Sermons on A Grain Of Wheat:

Mystery Babylon. Introduction. Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jul 2, 2015

Here is a lesson on the historical and very real "Babylon", in every culture, in every age. Introductions and explanations ....

SOME PRELIMINARY NOTES 1. The tracing of Babylon turns out to be the study of the human race, with its obvious and not so obvious byways and lanes that, after awhile, tend to overwhelm rather than edify. After months of plodding through these paths, I finally must force myself to stop and turn over ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:5-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Free Will?

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Apr 15, 2014

Is the will truly free, as some suggest?

Title: The Question of Human Free Will Text: Ephesians 2:1-3 Anytime the discussion of God’s sovereignty in election arises, one question is sure to be included in the conversation: How do we rectify the free will of man with the sovereign omnipotence of God? This question is a natural ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Crimes Of The Cross

Contributed by Rajendra Kadia on Mar 3, 2016

What are the crimes of the cross? Whose crimes were responsible for the crucifixion of Christ?

THE CRIMES OF THE CROSS Introduction: The gruesome death on the cross was Roman punishment mitigated on the hardcore criminals, slaves, pirates and enemies of the state (anyone who waged a rebellion against the Roman empire). Slow and painful death and created a public display to warn others. We ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Are You A Jewel Worth Gathering? Series

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Oct 10, 2017

When Jesus comes to gather the Saints, will you be a jewel he will gather?

We all know death comes to everyone at some time. Christians also realize there is a judgement to face. Hebrews 9:27 27 And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment: Malachi 3:16-18 (KJV) 16 Then they that feared the Lord spake often one to another: and the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Unbelieving Believers" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 1, 2016

One sign of the last days is the number of "believers" who defect from the faith.

Through-out this letter, John refers lovingly to his audience as "little children." This book records the loving teaching of a father in the faith to those who were his children in the faith. One of the things that children need to learn as they grow up is how to tell time. John sought to teach his ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-27

Denomination: Baptist

Losing Faith

Contributed by Nicky Evans on May 27, 2017

How does God deal with us during those times we feel we can't go on?

I want to talk this afternoon about ‘losing faith’. Sometimes, as we go through life, maybe even now, we’ll face a shaking of our faith, a testing so severe our faith is eclipsed, we feel we’re losing it! We feel that our struggles are too deep, Our problems are too difficult, we’ve prayed but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Renewal Necessary

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 14, 2017

Every Christian has the tendency to backslide. Here's how to recognize a backslidden heart. Therefore, continual renewal is necessary. Metamorphosis is the key to transformation. Here's how to facilitate it.

RENEWAL NECESSARY 2 Cor. 4:16 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Too Late 1. Friends of George Burns have always kidded him about his singing. Burns, a master of self-deprecating humor, decided to take advantage of this and insure his voice for a million dollars. He thought it would be a wonderful publicity ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Real Deal Series

Contributed by Scott Jewell on Oct 19, 2016

People are tired of finding phony. How can we make sure they find the Real Deal?

We have been looking at the beginnings of the church. You may recall that in Acts 1 Jesus declared they would be His witnesses, “first in Jerusalem and Judea, then in Samaria and the ends of the world.” However, up until today’s passage, the church has remained in Jerusalem. It ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:4-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Tabernacle Part 9 Table Of Shewbread Series

Contributed by Dr. Steve Newton on Oct 25, 2017

Beware of the fellowship that resorts to worldly means and amusements. The Living Word and written Word are the center of all fellowship for the priests of this dispensation. Learn the lessons from the Table of Shewbread.

THE TABLE OF SHEWBREAD (Exodus 25:23-30; 37:10-16; Leviticus 24:5-9) The table of shewbread stood on the north side of the holy place A table always speaks of fellowship One day, on the plains of Mamre, Abraham invited three strangers into his home and gave them a meal at his table. Because ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 24:5-9, Exodus 37:10-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Check Your Motive

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Nov 11, 2018

Jesus contrasts the Teachers of the Law with the poor widow. In the former, we see people more interested in themselves than in God; hypocrites, pretending to be something they were not. In the latter, we see a lady who loved God authentically and completely.

Check Your Motive Mark 12:38-44 In March 2009 Bernie Madoff pled guilty to running the largest Ponzi scheme in history. Bernie’s last name is appropriate, because he literally “made off” with billions of dollars belonging to his investors. A Ponzi scheme is pretty simple in concept: you convince ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-44

Denomination: Baptist

The Axe Is Laid To The Roots

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 8, 2018

What does it mean to repent?

The Axe is Laid to the Roots Luke 3:7-18 As we come to the third Sunday of Advent, we continue in the third chapter of Luke. Last week, we saw who John the Baptist was, what God had called Him to do, and where he performed his mission. This week we will look at how this mission was carried ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What's The Difference?

Contributed by Tree Perkins on Sep 5, 2020

We've been taught since Sunday school that Jesus is with us and we carry Him in our heart. But Matthew 18:20 tells us that where two or three are gathered, Jesus will be among them. So what makes verse 20 different?

The last verse in our scripture reading today is my number one all-time favorite verse in the entire Bible. Verse 20 has brought me comfort over the years. Even though verse 20 is my favorite, it’s important to consider verse 19 as it sets the tone for the purpose of gathering in prayer. In vs. 19 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:19-20, Romans 5:5, 2 Corinthians 3:3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What A (Resurrected) Body!

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Sep 30, 2020

There is a verse in the Bible that tells us that when Jesus returns "we shall be like Him; for we shall see Him as He is". In what ways will we be like Him? In what ways will we NOT be like Him?

What A (Resurrected) Body! Titus 3:3-5 “At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. “But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, He saved us, not ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-18, Revelation 2:11, Revelation 20:14-15, Daniel 12:2, Philippians 3:21, 1 Corinthians 15:50-55, 1 Corinthians 15:35-44, 1 John 3:2, 1 John 3:8, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18, Hebrews 9:28, Acts 1:11, Matthew 24:42-44, Matthew 11:28-30, 1 John 3:1-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

He Leads Us Through Wilderness Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 8, 2021

Moses the Man of God has assembled the Children of Israel at Mount Sinai before his death, he taught them the importance of remembering the Past, revering Lord, and revalidating life.

Theme: He Leads me through Wilderness Text: Deuteronomy 8:1-20 Introduction: The Lord is good, and his love endures forever. I greet you all in the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. The Lord Jesus said, “I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life” based on John 14:6 which is our annual theme; ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

"joy's Light Outshines Mere Happiness"

Contributed by John Huyser on Dec 20, 2022

Compared to the other holidays, why is it significant the words Merry and Christmas are tied together?

This morning, seeking joy’s light, I selected a prophecy from the minor prophet Habakkuk. Given his prophecies are unfamiliar, a quick overview is in order. Habakkuk lived in Israel’s Southern Kingdom as the countdown clock to the Babylonian invasion and their exile was hitting 0. The Northern ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-19