Sermons on Avoidance:

You Are Not The Master Series

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Jan 20, 2009

James reminds his readers of man’s frailty and God’s sovereignty.

JAMES LIVING THE REAL LIFE: CULTIVATING A FAITH THAT WORKS YOU ARE NOT THE MASTER JAMES 4:11-17 INTRODUCTION James chapter 4 is where we turn to today. We will be looking at the last part of chapter 4. Now, remember the first 10 verses of chapter 4 are a call to abandon the selfish, sinful ...read more

Scripture: James 4:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

Clean Hands, Pure Hearts Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Feb 3, 2009

Sexual purity is a necessary part of life in Jesus for several important reasons

A little boy ran into the living room where his father and mother were reading. “Dad, where did I come from?” Mom cleared her throat, and excused herself from the room. The dad braced himself, searching his mind for the answer he‘d long been preparing for this question that they knew they would ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Anguish In The Flame Series

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Feb 13, 2009

Luke 16:19-31. In this parable, Jesus describes the fate that awaits those who perish in their sins.

ONE MINUTE AFTER YOU DIE HEAVEN, HELL, & WHO WILL GO WHERE SELECTED SCRIPTURES ANGUISH IN THE FLAME LUKE 16:19-31 INTRODUCTION - Today we embark on an intriguing journey. We are going to attempt; hopefully with some success; to consider a subject that is at the very core of our existence. We are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Gray Areas Part 2 Series

Contributed by Andy Flowers on Aug 27, 2008

Series in Romans

Text: Romans 14:13-23 Title: Gray Areas Pt. 2 (Guidelines For Living Together) 13 Therefore let us not judge one another anymore, but rather determine this-- not to put an obstacle or a stumbling block in a brother’s way. 14 I know and am convinced in the Lord Jesus that nothing is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Praise Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 22, 2015

Before Jesus comes again to conquer all of his enemies, all of heaven praises God, thus demonstrating the power of praise. So worship the Lord and win the war.

We live in a dangerous world today, so I thought you would appreciate Mark Moring’s advice on how to stay safe. After doing some “extensive research”, he suggests the following. Avoid riding in automobiles because they are responsible for 20 percent of all fatal accidents. Do ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Urban Legend: God Wants You To Be Happy Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jan 17, 2010

Looks at the Legend that God wants us to be happy above all else.

Urban Legend God Wants me to be Happy God wants me to be Holy more than He wants me to be Happy How to live a holy and blessed life for the long term Worship the Lord Know the word Obey the word Avoid the Disobedient Make the best of the bad Slide Last week we started a new ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Peril Of Presumption Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 4, 2006

James helps us not to fall prey to the peril of presumption in today’s text. He does so by first looking at the problem of presumption. Then he helps us understand the perspective of providence.

Scripture Jim Elliot was martyred fifty years ago today on January 8, 1956. The life and death of Jim Elliot is the testimony of a man committed to the will of God. He sought God’s will, pleaded for it, waited for it, and—most importantly—obeyed it. Jim Elliot’s martyrdom at the tender age of ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Discipline" Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 10, 2005

A look at how Paul’s instructions for church discipline line up with Matthew 18

1 Timothy 5:20 20 Those who continue in sin, rebuke in the presence of all, so that the rest also will be fearful of sinning. As we come to consider part 2 of our examination of scriptural admonition in reference to church discipline, I think it is wise to carefully remind ourselves, and by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:20

Denomination: Orthodox

Repeat Offenders Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Jun 15, 2011

We all sin, but what do we do with sin?

40. Who is Jesus? June 12th, 2011 Repeat Offenders Happy Father’s day to our dads: let’s talk about conflict. If you are alive and have dealings with other people for longer than six minutes, if you have driven down Rangeline, if you are married, if you have kids, unless you were ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-10

Denomination: *other

Touching The Heart Of God - The Power Of Anointed Prayer - Lesson 3. Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 27, 2021

Intercessory Prayer

Isaiah 66:2b But on one will I look on him who is poor and of a contrite spirit, and who trembles at My word. Isaiah 57:15a For thus says the High and Lofty One who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: I dwell in a high and holy place with him who has a contrite and humble spirit, Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Triumph Over Temptation Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 26, 2021

Jesus was tempted in all points like as we are, and not just in the 3 areas of which we have record here. The last verse of this record makes it clear that when it was done it was far from over. Satan just withdrew to lick his wounds and prepare for another assault at an opportune time.

Plato had a friend named Trachilus who had a very close call and almost lost his life in a storm at sea. The ship actually sank and he was thrown into the sea, but he managed to get to shore. When he reached his home he ordered his servants to wall up the two windows in his chamber ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

The Latter Years Of King David: Victories, Lust, Betrayal, & Hope

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 25, 2021

David cried out in tears and bitter pain and sorrow, as he must’ve looked upon the bodies of Saul and his son Jonathan. David composed a great song of regret and sorrow at the loss of these great men, despite the fact that David had been so severely persecuted and hated by Saul.

"How the mighty have fallen!" David cried out in tears and bitter pain and sorrow, as he must’ve looked upon the bodies of Saul and his son Jonathan. David composed a great song of regret and sorrow at the loss of these great men, despite the fact that David had been so severely ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 5:18-20, 2 Samuel 6:16-23, 2 Samuel 7:8-16, 2 Samuel 11:26-27

Denomination: Salvation Army

Respect And Obey God’s Delegated Authority (How Christian Ought To Behave Continue)

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 22, 2022

What does obedience to God’s delegated authority look like? How can we be a good example for the world to see? How can we live peaceable with all men especially those in authority? Paul devotes an entire chapter to the subject of respect for authority.

Sermon – Respect and Obey God’s Delegated Authority (How Christian ought to Behave) Romans 13: 1-10, “Everyone must submit to governing authorities. For all authority comes from God, and those in positions of authority have been placed there by God. 2 So anyone who rebels against authority is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-14, Psalm 75:6-7, 1 Peter 2:23

Denomination: Methodist

Rolling Stone Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Apr 23, 2022

There are lots and lots of ways that we can put Jesus in a tomb and roll a stone over it, but there is no tomb strong enough, my friend, no stone too heavy that Jesus can’t smash it to pieces.

[Remember ... the members have been placing stones at the foot of the cross for the past seven weeks of Lent and the pile of stones around the bases has gotten pretty impressive ... powerful visual. But when they come in on Easter morning, the stones are all gone.] [Read Luke 15:11-24.] You’ve ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-16, Luke 15:11-24, John 19:41, Matthew 27:51, 1 Corinthians 15:55-57  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

Who Is My Mission? Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Feb 7, 2020

Heavily Adapted from Sermon Central Series, this message deals with the people God has called us to share His power and love with.

Who is my Mission? Made for Mission: Week 4 February 2nd, 2020 Scripture: John 4 Good morning everybody. We are in week 4 of our Made for Mission series. If you’re here for the first time or missed some of the past three weeks, I’d encourage you to listen to the podcast and catch up, but for now ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God