Sermons on Chastise:

Know The Word Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jul 16, 2016

1) The Confidence that Faith Furnishes (1 John 5:13), 2) The Prayer that Faith Enables (1 John 5:14-17), 3) The Understanding that Faith Grants (1 John 5:18-21)

Life in this fallen world is filled with uncertainty, with few guarantees and little that can be depended on. Jobs vanish as companies downsize and outsource. The volatility of the stock market, the fluctuations of the economy, and increasing taxes create further uncertainty. Relationships come and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13-21

Denomination: Other

Experiencing The Joy Of Christmas-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 14, 2010

2 of 2. Isaiah described a future state wherein the gloom which had engulfed the people would be dismissed outright. The gloom of a sin-sick world can be dismissed. But How? A(n) key/undertaking for experiencing the joy of Christmas is to choose...

Experiencing the Joy of Christmas-II—Isaiah 8:5—9:7 Attention/Need: Gloom/Hopelessness/Melancholy/Depression/Despondency—Ahhhhh. The joyous sound of Christmas. These happen when our holiday expectations collide with the reality of squabbling in-laws,dysfunctional family members, whining children, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Act Like A Man

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Sep 10, 2020

Paul says to men: If you want to be a real man, “stand firm in the faith!” Men are to stand firm in both holding and defending the truths of the Gospel.

On an Internet discussion board I found the following comments: Designer duds, hair gel, waxing appointments, manicures, and facials -- once upon a time, these terms were only associated with women, but nowadays, it seems, men are spending more time and money on looking good. Do the men you know ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Church Discipline – Spanking Ourselves So God Doesn’t Have To – Part 5

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Sep 28, 2020

If we want to be a powerful church, we need to be a clean church - a holy people.

In Cleveland a few years ago, this banner proclaimed the virtues of a certain grade of motor oil: "A Clean Engine Always Delivers Power." This is what church discipline is all about--a clean church. If we want to be a powerful church, we need to be a clean church, a holy people. (1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16, 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"will You Make The Last Parade?"

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Mar 26, 2024

After praying over Jerusalem at the Mount of Olives, Jesus fulfilled a prophecy by riding on a colt of an ass. As he rode, people threw down palm branches. The next significant event after the tribulation will be when Jesus returns to sit on the throne of David and rule over the nations.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Zechariah 9:9) "Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion; shout, O daughter of Jerusalem: behold, thy King cometh unto thee: he is just, and having salvation; lowly, and riding upon an ass, and upon a ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 9:9-10, Luke 19:29-34, Luke 19:35-40, Matthew 21:4-9, Daniel 9:24-27, John 12:13-15, Matthew 21:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Do We Reach The Higher Level

Contributed by Sajayan Chacko on Jan 29, 2024

Everybody loves progess, but nobody likes change

Moving to the Next Level/how do we reach the higher level The LORD had said to Abram, “Go from your country, your people and your father’s household to the land I will show you. (Genesis 12:1) God said to the children of Israel at Horeb, “You have dwelt long enough at this mountain” (Deuteronomy ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Leadership's Divine Appointment_1 Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Nov 11, 2024

Establishing that sound and faithful leadership is one of the church’s greatest needs. That means appointing elders and deacons (along with their families) who are committed to their divine assignment of lovingly watching over, caring for, and shepherding the children of God.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Leadership’s: Divine Appointment Introductory Remarks. 1. The first lesson in this Series: “Divine Call to Leadership,” will be “The Leadership’s Divine Appointment.” 2. We will consider the elders at Ephesus’ divine appointment. Paul reminded them: “To take heed ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28-32, 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Two Components (Lesson 2) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on May 19, 2025

This second lesson in this series will describe the two components that enable one to be born anew.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 2. The two components Introductory Remarks. 1. This is the second sermon discussing the “exception of Jesus” in being born “anew.” This lesson will address the process of being “born again.” It is often referred to as the “new birth.” In some sense, it is that, but it entails ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-7, 1 Peter 1:22-23, Titus 3:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Seeking God’s Guidance - Psalm 25 Part 5 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on May 27, 2025

Most of our anxiety in hard decisions is worrying about the outcome. But the real issue is pleasing God in the way you go about making the decision. If option A and option B would be equally pleasing to God, how important could the decision possibly be?

Psalm 25:4 Show me your ways, O LORD, teach me your paths; 5 guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and I wait for you all day long. 8 Good and upright is the LORD; therefore he instructs sinners in his ways. 9 He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them his ...read more

Using Your Work To Draw Near To God - Luke 10:38-42 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 25, 2025

Can you really choose Mary’s path when the dishes still need to be done? Why does serving God sometimes feel exhausting instead of life-giving?

Luke 10:38 As Jesus and his disciples were on their way, he came to a village where a woman named Martha opened her home to him. 39 She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord's feet listening to what he said. 40 But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made. She ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

This Man (Sermonette)

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jan 19, 2026

To discuss the theme, "This man." Who preached and taught with authority, whom neither the rulers nor the people could find fault with, it was this man who offered one sacrifice for Sin, for all, forever, and sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on High.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. This Man: "Spake with authority." 2. This Man: "Done nothing amiss." 3. This Man: "Offered one sacrifice." Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will be on "This Man." Who spake and taught with authority and not as the scribes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:27-28, Luke 23:39-41, Hebrews 1:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Unmoved By The Cross

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 26, 2001

Three reasons why some like the Roman soldiers on the hill at calavry are still umoved by the cross.

“Unmoved By The Cross” The Impact of The Cross – Part One Two men had indulged in every sinful activity imaginable while away on a business trip together. In the morning as they were making their way to the airport, one man challenged the other, he said, “I dare you to go over to that Cathedral ...read more

Scripture: John 19:23-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The New Experience

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Jan 14, 2003

The disciples of Christ are instructed to wait for the Holy Spirit.

The New Experience Acts 1:5-8 I. Introduction a. The Holy Spirit is necessary in our Christian walk. He is the power source that drives us in our daily walk. It’s also the Holy Spirit that convicts us of our sins, and it is Him that draws unbelievers to Christ. One of the main rules of Scuba ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:5-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tentmaking In Corinth

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Oct 30, 2005

Paul working in Corinth

I. PRAYER II. Introduction a. Aquila finished stitching the last seam on the large market canopy as his wife, Priscilla, rose to answer the loud knock on the door of their shop. Daylight was fading quickly, and the sputtering oil lamp was struggling to dispel the darkness. b. The door swung open on ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tentmaking In Corinth

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Jul 29, 2004

Paul spends a time ministering in Corinth

Making Tents in Corinth Acts 18:1 – 18:17 Jeff Hughes – November 9, 2003 Calvary Chapel Aggieland I. PRAYER II. Introduction a. Aquila finished stitching the last seam on the large market canopy as his wife, Priscilla, rose to answer the loud knock on the door of their shop. Daylight was fading ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational