Sermons on Young People Marching:

Simon Peter Series

Contributed by Ken Gehrels on Apr 3, 2001

Lenten study of Peter’s struggle with guilt & shame

He’s one of the most popular bible characters. Simon Peter. People are attracted to him, perhaps because he seems one of the most real; we can identify with him. He’s almost lovable because of his very transparent humanness. As you follow the account of Jesus’ life and watch Peter move with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:31-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Judas In All Of Us

Contributed by Leon Sanders on May 2, 2001

Judas, the man, was the sum total of the decisions that he himself made.As believers, we make some of the same decisions that effect not only ourselves, but to those to whom we are to reach for Christ.

Introduction: Many of us see The man Judas as a sinister precesence, someone who had an evil look or a devilish grin. In fact, as schocking as it seems, I believe that Judas was just an ordinary man who, because of some of the decisions that he made, missed the truth of who Jesus really was. More ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Introduction To The Gospel Of Luke Series

Contributed by Timothy Archer on Feb 3, 2004

As we begin a study of the Gospel of Luke, let’s look at some of the background behind the book.

Introduction: We are beginning a study of the Gospel of Luke. Since we will spend quite some time in this study, it seems right that we should begin it with some background about the book itself. I. Who was Luke, the author? A. He was the same author as the book of Acts. 1. By comparing the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

These Are The Days Of Elijah Part 2: John The Baptist Series

Contributed by David Petticrew on Mar 16, 2004

Number two in a series looking at the imagery in the modern Hymn These are the days of Elijah, looking at John the Baptist and repentance and holiness.

Introduction As we said this morning we are going to be looking at some of the imagery from These are the Days of Elijah to help us understand the idea of renewal and how it is God can move on us. The imagery from These are the Days of Elijah is all Biblical, which is good, but unfortunately it ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:3-5, Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Holiness

Matthew

Contributed by Kevin Keeling on Mar 19, 2004

Matthew

Matthew MATTHEW: A Teaching Outline Part One: The Presentation of the King (1:1--4:11) I. The Advent ot the King 1:1--2:23 II. The Announcer of the King 3:1-12 III. The Approval of the King 3:13--4:11 Part Two: The Proclamation of the King (4:12--7:29) I. The Background for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Ponderings

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Apr 6, 2004

The impact of meditating on meaningful events in our lives.

Ponderings 15 When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, "Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about." 16 So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger. 17 When ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:15-19

Denomination: Wesleyan

"When God Met The Guy At The Gate"

Contributed by Larry Wood on Apr 29, 2004

Outline on the story of Peter healing the man at the temple.

"WHEN GOD MET THE GUY AT THE GATE" ACTS 3:1-11 I. THE MEN IN TOUCH (1) [THE PRAYERS] A. The Team (1a)"Now Peter and John went up together..." B. The Temple (1b) "...into the temple..." C. The Task (1c) "...at the hour of prayer,..." D. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Zackie's Story Series

Contributed by Timothy Archer on May 3, 2004

This sermon looks at the story of Zacchaeus and the lessons it teaches us

Zackie’s Story Luke 19:1-10 Zachary S. (Zackie to his friends) seemed to have it made. He had a fancy apartment with a shiny yellow sports car out front. Zackie had a comfortable government job, earning good money. Some people said his job was a little too comfortable, that the money was too good. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

La Historia De Zaqui Series

Contributed by Timothy Archer on May 14, 2004

Un relato modernizado de la historia de Zaqueo

La Historia de Zaqui Lucas 19:1-10 Zacarías (Zaqui para sus amigos) parecía tenerlo todo. Tenía un departamento hermoso con un auto deportivo en la puerta. Tenía un cómodo puesto en el gobierno, ganando muy buen dinero. Algunos insinuaban que el puesto era demasiado cómodo y el dinero era ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Consistently Inconsistent

Contributed by Guy Glass on Sep 14, 2004

A Character study on the life of Peter

Consistently Inconsistent A Character Study on Peter INTRODUCTION: Looking at the life of Peter, it is easy to make comparisons. One of the most vivid would be to that of the Prophet Elijah. Peter seems to be the New Testament Elijah, at least in his emotions. Up and down in relatively short ...read more

Scripture: John 1:40-42

Denomination: Baptist

"Stephen: Full Of Faith, Grace And Power"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 24, 2004

Stephen was Prayed up, Prepared, Projected Christ and was Profitable for the Kingdom

We’re looking today, at the account of possibly the shortest lived Deaconship in the history of the church. The Apostles are finding themselves, as the Jerusalem congregation grows, having to deal with mundane issues that threaten to take them away from their appointed mission, which is prayer ...read more

Denomination: Orthodox

"Philip: Preacher On The Run"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 25, 2004

Our opportunity for service may be in sight in a moment, and bypass us in another if we’re not ready to run to obedience. Philip ran to do God’s bidding.

Following the Acts record it would appear that the newborn church had been pretty cozy and comfortable, up until the martyrdom of Stephen. It had begun with a very public demonstration of God’s power in the coming of the Holy Spirit, Peter and the others had boldly proclaimed their risen Lord ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Orthodox

The Man With The Foot Shaped Mouth And The Cross Shaped Heart

Contributed by Chanon Mullens on Feb 11, 2005

Peter, In all His faults was still worthy to serve Christ

1. WHO WAS THIS MAN SIMON? • He was the third disciple called by Jesus (VS 42) • Andrew 1st and John 2nd • Peter was Andrews brother (VS 40) • Jesus recognized Simon before he was officially introduced • He immediately recognized Simon’s leadership qualities and changed his name • This was ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42

Denomination: Baptist

Stephen The Witness And Martyr Series

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Feb 21, 2005

Stephen is a model for us of a Holy Spirit directed witness.

Stephen the Witness and Martyr Acts 6:8—8:1 Intro: There is a Conspiracy of Silence in so many churches… Thinking that we can merely live good Christian lives as our witness, without telling people the why: telling about Jesus Christ. God’s acts have always needed explanation to be clear. ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Philip The Evangelist Series

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Feb 28, 2005

Witnessing in the power of the Spirit

PHILIP THE EVANGELIST Acts 8:1-25 Intro.: What is evangelism? What is an evangelist? (Wait for answers) Jesus said in His final words, “Go, be my witnesses here and everywhere,” “Go and make disciples of all nations.” To evangelize is to tell the good news of Jesus. “Gospel” = “evangel” = ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed