Sermons on Bethel:

Famous Amos Series

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Mar 13, 2011

Israel was guilty of oppressing the poor and needy and perverting justice, despite ritually worshipping God in sacrifice and worship. Are our actions backed by an authentic heart? Are we displeasing God despite 'doing all the right things'?

"Famous Amos" What can we learn from this shepherd and fig-tender - turned - prophet? Given at Glorious King Jesus (GKJ), March 13, 2011 Sterling C. Franklin Text: Amos 5:1-27 (Read Text) Opening Prayer This is a very serious message from Amos! What were the people doing? We see here in the ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Positioned For Transition

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Dec 6, 2018

God is trying to get us to a place in the Spirit, the key to that journey is remaining, positioned for Transition.

Isaiah 43:18-19 [18] Remember ye not the former things, neither consider the things of old. [19] Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert. … Remember... *To call to mind. *To be thought ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Life Of Abraham, Part 3: Lot Is Not The Heir. Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Feb 6, 2014

Lot makes the wrong choice and sells out his inheritance for the promised riches of this world

The Life of Abraham, Part 3: Lot is not the Heir. Genesis 13:1-18 Introduction In the last lesson, we left Abram heading back to the desert, having been expelled from Egypt with all he possessed. And we can see from the beginning of the text today that Abram managed to spoil the Egyptians in much ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Landmark Legacies

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 16, 2015

Dads can give their children landmarks to help direct their journey with God.

1. A custom in ancient times: When something significant happened regarding God (or a god) -- people would stand up a stone to draw attention to the event -- Generally, they did not write on the stone -- a silent testimony -- when people walked by the stones they would ask why they were there; ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Book Of Joshua 9 Of 9

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 26, 2022

These are the last chapters we will cover in the Book of Joshua.

As we come to the middle of the book of Joshua, the book of Joshua takes a sharp turn. From the beginning of the book until the middle of the book we have: • Heard about victory after victory. Some of those victories occurred on the other side of Jordan, but most of them occurred after they ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Humble Yourself Before The Lord Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 11, 2018

The heart of Josiah was responsive to God and he was humble before Him. God gives grace to the humble.

We looked at the most evil King last week, Manasseh, who repented at the last minute and did what he could to restore the worship of God. • But his attempt at making right what he has done wrong for so many years, was too little, too late, to make a lasting impact. • Even his son Amon who ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 22:1-20, 2 Chronicles 34:3-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

We Never Walk Alone

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Aug 8, 2022

We never walk alone. The Lord is always near to bless us. The Lord is always here for us to praise him.

INTRO: We are never alone. We just sang: “I walk in danger all the way…I walk with Jesus all the way…our walk is heavenward all the way. ”We are never alone. God is always with us. At our right hand. Day in and day out. Anywhere. Everywhere. "Where can I go from your Spirit? Where ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Elisha, The Holy Man Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 1, 2025

The Holy Scriptures give us the records of a good number of Saints, who were unquestionable people of character approved of God.  They were such a people of commitment to the Lord. One among them is Elisha, the Holy Man.

01.11.2025 All Saints Day Theme: Holy Man Text: 2 Kings 4:8-10   Greetings: The Lord is Good and His love endured forever! Introduction: In the entire Bible only a few persons are called ‘HOLY MAN’. One is Elisha, second one is John the Baptist apart from Jesus(John 6:69). The Holy ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8-10

Denomination: Methodist

Moving Toward Faith Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 23, 2025

This is the 4th Sermon from Genesis about the life of Abraham, "Called To Promise".

Series: Called To Promise [#4] MOVING TOWARD FAITH Genesis 13:1-18 Introduction: In our text, we witness Abram’s journey as he moves away from conflict and confusion toward a divine promise of blessing. This passage reminds us, that God's call often involves stepping out in faith, even ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Kingdom Keys - Genesis Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Jan 25, 2023

This is the book of beginnings. It depicts the story of Creation, the entry of sin, the flood, God's plan for redemption through the patriarchs of Israel. Like Abram, we are the sent people of God to be a blessing to humanity by testifying about God, His Son and the power of the Holy Spirit.

If you have been in church at all in your life then you have heard someone say to know God and his will for your life you need to read your bible regularly. I’ve heard it, said it and even suggested memorizing parts of scripture. However, the truth is many people rarely open “THE BOOK” to discover ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9, Isaiah 53:10-11, Romans 3:22-25, Acts 2:32-33, John 16:13-15, Joel 2:28-32  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Heaven On Earth Encounter

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 21, 2025

Heaven-on-earth encounters are God's way of bringing divine change to human circumstances.

HEAVEN ON EARTH ENCOUNTER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 28:12-17 Supporting Texts: John 1:51; Revelation 21:3; Isaiah 64:1; Exodus 33:14-15; Acts 2:1-4 INTRODUCTION: Throughout Scripture, we see moments when the divine invades the natural—when the God of heaven comes down to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:12-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

After This...what?

Contributed by Steaven Snow on Jan 14, 2005

This sermon warns those who are experiencing victory to take care not fall to the aftermath of defeat.

After This…What? TEXT: Joshua 7:2-5 2 And Joshua sent men from Jericho to Ai, which is beside Bethaven, on the east side of Bethel, and spake unto them, saying, Go up and view the country. And the men went up and viewed Ai. 3 And they returned to Joshua, and said unto him, Let not all the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:2-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Succession Of Elisha.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 29, 2022

With the dramatic departure of Elijah, his servant Elisha calmly took up the mantle. The Holy Spirit ensures continuity in ministry.

THE SUCCESSION OF ELISHA. 2 Kings 2:1-2; 2 Kings 2:6-14. 1. The main theme of 2 Kings 2:1-14 is not so much the whirlwind, which is only cursorily mentioned (2 Kings 2:1), but rather the matter of succession. Nicely poised between the end of the reign of one king (2 Kings 1:17-18), and the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-2, 2 Kings 2:6-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Worship That Displeases God Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 15, 2020

Israel was worshiping. They were even boasting about their worship. Yet it displeased God. What can we learn from them?

GOOD WORSHIP? Israel had lots of religious activity, but it was not pleasing to God. - Amos 4:4-5. - Religious activity is not always pleasing to God. - How can worship be bad? - It’s helpful to understand how evil works. Evil doesn’t usually come up with something altogether new. Instead, it ...read more

Scripture: Amos 4:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Being Friends With God

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 18, 2002

Abraham was called a friend of God. What made him so was his faith. "Without faith, it is impossible to please Him" but having faith brings us great favor with God.

“BEING FRIENDS WITH GOD” “Abraham believed God, and it was imputed unto him for righteousness: and he was called the friend of God.” James 2:23 I Why Abraham was called the friend of God: 1. His great faith: “Abraham believed God, and it was accounted to him for righteousness.” ...read more

Scripture: James 2:23

Denomination: Baptist