Sermons on Built Up:

Are You Being Consistent?

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Oct 4, 2018

Sometimes it seems that the time it takes to get our prayers answered is much longer than we anticipated. So we begin to faint in our minds. This message is about not giving up when you are not seeing the results.

Please turn to Mark 4. Smith Wigglesworth was asked how is it that you walk in so much faith? So the three verses we’re going to read in Mark 4 was his response to anyone who asked him that question. Mark 4:26-28 is a continuation of Jesus’ teaching about the sower who sows the word. (26) And he ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7, Isaiah 65:18-24, Isaiah 55:10-12, Isaiah 46:9-11, Isaiah 44:24-26, Genesis 8:15-22, Mark 11:22-24, Matthew 13:23, Mark 4:20, Mark 4:13, Mark 4:3, Mark 4:26-28, Matthew 21:18-22, Luke 8:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What In The World Are We Going To Do?

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Aug 30, 2015

A challenge to our church (a military church) to step up to the plate to serve God after a difficult "PCS move" (Permanent Change of Station). Can be adapted used as a challenge to any church to motivate people to serve.

What in the World Are We Going to Do? Chuck Sligh August 30, 2015 TEXT: Please turn to Isaiah 26 INTRODUCTION A year ago we had just elected 5 deacons; volunteers were plentiful; and there was no shortage of people saying, “Here am I Lord, use me.” This year, in April and May we lost ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:4

Denomination: Baptist

The Muslim Maze, Pt. 4

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Nov 29, 2004

This series could be summed up this way...Jesus raised the dead and Mohammad killed the living. Jesus healed the sick and Mohammad harmed the healthy. Jesus released the oppressed and Mohammad enslaved the free! And it’s still happening today!

“The Muslim Maze”, Pt. 4 Matthew 7:15-20 I just want to go on record as saying again; these 4 weeks have not been a Muslim bashing with hate. But rather it’s been an Islamic exposing with truth. Last week we covered some good ground in order to search out the facts about Islam. Just think for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

1 Shattered Commitments Series

Contributed by Roberta Karchner on Feb 21, 2020

Here in Lent we explore stones. We begin today with the shattering of the commitment between God and God's people. Let us take up our stones and walk to the freedom of Easter and the rolling back of the stone.

Exodus 32 =:1--24 NRSV When the people saw that Moses delayed to come down from the mountain, the people gathered around Aaron, and said to him, “Come, make gods for us, who shall go before us; as for this Moses, the man who brought us up out of the land of Egypt, we do not know what has become of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-24, Exodus 19:5-7, Exodus 20:1-21, Psalm 62:1-2, Exodus 31:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Five Thanksgiving Commands From Pslam 100 Series

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Nov 29, 2022

It is not uncommon to compile wish lists at Christmas, and draw up a list of resolutions at New Years. But there is another list we often overlook – a Thanksgiving Day list of all for which we should be thankful. And it is not too late to do that.

Alba 11-24-13 (Revised 11-27-2022) FIVE THANKSGIVING COMMANDS FROM PSALM 100 This month I have been sharing with you a series of sermons about Thanksgiving. I thought about calling them “Thanksgiving By the Numbers”. The messages have had the following titles: Three Marks of a Thankful ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"I Know That My Redeemer Lives…”

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 1, 2020

During his terrible trials, Job became conscious, by way of revelation, that he had always had a heavenly friend in heaven who would stand up for him, and be his Advocate and Intercessor. It was the Preincarnate Jesus, his Redeemer!

“I KNOW THAT MY REDEEMER LIVES…” Job 19:25 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Humor about Pastors 1. RENEGADE SONG LEADER a. Having just preached a passionate sermon on the dangers gossip and tale-bearing, the pastor turned over the pulpit to the song leader for the closing hymn. b. The song ...read more

Scripture: Job 19:25, Job 16:19-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Gives Righteousness

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 11, 2011

PENTECOST 13 (A) - Our gracious God gives righteousness both to enjoy and also to share.

GOD GIVES RIGHTEOUSNESS (Outline) August 22, 2010 - Pentecost 13 - ISAIAH 56:1,6-8 INTRO: Human beings have a certain need to belong. In our day and age we have all sorts of groups and organizations, clubs and societies that one can join to fulfill that sense of belonging. But even ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

The Paths Of Righteousness Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 2, 2021

In every issue of life the believer has only one question to answer to determine the will of God, and that is, what is right and just? Not, what is the majority for, or what is best for the majority, or what is best for me and my group, but what is just?

A study of God's nature as just and righteous leads to the conclusion that one of our popular explanations of things is not true. We have all heard the saying that God loves the sinner but hates the sin. It sounds good and seems to be a helpful way of explaining God's attitude to man. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:8-9

The Priority Of God's Kingdom

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 14, 2010

GOD HAS MADE IT QUITE CLEAR WHAT HE WANTS US TO KNOW, AND HOW HE EXPECTS US TO ACT AS HIS AMBASSADORS IN THIS WORLD UNTIL HE COMES. THE PASSAGE IN FRONT OF US TODAY IS EXACTLY THE KIND OF CLARITY WE CAN EXPECT OF OUR CREATOR, SAVIOR AND LORD. IN PLAIN W

THE PRIORITY OF GOD’S KINGDOM Matthew 6:33 (NIV) But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. PROPOSITION: THAT WE WOULD SEEK GOD FIRST IN ORDER TO WORRY LESS AND TESTIFY TO THE WORLD OF THE TRUE PLACE OF CHRIST IN OUR ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Baptist

Core The Making Of A Healthy Church Series

Contributed by Terry Jones on Jan 15, 2009

In this focus on developing a healthy church, Pastor Terry begins a series focused on developing CORE within the Body. What is CORE? Check it out.

2009, I believe, is going to be one of the most interesting years for the Church, and for the individual members of the Body of Christ. I don’t get into these internet “prophets” as a general rule, but I have been particularly interested in what some have had to say regarding the current and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On Diffidence

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 9, 2022

Diffidence is defined as modesty or shyness resulting from a lack of self-confidence.

John Balguy, an English divine and philosopher once remarked: “Whoever is wise is apt to suspect and be diffident of himself, and upon that account is willing to "hearken unto counsel,” whereas the foolish man, being in proportion to his folly full of himself, and swallowed up in conceit, will ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:16, 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12, Colossians 4:5, Philippians 4:13

Sermon On The Eye Of The Storm

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 1, 2024

Storms in life, whether they be meteorological or personal, frequently materialize in today’s world.

Ralph Waldo Emerson, an American essayist once remarked: “Say thank you! I want to hear you say it now. Out loud. 'Thank you.' You're saying thank you because your faith is so strong that you don't doubt that whatever the problem, you'll get through it. You're saying thank ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33, Proverbs 3:5-6, Proverbs 10:25, Psalm 50:15

Having Good Roots

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 15, 2022

What is having good roots? Is it being well grounded? Is it to have a firm foundation? Is it how they were raised as children? Some people talk about having good roots but their actions counter to what they say.

God does not pass judgment on individuals based on race, sex, or national origin. His judgment of them is based on their trust in Him, their obedience, and their reaction to His will. The individuals who tenaciously work or attempt to comply with God’s will resemble vigorous, fruit­ bearing ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Challenge Of Observing A Holy Lent

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Feb 9, 2021

How do we understand Pauls words to the Church in Corinth, and the Transfiguration as we stand at the cusp of Lent. This sermon looks to focus our thoughts and actions as we enter this Holy season

In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. Today we stand on the cusp of Lent, in only three days’ time we will gather again as we receive our ashing and commit ourselves to living a Holy Lent. But for some, perhaps even some who are joining us for worship this morning, there will ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:3-6, Mark 9:2-9

Denomination: Anglican

The Walls Are Gone Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 9, 2015

Jesus tore down walls to unify us and welcome us to the presence of God.

The Walls are Gone Ephesians 2:13-22 Ill. From our earliest moments, we tend to focus on differences. There is a story about two apples in a tree. One of them said, “Look at those humans. They find reasons to hate and fight each other over everything.They are stealing, killing, going to war, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:13-22

Denomination: Baptist