Sermons on Contemptible:

Of Mbappe, Pele And The "Original Pele”!!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Jul 23, 2018

Gleaning valuable spiritual lessons in the process of tracing the origin of the name "Pele" (with the Football fever still on) to its Biblical roots!!!

Of MBAPPE, PELE AND THE “ORIGINAL PELE”!!! Well, the Football fiesta in Russia has ended. However during any Football WC, the name of Pele would invariably do the rounds. In 1982…one Diego Maradona was branded as “White Pele”. The exploits of ...read more

Denomination: *other

Maintaining God’s Intent For Marriage(& Singleness)-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 6, 2018

1 of ? Paul answered the inquiries & clarified the concerns of the Corinthian Christians regarding marriage. How are Christians to maintain God’s intent for marriage? Maintaining God’s intent for marriage(& singleness) demands a concentration upon...

MAINTAINING GOD’s INTENT For MARRIAGE(& Singleness)-I—1Corinthians 7:1-9 (Making Marriage Worthy of its Creator) Attention: Never My Intention: MARION Co., Fla. (WCTV) Friday, June 22, 2018, The Florida Highway Patrol reported a chain reaction crash involving four cars where two people ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus And Tolerance Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Aug 7, 2018

What tolerance means, and also what it does not mean

JESUS AND TOLERANCE Will Rogers was known for his laughter, but he also knew how to weep. One day he was entertaining at a hospital in Los Angeles that specialized in rehabilitating polio victims and people with other extreme physical handicaps. Of course, Rogers had everybody laughing, even ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-19

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Why Her And Not Him?

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 24, 2018

A study in the book of Numbers 12: 1 – 16

Numbers 12: 1 – 16 Why her and not him? 12 Then Miriam and Aaron spoke against Moses because of the Ethiopian woman whom he had married; for he had married an Ethiopian woman. 2 So they said, “Has the LORD indeed spoken only through Moses? Has He not spoken through us also?” And the LORD heard it. ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

"Minas And Me:" The Parable Of The Minas

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Sep 10, 2023

In the parable of the Minas, or what I am calling, “Minas and Me,” we are looking at the meaning behind the parable and the minas Jesus used as an example. And what the parable says, and what the minas mean, will define our mission until Jesus returns.

Parables to Live By “Minas and Me:” The Parable of the Minas Luke 19:11-27 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-c-AJNC0TU&t=11s During the late 70s and early 80s, there was great expectation within the church that Jesus would be returning soon. The reason was because ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Foursquare

The Second Coming Of Christ - Part 7: While We Wait For The Lord’s Return... Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 15, 2023

While we wait, be sure to answer these 4 questions: 1. What gifts do I have from God? (vs. 14-15). 2. Am I gaining all I can for God’s Kingdom? (vs. 16-18). 3. What is our ultimate goal for life? (vs. 19-23). 4. Do I really know God? (vs. 24-30).

The Second Coming of Christ Part 7: While We Wait for the Lord’s Return... The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 25:13-30; Luke 19:11-17 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared March 15, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 25:13. Most of you know that by now, it was only 2 or 3 days before ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:13-30, Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Day God Died Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 27, 2023

Mark's version of the crucifixion of Jesus is concise and focuses mostly on the people who witnessed the crucifixion and their response to it. We too must respond to the crucifixion of Jesus and it is something that we must do daily.

Introduction A. I want to begin with a true story about a girl named Donna and a boy named Felipe. 1. Donna Ashlock and Felipe Graza were high school freshman in a small farming community near San Francisco. 2. Felipe was infatuated with Donna and considered her his girlfriend. 3. He would often go ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:20-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fear Not; Be Not Afraid Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 8, 2023

New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon.

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 14:28-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fear Not; Be Not Afraid Part 2

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Dec 12, 2023

This is the second part of the Bible Study lesson on fear. All passages are from the NKJV.

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by brothers Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 14:28-38, Hebrews 3:12-18, Matthew 14:22-32, Mark 5:35-43, Luke 8:22-25, Hebrews 3:7-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Commitment To Truth Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 29, 2022

Our Commitment to Truth Series: Cracks – Engaging Our Divided Times 
Brad Bailey – February 20, 2022

Our Commitment to Truth Series: Cracks – Engaging Our Divided Times ?Brad Bailey – February 20, 2022 Intro Continuing in our series focusing on navigating through our divided times. We are focusing on identifying some of the main issues which have been dividing both our culture at large...and ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32, Zechariah 8:3, Zechariah 8:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Well Do You Know The Lord Jesus Christ? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 2, 2022

Everybody needs to know that Jesus is: 1. The Great Physician (vs. 14-15). 2. The promised Messiah (vs. 16-21). 3. The Prince of Peace (vs. 14-16, 19-20). 4. The only possible Savior (vs. 18, 21).

How Well Do You Know the Lord Jesus Christ? The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 12:14-21 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared April 2, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 12. Remember that by this point, Jesus was in the second year of His earthly ministry. And in this chapter we see the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

In The Beginning - The Great Reset Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Feb 19, 2024

GOD’s Creation was given free will, but they chose to sin. When evil and wickedness abounded, GOD had enough. But Noah found grace in the eyes of the LORD, and was spared judgment for his household, and the remnant of creation. This is the account of the GREAT RESET

2024.02.18. Sermon Notes. IN THE BEGINNING – THE GREAT RESET William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA. GOD’s Creation was given free will, and because of sin, wickedness became rampant on the earth. The thoughts of mankind were evil and GOD had enough. But, Noah found grace in the eyes of the LORD, and was ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-22, Genesis 7:1-24, Genesis 8:1-22, Psalm 25:14, Hebrews 11:7, 1 Peter 3:20, Luke 17:26-27, 2 Peter 3:2-14, Jude 1:24-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The God Of The Living (Contd) - Mark 12:18-27 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Feb 20, 2024

Jesus destroys the logic of those who deny the resurrection.

Mark 12:18 Then the Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came to him with a question. 19 "Teacher," they said, "Moses wrote for us that if a man's brother dies and leaves a wife but no children, the man must marry the widow and have children for his brother. 20 Now there ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:18-27, Matthew 22:23-33, Luke 20:27-38

I Am Rescued Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 2, 2022

I Am Rescued Series: Made for More (Ephesians) May 8, 2022 - Brad Bailey

I Am Rescued Series: Made for More (Ephesians) May 8, 2022 - Brad Bailey Intro I was talking to mother expecting her first child… said don’t try to be a perfect mom…. I had the general need for grace in mind… but I suppose it’s because our whole story is one of grace… of sinners being ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Missing God's Best For Your Life? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 10, 2022

1. Have I measured the value of my life? (vs. 24-26). 2. Have I determined my destiny? (vs. 26). 3. Do I recognize my responsibility before God? (vs. 27). 4. Am I trusting Jesus when I don't understand? (vs. 28). 5. Am I focused on Christ's return? (vs. 27-28).

Are You Missing God's Best for Your Life? The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 16:24-28 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared September 10, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 16. This chapter began with Christ-rejecting Pharisees and Sadducees trying to trap Jesus by asking Him for a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-28

Denomination: Baptist