Sermons on Branch:

Election In The Epistles And Revelation Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Nov 17, 2015

There is no question about the teachings of Paul the apostle in regard to election. Peter, John and the rest are all in agreement. He does what He wills!

Romans Romans is the heartland of Sovereignty teaching. Here are the Bible's most troubling verses on the subject, at least for those who are still in the other camp. Many have heard these verses. Most have come up with an interpretation that allows them to move on un-touched. But I suggest that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Salvation Realized(2018)-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 26, 2018

2 of 3. All on the ark escaped/were saved from the Flood’s destruction. Salvation was realized by those favored by God. But How/When is salvation by God accomplished/realized? Salvation is realized when & how...

Series: SUPPLANTING The LEGACY Of WICKEDNESS—Genesis 6:9—10:32 A—GOD’s REMOVAL STRATEGY—Genesis 6:9-22 Toward Removing the Legacy of Wickedness B—GOD’s DESIGNED DESTRUCTION(& Salvation)—Genesis 7:1-24 C—SALVATION REALIZED(Getting to Normal)-II—Genesis 8:1-19 D—EXPERIENCING The VICTORY/Man’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is This? Who Do You Say Jesus Is? Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Apr 19, 2014

On Palm Sunday as JESUS rode into Jerusalem, the people of the city looked on and asked, Who Is This? Jesus asked the same question to his disciples, Who do you say that I AM? Its a question we all must answer.

Palm Sunday 2014 By William Akehurst, HSWC Credit to www.whoisjesus.com as a resource for this message. A friend of mine said just 3 words to me this week that made me ponder and know my topic for the sermon today...those words... Who is this? Key verse: Matthew 21:10. And when he was come into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Strength For All Occasions Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 9, 2020

In difficult times followers of Christ are assured of Strength and Resources as needed. Believers can live in peace and contentment when they know the two assurances in Philippians 4:13 and 19. Those verses provide foundation for biblical OPTIMISIM.

Our text today provides a sure foundation for optimism. Christians should be the most optimistic people on the face of the earth. I’m not talking about a Polly Anna avoidance of the challenges. I’m talking about a deep confidence that nothing can happen that is beyond God’s all-sufficiency. I’m ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7, Proverbs 10:28-29, Ephesians 2:6-7, 2 Corinthians 8:9, Genesis 22:14, Joshua 14:6-15, 1 Corinthians 15:10, Numbers 14:1-10, John 15:1-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

What's The Big Deal About Grace? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jul 18, 2021

Grace is such a big deal. Your Bible says the purpose of everything in the universe is to show God's grace: "so that in the coming ages he might show the immeasurable riches of his grace in kindness toward us in Christ Jesus" (Ephesians 2:7).

Happy Easter to all of you! Welcome to Easter Sunday, including those of you online. Easter is a time when God's people celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. As much as you may admire Abraham Lincoln, your parents, or MLK, JR., there are not even two people who gather every Sunday to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Redeeming The Time Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 14, 2024

Christians are to conduct themselves carefully in a corrupt culture.

Redeeming the Time Ephesians 5:15-21 Rev. Brian Bill April 6-7, 2024 Last weekend was an amazing time of expressive worship and exposition of the Word during our Good Friday and Easter services. This place was packed on Good Friday as Pastor Kyle and Pastor Chris, along with our youth and young ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Powerful Word Of God (Just Keep Sowing) - Mark 4:26-34 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Sep 23, 2023

The kingdom began shockingly small, but, like a seed, had great power to produce imperceptible growth, automatic growth, and mysterious growth that will result in the glorious, eternal kingdom.

As the farmer can’t cause growth to happen, neither can man cause spiritual growth to happen. Our role is indispensable, however. Seed doesn’t grow unless it’s sown. We must not become discouraged in the work of sowing. Mark 4:26 He also said, “This is what the kingdom of God is like. A man ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:26-34

A Lion In A Den Of Daniels Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 24, 2000

When you feel you are the only one who's wrong in the crowd of acceptable people, see how faith teaches us to find a shred of dignity in reaching out for help, and how complete faith gives us wholeness despite our past.

This message is dedicated to the memory of my deceased great-aunt, Adelia Miller. Aunt Dedie loved to tell how, when she was a little girl going to the Sunday School at the Cloverport Baptist Church in Breckenridge County, Kentucky, the pastor had all the children in Sunday School one day. He ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18, Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

"Sin Is The Wrong Use Of Free Will Given By God.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Feb 8, 2002

Year A. First Sunday of Lent February 17, 2002 Gen 2: 7-9; 3: 1-7 Title: “Sin is the wrong use of free will given by God.”

Year A. First Sunday of Lent February 17, 2002 Gen 2: 7-9; 3: 1-7 Title: “Sin is the wrong use of free will given by God.” There are two accounts of creation in Genesis. The first account Genesis 1: 1-2:4a, called ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

‘the Christian's Eternal Glory'

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Aug 7, 2001

WE SEE IN THIS PASSAGE, THE PILGRIM’S ATTITUDES,THE PILGRIM’S ADVERSARY, AND THE PILGRAM’S ARRIVAL.

‘THE CHRISTIAN’S ETERNAL GLORY’ I PETER 5:5-11 In the Bible, the Christian life is compared to many things such a member of a body, and as a member of a family. But the one I like the best am the one Peter describes in his book of I Peter, a pilgrim. We see this in Abraham’s life recorded in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Role Of Israel In The Last Days

Contributed by John Stensrud on Dec 12, 2001

A sermon incorporting current events, history and the Word of God suggesting that the Second Advent of Christ is very near

The Role of Israel in the Last Days A sermon delivered at Immanuel Baptist Church of Elgin, Illinois on December 9, 2001 by Pastor John Stensrud Matthew 24:32-39 “Learn a lesson from the fig tree: When its branches become green and soft and new leaves appear, you know summer is near. In the same ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:32-39

Denomination: Baptist

The Harvest

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Jan 8, 2002

Is our inheritance in this life, the life to come, or both?

The Harvest What a privilege and honor to be called and used by God to do His will. Our calling is not to put our focus on this earth, nor is it to make the world a better place. Our calling is to follow Jesus Christ on a pilgrimage to heaven. In doing so, we will also fulfill God’s purpose for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:37-44, John 4:34-36

Denomination: Baptist

Worship In Spirit And Truth

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Nov 13, 2001

The scripture shows the importance of conforming to God’s image to worship instead of demanding that God conform to our worship.

Worship in Spirit and Truth 2 Samuel 6: 1 Again David gathered all the choice men of Israel, thirty thousand. 2 And David arose and went with all the people who were with him from Baale Judah to bring up from there the ark of God, whose name is called by the Name, the LORD of Hosts, who dwells ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-9, John 4:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

Definition And Biblical Basis Of The Church Series

Contributed by Clyde Grimes on Jun 25, 2003

3 of 18 messages on moving toward greater health as a church.

Definition and Biblical Basis of the Church (NTC4T-3) I. The Church Defined A. What it is not 1. A denomination 2. To be confused with Israel 3. The same as the kingdom of God B. What it is 1. Universal Church 2. Local body II. The Biblical Basis of the Church A. A covenant relationship with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-13, Romans 11:11-20

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Why Do You Ask? Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 29, 2003

Neither conservatives nor liberals are really interested in learning; all want their opinions confirmed. Jesus teaches us how to deal with both by asking questions to test the argumentative spirit, to test honesty, and to get people to listen to their ow

Some folks want their religion to confirm everything they’ve already committed to, but other folks want, or say they want, a religion that will challenge to change. And there isn’t much common ground between these two types. Or is there? Some folks want their religion to confirm everything ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-18

Denomination: Baptist