Sermons on Benjamin Franklin:

Two Kinds Of Followers- The Kissers And The Cleavers (From The The Book Of Ruth)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Oct 6, 2022

Today I want to preach about a wonderful love story in the book of Ruth.

The Book of Ruth is probably the most wonderful love story ever written. Illus: Benjamin Franklin—as you know, he was one of the fathers of our great nation. He was also the ambassador to France. And, when in France, he was a member of a literary society, and they were giving different readings ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Breakthrough To Freedom! Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 24, 2020

We cannot allow fear to rob us of our freedom to worship God. Men and women died giving up their safety to give you the freedom you have today in this country.

Breakthrough to Freedom! Thesis: We cannot allow fear to rob us of our freedom to worship God. We have to choose freedom over fear and safety because our only allegiance is to God and that’s what makes us really free. Men died giving up their safety to give you the freedom you have today in this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:16, Galatians 5:1, John 8:36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Deliverance From Death

Contributed by Dr. Franklin Kirksey on Mar 8, 2008

Deliverance from Death by Dr. Franklin L. Kirksey focuses on the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. It has application for the Easter Season, the Lord’s Supper and a funeral.

Deliverance from Death By Dr. Franklin L. Kirksey INTRODUCTION Andrew A. Bonar explains, “The Jews have handed down the tradition, that this Psalm, and those that follow on to the 118th, were all sung at the Passover; and they are denominated ‘The Great Hallel.’ This tradition shows, at all ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Promise Of Liberty-1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 6, 2016

1 of 6. Peter revealed that a false liberty had been presented to the Church. The true Church yields to true liberty, but Why? We will examine 9 stipulations of true Liberty(God’s liberty)....

The PROMISE Of LIBERTY-I—2Peter 2:17-22 Attention: *Read the Declaration of Independence*(minus the 18 ‘Facts’—specific grievances listed—& minus 56 signers)—18 grievances...27 total[9 of which are sub-categories to “Acts of pretended ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

"Healing For The Us"

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 29, 2007

We need a healing in the United States spiritually. To receive this healing of the land we must follow the pattern laid out by the Word of God in 2 Chronicles 7:14. If the church does these steps then the Lord promises to forgive and to restore America.

“A Healing for the US!” Opening Illustration: From Blue Fish TV – Our Christian Heritage – this reflective clip takes a historical look at the events leading up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the godly intent of the men who signed it. Thesis: We need a healing in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Grace For The Guilty

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Mar 11, 2002

The great thing about God is that though we are all guilty we can still be declared righteous. And the sin is totally forgiven as well as forgotten.

I. Guilt Exposed A. What he did B. How could he C. Why did he D. What now (consequences of sin) II. Grief Expressed III. Grace Experienced Three keys to handling life’s problems A. You can’t change the past B. You must live one day at a time in the present C. You must trust God for the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

What Christians Think About The World Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 17, 2001

Five key concepts about what Christians believe about the world for seekers investigating the Christian faith.

Is life nothing more than a roulette wheel? Are the life circumstances you and I face nothing more than random, chance events bouncing into our lives like a ball randomly spins on a roulette wheel? A roulette wheel is driven by chance. In fact, if it’s not, they say the wheel is rigged. Is life on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31, Colossians 1:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nailing Down Patience Series

Contributed by Ken Alford on Nov 8, 2001

Patience remembers the ownership of God on the project at hand, and digs deep to please the Lord in whatever is undertaken for Him. If it is His work, it has His results and His guarantee, but it requires our faithful patience to continue when logic, conv

September 17, 2000 -- AM NAILING DOWN PATIENCE (Habakkuk 2: 1-3). INTRODUCTION: (1) In the book of Habakkuk we are looking at seven stakes of stability. We are nailing down the loose ends at Family Baptist Fellowship. Last week we placed the stake of holiness as it related to understanding the ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Get Out Of The Boat! Series

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Sep 20, 2006

Peter was the only disciple to get out of the boat. Jesus scolded them for their lack of Faith. They did not recognize His Deity!

I. Jesus Constrained His disciples A. Jesus Sent them into a storm B. Jesus Prays for them in the storm C. Jesus Sees them in the storm D. Jesus Went to them in the storm 1. He Comes In The Face Of Disaster 2. He Comes In The Face Of Darkness II. Peter Considers his Lord, 28 A. Peter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-34

Denomination: Baptist

Walking As He Walked Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Aug 15, 2005

We know that we are supposed to walk like Christ but what does that really mean.

Walking as he walked How many people here walk? We all walk, sometimes we walk short distances, sometimes we walk long distance but for the most part we all walk. It really isn’t rocket surgery. All you have to do is put one foot in front of the other. And in case you have problems with that ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

Esther: Problems, Prayer & Pride Series

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Aug 22, 2004

Two opposing traits at work.

Esther 5:1-14 Problems, Prayer & Pride Woodlawn Baptist Church August 22, 2004 Introduction As we get started this morning, we’re going to take a quick poll. I am looking for people who have problems or difficult challenges facing them. It may be a health related problem, finances, family, work, ...read more

Scripture: Esther 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

What Unity Looks Like Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Oct 28, 2007

We’re to be united as believers in order to accomplish God’s mission. But being united doesn’t necessarily mean being unanimous on everythig.

-->Sir Francis Drake once expressed this prayer: “Disturb us, Lord, when our dreams have come true because we have dreamed too little, when we arrive safely because we have sailed too closely to the shore. Disturb us, Lord, to dare more boldly, to venture on wilder seas where storms will show ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

America: Leader Or Follower?

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jun 23, 2008

America has always been the leader in the world because it has always followed God. Is it still the leader, and does that have anything to do with how much it still follows God? Text, audio & communion message at www.sermonlist.com

America has enjoyed an abundance never before known among nations. And make no mistake; the things we have had were blessings ... blessings from our Heavenly Father. They did not come by man’s hands, nor did they “just happen that way. Since this coming Friday is Independence Day, I think it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14-15

Denomination: *other

A Nation's Only Hope

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Nov 7, 2006

Many people, Christians and non-Christians, have become discouraged in what they are seeing in the political process. Many are convincing themselves that it is not worth the trouble to participate in one of the greatest freedoms that God can give a natio

Turn your Bibles to the book Romans 13:1-2; 4-6 Title: A Nation’s Only Hope Theme: Leaders who are God Ordained to be a Blessing Introduction: The Word of God tells us a lot about governmental authority. Many people, Christians and non-Christians, have become discouraged in what they are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith At Work

Contributed by James Tetley on Jul 2, 2007

An overview of the Christian history of attitudes to work, the need for a renewed sense of call at work, and a renewed sense of mission

Introduction This is above all meant to be a time of encouragement – in my time as a Christian I have heard very few talks on How God sees our work. Mark Green in his book ‘Thank God it’s Monday’ did a survey and found that “over 50% of Christians have never heard a sermon on work, and over 70% ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31

Denomination: Baptist