Sermons on Chastisment:

The Book Of Ruth (2 Of 4)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 14, 2022

The first sermon from the Book of Ruth showed us the effects of sin on a family that did not trust God for their DIRECTIONS or PROVISIONS.

Look at verse 1 again, we read, “Now it came to pass in the days when the judges ruled, that there was a famine in the land. And a certain man of Bethlehemjudah went to sojourn in the country of Moab, he, and his wife, and his two sons.” Look at the words “Bethlehemjudah” and “Moab.” • Bethlehem ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Power Of Words Iii: God Talk Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Smith on Jul 8, 2003

We speak of our destitution while God speaks of our destiny.

The Power of Words III: God Talk <sum> Why do we speak over our life based on such temporary circumstances when God sees enough in us to speak destiny over our circumstances Judg 6:11-16 11 The angel of the LORD came and sat down under the oak in Ophrah that belonged to Joash the Abiezrite, where ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Tale Of Two Thieves

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Apr 4, 2004

The Bible is full of contrasts. This message talks about the contrast in the two theives. They started out the same, but ended up very different. Explore the process and see how they ended up.

INTRO The Bible is an interesting book of contrasts. Among many, you have the following: Cain and Abel—the first two sons of Adam, one choosing a good path, the other choosing an evil path. Abraham and Lot—two relatives, one selflessly gives up everything for God, the other selfishly follows his ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

The Church Is Rebuked Series

Contributed by Robert Baldwin on Aug 18, 2004

A heathen sailor is rebuking the prophet of God. It is the church of that day being rebuked by the world.

The Church Is Rebuked By The World (Jonah 1:6) Intro. A heathen sailor is rebuking the prophet of God. It is the church of that day being rebuked by the world. And worse, it is not because he is acting carnally nor about his disobedience to God, for this they did not know about. He is being ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:6

Denomination: Baptist

God - A Genial Old Buffer?

Contributed by Bramwell Hayes on Aug 26, 2004

A discussion of the nature of the goodness of God, and how his mercy can be seen in his wrath.

Intro At the start of each session of parliament a motion is passed to receive the Queen’s speech. It has been said that the motion is proposed by a genial old buffer on the way our and seconded by an oily young man on the make. Genial old buffers appear frequently in English folklore, quiet ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:6-7

Denomination: Salvation Army

Don't Forget !

Contributed by Mike Turner on Jul 10, 2004

A sermon for communion.

Don’t Forget 1 Cor 11:23-30 Intro: A friend of ours went to her Doctor in Jonesboro this past week. As she was leaving the Dr’s office she picked up a set of keys, got in her car, and drove home. After arriving home, she realized that she had picked up the doctor’s keys, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-30

Denomination: Baptist

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Remain Flexible

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The Holy Spirit keeps us flexible by reminding us to remain humble while trusting the Lord for our direction. David wrote, "He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them His way. (Psa. 25:9 How the Holy Spirit Helps Us Remain Flexible (Matt 26:4

How the Holy Spirit Helps Us Remain Flexible (Matt 26:42) Illustration:Leadership in the local church should be determined by spirituality, not notoriety. Tony Evans. Illustration:Back in 1934, when the Cunard line was getting ready to name its greatest ocean liner, the consensus was that it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Jesus Ministered To People According To Their Maturity

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Jesus knew that new believers needed a different diet of spiritual food and exercise than the more mature. The Lord Jesus knew the wisdom of Heb 5:14 which says, "But solid food is for the mature who by constant use have trained themselves to distinguish

1. Jesus knew that new believers needed a different diet of spiritual food and exercise than the more mature. The Lord Jesus knew the wisdom of Heb 5:14 which says, "But solid food is for the mature who by constant use have trained themselves to distinguish good from evil." Application: Ask the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sheep In Wolves Clothing

Contributed by Davy Hobson on Oct 21, 2000

This sermon is concerning the two fold nature of the child of God.

A SHEEP IN WOLVES CLOTHING ( DOCTRINE OF THE TWO-FOLD NATURE OF MAN) TEXT: ROM. 8:1-14 INTRO: *************** ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Blessing Me Inspite Of Myself

Contributed by Chuck Cochran on Oct 25, 2000

Encourages the Beliver to trust in God relizing that he (the Beliver) is a sinner.

“God is Blessing Me, Inspite of Myself” Psalms 67:7 God shall bless us; and all the ends of the earth shall fear him. Every Christian should say; “God is Blessing Me, Inspite of Myself”, My Desires are Evil (Riches) Genesis 6:5 And God saw that the wickedness of man was great in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 67:7

Denomination: Baptist

The Redemptive Names Of Jehovah

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 15, 2005

God showed himself in many ways in the Old Testament. We will look at the names God was given and how he received those names.

Psalm 83:18That men may know that thou, whose name alone is JEHOVAH, art the most high over all the earth. 1. Jehovah El’ohim. “Self-Existent, Eternal Creator” · In Genesis we see Him take a world that was in chaos: · With out form, dark, void. · And turn it into something beautiful. He was ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 83:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Directions For Living

Contributed by Chanon Mullens on Aug 25, 2005

The Bible and its relevance for our life

“The new minister was asked to teach a boys’ class in the absence of the regular teacher. He decided to see what they knew, so he asked who knocked down the walls of Jericho. All the boys denied having done it, and the preacher was appalled by their ignorance. At the next deacons’ meeting he told ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Finished!

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 8, 2005

The finished work of Christ has provided all that you will ever need to secure your salvation.

It Is Finished! John 19:28-30 28 After this, Jesus knowing that all things were now accomplished, that the scripture might be fulfilled, saith, I thirst. 29 Now there was set a vessel full of vinegar: and they filled a spunge with vinegar, and put it upon hyssop, ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Picture Of God At Home

Contributed by Donald Carpenter on Jan 11, 2003

This message deals with the fact that God the Father disciplines those who are true children of God.

A Picture of God at Home Hebrews 12:5-13 Introduction: Today we will be studying the beautiful picture that God has given us of Himself, our earthly Father. Dads, you should be very aware of the fact that you are the first picture of God that your children will see. This Father’s Day we will ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Paraclete Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jun 2, 2001

A motivational message geared to inspire Christians to continue allowing the Holy Spirit to fill their lives with God’s power and authority.

MOST OF US WHO HAVE COMPUTERS KNOW THAT ON THE SCREEN OF OUR MONITOR IS AN ICON, OR A PICTURE, THAT IS ENTITLED: "MY COMPUTER." IF YOU "CLICK-ON" THIS ICON IT WILL SOON OPEN A FILE THAT REVEALS THE CONTENTS OF EVERYTHING YOU HAVE SAVED ON YOUR COMPUTER. THE SAME IS TRUE FOR US AS GOD’S ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16-17

Denomination: Free Methodist