Sermons on Abraham And Lot:

The Value Of A Promise

Contributed by Vicki Williamson on Nov 19, 2017

The value of a promise depends upon the reputation or character of the one giving the promise. Discover the value of a promise from the one who is faithful and true. Be blessed, empowered and transformed in Jesus name!

What if someone who has a reputation of being unfaithful and untrue, gives you a promise? How much value would you give to that promise? Not much. What if someone who has a reputation of being faithful and true, gives you a promise? How much value would you give to that promise? Great value. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55, Luke 1:30-35, Romans 4:17-22

Laws Written On Hearts

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jul 19, 2017

Perhaps Jeremiah's best-known prophecy was "...I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel and the house of Judah, not like the covenant I made with their fathers...I will put my law within them, and I will write it on their hearts." What law?

Note: I have developed a set of slides on PowerPoint 10 to go along with this sermon. If anyone is interested in having the .pptx file I will send it to you by Email. Send your request to me at sam@srmccormick.net with the subject Hedges of Protection Slides and I will send the PowerPoint file ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:17, Jeremiah 31:31-34, Matthew 25:31-46, Romans 8:2, Romans 7:22, James 2:8, James 1:25, Romans 13:8, Galatians 6:2, 1 John 3:4, 2 Thessalonians 1:7-8, Romans 6:14, Hebrews 9:23, Hebrews 9:12, Psalm 119:11, Psalm 19:8, Deuteronomy 6:6, Deuteronomy 27:26, Exodus 24:3-7, Genesis 15:7-21, John 14:7, Hebrews 8:6-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Faith Looks Like Series

Contributed by James Wallace on May 11, 2021

This is a reality check. When you're surprised by the challenges of the Christian life and even tempted to quit, consider how the people who are part of Faith's Hall of Fame lived.

This past week we all heard about another horrific tragedy on the border. Three people died and 25 were injured as smugglers attempted to bring dozens of illegal immigrants into the U.S. via boat along the California Coast. The 40-foot boat broke up on a reef just west of Point Loma off the San ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-16, Romans 1:18-20, Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Bible Church

Gods Purpose Of Grace: Election And Eternal Security Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Dec 14, 2022

Election is God’s purpose and initiative in man’s salvation. God is the one who acts. God’s initiative is there in revelation of His Word and in redemption. We balance election with human freedom.

There is the funny story that a man died and went to heaven only to find out that heaven was divided into two groups. There was the predestination group whose main emphasis was God chose me. Then there was the free will group that emphasized their choice in coming to God. When he realized he ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14, John 10:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Anger Management Series

Contributed by Jim Keegan on Apr 2, 2021

Anger is a two-edged sword: our disciplined responses to conflict can reflect spiritual wisdom and bear witness to the transforming power of grace. How well we control anger can reveal a lot about our spiritual health.

An OR nurse in Georgia tells the story of a couple arriving at the hospital, both of them with gunshot wounds. The husband had overslept on his first day on the job because his wife forgot to set the alarm, and he expressed his displeasure by shooting her in the arm. Not to be outdone, she ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-21

The Silent Man Who Spoke Not A Word – Message John 11 Lazarus Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 11, 2022

Two men in the bible are called Lazarus . The interesting thing about these two men is that both were dead. Dead men don’t speak; they are silent – or are they? Both men spoke from the grave in a very special way. Both are unique. We look at both but mainly Lazarus from John 11.

THE SILENT MAN WHO SPOKE NOT A WORD – Message John 11 LAZARUS Part 1 THE CHARACTERS OF JOHN’S GOSPEL Today we are looking at a very interesting but important episode in the Gospel of John. It takes up most of one chapter and a bit of the next. The character we are studying is known as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31, Matthew 19:24, 1 Timothy 6:17, James 2:6, Luke 23:42-43, 2 Corinthians 5:8, Ephesians 4:8, John 11:1-5, Luke 10:38-42, John 12:1-7, John 11:6-16, 1 Corinthians 15:51  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Moses: A "One-Of-A-Kind" Leader

Contributed by Daniel Degarmo on Nov 1, 2003

You want to see leadership at its finest? Take a look at Moses. God chose HIM to lead his family from the bonds of slavery into freedom.

Moses: Great Example of Leadership Exodus 4; Deuteronomy 1:9-18; Hebrews 11:23-28 Introduction 1. The Old Testament and the great stories and examples that we can read about in it serve as a tutor and guide for us to learn from it. Rom 15:4. 2. Moses was a “one-of-a-kind” leader. “…there arose ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:9-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gracious Lost People Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 9, 2009

As Christians, we must learn to appreciate and enjoy the image of God in others – even those who do not know Jesus Christ. Sometimes, lost people can be wonderful -- and may be more gracious than some who know the Lord.

Gracious Lost People (Genesis 33:1-20) 1. Lots of things in life are relative. 2. Do you know what the snail said as it road on the back of a tortoise? Wheeeee! 3. When we talk about people, we are usually talking in relative terms. In guys eyes, "all of sinned and fall short of the glory of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 33:1-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The First Passover: An Exposition Of Exodus 12:1-14

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 22, 2020

The first Passover points the way to a greater second Passover.

The First Passover: An Exposition of Exodus 12:1-14 The Passover is a special day for the Jewish people. Even secular Jews celebrate it. It serves a purpose similar to Independence Day in the US or Cinco de Mayo in Latin and South America. The Children of Israel had served as slaves in Egypt for a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Released To Bless

Contributed by Jeff Ecklund on Jul 28, 2011

This message is about the truth that we are called to bless. From the promise to Abraham, Jacob and 1 Peter reminding us of that call. Many Christians struggle with the call on their life. We sometimes have an overemphasis on mission/goals etc and forg

Released to Purpose Series III HOTL 2011 Recap Series: Gathering the lost and broken to Christ Restoring Wholeness Releasing to Purpose It’s frustrating in life to walk without knowing your purpose. Good news is that God does not want to keep you in the dark! Peter has already ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-12

Denomination: *other

Spiritual Growth Series Series

Contributed by Alexander John on Jul 5, 2007

The Role of Faith in Spiritual Growth

Lesson 7: The Role of Faith in Spiritual Growth “Little faith will bring your soul to heaven; great faith will bring heaven to your soul.” C.H. Spurgeon Introduction Faith is the foundation of the Christian life; its importance cannot be overstated. Faith determines our actions. We act on ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Gift That Keeps On Giving Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 4, 2015

The gift of "giving" is perhaps closest to God's heart. What is it about this gift that makes it so special, and how can we know if we have this particular gift?

OPEN: One preacher told of the time he found himself in a situation where he truly needed to announce publicly what he was giving to a special church offering. “This wasn’t for the purpose of boastfulness, for I was only giving $25, although, at that time, that was significant to me. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Brood Of Vipers

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 14, 2006

What drove the man who wore rags rather than “Botany 500” was being true to God’s calling on his life – making certain his generation understood genuine faith and power. There have always been a lot of mistaken ideas about that.

John said to the crowds that came out to be baptized by him, "You brood of vipers! Who warned you to flee from the wrath to come? Bear fruits worthy of repentance. Do not begin to say to yourselves, ’We have Abraham as our ancestor’; for I tell you, God is able from these stones to raise up ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: United Methodist

Lessons From The School Of Power(Pt 1)

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Apr 17, 2009

A lot of Christians are getting tired of weak Christianity they have and as such they have been asking questions on how they could make progress from their present level. They ask how they could obtain power. Therefore, the focus of this message is to sup

LESSONS FROM THE SCHOOL OF POWER Dr. D. K. Olukoya A lot of Christians are getting tired of weak Christianity they have and as such they have been asking questions on how they could make progress from their present level. They ask how they could obtain power. Therefore, the focus of this message ...read more

Scripture: John 14:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living With Satan

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Jul 17, 2025

What is it like living with Satan? Noah endured all the people of the world who followed Satan for many years until the flood. Lot was vexed in his soul living among evil people in Sodom and Gamorrha. Jesus told certain Jews they were the sons of Satan.

What is it like living with Satan? Noah endured all the people of the world who followed Satan for many years until the flood. Lot was vexed in his soul living among evil people in Sodom and Gamorrha. Jesus told certain Jews they were the sons of Satan. Their behaviors imitated the works of Satan. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14, John 8:30-47, Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ