Sermons on Asleep:

Rusted Iron

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 22, 2023

We have decided we are at peace and have no need to be sharpen for spiritual battles. We are entertainers.

"Iron shapeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of a friend. " Proverbs 27:17 I could not find a royalty free image of this verse, but they all contained an anvil, a piece of iron heated red hot and a hammer. None of the images showed anything smooth and easy like massage ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:17

Denomination: Baptist

I Don't Want To Pray Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 25, 2024

This is the 1st Sermon in the Series "Taking Off The Mask".

Series: Taking Off The Mask [#1] I DON’T WANT TO PRAY James 5:13-16 Introduction: James 5:13-16 Through the years, God has hit me really hard with this Scripture. There have been times that the majority of my relationships have not been good; but I kept those things secret from everyone. I ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Best News Ever: Jesus Has Risen

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Feb 19, 2021

The best news ever is to hear that Jesus did not remain in the graves, but that He is alive.

In the good news of Jesus resurrection, we see that • Those who do not withhold from Jesus always get their concerns met and fear removed (the stone which was their concern had been rolled away before they arrived (vs. 1-4). • Those who seek Jesus curiously always receive good news (vs. 6; Mark ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:11-15, Mark 16:1-9, Matthew 28:18-20, Mark 16:1-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

An Angel's Rock Solid Chair Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Feb 28, 2018

Why does Matthew mention that the Angel sat on the boulder that was in the front of the tomb of Jesus? This message answers this question to help us understand more about the significance of the work of Jesus.

The message below is more in note form. Message Matthew 28:2 An Angel's Rock Solid Chair Read Matthew 27:62-28:10 2 There was a violent earthquake, for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven and, going to the tomb, rolled back the stone and sat on it. Lent Series:- Strange and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:2

Denomination: Baptist

The Ten Bridesmaids Represent Christian Believers

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Sep 29, 2017

The message is that apathy and carelessness are a much greater threat than any external force.

32A Fr. Murphy was visiting one of his elderly parishioners whom he hadn’t seen at church for a few months. “You know,” he said, “you are not getter any younger and you should start thinking more of the hereafter.” She replied, “Thank you, Father, but I am always thinking about the hereafter; ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Lift Up Your Voice!!!

Contributed by Hoggan Tevis on Sep 24, 2018

Why we praise

Scripture: Psalm 96:1-3 Sing a new song to the Lord! Let the whole earth sing to the Lord! 2 Sing to the Lord; praise his name. Each day proclaim the good news that he saves. 3 Publish his glorious deeds among the nations. Tell everyone about the amazing things he does. Intro: The legend of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 96:1-3

Denomination: Other

Ready Your Prayers Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Prayer is not the least we can do; prayer is the best we can do. Cultivate a devoted, alert, and thankful prayer life to experience God's power and presence.

Today, we're going to talk about something super important in our lives as followers of Jesus - prayer. Prayer isn't just something we do when we're in trouble or need help; it's actually the best thing we can do in any situation. So, let's get ready to learn how to power up our prayer lives! To ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-3, Acts 12:1-12

Topics: Spiritual Growth, Divine Communication, Faith Strengthening, Prayer Techniques

Where Is Your Faith?

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Oct 8, 2021

To establish that Jesus is God over the heavens and the earth. Jesus demonstrated His authority to rebuke the wind and command the Sea to be still. The power of His words quieted the storm and allayed the fears of His disciples. Their fear of perishing prompted Him to ask: “Where is your faith?”

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Master’s Resolve 2. The Master’s Rebuke 3. The Master’s Reprove Introductory Remarks. 1. In our lesson today, we will discuss the theme: “Where is your faith?” This question Jesus asked His disciples, after rebuking the wind and the Sea, for its raging as they passed to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-25, Matthew 8:23-27, Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Senseless Sentinels

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Mar 14, 2001

Never did soldiers have so hopeless an assignment. To keep Jeus in the tomb! It would be funny if it were not so tragic. "Senseless sentinels!"

A police officer in a small town stopped a motorist who was speeding down Main Street. “But officer,” the man began, “I can explain.” “Just be quiet,” snapped the officer. “I’m going to let you cool your heels in jail until the chief gets back.” “But, officer, I just wanted to say—,” “I ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Worry The Enemy Of Real Faith

Contributed by Timothy Andrew Stephens on Apr 2, 2002

Worry and Faith are opposing forces. Worry will cripple your walk with God, because worry is the flesh screaming to take control.

Worry the Enemy of Real Faith Drew Stephens Do you worry? All of us do. Perhaps a better question is how often and how intently do you worry? What kind of things do you worry about? Are they mostly the big things… · World Events · Crime · Your Finances · Your Relationships · Your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34, James 1:5-8

Waiting Well Series

Contributed by Eric Bain on Sep 18, 2007

This sermon looks at the process of character development and how it is importnat for us to "wait well."

Waiting Well Ruth 3 © 2007 Eric Bain Note: This message is available in audio format at www.sanctuary-church.com Four weeks ago we began a new series in the book of Ruth. We’re going to continue that today. So, grab a Bible – if you don’t have one – and open it to Ruth, Chapter 3. In case ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Few Good Men

Contributed by James May on Nov 15, 2009

Just a few good men or women of God, standing with Him in the battle can bring a trembling to the land.

A Few Good Men November 15, 2009 – AM By Pastor Jim May In times of crisis what we need are a few good men. We need someone who will stand in the face of the enemy. We need soldiers in the Lord’s Army who will stand up and be counted, and not hide from the enemy in fear with a false hope that, ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

“it’s Time To Get Up”

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 25, 2015

1 Thessalonians 5:6 Therefore let us not sleep, as do others; but let us watch and be sober..

“It’s Time To Get Up” “Need sleep to live, some kills” Judges 16:19 And she made him sleep upon her knees; and she called for a man, and she caused him to shave off the seven locks of his head; and she began to afflict him, and his strength went from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:6

Denomination: Foursquare

Christ Will Return Series

Contributed by Dennis King on Sep 6, 2022

For those who are alive at the start of the Millennium, they are ones who will have lived through the cataclysmic events of the return of Jesus Christ—called the “day of the Lord” in the Bible. Their physical lives will continue as the Kingdom of God is established here on earth

1st Thessalonians 4:9-18 offers words of fraternal love and how we should work towards an orderly life while awaiting Christ's return. “But concerning brotherly love, you have no need that I should write to you, for you yourselves are taught by God to love one another; and indeed you do so ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:10, Luke 21:25-28

Denomination: Baptist

Accidents Happen

Contributed by Chris Cuthbertson on Oct 16, 2017

God knows all about pain. He experienced the pain of the cross so that we could have the ultimate victory over pain, sickness, suffering, and death. God can bring good, even out of suffering. God will be victorious in the end.

Accidents Luke 13: 1 – 9; Acts 27 The phone rings in the middle of the night. A child is late coming home. Someone comes up to you and says, “I think you better sit down.” Someone comes into the store in which you’re shopping and have your hands full of merchandise and says, “We’ve got to go ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ