Sermons on Branding Iron:

What The Sinner Saw That Made Him See The Savior

Contributed by Michael Martin on Mar 2, 2016

The dying thief rejoiced to SEE that fountain in his day; And there may I though vile as he, wash all my sins away.

(Luke 23:32-43) "The thieves also..." Matthew tells us that they BOTH railed on the Lord at first. At first, both thieves mocked and reviled the Lord. But, one of them saw something over the course of the next few hours... He saw something that changed his mind about who this man, being ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

Blessings From Above Series

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jul 15, 2018

The first chapter of Ephesians is one long sentence in the Greek, packed with numerous blessings from above. God chose us, God forgives us, God seals us. We are his...forever.

Blessings from Above Ephesians 1:3-14 Today we launch a new series through a tiny book of the Bible called “Ephesians.” The Apostle Paul wrote this six-chapter letter to the church in Ephesus while he was imprisoned in Rome. Most scholars believe it was meant to be a form letter, something that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Baptist

Ten Commandments: Honor God's Name Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jan 8, 2019

Don't dishonor the name of God by word or deed. We need God's help: the Holy Spirit, confession and cleansing, filling our minds with good things.

HONOR GOD’S NAME—Exodus 20:7, Ezekiel 36:16-28 (optional children’s sermon: Use a Coke can. The Coca Cola name is so valuable, that if anyone uses the name without permission, they can be sued. God’s name is more valuable!) (Project on the screen: What is the most valuable brand name in world? ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7, Ezekiel 36:16-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Equipping Of The Saints

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Nov 15, 2023

Usually, each Sunday, I ask two questions, but today there are a few more questions: Why are you here today? Not here @ CPC, but here on earth? Why were you given this day?

Here’s what I believe: Because as Christians, God’s not done with you yet. Now, if you haven’t accepted Christ as your Lord and Savior, we’ll visit about that a bit later. Maybe you’ve asked yourself that question in a different form- Do I have a calling? Am I fulfilling my calling? What are my ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-13, Matthew 13:8

The Legacy Of Unrepentance-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 19, 2011

3 of 4. Cain’s legacy was a spiritually derelict/deficient progeny. Personal unrepentance leaves a legacy of spiritually dereliction/deficiency. What does such a legacy provide? Spiritually deficient populations seek...

The LEGACY Of UNREPENTANCE-III— Genesis 4:16-24 Likewise we will leave a legacy to our families. But what of any value will they receive? Background: Previously we had looked at Cain’s willful disdain of God’s direction for his life, & discovered the ‘Tragedy of Unrepentance’(4:1-15). Today we ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:16-24

Denomination: Baptist

Giving Birth To An Ishmael Series

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Jun 17, 2019

How God Works the Messes of our own making into a beautiful tapestry

Giving Birth to an Ishmael PPT 1 Title This is a message about how God responds to the messes in life that are self inflicted. PT 2 Text Ge 3:17 Then to Adam He said, "Because you have listened to the voice of your wife, and have eaten from the tree about which I commanded you, saying, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:17-18, Genesis 37:23, Genesis 49:23, Psalm 105:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Destroying The Yoke Of Barrenness Series

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Sep 16, 2019

Yokes can be broken off, yokes can be shaken off, yokes can be destroyed (Ezekiel 34:27). God is going to destroy every yoke of barrenness and free us from every bondage, captivity and slavery to barrenness. But we must come, we must come to Jesus

What is a Yoke? There are two types of yokes. The first is the yoke of the Lord. In Matthew 11:29, Jesus said “take my yoke upon you”. So, Jesus has a yoke which we must take on, which we must carry. A yoke is something that is given you to carry. The yoke of the Lord is what God gives us to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30, 1 Samuel 1:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Building The Temple Of God Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 6, 2017

Learn from Solomon. We give God our best and we follow His design.

We have come to the actual building of the Temple of God in 1 Kings 6. • This is a short write up of the building; we have greater details in the books of Chronicles. Let’s read a portion – 1 Kings 6:19-37. TWO THINGS stand out in the building of the Temple – they dedicated the best to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 6:19-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Nebuchadnezzar's Dream PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

Explore the dreams of King Nebuchadnezzar and Daniel and seek God's guidance in understanding their significance for our lives today.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into the book of Daniel and explore some fascinating dreams that were experienced by King Nebuchadnezzar and Daniel. These dreams, as recorded in Daniel 2, Daniel 7, and Daniel 8, have deep significance, not only for the time in which they ...read more

Topics: Prophecies, Daniel

400 Years And No Word From God Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 3, 2009

This message is a part of a series that surveys the entire Bible. It is based upon the study guide from an older Chuck Swindoll series. This message looks at the intertestamental period.

"The Sounds of Silence" is the song that propelled the 1960s folk music duo Simon and Garfunkel to popularity. It was written in February 1964 by Paul Simon in the aftermath of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963. Simon conceived of the song as a way of capturing the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Transformed By Truth: From Darkness To Light Psalm 107:10, 13-16 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 13, 2024

Psalm 107 portrays the journey from darkness to light, highlighting God’s redeeming love and power. As we reflect on these verses, we will see how God delivers, transforms, and brings us into His marvellous light.

Transformed by Truth: From Darkness to Light Psalm 107:10, 13-16 Psalm 107:10 (NLT): "Some sat in darkness and deepest gloom, imprisoned in iron chains of misery." Psalm 107:13-16 (NLT): "Lord, help!" they cried in their trouble, and he saved them from their distress. He led ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:10, Psalm 107:13-16, Ephesians 5:8, Psalm 107:13-14, Romans 10:13, Psalm 107:15-16, Hebrews 13:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lets Play - The Blame Game

Contributed by Thomas Monroe on Feb 20, 2002

In this age of irresponsibility, it is easier to assign blame to others than to be honest with ourselves.

Lets Play - The Blame Game Genesis 3:12 & II Samuel 12:13 & John 9:2 Already, get ready to play the "Blame Game": You are driving 100 mph in a 45 mph zone, you lose control, flip your car on a sharp curve, and critically injure yourself, who is at fault? No, not you, the Dept. of Transportation ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:12, John 9:2

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Extent Of God's Concern For His Children

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Dec 30, 2002

This outline sets forth the fact that God is concerned about the "little things" as well as the "big things" that confront His children.

THE GREAT EXTENT OF GOD’S CONCERN FOR HIS CHILDREN “And when the servant of the man of God arose early and went out, there was an army surrounding the city with horses and chariots. And his servant said to Elisha, ‘Alas, my master! What shall we do? So he answered, ‘Do not fear, for those who ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-32, 2 Kings 6:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

Daniel Quiz Ch. 1-6 Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Jan 26, 2006

12 Questions to test your knowldge of Daniel Chapters 1-6.

The Book of Daniel Quiz (Chapter 1-6) 1. What Country overthrows Jerusalem in the first Chapter of Daniel? (Daniel 1:1) a) Assyria b) Medo-Persia c) Babylonia d) Egypt 2. What was Daniel’s name changed to by the Chief Official? (Daniel 1:7) a) Azariah b) Belteshazzar c) ...read more

Denomination: Bible Church

Standing At The Edge Of Greatness

Contributed by Vernon Hairston on Jan 7, 2006

Releasing the greatness that is within us all.

I WAS WATCHING TELEVISION THE OTHER DAY AND I SAW A VERY INTERESTING RECRUITING COMMERCIAL THAT WAS BEING RUN BY THE USCG. FOR EXAMPLE THERE IS ONE WHERE SOME YOUNG TEENAGERS ARE HIKING ALONG A RIVER BANK, AND ONE OF THEM DROPS HIS KNAPSACK INTO THE RIVER, IT FLOATS DOWN THE RIVER, AND THEN ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14

Denomination: Baptist