Sermons on 1 Samuel 5:6-19:

1) A Committed Faith Series

Contributed by James Lyons on Mar 6, 2023

Part I

1) A Committed Faith, Ruth 1:1-17 Today we start a new sermon series in the book of Ruth. Ruth is only mentioned one other time in the Bible – in Matthew 1:5, she’s listed as an ancestress of Jesus Christ. This is a beautiful love story that unfolds in a very unlikely setting. ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Colossians 1 (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Oct 1, 2021

Introduction

The Book of Acts ends with Paul in prison in Rome. Four letters – Philippians, Philemon, Colossians and Ephesians – are known as the Prison Epistles, since all make reference to Paul being in prison. Paul, however, was imprisoned in Caesarea and possibly in Ephesus, besides Rome, so the placement ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Behold The Man (1) Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 8, 2015

This sermon is a focus on Jesus as Pilate and others saw him -- a failure. The irony is, his "defeat" was actually his key to victory.

1. Jesus, a Wanted Man "If Jesus had of entered into one of our modern cities, leading a parade, as the "triumphal entry into Jerusalem, He would have been arrested immediately. He would be a wanted man." * The FDA would want Him for turning water into wine without a license; * The EPA for killing ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

His Workmanship-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 11, 2015

1 of 2. The apostle Paul related that the intent of Jesus’ sacrifice was to release man to affect God’s purposes. Christians are the purposeful workmanship of God. But How/Why? Christian workmanship entails a hallmark...

HIS WORKMANSHIP-I—Eph. 2:10 “For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.” Attention: We use the phrase ‘He/She’s a real piece o work!’ to describe someone who is a loose cannon, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Nov 11, 2015

This sermon makes an attempt to define Heaven as it is described in the Holy Bible but all of the words and images are inadequate.

Heaven … what will it be like? Do you want to go to heaven? A SS teacher asked this question to his kindergarten class and all but one boy raised his hand. The teacher asked the boy why he didn’t want to go to heaven. The boy replied that he did want to go to heaven but he thought the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14

Denomination: Nazarene

Redemption At Hand-1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 15, 2015

1 of 6. God initiated the redemption of His people thru John’s birth. Redemption is encountered/at hand thru God’s visitation. But when is that redemption realized? Redemption is at hand when God initiates...

REDEMPTION At HAND-I—Luke 1:67-80 or 'Touching Redemption' Attention: Christmas is a season of giving Presents-Gifts to others besides ourselves. Thru our example, our children are taught about sacrificial giving. We give because we love those to whom we give. Our gifts are usually wrapped ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:67-80

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 4, 2016

This two part series focuses on the differences between Christian beliefs and how the label Christian does not fully describes those following Jesus as it did when the term was originally given to His followers.

Christian Part 1 Scriptures: Act 11:26; 1 Peter 4:16; Matthew 7:13-14; 28:19 Introduction The title of my message this morning is “Christian” and I really want you to understand how this term describes someone who follows Christ today versus when it was first used some 2000 years ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Longings To Be Followed-1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 12, 2016

1 of 4. Jesus invited His audience to accept Him as the Light that everyone/all should follow. Jesus is the Light that all should follow. But Why? 4 longings worthy of being followed...A Longing to be followed, fulfills the need for...

LONGINGS TO BE FOLLOWED-I—John 8:12 Attention: VBS Theme this week: ‘Following Jesus, The Light of the world.’ There are many things we long for... Things that may or may not be Christ honoring, such as... Personal recognition, Power over others, Overly expensive vehicle(s), ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Mouth (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Jordan Muck on Sep 6, 2016

The seven things God hates.

Series: Seven Week: 2 Passage: Proverbs 6:16-19 Title: The Mouth (Part 1) Interesting Statement: A man reputedly slandered a local pastor. One day, he realizing the weight of his hurtful words and went to the pastor for forgiveness. The pastor told him he would forgive him on one condition - he ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Introduction On 1 John Series

Contributed by Jordan Muck on Sep 7, 2016

Sermon Series on 1 John

Series: 1 John Week: One Passage: Various Title: Introductions Focus: An Overview of 1 John BIG IDEA: “True Fellowship comes through the Word and of the Lord.” INTRODUCTION TO THE BOOK (Go Slow!): • Explanation: Many Christians are accustomed to light, inspiring devotional ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Abandoned At Birth-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 7, 2016

1 of ? Jesus’ encounter with Nicodemus yielded the essentials of being born again/from above. Being born again is essential to God’s plan. But what does it take to be born from above? Those born from above, Abandon...

ABANDONED AT BIRTH-I—John 3:1-21 OR... Concessions For New Birth Attention: Grandma arrived at their door with a big smile & open arms! Little Jimmy was so happy to see his grandmother that he ran up & gave her a big hug. "I'm so happy to see you, grandma! Now daddy will have to do that ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Proverbs 1:33 Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on May 15, 2020

An exposition of Proverbs

Proverbs 1:33 “but whoever listens to me will live in safety and be at ease, without fear of harm.” Are you listening? Do you want to live? To live in safety? To live at peace? To live without fear? Listen. God calls us to listen, through his word, through Jesus. God gives us a life of safety ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Circle Component #1 Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Apr 20, 2021

Who is in your circle? Are they the right people? Why? What are the people in our circles supposed to do? We will discover that those who are close matter most!

Circle Check Pt. 2 - Circle Component 1 I. Introduction They are present in every generation since it was invented. Whether it was in black and white or in color they are the mainstay of our airwaves. Leave it to Beaver. Andy Griffith. MASH. The Brady Bunch. The Partridge Family. Good Times. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Body Of Christ-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 9, 2020

1 of 7. The apostle Paul maintained the significance of the Church's being the Body of Christ. What is exhibited by that entity known as the Body of Christ? The Body of Christ exhibits...

'The BODY Of CHRIST'-I—1Corinthians 12:12-31 Attention: ?Has anyone here ever had to go to multiple medical doctors?... ?Has anyone here ever had to be referred to a ‘specialist’? A ‘specialist’ is a medical doctor who specializes in or is an expert in a certain area of the body—an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-17, 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Baptist

Healthy Independence-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 7, 2020

1 of ? The prophet Jeremiah contrasted two major aspects of Independence—Independence from God versus independence from the world. Dependence upon YHWH brings independence from worldly influence. How can I be independent of worldly influence? A Healthy Independence Engages...

HEALTHY INDEPENDENCE-I—Jeremiah 17:1-14 Attention: Play Ball! A father introduced his 5-year-old son to the game of baseball by taking him to several games. The Star-Spangled Banner was sung before the start of each game, & the little fellow got to where he had memorized the patriotic ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:1-4, Jeremiah 17:1-14

Denomination: Baptist