Sermons on Compassion For Poor:

Intoxicated? Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 11, 2020

1) The Prohibition (Ephesians 5:18a), 2) The Product (Ephesians 5:18b), 3) The Principle (Ephesians 5:18c) to avoid intoxication as a believer in Christ.

Ephesians 5:18a [18] And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, (but be filled with the Spirit), (ESV) If you have been following what has been deemed essential and non-essential by government officials during this COVID season, there has been some surprising designations. Corporate ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18

Denomination: Other

Fourfold Not Fivefold Ministry

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 18, 2020

Sometimes we need to take a fresh look at long held or cherished traditions and teachings.

Having been raised somewhat in the Methodist church and my wife in a Lutheran background being saved was not in our vernacular as neither one of us ever heard that concept. Both of us thought being baptized as a child was all we needed. That is sad since I learned about both Wesley and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16, 1 Corinthians 12:28, 2 Timothy 4:5, 1 Timothy 5:17, 1 Timothy 3:1-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Heavenly Mindedness That Produces Good Works Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 20, 2020

How does our citizenship in heaven shape the way we think and interact with the world around us? How does it inform our understanding of social justice? How does "eagerly" waiting for the Coming of Christ affect the way we live life?

Intro We are in a profound transition both in the church and in the nation. The presidential election is only weeks away. The results will take our nation and our lives in one of two very different directions. The church is also being reconfigured. Even now it looks very different than it did seven ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-7, Titus 2:11-14, Acts 1:11, John 14:2-3, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Philippians 1:27, Revelation 11:15, 2 Corinthians 4:4, 2 Thessalonians 3:10-12, 1 Timothy 5:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

God Is Good! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 25, 2020

God is good! And we know this because: 1. He has blessed us with the Bible (vs. 1-2). 2. He judges people with perfect justice (vs. 3-8). 3. He exposes our evil (vs. 9-20, 23). 4. He gives us His grace (21-24).

God Is Good! The Book of Romans Romans 3:1-24 (Reading vs. 1-10) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - April 10, 2016 (Revised September 25, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Romans chapter 3. Tonight's Scripture is like the closing argument in a trial where all ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Take Off

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 23, 2021

we need to have the propelling force to climb higher and higher until we get to this CRUISE ALTITUDE. How does one get to this cruise altitude spiritually?

Higher dimension with God! TAKE OFF! Matthew 17:1 Six days later Jesus *took with Him Peter and James and John his brother, and *led them up on a high mountain by themselves. INTRO: Takeoff is the phase of flight in which an aircraft goes through a transition from moving along the ground ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Psalm 58 - The Doom Of The Godless Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 29, 2021

Psalm 58 is classified as an imprecatory psalm {1], chiefly because of the sixfold curse in verses 6-9. In it, David is calling for judgment, but not because of some personal wrong done to him. It is rather the failure of the rulers to administer justice, and the abuse of judicial power.

Home Lessons Wednesday, December 16, 2015 Tom Lowe PSALM 58 Title: THE DOOM OF THE GODLESS (To the choirmaster; Altaschith {2], Michtam of David, according to Due Not Destroy.) Theme: An imprecatory prayer against the enemy Psalm 58 (KJV) 1 Do ye indeed speak ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 58:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Follow Jesus By Obeying Him Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 15, 2021

A disciple is one who follows Jesus no matter what.

Video: That’s My King I’ve watched this video many times over the years, and we’ve played it a couple times in services as well. It’s from a sermon by Shadrach Meshach Lockridge (isn’t that the best biblical name ever?). Different sections jump out at me each time… I wish I could describe Him ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-26, Matthew 4:19-22, Matthew 9:9

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven

Contributed by Anthony Stander on Feb 17, 2021

Php 3:20 For our citizenship is in heaven…….. The word heaven means: The abode of God, the angels, and the souls of those who are granted salvation.

HEAVEN Php 3:20 For our citizenship is in heaven…….. The word heaven means: The abode of God, the angels, and the souls of those who are granted salvation. I love that –the souls of those who are granted salvation! As Christians we have an incredible hope and an ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:20

Don't Put Your Investments In Bags With Holes

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Feb 17, 2021

Haggai's messages led to the restoration of the Temple. He challenged the people by using three themes : Encouragement, Warning, and Hope. This message raises critical questions for Christians and churches as we seek God's will, especially while witnessing a changing landscape.

God often uses a single voice to stir the hearts of his people. These prophetic voices often come at crucial points in history. Here are some examples. • The Prime Minister Winston Churchill’s inspiring oratory is believed to have helped save Britain in WWII. • On November 2, 1863, several ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:6-7, Matthew 19:21, Haggai 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lesson #21 [id4] Reminder Of The Promises Of God Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 22, 2020

There are many different responses to the Gospel. The point of Jesus’ parable in Matthew 13 was not to plant doubt in the hearts of the disciples. Rather, Jesus was showing His disciples how many ways the human heart can respond to the good news.

2/18/20 Tom Lowe Lesson #21 [ID4] Reminder of the (Hebrews 6:9-20) Scripture: Hebrews 6:9-20 (NIV) 9Even though we speak like this, dear friends, we are convinced of better things in your case—the things that have to do with salvation. 10God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Promises For Every Need: Lukewarm Faith Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Oct 28, 2020

This morning we are going to cover several different areas of thought and I am going to share a Bible verse which highlights this area of the Christian faith. Please listen honestly and openly to God’s Word and see if this is an area where you are useful and passionate, or useless and lukewarm.

God’s Promises for Every Need: Lukewarm Faith Revelation 3:14-22 #EveryNeed INTRODUCTION I will need 3 volunteers today from the congregation to come up here, sit at this table for a moment, try some food, and answer a few questions. None of it is gross like last time when we had flavored ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Son Of Man

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 21, 2022

The beautiful title "Son of Man" is important to the believer. This message looks at how this title establishes Jesus’ messiahship, how it establishes Jesus’ humanity, and how it establishes mankind’s victory over sin and death.

There is a beautiful praise song by Travis Ryan entitled, “Son of God, Son of Man” that goes like this: “Holy King on Heaven’s throne, heart of mercy to atone; so He takes on flesh and bone as angels sing Hallelujah. Son of God, Son of Man; Heaven’s Lion, perfect Lamb. Suffering servant, Great I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:61-62, Luke 18:31-33, Luke 19:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Esther Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 3, 2022

Mordecai, Esther's uncle, offended a high court official called Haman, who decided to kill not only Mordecai but all the Jews in the Persian empire. Esther turned the tables on Mordecai. She pleaded with the King, and Haman was punished – hanged on the very gallows he had built for Mordecai.

The story of Esther centers around Queen Vashti, King Ahasuerus, Esther, Mordecai, Haman, and the Jewish people. If you are not already familiar with these individuals, they have been briefly introduced to us in the following paragraphs. Who was Esther? 1. Queen Vashti disobeyed the drunken orders ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:1-17, Esther 2:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

A Litmus Test Of Spiritual Well-Beng

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Mar 5, 2022

Using the analogy of a litmus test, this sermon juxtaposes the traits of arrogance over against the traits that reflect the DNA of love. It explores the inclusion of 1 Corinthians 13 sandwiched between chapters 12 and 14.

“Litmus test” is a process used to determine the nature of something. In the 14th century scientists discovered that litmus, a mixture of colored organic compounds obtained from lichen, turns red in acid solutions and blue in alkaline solutions and, thus, can be used as an acid-base indicator. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-3, 1 John 4:7-10, Matthew 22:36, John 1:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Desirable Determination Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 4, 2021

The old saying that where there is a will there is a way is confirmed over and over again. People with a spirit of determination are doing the improbable all the time, and by the grace and providence of God, sometimes even the impossible.

Alexander Solzhenitsyn is one of the great modern examples of the power of determination. He served time in the Siberian waste land for making a disparaging remark about Stalin in a letter. He endured six years of imprisonment, when he suddenly discovered the joy of writing. He was suffering for ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:14-22