Sermons on Confrontation:

Why It Rained When Elijah Prayed

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 25, 2016

Many times we become discouraged if things don’t go exactly our way. We become angry and bitter and often we blame God. Accusing Him of not answering our prayers

Why It Rained When Elijah Prayed I Kings 18:1-8, 41-46 Many times we become discouraged if things don’t go exactly our way. We become angry and bitter and often we blame God. Accusing Him of not answering our prayers. But God is not at fault – we are. We are the one’s who are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-46

Denomination: Baptist

God Is One And Only! Series

Contributed by Larry Vollink on Dec 12, 2020

The Ten commandments starts with the truth that there is only one God and not other exists on the earth

The First Commandment is God as the object of worship. It logically flows from understanding who God is and what He has done for us and we have the obligation to obey Him. Nothing can come before God and He is the only God whom we worship and serve. “I” is an absolute word belongs ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Death Defeated Death

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 6, 2020

Yes, that's what Jesus did on Easter morn His death defeated death and the Good News is through the grace and mercy of Christ He will bring us up out of that grave>

Death Defeated Death Matthew 28:1-10 1. Easter confronts us with the reality of death. • death isn’t normal — • Death is not a friend to be embraced • Death is a destructive, insidious force, not to be reconciled to, but to be reckoned with. Paul says in I Corinthians 15:26, death is not a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

The Call To Personal Witnessing

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Jun 25, 2014

;But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: And ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth; (Acts 1:8).

Disclaimer Please note that all my sermons come from the Lord. But I get my info from many sources from my library and other sources. I do not claim all material as my originality. I don’t quote all sources but I give credit to the Lord who is the author of all sermons. “All originality and no ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 30. The Avoidance Of Oaths James 5:12 Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 3, 2021

Above all, my brothers and sisters, do not swear--not by heaven or by earth or by anything else. All you need to say is a simple "Yes" or "No." Otherwise you will be condemned.

Text Lesson 30. James 5:12 (NIV) Above all, my brothers and sisters, do not swear--not by heaven or by earth or by anything else. All you need to say is a simple "Yes" or "No." Otherwise you will be condemned. Commentary on James 5:12 Above all, my brothers and sisters, do ...read more

Scripture: James 5:12

Denomination: Baptist

Was Blind But Now I See.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 23, 2022

He put clay upon mine eyes, and I washed, and do see.

WAS BLIND BUT NOW I SEE. John 9:13-25. JOHN 9:13. The neighbours brought the now-seeing man-born-blind to the Pharisees. Perhaps they felt that such an astounding miracle needed further investigation. JOHN 9:14. The author comments here that “it was the sabbath day when Jesus made the clay, ...read more

Scripture: John 9:13-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Pledge For A Sure Future.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 10, 2022

A promise of a full redemption and restoration.

A PLEDGE FOR A SURE FUTURE. Jeremiah 32:1-3a, Jeremiah 32:6-15. The wonderful words of hope which are found in Jeremiah 30-33 were spoken whilst Jeremiah was shut up in the court of the prison in the king of Judah's house (Jeremiah 32:2). Jeremiah was accused of committing treason, no less, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:1-3, Jeremiah 32:6-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

New Things

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on May 13, 2022

God's will shall be done when Christ returns to rule.

New Things – Revelation 21: 1 - 6 Intro: The City Bank of Binghamton, New York, sent an arrangement of beautiful flowers to the management of their new branch on the occasion of their opening a new facility. Unfortunately, the florist placed the wrong card on the flowers. It read, “Deepest ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Daniel In A Putrefying (Decaying) World Series

Contributed by Dotun Jegede on Feb 6, 2022

Daniel 6: 3-5 KJV 3 Then this Daniel was preferred above the presidents and princes, because an excellent spirit was in him...

Daniel 6: 3-5 KJV 3 Then this Daniel was preferred above the presidents and princes, because an excellent spirit was in him... 4 Then the presidents and princes sought to find occasion against Daniel concerning the kingdom; but they could find none occasion nor fault; for as much as he was ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:3-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Deceitful Heart And Unmasking Self-Deception Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 26, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the mechanisms of self-deception, its consequences, and the biblical guidance for overcoming this insidious trap.

The Bible warns us that our hearts are "deceitful above all things" (Jeremiah 17:9). This sobering truth reveals the propensity of our inner selves to distort reality, leading us down a path of self-deception. In this sermon, we'll explore the mechanisms of self-deception, its ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:9

Examining Our Heroes And Our Hearts

Contributed by Don Campbell on Feb 2, 2026

In Matthew 23, Jesus pronounced seven woes denouncing superficial righteousness.

EXAMINING OUR HEROES AND OUR HEARTS MATTHEW 23 INTRODUCTION A. Lilyan Wilder in Professionally Speaking refers to the “invent-an-image politicians,” in which many politicians hire consultants to teach them how to “look natural.” She says that it doesn’t work because, “You can’t create humanity ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:25-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Are The Sins That God Can’t Forgive? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 18, 2024

There is only one sin that God cannot forgive, and that is blasphemy against the Holy Spirit .

There is only one sin that God cannot forgive, and that is blasphemy against the Holy Spirit (Mark 3:28-30, Matthew 12:31-32, Luke 12:10). This sin is considered unpardonable because it involves a deliberate and conscious rejection of God's mercy and grace, as manifested through the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:28-30, Luke 12:10

Forgiveness To Family Members

Contributed by Edison Jay Sanz on Nov 15, 2024

Unable to hold any longer, a tearful Joseph reveals his true identity to his brothers.

I. The CONFRONTATION With His Brothers. 1. The REQUEST of Joseph *verse 1, (he asked those PRESENT to have PRIVACY for the siblings) Then Joseph could no longer control himself before all his attendants, and he cried out, “Have everyone leave my presence!” So there was no one with Joseph ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Light Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 27, 2023

1st John isn’t a letter, but a poetic sermon sent to churches that were being threatened by hostile people.

God is Light April 30, 2023 1st John isn’t a letter, but a poetic sermon sent to churches that were being threatened by hostile people. John was writing to a group of believers scattered around Asia who needed encouragement. 1 John 1:5-7 NIV This is the message we have heard from him and declare ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-7, John 3:19-21, John 8:12, John 1:1-5, Matthew 5:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Devils Believe Also.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 22, 2023

The devils believe that Jesus is the Son of God.

THE DEVILS BELIEVE ALSO. Matthew 8:28-34. The account of the two men possessed with devils is a dramatic demonstration of the kind of spiritual warfare which is going on for the bodies, minds and souls of mankind. We notice, first of all, that it was Jesus who initiated this particular ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:28-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational