Sermons on Colossians Chapters 111 Through 20:

The Jailer

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Jun 3, 2007

The jailer’s decision was not any easy one. But despite the difficulties that lay ahead, he realized that the God who would bring him to those difficulties would also bring him through them.

Jobs were hard to come by. He was a grown man, with a wife and children to provide for. He had been an OK farmer when they lived in the country — even managed to put away a little money for them to live on after the move to the big city. But he had no marketable skills to speak of. He wasn’t ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Elevate To The Next Level: "Living In God’s Promises”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Nov 9, 2025

Obedience to God’s word is our declaration of faith and the key to unlocking God's promises. Today, as part of our series on elevating our discipleship to the next level, I want to explore how we can receive God’s promises through immediate, complete, and joyful obedience.

Elevate to the Next Level “Living in God’s Promises” Watch on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pcmzI59k0rs Here's a question I’d like you to consider for a moment. Who in the Bible showed the greatest faith? Was it Noah, who built the Ark? Was it Abraham, the father of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13, Deuteronomy 5:33, Psalm 119:60, Psalm 119:2, James 4:11, Psalm 119:47, 1 John 5:3, Psalm 119:111-112  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

The Way Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Apr 7, 2025

The Way of the LORD is a path that requires trust, obedience, and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Through the Scriptures, believers are encouraged to walk in this way, trusting in God's guidance and living in accordance with His will.

God has an amazing life of adventure and purpose waiting for us all. But very few people find it. A lot of people think “I tried the God thing, but it didn't work.” The problem is that the promises of God don't happen without the practices of Jesus. AND Most people aren't taught what ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:25, Acts 18:18-28, John 14:6, John 10:10, Matthew 7:13-14, Proverbs 3:5-6, 1 Peter 1:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Resurrection Sunday: He Is Risen!

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 26, 2021

As I journeyed to see family this last week I drove through the great woods of Wisconsin. And I looked at the trees along the road, and they looked like bundled up cord wood ready for the fire.

As I journeyed to see family this last week I drove through the great woods of Wisconsin. And I looked at the trees along the road, and they looked like bundled up cord wood ready for the fire. Always right around this time of year, the trees look so dead. All their leaves have fallen off, and it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:6-7

Denomination: Salvation Army

New Heart, New Spirit, New Beginnings

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Dec 17, 2019

A New Year's Message: Today's sermon looks at the new work God wants to do within the lives of the believers and the church, giving a new beginning through a new heart and spirit.

New Year Sermon - New Heart, New Spirit, New Beginnings Ezekiel 36:22-32 {Audio File: https://mega.nz/#!7FUH0YxD!ppsMf0WQL9ED0JjGR-iiQLgdy3IwyoUTOTY7Jh1oa7w} This is not the first time I’ve taught on these Scripture verses, and I doubt that it will be the last, because of just how powerful they ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:22-32

Denomination: Foursquare

The Throne Of His Glory

Contributed by William D. Brown on Apr 15, 2011

When He is seated on the “Throne of His glory” the 7 year tribulation is over, Armageddon is over, and now He is going to judge the individuals from all nations that made it through the horrible Tribulation as to how they treated His Jewish brethren, th

Matt. 25:31-46. THE THRONE OF HIS GLORY 4-16-11 Today I want to talk for a few minutes to do with what is involved with “THE THRONE OF HIS GLORY” that we’ll read about in our text. In order for us to understand this “Throne of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Baptist

The Ancient Office Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 25, 2006

The one office we see early in the book of Genesis that continues through eternity in the Book of Revelation is the office of elder! This office is so important that every Christian should understand and support it.

The Ancient Office (I Peter 5:1-4) 1. A pastor thought God gave Him an idea, and he presented it in the monthly elders meeting. After giving his most impassioned plea and really “selling” the idea to the elder board, the board voted and voted down the pastors proposed changes 12-1. The head elder ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

It Is Well With My Soul

Contributed by Gerry Takaria on Jul 12, 2025

There are moments in life when storms rage, when pain and uncertainty threaten our peace. Yet, there is a profound declaration that echoes through the ages: "It is well with my soul."

"It Is Well with My Soul" Introduction There are moments in life when storms rage, when pain and uncertainty threaten our peace. Yet, there is a profound declaration that echoes through the ages: "It is well with my soul." This phrase, immortalized by Horatio Spafford after ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Stubborn Evangelist Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

This short story is one where Jonah is in flight; it’s also one where God is in pursuit. Jonah’s life is really one of a boomerang for he ends up in the place that ran from in the beginning. For four chapters we’ll witness Jonah’s futile flight as well as God’s persistent pursuit.

Note: The entire book of Jonah is read before I preach. Today we launch a new four part series entitled Jonah: The Stubborn Evangelist. And it is coming at just the right time for our church (more on the timing in just a moment). Most only know it as an amusing story about a prophet and a “whale.” ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Confidence

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Mar 2, 2004

It’s too bad that not all believers experience the confidence God wants us to have as His children. But He has gone to great lengths to give us this confidence through the sending of His Son.

I think the greatest film that’s ever been made in the history of filmmaking, and this is my own humble opinion, is “Saving Private Ryan.” And the reason I like Saving Private Ryan so much is because it has one of the most potent theological statements ever made in film. The thing is it’s not an ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical Free

4th Of July - Independence Day Devotion

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 5, 2025

Our Independence Day Is Only Possible Through Our Dependence on God. Our Independence Requires Our Dependence on Christ. Our Declaration of Dependence is...IN GOD WE TRUST.

2025.07.04 Sermon Notes: 4TH OF JULY - INDEPENDENCE DAY DEVOTION William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Our Independence Day Is Only Possible Through Our Dependence on God. Our Independence Requires Our Dependence on Christ. Our Declaration of Dependence is... “IN GOD WE TRUST.” SCRIPTURES: Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12, Psalm 33:10-22, Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Finding Your Purpose" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Feb 27, 2017

Most of us are tired and weary of the same old, same old when we come to church. We don’t want to feel like when we attend that we are simply going through the motions. People no longer come to church because it is the right thing to do.

“Finding your Purpose” Ephesians 1:11-12 Listen to what God’s word says in Paul’s letter to the church in Ephesus. Ephesians 1:11-12 Eugene Peterson who wrote the message paraphrased this verse... Here it is...”It’s in Christ that we find out who we are and what we are living for. Long before we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Legacy Of Faith: A Good Report Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 24, 2025

This sermon explains that the greatest legacy we can leave, as seen in the lives of the Old Testament saints, is a "good report" from God, which is obtained not by our own accomplishments but through active faith in His promises.

Introduction: The Power of a Testimony Imagine for a moment that you are attending a funeral. As friends and family stand up to speak, what do they talk about? They don't read a list of the person's assets or their job titles. They tell stories. They speak of the person's character, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:2

Denomination: Baptist

Where Are The Figs?

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jul 20, 2005

On a close inspection of our life what do we find. Have my years of privileged & opportunity through my sin & indifference has carried me future & further from God?

Where Are The Figs? Mk. 12:11-21 Many are like that famous painting of olden time, in which the artist depicted what seemed at a distance a holy friar with a book before him,, and his hands crossed in devotion, looking like a saint indeed, but when you came close to the venerable impostor, you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:11-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Christmas Story - Part 1 - Days 1-6 Series

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Dec 5, 2020

This series gives a thought for each day taking us through the events of the birth and early life of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Part 1 includes Days 1-6.

DAY ONE Before the angel Gabriel talked to Mary, Gabriel visited Zacharias the priest. Gabriel told Zacharias that his elderly, barren wife Elisabeth would have a son. Gabriel said, “And you will name him John.” (vs 13) We know him as John the Baptist. Gabriel told Zacharias several things ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25, Luke 1:26-38, Luke 1:39, Luke 1:40-45, Luke 1:67-80  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist