Sermons on China A Great Threat:

Recognizing The Great Apostasy

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 6, 2022

The Bible tells us to stay strong in our faith and to always meet together as a church. But when we look around, it seems that more and more people are leaving the church. Why? This passage of Scripture explains the reason.

In Hebrews 10:23-25, we read, “Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful. And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works, not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Our Great Example Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 7, 2022

Paul directs our focus to the example Christ set for us, the endurance and encouragement that God gives us, the beauty of our diversity and the purpose of God in our unity.

Paul has been talking about caring for the weaker brother in the faith, urging the strong to act responsibly and flaunt their freedom and become a stumbling block to the weak. • The strong ought to walk in love and that means laying down their rights for the good of the weak. • The benefit of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-13, Philippians 2:3-5, Matthew 20:25-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Living With Great Expectations Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Aug 1, 2022

We can expect… 1) An inheritance 2) God’s power to protect us 3) Troubles to strengthen our faith 4) The salvation of our souls

Living With Great Expectations Living-Hope – week 2 Bumper LAST WEEK – we began a study on 1 Peter a 2000 year old letter full of God breathed words… LISTEN – if your hope is running on empty. If you think your story is finished. Peter has a word for you about a living-hope. A sure anchor in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great Need For Compassion!

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 7, 2022

Today I want to preach on something that some seem to think is not that important….BUT IT IS! It affects our life everyday.

I want to preach to you about compassion. We miss compassion when we do not have it and we admire it when we see it. Illus: A pastor wrote, "I was in Time’s Square, in New York, during rush hour. Thousands of people were thronging and pushing at the corner, ready to cross at the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

You Are Of Great Value

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Sep 9, 2022

Using the parables of the lost sheep and lost coin, we can understand the great value God has placed upon our lives and how passionately He works to save us from sin.

THERE HAS BEEN ONE PARTICULAR STATEMENT THAT HAS BEEN THE DRIVING FORCE BEHIND MY MINISTRY, IT WOULD BE THIS, WICH SAYS: “JUST THINK, YOU’RE NOT HERE BY CHANCE, BUT BY GOD’S CHOOSING. HIS HAND FORMED YOU AND MADE YOU THE PERSON YOU ARE. HE COMPARES YOU TO NO ONE ELSE; YOU ARE ONE OF A KIND. YOU ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10, 2 Peter 3:9, Luke 19:10

Denomination: Free Methodist

Be Great In The Sight Of God! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 29, 2022

We have to: 1. Overcome our selfish mindset (vs. 1). 2. Use God's standards for greatness (vs. 1). 3. Follow the right examples for greatness (vs. 2-4). 4. Focus on the right mission (vs. 5).

Be Great in the Sight of God! The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 18:1-5 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared September 29, 2022) MESSAGE: *Who would you name as a great man or woman? Almost everybody could offer some suggestions, and opinions around the world would have huge differences. But Jim Kane ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

A Great Cloud Of Witnesses

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 26, 2021

The apostle Paul wrote these words, encouraging believers in Jesus to run the race. Run the race of what? Of the faith.

Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Salvation Army

God Is Great And Good! Series

Contributed by Larry Vollink on Nov 24, 2020

Looking at our God at this time of season (Thanksgiving Day) we are in awe of God being great and being good. Reading the scriptures gives meaning for God's greatness and His Goodness."

Probably one of the first prayers we learned after “Now I lay me down to sleep” was “God is great! God is good! Let us thank Him for our food!” We may have even learned the longer version which included: “By His hand we all are fed, give us Lord our daily bread.” From this brief prayer, from our ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Funeral For A Great Mom

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 26, 2021

Sarah was a mother/grandmother/great grandmother who deeply loved her family. The message focuses on her sacrifice and love... and her faith in Christ.

I’m going to something today that I NEVER do. I’m going to modify a passage of Scripture, and I’m hoping God will forgive me for that because this rendering fits my message this morning. “An excellent (Mother) who can find? She is far more precious than jewels. She does good, and not harm, all ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31, 1 Corinthians 15:51-57

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Pathway To Kingdom Greatness Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 5, 2023

In the kingdom of God, relationships are more important than positions of authority and prestige. Jesus gives us the pathway to kingdom greatness.

Sermon: The Pathway to Kingdom Greatness Scripture: Matthew 18:1-11 “About that time the disciples came to Jesus and asked, “Who is greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven?” 2 Jesus called a little child to him and put the child among them.3 Then he said, “I tell you the truth, unless you turn from your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-11, Matthew 6:33, 1 Corinthians 8:9-13

Denomination: Methodist

The Great Race Of Faith Series

Contributed by Mark Hall on Oct 8, 2023

I give my full permission for this sermon to be used in its fullness for the glory of God. What you do on this journey, and how well you run your race will greatly impact your final standing in eternity.

THE GREAT RACE OF FAITH Please open your Bible to Hebrews 12 and 2 Timothy 4:7 as we begin a new series of sermons regarding your journey through life. All of us are on a journey called the great race of life. What you do on this journey, and how well you run your race will greatly impact your ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2, 2 Timothy 4:7-8, 1 John 2:17, 1 Corinthians 9:24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The God Of Great Turnarounds Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on May 22, 2023

The story of Esther and Mordecai is full of plot twists, unexpected outcomes, and surprise endings, all reminding us that we serve a God of great turnarounds. Do we have “Hamans” in our lives? From the story of Esther and Mordecai we can draw encouragement for our lives today.

Introduction Video Ill.: The Story of Esther - Second Look Films (segment 4) We are continuing our study today based loosely on Max Lucado’s book, You Were Made for This Moment. When we started, we saw that Esther and Mordecai just wanted to blend in — to be cosy in the Persian culture. Don’t ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 35:17, Jeremiah 12:1, Acts 17:31, Psalm 7:11, Mark 12:29-31, Matthew 5:43-45, Isaiah 58:6-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Great Salvation

Contributed by John Newbaker on Jun 9, 2023

What makes our salvation great?

Our Great Salvation Have you noticed how people carelessly use superlatives? Superlatives are words like excellent, magnificent, WONDERFUL, marvelous, unsurpassed, unequaled, unparalleled, and BEST. For ex., someone may say, for 2022 the Kansas City Chiefs were the BEST NFL team in America ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:3

Denomination: Baptist

Parable Of The Great Banquet Series

Contributed by John Bright on Jun 22, 2023

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

"Parable of the Great Banquet" Luke 14:15-24 Pastor John Bright Luke 14 15 When one of those at the table with him heard this, he said to Jesus, “Blessed is the one who will eat at the feast in the kingdom of God.” 16 Jesus replied: “A certain man was preparing a great banquet and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:15-24, Isaiah 25:6-8

Denomination: Methodist

A Great Multitude Fed.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 27, 2023

The unfailing compassion of Jesus.

A GREAT MULTITUDE FED. Matthew 14:13-21. MATTHEW 14:13. Jesus had tried to withdraw from the throng in Galilee by boat, and sought some rest and relaxation in the Golan Heights: but the crowds followed Him on foot. MATTHEW 14:14. Jesus was moved with compassion towards the multitude which ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational