Sermons on Bodily Illness:

What A Relief

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Mar 16, 2009

If our society is so sophisticated that it is tolerant of what was once known as sin, why do we still have so much depression, fatigue, illness, and violence? Is there a prescription for the underlying guilt?

I wonder….If our society is so sophisticated that we are supposed to be beyond our need for God, why do we have so many depressed and suicidal people in our population? And if Freud was correct that all of our guilt can be tied to repression, why is it that our society of tolerance and acceptance ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: *other

Some Serious Problems And Questions About "Calvinism" Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Nov 6, 2015

Yes, there are some troublesome verses on this subject. Let me deal with those first, and in another segment I'll talk of the plain teaching of this doctrine from cover to cover in your Bible.

2. SOME SERIOUS PROBLEMS and QUESTIONS ABOUT UNIVERSALISM Why don't we do the hard part first, and then end with the pure statements of Scripture. Here are the questions that come immediately. And do I have all the answers? Please! 1. Why did God make a platypus? So you think I'm being ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Repentance Of A Con Man

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 28, 2019

Can a con man change? Is it possible for a rich man with ill gotten gains to enter heaven? Let’s look at Luke 19:1-10 and one such man’s repentance.

Can a con man change? Is it possible for a rich man with ill gotten gains to enter heaven? Let’s look at Luke 19:1-10 and one such man’s repentance. Wealth Luke 19:1-4 Jesus entered Jericho and made his way through the town. 2 There was a man there named Zacchaeus. He was the chief tax collector ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Aggressive Defense Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Aug 5, 2018

We don’t have the right to judge. It is the heart that is broken over the destruction caused by sin, not the heart that is proud of its sinlessness, that God can use to correct the ills of his world.

Revelation Chapter 11 1. And a reed rod was given to me, like a staff, saying, “get up and measure the temple of God, and the altar, and those worshiping in it. 2. And exclude the court that is inside the temple and don’t measure it, because it is given to the nations, and they will trample down ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 11:1-6

Denomination: *other

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing! Stanzas 3-4: Healing In His Wings Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 15, 2020

Jesus was born to heal our spiritual ills, both delivering us from hell and transforming us into godly men and women. Let’s look at two “hows” that explain these blessings.

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing! Part 2 Healing in His Wings (Hark! The Herald Angels Sing! stanzas 3-4) 1. One woman writes: Our fourth grader celebrated his birthday on crutches, so he couldn’t carry the cupcakes into school without help. I asked our sixth-grader, Noah, to help his brother carry ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:2, Mark 6:56, Revelation 2:11, Revelation 21:8, Ephesians 3:17, 1 Corinthians 15:45-49  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Tongue

Contributed by Grant Adams on May 4, 2022

When you go to the doctor for a physical examination, often one of the first things they will tell you is to, “Stick out your tongue.” They can often diagnose the illness by looking at the tongue.

When you go to the doctor for a physical examination, often one of the first things they will tell you is to, “Stick out your tongue.” They can often diagnose the illness by looking at the tongue. Just as in the physical realm the tongue often reveals the condition on the inside, so also in the ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Baptism Of Fire

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Sep 27, 2004

We want the baptism of the Holy Ghost but do we want the baptism of fire?

A Baptism of Fire Matthew 3:11 I indeed baptize you with water unto repentance: but he that cometh after me is mightier than I, whose shoes I am not worthy to bear: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost, and with fire: Luke 12:49-51 I am come to send fire on the earth; and what will I, if it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living A Life Of Holiness Series

Contributed by Lonnie Erwin on Feb 12, 2015

The first 21 verses of 1 Peter could be summed this way (vs.3-12) living a life of Holiness and verses (vs.13-21) fear for God. Not a fear of bodily harm but a respect and concern as we struggle to live a life before the righteous God (1Pet 1:16)

Intro Illustration: David Kinnaman, president of the Barna Group, discusses some disheartening research concerning the failure of Christians in our day to remain distinct: "In virtually every study we conduct, representing thousands of interviews every year, born again Christians (talking about ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

Power And Wisdom Of The Holy Spirit Through Paul Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 22, 2018

Message 3 in our exposition of 1 Corinthians commenting on the work of the Holy Spirit in Paul's ministry.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “The Power and Wisdom of the Spirit Working Through Paul” I Corinthians 2:1-5 Basic Outline Address and Introduction (Greeting and Thanksgiving) 1:1-9 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 II. Response to questions and issues 7-16 Conclusion 16:5-24 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5, Galatians 4:13-15

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Joy Of Work Completed

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jul 2, 2002

I think Labor Day should remind us that work is a blessing, & not a curse. So this morning we’ll look at work as a blessing & as a service. Finally, I’ll suggest that work is not enough.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH BROWNSVILLE, TX A. This is Labor Day weekend, & I come to it with mixed emotions because I’m not sure exactly what to do with this particular holiday. All year long we gear up for holidays. For Christmas we try to get in the spirit of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:2, Genesis 3:17-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Join Murderous Gangs (Proverbs 1:8-19) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Apr 6, 2022

Gangs can make you quite the offer: power, wealth, and community. But join, and you'll end up dead. The passage turns into a broader appeal to avoid ill-gotten gains.

Introduction Although my wife Heidi and I have been married for less than 5 years, we’ve moved a lot in that time period. We’ve lived in three states, 3 apartments, and two houses, and we feel a bit like gypsies without a real home. Heidi and I met up in Manitoba at Providence Bible College. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:9-19

Recognizing The Signs Of A God-Ordained Marriage And Devil Ordained Marriage. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 8, 2024

The truth is, marriage is not always easy, if a partner has the history of abuse, addiction, serious mental illness, criminal past, secrets, dont love or care, dont take responsibilty or accountabilty,etc

Marriage can be challenging when a partner has a history of: * Abuse * Addiction * Serious mental illness * Criminal past * Secrets * Lack of love or care * Irresponsibility or unaccountability * Pathological lying * Cold-heartedness or lack of empathy * Violence or aggression * Arrogance * ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18-19, 1 Corinthians 13:13, John 10:10

The Battle For The Mind And Understanding Intrusive Thoughts From A Biblical Perspective Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 22, 2025

Intrusive thoughts are unwanted, involuntary thoughts, images, or urges that invade our minds, often causing distress, anxiety, or discomfort.

As Christians, we are constantly engaged in a spiritual battle for our minds. The enemy seeks to infiltrate our thoughts, planting seeds of doubt, fear, and anxiety. One of the most insidious tactics used by the enemy is the introduction of intrusive thoughts. These unwanted, disturbing thoughts ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8, Ephesians 6:12

The Bridge To Life

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Nov 18, 2009

Evangelistic message given the Sunday after VBS. It incorporates a Powerpoint that I borrowed from a website and modified. If you want to know the address for the PP, let me know and I’ll get it for you.

The Bridge to Life John 10:10, Romans 6:23 August 2, 2009 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: I grew up in a church that didn’t have Vacation Bible School. My earliest memories of VBS were while I was living in Pine Ridge, SD, and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Biblical Principles Of Bible Study

Contributed by Thomas Lanthrip on Sep 23, 2006

I’m convinced that most of the church members, that makeup the body of Christ, are ill equipped for service. The prime reason for this is in the lack of biblical understanding of the mysteries of God that flow from the Word to those that are poorly nouris

The Biblical principles of Bible Study 2 Timothy 2: 1-26 Intro: I’m convinced that most of the church members, that makeup the body of Christ, are ill equipped for service. The prime reason for this is in the lack of biblical understanding of the mysteries of God that flow from the Word to those ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-26

Denomination: Baptist