Sermons on Being Led:

The Limitations/Irony Of Worldly Wisdom-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 20, 2013

1 of 4. Paul related the limitations/irony of worldly wisdom to the Corinthians believers. The irony of worldly wisdom is in its being relegated to foolishness. But How is worldly wisdom limited? Worldly wisdom is limited by...

Attention: Three guys were pulled out of detective training for special attention, because they were not very bright. The police chief was interrogating them to determine if they were smart enough to become detectives. If not, they would be released from training. Things had not gone well so ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-25

Denomination: Baptist

Gracious Living

Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 29, 2013

We are responsible for our bros. & sisters. The church family was God’s idea and was meant for good. Encourage always, but sometimes a stronger, bolder approach is needed, while being gracious with one another.

Gracious Living 2 Thessalonians 3:13-18 Intro: Two preachers were on the roadside with a sign that read, "The End is Near - turn around now before it’s too late". A passing driver yelled "Leave us alone you religious nuts." Then the preachers heard a loud splash. One preacher said to the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:13-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Dads That Make A Difference" Series

Contributed by Elvis Burrows on Jun 17, 2013

Sermon preached on Father's Day to encourage fathers to remain faithful to the task of being fathers who are involved and active in the rearing of their children. Sermon challenged them to continue to be good and godly role models and mentors.

"Dads That make a Difference" Central Zion Baptist Church - Fathers Day - June 16, 2013. Genesis 6-8 Salutation – Welcome Guests General comments….. Salute the fathers - commend them for the work they do. I want to personally congratulate and applaud the many hard-working men ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Will All Non-Christians Go To Hell?

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 8, 2013

Without compromising the Scriptures, we DO find situations where it's feasible and logical that large numbers of unevangelized peoples have made it to heaven without being told about Christ. Check it out

WILL ALL NON-CHRISTIANS GO TO HELL? INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Fulfilling Prophecy 1. Harry and his neighbor Joe often borrowed things from each other. One day, Harry asked to borrow Joe’s ladder. Joe said, “Sorry Harry, I’ve lent it to my son.” 2. Remembering a saying that ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Criticism Not Handled Properly Can Be An Evil Thing Indeed.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Nov 23, 2016

The wrong type of criticism can lead to all sorts of problems. This we must be aware, so that we can handle those who would put us down; criticism to them being a weapon.

This sermon was delivered to St Oswald’s, Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 30th September 2012; St Oswald’s is a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries. The readings for today are: Esther 7:1-6, 9-10; 9:20-22 Psalm 12 James 5:13-20 Mark ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: Episcopal

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

The Way Things Are

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Aug 17, 2014

This sermon talks about how we often things have to be the way they are, but scripture says they don't have to be. Things can change as we speak to our mountains and refuse to settle.

Valley Grove Assembly of God Dr. Marilyn S. Murphree September 14, 2014 The Way Things Are Mark 11:22-24 INTRODUCTION: We think things have to be the way they are. What things? We think that when we get older we have to be in poor health Have to have arthritis, diabetes, rheumatism, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:22-24

Denomination: Methodist

Be A Christ Centered Godly Man Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 13, 2021

The Bible is for anyone who desires to be a godly man. God created man and woman after His own image (Genesis 1:27), and part of being in His image is that we are to reflect His character.

The Bible is for anyone who desires to be a godly man. God created man and woman after His own image (Genesis 1:27), and part of being in His image is that we are to reflect His character. However, sin marred that image in us and distorted that character (Romans 5:12). God's choice of Abraham ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27, Leviticus 26:11-12, 1 Corinthians 2:9-10

The 4 Messages Of The Empty Tomb

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 16, 2022

The Empty Tomb, instead of being an embarrassment, is an unshakable witness to the resurrection of Jesus! It quiets our fears, confirms our sins forgiven, promises a new start, and guarantees immortality! Ends with illus. of the Glittering Cross.

THE 4 MESSAGES OF THE EMPTY TOMB Luke 24:1-6; 36-47 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I heard about a Church musician that overslept on Easter morning. At 6:30 the church had an early service. The pastor called at 6:31. She got to the church 10 minutes later and started playing. 2. The following ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Prepared For Our Eternity - I Am Chosen I Am Prepared For Eternity

Contributed by Cesar Datuin on Dec 19, 2021

Christmas is just around the corner and for 2 years of being in a pandemic world, how can we celebrate this Yuletide season? This exhortation would take us back to the true essence and reason why there is Christmas.

Intro: Merry Christmas to all! Good morning and I’m glad to see all of you after almost 2 years of pandemic, we still see each other again. Few days from now and Christmas is here. Though there were less festivities and less fellowships, let us all hope and pray that the true essence of the season ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Gospel According To You

Contributed by Richard L. Brown on May 7, 2022

This sermon seeks to encourage Christians to be aware of how we live our lives. It asks the question, "If you were put on trail for being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you?

The Gospel According to You Colossians 3: 1-17 Here at our church we are constantly talking about the mighty acts of God. How He created everything….you and me and all the birds and animals…How he destroyed the world by water when man proved to be too sinful…..How he sent ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Joseph: Sold Into Slavery Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jun 10, 2022

Joseph was stirring up the anger of his brothers because he was a tattletale. Already the seeds of strife and discord are being sold between Joseph and his brothers with this bad report he brought about them.

You have met the child who is the informer? The one who loves to report the wrongdoing of the other children. The probably start their informing with the words, guess what? It every family has an informer then Jacob and his 12 sons were not so different. What is shocking and unusual is for 10 of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-36

Denomination: Baptist

The Long Road Rome Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 7, 2021

Paul used personal ingenuity and shrewd strategy to accomplish God’s ultimate will. We, too, can better serve God if we embrace the unlikely combination of being innocent but yet shrewd.

The Long Road Rome (Acts 23:1-35) 1. Over the next few chapters, we are going to meet some interesting characters. 2. Today, we will be introduced to Felix (show photo 1). 3. In a few weeks, we will meet Festus (show photo 2). 4. Last of all, we will meet Agrippa (show photo 3). 5. Paul was in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:1-25, Luke 16:1-13, Matthew 10:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Offended By Jesus

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 10, 2019

Are we offended by Jesus at Christmas time? If he walked the earth today would we be offended by him? Let’s examine the real Jesus and being offended at Jesus in Matthew 11:2-11.

Are we offended by Jesus at Christmas time? If he walked the earth today would we be offended by him? Let’s examine the real Jesus and being offended at Jesus in Matthew 11:2-11. Are You the One? Matthew 11:2-3 And when John had heard in prison about the works of Christ, he sent two of his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Baptist

Are You One Of God’s Dependents?

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 23, 2022

Every year folks make preparations to fill out their tax returns. It is something that we are forced to do, even though many times we disagree with how our tax money is being spent.

Illus: I heard about a letter that was sent to a taxpayer from the IRS: "I'm afraid we can't allow you to deduct last year's tax as a bad investment." Illus: Much has been said about paying taxes: • April is always a difficult month for Americans. Even if your ship comes ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-19

Denomination: Baptist