Sermons on Break Fallow Ground:

Sin Is A Hard Habit To Break Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Nov 15, 2005

Kings of Judah, Pt. 3: "Asa"

SIN IS A HARD HABIT TO BREAK (1 KINGS 15:1-15, 2 CHRONICLES 14:1-13, 16:1-13) Ducking into confession with a turkey under his arms, a man said, “Forgive me, Father, for I have sinned. I stole this turkey to feed my family. Would you take it and settle my guilt?” “Certainly not,” said the Priest. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 15:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sin Is A Hard Habit To Break

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 28, 2008

Kings of Judah, Pt. 2

SIN IS A HARD HABIT TO BREAK (1 KINGS 15:1-15, 2 CHRONICLES 14:1-13, 16:1-13) Ducking into confession with a turkey under his arms, a man said, “Forgive me, Father, for I have sinned. I stole this turkey to feed my family. Would you take it and settle my guilt?” “Certainly not,” said the Priest. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 15:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Can God Shake This Place?

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 30, 2024

Can an earthquake be a good thing? On first thought we would say no. But God can take things that seem bad and use them for something good. Today we’re going to see a good earthquake and ask the question, “Can God shake this place” too?

CAN GOD SHAKE THIS PLACE? Acts 16:16-34 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR. IF ONLY 4 WEEKS TO LIVE 1. A Bible study group was discussing the possibility of sudden death. The Group Leader asked, "What would you do if you knew you only had 4 weeks of life remaining before your death, and your Judgment ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Should I Be Free From Bondage? Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Feb 7, 2021

So many people, including some believers are trapped in some sort of bondage. Many are in despair, because they have tried so hard, to give up and break free but are unable to do so. But there is hope for all. Most often it is only knowing the Truth that will set people free!

Freedom from bondage Chapter 1 – Why should I be free from bondage Act 11:21: “And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number believed, and turned unto the Lord.” (KJV) Most of us would like to have promises from the Lord for our personal benefit – we desire that the Lord should ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:21, Titus 3:3, Luke 4:18

Denomination: Other

Look In (Behold!)

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Dec 18, 2019

Mary has had a hectic couple of months. After Jesus is born, Mary takes a moment to reflect on what's happened. How do we use the breaks in our lives between the chaos and the crowds during the Christmas season?

Opening and Introduction Christmas is a pretty busy time of year isn’t it? Do you ever feel like you don’t have enough time to get it all done? Ever feel like the season is so wonderful to experience, but there’s just is so much going on. In our text today, Mary is experiencing a season like ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:16-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Bent But Not Broken

Contributed by Pablo Catala on Sep 8, 2019

Healing

The absolute truth of this question this morning, “God why are these things happening to me?” This is a question that we have all asked and have all sincerely wanted to know. This morning I pray that this sermon would give you hope in knowing that Christ works all things out for His glory. Many if ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Oaths Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 19, 2022

Jesus now says that His disciples should not take an oath at all. They should not swear by anything. The main reason is that a person known for integrity does not need to enhance their promises

SERMON ON THE MOUNT (OATHS) 33 Again, you have heard that it was said to the people long ago, 'Do not break your oath, but fulfill to the Lord the vows you have made.' 34 But I tell you, do not swear an oath at all: either by heaven, for it is God's throne; 35 or by the earth, for it is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33

Denomination: Baptist

Stretch

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Dec 31, 2022

What does stretch mean to me? It means busting loose and busting out. It means new territory. It means new opportunities. It means going beyond. It means the devil made a big mistake, he didn’t kill me when he had the chance. It means fresh fire.

I have a One word Sermon today: Stretch Our text is Philippians 3:13-14 [13] Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Baalperazim

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jun 2, 2025

In the bible lesson for today…, David had just been chosen king of Israel.

Baalperazim “David attacked the Philistines and defeated them. Then he said, “I watched the Lord break through my enemies like a mighty flood.” So he named the place “The Lord Broke Through.” 2 Samuel 5:20 Contemporary English Version Intro: In the bible lesson for today…, David had just been ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 5:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Heart Guarded By Peace — A Life Grounded In Thankfulness

Contributed by Andrew Hoskins on Nov 22, 2025

WE HAVE SO MUCH TO BE THANKFUL FOR” Growing up in a poor military family, life didn’t always feel like something to be thankful for. Some of my earliest memories were of packing up, moving out, moving in, starting over… again and again. Money was tight.

Growing up in a poor military family, life didn’t always feel like something to be thankful for. Some of my earliest memories were of packing up, moving out, moving in, starting over… again and again. Money was tight. Tension was high. And like many kids who grow up under pressure, I didn’t always ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking Free From The Mundane Series

Contributed by Mark Adams on Oct 23, 2015

First of a series on Elisha. Sin actually makes life boring. Radical faithfulness to God helps us to break through to a more meaningful way of living.

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prison Break -My Testimony

Contributed by Anthony Stander on May 30, 2020

Who is worthy in this world is the question asked by many people. When I was a young man I asked this question, is there anybody worthy on this earth that I may serve....

PRISON BREAK Rev 5:2 Then I saw a strong angel proclaiming with a loud voice, "Who is worthy to open the scroll and to loose its seals?" Who is worthy in this world is the question asked by many people. When I was a young man I asked this question, is there ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:2

Breaking Out Of Debtor's Prison

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 15, 2002

A biblical widow listened to the advice of Elisha to get out of debt. The techniques that she used can get us out of debt too.

March 18, 2001 2 Kings 4:1-7 “Breaking out of debtor’s prison” INTRODUCTION In the American religion of materialism, there are two words more sacred than any other: "Charge it!" Yet, consider the following two scenarios in evaluating the intelligence of using plastic: 1. Ellin is 30 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Awake For The Dawn Is About To Break!

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 20, 2019

A Study of Romans 13:11-14

Intro: 1. Martin Luther said he only had two days on his calendar— today and "that day." 2. I believe we should all live like that, looking for “that day” when the Lord snatches us out of here, to meet Him in the air. 3. That Day. Trans: Lord willing, this is where we are heading in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Let's Be Good Ground For Jesus

Contributed by Randall Long on Apr 4, 2020

This message uses Jesus' Parable of the Sower to encourage believers to face the obstacles that hinder us from spiritual growth in our lives.

ALL RIGHT, EVERYONE! PAY ATTENTION! THIS IS SOMETHING YOU NEED TO HEAR! Have I aroused your interest? Are you at least curious what I'm about to say that can justify such verbal arm-waving? Will you be upset (or at least disappointed) if I proceed to tell a story about some guy who has a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:3-9, Mark 4:13-20, Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance