Sermons on Basis Of Our Confidence:

Jesus Christ: Our Divine Teacher, Part 2

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 4, 2022

Nicodemus had been confronted with the fact that his religious zeal will not make him righteous before God. It is only by being "born again" through the work of Jesus Christ for the remission of our sins that we are forgiven and restored to a true relationship with God.

The mark of a true learner is his or her willingness to be corrected of an erroneous belief or idea that would tend to deter them from seeking the truth about a subject of interest or topic of discussion. They are not so immovable in their thinking to where they refuse to consider anything else ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21, Numbers 24:4-10, Ezekiel 37:1-14, Isaiah 45:22, Acts 16:31, Romans 10:13, 2 Thessalonians 1:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

God Wants Us To Strive Together For Our Savior Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 17, 2022

How can we strive together for Jesus? 1. We need godly desires (vs. 22-24). 2. We need godly dreams (vs. 24). 3. We need godly generosity (vs. 24-28). 4. We need the gospel (vs. 28-29). 5. We need faith in the power of prayer (vs. 30-33).

God Wants Us to Strive Together for Our Savior The Book of Romans Romans 15:17-33 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared January 17, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Romans 15. In these last two chapters of Paul's letter, he opened his heart to talk about his future plans and pour out ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:17-33

Denomination: Baptist

Wake Up, Get Up, Open Our Eyes

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 3, 2023

This is another vision for Zechariah. Here we see work that is being done and encouragement given to complete that work.

This is another vision where Zechariah sees the golden lampstand and olive trees. The ultimate meaning of this vision answers the question “How will any Christian finish the work that the Lord has given them to do?” It is by the Spirit of God. In verses 1-5: The angel came and woke Zachariah up. ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Should We Pray For God To Punish Our Enemies? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 21, 2024

May they be blotted out of the book of life and not be listed with the righteous. (Ps. 69:28)

In Psalm 35:1-6, David asks God to contend with those who contend with him. However, we notice a shift in Psalm 35:7-10, where David seeks vindication, not vengeance. He entrusts his cause to the Lord, trusting in His justice. In Matthew 5:43-48, He commands us to love and pray for our enemies, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 35:1-6, 2 Corinthians 6:14, Matthew 5:44, John 2:13-17

The Return Of Our God (Isaiah 40:1-11) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 24, 2024

God calls on his divine council (simplified: angels) to build a road for Him, because He is very shortly returning to Jerusalem, leading/carrying his exiled people. All Israel is invited to keep their eyes open for God's return.

Last week, I introduced a new series we are beginning that covers Isaiah 40-55. If you missed last week, I think today will still mostly make sense, but you might want to get a copy of last week's sermon from me. Today, then, we are just going to dive in to Isaiah 40. This chapter opens by ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11

Satan Also Sends His People In Our Lives. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 10, 2024

we are reminded that the devil is a cunning and deceitful enemy who will stop at nothing to lead us astray. One of his most effective tactics is to infiltrate our inner circle, using people we trust and care about to influence us to do wrong.

Satan is a deceiver and a schemer who seeks to destroy our relationships and our faith. One of his tactics is to send people into our lives who may appear friendly or helpful but actually have ulterior motives. The devil sends his own agents among us, disguising themselves as innocent, to deceive ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:5

Lifting Our Gaze: Finding Strength In The Heavenly Perspective Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 23, 2023

As we open our hearts and minds to the profound truths of His Word, let us explore a topic that resonates deeply with our theme of Visionary View "Lifting Our Gaze: Finding Strength in the Heavenly Perspective."

"Lifting Our Gaze: Finding Strength in the Heavenly Perspective" It is a privilege to stand here this evening, in the presence of our Almighty God, and delve into the depths of His Word with you. As we open our hearts and minds to the profound truths of His Word, let us explore a topic ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-2, Matthew 14:29-30, 2 Corinthians 4:18, Numbers 6:24-26, Psalm 123:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Let's Get Our Praise On!

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Aug 24, 2023

Entering into worship and bring praise to the Lord

Let’s get our praise on! Psalms 105 and selected verses Good morning everyone… Prayer- Welcome to worship- a place where we can corporately show the Lord our love and express gratitude for what He has done for each of us. The word worship by definition is to express reverence for God… the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 105:1-5

Denomination: Nazarene

Our God Is Able And The Fourth Man Of Daniel 3

Contributed by William Akehurst on Aug 27, 2023

The fiery furnace. Three men were thrown into the fiery furnace, and yet, there were four walking in the midst of the Fire. Their faith said, “Our GOD is able”, because GOD said, “HE will never leave nor forsake you.” When faced with the fiery furnace, will you contend for the faith, or bow?

2023.08.27. Sermon Notes. Our GOD is able, and the Fourth man. William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: The fiery furnace. Three men were thrown into the fiery furnace, and yet, there were four walking in the midst of the Fire. Their faith said, “Our GOD is able”, because GOD said, “HE will never leave ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:5, Deuteronomy 31:6, Jude 1:3-4, Daniel 3:1-30, Revelation 12:10-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sukkot - The Ingathering - Look Up As Our Redemption Is Near

Contributed by William Akehurst on Oct 2, 2023

Sukkot, The Feast of Tabernacles, the Season of our Joy, and the Ingathering is a time of celebration of things past, and things to come. Temporary outdoor gathering places to understand the meaning of “Look up, for your redemption draws near,” and “caught up together…to meet the LORD in the air.”

2023.10.01.Sermon Notes_Feast of Tabernacles – Sukkot, the Ingathering William Akehurst, HSWC Scriptures: Luke 21:25-28, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18, Acts 3:19-21, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11, Zechariah 14:1-21 SUKKOT - THE INGATHERING - LOOK UP AS OUR REDEMPTION IS NEAR Sukkot – The Feast of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-28, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18, Acts 3:19-21, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11, Zechariah 14:1-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Answer To Our Family Problems Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 27, 2022

1. Seek help from the Healer (vs. 1-2). 2. Turn away from the hardness in our hearts (vs. 3-8). 3. Let God set the standards for our homes (vs. 4-9). 4. Don't be overwhelmed by the obstacles (vs. 10). 5. Be ready to receive God's plan for your life (vs. 11-12).

God's Answer to Our Family Problems The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 19:1-12 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared October 27, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 19. We studied today's Scripture when we were going through the Lord's Sermon on the Mount, and got to Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

How Do We Know That The Spiritual Battle Is Not Ours? Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 7, 2022

When we face a battle where the enemy is fierce, how can we let God fight for us?

How do we fight when we see that an enemy is so great? How do we let go and not fight when we feel that we must? Our message today comes from during a time when Jehoshaphat, king of Judah, saw a great multitude come against him and the people of Judah. Jehoshaphat called to the people to get ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:15-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Seeking And Setting Our Affections On Things Which Are Above.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 12, 2022

A little mind renewal.

SEEKING AND SETTING OUR HEARTS ON THINGS ABOVE. Colossians 3:1-4. 1. Since we have been “risen with Christ”, then we must “SEEK THOSE THINGS WHICH ARE ABOVE, where Christ is…” (Colossians 3:1). We are to focus our lives on the One at “the right hand of God”. The posture mentioned is important: ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Way To Measure Our Lives Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 24, 2022

Jesus gives us four good ways to measure our lives: 1. Have I rejected God's representatives? (vs. 12-19). 2. Have I repented? (vs. 20-24). 3. Have I received God's revelation? (vs. 25-26). 4. Do I have a relationship with God? (vs. 27).

God's Way to Measure Our Lives The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 11:12-27 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared February 24, 2022) (Revised Feb. 26 to expand section on repentance.) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 11. In this chapter, John the Baptist had been suffering in prison for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:12-27

Denomination: Baptist

Our Hope To Love Others (A Loving Hope)

Contributed by Cesar Datuin on Mar 15, 2022

How should we love others despite of an angry and vicious world around us? How can we have hope to love others just as God love them? May this exhortation give us the attitude towards loving and caring others for God.

Intro: This month is considered to be the love month of the year since we are celebrating Valentine’s Day every February and so everybody wanted to feel that love is in the air. Though for us Christian, this feeling or emotions of love should not be felt during this time only but in every day of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:8-11, 1 Corinthians 16:14

Denomination: Independent/Bible