Sermons on Cast Off:

Jesus Predicts His Death Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 12, 2021

Think of it: Jesus marshaled no army and He carried no weapon. Jesus never used His miraculous powers to throw the Pharisees off the nearest cliff. Yet, the threat of Jesus was so great, He often made enemies into allies:

A New York Times editorial claims that America’s views on the death penalty are changing. 35 people were put to death in 2014 which was the fewest in 20 years. And 2014 marked a nearly 40 year low in the number of new criminals placed on death row. While the method of execution may have changed, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:7-9, Luke 13:31-35

Denomination: Baptist

#38 Ministering In The Valley Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Feb 22, 2021

When Peter, James and John were up with Jesus experiencing the Transfiguration, what were the other 9 disciples doing? They were down in the valley ministering in Jesus’ name…unsuccessfully. This sermon examines why they were unsuccessful in healing and casting out a demon from a man’s son.

#38 Ministering in the Valley Series: Mark Chuck Sligh February 21, 2021 NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives TEXT: ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon "Do-Over" - Satisfaction Guaranteed?

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Feb 22, 2015

Since 2002 I have undergone a complete theological transformation and many of the sermons posted here from my earlier days in the ministry are; to put it nicely, “A little off.” This series is an attempt to remedy this situation.

21, March 2004 22 February, 2015 Dakota Community Church Satisfaction Guaranteed Sermon “Do-Over” Introduction: Jesus promised abundant life. This sermon heads off the rails even before we get out of the gate with a wrong foundational premise. What is Jesus talking about in John ...read more

Denomination: Mennonite

It's Time To .....

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 19, 2004

This Wednesday Evening Message deals with the need for vigilance as the coming of Christ approaches, and our own personal preparation in anticipation of the coming of Christ.

IT’S TIME TO …. Romans 13:11-14 INTRODUCTION: Paul continues to teach the church at Rome. He now moves into eschatological matters dealing with the coming of the Lord and our preparation for this event. Today is a critical time for the church. There is an evident complacency in the body of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Loose Him And Let Him Go

Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Jan 5, 2004

LOOSE HIM AND LET HIM GO

LOOSE HIM AND LET HIM GO HOMEGOING SERVICE FOR SIS SARAH JOHNSON JOHN 11: THE SUFFERING OF PAIN IS OLDER THAN JOB. THE PROBLEM OF HUMAN SUFFERING IS AS OLD AS HUMAN LIFE ITSELF. WHY ALL OF THIS SUFFERING? IS THE QUESTION OF MANY ACHING HEARTS. I BELIEVE TO ALL, SUFFERING SEEMS TO BE ...read more

Scripture: John 11:44

Denomination: Baptist

A Clear Vision For 2010

Contributed by Laren Whaley on Jan 16, 2010

As we enter into the into this New Year we need a clear vision and understanding of God’s Word in order to live a victorious Christian life. Although the KJV is a popular translation of this verse: the NKJV and other translation are more true to the origi

Proverbs 29:18 (KJV) 18Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he. As we enter into the into this new year we need a clear vision and understanding of God’s Word in order to live a victorious Christian life. Although the KJV is a popular translation ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Church Of God

A Shepherd Oracle

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 11, 2016

Bad shepherds versus the Righteous Branch.

A SHEPHERD ORACLE. Jeremiah 23:1-6. Peter writes to the elders of the church, ‘Shepherd the flock of God, exercising oversight… not as exercising lordship over them, but being examples to the flock. And when the Chief Shepherd has been manifested, you shall receive the unfading crown of glory’ ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Offering Of Excuses

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 2, 2002

Offering excuses will never make better people.

WHAT EXCUSE DO YOU HAVE FOR MAKING EXCUSES? Luke 14:18 And they all with one consent began to make excuses. Rom. 1:20... so that they are without excuse. Define excuse: to make apology, try to remove blame, to let off from doing, pass the fault, justify. It is our enemy best interest to have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:16-20, Romans 1:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Excusing Excuses?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 23, 2002

We ponder the idea of excuses hindering God’s plan.

EXCUSE EXCUSES By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Luke 14:16-20. They all with one consent began to make excuse WHAT EXCUSE DO YOU HAVE FOR MAKING EXCUSES? Define excuse: to make apology, try to remove blame, to let off from doing, pass the fault, justify. It is our enemy ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Great Expectations

Contributed by Craig Benner on Nov 14, 2010

Tell the devil to get off your back. Yes, times are rough and the trials are many, but we have a God who is always thinking about us and we must anticipate the good things He wants to send our way.

YOU CAN GET THERE FROM HERE GREAT EXPECTATIONS Expectation is similiar to hope and faith, yet unique. Examples: the crowds who came together to see Jesus Jeremiah 29:10,11 10 For thus saith the LORD, That after seventy years be accomplished at Babylon I will visit you, and perform my good word ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:10-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

It's Time

Contributed by Chad Ballard on Jan 31, 2002

Can America be great again?

IT’S TIME! Romans 13:11-14, Isaiah 5:20, Psalm 80:7,17-19 By Chad H. Ballard Introduction Church, some of you may have noticed that I haven’t preached a word about the events of September 11, since the Sunday following those events. That is not because I didn’t have anything to say. I always ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

True Love Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Sep 15, 2021

Valentine's Day: Human beings have distorted the meaning of love. Some of the distortions about love are that love is purely physical, or that love is only a temporary state. These interpretations about love are way off base.

The Greek writer Lucian who lived from 120-200 A.D. made an observation about Christians. He said, “It is incredible to see the fervor with which the people of that religion help each other in their wants. They spare nothing. Their first [leader, Jesus], has put it into their heads that they are ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Baptist

End Time Scoffers

Contributed by Glen Spencer on Nov 19, 2023

In chapter two, Peter spelled out the character of false teachers and the futility of their teaching. Now in chapter three Peter deals with the second coming of Jesus Christ and the end of the world. He starts off by warning us of the end-time scoffers.

THE SAINTS REALITY Regardless of whether we like it or not, the reality is that there’s a lot of false teaching out there today. These false teachers refuse to heed the word of God, repent and trust Christ. Peter describes these false teachers and their followers as last days scoffers ... (2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Shield Of Faith Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 26, 2021

As Christians, we are engaged in daily spiritual warfare. Heaven has not left us to fend off attacks under our own power, but has provided powerful spiritual resources for Life in the Combat Zone - The Armor of God

June 20, 2020 With the Belt of Truth holding everything together – the Breastplate of Righteousness protecting our hearts – and the Shoes of Gospel Peace laced up, let’s move to the 4th piece of combat gear – The Shield of Faith. Why is Faith found in the position of “The Shield”? 2 types of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-16

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Not A Time For Sleeping

Contributed by Craig Benner on Jul 27, 2024

We are all wore out. Life drains us. The continual attacks of the enemy take our strength. But through it all, we must stay awake spiritually.

Not Time for Sleeping Romans 13:11,12 11 ¶ And that, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed. 12 The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11, Romans 13:12

Denomination: Pentecostal