Sermons on Bitter Root:

The Infection Of Sin

Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 17, 2002

A look at sin from an infection perspective, includes some medical tech info.

THE INFECTION OF SIN EPHESIANS 4:31-32 READ EPHESIANS 4:31-32 INTRODUCTION I would like to begin this morning by talking about a subject that you may feel has nothing to do with Ephesians 4:31-32. I assure you that it has everything to do with it so I ask that you bear with me. I would like to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Binding The Strong Man Series

Contributed by Ben Irabor on Aug 9, 2010

Who is the strong man? And how does one identify the strong man? The strong man is one that controls a stronghold. That is a place or territory under his influence, which is heavily fortified and is impregnable. It’s important for us to see things the w

Binding the Strong Man: Title: Identifying the Strong Man. Who is the strong man? And how does one identify the strong man? The strong man is one that controls a stronghold. That is a place or territory under his influence, which is heavily fortified and is impregnable. It’s important for us ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Once Saved, Always Saved? Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on May 2, 2022

To establish the saints indeed can fall from the grace of God. This lesson refutes the notion: “Once saved, always saved.” Our eternal salvation is promised, but we must continually strive to make: “our calling and election sure.” Peter, tells us how this is possible.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Once saved, always saved? Introductory Remarks. 1. In this lesson today, we will be discussing the theme: “Once Saved, Always Saved?" This will become the thirteenth lesson in the sermon-series entitled: "Re-digging in Old Wells." There will be many others ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:4, Hebrews 12:15, 2 Peter 1:3-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Resurrection Power

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Sep 6, 2011

The resurrection of Christ is a sign that there isn't anything in all creation...not even death itself...that can stop God from keeping His promises. There is resurrection life and resurrection power awaiting you...only believe!

RESURRECTION POWER JOSHUA 7:1 10 The greatest event to take place in the history of the world is the resurrection of Jesus Christ. If not for the resurrection we would have no hope...no hope of help, protection, provision...no hope of eternal life. Jesus rose from the dead...Hallelujah...and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-10

Even Me - An Unusual Mother's Day Sermon

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on May 9, 2022

The question then becomes what if I don’t quite measure up to the Proverbs 31 woman? Is there any hope for me? Can God use me? Let’s not just talk about the women because we all have times and circumstances in our lives when we ask these same questions? Is there any hope for me? .

Even Me An Unusual Mother’s Day Sermon By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - In Proverbs 31 we find the description of a virtuous woman and this passage of scripture will no doubt be used by many today. This virtuous woman that was described so many years ago is still the epitome of women ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-6, Matthew 1:16

Denomination: Apostolic

Restoring The Foundations Series

Contributed by Dr. Robert Mckenzie on Apr 27, 2002

Strengthing the family

Foundations of the Family: Restoring the Foundations Malachi 2:14-17 Over the next few Sunday evenings, I want to bring a series of messages on ’Restoring the Foundations’. The family is under attack from the enemy in every area. From this study I hope we will develop a biblical view of family ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:14-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Keys To Winning Your Family And Friends To The Lord"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jul 24, 2003

What can we do to help people find the Lord today? Keys we can use.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches July 27, 2003 “Keys to Winning Your Family and Friends to the Lord” John 8:31-32 INTRODUCTION: Have you ever wondered why people are not converting to Jesus when there is a church on almost every corner? Do you wonder why your family seems to go on year after year ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Methodist

The Battle Of The Church Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 11, 2013

Spiritual warfare in the Church can be won by the blood of the Lamb, the word of our testimony and not loving life more than the cause. Some insights on the Battle of the Church and the need for unity.

The Battle of the Church 1 Corinthians 1:10-13. Satan attacks the Christian, the family, and the Church. Efforts to defeat Satan in the family and Church will have little effect unless the battle of the mind is experiencing victory. However, when God’s people walk with Him, we find peace in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

Living Between Prayer And Promise

Contributed by David Dunn on Jan 8, 2026

Live faithfully between prayer and promise—trust God’s future, obey His present reign, and rest in hope until Christ returns.

Most of our lives are not lived at the beginning of a story or at the end of one. They are lived somewhere in the middle — in that long, unfinished stretch where things are still forming, still unresolved, still waiting to make sense. We live between what has already been spoken and what has not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10, Luke 17:21, 1 Corinthians 15:24-25, Revelation 22:20, Habakkuk 2:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

In All Things Be Thankful

Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Nov 13, 2007

A topical Thanksgiving sermon utilizing a few great illustrations found here on Sermon Central along with thoughts of my own.

"In All Things Be Thankful" Ephesians 5:20 Back during the dark days of 1929 (The Great Depression), a group of ministers in the Northeast, all graduates of the Boston School of Theology, gathered to discuss how they should conduct their Thanksgiving Sunday services. Things during that time were ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:20

Denomination: Baptist

The Life Of The Lost

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 9, 2002

Do we really consider the life of the lost?

“THE LIFE OF THE LOST” By: Dr. Dennis Deese JOHN 4:1-30 There are two perspectives of life I believe Christians are prone to ignore or are simply too detached from. The troubling life of the lost and the blessings and spiritual resources that are available to us in our painful (common to the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-30

Forgiveness Ain’t For Sissies

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Apr 9, 2014

As Christians, we are commanded to forgive each other.

Forgiveness Ain’t for Sissies April 6, 2014 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: As Christians, we are commanded to forgive each other. Focus Passage: Matthew 18:21-35 Supplemental Passage: Be kind to one another, tender-hearted, forgiving each ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-34

Denomination: Baptist

Righteous Among The Wicked

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Leslie Verghese on Sep 6, 2018

Righteous among the Wicked

In the temple of Nob – Ahimelek the Priest helps David who entered the temple as he was hiding from Saul. Gave him food, sword of Goliath etc. Doveg went and told Saul; Saul killed 85 people including Ahimelek and destroyed the city (1st Sam 22) David angry at Doveg 1- 7 is self-lamentation; ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pathway To The Passion Pt-1 The Last Supper Series

Contributed by Brian Menear on Feb 3, 2007

The true meaning of The Last Supper. This series is designed to be preached/taught leading up to Easter Sunday.

Pathway To The Passion Part One-The Last Supper The Last Supper (Luke 22:1-38) Through the centuries, the Last Supper has been of enormous significance. It has also lost it’s simplicity. DaVinci’s painting of “The Last Supper” While beautiful and world famous it is historically and biblically ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:1-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Passover Meal Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Mar 19, 2019

Passover: God’s act of mercy and grace to deliver from His judgment those who believed in the blood

“Passover Meal” Mark 14:17-26 eucharist=thanksgiving communion (koinonia)=sharing something in common. Passover: God’s act of mercy and grace to deliver from His judgment those who believed in the blood “Therefore, whoever eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:17-26

Denomination: Baptist