Sermons on A Warning To Israel:

Green Olive Tree

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Sep 17, 2021

Why does David compare himself to a olive tree? Olive trees have got lot of significance in early Israel. Olive trees are one of the most familiar trees in the entire Middle East. A bread and olive oil, often dipped first into a mixture of herbs and salt would make a simple Palestinian breakfast.

Psalm 52:8 - I am like a green olive tree in the house of God Here, David declares of himself that he was a green olive tree in the house of God. To understand this verse, we need to understand: A. The background of the psalm B. The significance of olive trees A. Background of Psalm 52. Psalm 52 ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:16, Jeremiah 11:16, John 15:2, Isaiah 11:1, Psalm 37:6, 1 Samuel 22:6-23, 1 Samuel 21:1-9, Matthew 13:43, Psalm 52:8  (view more)  (view less)

God's Sovereign Support In Dark Times (1 Samuel 21:10-15)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Aug 27, 2024

David, the hero of Israel and God's chosen vessel to be the next king, came to a point in his life where all he had gained was now lost and forgotten. He hit rock bottom, yet God used this to show David that he needed to rely only on Him for support and strength.

"David arose and fled that day from before Saul and went to Achish the king of Gath. The servants of Achish said to him, 'Is this not David the king of the land? Did they not sing of him to one another, saying, 'Saul has slain his thousands and David his ten thousand?' Now David ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 21:5-10, Psalm 34:1-22, Hebrews 13:5, Matthew 28:20

Denomination: Baptist

The Book Of Lamentations – Part 31 – Destruction Has Tarnished The Gold; People As Earthen Vessels - Chapter 4:1-2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 2, 2025

How the city lies in ruins with its Temple gold dulled and ugly. The once glorious people are now no more than earthen vessels in the sight of others. The Potter’s hand will restore Israel and God will fashion a people for His glory, His inheritance. We need the Potter’s hand to transform us.

THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 31 – DESTRUCTION HAS TARNISHED THE GOLD; PEOPLE AS EARTHEN VESSELS - CHAPTER 4:1-2 Chapter 4 is another Alphabet chapter, and describes practical issues like the Temple’s destruction, boiling of children, pursuers who are relentless, and the total helplessness of ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 4:1, Proverbs 16:25, Lamentations 4:2, Jeremiah 18:2-7, Isaiah 19:23-25, Malachi 3:2-4, Isaiah 19:25, Romans 12:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Let’s Go To The Potter’s House”

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 14, 2026

In years past when we as a child misbehave our dad took us out behind the barn to teach us a lesson we needed to be taught. God did something different when he wanted to teach Israel a lesson, he took them to the Potter’s house to teach them a lesson.

Before any problem can be solved we must find the CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM!!! Illus: From an article in Reader’s Digest: A friend of mine awoke one morning to find a puddle of water in the middle of his king-size waterbed. In order to fix the puncture, he rolled the heavy mattress outdoors and filled ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6, Isaiah 64:8

Denomination: Baptist

Can Christians Walk Away From Their Salvations Part 4 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 5, 2020

In part 4 of this series I rwalk you through several New Testament Scriptures that confirms once again that a Christian can walk away from their salvation.

Can Christians Walk Away From Their Salvation? Part 4 Scripture: John 15:5-7; Hebrews 3:7-19; 6:4-6; 10:26-29; 35-39 This is part four of my series, “Can Christians Walk Away From Their Salvation?” Last week we examined several Old Testament scriptures pertaining to apostasy and this ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5-7, Hebrews 3:7-19, Hebrews 6:4-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wrestling With God

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Oct 26, 2018

On the way to meet his extranged brother Esau, Jacob experienced a strange encounter with a "man," who Jacob identified as God himself.

WRESTLING WITH GOD Please turn to Genesis 32. Having made a covenant of peace with Laban, his nettlesome father-in-law, Jacob traveled southward through the country east of the Jordan River. The “angels of God” met him there. Their purpose seems to have been to set up a meeting between Jacob and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 31:1-55, Romans 12:2, Genesis 32:24-31, Genesis 32:1-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Was God Trying To Catch?

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Sep 10, 2019

Many times when we read the story of Jonah, our focus is on the significance of the great fish. But should that be our focus? This message looks at the message of Jonah that we often miss.

Tonight, we’re going to have an opportunity to get into a story that’s very familiar to all of us. But I want to look at it from the vantage point of “Who was God trying to catch?” The Holy Spirit speaks to each one of us and He speaks to us individually with words specifically to us. But there ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-10, 2 Peter 3:9, Ezekiel 33:11, 1 Timothy 2:4, Genesis 1:26-28, Genesis 2:19-20, Psalm 106:23, Jonah 1:1-17, Jonah 3:1-10, Jonah 4:1-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wild Praying Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 11, 2013

Do you believe in praying bold and wild prayers? Do you believe that if you asked God to do something "impossible" that He would? Frankly, the story in Acts 12 doesn't look like these folks believed that. Did God look down on them for their doubt?

OPEN: Back in 1540 Martin Luther was very distressed. His good friend and assistant, Friedrich Myconius, was sick and was expected to die within a short time. From his bed Myconius wrote a tender farewell letter to Luther. When Luther received the message, he immediately sent back this reply: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Amazing Authority Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 19, 2021

1. Let Jesus put you on the right road in life (vs. 13-14). 2. Let Jesus warn you about false prophets (vs. 15-20). 3. Let Jesus give you a real relationship with God (vs. 21-23). 4. Let Jesus help you build your life on a firm foundation (vs. 24-29).

The Amazing Authority of Jesus Christ The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 7:13-29 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared June 19, 2021) MESSAGE: *Today in Matthew 7:13-29, we will get to the end of the Lord's Sermon on the Mount, and in these verses, Jesus told four short parables. Remember that a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-29

Denomination: Baptist

Rebellion

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 27, 2005

Before developing the themes of guilt and judgement (12:9-13:16), Hosea reminds Israel of its unfaithfulness (vv.1-2), and of its need to repent (vv. 5-6). In doing so he draws a lesson from the life of Jacob (vv. 3-4). Much like the people of our day the

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Svetlana Stalin, the daughter of Josef Stalin, told the incredible story is told of how her father Josef Stalin had been a seminary student, preparing for the ministry. Then he came to a point in life where he made a decisive break from his belief in God. This dramatic ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 12:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Your Fortune Told

Contributed by Kenneth Tankersley on Apr 19, 2008

His sin would cost him everything: power, riches, career, legacy Saul was rejected by God as king of Israel and God would appoint another king from another family That’s why Saul’s family didn’t continue on the throne but David became king Now, Saul ge

YOUR FORTUNE TOLD 04/18/08 1 PETER 1: 18--20 INTRODUCTION: HAVE YOU EVER HAD A DESIRE TO “LOOK INTO THE FUTURE?”**** (FORTUNE TELLERS, HOROSCOPE) I’M NOT SURE WE COULD REALLY BE COMFORTABLE, KNOWING WHAT LIES AHEAD OF US IF WE KNEW IT IN ADVANCE.***** WEIGHT AND FATE 25 CENTS ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Evil Champion

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Oct 23, 2006

1 Samuel 17:8 And he stood and cried unto the armies of Israel, and said unto them, Why are ye come out to set your battle in array? am not I a Philistine, and ye servants to Saul? choose you a man for you, and let him come down to me. 9 If he be able

THE EVIL CHAMPION I Samuel 17: 24 When the Israelites saw the man, they all ran from him in great fear. 25 Now the Israelites had been saying, "Do you see how this man keeps coming out? He comes out to defy Israel. The king will give great wealth to the man who kills him. He will also give him ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:24-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lead Like King Solomon

Contributed by Michael Bates on Sep 5, 2023

King Solomon was not only a great O.T. king but he was also a great leader. Solomon's wisdom and leadership helped turn the nation of Israel into a great world power during O.T. times. King Solomon's leadership and wisdom can be applied today in every life situation.

The Bible says in 1 Kings 3:1-9 CSB Solomon made an alliance with Pharaoh king of Egypt by marrying Pharaoh’s daughter. Solomon brought her to the city of David until he finished building his palace, the Lord’s temple, and the wall surrounding Jerusalem. However, the people were sacrificing on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:1-9, 2 Chronicles 1:10-12, Proverbs 9:10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

An Outline Of Acts 4:1-22

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on May 4, 2021

Peter and John were arrested after they healed a man born lame, as recorded in Acts 3. Now they're on trial, the next day, before a group of Israel's leaders. What happened next? (This is another outline from a miniseries on Acts I preached several years ago.)

Introduction: In Acts 3, Luke records how Peter and John were on their way to the Temple to observe and take part in the afternoon time of prayer. While on the way there, they saw and then healed a man who had been lame from his birth. Peter preached another message to the crowd who had gathered in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

New Year - New Direction!

Contributed by Brandon Max on Jan 19, 2022

We as God's people today must acknowledge what Israel did so many years before: "...we have not passed this way heretofore". A new year brings with it new challenges and the great unknown. But with God we can find the strength needed to launch out in a new direction.

A NEW YEAR – A NEW DIRECTION Text: Joshua 3:1-5 INTRODUCTION I have titled this message today: “A New Year – A New Direction”. Please turn with me to Joshua, Chapter 3. Let’s begin our reading together in verse 1: 1 And Joshua rose early in the morning; and they removed from Shittim, and came to ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-5, Joshua 3:9

Denomination: Baptist