Sermons on Capture:

Jeremiah And The Final Days Of Judah Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 5, 2023

Even as Jeremiah tried to prevent the destruction and misery their rebellion had brought, the people only hardened their hearts and stubbornly refused to listen.

May 06, 2023 Jeremiah was born during the reign of Manasseh – Judah’s worst king. When Manasseh’s grandson, Josiah, came to the throne he attempted to undo everything Manasseh had done. He removed the idols from the land, but he couldn’t remove idol worship from the hearts of the people. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 21:8-10, Jeremiah 2:1-9, Jeremiah 4:14-18, Jeremiah 37:1-21, Jeremiah 38:1-28, Jeremiah 39:4-9, Jeremiah 52:12-27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Cost Of Freedom

Contributed by Michael Bolin on Jul 5, 2009

a 4th of July sermon

1st Corinthians 9:19-23 This weekend we celebrated the independence of our nation for the last 233 years. This morning I would like for us to reflect back to that first July 4th and hear the price for freedom explained by Paul Harvey. THEY PAID THE PRICE Americans, you know the 56 men who signed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23

Denomination: United Methodist

Failure Of A Blunt Cutting Edge

Contributed by Wah Lok Ng on Nov 13, 2006

When we are spiritually blunt, we are umproductive. We work hard but produce little results.

FAILURE OF A BLUNT CUTTING EDGE By : Ng Wah Lok Text : 2 Kings 13 :14-21 Introduction. We lose our cutting edge when we become comfortable in our Christian life. Our lives become blunt and ineffective. We drift along instead of aiming for God’s goals. King Joash was such a man. We have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 13:14-21

Denomination: Charismatic

Matthew - The Tax Collector Series

Contributed by Timothy Bokka on Jan 22, 2019

The first book of the New-Testament, The Gospel of Matthew was written by Matthew – The Sinner a.k.a. Matthew - The Tax Collector.

When we turn to Matthew, we turn to the book which may well be called the most important single document of the Christian faith, for, in it, we have the fullest and the most systematic account of the life and the teachings of Jesus. - William Barclay INTRODUCTION Mathew 9:9-13 Often we dwell on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9, Matthew 9:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's All About Jesus (Colossians 2) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 14, 2022

The book of Colossians is all about Jesus! In this five-part series, we'll explore Paul's letter to the Colossian church and come to know Christ better.

It’s all about Jesus: Colossians 2 Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 10/30/2016 How many of you remember that song by Rolling Stones, I Can’t Get No Satisfaction? How many of you can relate to it? Finding satisfaction in life isn’t easy. All around us people are searching for ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian Church

Dwelling In Dagon's Den

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Apr 3, 2005

Although we live in troublesome times, and life seems fragile and irksome, we are not alone in the universe. Greater is He who protects us than the forces of evil around us. Evil may appear to prevail, but God will have the final word.

“Dwelling in Dagon’s Den”, I Samuel 5. Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts I saw a cartoon last week about the popular PBS Antique Road Show. A woman brought in the Ark of the Covenant, and the appraiser gasped, “Where in the world did you get that?!” The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 5:1-12

Denomination: Congregational

Part 3 – Holiness Or Holy-Less Series

Contributed by Bryan Fink on Feb 2, 2009

To encourage believers to become legends of holiness.

[S] Today the Olympics and the race for the gold will come to a close. Thousands of Athletes representing hundreds of countries and millions of fans have gone to Beijing China to compete in the game of all games, the Olympics. World records were shattered and new legends rose to the top. In some ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-32

Denomination: Methodist

A Word Of Damnation

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Sep 15, 2007

Jesus says the words from the cross that we were supposed to say.

Word of damnation – “Father, father, why have you forsaken me?” Damnation – separation from God – alienation An illustration of when you were alone and afraid would be appropriate here We’ve all felt alone or alienated – lost, rift in relationships with family or friends, divorce, lost a loved ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:46

Denomination: Lutheran

National Revival Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 1, 2021

What does revival from spiritual death to life look like when it comes to a whole region or country?

What does revival from spiritual death to life look like when it comes to a whole region or country? 1) Aramean Revival Is God concerned that we treat our enemies well and so bring a revival of good relations? Can God revive even our enemies and thus bring peace? God gave Elisha inside visions ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Joshua Part 2 (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jan 23, 2023

footnotes by biblegateway.com, notes by Marilyn Hickey

Israel Is Defeated at Ai; Conquest of covenant curse 7 But the sons of Israel acted unfaithfully in regard to the things under the ban, for Achan, the son of Carmi, the son of Zabdi, the son of Zerah, from the tribe of Judah, took some of the things under the ban, therefore the anger of the Lord ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

On Guard!

Contributed by Tony Searles on Jun 8, 2002

A message to encourage the saints to guard their hearts...especially taking great care to watch their communication, attention, and behavior. These things, if left unchecked, can lead to drifting from the Lord.

Stand & Read - Proverbs 4:20-27 ?My son, give attention to my words; incline your ear to my sayings. [21] Do not let them depart from your sight; keep them in the midst of your heart. [22] For they are life to those who find them, and health to all their whole body. [23] Watch over your heart ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8, Proverbs 4:20-27

Denomination: Other

Ichabod: Where Is The Glory? Series

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Sep 26, 2023

In the story of "Ichabod: Where is the Glory?" we explore God's presence, human frailty, and His enduring faithfulness. It's a journey from despair to restoration, revealing God's unchanging love.

Ichabod: Where is the Glory? Introduction: In our study of the book of Samuel, we come across a tragic event that signifies the departure of the glory of God from His people. The story of the Ark of the Covenant and its capture by the Philistines reveals the consequences of sin and disobedience. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:19-22, 1 Samuel 2:12-17, Exodus 40:34-35, Psalm 24:7-10, Exodus 25:8, Matthew 18:20, 1 Samuel 3:11-14, Leviticus 10:1-3, Numbers 4:15, 1 Corinthians 11:27-30, 1 Corinthians 2:14-16, 1 Thessalonians 5:21, Exodus 24:16, Exodus 33:22, Exodus 40:34, Psalm 51:11, Revelation 2:4-5, Exodus 25:10-22, Exodus 25:22, Revelation 3:1-3, James 4:7-10, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Acts 3:19, Micah 6:6-8, Romans 12:1, Psalm 42:1-2, John 15:4-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Philistines Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Dec 11, 2025

Israel could not understand why Yahweh had allowed such a defeat, so decided that the only way to guarantee victory would be to be in possession of the Ark of the Covenant, so men were sent to Shiloh…

December 13, 2025 We know that during the time of the Judges, the Ammonites from the east (18 years) and the Philistines from the west (40 years) came against Israel at the same time and were the last nations to harass and invade Israel. Jephthah took care of the Ammonites and lead Israel for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:53-61, Jeremiah 7:9-15

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Where Do You Keep Your God?

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Oct 4, 2008

Have you lost Him? Where is God on your priority list?

Where Do You Keep Your God? Psalm 42:1-3 Warren Keeting tells this story: "There once was a rich man who was near death. He was very grieved because he had worked so hard for his money and he wanted to be able to take it with him to heaven. So he began to pray that he might be able to take some ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-3

Denomination: Church Of God

Invisible Armies

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Nov 4, 2003

Spiritual blindness, its cure, and a challenge for modern Christians.

Invisible Armies II Kings 6:15-17 INTRO.: after the division of the kingdom of Israel into Judah and Israel, the prophet Elisha ministered in the northern kingdom of Israel. Syria, also known as Aram, was a relentless enemy of Israel and conducted raids into Israeli territory. The king of Syria, at ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ