Sermons on Be Honest:

The Parable Of The Fig Tree PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 13, 2025

God’s mercy invites us to repent, bear fruit through grace, and live ready for Christ’s return, trusting the Gardener’s patient, transforming work in us.

Some mornings feel like a fresh page. The coffee is warm, the sky is kind, and the world seems willing to be gentle with you. Other mornings arrive like headlines—hard, heavy, and hurried—reminding us how fragile life can be. Jesus once stood with people who had fresh headlines on their hearts: a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9, Mark 13:28-33

Topics: Repentance, Perishing

Is God's Grace Sufficient For You? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2025

God meets us in our weakness, offering sustaining grace and strength through prayer, transforming our struggles into places where His power and love are revealed.

Some of us came in today weary, worried, and a little worn. We know what it is to smile on the outside while something aches on the inside. You’ve got a thorn that throbs—maybe it’s a diagnosis, a disappointment, a deadline, or a relationship that feels like a riddle you can’t solve. You’ve prayed ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Topics: Grace, God's Grace

Grow In Grace Series

Contributed by Archie Norman on Apr 17, 2017

Grace is still Amazing

1. Your flesh - don't be fooled A. Looks good - Matthew 14:29 B. Sounds good - Matthew 16:16 C. Feels good - Matthew 26: 33, 35 2. Rejection of flesh - identify the time - John 21:15-17 A. A time where pride is stripped away B. A time where you become brutally ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Baptist

Simon Peter Series

Contributed by Ken Gehrels on Apr 3, 2001

Lenten study of Peter’s struggle with guilt & shame

He’s one of the most popular bible characters. Simon Peter. People are attracted to him, perhaps because he seems one of the most real; we can identify with him. He’s almost lovable because of his very transparent humanness. As you follow the account of Jesus’ life and watch Peter move with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:31-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Has A Place

Contributed by Michael Davis on Aug 13, 2003

No matter what kind of pit you are in, God has a place for you.

GOD HAS A PLACE Gen 50:16-20 16 And they sent a messenger unto Joseph, saying, Thy father did command before he died, saying, 17 So shall ye say unto Joseph, Forgive, I pray thee now, the trespass of thy brethren, and their sin; for they did unto thee evil: and now, we pray thee, forgive the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:16-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living A Life Of Faith Not Presumption

Contributed by George Rennau on Aug 25, 2003

James 4 warns us against having the attitude of those who presume to know what the future holds.

Title: Living a life of FAITH not presumption The Associated Press ran the story of Andre-Francois Raffray. Thirty years ago, at the age of 47, he worked out a real estate deal with Jeanne Calment, age 90. He would pay her $500 each month until her death, in order to secure ownership of her ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

My Best Friend -- Part 2 Series

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Mar 13, 2004

Based on Chapter 12 of "A Purpose Driven Life" by Rick Warren, Part 2 of a 2-part study of how we can become intimate friends with God.

My Best Friend—Part 2 Scripture Ref: Exodus 33:1-17 John 15:14 1 Samuel 15:22 Psalm 69:9 Additional References: The Bible Knowledge Commentary The Purpose Driven Life, Chapt. 12, Rick Warren 1. Introduction a. Two weeks ago we began a study of friendship with God. Specifically, we ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:1-17, John 15:14

Pursuing Presence Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Sep 24, 2006

How do we pursue the presence of god in our daily lives?

Dare to Pursue “Pursue Presence” September 24, 2006 Introduction: No one likes the feeling of being lonely. Sometimes we like being alone and it is a healthy thing to be alone, but no one desires to be lonely. Part of the reason is we were created to be social creatures. We love relationships and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:3

Denomination: Baptist

A Word To The Laggards

Contributed by Kory Wilcoxson on Feb 19, 2005

One son says he’ll do the work, and doesn’t. Another says he won’t do the work, and does. Which one best describes us? And is there a third option?

Growing up, I was a huge fan of the University of Kentucky basketball. I still follow them closely, but nothing like when I was younger. I idolized their players, I knew all their stats, I watched their games on TV like it was a life or death struggle. My favorite player when I was in third grade ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Have Power Over Temptation

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 14, 2007

Jesus gives us POWER to overcome the reality of temptation

How to Have POWER Over Temptation Matthew 4:1-11 June 3, 2007 Morning Service Introduction Mark was very poor at spelling. On examination day he was stumped by many difficult words. Softly the tempter whispered, "Look at Jane’s paper; she’s an honor student and always gets them right!" Mark ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Communication In Marriage Series

Contributed by David Henderson on May 7, 2007

This message introduces my new teaching series titled Desperate Households. Today’s message focuses on communication and the conflict that is often caused by poor communication in marriages today.

“Desperate Households” Today: Communication Ephesians 4:29-30 David Henderson, Pastor/Teacher Today we begin a brand new teaching series titled Desperate Households. And for the next 9-10 weeks through we are going to be talking about the family. And I want you to know that in preparing for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-30

Denomination: Baptist

Great Expectations: God's Expectations!

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Sep 6, 2007

Successful life management is a matter of exchanging a life you cannot keep for a life you cannot lose.

The interviewer had traveled all the way to New York to interview him about preaching. Sitting in his living room, the young man was thrilled to be visiting with one of the most effective media ministers of all times. When television was young, he appeared in prime time on Sunday evenings, teaching ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Moving Towaards Maturity Series

Contributed by Rule Digal on Aug 12, 2008

“Faith is like a muscle, the more you exercise it, the bigger and stronger it becomes.” That is why God leads us through difficult places and circumstances in life. By so doing, He is helping us grow in our faith.

Theme: Moving Towards Maturity Text: Genesis 16: 7-23 Introduction A. Our message last Sunday was about the word of God to Abraham concerning his fear, future, and faith. God reassured Abraham of His divine protection and comfort. God told him that he should not be anxious about what his future ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:7-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rooted In God's Love Series

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Oct 14, 2009

Whether we have begun the journey to emotionally healthy spirituality long ago or just starting, there is a crucial element that we must grasped in order support us during any of our difficult emotional trials.

Back To School Rooted on God’s Love Ephesians 3:16-19 October 11, 2009 Two weeks ago we explored just three ways that we function in unhealthy emotional health. There are many more that those of us who are involved in the small group study will uncover. I just wanted to give you a taste of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:16-19

Denomination: Church Of God

Speaking The Truth In Love

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 21, 2009

A sermon on Ephesians 4:15 (Some material adapted from Bible.org from Richard Strauss)

Sermon for 9/20/2009 Ephesians 4:15- Speaking the Truth in Love Introduction: Jacqueline Bay- My son Zachary, 4, came screaming out of the bathroom to tell me he’d dropped his toothbrush in the toilet. So I fished it out and threw it in the garbage. Zachary stood there thinking for a moment, then ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ