Sermons on Be Honest:

Whose Line Is It Anyway?

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 17, 2016

As we think about this event, it makes sense to me that there are four groups of people present at the Triumphal Entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem and each of them have a different motivation for being there and sheds light on their hearts.

WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY? JOHN 12:12-19 [Palm Sunday 2016] INTRODUCTION… cnn.com/2016/03/13/politics/thomas-dimassimo-donald-trump-protester-interview/ It is election season so there is much going on in the news about the candidates and the rallies that they hold. I heard about a rally that ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lessons In Humility. Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Aug 25, 2018

Lessons in Humility - Luke chapter 9 verses 37-50 - Sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: Failure #1: – They Were Unable to Cast Out The Demon (vs 37-43) Failure #2: They Were Afraid to Ask For Clarity (vs 44-45) Failure #3: They Were Pre-occupied with Self & Position (vs 46-48) Failure #4: They Were Cliquish & Exclusive (vs 49-50) SERMON BODY: Ill: • He has one of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:37-50

Denomination: Brethren

The Lesser Of Evils (Or Choose Your Sinner)

Contributed by Steven Cordle on Sep 6, 2024

Since we are getting close to Election Day and there's a lot of discussion about Christians voting and whether or not Christians should vote for certain candidates and how Christians should vote on the various issues and initiatives that appear on the ballot I thought I would share this.

Since we are getting close to Election Day and there's a lot of discussion about Christians voting and whether or not Christians should vote for certain candidates and how Christians should vote on the various issues and initiatives that appear on the ballot I thought I would share this. I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-4, Romans 13:1-7, Proverbs 11:10, Proverbs 14:35, Acts 25:10-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lessons From Jeremiah – Part 21 – Judah Is Deplorable And The Babylonian Army Is Anxious To Attack Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on May 13, 2024

What disaster when a sinful nation loves its sin. That is how Judah was and the LORD pleaded with them constantly through the prophets but they refused to listen. We live in similar conditions. As judgement overtook Judah, so shall the current world head for judgement because it loves its sin.

PERSONAL STUDY AND TEACHING IN JEREMIAH – PART 21 – JUDAH IS DEPLORABLE AND THE BABYLONIAN ARMY IS ANXIOUS TO ATTACK PART 21 - Jeremiah 5:28-6:5 CHAPTERS 5 AND 6 [A]. THE DEPLORABLE STATE OF THE NATION {{Jeremiah 5:28 They are fat. They are sleek. They also EXCEL IN DEEDS OF WICKEDNESS. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 5:28-31, Amos 5:11-12, Jeremiah 6:1-5, 2 Chronicles 11:5-7, Psalm 85:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Is Your Master Series

Contributed by Louis Mare on Jun 4, 2024

The same happens to us Especially when it comes to our finances. We face times when our resources are running low, and we wonder if we will have enough to make it through.

I want you to Imagine for a moment that you're on a long road trip. You are driving through unfamiliar territory, and you know we are 2 distinct types of people when it comes to our petrol tank. With a show of hands when your petrol tank is half you already filling up. And who are those that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24, 1 John 2:15, Proverbs 19:17, John 6:5-7, Malachi 3:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

From The Mouth . . . Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 30, 2024

A series from the book of James.

Straight from the Mouth James 1, Romans 5:3-5, 8:31-39 September 8, 2024 Back in the Vietnam war era, the White House Press Secretary was Ron Zeigler. During a press conference he made a statement that was proven to be false that very night. When he was asked about it the next day, Zeigler ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3-5, Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Christian Community

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Oct 10, 2024

It’s easy to get proud. It’s easy to want to show off. It's too common in the church. Instead, let’s choose to be very humble, serving each other gently.

I’ve been wrestling with God lately on some things, battling depression, anxiety, even questioning God, his will and purposes. And I’m so grateful for my wife who has been there day in and day out challenging my poor thinking patterns. Reciting God’s word to me. She brings the truth up, and just ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:20, Romans 12:4-5

Denomination: Salvation Army

Treasuring The Master Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Oct 7, 2025

Treasuring the Master means trusting him with everything, even when what you have seems small.

Good morning. Please open your Bibles to Mark chapter 12. How do you eat an Oreo cookie? There are three classic approaches. One is to just bite right into it — top wafer, creamy middle, bottom wafer — all in one go. Raise your hand if you’re a biter. The other is the “twist and lick” ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Fire That Doesn't Burn

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 13, 2025

Jesus took the fire we deserved, finishing redemption completely—no tasks, no payment—just perfect grace from the fire that doesn’t burn.

I sometimes wonder what it would look like if Amazon started selling indulgences. “SoulPrime™ — Skip the wait for forgiveness! One-click grace, Prime-eligible!” Basic Mercy ships in three to five business days, or upgrade to Prime Grace™ for instant absolution with angelic delivery. And in the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:14, Romans 1:17, 1 Peter 2:24, Luke 23:43, Revelation 21:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Palm Sunday Hides The Coming Glory

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Apr 12, 2025

A message about Palm Sunday and how it pre-enacts Christ coming in glory.

Palm Sunday Sermon - April 13, 2025 It is Palm Sunday! Palm Sunday is always a pretty upbeat and engaging time, as we enter into the joy of the crowd that welcomed Jesus into Jerusalem on a donkey. In fact, Palm Sunday is an essential part of the Easter experience, of the Resurrection Sunday ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-40, Zechariah 9:9, Luke 1:32-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Three Crosses On Calvary (Good Friday Service)

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Apr 17, 2025

Three crosses stood on Calvary – three destinies unfolded. One man mocked, another believed, and in the middle hung the Savior whose sacrifice bridged the gap between sinful humanity and holy God.

The Three Crosses on Calvary Good Friday Service Luke 23:39-43 Introduction The landscape of human history bears many moments of profound significance, but none more transformative than what transpired on a small hill outside Jerusalem roughly two thousand years ago. On that first Good Friday, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43, John 19:18, Matthew 27:44, John 19:30, Romans 3:23, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Isaiah 53:6, Mark 15:32, Isaiah 53:3, John 5:24, 1 Timothy 2:5, Hebrews 10:19-20, 1 Peter 2:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Four People, One Resurrection

Contributed by John Oscar on Apr 19, 2025

A compelling look at the different reactions to the empty tomb

Four People, One Resurrection. April 20th, 2025 Easter Sunday, CCCAG Text: John 20:1-29 Introduction Today we celebrate the greatest event in human history- the resurrection of Jesus Christ. All of history up to this point that we are going to read about today was to prepare the way for this ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-29, Isaiah 43:1, Luke 22:61-62

Denomination: Assembly Of God

03 Welcomed Home Series

Contributed by Seth Lawson on May 14, 2025

Through the Spirit, God sets us free and welcomes us into His family.

Motherhood is a gift. It’s beautiful, it’s demanding, and it’s one of the clearest pictures we have of sacrificial love. Whether it’s through birth, adoption, foster care, mentorship, or spiritual motherhood—so many women have poured themselves out in ways that reflect the heart of God. And today, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:12-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Which One Am I?

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 14, 2025

Spiritual self-awareness as a believer in Jesus means living in tune with God. It does not mean seeing others with eyes, listening to others with ears, and then responding with a judgmental attitude based on what we see and hear. None of us are as righteous as we think we are.

WHICH ONE AM I? LUKE 18:9-14 #SpiritualPride INTRODUCTION I was reading and listening in the Gospel of Luke the other week and a parable of Jesus smacked me right in the heart. I am going to share the parable with you today and see if it smacks you as well. The passage comes right after a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Makes Me Good Enough

Contributed by Lewis Martin on May 24, 2025

Have you ever asked yourself, “Am I good enough?” Good enough to be accepted. Good enough to belong. Good enough—for God.

"What Makes Me Good Enough?" Have you ever asked yourself, “Am I good enough?” Good enough to be accepted. Good enough to belong. Good enough—for God. Most of us try to answer that question by performing. We stay busy. We work hard. We try to do the right things, avoid the wrong ones, and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:13-17, Galatians 2:11-21

Denomination: Nazarene