Sermons on Confronting:

Authority

Contributed by William Baeta on Aug 18, 2011

“ I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.” Matt. 16:19.

One of the most important activities of the believer’s life is prayer. No matter how important and necessary it is prayer cannot take the place of the exercising of our authority. There are situations in life when Jesus Christ expects us to use the authority that He has given us instead of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Are We Divided?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 11, 2009

Truth divides from error not lives in peaceful coexistence.

Why Are We Divided? I do not know if there has ever been a time since the 1st Century when there has been so much talk about unifying the Church. The problem is that we are more divided than ever and that division keeps increasing on nearly a daily basis. In fact, those who speak the most about ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

True Love Waits Series

Contributed by Nick Hodges on Jan 4, 2016

In a relationship, we have a #1 Desire For One Another but we must #2 Resist Sexual Temptation and #3 Protect Our Virginity.

Intro • We live in a world today that has truly given itself to its lustful desires. • Think about it, one cannot go a day without being confronted with the sexual lusts of this world. • When you turn on the TV, good luck finding something to watch that doesn't have scantily ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Chronicle Of Courage Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jul 25, 2016

It takes courage to move in the will of God. Elijah's faith brought the courage necessary to face the evil of his day. We learns lessons for our own day from Elijah's experience with King Ahab.

When last we encountered our hero, Elijah, he was performing miracles for a widow and her son in Zarephath. Here’s an interesting note I need to make as we begin because today we’ll see another miracle Elijah performs. There are basically three clusters of miracles in the bible. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:20-39

Denomination: Methodist

The Conversion Of Paul Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 16, 2016

Paul's encounter with the Lord brought about a radical transformation in his life. He began a walk of faith with the Lord that offered hope and assurance of eternal life. Of all the walks one takes with the Lord by faith, salvation is by far the best.

Series: Walking by Faith # 6 The Conversion of Paul Acts 9: 1-9 Over the past several weeks we have considered various accounts of those who walked by faith and received the abundance of the Lord. Our text today also reveals a walk of faith. While this encounter is much different than the previous ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Hated For Healing Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 26, 2017

The opposition Jesus faced continued as He sought to reveal Himself as the Christ. Sadly they failed to see Him for who He really was. Many today deny and oppose the Gospel, but we must remain committed to share!

Hated for Healing Mark 3: 1-6 Our text today, once again finds Jesus in the synagogue on the Sabbath. While there He performed a great miracle. Unfortunately, this marvelous act of grace is overshadowed by the suspicion and animosity of the Pharisees. Our studies in chapter two revealed the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Reel Talk - Pt. 1 - Kong: Skull Island Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2017

Movies + Pop Corn + Church = Reel Talk

Reel Talk Pt. 1 - Kong Skull Island I. Introduction Godzilla. The Creature from the Black Lagoon. The Blob. Frankenstein. All classic monster characters. However, the one monster that has stood the test of times and continues to end up on film is King Kong. The story line doesn't change much. King ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 16:29-30, 1 Kings 18:17-18, 1 Kings 21:17-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

"The Characteristics Of False Repentance” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 22, 2018

Paul helps us understand false repentance.

Last time, we defined repentance as a change of mind that results in a change of heart that results in a change of action. That is why real repentance is all about turning my life around. We focused on verse 10, where Paul says repentance leads to salvation. For the unbeliever, repentance leads ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

New Beginning

Contributed by Brendon Wasdell on Dec 28, 2019

This New Year If Your are faced with fear and distress Prepare in the Spirit, Pray In the Spirit, Persevere in The Spirit

Outline Gen 32 Key words Fear a Distress 1. Gen 32:1-21 Jacob Prepares to Meet Esau a. Gen 32:1-5 Jacob is prepared (by Angels and sends messengers from Mahanaim to Seir) b. Gen 32:6-8 Jacob receives bad news (Esau May Attack) c. Gen 32:9-12 Jacob Prays d. Gen 32:13-21 Jacob Acts with Wisdom from ...read more

A Thanksgiving Response Of Gratitude

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Nov 25, 2021

The psalmist understands that he and his people have received a great blessing from God. First, God had brought them out of captivity. Secondly, God had given a homeland, a place of their own. Now desires that God would complete the wonderful work He has started in them.

Sermon: A Thanksgiving Response of Gratitude Psalms 85:1 “LORD, You have been gracious to Your land; You have brought back the captivity of Jacob. 2 You have forgiven the iniquity of Your people; You have covered all their sins. Selah. 3 You have taken away all Your wrath; You have turned from the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:1-7, John 1:14, John 1:17, Acts 9:31

Denomination: Methodist

What's In The Wilderness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 19, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' wilderness experience, emphasizing trials as opportunities for spiritual growth and deepening faith, guided by God's wisdom and strength.

Welcome, beloved brothers and sisters, to this sacred gathering where we seek to understand and embrace the profound wisdom of God's Word. Today, we're going to be looking at a passage that has a deep resonance with each of our lives, a passage that tells a tale of struggle, solitude, and spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Topics: Wilderness, Spiritual Growth

Unveiling Injustice PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 4, 2024

This sermon addresses the misuse of spiritual power, monetary exploitation, and abuse within the church, urging believers to seek truth and wisdom in these challenging times. 2 Timothy

Greetings, dear friends and fellow sojourners in the faith. It's a joy to gather together in this sacred space, where the echoes of hymns still linger in the rafters, where the whispers of prayers have seeped into the walls, and where the Word of God is the foundation upon which we stand. Today, we ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 5:1-13, 2 Timothy 3:1-5, Ecclesiastes 4:1-6

Topics: Abusive Power, Exposing, Overcoming

Jezebel PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024

This sermon explores the story of Jezebel to illustrate the enslaving power of sin and the liberating grace of God's mercy and justice.

Greetings, dear friends. I'm so glad you've chosen to join us today as we gather, not just as a congregation, but as a family, united in our love for our Savior and our desire to grow closer to Him. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. God has a word for us today, a message of ...read more

Scripture: John 8:34

Topics: Jezebel

What Happens When Revival Really Comes

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 24, 2004

A look at the diffence between real revival and man-made "revival meetings."

Starting Point: Revival only happens when the fire of God falls from heaven. - v. 38. - I didn’t know how exactly to share this passage, then it occurred to me that what’s in this passage serves as an example for us of a real revival. - too often, we call something a revival that isn’t really ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:38-44

Denomination: Baptist

Sharing Your Faith

Contributed by Miguel Pinell on Dec 14, 2006

John 4:1-10 teaches us a method used by Jesus to share the good news

If you are a believer in Jesus Christ, your life is a living testimony to the world. Through the scriptures we find several examples from which we can learn how we could share God’s message; in today’s reading we find a very good example from Jesus on sharing. Here we find many valuables lessons, ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-21

Denomination: Baptist