Sermons on Chance:

To Be Announced

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jan 17, 2017

These things “To Be Announced” are throughout the Bible. In them we can have absolute hope and faith as God’s plan comes to fruition even in an election year.

To Be Announced Isaiah 9:1-7 There are times when people wait anxiously for news because the news can have great consequences for many people. Waiting for the results of a Presidential election for instance. Depending on who wins will determine the fate of the nation. Lately my wife and I have ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Say Yes To The Goat Skins Series

Contributed by Troy Luttrell on Oct 6, 2014

This sermon will focus on the difficulty of saying no to the flesh. Even though we have rules and law, they are no match to stop us from choosing our fleshly desires.

Background • Review Genesis 25; twins yet born completely opposite (lost/saved) • Parents show favoritism, and this will lead to a divided family. When we come to chapter 27, Isaac is around 137 and both boys are in their middle 70’s. • This sermon will focus ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:1-40

Denomination: Baptist

The Real American Idol

Contributed by William Thomas on Jun 25, 2015

This message talks about the 3 biggest idols in America today and how to destroy them.

Introduction American is the greatest country in the world because of its love and respect for Godly authority. Men and women of old spent countless hours upon their knees in prayer for our land. However, the same desire to serve has shifted from God The Father to god the figure. In our land we ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

I Am A Christ Follower Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Aug 29, 2018

Three dimensions to His call on our lives: Jesus calls us to repent, Jesus calls us to follow, Jesus calls us to abandon.

I Am a Christ Follower Matthew 4:17-22 Three dimensions to His call on our lives: 1. Jesus calls us to repent. v.17 ? Ultimately repentance is an admission, an acceptance of what Jesus says about us: that our hearts are prideful, filthy, depraved, and yes, even wicked and deserving of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

Rediscovering Our Sense Of Wonder

Contributed by George Durham on Dec 14, 2017

We've lost our sense of Wonder about God, & our relationship to others.

Recapturing the Wonder of Christmas: Isaiah 9:6 Isaiah 9:6 New King James Version (NKJV) 6 For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called WONDERFUL, Counselor, Mighty ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Tough Questions Series

Contributed by Peter Baumgartle on Dec 8, 2015

Romans 9

ROMANS 9:2-4 I have great sorrow and unceasing anguish in my heart. For I could wish that I myself were cursed and cut off from Christ for the sake of my brothers, those of my own race, the people of Israel. Ray Stedman writes: "...many people divide Romans into three great ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Christmas Gifts That Won't Break: Peace"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 18, 2015

A sermon about peace through Christ during violent times.

"Christmas Gifts that Won't Break: The Gift of Peace" Luke 2:8-14 "Love your enemies and pray for those who harass you..." "You must not oppose those who want to hurt you. If people slap you on your right cheek, you must turn the left cheek to them as well." "...just as your heavenly ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: United Methodist

The High Cost Of Unforgiveness

Contributed by Darrin Fish on Sep 2, 2015

We need to remember / Never Forget that Someday we will be “summoned” / To give an account. • This does not necessarily happen on the other side. • It can happen any day as God responds to our unforgiveness.

The High Cost of Unforgiveness Matthew 18:21-35 Several years ago, we were looking to buy a new car. • We found one we wanted, but we discovered that it cost more than we could afford. • Most of us in life find that we have a limit to what we can or will pay for an item. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Christian Church

Going For Growth

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 6, 2014

Don't neglect your spiritual growth. Don't procrastinate doing the right thing to see growth in your life. God has provided everything we need, to grow strong spiritually and be fruitful.

Everyone who knows Jesus receive a new life and will experience spiritual growth. • If we are connected to Christ, we can expect to grow stronger in faith, trusting Him; deeper in love with Him, and more fulfilled in our walk with Him. • But not everyone experiences the same growth. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:30-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Timothy Might Say To His Mother Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Apr 25, 2020

If Timothy could have sent his mother, Eunice, a nice Mother's Day card, he might have said something like this.

(Note: this edited message is intentionally somewhat brief, in order to provide time for honoring mothers on Mother’s Day such as flowers, other awards, and so forth.) Introduction: Timothy was one of Paul’s co-workers. He traveled with Paul to many places, assisting in Paul’s ministry, and even ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-5, Acts 16:1-2, 1 Samuel 1:28, Hebrews 13:23

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On Thought & Vibrations

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 29, 2022

It has often been said that the mindset of every living individual emit vibrations that are totally distinctive to them.

Ephesians 6:10-14 reminds us: "Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, 1 Corinthians 15:40, 2 Corinthians 10:5, Romans 12:2

You Have A Soul

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 22, 2022

New research findings in Science and Medicine now support the Bible's statement that we have a soul, not just a body. People must know this so they can make correct decisions about where they will spend eternity.

YOU HAVE A SOUL OPENING ILLUSTRATION Get 4 kids to front. Turn off lights. Shine flashlights thru hands. You can see the bones inside the skin. “WE HAVE SOMETHING INSIDE!” We know this also because of Xrays and ultrasounds. But today I want to talk about something else we have inside: a SOUL & ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:23, Matthew 15:26, Mark 8:36

Denomination: Assembly Of God

So... You Say You Believe Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Aug 20, 2022

A true believer in Christ orbits his life around Jesus like the earth orbits around the sun. Just as the earth needs the sun, believers need the Son of God to perfect holiness within them.

So... You Say You Believe A. W. Tozer wrote, “Fortunately only a few things are matters of life and death, such as a compass for a sea voyage or a guide for a journey across the desert. To ignore these things is not to gamble or take a chance; it is to commit suicide. Here it is either be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"the Days Of Noah"

Contributed by Kyle Campbell on Oct 24, 2022

The one great prophecy of the New Testament is the second coming of Christ in judgment. Matthew 24 is one of the lengthiest passages in the New Testament on the subject of the Lord’s coming. Matthew 24:36-39 uses Noah and his family as an illustration of that event.

Introduction. Alan Wilson commented that unlike other countries that have a pay-as-you use toll system on major roads, Switzerland expects drivers using its autoroute system to pay an annual fee of 40 Swiss francs. When you pay, you get a windshield sticker you display for the rest of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Intersession

Contributed by Ethel Lamazon on Oct 27, 2022

WHEN OUR LEADERS GET TIRED GOD GIVES US INTERSESSORS TO INTERCEDE ON OUR BEHALF

THE POWER OF INTERSESSION, EXODUS 17: 11-13 11 As long as Moses held up his arms, the Israelites won, but when he put his arms down, the Amalekites started winning. 12 When Moses' arms grew tired, Aaron and Hur brought a stone for him to sit on, while they stood beside him and held up his arms, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 24:1, Exodus 18:13-26