Sermons on bait: showing 421-435 of 1,805

The Devil's Cup

Contributed by David Dailey on May 24, 2003

THE longer you drink the more bitter it becomes

John 2:9-10 is our text. The Governer of the feast said something here that is a very important truth. As we read this scripture, we see the manner of the world (or the devil) described, and we see the manner of the bridegroom (or the Lord). The Governer said; Every man at the beginning doth set ...read more

Scripture: John 2:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is That A Rock In Your Hand?

Contributed by Darrell Boone on Jun 7, 2003

This sermon is about carefully examining your own life and making the adjustments to be in a position to be blessed.

Can you imagine the feeling of being exposed. The feeling of having your deepest darkest sin, paraded before you and for the whole world to see. Can you imagine the public spectacle and the private shame, of your personal affairs, being exposed for the purpose of embarrassing you or humiliating ...read more

Scripture: John 8:3-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Wisdom In Temptation Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Jan 21, 2008

God promises wisdom in the midst of life’s trials

We¦ve all heard the old saying that the two certainties in life are death and taxes. As accurate as that might be, I¦d like to suggest two more certainties trials and temptations. • Hard times introduce new temptations into our lives • One of the common responses to difficult time is to focus ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-15

How Jesus Responded To Abuse

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 28, 2007

On the cross Jesus was mocked, insulted, abused. His response was only to offer forgiveness. We must learn from this.

“He saved others; let him save himself if he is the Christ of God, the chosen One” (23:35). “If you are the King of the Jews; save yourself” (23:37). “Aren’t you the Christ? Save yourself and us” (23:39)! When I’m watching a football match I can’t bear to hear ‘supporters’ shouting negativity, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: Anglican

The Desire Of Sin

Contributed by Scott Cheatham on Dec 8, 2001

A sermon on the desire of Satan to tempt us and our Biblical mandate to "master" sin.

The Desire of Sin Rev. Scott Cheatham Genesis 4:7 KJV If thou doest well, shalt thou not be accepted? And if thou doest not well, sin lieth at the door. And unto thee shall be his desire, and thou shalt rule over him. NASB "If you do well, will not {your countenance} be lifted up? And if you do ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:7, 2 Samuel 11:2-4

Denomination: Baptist

Accurate Mindset For Evangelism

Contributed by David Ibeleme on Jun 25, 2008

Some simple steps Needed to reach the lost

Accurate Mindset for Evangelism Jn. 15:16; Lk. 19:13 Bishop David Ibeleme God’s heartbeat is Evangelism/soul-winning – Lk. 19:1-10; Mt. 9:35ff. Jesus was a soul winner – 1 Tim.1:15; Lk.19:10. Soul Winning is the greatest call. Every other call can only be second to this call – Eph.4; 2 Cor. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Been Fishin' Lately

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 20, 2011

This sermon is about learning how to fish in Jesus' way.

Matthew 3: 12 – 23 / Been Fishin’ Lately? Intro: Any historian should be able to tell you what significant event took place in 1809. Two major events were taking place that captured the headlines of the newspapers of the day: The Peninsula War was raging in Spain and Napoleon had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Conflict At Home Series

Contributed by Vince Miller on Oct 3, 2019

In families and marriage, conflict is inevitable. It will happen. And in some seasons, it will feel like conflict is the only thing you manage.

It’s Going to Happen In families and marriage, conflict is inevitable. It will happen. And in some seasons, it will feel like conflict is the only thing you manage. You might be facing a struggle over finances, a dispute over parenting strategies, or a challenge because of your sin. Since conflict ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:12

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Not Punishing You

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Mar 30, 2017

God does not put sickness and disease on people. It's a lie from the pit of hell.

God is not punishing you. It’s been nearly 25 years since he held the press conference in 1991. The venue was the Forum in Los Angeles and it hosted one of the greatest NBA teams of all times, the Los Angeles Lakers, who were simply known as “Showtime.” Magic Johnson stood before a room full of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5, James 1:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

2 Samuel 6:16-23

Contributed by Luke Vasicek on Feb 1, 2024

True Worship is Humbly Focusing on God, Not On Our Own Reputations

The Focus of Worship 2Sam. 6:16-23 1. The _Act_ of Worship 6:16-19 A. Our Worship Does Not Imitate the _World_. (1 Sam. 5:2-11 shows the Philistines transporting the Ark with a cart and oxen; Israel tried to imitate the pagans and learned this method of transporting the Ark from ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:16-23

Denomination: Bible Church

Fishin'

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 27, 2023

We are encouraged by the words of Jesus to fish for people.

Fishin’ Matthew 4: 12 - 23 Intro: Can anyone tell me one significant event that took place in 1809? 1) the Peninsula War was raging in Spain. 2) Napoleon invaded Austria. I’ll make it a little easier. There were 7 significant people who were born that year. 1) Wm Gladstone, one of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I Am A Sinful Person.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jan 27, 2001

Year C Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany February 4th, 2001

Year C Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany February 4th, 2001 Lord of the Lake Lutheran Church Web page http://lordofthelake.org By The Rev. Jerry Morrissey, Esq., Pastor E-mail pastor@southshore.com Heavenly Father, “I am a sinful person,” thank you for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Wanted - Dead And Alive

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Aug 25, 2004

Dying to sin means living for Christ.

August 22, 2004 Morning Worship Text: Romans 6:1-14 Subject: Grace and Sin Title: Wanted - Dead and Alive We welcome all of you on this special day. This is a day when we celebrate with six believers in Christ as they profess through baptism what Christ has done in their lives. Baptism has ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Go A Fishin'

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 14, 2007

Peter thought he had been disqualified from future ministry because of his denial. How can we understand the forgiveness and reconciliation that Jesus had for Peter. How does it apply to us today?

April, 2007 Father’s Day Sermon I Go a Fishin’ John 21:1-15 INTRODUCTION: Peter, once again the spokesman of the group said, “I go a fishin’,” and the others said, “We’ll go with you.” It may have been just an overnight fishing trip or maybe he was getting hungry and just wanted to catch a few ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

What Is Jesus Calling You To Do?

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Aug 13, 2006

We all have the responsibility to live and speak in such a way as to reflect the gospel and sometimes to share it in words.

The calling of the Apostles was a process rather than one decisive event. The event we are looking at today is the third time Jesus has placed a call on their lives. That is not to say that the fishermen ignored the earlier calls. A careful comparison reveals that each call increased in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Mennonite