Sermons on Abraham:

Easter - Jesus Visits Hell Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 12, 2014

This is part 2 of my Easter series. This message focuses on what Jesus did between His death and resurrection.

Easter: Jesus Visit Hell Scriptures: 1 Peter 3:18-20 Luke 16:19-31; 23:39-43 Introduction: This is part two of my Easter series. In part one last week I focused on Judas and his betrayal of Jesus. My goal in that message was to bring some clarity to the man who was responsible for betraying ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hell

Contributed by Lee Houston on Jun 25, 2021

I am going to talk about what Jesus said of hell, and the wrong beliefs that some have about it. I do this not to frighten anyone but as information that may be useful in some witnessing opportunities.

Hell Scripture: Luke 16:19-31, Matthew 5:29 Summary: I am going to talk about what Jesus said of hell and the wrong beliefs that some have about it. I do this not to frighten anyone but as information may be useful in some witnessing opportunities. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31, Matthew 5:29

Lot - The Distressed Righteous

Contributed by Rev. Dr. M. J. Joseph on Jul 2, 2017

A man who started well, but failed in later life

We are on the first day of the New Year. I join you in praising God for all his blessings during the past year. As we enter into the New Year and treading through it, let us meditate on the Word of God for guidance throughout the New Year. Let me read a text from 1 Cor.10:12-13. “So, if you think ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:12-13

Denomination: Episcopal

Are You A Gomer?

Contributed by Jim Brown on Feb 14, 2026

To me, Hosea and Gomer is sort of the second best story in the Bible (Jesus’ salvation story being the first). Hosea and Gomer is a metaphor for God and Us. So we are all Gomers!

Are you a Gomer? Intro Questions: How do you discipline your children when they do something wrong: Nothing? Gently talk to them? Timeout? Ground them? Take their phone? Spank them? Cain them? Kill them? Nuke them? Thanos Snap the entire Galaxy? When God catches you doing something wrong, what ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:23-29, Romans 3:22-24, Romans 10:11-13, Romans 9:25-33, Matthew 23:37, Hebrews 10:1-18, Galatians 3:16-22, Galatians 3:6-14, Revelation 2:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon 3 - Into The Warm Arms Of God Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 9, 2025

What is the state of people after they die before the final resurrection at the second coming of Jesus? We want the comfort of knowing that our loved ones are safe in the arms of God. What does the Bible say about this?

A. We are in a sermon series called Eternal Questions…Biblical Answers. 1. So far in our series, we have talked about when Christ comes and when death comes. 2. Today, I would like to start with a Winnie the Pooh quote: “How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.” 3. With ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14, Philippians 3:20-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Existed Before Christmas

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Dec 3, 2024

The LORD said to my Lord

Jesus Existed Before Christmas Psalm 110 Good morning Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. NKJV Around the Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 110:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"How To Please God"

Contributed by Blake Carroll on Aug 26, 2001

Christians should have a great desire to please God.

Title: “How To Please God” Scripture: Hebrews 13:20-21 Introduction: Living to please God should be the desire of every Christian individual. His Word challenges us to live lives that are pleasing unto Him. In order to do this; we must first understand “how to please God?” ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Peek-A-Boo

Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Mar 23, 2013

Paul says we have eyes in our understading.

Peek-A-Boo by Gerald Van Horn Text. Ephesians 1:15-21. If you have ever had the experience of raising children you know they demand a lot of attention. They need feeding and changing. Also sooner or later they need to be entertained. You can play a little game with them to get them to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Part 1 - Genesis 20:1-10 - He's A Fraud! He's A Fraud! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Aug 12, 2010

With a croaky voice filled with the bile of his past and exposed by his dementia he shouted "He's a fraud! He's a fraud! Don't listen to him! Don't listen to him! He only wants your money! He's a fraud!" It was disconcerting to say the least.

Part 1 - Genesis 20:1-10 - HE'S A FRAUD! HE'S A FRAUD! Diary entry - "Full circle! Here I am again. Dealing with the same old things over and over in my life. You would think that eventually I would get it - that God wants to fulfill His purposes in my life if only I'd GET OFF THE ROUND-A-BOUT. I ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 20:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your Next Step

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 6, 2009

Taking the next step God has for you is vital to your growth; so how do you know what that step is our how to take it?

Major misconceptions in modern Christianity. Going deeper: Getting fed: Growing closer: Knowledge vs. Action. 1 Cor.8:1 – Knowledge makes arrogant, but love edifies. James 1:22 - Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says. The action is the next step. 1 ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus And Our Lamb Of God! Series

Contributed by Larry Vollink on Feb 12, 2021

Today, people are watching the movie, "Silence Of The Lambs" and today we will NOT keep silent about our Lamb (Of God)!

We first see the story of Abraham and his son, Isaac, taking his son the son of promise to Mt. Moriah, that he was to sacrifice his son as a burnt offering to God. As they drew near to the time, Isaac asked the question, "Where is the lamb for the burnt offering?" And Abraham says, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Deceitful Tongue Of Pathological Liars. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 27, 2025

This sermon will explore few examples of lies in the Bible, the methods used to deceive, and the punishments that followed.

The Bible provides numerous accounts of individuals who succumbed to the temptation of lying, often with severe consequences. In Proverbs 12:22, it is written, "The Lord detests lying lips, but he delights in people who are trustworthy." This sermon will explore few examples of lies in ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:22

Our Choices Matter

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Oct 14, 2002

Our God given right to Choose and the importance of right choices in life

Trust Decides Everything Rom 8:29 - 30, Gen 2:16-17, Gen 15:1-6, Deut 30:16-20, John 3:16, Acts 16:31 October 4, 2002 I. When people decide to accept Jesus as their savior they come to a point in there lives where they are ready to put their trust in God instead of themselves. A. When any of ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:16-20, John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The Lord's Supper? Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Aug 9, 2001

what the Lord’s Supper consists of

Sermon Series on the Lord’s Supper Topic 1: What is the Lord’s Supper? August 5, 2001 There is a popular movie from the 1980’s - called “the gods must be crazy.” In this movie, a plane is shown at the beginning flying over a country of uncivilized people. While this plane is flying, a man ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-28

Denomination: Lutheran

Pray For The Peace Of Jerusalem Series

Contributed by David Jenkins on Nov 10, 2004

Pray for the peace of Jerusalem

Psalm 122:6-9, “6 Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: "May those who love you be secure. 7 May there be peace within your walls and security within your citadels." 8 For the sake of my brothers and friends, I will say, "Peace be within you." 9 For the sake of the house of the LORD our God, I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:6-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible