ─ the precious blood of the Lamb of God. The perfect tabernacle in contrast with the sanctuary made of earthly materials; the precious blood of the Lamb of God in contrast to the blood of animals.

Lesson 28 IE3b. The Perfection of the Heavenly Sanctuary (Heb. 9:11-12) Text (KJV) 11 But Christ being come an high priest of good things to come, by a greater and more perfect tabernacle, not made with hands, that is to say, not of this building; 12 Neither by the blood of goats and calves, but ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On Repentance

Contributed by William Meakin on Mar 14, 2022

Some people in life bitterly regret certain remarks or actions after the event.

Thomas Merton, an American Trappist monk, writer and theologian once remarked: “God does not demand that every man attain to what is theoretically highest and best. It is better to be a good street sweeper than a bad writer, better to be a good bartender than a bad doctor, and the repentant thief ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9, Acts 17:30, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Matthew 3:8

The Challenge Of Church In The 21st Century

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jul 17, 2022

Doing church today is different and difficult.

The Challenge of Church in the 21st Century Matthew 16:13-20 13 When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, saying, Whom do men say that I the Son of man am? 14 And they said, Some say that thou art John the Baptist: some, Elias; and others, Jeremias, or one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Final Hours Of The Lord Jesus - From Gethsemane To Golgotha Series

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jul 19, 2021

Chapters 14-15 of Mark's Gospel gives us an account of the final hours in Jesus' life as he faced hostility, mockery, torment, and the agony that would be placed upon Him as He stayed on the cross for the sake of our sins.

It was not long after the Lord Jesus presented His prophetic discourse on the Mount of Olives that the drama of the crucifixion began to fall into place. At what is referred to as the "Last Supper", He told His disciples that the bread and wine they had consumed was a symbol of His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-42, Mark 14:43-50, Mark 14:66-72, Mark 15:21-32

Denomination: Baptist

Rooted And Grounded In Love Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Aug 21, 2021

Proper 12 (17) Ninth Sunday after Pentecost July 25, 2021 Prayer is an Action word! We are rooted in the love of Christ!

Sermon Text: “History will have to record that the greatest tragedy of this period of social transition was not the strident clamor of the bad people, but the appalling silence of the good people.” – Martin Luther King, Jr. This quote has haunted me – perhaps for years – but especially since George ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: United Methodist

The Providential Care Of The Lord: An Exposition Of Psalm 147

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 26, 2020

God is personally involved in every detail of your life.

The Providential Care of the LORD: An Exposition of Psalm 147 The 147th Psalm is one of collection of five psalms which end the psalter. Each of them begin and end with “Praise Ye the LORD” (Hallelujah). Each of them gives reasons why the LORD should be praised. These reasons together compose a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:12-20, Psalm 147:1-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Not Ashamed Of The Gospel

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Oct 15, 2021

Paul tells Timothy not to be ashamed of the gospel. Christians today can also face that temptation. Paul then gives some solid arguments why Timothy shouldn't be ashamed of the gospel, and they help us too!

‘So do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord’ Today we’re starting a new four-week series on 2 Timothy. I’m looking forward to this short series! Over the years I’ve studied a number of the New Testament letters but I’ve never really studied 2 Timothy. I’m interested to find out what ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing! 1 And 2 Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 8, 2020

Christmas celebrates the birthday of the King of Kings. But what is the nature of this King, and why did He come?

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing! 1 and 2 (topical, first two stanzas) 1. We associate many things with the Christmas season,including presents. 2. One Christmas my husband put an assortment of beauty products in my stocking. I tried one of the facial masks, and was about to wash it off when my ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14, Luke 2:1-25, Jeremiah 23:5, Romans 5:10, Psalm 2:2-3, Hebrews 1:5-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Blue Christmas: A Reflection From The 137th Psalm

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 12, 2020

Sometimes it is hard for people to be merry in the Christmas season.

Blue Christmas: A Reflection from the 137th Psalm Christmas is supposed to be a season of joy. It is a time we reflect upon the heavenly army singing “Peace on Earth and goodwill to men. Even the world joins in with Christmas lights and parties and singing songs like “Have a Holly Jolly Christmas. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Mary Magdalene: A Demon Possed And Blessed Woman

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Apr 6, 2025

Mary Magdalene was a woman, whom Jesus delivered from the seven evil spirit. When Jesus resurrected from the dead, He chose to appeared to her. Why?

Today and next week, we will look at the last passage in the Gospel of Mark, which is chapter 16:9-20. If you notice, most English translations of the Bible, except the “King James Version,” note that verses 9 through 20 are additions. So, this section was not written by Mark but was added later. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:9-14, Mark 16:9-20, Luke 8:2, Luke 7:36-38, Luke 8:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Express Our Gratitude?

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Nov 18, 2024

This sermon, which was taken from many sources, shows many ways to express our gratitude.

Opening: Rudyard Kipling was a great writer and poet whose writings we have all enjoyed. Unlike many old writers, Kipling was one of the few who had the opportunity to enjoy his success while he lived. He also made a great deal of money at his trade. One day a newspaper reporter came to him and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:16, Ephesians 5:19, Ephesians 4:25, Matthew 22:37, 1 John 4:10, 1 John 4:19, 2 Corinthians 5:14-15, Matthew 20:28, John 10:10, 1 Chronicles 29:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go! And Do Not Turn Back - Hebrews 10:39 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 17, 2025

We live in an age of constant distraction. People start diets but give up in a week. Gym memberships are abandoned after January. Careers are changed at the first sign of hardship. Sadly, this same spirit of giving up can seep into our spiritual lives.

Go! And Do Not Turn Back - Hebrews 10:39 (NLT) Introduction: The Call to Press On We live in an age of constant distraction. People start diets but give up in a week. Gym memberships are abandoned after January. Careers are changed at the first sign of hardship. Sadly, this same spirit of giving ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:39, Luke 9:62, Genesis 19:26, Exodus 16:3, Hebrews 11:1, Romans 1:17, 1 Peter 1:8-9, Romans 10:9, John 14:6, Acts 3:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And Enter His Rest - Hebrews 4:9 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 27, 2025

We live in a world that is constantly restless—our culture prizes busyness, our calendars are full, and our minds are rarely still. Yet the Bible speaks of a special rest that God has prepared for His people.

Go! And Enter His Rest - Hebrews 4:9 Hebrews 4:9 – “So there is a special rest still waiting for the people of God.” (NLT) Introduction: Restless in a Restless World We live in a world that is constantly restless. Think about it—our culture prizes busyness, our calendars are full, and our minds ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:9, Hebrews 4:1, Matthew 11:28-30, Hebrews 3:19, Psalm 95:7-8, John 3:36, Hebrews 4:10, Colossians 2:16-17, John 19:30, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal