Sermons on Advises:

Surprise

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 19, 2018

A study in the book of 2 Kings 6: 1 – 33

2 Kings 6: 1 – 33 Surprise 6 And the sons of the prophets said to Elisha, “See now, the place where we dwell with you is too small for us. 2 Please, let us go to the Jordan, and let every man take a beam from there, and let us make there a place where we may dwell.” So, he answered, “Go.” 3 Then ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Six Qualities Of A Great Leader (Exodus 18:13-27) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Mar 12, 2022

Moses is a model of a great leader. His willingness to heed Jethro's advice, saves him from burnout, and the people from a DMV life.

Let's start today by reading verses 13-14: (13) and then, on the next day, Moses sat to "judge"/exercise authority for the people, and the people stood before Moses from morning until evening, (14) and the father-in-law of Moses saw all that he [was] doing for the people, and he ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:13-27

Unconventional Wisdom

Contributed by Bobby Brewer on Jul 5, 2021

Have you ever felt led of God to do something that other trusted friends and advisors were counseling you against? Such is the case with Paul in Acts 21.

Series: Acts: We’re on a Mission from God Message: Unconventional Wisdom Text: Acts 21:1-16 Date: July 4, 2021 Big Idea: Have you ever felt led of God to do something that other trusted friends and advisors are counseling you against? Such is the case with Paul in Acts 21. He’s feeling led to go to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:1-16, Acts 20:22

Nero Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 21, 2022

Nero formally entered public life as an adult in 51 AD at approximately 14 years old. When he turned 16, Nero married Claudius' daughter (his step-sister), Claudia Octavia. Between the years 51 AD and 53 AD, he gave several speeches on behalf of various communities.

Nero Author: Tom Lowe Nero Claudius Caesar Augustus Germanicus (/'n??ro?/ NEER-oh; born Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus; 15 December AD 37 – 9 June AD 68) was the fifth Roman Emperor and final Emperor of the Julio-Claudian dynasty ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Vision Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 16, 2022

Vision Series: Rising Up January 9, 2022 – Brad Bailey

Vision Series: Rising Up January 9, 2022 – Brad Bailey Intro Last week we were away in San Diego... following our youngest son’s basketball tournament... and joined Sunday by way of livestream. So this morning I want to express my personal new year’s cheer. Goes without saying.... few of us were ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ezra Part 2 (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jun 24, 2022

Chapters 6-10

Darius Finds Cyrus’ Decree 6:1 Then King Darius issued a decree, and a search was conducted in the [a]archives, where the treasures were stored in Babylon. (IRAQ - I SPENT 2 MONTHS AT ABU GHRAIB, 4 MONTHS AT CROPPER / BUCCA PRISONS.) 2 And in [b]Ecbatana, in the fortress which is in the province ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Mention My Name Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Aug 26, 2025

At another level, Jesus’ words are perplexing. How could I possibly do something on par with Jesus? After all, how could I play soccer like Lionel Messi? How could I direct a film like Steven Spielberg? Or how could I cook like Gordon Ramsey?

Give me your full attention for a moment by allowing me to see your beautiful faces while I ask you this question. Which would you prefer? Walking with Jesus for three years like the Disciples did? Or would you prefer the Holy Spirit inside you, as believers experience today? Find John 14 with me, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Offer: To Eat With You, From Inside Of You (Revelation 3:14-22) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Oct 21, 2025

Rather than chase wealth, and focus on wealth, chase a deeper relationship with Jesus, of mutual indwelling.

Today, we wrap up the part of Revelation, where Jesus has John writing to the angels to the churches. Jesus has clear expectations, and high expectations, for his churches. Every church has its own spirit-- its own angel-- who is responsible for that church. And some angels, and some churches, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

The Devil Made Me Do It Part I

Contributed by Joe Harding on Jun 24, 2003

THE DEVIL’S DESIRE IS TO SEPARATE US FROM THE LORD GOD!!

THE DEVIL MADE ME DO IT PART I: WHERE IT ALL BEGAN GENESIS 2:25 – 3:10 SUNDAY JUNE 20, 2003 INTRODUCTION: THE CORPSE OF SIN When he was arrested in February 2002 for dumping off as many as 200 bodies in nearby woods, 28 year old Ray Brent Marsh, the operator of Tri-State Crematory told authorities ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Childhood Experiences Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jul 16, 2003

Self-help excercises for overcoming bad childhood experiences based on the book of Daniel, chapter one.

Childhood can be difficult enough, even if you grow up in the best of circumstances. Truth is, some of us didn’t have the luxury of growing up in an environment that was always safe and secure. Others of us who did have a pretty good upbringing still have some things we’d like to forget when it ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Cradle, The Cross, The Crown

Contributed by Richard Deem on Nov 23, 2001

The earthly ministry of Jesus Christ can be divided into 3 stages; namely the Cradle, the Cross and the Crown.

TEXT: Philippians 2:5-11 "Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men: And being found in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Turn Problems Into Opportunities For Evangelism

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

How To Turn Problems Into Opportunities for Evangelism

How To Turn Problems Into Opportunities for Evangelism Learning Objectives 1. The students will explain the principles behind how a missionary can turn a problem into an opportunity for evangelism. 2. The students will write a short paper on why it is important that a missionary yield his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 23

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Aug 20, 2001

A sermon on Psalm 23

"Psalm 23--A life of faith" I would like to read the 23rd Psalm from the RSV since this is one of the more familiar versions of this glorious Psalm: "The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want; he makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters, he restores my soul. He leads ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Not Around, But Through

Contributed by Joe Harding on Apr 22, 2001

THERE IS A DELIVERANCE FOR THE PEOPLE OF GOD!

NOT AROUND, BUT THROUGH EXODUS 14: 15-31 APRIL 22, 2001 INTRODUCTION: B.U.S.Y. Satan has called a worldwide convention. In his opening address to his evil angels, he said, “We can’t keep the Christians from going to church. We can’t keep them form reading their Bibles and knowing the truth. We ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:15-31

Denomination: Baptist

Easter Sermon On Leviticus

Contributed by Warren Bird on Dec 15, 2002

Christ jumps out at us from almost every page of Leviticus - and when Christ jumps out at you it will change your life! This sermon provides an overview of the sacrifical system in Leviticus and its meaning for Christians in the light of Easter.

One of the most famous Christians in the world would have to be Billy Graham. He is a great preacher who has spoken about Jesus to many millions of people all over the world during the past 50 years or so; he has been a personal adviser and pastor to Presidents; a rarity among American evangelists ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible