Sermons on Broken Cisterns:

No U-Turns Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 28, 2009

This is the 4th sermon in the series "Pot Holes". Should we quit and turn around?

Sunday Morning July 26, 2009 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: Pot Holes [#4] NO U-TURNS 1 Samuel 13:1-23 Introduction: Have you ever been going somewhere and the road is so bumpy and full of potholes that you have to stop? What do you do? Do you keep maneuvering your way to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Let The Spirit Lead You As He Did With Joseph

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 24, 2005

Failure to be aware of how the Holy Spirit is leading us is an indication of our need to grow in enlightenment, discernment and spiritual resonance with the voice of the Spirit of God. Joseph is a good example of one who overlooked the short term persp

How The Holy Spirit Can Lead You as He Led Joseph Genesis 37:5-37:38 Too many of us fail to grow in our sensitivity to the leading of the Holy Spirit. As a result, disappointments are allowed to develop into discouragement that eventuate in depression. Failure to be aware of how the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:5-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Don't Want To Suffer Anymore

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jan 31, 2008

We want two things when we suffer; for the suffering to stop, and for it to stop now. But the Bible has a different perspective

Passage: James 5:7-12 Intro: 1. the typical and understandable response to suffering is to end it. Il) see suffering, we want to alleviate it, rescue the cat in the tree, the puppies stuck in the drainpipe, the horse that has fallen through the ice. ` 2. James in this passage is not ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-12

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Just Like Me

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 2, 2019

A recent article by Dave Butts prompted this sermon, reminding us that the heroes of faith were just like us in many ways.

1. [My Prayer Story @ the Rocket Club Meeting in Huntsville, AL I was seated with Medal of Honor Winner, Generals, and High Dignitaries; Heroes –seem larger than life 2. Everyday Heroes • Consider Dave Sanders, the school teacher shot to death while trying to shield his students from two youth on a ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ordained To Be A Prophet

Contributed by William Baeta on Feb 2, 2013

“I knew you before I formed you in your mother’s womb. Before you were born I set you apart and appointed you as my prophet to the nations” Jer. 1:5.

Theme: Ordained to be a prophet Text: Jer. 1:4-10; 1 Cor. 13:1-12; Lk. 4:22-30 It is God’s desire that His people prophesy. His desire came to pass on the Day of Pentecost when Joel’s prophesy was fulfilled. “I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:22-30, 1 Peter 4:3

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Character Study Of Jeremiah Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 23, 2025

Jeremiah remained faithful to his prophetic calling despite suffering and rejection. His life demonstrated deep love for his people, warning of judgment for sin while also revealing God’s mercy and faithfulness.

CHARACTER STUDY OF JEREMIAH – THE WEEPING PROPHET By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 1:5 "Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations."  Supporting ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:5, Jeremiah 20:7-9, Jeremiah 29:11, Lamentations 3:22-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Parable Of The Wedding Banquet PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2023

God's love and invitation to His kingdom is extended to all, but we must understand and be willing to pay the cost of following Jesus, and share His love with everyone, regardless of their past.

Good morning, family. Today, we're diving into a remarkable passage from the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 22, verses 1-14. Our theme today is God's invitation to all, counting the cost of following Jesus, and the parable of the wedding banquet. This powerful message reminds us of God's ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Topics: Commitment, Faith

The Fullness Of The Blessing

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Feb 7, 2026

This sermon proclaims that true spiritual confidence relies not on favorable circumstances, but on the absolute certainty that the Gospel of Jesus Christ always provides a complete and overflowing blessing.

I. Introduction: The Assurance of the Saints We live in an age of uncertainty. We say, "I hope so," or "maybe," or "if all goes well." But the Apostle Paul, writing to the church in Rome—a city he had never visited but longed to see—speaks with a divine confidence. He ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:29

Denomination: Baptist

The Ark Of Safety

Contributed by Wallace Phillips on Sep 7, 2006

An end-time message on the life of Noah and his preparation for the flood.

The Ark of Safety INTRO: I am beginning, this morning, the first of a 3-part series on the End-Time Harvest. And in doing so I’d like to ask simply a few questions to spur you on to spiritual thought…about yourself – Where are you on your journey with God? What is going on in your life ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Be Patient! Stand Firm! Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Sep 28, 2005

12th in series on James. Here, he tells us how to respond correctly when we are treated unjustly. He suggests four specific attitudes - two we should adopt and two we should avoid.

How do you cope with the pressure of hurtful situations? In a former pastorate I had a week when I met one day with a young father whose family has disintegrated through a divorce he did not want. On that Monday I listened to the director of the local child treatment center tell of their work with ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-12

Pit-Stops In Life Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Apr 3, 2007

Genesis 37 reveals the "pit-stops" Joseph had to make in his journey from boyhood to manhood

Genesis Series # 6 CHCC: March 4, 2007 Pit Stops in Life Genesis 37 INTRODUCTION: I’m glad we’re doing a series on the book of Genesis. It’s an incredible book. Genesis is God introducing Himself. It’s not just a book of philosophy or theology … it’s a book of true stories about real ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ash Wednesday: A Confession

Contributed by Jebryan Reiter on Feb 27, 2017

An Ash Wednesday Sermon focusing on sin, confession, repentance and mortality

Ash Wednesday: A Confession “Return to me, says the Lord, with all your heart, with fasting, with weeping, and with mourning, and rend your hearts and not your garments. Return to the Lord your God, for He is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love.” (Joel ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:12-13, Joel 3:17-19

Denomination: *other

Drawing In The Sand

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Dec 4, 2011

When we say that someone crosses the line is because they have start behaving in a way that is not acceptable. If someone tells a vulgar joke in a place or occasion that is not appropriate you may say that that person crossed the line. Crossing the line i

If you draw a line in the sand, you establish a limit beyond which things will be unacceptable. The idea is that you establish a line that shouldn't be crossed or there will be severe consequences. It is easy to cross that line since there is not a physical barrier that would keep you from crossing ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Book Of Lamentations – Part 30 – These Two Verses Look At God’s Protecting Anger Against Those Who Persecute His Own Believers - Chapter 3:65-66 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 1, 2025

If one opposes God’s own people, he comes under the judgment and curse of God. What does it mean, “God hardens the heart?” Let us examine what the CURSE of God means and trace some of the mentions. God’s anger was/is/will be displayed against persecutors and mockers. Grace considered.

THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 30 – THESE TWO VERSES LOOK AT GOD’S PROTECTING ANGER AGAINST THOSE WHO PERSECUTE HIS OWN BELIEVERS - CHAPTER 3:65-66 Now we conclude Chapter 3 with the last two verses. They are God’s response to the wicked and the mockers. It is a dangerous thing to be opposed ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:65, Exodus 7:3, Ecclesiastes 12:1, Ecclesiastes 12:6-7, Genesis 3:14, Genesis 3:17-19, Genesis 4:11-13, Genesis 12:2-3, Genesis 27:29, Leviticus 19:14, Leviticus 20:9, Leviticus 24:11-15, Deuteronomy 28:15-19, Galatians 3:13, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Lamentations 3:66, 2 Samuel 9:3-5, Hebrews 10:31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Grounds For Divorce

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 28, 2023

God’s love song to Israel turned into the opening argument in a divorce court. Don't let that happen to you.

Lawsuits are very much in the news nowadays, especially in our nation’s capital. People are suing each other for every reason you can imagine, even over political and religious differences. You can’t keep track of who’s accusing whom of what without a score card, and even that has to be updated ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 5:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed