Sermons on Abusive Power:

Twelfth Sunday After Trinity (B C P). Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 4, 2025

Sermons upon the Bible readings of the Book of Common Prayer.

Psalm 34:1-10, Exodus 34:29-35, 2 Corinthians 3:4-9, Mark 7:31-37. A). O YE HIS SAINTS. Psalm 34:1-10. David was ‘on the run’ from king Saul. Mistakenly thinking that he might find refuge with the Philistines, he only escaped from their clutches by feigning madness (cf. 1 Samuel 21:10-15). ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-10, Exodus 34:29-35, 2 Corinthians 3:4-9, Mark 7:31-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"do Not Be Offended."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on May 15, 2025

Choosing not to take offense when wronged demonstrates strength and patience. Practicing this mindset enhances our emotional well-being and strengthens our relationships. By fostering self-control, compassion, and mindfulness, we can cultivate a culture of love and harmony within the body of Christ.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Matthew 18:7) “Woe to the world because of offenses! For offenses must come, but woe to that man by whom the offense comes.” (Matthew 11:6) “And blessed is he, whosoever shall not be offended in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:6, Proverbs 19:11, Colossians 3:12-13, Matthew 18:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Is On My Side, And No Opposition Is Strong Enough Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 15, 2025

Let's explore biblical examples that illustrate the power of divine favor in the face of human opposition.

The phrase "If God is for me, I don't care who is against me" echoes the unwavering faith of biblical heroes who trusted in God's sovereignty amidst adversity. This conviction is rooted in Romans 8:31, where the apostle Paul writes, "If God is for us, who can be against ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6, Romans 8:31

The Correct Treatment Of The Poor.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 27, 2021

Jesus said, You have the poor always with you. Matthew 26:11.

THE CORRECT TREATMENT OF THE POOR. Proverbs 22:1-2, Proverbs 22:8-9, Proverbs 22:22-23. We have here three pairs of poetic couplets about attitudes to the poor. It is not that the Bible is against wealth itself, or even wealthy people. King Solomon, the writer of some of these Proverbs, was ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:1-2, Proverbs 22:8-9, Proverbs 22:22-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Got Us

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on May 7, 2023

This is an unfinished sermon about how God encourages us collectively.

God's Got Us Introduction Until 1973, when a drunk driver hit and destroyed it, in the middle of the Sahara desert, there stood a solitary acacia tree, named Tree of Ténéré. This solitary tree had roots that stretched down 130 feet to a water supply deep under the desert floor. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Grave Robber

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Mar 31, 2024

There was a new robber in town! I said there was a new robber in town! The grave robber! The new robber in town had taken away the Keys, to life and death from the devil, without the devil, even having a clue as to what was happening, once and for all and forevermore!

The Grave Robber Matthew 28 1-15 NKJ 1 Now after the Sabbath, as the first day of the week began to dawn, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary came to see the tomb. 2 And behold, there was a great earthquake; for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled back the stone ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-15, Matthew 27:50-56

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of God's Word: A Psalm Of Praise Psalm 33:1-5 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 2, 2024

Psalm 33:1-5, extols the greatness of God's Word and the power of His creative command. As we journey through this passage together, let us be inspired by the majesty of our Creator and the transformative impact of His truth in our lives.

The Power of God's Word: A Psalm of Praise Psalm 33:1-5 Introduction: Today we gather to delve into the timeless truths found in Psalm 33:1-5, which extols the greatness of God's Word and the power of His creative command. As we journey through this passage together, let us be inspired by ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:1-5, Psalm 33:1-3, Psalm 33:4-5, Isaiah 55:10-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Transformed By The Living Word Hebrews 4:12 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 15, 2024

Hebrews 4:12 illuminates the profound impact of Scripture on our lives and hearts. Let us turn our attention to this passage and discover how the Word of God can transform us from within.

Transformed by the Living Word Hebrews 4:12 Introduction: Today, we delve into the powerful truth of God's living Word as we explore Hebrews 4:12. This verse illuminates the profound impact of Scripture on our lives and hearts. Let us turn our attention to this passage and discover how the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12, Psalm 119:105, Isaiah 55:11, Psalm 139:23-24, James 1:23-25, Romans 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Pastor's Prayer Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 1, 2021

It is my prayer for you today to see how blessed you are and how much power is at your disposal because we are united in Christ.

A Pastor’s Prayer Text: Eph. 1:15-23 Introduction 1. "A preacher must be both soldier and shepherd. He must nourish, defend, and teach; he must have teeth in his mouth, and be able to bite and fight." 2. A number of years ago, God called me to be a Pastor, and shepherd to his people. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Methodist

The Origin Of Jesus.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 7, 2022

Jesus came from the Father.

THE ORIGIN OF JESUS. John 7:25-31. JOHN 7:25. “Then said some of them of Jerusalem, Is not this He, whom they seek to kill?” These evidently are not the same as the people who had earlier asked, ‘Who goeth about to kill thee?’ (John 7:20). These are residents of Jerusalem, who knew fine well ...read more

Scripture: John 7:25-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Existence And Reality Of Almighty God

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Sep 14, 2021

Our series on the vital doctrines of Holy Scripture continues as we look at the reality, power, and other characteristics of the Sovereign Lord God Almighty.

The Scriptures proclaim and assume the existence of God. It is a fact taken for granted, and to deny Him is utter nonsense (Psalm 14:1; 53:1). There is a universal belief deep within every person that a Divine, Supernatural Being exists from the external evidence of the world around us and the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Psalm 139:7, Ezekiel 18:23, Revelation 19:6, Psalm 14:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The 4 Points: #3: Christ Died For Our Sins: Story: The Mesage Of The Cross. Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 26, 2024

THE 4 POINTS: #3: Christ Died For Our Sins: Story: The Message of the Cross - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: • The cross to the world – “a message.” (vs 18&24) • The cross to the Jews = “stumbling-block” (vs 23b) • The cross to the Greeks = “foolishness” (vs 23c) • The cross to believers = “the power & wisdom of God” (vs 24) SERMON BODY: Ill: • In 2014, a metal detectorist ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Brethren

Walk Worthy Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Apr 10, 2022

Paul prays that the Colossians would do more good deeds, understand God more, be empowered by God and be thankful.

Above All: A Study in Colossians Colossians 1:9-14 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 04-10-2022 Prayed For Maxine and I have been married for almost 30 years. There are very few things I know for sure in this life but one of them is that Patrick, Maxine’s stepdad, prayed for ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of Fear

Contributed by Brian Harrell on Nov 29, 2021

Let's talk about one of the most commonly shared emotions: fear. Fear will cause us to be beaten down, defeated, have drooping shoulders, shuffling feet, unsmiling, critical, distrusting kind of people. How do you know if you are living with the toxin of fear?

This morning I want to talk about one of the most commonly shared emotions in this building today. It is fear. If there's anything that I think that this pandemic has created and spread more than the disease itself, it is fear. Life is scary. The world is scary Fear will cause us to be beaten ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7, Isaiah 41:9-10

Denomination: Church Of God

Jesus Condemned To Death Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 11, 2022

The corrupt high priest was speaking prophetically, not realizing that he really was predicting that the death of Jesus would prevent the eternal death of billions of human beings who would believe in Him.

Jesus Condemned to Death Those of us who have had the privilege and honor of a pilgrimage to the Holy Land always make Jerusalem part of the holy time. There, although the Jewish Temple has been replaced by a grand mosque, we can see the very places we read about in the New Testament, the actions ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20, Romans 6:6, Acts 2:23, Luke 23:23, Mark 15:20, John 19:12-16, 2 Corinthians 13:4, John 11:47-53  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic