Sermons on Abase And Abound:

Always For All Things-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 3, 2017

3 of 5. Paul exhorted the Ephesian church toward a telling/distinctive/indicative walk. God’s people have a telling walk. But What is telling about it? A thankful/telling walk is...

ALWAYS For ALL THINGS--III—Ephesians 5:15-21 OR--A Distinctive Walk Attention: Plants with a distinctive growth habit—Cotton versus Millet versus Wheat versus Soybeans versus Peanuts versus corn, etc... Plants with a distinctive growth habit—Carnivorous—I like to look for plants on any trip I go ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

How To Make Giving Fun

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jan 16, 2017

Did you know that giving to God can be FUN? I didn’t think so. But it’s true. This sermon explains how giving to God can be fun.

How to Make Giving Fun A Stewardship Sermon Chuck sligh January 15, 2017 Sparked by thoughts on preaching about giving by Robert Russell at http://thecharisgroup.org/2012/07/18/how-to-preach-on-giving-2/. TEXT: 2 Corinthians 9:8 – “But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:8

Denomination: Baptist

God's All-Sufficiency In You

Contributed by James May on Oct 27, 2013

Through the Sacrifice of Jesus upon the cross, everything we need to be all that God wants us to be, has already been provided and dwells in us. When Jesus said, "It is Finished"; that's exactly what he meant!

God’s All Sufficiency in You Sunday, October 27, 2013 By Rev. James May To begin this morning, I want to ask a question to each of you. That question is this: “Is there anything in your life that you lack in order that you may have dominion over sin and the ability to live a ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Father's Gift Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 19, 2017

Welcome Christ into your life and accept life instead of death; accept justification instead of judgment; accept power instead of bondage; and accept righteousness instead of sin.

Matt Woodly, a father of four, talks about buying his children a swing set, several years ago, as an early Christmas present. It was an extra long metal set with two swings, a two-seater swinging bench, a slide, monkey bars, and a series of hanging rings. He thought the time invested in putting it ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-21

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Sufficient Provision Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 2, 2018

Message 32 from Philippians exploring Paul's testimony about how God fully provided for his personal and physical needs.

Chico Alliance Church May 7, 2017 “Sufficient Provision” Paul recorded some practical principles for maintaining the joy of the Lord no matter what, to the followers of Jesus living in the Greek city of Philippi. It seems these principles also apply to maintaining the peace and contentment of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-20, 1 Corinthians 9:3-14, 2 Thessalonians 3:7-9, Luke 12:19-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Serving God In Difficult Times Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 30, 2023

Paul set us a good example of serving God through his afflictions, with fortitude and with integrity.

It is amazing and beautiful to see how Paul comes to know God and experience Him as the God of all comfort despite his trials and tribulations. • Most people would complain about their sufferings and question God. “Why me?” and “What this?” when we have been serving Him so faithfully? • Some may ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:3, 2 Corinthians 2:1-5, 2 Corinthians 7:5-9, Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Our Principle Assets(2023)-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 20, 2023

3 of 7. Paul & Sosthenes opened their letter to the Corinthian church by informing them of their most important spiritual assets. The local(our) church has important spiritual assets. But What are some of those assets? A Principle Asset of the Christian church is...

Our PRINCIPLE ASSETS-III—1Corinthians 1:3(:1-9) ATTENTION: After I got saved by Jesus Christ, I lost interest in my job as a marine biologist. But before God could convince me to pastor, I had to pick up a ‘bread route’ with Flowers Baking Co. I ran the route in Rowan & Cabarrus County, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:3, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

God Who Is Able Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Aug 12, 2023

Jude concludes his book with an encouraging word about God who is able to do.

Title: The God who is Able Theme: To conclude Jude 1:24 – 25 with praise and worship unto the Lord who is able to help us overcome any false teachings. Text: Jude 1:24 - 25 Introduction Finally, after all of his warning, Jude leaves us in a place of rest, saying God is the One who will keep ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:24-25

Denomination: Church Of God

Our Principle Assets(2023)-6

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 15, 2023

6 of 7. Paul & Sosthenes opened their letter to the Corinthian church by informing them of their most important spiritual assets. The local(our) church has important spiritual assets. But What are some of those assets? A Principle Asset of the Christian church is...

Our PRINCIPLE ASSETS-VI—1Corinthians 1:7a(:1-9) ATTENTION: Pound Cake—My wife makes a fantastic ‘sour-cream pound cake’, in the manner of Herb Traub’s ‘Pirate’s House’ restaurant in Savannah, GA. What makes the cake stand out above others is the deliciously delectable ‘crust’ that forms on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Fellowship Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Sep 1, 2024

Fellowship was more than just an activity for the early Christians—it was a way of life that fostered deep connections, mutual support, and spiritual growth. Through fellowship, including shared meals, prayer, and encouragement, the early church thrived in unity and love.

Introduction Video Ill.: Community — Church Fuel 42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. (Acts 2, NIV1984) The unity that was present in the early church puts our world today to shame. Political Opponents Finish Debate ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, Romans 12:10-13, Matthew 18:20, Acts 12:12-17, Hebrews 10:24-25, Galatians 6:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Treatment Of The Righteous

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Oct 23, 2024

The psalmist saw evil, but proclaims God's comfort for the righteous

The Treatment of the Righteous Psalm 94:12-23 Good morning, Jesus, speaking to the religious leaders of His time said… John 5:39 You search the Scriptures, for in them you think you have eternal life; and these are they which testify of Me. John 5:40 But you are not willing to come to Me that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 94:12-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Measure Upon Measure – Judgment And Condemnation – The Restoration Of God - Part 14 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 8, 2025

Adam and Eve had no concept, then, of what a curse would be in reality; what labour pains would be in childbirth; or what hard work and toil would involve in practice. They were condemned and expelled. Jesus was condemned for us and now – justification and pardon.

MEASURE UPON MEASURE – JUDGMENT and CONDEMNATION – THE RESTORATION OF GOD - Part 14 CHAPTER 6 - THE SIXTH CONSEQUENCE ADAM AND EVE BEFORE AN AWESOME GOD We come to the sixth consequence of Adam’s failure. This time we are thinking about CONDEMNATION. Associated with condemnation is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:12, Genesis 3:13, Genesis 3:24, Galatians 6:3, Romans 12:3, Isaiah 53:5, Romans 8:1-2, Romans 5:15-19, Romans 5:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Qualities You Possess

Contributed by John Bright on Jan 9, 2026

Working through 2 Peter and Jude using consecutive expository preaching. The teaching sheet is included at the end of the text.

“Qualities You Possess” 2 Peter 1:5-11 Pastor John Bright 2 Peter 1 “5 But also for this very reason, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue, to virtue knowledge, 6 to knowledge self-control, to self-control perseverance, to perseverance godliness, 7 to godliness brotherly kindness, and to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-11, Genesis 1:26, Romans 5:3-4, Matthew 5:43-45, Galatians 5:23, Ephesians 4:14-15, James 3:2, Romans 6:12-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Remember Lots Wife

Contributed by Larry Holbrook on Nov 15, 2002

Take heed to the warnings of God.

REMEMBER LOT’S WIFE Luke 17:32 (I) State of Man. (Sinful condition, corrupt, perverse) State of the lost. (A) Genesis 18:20,21, (And the Lord said, Because the cry of Sodom and Gomorrah is great, and because their sin is very grievous; 21. I will go down now, and see whether they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:32

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Restore Another

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 12, 2002

The Spirit controlled person can help restore the erring individual. (Gal. 6:1,2)

How to Restore Another The Spirit controlled person can help restore the erring individual. (Gal. 6:1,2) Illustration:A few years ago, an angry man rushed through the Rijks Museum in Amsterdam until he reached Rembrandt’s famous painting "Nightwatch." Then he took out a knife and slashed it ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational