Sermons on Broken World:

What Caused The Wise Men To ‘leave-It-All?’

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 7, 2024

The Wise Men were the ultimate seekers after Jesus. They left their businesses, their families, their reputations, and risked their lives to honor the Christ-child. The very night after their visit, the holy Family had to flee Herod. What timing!

WHAT CAUSED THE WISE MEN TO ‘LEAVE-IT-ALL?’ Mt. 2:1-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: 1. A lady was sitting in traffic. A man was standing nearby holding a sign asking for money. She rolled down her window and said, “Sir, I’m going to give you this dollar, not because you deserve it, but because it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Do You Want To Be Pardoned?

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Dec 10, 2023

In our legal system and specifically regarding our system of incarceration of criminals we have a means of exempting a guilty person from punishment for the crimes they have committed.

“Wash yourselves, make yourselves clean; Put away the evil of your doings from before My eyes. Cease to do evil, Learn to do good; Seek justice, Rebuke the oppressor; Defend the fatherless, Plead for the widow. “Come now, and let us reason together,” Says the Lord, “Though your sins are like ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:16-20, Matthew 6:1-6, 1 Samuel 12:24, Psalm 25:5, John 1:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why?

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Dec 15, 2023

We tend to look at the troubles in our lives and ask why me, why does God hate me? Don't ask why, but ask what God is doing to make me better.

The story has been told of a museum guide who would take his tour group to a darkened room, shined a light on a mass of string, color, and apparent chaos and ask the group. “What do you think this is?” “I don’t know,” was the reply of the group. The guide would then say. “Stand over there and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-26, Romans 8:35-39, James 1:2-4, Hebrews 12:5-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Transfiguration Pt.3: Listen Exclusively - Mark 9:4-8 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 24, 2023

If you are a believer, Jesus Christ is speaking to you every day. But whether his voice gets through depends on how you listen. These messages on the Transfiguration give insight into how to become a better listener.

Mark 9:1 And he said to them, "I tell you the truth, some who are standing here will not taste death before they see the kingdom of God come with power." 2 After six days Jesus took Peter, James and John with him and led them up a high mountain, where they were all alone. There he was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:4-8, Matthew 17:1-6, Luke 9:28-35

A New Year’s Examination

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Jan 10, 2024

With a new year comes a time for self-examination of your life and your relationship with Jesus Christ. Have you ghosted Him? Have you friend zoned Him? Or do you have a loving relationship with Him?

It is our tradition in this church, as well as many others, to share the ordinance of the Lord’s Supper on the first Sunday of the month. Paul’s admonition to the Corinthian Christians is especially appropriate as one begins a new year: “Let a man examine himself.” Being that this is the first ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:27-32, Ephesians 5:8-16, Psalm 139:23-24, James 4:13-15, Philippians 3:13-14, Deuteronomy 11:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Outline Of Acts 22

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jan 13, 2024

Acts 22 has two sections. The first 2/3 covers Paul's testimony or speech to the crowd (who had just tried to kill him!); the last 1/3 describes Paul's first several hours in the Roman barracks.

Introduction: This chapter continues the events of Chapter 21. In the first section, (verses 1-21) Paul makes a defense or gives a testimony of what he had been before and after he met Jesus. The last section describes Paul’s treatment at the hands of the crowd and, fortunately, the Romans who took ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Walking With Christ In Turbulent Times. Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jan 19, 2024

Peter wrote to the scattered and persecuted Christians throughout a vast area. Peter is writing as a fellow sufferer. Peter probably wrote this book from Roman imprisonment.

The sixties were very turbulent times. I was born in 1961, but I am not talking about those sixties. I am talking about AD 61 to AD 70. It is the context, and it sets the stage for what Peter wrote and to whom Peter wrote in his books. Peter wrote his first book 1 Peter in about 63AD and this book ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Why The Bible? Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Feb 3, 2024

A look into the fall and the need for the redemption of humanity. Why we have God's word.

So why the Bible? Series Deep Dive. The purpose of the Bible is to encourage all of humanity to have a right relationship with God and one another. The writing of Bible was inspired by God to inform us of the need for repentance and redemption. God wants us to be justified to be in close ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1, Genesis 3:11, Genesis 3:12, Genesis 4:7

Denomination: Salvation Army

Accusations, Denial, Stealing From God

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 9, 2024

THE EIGHT COMMANDMENT IS THOU SHALT NOT STEAL. There are 3 things that we steal from God. Giving, The battle, revenge... Stealing may cost dearly?

ACCUSATIONS, DENIALS: STEAL, ROBBERY. (THREE THINGS) By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) (2 or 3 part lesson) What a sick world: I just read where a man stabbed his girlfriend to death over dicing onions? Wow? YES, THIS LESSON IS ABOUT GIVING ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15, Leviticus 19:11, Malachi 3:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Purah: The Gift Of Encouragement

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 14, 2024

Gideon delivered the Israelites from the Midianites, but he would never have done it without the encouragement of his servant Purah. Leaders and churches today need a host of Purahs to help us succeed.

PURAH: THE GIFT OF ENCOURAGEMENT Judges 7:10-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A lady walked by a pet store. A talking bird at an open window looked at her and squawked, “Hey Lady! You’re ugly!” She harrumphed & went on. Next day she passed by again and the bird said again, “Hey Lady! You’re ...read more

Scripture: Judges 7:10-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

For Growing Love Series

Contributed by Scott Jewell on Feb 18, 2024

Paul's love for the church of Philippi motivated his prayers for them. What does this demonstrate for us as we pray for our churches today?

This past Wednesday, we celebrated Valentine’s Day. So it seems appropriate that we talk about a prayer about growing love since the idea of love is on people’s minds. I had to chuckle when I saw this meme on Facebook and shared it with someone who had posted to see if anyone would like ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pray Biblically Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 4, 2024

Pray the Bible (Material adapted from Bob Hostetler's book, the Red Letter Prayer Life; chapter 16 of the same title)

HoHum: Can we do a series on prayer? Well, I’ll pray about it. Bob Hostetler found himself praying about if he should help with a new product called the Prayer Bible. Bob accepted the writing assignment. Bob spent the next 2 months reading and praying through the last half of the OT, from Job ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:46, Luke 23:46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Theology Of Biblical Revival

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Sep 14, 2024

What does the scripture say about real revival.

The Theology of Biblical Revival Psalms 85:1-13 1 (To the chief Musician, A Psalm for the sons of Korah.) LORD, thou hast been favourable unto thy land: thou hast brought back the captivity of Jacob. 2 Thou hast forgiven the iniquity of thy people, thou hast covered all their sin. Selah. 3 Thou ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Elijah, The First Encounters Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Sep 17, 2024

Elijah is one of the most well-known people in the Bible. This message speaks about the very early part of his ministry. Oh that the LORD would raise up more Elijahs these days!

Introduction: Elijah, the prophet. He was and is one of the most well-known men in the Bible. He seemed to come out of nowhere, and eventually was one of only two people (so far) to go to Heaven but never died! But like most people, Elijah had a lot to endure before he began his ministry. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

"prepping Us For The Road Ahead" Series

Contributed by John Bright on May 12, 2023

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. This is my sermon for Mothers Day 2023

"Prepping Us for the Road Ahead" Luke 17:1-10 A sermon for 5/14/23 – Sixth Sunday of Easter Pastor John Bright Luke 17 “1 Jesus said to his disciples, “Stumbling blocks are sure to come, but woe to the one through whom they come! 2 It would be better for him to have a millstone tied ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-10, 2 Timothy 1:5, Matthew 6:12, Mark 11:25, Ephesians 4:32, Colossians 3:13, James 4:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist