Sermons on Building Blocks:

Standing In The Way Of The Spiritual Progress Of Others Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 18, 2010

This message looks at how we sometimes block the door for spiritual seekers and keep them from finding God.

BIG IDEA: We can point people to God, but we can also stand in their way. - Matthew 23:13. - The idea here is blocking the door or pointing someone in the wrong direction. - This is something we should pause and consider how heartbreaking the image is: someone seeking spiritual truth, someone ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:13

Denomination: Baptist

How To Protect Yourself From Stumbling

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Feb 10, 2014

A small sin can be the cause of a Christian's stumbling block if not dealt with properly. It is like a cancer that grows and destroys our soul in hell. We will learn three ways to protect ourselves from the spread of sin and live a life of holiness.

Matthew 5:29-30 (NIV) 29 If your right eye causes you to stumble, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to be thrown into hell. 30 And if your right hand causes you to stumble, cut it off and throw it away. It is better for you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:29-30

Denomination: Nazarene

The Dangers Of Watching Horror And Violent Media. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 27, 2024

In this sermon, we'll explore the dangers of watching horror and violent media from a biblical perspective.

As believers, we are called to be mindful of the things we allow into our minds and hearts. The media we consume, including movies and TV shows, can have a profound impact on our spiritual well-being. In this sermon, we'll explore the dangers of watching horror and violent media from a biblical ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:27, 1 Thessalonians 5:22

Unmerciful And Unforgiven

Contributed by J Richison on Aug 10, 2017

We must shew forth mercy if we hope to obtain mercy.

Unmerciful and Unforgiven Matthew 5:7 Matthew 6:9-15 During Christ's sermon on the mount a number of key character traits were addressed. He makes a point to deal with commitment, character, and conduct. Each are of dire importance as building blocks in the life of a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7, Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Believers Fire Test

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on May 5, 2021

Every believers work on earth will be tested at the appearing of our Lord and Saviour. Whatever is built on the foundation of Christ will be tested by fire.

TEXT: 1 CORINTHIANS 3:11-15 "For other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ. Now if any man build upon this foundation gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, stubble; Every man's work shall be made manifest: for the day shall declare it, because it shall be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:11-15, Isaiah 28:16, Ephesians 2:20-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living In Light Of The Future Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 29, 2003

The certainty of the Lord’s return should cause us to grow in holy living. His promises will come true. (a continuation of Making a Marathon Marriage)

Living in Light of the Future As I mentioned last week, because of the depth of practical help for “Making a Marathon Marriage” in Malachi 2, I want to take some extra time this morning to lay out six building blocks of marriage. We’ll conclude by getting back on track with our outline next ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Footprints Of God In Creation Series

Contributed by Robert Faatoia-Collins on Nov 17, 2000

For Every House That Was Builded By Some Man, But He That Build Everything Is GOD.

key text:Acts 14:15-17 Illustration:story of Moses and the ten plague in Egypt, seen is believing, Thomas touch and believe, Mary and Martha believe in Jesus he is the resurrection. 3 parts: 1. Footprints of God in the Earth. Jop 12:7-10."Ask the beast, fowls, fishes they will teach you" ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:15-17, Hebrews 3:4

Denomination: Adventist

The Great Builder

Contributed by Joe Rowland on May 10, 2004

God not only builds lives; He also builds churches and people.

The Great Builder HEBREWS 3: 1-11 (NAS) 1. Therefore, holy brethren, partakers of a heavenly calling, consider Jesus, the Apostle and high priest of our confession. 2. He was faithful to him who appointed him, as Moses in all his house. 3. For he has been counted worthy of more glory than Moses, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Textures Of The Church Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jul 31, 2018

Texture means the surface or the exterior of the building. We can also say the outdoor walls, outside of the building look. Church is a building as well as people. Building is the place where people gathered for church.

Topic: Textures of the Church Text: Ephesians 4:1-16 Introduction: When we develop a garden, we buy varieties of flora plants. We expect different colour flowers. In your fish tank you would like to see different colourful fish. Likewise, God placed us in the Church with varieties of textures. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

The Table-Flipper Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 27, 2025

Jesus confronts anything that blocks true worship, clears space for outsiders to encounter God, and invites wholehearted praise that honors the Father.

INTRODUCTION Palm Sunday tends to paint a very specific picture in our minds. Children waving palm branches. A gentle Jesus seated on a humble donkey, smiling, receiving cheers like a beloved hometown hero. We imagine sunshine, hope in the air, families lining the streets. It feels like the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-18, Isaiah 56:7, Psalm 29:2, John 4:23-24, Romans 12:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Fear Of The Lord Is The Beginning Of Wisdom

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 28, 2006

Pentecost 15(C) - The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: Knowing the Lord is to fear him and this fear is only the beginning.

THE FEAR OF THE LORD IS THE BEGINNING OF WISDOM September 17, 2006 - PENTECOST 15 - Proverbs 9:8-12 * * * * * * * * * Dearest Fellow-Redeemed and Saints in the Lord: No one likes to be called a dummy or considered stupid. The fact is our society places a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:8-12

Denomination: Lutheran

His Glorious Church

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on May 16, 2008

A sermon on what the Lord will do with a church that He is the Lord of.

HIS Glorious Church 1 Peter 2:1-12 SELECTED READING 1 PETER 1:13-16 INTRO- LAST WEEK WE LOOKED AT PENTECOST- THE HOLY SPIRIT COMING AND FILLING BELIEVERS. WE SAW HOW MUCH ALL OF US NEED TO BE FILLED AND REFILLED. HOW MUCH WE NEED MORE OF ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

1 Kings Part 2 (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Aug 20, 2023

The Building of the Temple

The Building of the Temple (One cubit equals approx 18 in.) 6:1 Now it came about in the four hundred and eightieth year after the sons of Israel came out of the land of Egypt, in the fourth year of Solomon’s reign over Israel, in the month of Ziv which is the second month, that he [a]began to ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

How To Live A Joy Filled Life

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 4, 2005

Joy is one of the characteristics that the world lacks and Christians who possess joy have the potential of a strong witness in the world.

Acts 3:1-10 “How To Live A Joy Filled Life” INTRODUCTION What is the difference between joy and excitement? When we become excited, are emotions are stimulated from outside of us. When we experience joy, we have an intense pleasurable emotion that is inwardly motivated. Joy is one of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Hope

Contributed by Shawn Malloy on Dec 14, 2008

A dramatic Series on Hope, Faith, and Love

Hope Today we will continue our Faith, Hope and Love series. Last week we touched on Faith and today we shall go into Hope. We will be making some references back to Faith because without it you cannot have hope. Hope – n. – Favorable and confident expectation (Romans 8:24-25) Hope – v. – To hope, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:24-25

Denomination: Christian Church