Sermons on Age Accountability:

What Causes Fussin And Fightin? Series

Contributed by Douglas Dudley on Jul 25, 2005

WILIE AND WAYLON SAYS,"THIS LIFE WE’RE LIVING HAS GOT US FIGHTING LIKE THE HATFIELDS AND THE MCCOYS.THIS AGE OLD PROBLEM STILL RAISES IT’S UGLY HEAD IN THE LORD’S CHURCH

What Causes Fussin’ and Fightin’? Text: James 4:1-10 I’m sure most of you have heard of the Hatfields and McCoys, two famous (or infamous) feuding families from the hills of Pikesville, Kentucky. Now, what you might not know is this famous family feud lasted for a decade—and it started over a ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Purpose Filled Love - Purpose Driven Life Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 7, 2004

Many people down thru the ages have been "purpose driven"... but have failed to understand the most important part of what makes us a Christian. Do you know what might have been missing in their lives?

OPEN: A mother looked out a window and saw Johnny playing church with their three kittens. He had them lined up and was preaching to them. The mother turned around to do some work. A while later she heard meowing and scratching on the door. The cats were obviously upset and frightened. She ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Parables Of The Kingdom – The First - The Sower Or Rather The Soil – Part 7 Of 7 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 1, 2025

In the conclusion to the Parable of the Sower we consider two things. One is the connection between this parable and the Church at Ephesus (Revelation 2), and the other is seeing how this Parable connects with the Apostolic period of Church History.

PARABLES OF THE KINGDOM – THE FIRST - THE SOWER OR RATHER THE SOIL – Part 7 of 7 This final message is covering some new ground for you. We have been looking at the Parable of the Sower and now look into its position in Church History. It is a shorter message. TWO INTERESTING, IMPORTANT ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:3-9, Matthew 13:18-23, Revelation 2:1-7, Revelation 2:2, Revelation 2:6, Revelation 2:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Grow Like A Palm Tree Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 4, 2025

God places a great deal of emphasis on us growing in our faith and bearing fruit. But why? What difference would it make if we did?

OPEN: There’s a story about a little boy who had a special hiding place in the back yard. It was an old fruit tree. It had lots of leaves, but it hadn’t produced fruit in years, but the little boy didn’t care. He’d climb up in those branches, and hide amongst the leaves, and for hours he’d pretend ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:12-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ironies Surrounding Jesus’ Crucifixion

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 28, 2021

1 of 1. Luke wrote a true account of some events that surrounded Jesus’ crucifixion, & in so doing recorded some of the ironies present in Jesus’ death. *What are some of those ironies? Ironies surrounding Jesus’ crucifixion are hidden/revealed in...

IRONIES SURROUNDING JESUS’ CRUCIFIXION—Lk. 23:26-46 Irony—An “incongruity between the actual result of a sequence of events & the normal or expected result.”—Merriam-Webster Dictionary Luke wrote a true account of some events that surrounded Jesus’ crucifixion, & in so doing recorded ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-46

Denomination: Baptist

Freedom

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Oct 20, 2010

Sermon series from the book of Galatians. Here’s a brief account of the darkest days in the history of the gospel. By withdrawing from the Gentile believers to fellowship with the Judaizers who held a position he knew was wrong, Peter had in appearance su

Freedom Galatians 2: 11-21 11 But when Peter came to Antioch, I had to oppose him to his face, for what he did was very wrong. 12 When he first arrived, he ate with the Gentile Christians, who were not circumcised. But afterward, when some friends of James came, Peter wouldn’t eat ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Stand Up For Jesus

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 30, 2007

Paul encourages the church to “Stand up for Jesus.” Apostle Paul warns the Corinthian Church that Christian believers are always in danger of attack. Satan, the adversary, comes to kill, steal, and destroy. Satan has a way of attacking us on many accounts

Subject: Stand Up, Stand Up For Jesus Text: I Corinthians 16:13-14 Introduction: Using these verses of Scripture, I want address the subject: Standing for Jesus. “Stand Up, Stand Up For Jesus” is the theme song for the Life Member’s Council of the AME Zion Church. The hymn is really a call to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14, 1 Corinthians 16:13-16, Acts 5:27-32

Denomination: Methodist

The Apostle Peter Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Apr 1, 2014

Peter also called Simon; Simon Peter's father's name was John sometimes referred to as Jonas or Jonah. -- We know nothing more about his parents. ~Simon was a very common name. There are at least seven Simons in the Gospel accounts.

#8~ THE APOSTLE PETER 1-25-14 The New Testament gives a more complete picture of Peter than of any other disciple, with the exception of Paul. ~Peter also called Simon; Simon Peter's father's name was John sometimes referred to as Jonas or Jonah. -- We know ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:14

Denomination: Baptist

Resurrection Sunday 2015

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Apr 15, 2015

When we read the accounts of the resurrection of Jesus it seems as if His enemies believed He had risen and His followers did not. In this contemporary world many are trying to put Jesus back into the tomb and re-seal it with the stone of death!

Friday! Jesus is dead. The sinless Son of God given as a sacrifice for our salvation. He is dead. Not so fast, buddy! Jesus is ALIVE!!! Just three days after He was crucified and put into a guarded sealed tomb! And, we’ve got two amazing groups of people 1) His enemies who know He’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4

Denomination: Nazarene

Master Of The Storms

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 13, 2017

Storms will come, but we need not fear; for we know the Master of the Storms! This account gives great comfort that God is always with us. He challenges us to higher faith & it's the storm that reveal Him as the all-powerful Son of God!

MASTER OF THE STORMS Mark 4:35-41 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: HONESTY IS NOT ALWAYS THE BEST POLICY 1. Today is Shirley and Ben's 30th wedding anniversary. After exchanging kisses and presents, Shirley said to Ben, "I have an important question to ask you." "So ask me already," said Ben. 2. "Please ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Most Powerful Force Man Ever Created Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 24, 2008

"No human being can tame the tongue." Now, that is a sobering thought! James confronts us as believers, calling us to account for our speech. The message reviews the destructive power of the tongue, with encouragement to change how we often speak.

JAMES 3:1-12 THE MOST POWERFUL FORCE MAN EVER CREATED “Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, for you know that we who teach will be judged with greater strictness. For we all stumble in many ways. And if anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is a perfect man, able also to ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Palm Sunday 2016

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Mar 21, 2016

The Triumphal Entry of Jesus into Jerusalem for His last Passover day on earth is recorded in all four Gospels. This sermon is based on the account found in Luke 19. The main point of the sermon is that Jesus wept over the city and what it means to us.

Luke 19:28-44 Leading up to the Passover When Jesus is entering into Jerusalem it is the time leading up to the annual Passover festival, the most important event in the Jewish year. Journey like Rush Hour Have you ever driven into a large city at rush hour in the morning? When you’re an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Nazarene

The Troubler Of Israel: When Secret Sin Leads To Public Defeat

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 13, 2025

This sermon from the sobering account of Achan in Joshua 7 exposes how one person's secret sin can cause corporate spiritual defeat, charting the painful but necessary path from the Valley of Trouble to the door of hope.

Introduction: The Anatomy of a Defeat Imagine the spirit in the camp of Israel. They are standing on the smoking ruins of Jericho, a city whose walls were built to defy armies. They have not just won a battle; they have witnessed a miracle. They are God's chosen people, marching under His ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

In The Beginning - The Great Reset Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Feb 19, 2024

GOD’s Creation was given free will, but they chose to sin. When evil and wickedness abounded, GOD had enough. But Noah found grace in the eyes of the LORD, and was spared judgment for his household, and the remnant of creation. This is the account of the GREAT RESET

2024.02.18. Sermon Notes. IN THE BEGINNING – THE GREAT RESET William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA. GOD’s Creation was given free will, and because of sin, wickedness became rampant on the earth. The thoughts of mankind were evil and GOD had enough. But, Noah found grace in the eyes of the LORD, and was ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-22, Genesis 7:1-24, Genesis 8:1-22, Psalm 25:14, Hebrews 11:7, 1 Peter 3:20, Luke 17:26-27, 2 Peter 3:2-14, Jude 1:24-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Strike Until The Battle Is Won Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 17, 2025

This account reveals that partial obedience, half-hearted efforts, and spiritual laziness can limit the fullness of God’s intended victories. Many believers fail to receive all God has for them because they stop striking too soon.

STRIKE UNTIL THE BATTLE IS WON By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 13:14-19 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 15:57; Hebrews 10:35-36; Galatians 6:9; Isaiah 54:17; Romans 8:37 INTRODUCTION: There are moments in life when the outcome of a battle is not just determined by the enemy's ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 13:14-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God