Sermons on Cliff Notes:

I've Been Hearing Voices

Contributed by Garvin Alfter on May 5, 2006

There are many voices crying out for our attention in this hectic and fast-paced world in which we live. We must learn to discern which voice is important and which ones are not.

"There are, it may be, so many kinds of voices in the world, and none of them is without signification." Introduction: Psychologists diagnose mental disorders with the help of a book called the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. They interview and observe their patient, making ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hope During The Recession In The Economy

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 1, 2009

The bad news keeps cascading from Wall Street but we, as believers, have a solid hope during this time!

How should we respond to this recession or depression? The DOW has dropped 5500 points (from 14,000 to 8500) since October 2007 (a 40% drop) - the biggest drop in history. 13 bank failures this year (including WaMu - largest in history). Other investment banks, Like Lehman brothers have dissolved. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:18-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prophetic Women Arise!

Contributed by Ed Warfield on Mar 1, 2008

It’s time for women of God to arise & embrace their prophetic destiny! We are in the finest hour of the church & women are part of this great move of God.

Prophetic Women ARISE! - Joel 2:28 Intro.: It’s time for women of God to arise & embrace their prophetic destiny! We are in the finest hour of the church & women are part of this great move of God. Many have answered the call & embraced their God ordained destiny. Joel 2:28 says, “…in the last ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28, Joel 2:26-28

Denomination: Charismatic

Salvation, Liberty,satisfaction

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Sep 22, 2010

Understanding we are in the arms of the Lord

SALVATION, LIBERTY,SATISFACTION John 10:9 I am the door: by me if any man enter in, he shall be saved, and shall go in and out, and find pasture. 1.Access----- I am the door The door is always open The door is free pass to our heavenly father The only door to go ...read more

Scripture: John 10:9

Denomination: Baptist

The Gall Of Bitterness

Contributed by John Mccormack on Feb 18, 2013

PUT AWAY BITTRNESS.

THE GALL OF BITTERNESS INTRODUCTION: THE MERRIAM WEBSTER DICTIONARY DEFINES GALL AS BITTERNESS OF SPIRIT OR RANKER, MEANING BITTER, DEEP-SEATED ILL WILL. SPIRITUAL INSIGHT: PETER, WHILE MINISTERING IN SAMARIA, ENCOUNTERED AN OPPORTUNIST NAMED SIMON. SIMON REQUESTED THE SAME POWER AND ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:23

Denomination: Baptist

The Message

Contributed by Keith Tankersley on Jun 30, 2009

Jesus; The greatest Preacher of all times! An exposition from Jesus showing us how to frame a message.

The Sermon (message) I. The Prodigy of this Sermon; vs.12 A. With John not preaching, someone had to II. The Progression of this Sermon; vs. 13-15 A. Left comfort zone B. Fulfilled; 1. prophecy 2. plan 3. purpose a. our built in DNA sequence for peace III. The Pupils for this ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Continual Praise

Contributed by John Mccormack on Jun 23, 2015

CONTINUAL PRAISE DEVELOPS GROWTH!

CONTINUAL PRAISE INTRODUCTION: THE BOOK OF PSALMS IS A COLLECTION OF 150 POEMS WRITTEN BY VARIOUS AUTHORS THROUGHOUT ISRAEL’S HISTORY. ABOUT HALF OF THE PSALMS WERE WRITTEN BY KING DAVID. YOU DISCOVER VARIOUS EXPRESSIONS OF HUMAN EMOTIONS IN THE PSALMS. INTERPRETATION: PSALMS ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:6

Denomination: Baptist

Sanctuary

Contributed by John Mccormack on Oct 27, 2014

GOD THE FATHER IS YOUR SANCTUARY!

SANCTUARY OBSERVATION: THE HEBREW NAME EZEKIEL MEANS, “GOD STRENGTHENS-GOD IS STRONG”. THE BABYLONIANS LAY SIEGE TO JERUSALEM IN 588 B.C. IN 586 B.C., THE CITY AND THE JEWISH TEMPLE WERE BURNED. ISRAEL’S MONARCHY ENDED: THE CITY OF DAVID AND THE TEMPLE WERE IN SHAMBLES. ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 11:16

Denomination: Baptist

Sure Signs Of Revival Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 20, 2019

Let’s take this last section and observe five sure signs of a revival.

SURE SIGNS OF REVIVAL II CORINTHIANS 12:11-13:14 INTRODUCTION: The church of Corinth was gifted. She needed to be lifted. She needed revival for survival. Let’s take this last section and observe five sure signs of a revival. I. Inspiration (11-12) Revival is a “supernatural” work. It’s ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Representative Substitution

Contributed by Hylton Davidson on Oct 8, 2025

What is representative substitution? JI Packer refers to this in Chapter 8 in his book "Knowing God". Having a correct understanding of this is important.

Representative substitution refers to the idea that Jesus Christ acted as a representative and substitute for humanity in His life, death, and resurrection—particularly in bearing the penalty for sin. Here’s a breakdown of the concept: 1. Substitutionary Atonement This is the core of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:5

Denomination: Christian Church

Did Jesus Condemn And Critically Spoke Of Others? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 20, 2025

Jesus criticized the Pharisees and Sadducees for their hypocrisy..

Jesus did condemn and critically speak of others in certain situations. It's essential to note that Jesus' criticisms were: Directed at specific behaviors or attitudes, rather than at individuals as a whole. Motivated by a desire to correct and redeem, rather than to condemn or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-13, Mark 8:15

What To Do In This Season

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Jan 1, 2023

Instructions and heeding instructions

What The MOST HIGH says to HIS children for 2023-2024 season. Proverbs 31:2 ( Please note: HIS children only.) 1. I will give you peace. I will give you rest. 2. This is your season of Shalom. 3. Praise ME. Let your HalleluYAH fill the air, to ME . 4. Let ME do the talking. 5. You do not ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:2

Extending Our Vision

Contributed by Mike Richardson on May 16, 2001

Tunnel vision within the church will lose God’s purpose for the church.

INTRO: Tunnel vision will kill you….longest tunnel in England…many accidents… To the church tunnel vision is within these walls….. I. The causes of tunnel vision A. Immaturity is a cause II Peter 1:5-8 Gal. 5:22,23 B. Indifference is a cause II Peter 1:9; Matt. 25:1-13 C. Independence ...read more

Scripture: John 4:35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Was Mountain Man

Contributed by Terry Bailey on Dec 23, 2000

Jesus knew the need and the rewards of spending time alone with the Father.

Jesus Was A Mountain Man The Text: Matthew 8:1-3 The Teaching: Jesus knew the need and the rewards of spending time alone with the Father. Verse #1: When He came down from the mountain... 1. Jesus was not afraid of the Wildlife (Bears & Lions) 2. Jesus was not afraid of the local legends ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

John The Baptizer

Contributed by Steve Steve on Mar 9, 2002

Children’s sermon showing what some people have gone through for God’s kingdom.

1-sack of Bit o Honey candy 1 sack of chocolate morsels 1 sack of check mix Use the bit o honey for bodies, the chocolate morsels for eyes and the brown wafer looking things for wings, and nuclawave them. It only takes a few seconds to get the bit o honey warm enough for the eyes and wings to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:4

Denomination: Church Of God