Sermons on Boxing Ring:

Regain Hope In Life

Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 18, 2002

Discover God’s provisions for regaining hope in life.

In one of the Bible studies I attended in Washington DC, I heard someone comment, "I know I have eternal life, and I’m not afraid to die. I just don’t like pain." I agree with that comment. What I need to work on is agreeing with the Apostle Paul’s insight in Romans 8:18, "I consider that our ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:12-14

Denomination: *other

Giving Thanks In The Mourning

Contributed by Philip Grose on Nov 24, 2004

We all struggle with the sin in our lives. Some days we wonder how we will ever measure up to the standards that God has commanded in his holy word. Paul came to the conclusion that it is only through Christ Jesus our Lord that we can hold on and propse

“Giving Thanks in the mourning” The residents of Lane County, on the Oregon coast, woke up one morning to a devastating find. A forty-five foot, eight ton pacific grey whale had died and washed up on the beach near the town of Florence. It had been a while since such a large whale had washed up ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Methodist

Is Christ The Saviour Of All Men? Ii Series

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Feb 10, 2008

Study on 1 Tim 4:10

IS CHRIST THE SAVIOUR OF ALL MEN? II A study on 1 Tim. 4:10 12/9/07 Last week we began a study into a passage of Scripture that can be difficult to understand. It is one of the Scripture that when simply read on it own, that is read out of it’s context and out of the context of Scripture as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:10

Denomination: Bible Church

Adventure Calling Series

Contributed by Tim Shepard on Jan 27, 2009

One of the keys to a good fairy tale is adventure and this sermon tells people that they are being called to an adventurous life in Christ.

FAIRY TALE DREAMS: Adventure Calling It was the call of adventure that actually drew Bilbo Baggins out the Shire. He had lived there all of his life, among people who never went anywhere. But Bilbo was a little different than the rest of the hobbits that lived around him. Often he could be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-20

Denomination: *other

The Dynamics Of Baptism In The Life Of A Believer

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Mar 22, 2014

During the earthly ministry of Jesus, there were two, maybe three activities He considered vital to the walk of a believer in Christ. Not essential for salvation, yet essential in a growing relationship with Jesus Himself.

The Dynamics of Baptism In The Life of a Believer MATT 28:19-20; 3:13-16; ROM 6:1-7; ACTS 2:41-47 19. “Go therefore and make disciples of call the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, 20. teaching them to observe all that I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Parable Of The Lost Coin Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Feb 28, 2015

A sermon examining the value of a soul and the celebration in Heaven when one soul repents.

THE PARABLE OF THE LOST COIN Luke 15:8-10 (Antioch Baptist Church: Sunday, January 25th, 2026) Several years ago my wife realized that the first ring I ever bought her was missing. We immediately turned the house upside down, looking under furniture, inside drawers, and even vacuuming out ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Ten Commandments, 5 Of 6: Seventh And Eighth Commandments

Contributed by Lee Houston on Oct 12, 2022

The seventh commandment protects your marriage and your neighbor’s marriage.

The Ten Commandments, 5 of 6: Seventh and Eighth Commandments Scripture: Exodus 20:14, Exodus 20:15, Deuteronomy 5:19 Summary: “You shall not commit adultery.” “You shall not steal.” Exodus 20:14, “You shall not commit adultery.” Deuteronomy 5:18, “Neither shall you commit adultery.” The ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:14, Exodus 20:15, Deuteronomy 5:19

Just Like My Dad (A Father's Day Sermon On The Prodigal Son)

Contributed by James Jackson on Jun 16, 2025

In the Parable of the Prodigal Son (which is really the Parable of the Loving Father) we get a picture of how our heavenly Father loves us.

Good morning, and Happy Father’s Day! Please turn in (or turn on) your copy of God’s Word and scroll to Luke 15. While you’re turning there, I want to share some photos with you. This past Wednesday, JonWorth encouraged our students to dress like their dad. And the results were hilarious. (Show ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

Freedom From Discouragement 2 Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 5, 2003

Because of the work of the Holy Spirit we can have freedom from discouragement

INTRODUCTION • A couple of weeks ago we started looking at the issue of discouragement. One of the freedoms we can enjoy as Christians is the freedom from discouragement. • One of the reasons we looked at as to why this is true is because of the hope of better things to come that we have in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Prophet Challenges The System

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 20, 2002

This sermon addresses the issue of how prosperity does not always mean that God apporves of what is going on with those in positions of power.

A PROPHET CHALLENGES THE SYSTEM Text: Amos 7:7-17 One of the most intriguing sights in all the world is that of the leaning Tower Of Pisa in Tuscany, Italy. It was begun in 1174 and completed in 1350. It stands 179 feet high and leans some 16 and a half feet out of the perpendicular as of ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:7-17

Denomination: United Methodist

Turning Our Pain Into Gain

Contributed by Joe Rowland on Apr 13, 2005

God takes the hurt of our past, and makes it work for our good.

TURNING OUR PAIN INTO GAIN! Jeremiah 29:8-14 8. For thus says the Lord of host, the God of Israel: Do not let your Prophets and your diviners who are in your midst deceive you, nor listen to your dreams which you cause to be dreamed. 9. For they Prophesy falsely to you in my name; I have not sent ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:8-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Tell If Your Spiritual Health Is Good

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jun 20, 2003

Our English word "hygiene" comes from the Greek word for "sound" (sound doctrine; sound faith; sound speech) used in the Pastoral Letters - this sermon evaluates these signs of good spiritual health.

Going to the doctor for a checkup is something a lot of people do religiously. They want to make sure their health is not failing in ways they can’t detect on their own. Not a bad idea. Likewise we are prone to miss some signs of poor spiritual health if we don’t check up on it regularly. In ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-8, 1 Timothy 1:13

Denomination: Baptist

Did You Get Clothes For Christmas? Series

Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Jan 7, 2005

Clothes aren’t always the most prized gifts at Christmas. But the Lord gives us just that for Christmas: Clothes. 1.These Clothes Save You. 2. These Clothes Define You.

Christmas 2 Isaiah 61:10-62:3 This week, we all have yet another Christmas under our belts. And probably many of you thought back during the holidays to past Christmases you had, and the fond memories of these events. Maybe your mind was turned to the presents you remember opening up as a child. ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Choosing To Make A Difference

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Jan 27, 2005

Our lives have purpose and we’re called on to choose that purpose.

Choosing to Make a Difference with your Life Cornwall November 13, 2004 Franklin Graham grew up as the oldest son of the famous American evangelist Billy Graham. From the time he was little, Franklin was seen to be his father’s obvious heir. He was told over and over again by family, friends, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:21-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paying Taxes

Contributed by William Baeta on Oct 17, 2002

“Jesus said to them ‘Render therefore to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s and to God the things that are God’s” Matt. 22:4-5.

Theme: Paying taxes Text: Is. 45:1-6; 1 Thess. 4:1-5; Matt. 22:15-21 In the last three weeks we have looked at the parable of the Two Sons, the parable of the Tenants, and the parable of the Wedding Feast. In all these parables Jesus Christ kept referring to the lack of integrity in Israel’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-21, Isaiah 45:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed