Sermons on Be Honest:

In Defense Of Integrity

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 15, 2010

Paul's Change of Plans. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: 2 Corinthians chapter 1 verse 12 to chapter 2 verse 4. Ill: • A man working in a green-grocers shop; • Was asked by a lady if she could buy half a head of lettuce. • He replied, “Half a head? Are you serious? • Why, the good Lord grows these in whole ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

The Paradox Of Pain

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Sep 17, 2015

We rejoice in our sufferings, because God uses them in our lives and has a purpose for our good and His glory

The Paradox of Pain TCF Sermon October 13, 2013 There is a Calvin and Hobbes comic strip that sums up what life often feels like, and I think even for us as a fellowship, it describes at least part of our experiences in the past few years. It’s a series of panels, each depicting a scene ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nurturing A Merciful Heart

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 24, 2017

Message explores the dangers of religion without the heart of God toward people. How do we nurture a heart of mercy? Pastor shares four key points in answer to that question.

Matthew 9:13 8/28/16 Intro I want to begin this morning with a man named Matthew. Matthew’s family name was Levi.1 He became an apostle and wrote the gospel that carries his name. But when he met Jesus, he was far from that. He was a tax collector. Tax collectors were hated by their fellow Jews.2 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:7-13, Hosea 6:6, Matthew 23:23-24, Matthew 28:19, Matthew 5:7-12, Matthew 7:1-5, Matthew 18:20-33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Joseph Meets His Brothers Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Oct 8, 2020

And God said to Abram, “Know for certain that your descendants will be strangers in a land that is not theirs, where they will be enslaved and oppressed four hundred years” (Genesis 15:13).

Joseph meets his brothers. Gen. 42:1-38 And God said to Abram, “Know for certain that your descendants will be strangers in a land that is not theirs, where they will be enslaved and oppressed four hundred years” (Genesis 15:13). The events of chapter 42 are thus the occasion for the fulfillment ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 42:1-38

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lesson 20: Morality And The Present Life In Christ Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 1, 2018

To be a Christian means to be united to the risen and exalted Christ. We now share in the new creation of which He is the first fruits. As Christians we have put off the old man and have put on the new man. We no longer live as we once did because the

Commentary on the Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 10/6/17 Lesson 20: Morality and the Present Life in Christ (Eph. 4:25-32) Ephesians 4:25-32 (KJV) 25 Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour: for we are members one of another. 26 Be ye angry, and sin not: ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Real Faith Will Sow Peace Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Apr 1, 2021

Real Faith Will Sow Peace Series: Real Faith (Book of James) Brad Bailey – October 25, 2020

Real Faith Will Sow Peace Series: Real Faith (Book of James) Brad Bailey – October 25, 2020 Intro Hey everybody. I’m so glad you are joining in today. I think we tend to underestimate how much significance there is in showing up itself. It’s been said that “all success begins with showing up.” ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ultimate Question Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 25, 2021

Who is able to enter into God's presence? In Psalm 15, David gives a picture of a man or woman after God's own heart.

Summer in the Palms: Psalm 15: The Ultimate Q and A Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 07-25-2021 Strongly Recommend? As an adjunct professor at Moody Bible Institute, I have former students that ask me to do recommendations for them as they head off to seminary. I’ve filled ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Forgive Our Debts Just As (Part Two) Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on May 24, 2023

In part two of this message we will answer 3 questions: Why we should forgive our debtors? What we should not do with our hurt? How to forgive our debtors?

“Forgive Us Our Debts As...” Dismiss Grove KIDZ OKAY – let’s do this... AND MGCC – I want to let you know right out of the gate, THAT - we are going to be diving into some serious truth this morning. TRUTHS - that many of us would rather not deal with. TRUTHS - that most of us would prefer were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35, Matthew 6:12-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dealing With A Doubting Heart Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 3, 2001

Three different reactions to adversity are portrayed in this text.

“When Life is the Pits” A Study of the Life of Joseph Sermon # 7 “Dealing With A Doubting Heart” Gen 42:29-38 - 43:1-14 Last week we saw how the hand of God was drawing the brothers of Joseph to Him. God used the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Finger Of God

Contributed by David Moore on Mar 24, 2001

A synposis of those periods throughout Scripture when man bore wtness to the finger of God.

The Finger of God Text: Exodus 8:16-19 Introduction: We turn now to the third of the ten plagues imposed upon Egypt under Moses, the plague of lice. I suppose there is nothing quite like the though of parasites to make our skin crawl. Recently I watched a documentary entitled “Body Bugs.” It was ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 8:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirituality Of Stephen

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Sep 1, 2003

There were certain traits in the life of Stephen that revealed his spirituality. These traits should be a part of the makeup of every child of God.

The Spirituality Of Stephen Text: Acts 7: 55-60 Intro: In my opinion, Stephen is one of the finest examples of spirituality in the entire Bible. He was one of the first deacons of the early Church in Jerusalem. The Bible describes Stephen as one who was full of the Holy Spirit, faith, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:55-60

Denomination: Baptist

Confessions Of The Heart

Contributed by W F on Oct 31, 2004

Confession is hard, but if we believe the bible, then confession is good news.

1 John 1:9 “Confessions of the Heart” INTRODUCTION Are we basically good or basically bad? Hollywood religion is undecided. Basically good = Tarzan or Pocahontas. “Out there” there are still pristine societies to be discovered – deep in the jungles there exist tribes without sin – untainted ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:9

Denomination: *other

How Can God Forgive Somebody Like Me?

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Sep 12, 2006

Have you looked at your sinful life and ask, "How can God forgive somebody like me?" If God could forgive David for all that he had done, then he can and will forgive you.

HOW CAN GOD FORGIVE SOMEBODY LIKE ME? ILLUSTRATION: He had been FOUND OUT! By the time he decided to CONFESS his SIN the entire NATION was already talking. UNFAITHFULNESS, ADULTERY, LIES, MURDER! How could the LEADER of the nation, the man everyone ADMIRED, the one known as “the man ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:6-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Blessed Attitude Toward God

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 22, 2006

1- We must hunger and thirst 2- We must strive for purity

INTRO.- ILL.- There was this preacher who was an avid golfer. Every chance he got, he could be found on the golf course swinging away. It was an obsession. One Sunday was a picture-perfect day for golfing. The sun was out, no clouds in the sky, and the temperature was just right. The preacher ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, Matthew 5:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Keeps His Promise Alive In Spite Of Human Failure Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Aug 3, 2004

In spite of human failure, God keeps his promise alive through children, spiritual mentors and diligent workers.

Some of you are old enough to remember Jimmy and Tammy Faye Bakker and their popular PTL Club television program. Lots of Christians supported their program and many purchased life-time partnerships to fund the construction of "Heritage USA", an inspirational theme park in South Carolina. In ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 11:1

Denomination: Brethren