Sermons on Always Be Ready:

A Wise Investment Series

Contributed by Mark Clarke on Aug 31, 2007

we will consider an investment that always pays back much more than you could ever imagine.

A Wise Investment (1Thess 1:6-2:2) Last week I was at Hess buying some fuel and I got stuck behind a woman who was buying a stack of lottery tickets. I am sorry to say it; but that just grinds my nerves. You know what I mean don’t you? Some of these lottery junkies take forever like kids in a ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Promises And Prisoners Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on May 26, 2002

Paul makes it clear that faith and not the law has always been the key to God’s favor.

Introduction In the early 1930’s the US had a problem. Crime had run amok. The prohibition of alcohol in the 1920’s had given rise to pervasive organized crime. A frightened public demanded a response, and the government wanted to send a message to criminals. Their message was named Alcatraz. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:15-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living Up To God Standards Of Holiness

Contributed by William Akehurst on May 22, 2020

As a believer in CHRIST JESUS, having been sealed by HIS SPIRIT within us, we know our future. So, we should live our lives with expectation, as ready to meet and greet HIM, ready and together as one BODY. But we must see the difference, know the difference of what it is to “be holy”.

2020.05.24.SERMON.LIVING UP TO GOD’S STANDARD OF HOLINESS PART 2 William Akehurst, HSWC 1 Thessalonians 5:24 1 Peter 1:15-16 Thursday, 5/21/20 was Ascension Day. Acts 1:6-12 6 Then they gathered around him and asked him, “Lord, are you at this time going to restore the kingdom to Israel?” 7 He ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:24, 1 Peter 1:15-16, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Laodicea And Leviticus

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 25, 2025

Jesus the Judge is also Savior and Friend, cleansing hearts today so His people can live free, hopeful, and ready for eternity.

(A Story of Hope and Cleansing) I want to start tonight with an honest question: What word makes your heart tighten faster than almost any other? For some it’s taxes. For others it’s diagnosis. For me, for a long time, it was judgment. I grew up hearing Revelation’s words: “Fear God and give Him ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:7, Daniel 7:22, Psalm 51:7, Hebrews 4:9-11, John 5:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

How Smart Are You?

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Sep 18, 2006

God’s Wisdom is always available to us. How often do we take advantage of that Wisdom?

How Smart are You? Proverbs 1:20-33 September 17, 2006 It seems as though, as technology advances, we are getting smarter and smarter. For just a minute, let’s talk about some of the ways that we are smarter today than we were yesterday. I’m going to make an assumption. I am going to assume ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:20-33

Denomination: Methodist

"The Peace That Only God Can Give” Series

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Feb 11, 2002

Peace that Jesus gives is not the absence of trouble, but is rather the confidence that He is there with you always.

Safety consists not in the absence of danger but in the presence of God. John 16:33 33"I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." NIV Peace that Jesus gives is not the absence of trouble, but is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

General Wedding

Contributed by Steven Pace on Aug 14, 2002

This is a good short wedding. I use it often and always gets great response

Wedding of June 3, 2002 Opening Words; We are gathered here today in the sight of God and in the presence of this company to witness the union of ____________ and ____________ in Christian marriage. May our Heavenly Father look down upon this event with his smile of approval. May the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:20-24

Denomination: Baptist

We Have Been Chosen To Praise God.

Contributed by Chad Wright on Apr 25, 2002

This sermon looks at the doctrine of election and brings the gospel comfort always attached to it for believers.

Introduction: Try-outs can be nerve-racking times. The attempt to be the best or among the best. Whether it is try-outs for basketball, try-outs for the spring play, Or a "try-out" for a new job with an interview. What emotions does one usually exhibit when he or she makes the cut and gets the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Faith Fostered By A Flood

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jun 6, 2002

God is always faithful to His promises. The only hindrance to their fulfillment is our unbelief.

Faith Fostered By A Flood Text: Joshua 4: 9 Intro: Most of us are fully aware of the events that preceded Israel’s arrival and encampment at the bank of the Jordan River prior to their entry into the Promised Land. They had just completed a forty-year trek through the wilderness, which was ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:9

Denomination: Baptist

Making The Wrong Choices

Contributed by Ade Odusote on Nov 15, 2002

Making choices without giving consideration to the will of God always has dire consequences

Life is a series of choices Genesis 13: 5 - 13 · The choices you make today will determine where you will find yourself tomorrow. · But most of the choices we are faced with in life are incidental. · But the thought of this message is for the more serious decisions we face in life. Choices ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:5-13, Genesis 19:1-38

Denomination: Pentecostal

Touched By The Master

Contributed by Howard Parnell on Oct 3, 2002

There will always be a difference in any person who has been touched by Jesus Christ.

TOUCHED BY THE MASTER Matt. 8:1-3 INTRO. No one has been touched by the hand of Jesus and ever been the same again! (ill.) - A little girl on the bus approached a grouchy, dirty, old woman. "Are you a gwanma? I got a gwanma. I wuv gwanmas." There was a change made in the old woman at the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

When You Need Him The Most

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

Jesus knows your needs and is always there when you need Him the most.

When You Need Him The Most Life is filled with many challenges and hardships. Let’s think about some of the more common things that fit into this category A. Illness B. Financial C. Family Pressures D. Relational Issues Ok, someone tell me, when these trials come, what are the natural ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:1-36, Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Closing Greetings Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 4, 2001

SOUND DOCTRINE IS PROFITABLE BECAUSE IT ALWAYS LINKS GENUINE FAITH TO GOOD DEEDS

BIG IDEA: SOUND DOCTRINE IS PROFITABLE BECAUSE IT ALWAYS LINKS GENUINE FAITH TO GOOD DEEDS I. (:8) PROMOTE SOUND DOCTRINE WHICH IS PROFITABLE A. Attitude: Promote Sound Doctrine with Confidence "This is a trustworthy statement and concerning these things I want you to speak confidently" Kent : ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:8-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Devil Made Me Do It??

Contributed by Joe Harding on Aug 3, 2001

Correct Theology teaches us that God is for us always regardless of life situations.

THE DEVIL MADE ME DO IT?? JAMES 1 :2-18 JULY 29, 2001 INTRODUCTION: A Priest is walking down the street one day when he notices a small boy trying to press a doorbell on a house across the street. However, the doorbell is just out of his reach. After watching the boy’s efforts for some time, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-18

Denomination: Baptist

Room For Improvement

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Jan 3, 2004

Always exert an effort to improve on the way we serve the Lord in everyday life.

Scripture: Phil. 3:12 – 13 – 14 Title: “Room For Improvement” Introduction: I don’t know how many times I have sat down with someone and encouraged them to “Prioritize” their life. What are the most important things in your life? What would you list as the “Most Important Thing” in your life? – ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Pentecostal