Sermons on Able Men:

The Scarlet Line

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 29, 2002

The two young men of Israel sent to spy out Jericho assured the harlot who hid them from the enemy that she and her family would be spared if she placed a scarlet line (or rope) in her window when the Israelites attacked the city.

THE SCARLET LINE "And she sent them away, and they departed: and she bound the scarlet line in the window." Joshua 2:21 Joshua sent two young men of Israel to Jericho to spy out the city. The men went to the house of Rahab, a harlot, and lodged there. The king of Jericho, hearing of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:21

Denomination: Baptist

Remember The Greatest Love

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 30, 2007

On this Memorial Day weekend, let us remember that more than one million men and women have died defending our liberty. Most of all let us remember the One who sacrificed His life for our eternal freedom.

Remember the Greatest Love John 15:9-15 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - May 27, 2007 *Memorial Day Video Clip: (“...under God” from HE IS FAITHFUL Films) -“Greater love has no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” *On this Memorial Day weekend, as we ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Idols Of The Heart

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jul 8, 2009

Many people have secret idols hidden in the chambers of their hearts from the sight of men but not God. And these idols decide sometimes what they get from God, Hebrews 4:13: Says neither is there any creature that is not manifest in his sight: but all th

IDOLS OF THE HEART Dr. D. K. Olukoya Ezekiel 14:1-4:“Then came certain of the elders of Israel unto me, and sat before me. And the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, Son of man, these men have set up their idols in their heart, and put the stumbling block of their iniquity before their face: ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 14:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

When God Confronts The Gods Of Your Enemies

Contributed by Bode Ayodele on Sep 5, 2007

As Christians we know there is only one true God. However, many others do not realise this, in fact they believe and serve many false gods. This message looks at taking the battle beyond the realm of men into the spiritual realm. It explains how, to put

By Bode Ayodele Every individual has a god of some sort. The person who claims not to believe in God serves the god of unbelief. There are those who openly worship the elements of Heaven such as the moon, sun and even powers from beneath the sea. All of these - to such individuals -are the gods ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:22-40

Denomination: Pentecostal

Clothed And In His Right Mind – Released And Free Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 17, 2022

He lurked in the tombs of dead men and rushed out uncontrollably. This naked, demonic man scared all around but once delivered by Jesus he was a new creation, clothed and in his right mind. He became a witness for the gospel. This is an interesting study of the man.

CLOTHED AND IN HIS RIGHT MIND – RELEASED AND FREE UNDERSTANDING THE DEMONIC VERSE 27 {{Luke 8:26-27 “They sailed to the country of the Gerasenes, which is opposite Galilee, Luke 8:27 and when He had come out onto the land, He was met by a certain man from the city who was possessed with demons ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-27, Luke 8:28, Luke 8:29, Luke 8:30-31, 2 Peter 2:4, Luke 8:32-34, John 10:28-29, Luke 8:34-35, Luke 8:36-37, Luke 8:38-39, Ephesians 2:4-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rise Up And Walk

Contributed by Terry Hovey on May 19, 2023

Every time I read this account I’m reminded of the account where Jesus healed the man who had been born blind. I guess it’s because they’re so similar in that both men were born in their condition...

Rise Up and Walk Acts 3:1-10 I really wish I had been here last Sunday to hear what Scott had to say, because the Day of Pentecost is such an important day in Christian history. It was the day when the promised Holy Spirit came upon the 120 disciples in the upper room and gave birth to the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

A Vision Beyond Jerusalem

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Sep 25, 2015

This sermon establishes the church must look beyond its doors, city, and state. It has to extend its vision and mission to fulfill the Great Commission. This lesson also discusses the expansion of the gospel of Christ beyond Jerusalem into the Gentile nations by men of color.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Commission of Barnabas 2. The Consolation of Barnabas 3. The Character of Barnabas 1Introductory Remarks. 1. After the conversion of Cornelius and the persecution that arose due to Stephen's Stoning, the gospel reached other cities beyond Jerusalem. Men traveled as ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas Gifts

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Dec 27, 2017

Tomorrow's the big day! We'll be diving into the mountain of presents and experiencing our moments of glee. The idea of giving gifts on Christmas originated with the wise men presenting gifts to Jesus. Today we'll look at what those gifts represented.

CHRISTMAS GIFTS Tomorrow's the big day! We'll be diving into the mountain of presents and ripping and tearing and experiencing our moments of glee. The idea of giving gifts on Christmas originated with the wise men presenting gifts to Jesus. Today we'll look at what those gifts were and what they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Praying Through The Fire

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Jan 21, 2026

Three young Hebrew men stood before the most powerful king in the world. King Nebuchadnezzar had just built a golden statue ninety feet high, and he'd issued a decree: when the music plays, everyone bows.

INTRODUCTION Let me take you back to one of the most dramatic moments in the Old Testament. Three young Hebrew men stood before the most powerful king in the world. King Nebuchadnezzar had just built a golden statue ninety feet high, and he'd issued a decree: when the music plays, everyone ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:23-24

Denomination: Methodist

The Book Of Zechariah Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 10, 2009

Zechariah was anointed by God’s Spirit, who took him to heights of messianic revelation rarely equaled. He not only reveals a God who is able to protect His people, but a God who has given us what we need to know His Messiah & His plan for the future.

ZECHARIAH 1:1 THE BOOK OF ZECHARIAH [Jeremiah 25: 1- 13/ 52: 3-16 / Isaiah 45:1-8] I. INTRODUCTION Life on planet earth is fragile. We live every day under the threat of catastrophic environmental disasters and weapons of mass destruction. Surprisingly, a study of a book as ancient as the ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian And The Human Family

Contributed by Rodney Fry on May 30, 2007

“Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities.” That’s easy for Paul to say. He didn’t have to deal with a tax-and-spend President, who doesn’t seem to be able to make up his mind. The President smiles nicely but is confused about foreign po

THE CHRISTIAN AND THE HUMAN FAMILY Romans 13:1-7 Introduction “Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities.” That’s easy for Paul to say. He didn’t have to deal with a tax-and-spend President, who doesn’t seem to be able to make up his mind. The President smiles nicely but is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Test & Trials, Why God Allows Them Part 2 Series

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Aug 21, 2007

As we discussed last week, God will allow us to go through test and trials in order to perfect Christ’s character in us. When we are tempted, God has already determined we are able to resist the temptation. Many times we go through afflictions because we

Introduction • As we discussed last week, God will allow us to go through test and trials in order to perfect Christ’s character in us. • When we are tempted, God has already determined we are able to resist the temptation. • Many times we go through afflictions because we are disobedient to ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 21:6-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sin - What God Says Versus What Satan Says

Contributed by Jack Woodard on Jul 7, 2011

The first lie Satan was able to get man to believe was that, each of us have the right to decide for ourselves what is right and wrong. We don’t need to worry about the Lord and His Word and deny ourselves what we would like to do, or have, or be, for fea

TEXT: GENESIS 2:15-17; 3:1-1 TITLE: SIN – WHAT GOD SAYS VERSUS WHAT SATAN SAYS After the Lord commanded Adam and Eve Not to Eat of the Tree Of The Knowledge of Good and Evil, and warned of the dire consequences if they choose to disobey His Word, [Genesis 2:15, 16] Satan struts into the Garden and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

You Have The Authority, "So Why Aren't You Using It!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Apr 11, 2011

God hears us loud and clear the first time when we call on Him, He is ready, willing and able to help us, the moment we do. The thing is though, we don’t have to pray pleading, desperate prayers all the time to get His attention.

You have the Authority “so use it” Exodus 14:15–16 NKJ 15. And the Lord said to Moses, “Why do you cry to Me? Tell the children of Israel to go forward. 16. But lift up your rod, and stretch out your hand over the sea and divide it... The issue with Christians today is ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living The Crazy Faith!

Contributed by Jennifer Casto on May 21, 2007

Crazy to believe and not see…even though you are not able to touch…yeah, so what! Faith is faith! Don’t worry about what others think! Because, it works! It is crazy enough to work! without faith we cannot please God...and you know what...through the

Sermon: I’m Living That Crazy Faith! Jennifer Mears 4/10/2007 Crazy to believe and not see…even though you are not able to touch…yeah, so what! Faith is faith! Don’t worry about what others think! Because, it works! It is crazy enough to work! without faith we cannot please God...and you know ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:3

Denomination: *other