Sermons on Before The Foundations:

Life Principles From 7 Great Scriptures Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 12, 2019

God uses pressure and pruning to prepare us for His service.

“For He shall grow up before Him as a tender plant, and as a root out of dry ground. He has no form or comeliness; and when we see Him, there is no beauty that we should desire Him” (Isa. 53: 2). 1. Just as the Father watched and protected the growth of Jesus so He watches over our development; ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Set Your Heart Right Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 19, 2017

Rehoboam failed to treasure what he has, he abandoned the Law of the Lord and forfeited the true worship of God. Heed 2 Chron 12:14 words - let us set our heart on seeking the Lord.

Over the past 3 sermons we have been looking at King Jeroboam and his Northern Kingdom of Israel, the ten tribes that had defected. • They defected not just from David’s dynasty but from God. King Jeroboam led them into idolatry, creating another new religion, with new gods. What about the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 14:21-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Killing Sin Before It Kills You Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 17, 2016

The Supremacy and Sufficiency of Christ, part 15 Killing Sin Before It Kills You Colossians 3:1-11 David Taylor August 16, 2015 Be Confident That God is Changing you (vs. 9-10)

The Supremacy and Sufficiency of Christ, part 15 Killing Sin Before It Kills You Colossians 3:1-11 Under normal circumstances, life will fight for its survival, it is called the will to survive. You can find great examples that are inspiring. One is Aaron Ralston, who survived a canyoneering ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Resurrection From The Dead Of The Humble King Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 13, 2020

Their hope seemed lost, but a new dawn, the dawn of a new day was coming and renewal and hope was in the wings of this new sun rise. The Light of new age, the hope of a new covenant was rising with this new day.

MARK 16:1-8-9 THE RESURRECTION FROM THE DEAD OF THE HUMBLE KING What we find in Mark as in the other gospels, though all have different details, an account of women finding that Jesus’ tomb was empty and receiving a message that he had risen. All other evidence that Mark has recounted to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Building? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Mar 24, 2014

Upon the foundation of Christ that we all receive when we are saved, God expects us to build up our faith and mature spiritually! However, HOW we do this is important... we must use the right building materials and do things the right way!

Sermon Brief Date Written: March 20, 2014 Date Preached: March 23, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series From 1 Corinthians Sermon Title: What Are You Building? (on the foundation of Christ) Sermon Text: 1 Cor 3:10-17 [ESV] Introduction: We have learned ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Foundational Truth 11 (Wk.12) Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Mar 2, 2009

Series conclusion: In light of all this what sort of people ought we to be?

Dakota Community Church February 15, 2009 Foundational Truth 10 (Week 11) Hebrews 5:11-14 We have much to say about this, but it is hard to explain because you are slow to learn. In fact, though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you the elementary truths of God’s ...read more

Denomination: Mennonite

Follow Christ, Our Firm Foundation PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 11, 2025

True faith is shown by obeying Jesus’ words, building our lives on His foundation so we stand firm through life’s storms.

Friends, some of us walked in today with a smile on our face and a storm in our chest. The winds may not be rattling your windows, but they might be rattling your peace. A report you didn’t expect. A bill you can’t pay. A relationship you’re not sure will hold. Have you ever felt the floorboards of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:46-49, Psalm 11:3

Topics: Following Christ, Firm Foundation

Soul Competency: A Distorted Foundational Truth Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 21, 2012

What does "Soul Competency" mean? What are the implications of the doctrine of "Soul Competency?" A sermonic study of this neglected and distorted teaching.

“The word of the LORD came to me: ‘What do you mean by repeating this proverb concerning the land of Israel, ‘The fathers have eaten sour grapes and the children’s teeth are set on edge?’ As I live, declares the Lord GOD, this proverb shall no more be used by you in Israel. Behold, all souls are ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 18:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Cohabitation- Building A Relationship On A Shaky Foundation. Series

Contributed by David Mcclain on Jul 22, 2018

Building a healthy lasting relationship requires both parties to commit to a permanent covenant relationship with God and others.

OPENING SENTENCE: Back in my UPS days one of the workers who worked across the belt from me as we loaded package cars was a guy named Gary. INTRODUCTION: Somehow we got on the topic of marriage and he told us that he saw no need for marriage or at least the publically recognized covenant we call ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Easter--The Foundation Of Our Faith

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 17, 2018

What is the common denominator of the Christian faith

Easter—the Foundation of Our Faith 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 The Corinthian church was beset by a number of serious problems. One of the serious problems involved the unity of the believers. This can be seen in that there were at least four groups that claimed to follow one Christian leader over ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I've Got A Firm Foundation

Contributed by Trent Ogilvie on Jul 29, 2010

A sermon to remind God's people to build their lives on the best foundation, Jesus Christ.

INTRO: Hoover Dam, NV foundation approximately 1,500,000 cubic yards (15,000 football fields) The Empire State Building (Twin Towers), NY The 1.2 million cubic yards (12,000) You must go down deep and lay the right foundation before you can build the best structure. We need the right foundation in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-10, 1 Peter 2:1

Denomination: Methodist

Three Foundational Issues For Understanding Acts Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on May 23, 2006

Acts can only be understood when the following issues/revelations are embraced: (1) The reality of Jesus’ resurrection (2) The instruction Jesus gave His followers in His post-resurrection appearances (3) The promise of the Holy Spirit that Jesus gave to

Three Foundational Issues Series: Book of Acts #3 Acts 1:1-5 10-16-05 Intro The book of Acts opens with an amazing account of Jesus interacting with His followers for forty days after His resurrection. Can you imagine what it would be like to have Jesus here in His resurrection body giving us a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-5

Denomination: Charismatic

The Erosion Of The Foundations Vs Trusting God

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 2, 2021

We are surely walking in the last days as we see mass media and public opinion sway to the point of eroding the very foundations of truth on which our faith and trust have have stood. We need the light of many candles to expose the evil plan birthed in fear and worry.

THE EROSION OF THE FOUNDATIONS VS TRUSTING GOD. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Take your time and do this in several parts.) I give each person a small candle. Let us discuss what is the purpose of a candle? The candle is not at all about the candle. The candle is about the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-3, Psalm 119:105, John 8:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Foundational Transition From Coronavirus And Lawlessness Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jun 7, 2020

There is a foundational truth which must be proclaimed, repentance, if we desrie to enjoy God's intervention in pestilence and lawlessnes.

Foundational Transition from Coronavirus and Lawlessness The Necessity of Repentances There are conflicting statements being made over a prophecy spoken by pastor/evangelist David Wilkerson, of which has not been confirmed by Times Square Church, the church he founded in 1987. They cannot ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When The Foundations Must Be Laid Again

Contributed by Sonny Thomas, Sr. on Jun 15, 2002

If you always keep an ever humbling reminder of why you had to be restored and what consequences your time in sin produced, you will never need another restoration.

Exiles have begun returning to Jerusalem. Years of Babylonian captivity due to disobedience is the only reminder of a land once favored by God. Remnants from Israel now return back to their homeland with the daunting task of picking up the pieces. Jeshua the high priest and Zerubbabel the ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:10-13

Denomination: Baptist