Sermons on Chalk Beds:

Is Your Faith Alive? Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 17, 2022

Based on James 2:14-26 - Sermon encourages congregation to consider the characteristics of a living faith.

“IS YOUR FAITH ALIVE?” James 2:14-26 FBCF – 10/16/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – Sermon bump video (https://www.sermoncentral.com/church-media-preaching-sermons/sermon-video-illustrations/book-of-james-10149-detail) Continue our series in book of James – “Faith that Works.” So far, we’ve talked ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Sign Of Immanuel

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 30, 2022

The situation of Ahaz was impossible, but God guaranteed deliverance through a miracle Child, who was no ordinary child, but “God with us!” This same Child promises US deliverance if we trust in Him and seek Him in prayer.

THE SIGN OF IMMANUEL Isa. 7:1-8:10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Judy Moore and her family sat down at the dinner table. On the menu was leftovers. As they were saying grace, the mother, Judy, noticed that her youngest son wasn’t joining in. Afterward, she asked him why. 2. His response: “Because ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Subdue Your Enemies

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 6, 2022

Subduing your enemies has nothing to do with your enemies -- it requires us to get victory over ourselves. The 2 keys are to listen to God and follow His ways. If we do those, our enemies will automatically be subdued before us!

HOW TO SUBDUE YOUR ENEMIES Ps. 81:13-14 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Hating Your Enemies 1. The author of the famous tract, “Come To Jesus,” became embroiled in a theological dispute. He finally wrote a reply to his opponent, filled with sarcasm and invective, sharp and cutting as a razor. 2. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 81:13-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

No More Excuses

Contributed by Ethel Lamazon on Feb 4, 2022

When God is getting ready to move you to another level, He also wants to remove all hindrances, the setbacks all the excuses that keeps you bound

John 5 vs 6-8 No more excuses 6 When Jesus saw him lying there, and knew that he already had been in that condition a long time, He said to him, “Do you want to be made well?” 7 The sick man answered Him, “Sir, I have no man to put me into the pool when the water is stirred up; but while I am ...read more

Scripture: John 5:6-8

Genesis 48

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Aug 20, 2022

NASB

Wesley’s Explanatory Notes, www.biblemaster.com In this chapter Jacob's dying words are recorded, because he speaks by a spirit of prophecy; Abraham's and Isaac's are not. God's gifts and graces shine forth much more in some than in others upon their death-beds. I. Joseph ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

By His Stripes-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 16, 2019

1 of ? The prophet Isaiah declared a future time when God’s Servant would provide the remedy for sin. Jesus is God’s remedy for sin. By His stripes I receive His...

BY HIS STRIPES--I—Isaiah 52:13—53:1-12 OR: God’s Remedy For Sin Attention: Beware of Curare: In 1799 the famous Prussian explorer and scientist Baron Von Humboldt discovered a potent drug called curare. On an expedition into the jungles of Venezuela, he watched an Indian hunter bring down a large ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:13

Denomination: Baptist

Discipline From Three Perspectives

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Nov 14, 2021

Discipline is a fact of life. It isn't easy and it always hurts. We must hold on to God and believe that we will make it.

Discipline by Joe M. Cherry I. Introduction – Discipline from Three Different Angles A. Text: Heb. 12:1-13 1. Preface text with Chapter 11 overview. a. It is the Chapter of faith b. It chronicles a list of Biblical Who’s Who and how they relied on faith in hard and unknowing ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Cherishing The Gift Of Life

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 18, 2021

Prepare your hearts to meet the Babe lying in the manger. Throw off the shackles of sin and chaos and draw nearer to your Lord through confession and sacrificial living so that you might honor Him on His birthday!

Cherishing the Gift Psalms 46:1; James 4:8; Matthew 28 :19-20 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 As I hear the clock screeching in my ear I roll over on my side and firmly turn off my alarm. I would like to say that I feel fresh and vibrant, ready to conquer the world, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1, James 4:8, Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Me And My Shadow

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 3, 2014

A sermon for Groundhog Day focused on our shadows (Outline and some material adapted from Sermon Central's Travis Moore at: http://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/my-shadow-and-i-travis-moore-sermon-on-faith-30995.asp)

HoHum: Groundhog Day is a day celebrated on February 2 (today). According to folklore, if it is cloudy when a groundhog emerges from its burrow on this day, then spring will come early; if it is sunny, the groundhog will see its shadow and retreat back into its burrow, and the winter weather will ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"The Gift Of Love"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 9, 2014

A Christmas Sermon

"The Gift of Love" Luke 2:1-20 One morning, when I was staying at my sister's house near Cincinnati, Ohio I heard strange noises outside. So, I opened up the door and looked out. It was garbage day, and overflowing trash cans and recycle bins were lined up and down the street in front of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: United Methodist

You Can Alter Your Moods And Emotions!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 12, 2014

Who are you punishing by accepting bad moods? You must control your emotions by faith. Do you blame others for your moods?

MOODS: WHAT ARE MOODS? HOW DO WE GET INTO THIS MOOD? CAN WE CHANGE OUR MOODS... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Psalm 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me. Ever wonder why they were called the SONS OF THUNDER? Mark 3:17 And James the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Child Is This

Contributed by David Nolte on Dec 10, 2018

William Dix posed a thought provoking question when he asked, “What Child is this?"

“What Child Is This?” Isaiah 9:1-7 David P. Nolte William Dix posed a thought provoking question when he asked, “What Child is this, Who, laid to rest, on Mary’s lap is sleeping? Whom angels greet with anthems sweet, while shepherds watch are keeping?” Dix answered this way, “This, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Veterans Day 2018 - Am I A Soldier Of The Cross?

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Nov 16, 2018

This is a sermon that asks tough questions about our spiritual condition as it walks through the old hymn Am I A Soldier Of The Cross

Veteran’s Day 2018 – Am I A Soldier of The Cross? Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … Isaiah 9:6 “For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government shall be upon His shoulder. And His name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, The Mighty God, The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-4, Romans 1:16, Philemon 1:1-2, Philippians 2:25, John 14:15, Matthew 24:6-7, Revelation 12:7-12, 2 Timothy 2:11-13, Matthew 13:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

The Power Of Purity In The Bride - 1

Contributed by James Snyder on Sep 8, 2016

The bride’s purity is the foundation of this joyful relationship with the groom. The key thing here is “purity.” This is the overwhelming factor in the bride’s relationship with the groom.

William Bower came to our church a very discouraged, retired pastor who had been abused throughout his pastorates. I knew the background story and when his wife died, he sank into a great slough of despond. When he came to the church, he drug his depression along with him. Nobody ever really saw ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 6:4-13

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Between A Rock And A Hard Place Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 18, 2000

At the Red Sea Israel disovered that God was at work, using the created order to achieve his purposes - to rescue his people from an impossible situation and bring about a great victory that would be remembered by the Israelites, and others, for all time.

Israel were afraid. A paralysing fear, so great that all they could do was cry out in terror to God. Do you know what that’s like? When things seem so dark and there’s no way out, nothing you can do? When the doctor tells you that you need heart surgery as soon as possible. When the phone rings and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:5-31

Denomination: Anglican