Sermons on Abusive Power:

Unplugged From The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Larry Turner on Sep 8, 2016

There is a danger from becoming disobedient to the Holy Spirit. Samsom was an example of that.

Judges 16:20 “Then she cried out, ‘Samson! The Philistines have come to capture you!’ When he woke up, he thought, ‘I will do as before and shake myself free.’ But he didn’t realize the Lord had left him.” There are not too many verses as troubling as ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:20

Denomination: Foursquare

Our Awesome God

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on Sep 19, 2016

God is awesome in power and grace. He is great beyond the anything anyone could imagine.

TITLE: Our Awesome God TEXT: Psalm 33:6-9 & 13-15; Colossians 1:15-17 INTRO: The two most important questions in life are: Where did we come from? and Where are we going? People give different answers to those questions: 1. The Atheist says God does not exist. The universe was not created by a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

Did God Really Say...? Series

Contributed by David Spiegel on Sep 28, 2016

In this message we explore how that Satan is still using the question he asked Eve in the garden, to cast doubt on God's word and once we doubt, we are more easily deceived into sinful mistakes!

Did God Really Say…? From the time we are old enough to communicate, we have questions. • I think every little kid goes through the, “but why?” phase. • Questions are a very important way of learning. • A good teacher will even ask questions to get students ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Danger Of Being Too Important

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 14, 2020

A message that warns against the destructive power of pride, encouraging followers of Christ to serve with humility.

“Naaman came with his horses and chariots and stood at the door of Elisha’s house. And Elisha sent a messenger to him, saying, ‘Go and wash in the Jordan seven times, and your flesh shall be restored, and you shall be clean.’ But Naaman was angry and went away, saying, ‘Behold, I thought that he ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

You've Been Adopted Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 25, 2020

As the adopted children of God we have all the rights and privileges as Jesus!

You’ve Been Adopted Text: Romans 8:12-17 Introduction 1. Illustration: This is my niece Beth, her husband Seth, and their adopted son Charlie. Isn’t he cute? Beth and Seth were unable to have a child of their own and so they decided to adopt. They went through several attempts to adopt and they ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:12-17

Denomination: Methodist

Our God Is A Great Warrior (Joshua 10:1-11) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 5, 2022

It's maybe more helpful to describe God as the "More Powerful One," than to call him "All-Powerful." We have good theology, but we talk about God in ways that make talk of "omnipotence" pointless. God has your back. And God fights for you.

Joshua 10 is complicated, and I'm not sure how to teach it. Normally, the way stories work, is that there is a flow to them-- an order. One thing naturally leads to another, which leads to another. Stories look like life looks. Everything happens in sequence. In chapter 10, AJ bends the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 10:1-11

Who's Controlling Your Narrative?

Contributed by Bruce Hadley on Apr 19, 2023

There are only two narratives at play in the world, and we are living to one narrative or another When it comes to life, humanity and the world, there are only two narratives at play and being told, God’s narrative and the world’s narrative!

WHO’S CONTROLLING YOUR NARRATIVE Controlling the narrative is the buzz phrase today. It is among the most prevalent phrases in society, business, politics, sports and life in general: "controlling the narrative." Controlling the narrative is, telling it your way, before someone else ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:23, 1 John 5:19, Genesis 3:1-6, Psalm 119:89, Psalm 119:160  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Season Of Creation 2: Psalm 104; He Planned It And He Brings It About, He Is Faithful In His Provision To All Creation. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Sep 29, 2023

Reflecting on the Psalmists words and celebrating the Creator Christ. For it is he who provides all.

Psalm 104 He planned it and he brings it about, he is faithful in His provision to all creation. Read Psalm 104, all of it. I wonder if you recognise this drab little bird? PP Sky lark, often what we see does not give the whole picture, in nature what seems to be something may just be a small ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 104:1-35, Revelation 21:6, John 4:14, Colossians 1:15-20, Hebrews 1:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

What This Salvation Is Going To Produce Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 7, 2023

This sermon series is going to look at Romans 1-8 in seven sermons. This first sermon focuses on "what." This passage tells us what salvation is going to produce, then the following chapters tell us how it happens

- This is a sermon series that summarizes Romans 1-8 in seven sermons. So we are just hitting the big ideas. - By the very nature of that, there will be much interesting material that we will have to skip over. It’s not unusual for pastors to do a sermon series on Romans 1-8 and take 50+ sermons ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Looking At My Lifeline: A Story Of Hope

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Nov 20, 2023

As a kidney patient, I have to rely on a dialysis machine to perform the functions that my kidneys are no longer able to do. Dialysis is my physical "lifeline". However, I have a greater lifeline in the Lord Jesus Christ who keeps me alive in every way.

I have been dealing with progressive kidney failure for nearly five years and the effects upon one's body that come with it. I've endured numerous trips to doctors, specialists, nutritionists, and other experts who have been more than helpful in getting me through this rough spot in my ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 17:11, Luke 22:20, Acts 20:28, Romans 5:9, Colossians 1:20, Revelation 1:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Are Christians Still Sinners But Saved By Grace – Part 5 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 8, 2023

New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon.

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-4, Colossians 1:12-14, Romans 5:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don’t Limit Your Miracle!

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Jun 17, 2023

The woman’s limitation to believe staff can work hindered the miracle. If she would have trusted that the staff was enough for God to heal, that would have been enough for her miracle to manifest. This teaches us an important lesson that we can limit the power of God through our lack of faith.

The Bible has accounts of several miraculous healings both in the Old and New Testament: Namaan, being healed of his leprosy, Hezekiah healed of his lump, Bartholomew healed of his blindness, a man at Bethesda healed of his paralysis and the list continues. Even today, we hear testimonies around ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:18-37, Mark 6:5-6, Acts 19:12, Matthew 13:58, 2 Kings 13:21, Luke 8:43-44, Acts 5:15  (view more)  (view less)

Revelation 1: A Declaration Of Praise And Promise

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 16, 2023

The opening chapter of the book of Revelation shows that in what seems to be the darkest and most hopeless periods of history, the Lord Jesus Christ is still Lord and King over HIs creation, and that all things will be made new.

If the book of Revelation had just this one chapter, it is enough for us to give praise and glory to God. He shows not just the apostle John but all of us that He is in charge of the affairs of His creation. No mere created being, whether it be mortal humanity or malevolent demon, will ever have ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-20, John 1:1-4, Proverbs 21:1, Colossians 1:15-18, John 14:6, Acts 4:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Faithful And Mighty: Trusting In The God Of Truth Jeremiah 32:17 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 15, 2024

In Jeremiah 32:17 (NLT), we encounter a declaration of God's faithfulness and might—a truth that has the power to transform our lives. Let us explore the transformative impact of trusting in the God of truth who is both faithful and mighty.

Faithful and Mighty: Trusting in the God of Truth Introduction: In Jeremiah 32:17 (NLT), we encounter a declaration of God's faithfulness and might—a truth that has the power to transform our lives. Let us explore the transformative impact of trusting in the God of truth who is both faithful ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:17, Lamentations 3:22-23, Isaiah 40:28, Romans 8:38-39, Jeremiah 31:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Transformed By Truth: Wisdom In Adversity Ecclesiastes 7:10 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 19, 2024

In Ecclesiastes 7:10, the wisdom of the Scriptures speaks to us, guiding us through the complexities of life. Join me today as we explore the transformative power of truth in the face of adversity, drawing insights from this verse and other passages that illuminate the path of wisdom.

Transformed by Truth: Wisdom in Adversity Introduction: In Ecclesiastes 7:10, the wisdom of the Scriptures speaks to us, guiding us through the complexities of life. Join me today as we explore the transformative power of truth in the face of adversity, drawing insights from this verse and other ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:10, Philippians 3:13-14, Proverbs 3:5-6, James 1:5, 1 Corinthians 1:24, Colossians 2:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal