Sermons on Boasts:

Kingdom And Chaos - God Chooses David

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Feb 21, 2019

The first time, Samuel anointed a king, he found Saul, who was the most handsome, strongest man in the nation. This time, God sends Samuel to Bethlehem, to the house of Jesse, who has eight sons.

Kingdom and Chaos 1st Samuel 16 – God Chooses David February 24, 2019 The first time, Samuel anointed a king, he found Saul, who was the most handsome, strongest man in the nation. This time, God sends Samuel to Bethlehem, to the house of Jesse, who has eight sons. 1 Samuel 16:10-13 NIV Jesse ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:10-13, Isaiah 50:10-11, 1 Samuel 17:34-37, 1 Corinthians 1:28-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Affirming Faith Series

Contributed by Don Campbell on Oct 23, 2025

This is the the 15th sermon in the series.

AFFIRMING FAITH PSALM 119:121-128 INTRODUCTION A. James raises the issue: What good is it, my brothers, if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can that faith save him?” (Jam 2:14). B. Testimonies of faith that are not wed to obedience are vain boasting. C. David makes six ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:121-128

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pride Goes Before A Fall

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Aug 15, 2003

The Edomites believed some things about their nation that God found to be false.

Obadiah 3-9 Pride Goes Before A Fall Introduction Before we look at our text in Obadiah, I want us to consider some of what the Proverbs have to say about pride. Proverbs 11:2 When pride cometh, then cometh shame: but with the lowly is wisdom. Proverbs 15:25 The Lord will destroy the house of ...read more

Scripture: Obadiah 1:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

Because Your Enemy Has Said

Contributed by Scott Voss on Jan 11, 2001

When the devil spews his venom, get ready to prevail!

Because Your Enemy Has Said... Pastor Scott Voss New Life Christian Center Rector, Arkansas Ezekiel 36:1 Also, thou son of man, prophesy unto the mountains of Israel, and say, Ye mountains of Israel, hear the word of the LORD: 2 Thus saith the Lord GOD; Because the enemy hath said against ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Covenant Prayer Of David For God's Blessings On His Descendants

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Feb 11, 2007

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT THE COVENANT PRAYER OF DAVID FOR GOD’S BLESSINGS ON HIS DESCENDANTS AND HIGHLIGHTS 1. GOD’S GOODNESS 2. GOD’S KNOWLEDGE 3. GOD’S WILL 4. GOD’S GLORY 5. GOD’S CHOSEN 6. GOD’S PROMISE 7. GOD’S BLESSING

THE COVENANT PRAYER OF DAVID FOR GOD’S BLESSINGS ON HIS DESCENDANTS ************************************************************************************************* OUTLINE 1. GOD’S GOODNESS 2. GOD’S KNOWLEDGE 3. GOD’S WILL 4. GOD’S GLORY 5. GOD’S CHOSEN 6. GOD’S PROMISE 7. GOD’S ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:18-29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Crisscross Double Cross Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Feb 24, 2009

We are secure in our faith. John tells us that those who walk away from the faith were never a part of the faith to begin with.

In 1936, when delays slowed construction, over $130,000 was invested in a novel safety feature: a vast net -- similar to a circus net -- suspended under the Golden Gate Bridge. The safety net extended ten feet wider than the bridge’s width and fifteen feet further than the roadway’s length. It gave ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Foolishness Of Men” Series

Contributed by Peter Kelly on Aug 25, 2021

Series #5. The inability to accept Calvary is the biggest mistake mankind can ever make.

I. Introduction A. The foolishness of God -Last time we looked at man’s view of the message of the cross -To those who trust in mankind’s wisdom it is foolishness. -1 Corinthians 1:18 – “For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:21-31

Dogs In The Church

Contributed by Tony Fox on Dec 12, 2000

Our salvation has nothing to do with who we are or what we have accomplished, but rests solely on the Person and Work of Jesus Christ."

"Dogs in the Church" August 27, 2000 p.m. (Philippians 3:1-6) Rodgers Park Baptist Church BI - "We should rejoice in the fact that our salvation has nothing to do with who we are or what we have accomplished. It rests solely on the Person and Work of Jesus Christ." I. Paul’s Caution - ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

By My Spirit, Says The Lord

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Dec 29, 2015

Anything of significance is accomplished by the Spirit of God; not in your own power.

By My Spirit, Says the Lord December 13, 2015 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Anything of significance is accomplished by the Spirit of God; not in your own power. Focus Passage: Zechariah 4:6 Supplemental Passage: Some boast in chariots and some in ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6

Denomination: Baptist

"How Shall We Live"

Contributed by Ronnie Knight on Apr 9, 2007

Funeral Sermon For Non - Christian

Title: “How Then Should We Live?” Text: James 4.13-17 Introduction: As we are gathered here today to pay our respects to a friend and a loved one, we are reminded again of a truth we often try to forget. Today we are once again reminded of the brevity of life and the certainty of death. In light ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Law Of Christ (Galatians 6)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 21, 2024

Is the law of Christ different from the law of Moses? Let's find out in Galatians 6.

Should we treat each other gently, with the undeserved kindness that we have received from God? Is the law of Christ fulfilled when we bear each other’s burdens? Let’s see. How should we try to restore a wayward friend? Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Brag About Jesus, And Belonging To Him (1 Corinthians 1:10-30) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 22, 2022

Don't brag about yourself, or your leaders. Also, be united: remember you are "of Christ," and not "of your pastor."

Today, we're going to try cover the rest of 1 Corinthians 1, all at once. It's a pretty big section, so let's just dive in. 1 Corinthians 1:10: (10) Now, I urge you, brothers , by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, (in order) that the same thing you may/shall all speak, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-30

Dont Give Up : You Are On The Brink Of A Miracle

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 26, 2006

THIS SERMON ENCOURAGES NOT TO GIVE UP AS WE ARE ON THE BRINK OF A MIRACLE AND EXHORTS US TO 1. REST 2. REJOICE 3. RENEW 4. RECEIVE 5. REQUEST 6. REAP 7. RACE

DONT GIVE UP : YOU ARE ON THE BRINK OF A MIRACLE ************************************************* OUTLINE 1. REST 2. REJOICE 3. RENEW 4. RECEIVE 5. REQUEST 6. REAP 7. RACE INTRODUCTION The Lord wants us to be strong in the day of adversity . We should not become discouraged and give up ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Greatness Of God

Contributed by Chris Surber on Feb 5, 2010

We all stand rightly "struck with astonishment" at the greatness of God!

The Greatness of God! Luke 9:28-43a Introduction Are you extremely proud of your lifetime accomplishments? I have known the lure of pride in the accomplishments of my life; perhaps you have as well. It was on November 21 of 1877 that Thomas Edison announced to the world that he had invented the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-43

Denomination: Christian Church

The Census Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jul 10, 2012

Sermon #6 in the Untold Stories of the Old Testament series comes from 1 Chronicles 21 and relates the account of David's Census which led to the deaths of 70 thousand of his troops.

Series: Untold Stories of the Old Testament #6 Date: CHCC: July 1, 2012 Title: The Census Text: I Chronicles 21 INTRODUCTION: Today’s “untold story” is about King David. I Chronicles 21:21 says this: Satan rose up against Israel and incited David to take a census of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 21:1-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ