Sermons on 18 Wheels:

Who Are We? Series

Contributed by Jacob Brimm on Apr 21, 2021

This is not about US building a church – Jesus is the one who builds the church – Matt 16:18 “and on this rock I WILL BUILD MY CHURCH” – what is the rock? It is the confession that JESUS is the Messiah, the SON of the Living God!

Under Construction: Who are we? Determined to reach the Lost! This is not about US building a church – Jesus is the one who builds the church – Matt 16:18 “and on this rock I WILL BUILD MY CHURCH” – what is the rock? It is the confession that JESUS is the Messiah, the SON of the Living God! (Verse ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18, Luke 9:10, Mark 16:15-16, 1 Corinthians 9:22, Matthew 9:37-38  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

A God Of Forgiveness

Contributed by John Saynor on Feb 23, 2021

The appointed Psalm for Ash Wednesday describes a God who forgives and forgets! For those who have difficulty accepting God's forgiveness, it would do well to read Psalm 103: 8-18.

Today I want to talk about forgiveness. It has been on my mind for some time now as a result of our regular use of our liturgies to guide us in worship. It has come to me that during our liturgies we repeat our need for forgiveness so often that I’m sure God gets tired of listening to us. What ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:8-18

The Freedom Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Nov 5, 2023

This morning we look at Matthew 18:21-35 and learn the true meaning behind Forgiveness. Forgiving others is not just a command which Christ gives to us, but something which heals us from bitterness.

The Freedom of Forgiveness (Thanks to Jeff Strite @ Sermon Central for many ideas in this) Our Epistle Lesson begins with Paul thanking God for the Philippians. Their Bishop, Epaphroditus, brought Paul a substantial love offering to help cover his costs while he sat in house arrest in Rome. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Anglican

God's Parting Priorities In 1 John Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 16, 2024

God wants us... 1.To call on Him with confidence (vs. 13-15). 2. To learn the limits of His patience (vs. 16-17). 3. To live in obedience to Him (vs. 18-21).

God's Parting Priorities in 1 John 1 John 5:13-21 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The First Epistle of John (Prepared February 16, 2024) BACKGROUND: *This is the last message in our series on the first epistle of John. Most of you know that one of God's biggest priorities here is for ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Living The Truth: Nurturing Faith In The Next Generation Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 5, 2024

Today, we delve into the timeless wisdom of Deuteronomy 6:6-7, Joshua 1:8, Proverbs 22:6, and Psalm 119:11. These foundational verses illuminate the path to spiritual growth and steadfast faith.

Living the Truth: Nurturing Faith in the Next Generation Introduction: Today, we delve into the timeless wisdom of Deuteronomy 6:6-7, Joshua 1:8, Proverbs 22:6, and Psalm 119:11. These four foundational verses illuminate the path to spiritual growth and steadfast faith. May God help us to ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8, Proverbs 22:6, Psalm 119:11, Deuteronomy 6:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Transformative Power Of God's Word: A Symphony Of Trust And Deliverance Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 6, 2024

As we delve into the rich tapestry of Psalms 18:1-2 and 33:4-5, we embark on a journey exploring the transformative power of God's Word—a symphony that resonates with trust and deliverance.

The Transformative Power of God's Word: A Symphony of Trust and Deliverance Introduction: Let us delve into the profound impact of God's Word on our lives. The Scriptures are not merely ink on paper; they are the living, breathing words of God that have the power to transform us from the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:1-2, Psalm 33:4-5, Proverbs 30:5, Isaiah 40:8, Psalm 34:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Your Body: The Temple Of God

Contributed by Harold Ihua on Aug 23, 2024

According to Jn 2:18-21, our Lord Jesus revealed that His body is the Temple of God. And because He is the pattern man, He indirectly reveals that in the beginning the body of man was designed to be a Temple of God.

When the Lord God in Genesis 2:7, breathed the breath of life into the nostrils of man; not only did man became a living soul, man equally became a Temple of the living God, this is in accordance to the revelation of Jesus Christ in John 2:18-21 The believer in Christ Jesus, as a new creation; ...read more

Scripture: John 2:18-21, Genesis 2:7, John 15:3, Philippians 2:13, 1 Corinthians 3:16-17, 2 Corinthians 6:16-18, Isaiah 57:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Voyage Of Faith Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 24, 2021

Noah believed God, and he built an Ark to save his family. What can learn from Noah's faith, and what is there in the story of God's judgment that we need to share with the world?

(I opened by pretending to read a children story about Noah. Then I read Hebrews 11:7) “By faith Noah, being warned by God concerning events as yet unseen, in reverent fear constructed an ark for the saving of his household.” PRAYER Now, the first part of Hebrews 11:7 tells us that God WARNED ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Reliving The Days Of Noah."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jul 18, 2022

This message compares the state of the world before the flood and its current state of lawlessness. Daily news reports often highlight cases of murder, hatred, and violence prevailing all over the world, attempting to remove God from society. Hence, the question is, would you have assisted Noah?

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Genesis 6:5-7) (5) "And God saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth, and that every imagination of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually." (6) "And it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-39, Genesis 6:9, Genesis 6:1-13, 2 Peter 3:3-6, Hebrews 11:7, 1 Peter 3:20, 2 Peter 2:5, Genesis 7:13-16, 2 Timothy 3:1-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus, Brother Who Stands Above All Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 7, 2002

Hebrews 2:5-18 presents the greatest brother you’ll ever know. Is he yours? Jesus Christ, God become man, Savior become brother, He’s come to give you glory!

The first book of the Old Testament tells us how God made man in his own image, and how man fell into sin and was separated from God. The first book of the New Testament tells us how God became man (Emanuel), took on man’s likeness and image, and how God paid for our sins by redeeming us into a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:5-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Choices

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 27, 2005

Knowing that life is filled with choices , we must as Jacob of old, wait upon the Lord (Gen. 49:18). Jacob’s descendants likewise had to make choices, but they chose to go against God and His love:

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Eamon De Valera was an Irish statesman who served three times as prime minister of Ireland and subsequently as her president. After the Easter rebellion of 1916, De Valera was sentenced to penal servitude. While traveling to prison, he took out his pipe and was about to ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 13:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Thankful

Contributed by Steve Hereford on Sep 7, 2006

Do you know that you have been called to be thankful? In fact the Apostle Paul says that we are "always" to be thankful. Join Pastor Steve as he shares "How to Be Thankful" from 1 Thessalonians 5:18.

In 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, the Apostle Paul says to the believer"s at Thessalonica, "Rejoice always; pray without ceasing: in everything give thanks; for this is God"s will for you in Christ Jesus." God"s will is that we always "rejoice, pray and give thanks." Erwin Lutzer, said, "You can learn to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Responsibility Of Evangelism

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 19, 2008

In our text from Acts 18 I see the responsibility of evangelism. 1- We must preach Christ even though we are tentmakers 2- We must continue to preach until people stop listening

INTRO.- ILL.- A church member of John Henry Jowett’s church said that he heard Jowett preach every Sunday and a friend responded with: "WHAT A TERRIBLE RESPONSIBILITY!" It is terrible to have to listen to some preachers and I may well be one of those! But we are supposed to be responsible when ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Carpe Diem! Part 2

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Mar 31, 2007

God has called us to take His message to the world, will we do it or not? It is your decision. As It says in Joshua 1:6&7,9 and 18 “Be strong and courageous!” Let us Seize the day

Carpe Diem! Seize the Day Part 2 Last week we talked about seizing the day and one way to do that and this week we will continue with that thought. When was the last time you woke up and said “It’s time to get up out of bed, God wants to change the world through my life”? God does want to change ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fly High - Acts Part 16 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 1, 2006

Acts chapter 18 reveals the importance of passing the torch onto to others so that the spread of the Gospel can continue. The Heart beat of the message of Christ goes on as others pass it on to others and take the time to mentor and disciple others.

Fly High – Acts part 16 On the lighter side of life: See funny pictures from aha.com Scripture Text: Acts 18 The Holy Bible, New International Version. Pradis In Corinth Ac 18:1 After this, Paul left Athens and went to Corinth. Ac 18:2 There he met a Jew named Aquila, a native of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational