Sermons on Being Enslaved:

Hardening Of The Hearteries

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 8, 2010

October 1986: We are like Pharaoh; we become stubborn when our plans do not go as we expected, and we attempt to force our way. But the difference between being merely good and being great is to be radically obedient to God's will.

The physicists used to speak of the hypothetical question: what happens when an irresistible force meets an immoveable object? What happens when a force defined as beyond the capacity of anything to resist it comes into collision with an object so firmly fixed, so deeply rooted, that it can, by ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Love That Costs Everything Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Sep 1, 2025

Hate? How do you hate the people who love you most?

Title: The Love That Costs Everything Intro: Hate? How do you hate the people who love you most? Scripture: Luke 14:25-33 Reflection Dear Friends, You know, some of my earliest memories are of my grandmother sitting in her worn leather chair, that old family Bible spread across her lap like a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Other

"A Call To War!"

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Mar 8, 2002

A call to spiritual warfare. God is calling us to ’be all we can be,’ and ’do all we can do!’

I. Man Your Battle Stations! A. Sound the Alarm B. Text: I Timothy 6:12 “Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life… ” And… Ephesians 6:10-18 C. God has called this church to a time of spiritual warfare! D. We must prepare for battle. E. The enemy is on attack! And we must be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:12, Ephesians 6:10-18

The Sower

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Kingdom of heaven is like seed being sown. This includes seed sown is us to yield a harvest and us being sown as well.

Introductory Considerations 1. How could anyone not understand? The message of salvation is a simple one. The story of God’s great persistent love for us and the story of our rebellion. 2. And yet there are times when we try to share what it means with others and somehow they don’t understand - ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I Will...

Contributed by Dr. Ronnie Grizzle on Sep 14, 2007

ALL OF THESE "I WILL’S", CAN PUT US ON THE ROAD TO OBEDIENCE AND THE ROAD TO BEING THE CHRISTIAN GOD WANTS US TO BE.

I WILL... VARIOUS SCRIPTURES December 13, 2000 (WED) PARKERSBURG BAPTIST CHURCH 1. I WILL TRUST AND NOT BE AFRAID. ISAIAH 12:2—BEHOLD, GOD IS MY SALVATION; I WILL TRUST AND NOT BE AFRAID; FOR THE LORD JEHOVAH IS MY STRENGTH AND MY SONG; HE ALSO IS BECOME MY SALVATION. WHOM SHOULD WE EVER FEAR? ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:1

Denomination: Baptist

"Why The Old Men Wept?"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Dec 3, 2004

What the difference between being a young man and being an old man? The young men shouted and the old men wept... why?

Title: "WHY THE OLD MEN WEPT?" Introduction: WHY THE YOUNG MEN SHOUTED? It is much easier to shout than it is to weep. There is a certain depth in weeping. The young men shouted because they finally had something to believe in. The foundation of the Temple had been rebuilt and laid. They were ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Story About Light

Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 19, 2011

Christmas Eve Sermon that uses a candle being lit and blown out alternately to tell a story about Jesus being Light.

[SANCTUARY OR OTHER ROOM BEGINS AS DARK AS POSSIBLE] SET UP: A LARGER CANDLE AT CENTER STAGE A PERSON READING OR TELLING THE STORY A HELPER TO LIGHT AND BLOW OUT THE CANDLE ** = INDICATES WHEN TO LIGHT THE CANDLE *** = INDICATES WHEN TO BLOW THE CANDLE OUT This Christmas Eve, I would like to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Become A Member? Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Oct 16, 2015

Why should you become a member of a local church? What is the difference between being a member and just being a faithful attender?

WHY MEMBERSHIP? Someone once called a pastor to say he wanted to become a church member. He went on to explain that, while he wanted to become a member, he did not want to be expected to worship every week, study the Bible, visit the sick, or serve as a leader or teacher. The minister commended ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Don't Do It Without Me, 16th Church Anniversary

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 9, 2018

This message is for our 16th Church anniversary. It speaks to our being motivated to do the work of the Lord versus being obligated.

Don’t Do It Without Me 16th Anniversary Scriptures: Isaiah 6:8; Luke 19:1-10 Today we celebrate sixteen years as a Church. When we look around the sanctuary and see the empty seats, it appears that maybe we do not have a lot to celebrate. If you are having these thoughts, let me tell you now ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:8, Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Controlled By The Senses Or The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 12, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical teachings on this topic, examining the characteristics of being controlled by the senses versus being controlled by the Holy Spirit.

As believers, we are constantly faced with choices and decisions that require discernment and wisdom. The Bible teaches us that we can be controlled by either the senses or the Holy Spirit. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical teachings on this topic, examining the characteristics of being ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5-8, Galatians 5:16-25

Our Strategy Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Feb 17, 2025

Based on book of Nehemiah - Challenges hearers to join in God's strategy for being the Church He desires for us to be.

“OUR STRATEGY” Nehemiah FBCF – 2/16/25 Jon Daniels INTRO – “Thank God for Sunday Morning” video Last Sunday was Super Bowl Sunday. It’s the single most important game of the year, the game that every NFL player & team is working for & hoping for. At the end of the game, there’s a winning ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Ready Your Soul Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

The most important aspect of being ready is having a saving relationship with Jesus Christ and being vigilant, alert, and awake in our faith.

Jesus tells us to keep watch because we don't know when He's coming back. It's like when you're waiting for a friend to come over, and you keep checking your phone or looking out the window. We need to be ready and alert for Jesus' return. Now, I want to show you something cool. I have this alarm ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:42-44, John 16:33

Topics: Second Coming, Spiritual Preparedness, End Times, Biblical Prophecy

True And False Disciples PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Emphasize the importance of being true disciples of Christ, not just in words but in actions, by obeying God's will and avoiding the danger of being false disciples.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive deep into a passage that will challenge us, convict us, and hopefully, inspire us to live in a way that truly honors God. We'll be looking at Matthew 7:21-23, a passage that deals with some pretty hefty topics – the necessity of obedience, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Topics: True And False Disciples

Thoughts In 2 Peter - Number Two - 2 Peter Chapter 2 - Part 2 - Learning From False Teachers Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Nov 28, 2025

Here is Part 2. This message, based in 2 Peter 2 examines the traits of false teachers; looks at their working and delusion. For each one there is a CAUTION for us as we see what is to be avoided by us, through how false teachers act. We learn the correct way through their errors.

THOUGHTS IN 2 PETER - NUMBER TWO - 2 PETER CHAPTER 2 - Part 2 - LEARNING FROM FALSE TEACHERS LEARNING FROM FALSE TEACHERS In the last posting we looked at five Traits of False Teachers and drew from that several cautions that can apply to us. In this second posting we conclude this study of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:10, Galatians 5:20, 2 Peter 2:12, Jude 1:10, 2 Peter 2:13, 2 Timothy 3:13, Jude 1:12, 2 Peter 2:15, Revelation 2:14, 2 Peter 2:18, 2 Peter 2:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Daniel's Vision Of The 70 Weeks Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 21, 2022

God reveals His plan for Israel and for all human beings through the angel Gabriel.

Last time we discussed in detail Daniel's prayer. He gave us a prime example of the format of a prayer. He first showed his adoration for the Lord. Then he confessed not only his sins but the sins of Israel. Then he thanked God for being so forgiving and righteous and merciful. Then he ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:20-27

Denomination: Baptist