Sermons on Contender:

Green (Envy) Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Sep 15, 2013

Part 1 of a series on Joseph.

If we were going to make a fashion catalog based on the descriptions of clothes we find in the Bible, how big do you suppose this catalog would be? A couple of pages could be dedicated to the uniforms that the priest and the high priest wore since we have detailed descriptions of these. Then ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Christ Offered Himself Afterwards Sat At God's Right Hand Series

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 19, 2014

To show that Only CHRIST's Perfect Sacrifice ended all sacrifices and offerings, now CHRIST is sitting at GOD's right hand.

I. EXORDIUM: What is the position of CHRIST in heaven? Is CHRIST standing or sitting down at GOD's right hand? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that Only CHRIST's Perfect Sacrifice ended all sacrifices and offerings, now CHRIST is sitting at GOD's right hand. IV. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christ Offered Himself Afterwards Sat At God's Right Hand Series

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 27, 2014

To show that Only CHRIST's Perfect Sacrifice ended all sacrifices and offerings, now CHRIST is sitting at GOD's right hand.

I. EXORDIUM: What is the position of CHRIST in heaven? Is CHRIST standing or sitting down at GOD's right hand? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that Only CHRIST's Perfect Sacrifice ended all sacrifices and offerings, now CHRIST is sitting at GOD's right hand. IV. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

From The Book “the Power Of The Spirit" By William Law

Contributed by David Leach on May 31, 2014

All truth about God must be revealed by God – and can only be known by a person’s heart

"The things of God knoweth no man, but the Spirit of God" (1Cor. 2:11). Without the present illumination of the Holy Spirit, the Word of God must remain a dead letter to every man, no matter how intelligent or well-educated he may be. The things of God "are spiritually discerned" (2:14), and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:11-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why This Election Is Crucial

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 13, 2016

America is at the Precipice. Rather than “voter disgust” depriving us of the will to vote, it’s more crucial than ever that we get involved in our representative government.

WHY THIS ELECTION IS CRUCIAL Ps. 33:12 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: SAGE THEN, POLITICIAN TODAY 1. Two men who lived in a small village got into a terrible dispute that they could not resolve. So they decided to talk to the town sage (wise man). 2. The first man went to the sage’s home and told ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A New Way Of Living For A New Year

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Dec 25, 2014

This message, A NEW WAY OF LIVING FOR A NEW YEAR, is designed to be a causative factor for the saved and the unsaved to reflect and anticipate.

A NEW WAY OF LIVING FOR A NEW YEAR (1/5) Another year is dawning, Dear Father let it be, In working or in waiting, Another year with thee. Another year of progress, Another year of praise, Another year of proving Thy presence all the days. Another year of mercies, Of faithfulness and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-20

Denomination: Church Of God

The Challenge Of God's Call-3 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 3, 2015

3 of 10. Exodus records the significance of God’s call to Moses. Answering God’s call is a significant challenge. But why? 16 challenges of/to answering God’s call. God’s call presents a challenge to...

The CHALLENGE OF GOD's CALL-III—Exodus 3:1-22 Assistance/Availability/Discovering/Significance Attention: Helicopter Pilot’s licence— A tourist with more money than she had sense, went to the Bahamas where she went to a flight school, insisting she wanted to learn to fly that ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Investing: Can Mentoring Mold A Man? Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 3, 2015

Investing can change one's financial portfolio. Investing in other people can impact them for eternity.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today we will begin a new seven-week series entitled “Learning To Lead.” • For some, when the subject of leadership is mentioned, they check out because they think, “I AM NOT A LEADER.” • MY contention is that everyone is a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ Or Antichrist: The Fact Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Nov 18, 2015

Who comes first, Christ or antichrist? This message lays the groundwork upon which we can build.

1. INTRODUCTION Yes, there are apparent contradictions in the Bible. A number of them! (I said apparent, not actual!) Ever tried to reconcile Divine Sovereignty with human free will? Justice with mercy? A Divine yet human Saviour? Ever struggled with the place of grace vs works in salvation? And ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Candle Of Hope Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 25, 2015

The candle of Hope is a candle we can light in Christ.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • As we get close to the celebration of Christmas, I want to take you thought a series entitled, “The Candles of Advent.” • Advent is a season observed by many Western Culture churches as a time of expectant waiting and preparation for the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:12-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prince Of Peace Over The Spirit World Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 12, 2014

Jesus speaks His authoritative Word & the strife and rage of demonic possession flees & leaves a great calm in its place. Jesus exercised authority & compassion that freed people even from demon possession.

MATTHEW 8:28-34 [THE MESSIAH REVEALED SERIES] PRINCE OF PEACE OVER THE SPIRIT WORLD [Revelation 18:1-8] Previously Jesus has demonstrated His power and authority over diseases and nature. Now we see His power over the unseen supernatural world. Jesus brings back lost life and demonstrates ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:28-34

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Big Enough To Uproot My Fear Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 15, 2016

Whatever fear we have, God is big enough to take care of it.

INTRODUCTION • PC VIDEO • SLIDE #1 • I remember seeing that when it came out, I was scared! • Depending on what list you find, Americans fear many things. One list of fear from selfhelpcollective.com suggests that the top two things people fear is flying and public ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Preparation Is Everything Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 22, 2016

Being a successful witness will take preparation.

Preparation Is Everything Text: Acts 17:1-9 Introduction 1. Illustration: Several centuries ago, a Japanese emperor commissioned an artist to paint a bird. A number of months passed, then several years, and still no painting was brought to the palace. Finally the emperor became so exasperated ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

Something Better

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Mar 21, 2014

God has something better in mind that what you are now experiencing

“Something Better” March 23, 2014 Hebrews 11:32-40 “And what more shall I say? I do not have time to tell about Gideon, Barak, Samson and Jephthah, about David and Samuel and the prophets, 33 who through faith conquered kingdoms, administered justice, and gained what was promised; ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-40

Denomination: Holiness

Reasons Why The Lord Let Our Enemies Stay

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 8, 2014

To show that GOD is our Trainor in life, experience and war, all spiritual in nature.

I. EXORDIUM: Did GOD trained us to win wars and be trained by our spiritual experience? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD is our Trainor in life, experience and war, all spiritual in nature. IV. TEXT: Judges 2:22-3:1 (New International Version) 2:22 I will ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal