Sermons on Acting On The Word:

Christ, Our Firm Foundation

Contributed by Craig Condon on Nov 4, 2016

Every house has a firm foundation. Without it, the house would quickly fall down. Similarly, our faith has a firm foundation-Jesus Christ. That foundation can never be shaken.

Every house has a firm foundation. Without it, the house would quickly fall down. Similarly, our faith has a firm foundation-Jesus Christ. That foundation can never be shaken. The word “Shaken” is sometimes used to describe what happens to a home’s foundations in an earthquake. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17

Denomination: Anglican

The Whole Armor Of God Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jun 21, 2022

Our enemy is a spiritual power. Our enemy the devil, is described as spiritual forces in heavenly places. Paul wants the believers in Ephesus to know that our enemy is the devil. There may be earthy leaders who oppose the gospel.

Living the Christian life is like standing on a battlefield. There is a drastic difference between peacetime and wartime. In the original Perspectives Books Ralph Winter uses the illustration of the Queen Mary ship to illustrate this. Here is his illustration: The Queen Mary, lying in repose in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Āḇaq: Jacob Wrestles With God Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 15, 2022

Are you a fan of wrestling? I remember watching wrestling growing up. And I remember seeing a few fights during junior high and high school where people were wrestling. What happens when people wrestle?

Are you a fan of wrestling? I remember watching wrestling growing up. And I remember seeing a few fights during junior high and high school where people were wrestling. What happens when people wrestle? They start fighting, and they inevitably end up on the ground, tossing up dust, spinning around, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:23-32

Denomination: Salvation Army

Psalm 1 - Like A Tree Planted Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 11, 2022

This is the opening sermon in the series and explores Psalm 1 and the implications for Christians today.

We are beginning a new series called Sermon in the Psalms. What is nice about the Psalms is they lend themselves very well to what is called topical preaching. We can focus on specific topics and each sermon pretty much stands alone. That is one of the reasons for studying the book of Psalms. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6, Matthew 5:11, Galatians 5:23

Denomination: Christian Church

Third Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year A- Fishers Of Men

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 16, 2022

The goal is to lead a person to acknowledge Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. Later will come baptism and R.C.I.A.

Off the coast of Maine lies an island so small that the surrounding ocean can be seen from any point on the island. A visitor to the Sunday school class asked the children, "How many of you," he asked, "have ever seen the Atlantic Ocean?" To his surprise, not a single hand went ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17, Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Catholic

Messiah Jesus Born In A Manger To King Of The Universe

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Dec 28, 2022

A humble desire for the Lord of all. Simple, pure, truthful, meek, lowly, humble. That’s what it takes. Maybe in the end that’s a gift from the Lord himself.

“Mother and daughter looked more like twin sisters. Both were grossly overweight, and together they couldn’t have possessed more than eight teeth. Both had spent too many nights in jailhouses and skid row missions. As they lugged garbage bags full of their meager possessions past our church, Wanda ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:4-5, John 14:15, Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Armor Of God: The Helmet Of Salvation And The Sword Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Sep 23, 2022

If we are going to win the battle, we must know the enemy possesses the power. We must also understand that Satan is a vanquished foe and we have the equipment to fully protect ourselves. This week we will study the last two pieces of spiritual armor that God provides.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org watch this message at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/episodes/156328 Introduction It comes as a shock to the new or the uninformed believer that the Christian life is a battleground and not a playground. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Denomination: Brethren

Living In The Kingdom 10 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 20, 2022

In Part 10 of this series we examine what Jesus said about making an oath. In this message we see that as a Christian our word should be our bond - it should be proof enough of our intention or past actions. We should never have to make an oath to ensure someone believes what we are saying.

Living in the Kingdom 10 Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37; 23:16-18; Leviticus 19:12; Exodus 20:7 As I have been studying, meditating and preparing these messages based on Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount, I have been reflecting on conversations that I have had with people about the Bible and its ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37, Matthew 23:16-18, Leviticus 19:12, Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Dangers Of Negative Speaking. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 2, 2024

Words have power, and the Bible warns us about the dangers of negative speaking.

Our words can either build up or tear down, and it's crucial to understand the impact of our speech on ourselves and others. Let us explore the biblical perspective on negative speaking and its consequences. The Power of Words Proverbs 18:21 states, "The tongue has the power of life and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-5, Proverbs 18:21, Proverbs 15:4, Psalm 19:14, Matthew 12:24  (view more)  (view less)

Bringing Life To Dead Bones (Ezekiel 37:1-14)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jun 9, 2024

Throughout the Bible, we read about Israel's faithfulness and unfaithfulness to God. Yet, God is not finished with them. He restored Israel as a nation and will make it the centerpiece of the new earth at Christ's return.

The thirty-seventh chapter of Ezekiel presents what on the surface seems to be a story of desolation and ruin that is beyond any hope of restoration by human standards. This chapter describes a tragic episode in the history of Israel as a nation. It paints a bleak picture of its past but also ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-29, Jeremiah 31:31-34, Ezekiel 37:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

A Biblical Guide To Righteous Living Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 19, 2025

As believers, we are called to live a life that is pleasing to God. By

As believers, we are called to live a life that is pleasing to God. In Psalm 119:1-11, we find a beautiful expression of what it means to walk in the ways of the Lord. This passage serves as a guide for us to follow, reminding us of the importance of living a blameless life. The Blessing of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:1-11

Shining As Lights: Transformed By Truth Philippians 2:14-16 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 17, 2024

Philippians 2:14-16 calls us to embrace a life that shines as lights in a world filled with darkness. As we explore the Bible, may our hearts be illuminated by the transformative power of God's truth.

Shining as Lights: Transformed by Truth Introduction: Today, we turn our attention to the transformative truth found in Philippians 2:14-16. This passage calls us to embrace a life that shines as lights in a world filled with darkness. As we explore the New Living Translation Bible, may our hearts ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-16, Philippians 2:14-15, Matthew 5:16, Philippians 2:16, Psalm 119:105, 1 Thessalonians 2:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Every Wise Woman Builds Her House

Contributed by Sunitha Justin on Sep 15, 2020

Knowingly or unknowingly, as women, we are in the business of building – building lives. It is necessary to build our homes as a wise woman. Three ways: Build with a strong foundation: WORD OF GOD. Build with a strong connection: PRAYER. Build with strong brick of LOVE

Proverbs 14:1 - Every wise woman builds her house, but a foolish one tears it down with her own hands. Here Solomon contrasts once again between wisdom and folly, as in many other verses in Proverbs. And often, in all these verses, we find foolish people to be at one end of the spectrum and the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:1, Genesis 1:27-28, Galatians 3:28, 1 Corinthians 11:11-12, Matthew 7:24-27, 2 Timothy 3:15, 2 Timothy 1:5, Deuteronomy 6:6-9, Deuteronomy 11:18-19, Luke 23:28-31, Philippians 4:6, Titus 2:3, Ephesians 5:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Birth Names Of Jesus Lesson 6

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 14, 2018

Birth Names of Jesus

1. Jesus. “Thou shalt call His name Jesus, for He shall save His people from their sins” (Matt. 1:21). The Greek name Jesus comes from the Hebrew Joshua. “Jehovah Saves.” Links His birth to His purpose to provide salvation. 2. Immanuel. “Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21, Isaiah 7:14, John 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Goodness Of God

Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 29, 2015

God is available at all times to hear our prayers, to listen to our concerns and to be touched by the nonverbal communication of our feelings. In return, we must be increasingly acquainted with the voice of God. We must follow God each and every day.

In the passage from James 1:17-27, James talks about the goodness of God. God doesn’t tempt us to do evil things, but he often uses life’s challenges to strengthen and perfect us. In the process we become more like God. Instead of tempting us to do evil things, God gives us good gifts. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17-27

Denomination: Anglican