Sermons on Admonish:

Doing It PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2023

Emphasizes the importance of not just hearing God's Word, but actively living it out, highlighting the blessings that come from doing so and the dangers of failing to do so.

Good morning, family. Today, we're going to talk about three things: being doers of the Word, the blessing of doing, and the danger of not doing. We're going to dive into the book of James. Now, you know, James doesn't mince words. He's pretty straightforward about what it means to be a follower of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-26

Topics: Just Do It

Heavenly Conscious PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Encourage believers to resist the temptations of this world and instead focus on God's promises, living with an awareness of heaven and preparing for our eternal life with Him.

Good morning, Church family! Today, we are going to delve into a topic that is as relevant today as it was when the Apostle John first penned his letters - living with a heavenly conscious, the world's allurements vs. god's promises, and preparing for our eternal place. Elisabeth Elliot once wrote, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Topics: Final Day

Unashamed Before Him PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Encourage believers to live confidently and unashamedly in Jesus, continuing in obedience to God's Word, so that they may stand unashamed before Him at His coming.

Good evening, brothers and sisters in Christ. We are gathered here today to dive into the Scriptures and listen to what God has to say through His Word. In the wise words of A.W. Tozer, "To be right with God has often meant to be in trouble with men." As we settle into our seats, let's turn our ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:28-29

Topics: Continue, Christ

When The Forest Wakes.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 6, 2024

Did you know that God’s provisions are for every believer who will open his or her mouth unto Him. If you refuse God‘s provisions, you suffer spiritual, malnutrition, and fail to grow.

When The Forest Wakes. John 11.25 Did you know that God’s provisions are for every believer who will open his or her mouth unto Him. If you refuse God‘s provisions, you suffer spiritual, malnutrition, and fail to grow. But if we open our mouth wide, we can be sure that God will fill it. “All ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25-26, Genesis 8:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Honor Your Father's Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 28, 2024

When we choose to honor God the Father, our parents, our leaders and each other God pours out his blessings into our life.

Father’s Day message 2024 This last week we took a team to Honduras to work with IMI’s City of Refuge. As I pondered the week and the lessons I was learning from God my Father in Honduras – I sat and wrote this sermon one night. I observed a team of workers at IMI and Kids’ actions and attitudes ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12, Colossians 3:15-21, Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Or Gods

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Jul 25, 2024

How many believe there is only one God? Is it possible there are more than one god? Let us investigate.

How many believe there is only one God? Is it possible there are more than one god? Let us investigate. Dictionary.com defines god (lowercase ‘g’) as: Noun 1. one of several deities, especially a male deity, presiding over some portion of worldly affairs. 2. an image of a deity; an idol. 3. any ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13, 1 Corinthians 2:12-14, Exodus 20:3, 1 Corinthians 3:1, 1 Corinthians 3:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Put Off - Put On Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 12, 2024

Based on Colossians 3:5-17 - Challenges hearers to consider the importance of putting off the "garments of garbage" & putting on the "garments of grace."

“PUT OFF – PUT ON” Colossians 3:5-17 FBCF – 8/11/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – Hospital visit mid-afternoon Tue. Decided to stop at Broad Street Bakery to grab a cup of coffee & work on sermon some. Tuxedo rental store upstairs in Banner Hall. On chalkboard downstairs – “In a tuxedo, I’m a star. In ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:5-17

Denomination: Baptist

What's Christmas Mean To You?

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Dec 13, 2024

You want to know something… there are as many non-Christians celebrating Christmas, as Christians. Although many people have almost forgotten what Christmas really means, there are still plenty of people young and old around the world, who have a different take on what Christmas is.

Christmas is once again upon us and people around the world are busy with their preparations for their own versions of a Christmas celebration. Christmas is a time for family reunions, for family bonding, renewing friendships, exchanging gifts and going on holiday trips. Christians around the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5, John 8:12, Colossians 1:15-27, Luke 1:68-69

Denomination: Baptist

The Restoration Of Israel – Jeremiah – Part 9 – Chapter 33:15 – The Remarkable Study Of "The Branch” In Scripture Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 22, 2025

In the bible there is woven a remarkable theme glorifying the Lord Jesus THE BRANCH, and this thread is in the Old and New Testaments. It is a remarkable study and is set out here as clearly as I can make it. I hope it confirms to you the inspiration of the bible. Only God could do that.

THE RESTORATION OF ISRAEL – JEREMIAH – PART 9 – Chapter 33:15 – THE REMARKABLE STUDY OF “THE BRANCH” IN SCRIPTURE THE STUDY OF “THE BRANCH” IN SCRIPTURE Jeremiah 33 verse 15. Let us look at a lovely scriptural study of “THE BRANCH”. As we delve into this we shall see the great harmony that is ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:15, Jeremiah 23:5, Isaiah 4:2, Zechariah 3:6-8, Zechariah 6:12, Philippians 2:7-8, Jeremiah 23:5-6, John 1:1-11, Ezekiel 1:5-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walk With Awareness

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 23, 2025

Those who walk in love, in righteousness, and in the light are to walk in awareness of the day. This involves not only recognizing the great lostness and depravity of our day but responding to these pressing needs in a way that honors the Lord and impacts our culture.

Walk with Awareness Ephesians 5:15-21 We have discussed much in recent weeks. Paul admonished the church to walk in Love. Our walk and witness are to reflect the love of Christ – the sacrificial love we have received. We are to walk in Righteousness. The world at large lives to please the flesh, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

Abracadabra

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 1, 2025

God's and our words are powerfully creative.

Abracadabra 1. Gossip: A man in a small village was found guilty of starting a malicious rumor about another man. This rumor was not only untrue, but it had seriously damaged the other man’s reputation and family. As is often the custom in small villages, the accused was taken before the chief, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:24-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Watch Your Mouth (Pt 1) Series

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Oct 13, 2025

Did you see something new in God’s word this past week? See a familiar passage with new eyes? See the same passage more than once in last week, from different sources?

Superbowl 37 FedEx commercial spoof of Castaway. If you recall, Tom Hanks played a FedEx worker whose company plane went down, stranding him on a desert for years. The commercial portrayed a frazzled Hanks in the movie. The FedEx employee goes to door of suburban home, package in hand. Lady answers ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29, Proverbs 11:13, James 3:1-12

Dressing For Success Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Mar 6, 2003

When Christ rules our lives we will clothe ourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Once we dress this way, we can put up with each other and forgive as Christ has forgiven us.

Nov. 25, 2001 Scripture Text: Colossians 3:12-17 Speaker: Jeff Williams Series Overview Dressing For Success Good morning! When Maxine and I were attending seminary we were invited to several theme parties. The host would pick an era and then we would all dress the part. One such party ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

His Lordship Is Enough Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jun 19, 2001

Today as we look at verses 13-29, we will see the great apostle Paul reminding us of who Christ is -- HE IS SAVIOR, CREATOR, GOD. And He is the CHURCH (Jesus Is Enough - part 2)

"His Lordship Is ENOUGH! HE"S Got It Covered..." JESUS IS Enough - Part Two Colossians 1:13-29 Question; How do you like going out to eat? I sure do? Not too long ago, I had the opportunity to eat at Checkers - not the hamburger stand; but the seafood restaurant...near Perimeter Mall.... ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:13-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Personal Look At The Life Of Paul Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Feb 2, 2001

Paul’s description of his own heart and plans for future ministry

A PERSONAL LOOK AT THE LIFE OF PAUL * To think about the Apostle Paul is to cause many possible thoughts to enter our minds. He has meant so much in so many ways to so many people. He has changed the very world we live by the very fact of his life and the obedience he gave to Christ. * Beginning ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13-33, Romans 15:15