Sermons on Biblical Messages:

A Practical Guide To Fasting-Part 1 Series

Contributed by Clyde Grimes on Oct 30, 2002

#3 of 4 sermons on biblical fasting.

A Practical Guide to Fasting (Part 1) (Topical) I. General Observations II. What Is Fasting? A. Definitions III. Who Fasts? A. OT Examples B. NT Examples C. Contemporary Examples Introduction This is our third message on the subject of fasting. We be-gan by looking at an OT perspective on this ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:28

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Church Which Succeeds

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Nov 18, 2003

Do there exist simple terms, elementary keys so that our church succeeds according to a divine model? This message simply tries to put some biblical bases in recall.

UNE EGLISE QUI REUSSIT « Maris, aimez vos femmes, comme Christ a aimé l’Eglise, et s’est livré lui-même pour elle, 26 afin de la sanctifier par la parole, après l’avoir purifiée par le baptême d’eau, 27 afin de faire paraître devant lui cette Eglise glorieuse, sans tache, ni ride, ni rien de ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Day God Cleaned House

Contributed by David Henderson on May 25, 2011

This message helps us get a Biblical understadning of the nature of God's discipline. We may not like it but we need it. He always disciplines out of love for us.

“The Day God Cleaned House” John 2:12-22 Parents will often say to their children when they are about to discipline them these famous words, “this is going to hurt me more than it’s going to hurt you.” I never believed that for a moment until it came time for me to ...read more

Scripture: John 2:12-22

Denomination: Baptist

Love: The Greatest Challenge Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Dec 5, 2018

Love is the greatest challenge a faithful disciple has to live in his/her life. This message reflects on overcoming the obstacles to living a biblical, faithful love in all our relationships.

All You Need is Love Love: The Greatest Challenge Matthew 5: 43 – 48 We celebrated love yesterday with flowers and candy, with romantic dinners and cards, and here at FUMC, Monroe with the Real Marriage retreat. Eighty people laughed and learned together as, hopefully, we grew in our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-48

Denomination: Methodist

Resolve A Better Relationship With People Series

Contributed by Mark Jones on Feb 15, 2014

Last week we discussed what it meant to love with a testimony. This week we will talk about one major obstacle to loving biblically. Below is the outline notes to the message.

In our relationship to God, we were challenged in a resolve to repent of our sins, to fear God more, to surrender our idols, to think with a godly mindset, to remember His sacrifice for us, and to love biblically. Loving biblically is not a feeling or an erotic passion. To love biblically takes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-35

Denomination: *other

Why America Needs The Church To Pray

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Sep 1, 2015

A call to prayer for the US - useful for a 4th of July type message, but not limited to that. Prayer for our nation is biblical, necessary, and a regular practice of the citizen of the Kingdom of God

It’s the time of year still that you have to keep an eye on the weather. I’m a fan of Doppler radar, and of smart phone technology. I have an app now that tells me how many minutes it will be before it starts to rain where I’m at, and then it tells me how long the rain will last. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Amidst The Pestilence - Coronavirus Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 18, 2020

There are key Biblical truths to live by when the world is facing a pandemic. Living by the truths in this message will enable you to enjoy God’s peace while those in this world panic.

Amidst The Pestilence Resting In God’s Hand During Health Afflictions The Bible is the foundational truth to rest upon during the affliction of a health crisis. The Word of God declares, “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gospel Of Self-Esteem Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 18, 2023

Message cautions believers about the philosophies taught by humanist psychologists. Are their concepts compatible with biblical teaching concerning self-awareness and assurance? The issue of self-esteem is specifically addressed.

Intro Self-awareness is a part of the human experience. Managing our inner consciousness of self can be challenging. Watch a young toddler. At times, he will act out of sense of confidence, maybe even over confidence. At other times, he will withdraw out of a sense of shame or fear of ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8, Jeremiah 6:13-14, 1 Corinthians 11:3-4, Matthew 22:39, John 3:16, Genesis 1:27, Romans 12:3, Matthew 5:3-13, Daniel 4:30-33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Most Dangerous Preacher Alive - 2 Peter 2:1-3 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Feb 28, 2026

The most dangerous preacher alive doesn’t look dangerous at all. He sounds compassionate, biblical, and deeply concerned for your freedom. But his message leads to destruction.

For free audio or video download of this message, visit https://www.treasuringgod.com/sermons-by-scripture or my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@DarrellFerguson. Introduction The Danger of False Teaching Somewhere out there is a preacher whose message would make you feel more free, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-3

Martha's Lament

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Sep 13, 2025

Martha felt free to speak the words of disappointment and anger that we sometimes feel but are hesitant to speak. This message examines Martha's words as a model for biblical lament.

She was frustrated, disappointed and angry. And she wasn’t holding it back. Her brother had been sick, and as his condition continued to deteriorate, Martha and her sister Mary had sent a message to their friend Jesus. In a situation, which seemed to have no hope, Jesus provided hope. They had ...read more

Scripture: John 11:21-22

Denomination: Wesleyan

Proclaimer’s Appreciation

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Oct 7, 2019

October is the season of the year which is set aside to appreciate those who have the Christ apportioned gift of pastor. The truths in this message will set your heart in good order for pleasing the Lord.

Proclaimer’s Appreciation Honoring Those Who Teach The Word of God According to the Book of Ephesians chapter four, Jesus gave pastors to the Body of Christ to prepare them for works of service, so they mature in their faith and be unified in the work of the Lord. Pastoral Appreciation month has ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16, 2 Timothy 4:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Should I Be Baptized

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Apr 28, 2010

A review of Biblical reasons for being baptized.

Why Should I Be Baptized? Scripture Ref: John 1:6, 31, 33 Matt. 3:13-17; Mark 1:9-11 Other References: The Bible Knowledge Commentary All the Doctrines of the Bible, Lockyer Based in part on a message by Jonathan McLeod 1. Introduction a. Randy Travis released song in 2002 entitled ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Subtle Deceptions Of The Enemy Series

Contributed by Kent Wise on Sep 23, 2006

Biblical Truth confronting subtle deception

The Invisible War: Subtle Deceptions of the Enemy September 24, 2006 Pastor Kent Wise Introduction It doesn’t surprise me one bit that the last six weeks have been filled with tremendous stress, emotion, and conflict for me and for those around me. When we started this series many of you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-23

Denomination: Methodist

Holy Spirit - The Provision Of Series

Contributed by Graham Kettle on Nov 3, 2007

To discover the Biblical the provision of the Holy Spirit.

Holy Spirit - The Provision of the 1. The Provision of the Holy Spirit – the Father’s Promise Luke 24:49 “I am going to send you what my Father has promised; but stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.” With the coming of the promised Holy Spirit, at that first ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:49

Denomination: Church Of God

"The Revival Of Fatherhood?"

Contributed by Quintin Morrow on Jun 18, 2002

A biblical survey of and admonition for Christian fatherhood.

"The Revival of Fatherhood?" THe Rev’d Quintin Morrow Father’s Day 2002 St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Ft. Worth, Texas In a speech a decade ago, then Vice President Dan Quayle criticized Murphy Brown, the lead character of a CBS sitcom of the same name, for choosing to bear and raise a child ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:4, 1 Thessalonians 2:10-12

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican