Sermons on Charge To Elders:

Tradition Verses Truth Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 8, 2001

exposition on Matt ch 15

TRADITION VERSES TRUTH Matthew 15 v. 1 - 20 in this portion we have :- 1. The confrontation with Jesus v. 1 & 2 "then came the scribes and Pharisees." (a) The grounds of this confrontation v. 2 The Tradition of the elders, the oral law or Mishna (b) The guile of this confrontation v. 1 - of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:1-20

Denomination: Holiness

Goodbye To Ephesus Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Oct 30, 2025

Goodbye to Ephesus

Acts 20 v 13 - 27 Goodbye to Ephesus The Movement of Paul - 13 And we went before to ship, and sailed unto Assos, there intending to take in Paul: for so had he appointed, minding himself to go afoot. An opportunity for Prayer, Praise, Protection, and Preparation. The Meeting of Paul The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:13-27

Denomination: Holiness

Send Forth Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Feb 28, 2007

The church of Jesus Christ may be a part of making disciples of Christ if she has the same compassion for the lost that Christ had. She must be committed to Jesus’ call to go and make disciples.

I am going to read from Matthew 9:35-38 Title: Send Forth Theme: Petitioning for Laborers for God’s Work Series: Girding up the Church Listen as I read Matthew 9:35-38, “Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the good news of the kingdom and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Understanding The Gates Of Life

Contributed by Bode Ayodele on Sep 5, 2007

Understanding the gates of Life points out the significance of openings. Just as you have to be careful of those who come into you home, you must guard against what you watch, read or listen to if you do not want to introduce spirits of sin into your life

By Bode Ayodele Gates and doors are very significant in the life of human beings. A city without a gate is open to various unwanted things and personalities. Just as in the physical, there are also spiritual gates and doors. Throughout the bible, roles played by gates, provide an important ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Whose Idea Was This?

Contributed by Terry Barnhill on Mar 15, 2016

THIRD SUNDAY IN LENT - It’s been said that, “With God, our lives are an open book.” Sometimes, however, we may find ourselves in the middle of the book and still asking, “Whose bright idea was this anyway? It sure wasn’t mine!”

WHOSE IDEA WAS THIS? Isaiah 55:1-9; 54:10 John 14:1-7 Luke 1:36-37; 13:1-9 Ps 63:1-8 1 Jn. 5:4 Rom. 8:28; 12:2 1 Cor. 2:9; 10:1-13 It’s been said that, “With God, our lives are an open book.” Sometimes, however, we may find ourselves in the middle of the book and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

My Retirement Sermon God Always Has A Replacement

Contributed by Jack Martin on Dec 15, 2023

Time for leadership Change

First off I want to thank each of you for being out this morning. It’s a bit of a surreal feeling for me. I don’t suppose I will be long winded this morning so perhaps in my last message you can say that you saw a miracle. Something the Lord has reminded me of recently is that He always has ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Being An Acts 6 Servant

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Oct 13, 2025

Today, we are ordaining a new deacon

Years ago, when I worked in the restaurant business, there were occasions when we would take a children’s high chair and turn it upside down in order to put an infant in a carrier, in the upside down high chair. It was ingenious, so we all thought. One night, as I was taking an order from a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-15

Isaac's Act Of Faith Was Total Belief That What-Ever God Says Is True. Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Jun 13, 2015

　Isaac pronounced a blessing on both sons to do with things to come. --- This was done by faith in God Who had revealed these things to him; Isaac believed fully that God would accomplish all that was here prophesied.

# 11~Issac Hebrews 11: 20 SS 8-17-14 Gen.25:19 -33 -- Gen.27: Today we'll continue our study of Hebrews 11: - the "hall of the faith" chapter, listen as I read our text verse, it's to do with the faith of Isaac. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:20

Denomination: Baptist

The Precedence Of Prayer-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 18, 2012

1 of 3. Paul exhorted Timothy regarding the place of prayer in the Church. Prayer must take precedence in the Church. When is it obvious that it holds priority? Prayer takes precedence when...

The PRECEDENCE Of PRAYER—1Timothy 2:1-7 Attention: Janet’s four-year-old likes to say the blessing at mealtimes, usually repeating the same short prayer: "Thank you, God, for this gracious food. Amen." One evening, however, he thanked the Lord for the birds, the trees, each of his friends, & asked ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Charlie Kirk - Thoughts On Divine Protection

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Sep 20, 2025

PROTECTION 1. Psalm 91 2. Psalm 121 3. Last days 4. Pray for us 5. Constant prayer was offered to God by the church 6. Those who are slain for the word of God 7. They spoke the word of God with boldness.

PROTECTION 1. Psalm 91 2. Psalm 121 3. Last days 4. Pray for us 5. Constant prayer was offered to God by the church 6. Those who are slain for the word of God 7. They spoke the word of God with boldness. ******************* PROTECTION 1. Psalm 91 Psalm 91 : 1 - 16 1 He who dwells in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Servant Worthy Of Double Honor PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2025

The sermon emphasizes honoring and appreciating faithful church leaders, especially those who teach and shepherd, recognizing their unseen sacrifices and vital role in the church’s health.

There’s a kind of quiet hero God keeps tucking into churches. You don’t always see their names in lights. You may not even notice their names at all. But you feel their fingerprints in the fabric of the family—when the doors are open early and the lights are on; when a casserole shows up at a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:17

Topics: Servant Honor, Double Honor

Divide And Conquer

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jun 3, 2011

Does Jesus really call us to a simple, exciting life?

“Divide and Conquer” Mt. 10:17-42 Drew Dyck once volunteered at a youth event put on by a national youth ministry. Near the end of an evening full of games, fun, and food the leader began his devotional talk by stating, “Being a Christian isn’t hard. You won’t lose ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:17-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Trial By Felix

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Feb 2, 2008

Paul faces trial by the Roman authorities and appeals to Caesar.

I. PRAYER II. Introduction a. This week, the Presidential race officially began. The Democrats were seen heating up the airwaves and newspapers in Iowa, as the American public sees their potential voting field trimmed down somewhat. b. President Bush, on the other hand, addressed the nation in a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

By His Wounds We Are Healed

Contributed by Steve Keeler on May 9, 2010

Isaiah 53:4-6 The result of His suffering Today, I want to take a walk with you and Jesus to Calvary.

"By His Wounds We are Healed" Isaiah 53:4-6 "Surely He took up our infirmities and carried our sorrows, yet we considered Him stricken by God, smitten by Him, and afflicted. But He was pierced for our transgressions, He was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Choice Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 20, 2007

David’s life shows us what we can become, but it also shows us how far we need to go. He didn’t outwardly "look the part" but was God’s choice.

An Earthy Spirituality~the life of King David “God’s Choice”, I Samuel 16 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts “People look at the outward appearance, but God considers the heart,” verse 7. As we enter the story of David, we discover a man with an earthy ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-23

Denomination: Congregational