Sermons on Bind Heavy Burdens:

Christ Our Wealth

Contributed by William Baeta on Jul 19, 2003

“Assuredly, I say to you, there is no one who has left house or brothers or sisters or father or mother or wife or children or lands, for my sake and the gospel’s, who shall not receive a hundred fold now in this time and in the age to come, eternal life”

Theme: Christ our wealth Text: Amos 5:6-7, 10-15; Heb. 4:12-16; Mk. 10:17-31 Who is a Christian and how does one become a Christian? A common belief is that a Christian is someone who goes to Church and that one becomes a Christian by being a good person. But how does Scripture answer this ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31, Amos 5:6-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Keep Your Eyes Focused On The Rock

Contributed by Jerry Lewis on Dec 3, 2004

There are many storms of life that come against Christians. We recognize that Satan seeks to destroy us. Jesus will give you peace in the middle of storm if you keep your eyes upon Him.

KEEP YOUR EYES FOCUSED ON THE ROCK! Adapted from a sermon by Richard L Thetford •Isa 43:1-3a 1 But now thus saith the LORD that created thee, O Jacob, and he that formed thee, O Israel, Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art mine. 2 When thou passest through ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Wake Up Call!

Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 24, 2006

This sermon is a wake-up call for teenagers and their parents in the wake of a fatal car accident.

“WAKE UP CALL” Psalm 57 INTRO – I don’t know many people who actually like this sound (play sound of alarm clock). These come in all sorts of designs with all sorts of sounds. Wake up to the sound of a beep, the radio, a CD, or the sound of rain, or the pounding surf, or crickets chirping. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 57:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Good Lesson

Contributed by Jason Winters on Oct 12, 2007

There are many Storms of Life that come against us that seem like they are About To Sink Our Boat.

KEEP YOUR EYES FOCUSED ON THE ROCK! •Isa 43:1-3a 1 But now, this is what the LORD says— he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: "Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine. 2 When you pass through the waters, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Surviving In A Desert Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Sep 14, 2009

The desert is one of the best places for faith to grow.

Title: Why They Call It the Desert Text: Numbers 11:4-23 Thesis: The “desert” is one of the best places for faith to grow. Series: The Bible in 90 Days Whole Church Challenge We are continuing our The Bible in 90 Days Whole Church Challenge Series this morning. We began the journey last week ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:4-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dangerous Christian Pt. 2

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Dec 6, 2024

This is our second part in our three part sermon entitled "Dangerous Christian" Of course this is speaking on a spiritual plane of our position in Christ, and the authority through that relationship, to disrupt, confuse and dismantle the kingdom of darkness.

1 John 5:4-5 For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. [5] Who is he that overcometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God? Now read... Hosea 4:6 It says, my people are destroyed for lack of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Anybody Tired Today?

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Apr 27, 2020

A short devotional to encourage believers in the midst of their weariness

ANYBODY TIRED TODAY? ANYBODY WEARY TODAY? - Beat down - Beat up - Burning out Have to be careful during these trying times we are living in. Easy to get overwhelmed, overextended, overstressed right now. Matthew 11:28-30 SPURGEON: “Jesus invites all those who labor & are heavy laden to come ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

All Kinds Of People Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jul 9, 2001

Five reasons why God wants our church to welcome all kinds of people who share a common faith in Christ with us.

(Note: This sermon was introduced with a powerpoint presentation set to the song "All Kinds of People" written by Sheryl Crow, Kevin Gilbert and Erick Pressley and performed by Susan Ashton from the "A Distant Call" CD). Why is it that the Christian community is divided over many of the very same ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Through Christ Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 16, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to face hardships with courage and faith, reminding them that they are resilient and never abandoned by God.

Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering where we gather in the spirit of unity and love, bringing our hearts together in the presence of our Lord. We are here to celebrate our faith, to strengthen our bonds with God and each other, and to find solace and encouragement in His Word. As we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-9

Topics: But, Not

Why Did Jesus Really Come?

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Jul 1, 2019

The prophet Isaiah foretold some of the most beautiful results of the coming of Jesus.

There is a phrase that you hear more and more this time of year, as we get closer and closer to Christmas. The phrase is ‘the true meaning of Christmas.’ Mostly you hear it used with an unhappy tone as people are missing out on ‘the true meaning of Christmas.’ I’m one of these people who like to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-4

Broken/Fractured Be A Hope Giver

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 14, 2016

Have we ever considered why the heavens seem to be brass (cold) and the earth iron (hard)? We must welcome the broken and fractured and bring them to an eternal hope.

BROKEN --- FRACTURED --- BE A HOPE GIVER... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com WE HAVE BEEN CALLED TO REACH THE BROKEN-FRACTURE INDIVIDUALS AND BRING THE ANOINTING OF HOPE AND DELIVERANCE ... EVEN IN DIFFICULT TIMES... BE A HOPE GIVER. Deuteronomy 28:23 (KJV) And thy heaven that ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:23, Deuteronomy 4:16-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Church - A Hospital

Contributed by Troy Harkey on Apr 16, 2003

To take a quote from last Sunday, one writer has said, “We are all healers who can reach out and offer health, and we are all patients in constant need of help.”

THE CHURCH IS A HOSPITAL (Isa 61:1 KJV) The spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound; (Isa ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Defusing Duplicity Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 17, 2017

This is the first lesson in a series based on James MacDonald's book, Authentic. This lesson battles the problem of hypocrisy.

1. Fake Cars In the 1970’s, Bradley Automotive sold a fiberglass body kit that fit perfectly onto a VW bug chassis. The body was very modern in style and design, giving the impression that it was an expensive GT or GT2 sports car. On the outside it looked expensive, showy, and modern but on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Getting Your Lost Loves Ones Saved

Contributed by Tim Parsons on Sep 17, 2006

This sermon is a look at esther and what we can learn from her in getting our Lost Loved one in the kingdom.

Getting Your Lost Loved Ones saved Esther 8:3-6 Read Text. For how can I endure to see the evil that shall come unto my people? or how can I endure to see the destruction of my kindred? SETTING OF ESTHER: The events of Esther take place in the Persian Empire (modern day Iran) during the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 8:3-6

Denomination: Church Of God

Counting Change Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on May 31, 2008

Newton’s First Law of Motion states: Everything continues in a state of rest unless it is compelled to change by forces impressed upon it. Do the forces of sin around you compel you to change?

Turn with me to Ezra 9. EZRA 9:3-5 After putting it off for a long time, a man finally went to the doctor. After the examination and all of the tests and blood work, the doctor just shook his head. He told the man, “You are in terrible shape. In order to pull out of this, you’re going to have ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 9:3-5

Denomination: Baptist