Sermons on Assaults Of The Wicked:

Be Careful

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 14, 2006

This sermon uses Herod as an example of how even in today’s world people give in to the pressure of the world instead of being careful to live as Christ commands.

Mark 6: 14 – 29 – Be Careful Intro: My grandmother was fond of saying, “Oh what a tangled web we weave when first we practice to deceive.” --- I used to think she was quite a philosopher until in college I read William Shakespeare and discovered she wasn’t a philosopher. She was just quoting ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Special Deliverance

Contributed by Don Jones on Nov 25, 2006

Jesus brought the meaning of the bread and the wine to the disciples as they remembered the Passover

Special Deliverance Exodus 12; Matthew 26:17-29 Pastor Don Jones Introduction We approach the time when we are going to partake of the Lord’s Supper. Before we do, I would like a show of hands of people who need deliverance from something. All of us, at one time or another, need to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-29

Denomination: Baptist

Be Very Sure

Contributed by Michael Jakes on Aug 30, 2015

Being saved and sure gives peace...without assurance of salvation, the enemy will wreak havoc in our minds and hearts.

The PROCLAMATION: I know in whom I have believed...2Ti.1:12 Being confident of this very thing...Phil.1:6 These two statements were spoken from the core of his being...he had no doubt who he was (I have believed), and who his God was(He is able; He who hath begun...will perform) His faith was ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Dignity Of Man Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 9, 2013

The dignity of man affirmed by God in Scripture contrasts with the attitude of ancient and modern pagan cultures

Monday of 5th Week in Course February 11, 2013 Our Lady of Lourdes Gaudium et Spes “As many as touched the fringe of His garment were healed.” On this World Day of the Sick, it is particularly appropriate to look at the healing power and history of Jesus as it is displayed in the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:53-56

Denomination: Catholic

The Robes Of The Bible

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Nov 10, 2010

When Adam and Eve sinned and became aware of their nakedness before God, God dressed them with “coats of skin” (Gen. 3:21). Unlike animals, man does not have fur, scales or feathers for covering when he is born. He has to wear garments to protect and keep

Intro: When Adam and Eve sinned and became aware of their nakedness before God, God dressed them with “coats of skin” (Gen. 3:21). Unlike animals, man does not have fur, scales or feathers for covering when he is born. He has to wear garments to protect and keep his body warm. The "robe" (used ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:10, Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: *other

Sodom, Gomorrah, Lot And St Otto Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 29, 2019

Our prayer, “Save us, Lord, for we are perishing,” will always elicit a positive response from Our Savior. God never changes His mind.

Tuesday of the 13th Week in Course Many years ago–well before I was ordained--a parishioner came to me with a sad tale about her brother. He had been raised Catholic in a strong Catholic family but had fallen away from the faith. She was very despondent about the situation, so I reminded her about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27, Genesis 19:15-29, Psalm 26:2-12

Denomination: Catholic

The Workplace Harasser Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 20, 2024

Sexual harassment in the workplace is a serious issue that affects many individuals, particularly women.

Sexual harassment in the workplace is a serious issue that affects many individuals, particularly women. It can take many forms, including flirting, gossiping, finding faults, threatening, and falsely accusing. These behaviors are not only unprofessional, but they also create a hostile work ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-28, Mark 12:31, Genesis 1:27

Hope And The Little Child Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 12, 2021

A child, and especially the child Jesus, is above everything a sign of hope.

Monday of 3rd week in Easter Today’s Gospel is so brief that we might be tempted to overlook it, as we are often tempted to ignore a little child. But many commentators believe that when Jesus said that we must turn and become like this little child, he was pointing to Himself. Pope Benedict ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-5, Hebrews 10:23, Titus 3:6

Denomination: Catholic

Esther Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 18, 2018

Faith of Esther

A. INTRODUCTION: FAITH DECISION IN SPITE OF LIMITED CHOICE 1. Her Jewish name Hadassah means Myrtle. Her Gentile name Esther means Star (can’t be seen in daylight, but shines brightest at night). 2. Her cousin Mordecai, a minor official who raised Esther. 3. Queen Vashti made wrong decision ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:14

Denomination: Baptist

Is Your Cheek Red Enough?

Contributed by James May on Feb 9, 2005

What does Jesus mean when He says to "Turn the Other Cheek"?

Is Your Cheek Red Enough? by Pastor Jim May Portions of this message were taken from a message by Rev. Victor Shepherd at another sermon site) Matthew 5:38-42, "Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Independent/Bible

False Faces And Real Armor

Contributed by Charles Scott on Jan 11, 2006

This is an All Saints Day (Halloween) message affirming that Christians are called to a holy life made possible by the gifts given by God.

ALL SAINTS DAY 2005 EPHESIANS 6:10-18 FALSE FACES AND REAL ARMOR Today is All Saint’s Day; a feast day that has been celebrated for hundreds of years within the church, particularly within the Roman Catholic, Orthodox , and Anglican Communions. As with Christmas, this Holy Day has become a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Anglican

The Red Heifer

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on May 14, 2012

We can be defiled by the common things around us but God has a remedy for us in the picture of the OT sacrifice of a red heifer.

Hebrews 9:13-14 KJV For if the blood of bulls and of goats, and the ashes of an heifer sprinkling the unclean, sanctifieth to the purifying of the flesh: [14] How much more shall the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself without spot to God, purge your conscience from ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:13-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Picking Up The Pieces

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 11, 2001

Now that tragedy has hit the country, what will we do now? That is the question.

INTRODUCTION  On 911, 2001 our country was struck by something that changed the lives of many people. Our nation was struck by something that destroyed the lives of many people. The act of terrorism that struck our country will forever change the lives of many if not all ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Loving God...loving Others

Contributed by Travis Johnson on Jan 14, 2006

A familiar passage with such a profound truth.

LOVING GOD…LOVING OTHERS Luke 10:25-37 ILL- In April of 1998 in our nation’s capital Military Police Maj. Odie Butler said he was northbound on I395 about 10 minutes before 6 a.m. when he came upon an accident near Alexandria. Amid the debris of a single-truck accident, a person was on the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Holiness

Rise Up O Men Of God Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 16, 2007

Many wrongly conclude that church is for women and children. They conclude that it’s not manly to be religious. That idea is as false as anything can be. But that doesn’t keep many from believing it. I want to set the record straight by highlighting t

Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Family Classics Series Rise Up, O Men of God 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 Today, we salute our Fathers. In the process, we want to honor all of our guys. This is a much needed emphasis in our day. Many wrongly conclude ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14, Psalm 71:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ