Sermons on Abide Without Offense:

How To Enjoy It All Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of financial freedom through faith, emphasizing the importance of enjoying God's gifts without letting them become a source of misery.

Nothing beats fresh-baked homemade bread coming out of the oven. The aroma that fills the house is simply amazing. As you probably know, bread is made from a few key ingredients: flour, water, salt, yeast. But here’s the thing: if you forget a key ingredient, then the end product is very different. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17-19

Topics: Financial Freedom, Eternal Impact, God's Gifts

Sermon Series: Simple Money, Rich Life

Kingdom Living - Forgiven To Forgive - Unlimited Forgiveness - The 70 X 7 Principle - Matthew 18.21-35 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 27, 2025

Forgive without limits – Forgive extravagantly as GOD has forgiven you. As recipients of GOD’s limitless mercy, we are called to extend the same forgiveness to others from the heart. Forgiveness is not optional - it is essential to Kingdom Living.

2025.07.27 Sermon Notes. KINGDOM LIVING. FORGIVEN TO FORGIVE. MATTHEW 18.21-35 Unlimited Forgiveness - The 70 x 7 Principle William Akehurst, HSWC SCRIPTURES: Matthew 18:21-35, Daniel 9:24, 1 Corinthians 13:5, Psalm 103:12, 1 Corinthians 11:24, Isaiah 53:5, Mark 11:25-26, Romans 3:10, Luke ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35, Daniel 9:24, 1 Corinthians 13:5, Psalm 103:12, 1 Corinthians 11:24, Isaiah 53:5, Mark 11:25-26, Romans 3:10, Luke 6:36, John 6:35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus-Did He Lie To Us?

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 9, 2001

This sermon deals with the claims of Jesus Christ. It demonstrates that Jesus did not claim to be a prophet or great teacher, but claimed to be God. It encourages us to boldly stand that He Is The Way, The Truth, And The Life without compromising to be accepted by others.

Jesus—Did He Lie To Us? 7/8/2001 GNLCC John 5:16-23 1 John 5:1-12 There was a movie in which two men were held as prisoners of war in the same cell during the Civil War. The interesting thing was that they were almost identical in appearance. The one man was poor, kind, and a drifter. ...read more

Scripture: John 5:16-23, 1 John 5:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Need To Be Baptized

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 1, 2021

Jesus who was without sin, got baptized to identify with all sinners that He came to save. He was tempted just as we are. Jesus is the lamb of God who came to take away our sin (John 1:29). Jesus is the way, the truth and the life (John 14:6). Without Jesus we cannot be right with God.

Matthew 3:13-17  Then Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan to John, to be baptized by him.  (14)  John would have prevented him, saying, “I need to be baptized by you, and do you come to me?”  (15)  But Jesus answered him, “Let it be so now, for thus it is fitting for us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: United Methodist

Drinking The Bible Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 25, 2014

It is impossible to grow in your relationship with God without growing in your relationship with God’s Word. We won’t grow unless we get into the Word.

Drinking the Bible 1 Peter 2:1-3 Rev. Brian Bill October 25-26, 2014 Video: “Week in the Life of a Neglected Bible” If you and I are not reading the Bible on a regular basis, we will never know its truth and we won’t grow in truth. According to a Barna survey, 82% think that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Rest For Your Souls

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 29, 2024

Do you ever feel weary and worn-out deep in your soul? In Matthew 11, Jesus invites us to find rest for our souls. This powerful message reveals that we must Come to Jesus, Connect to Jesus, and Conform to Jesus in order to discover deep, abiding rest for our souls.

Rest for Your Souls Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 12/31/2017 If you’re anything like me, now that we’re looking at Christmas in the rearview mirror, you’re probably ready for a little rest and recovery! The thought of rest is one that seems all too elusive in today's ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Christian Church

"Having Done All... Stand”

Contributed by Bubot Parago on Mar 15, 2019

Notice that the full armor of God that Paul had outlined for every Christian is complete but without back covers meaning to say that a Christian warrior is designed to always equipped to advance, and never given instruction to back down, retreat or surrender.

Introduction: The Bible teaches, from beginning to end, of the existence of the invisible world, the world of the spirit. A world of angels and demons, yet a world that we touch daily as those who have been given not merely a body, but a spirit. This invisible world is difficult to believe in for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

True Love

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Mar 2, 2012

True Love is not a religious experience, as some Christians want to convince us. Love is part of our Nature and we need to cultivate it in order to have a real relationship with God. Without love life has no meaning.

True Love is not a religious experience, as some Christians want to convince us. Love is part of our Nature and we need to cultivate it in order to have a real relationship with God. Without love life has no meaning. Today we will learn what God has to say about it. Let's start at 1 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Divine Release Series

Contributed by Oyewole O. Sarumi on Mar 12, 2011

It is the desire of God to grant release and relief to His people. However, God's people must play their part in the divine principle for God to move His hands or send help. Man y believers expect God to do His part without the man's part - this will not

DIVINE RELEASE Text::Mk.11:2-3, Isa.49:25 Introduction An Illustration: Around 8pm in the evening, a Sister was driving home after a Bible study. She got to a check point where police were checking, and was waved to stop. The officer came to her and asked her to come down and open the boot of her ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:2-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Conformed To Unity - Philippians 2:1-4 Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 19, 2016

With the exception of faithfulness to sound, biblical doctrine, nothing is more essential to the prosperity of the church than unity. In fact, sound doctrine without unity will profit little. When love is present, unity also will be.

Conformed to Unity Philippians 2: 1-4 As we move into chapter two, we quickly discover these verses are a continuation of the previous passage. Phil.1:27 – Only let your conversation be as it becometh the gospel of Christ: that whether I come and see you, or else be absent, I may hear of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Fire, Fire, Fire

Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 31, 2007

Our lives would be greatly altered without fire. The Bible uses the word fire throughout its contents. However there are four kinds of fire mentioned in the Bible that I would like to talk about this morning.

Luke 4:43 But He said to them, "I must preach the kingdom of God to the other cities also, because for this purpose I have been sent." Jesus had the power to accomplish his purpose. The purpose for his coming was the preaching the kingdom of God to the whole world. He has given us the same ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:43

Denomination: Baptist

Can I Lose My Salvation? The Answer Might Surprise You

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 17, 2022

One of the most important questions about how salvation works in Christ is the question, after having received salvation in Christ, as I continue my journey through life, can I lose it? Is falling away possible? Or is my salvation eternally secure?

One of the most important questions about how salvation works in Christ is the question, after having received salvation in Christ, as I continue my journey through life, can I lose it? Is falling away possible? Or is my salvation eternally secure? This is probably the single most contentious ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27-29, Romans 11:29, 2 Corinthians 1:22, John 15:1-6, Romans 11:19-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

We're All Broken Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Nov 21, 2011

The human mind is self-rationalizing and self-deceptive. Without a guide, we have no idea what is right and good. God's Word offers that guide but it's more than just reading a guidebook and determining to do better. We need to come to grips with the brok

Today we are going look at just three verses. Normally these verses might be couched in terms of “this is really bad stuff—this is sin—don’t do it!” While that is true, I want to handle these verses a little differently. Firstly, remember that these words are written ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:19-22

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Developing Intimacy With God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 4, 2025

Developing intimacy with God is the highest pursuit of the Christian life. It requires intentionality, consistency, and a deep hunger for His presence.

DEVELOPING INTIMACY WITH GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 4:8 “Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded.” Supporting Texts: Psalm 63:1 Jeremiah 29:13 Psalm 27:4 John 15:4-5 Philippians 3:10 Matthew ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8, Psalm 63:1, Jeremiah 29:13, Psalm 27:4, John 15:4-5, Philippians 3:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Spiritual Warfare

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Oct 24, 2006

We are in the middle of a battlefield in a war being fought without guns and bombs. It is a battle that is being fought for the souls of men and women – and for your very soul. In this war there are three formidable foes pitted against us – the Devil, the

Spiritual Warfare Ephesians 6:10-13 Introduction: We are in the middle of a battlefield this morning. The war being fought on this battlefield is not being fought with guns and bombs. It is a battle that often cannot be seen though it rages continually. It is being fought for the souls of men and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Baptist