Sermons on Controlled:

#1 Dig Your Own Well? Codependence.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 17, 2021

This is part 1 of a 2 part lesson on the imbalance of a codependent attitude. Several Bible characters never had a personal experience with Jesus. They depended on others.

#1 DIG MY OWN WELL? BEING CODEPENDENT By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (#1 OF 2 PARTS) ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 5:15, Philippians 4:5, 1 Samuel 15:27-30, Acts 8:24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Exchange Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 23, 2022

On Christmas we expect to hear that Jesus’ arrival made everything right! And in once sense it did, but really Jesus’ arrival turned everything upside down.

I. Introduction There are a lot of things that I love about Christmas. The music. The get togethers. The excitement over giving gifts. Haven't you noticed the older you get how much more exciting it is to give the unexpected gift than it is to receive the unexpected gift? The lights. The jog ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Backseat Driver

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Feb 3, 2024

Letting God lead is easy when things are going the way we think they should. When God takes us down paths we don't like, we want to take the wheel of the proverbial car of life.

Backseat Driver Both our daughters have recently started a driver's education course. I can remember the very first time I was behind the wheel of a car. My dad decided to let me drive. He regretted it immediately. As he sat in the passenger seat directing me, I put my foot on the gas and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28, Proverbs 3:3-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Kingdom Keys - Ester Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on May 22, 2023

Ester’s plan demonstrates God's plan to rescue and protect his people using ordinary people and events while continuing to move the Kingdom forward.

So maybe you’ve heard it said, ‘read your bible’ so you tried and failed. Our hope as leaders is that all of us will pick up God’s word and come to understand the true nature of God. After all, the bible is God’s Word curated over centuries detailing His nature, His will, the meaning of life and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, Esther 4:14-17, Matthew 10:29, Genesis 17:1, Exodus 6:3, Job 13:3, Acts 20:24, Romans 8:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Making It Home

Contributed by Arthur Miller on Aug 4, 2023

Sin so easily entangles us, but with difficulty we must chuck everything that hinders overboard so we will make it home.

Have you ever thought about Saul who would later become the Apostle Paul? What an outstanding young man Saul became. His parents had to be proud of him. We are able to piece together several things about his younger years. In Acts 22:1-3 we see that he is a Jew born in Tarsus. Now Tarsus was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:1-3, Philippians 3:4-6, Acts 22:4-5, Hebrews 12:1-3, Philippians 3:7-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

John: The Youngest Disciple Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 27, 2023

John is identified as the disciple who is loved by Christ. Faithful love produces Christ followers.

“That which was from the beginning, which I have heard, and which I have seen with my eyes, and my hands have handled, the Word of Life. This life was manifested … I have seen and bear witness, and tell you that eternal life which was with the Father was manifested to Me. I tell you so you can have ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-3, John 15:13

Denomination: Baptist

Why Are We Told To Grow Where We Are Planted?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 15, 2023

We are told that believers should be content where they are and abide with God. We are to Bud, Bloom, Blossom and be Blissful wherever we are. It takes time for us to get to where God wants us to be.

If we are faithful in what God has called us to do, we will be brought up (budding). God has a plan, and He is preparing for us to bloom. God brings us through trials in order for us to blossom. We are to wait for Him while He prepares us to be in the condition that we are to be in. In this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:17-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Titus (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Oct 6, 2021

Written by Paul in 65 AD as he was travelling from Macedonia to Crete (a Greek island). Preach the Word, ordain elders, silence false teachers - c/o Marilyn Hickey Ministries; footnotes from biblegateway.com

Salutation 1 Paul, a bond-servant of God and an (WAS A DISCIPLE, NOW AN) apostle of Jesus Christ, [a]for the faith of those chosen of God and the knowledge of the truth which is according to godliness, 2 in the hope of eternal life, which God, who cannot lie, promised [b]long ages ago, 3 but ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Say Yes To The Dress Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 12, 2018

Like CJ Mahaney, I speak because the glory of God is at stake in the way women dress.

Text: 1 Timothy 2:9-10, Title: Say Yes To The Dress, Date/Place: WHBC, 3.25.18, AM A. Opening illustration: Simplicity and complexity of the gospel/bible: deep enough to baffle, confound, and drown the greatest theologians, yet simple and shallow enough for a child to understand B. Background to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The Wind Of Change

Contributed by William Meakin on May 13, 2021

Many things happen in life, often without warning.

Page Joseph Falkinburg, better known by his ring name: Diamond Dallas Page (DDP) a retired American professional wrestler, fitness instructor, motivational speaker, and actor once remarked: “In our personal and professional lives, we are constantly hit with one adversity after the other, most of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3, John 14:26

The Almighty God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 2, 2025

The Almighty God is the One who has supreme power and authority over all creation. He is El Shaddai, the All-Sufficient One, whose might and strength are limitless.

THE ALMIGHTY GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 17:1 “When Abram was ninety-nine years old, the Lord appeared to him and said, ‘I am God Almighty; walk before me faithfully and be blameless.’” Supporting Texts: Job 42:2 Revelation 1:8 Isaiah 40:28 Jeremiah 32:17 Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1, Job 42:2, Revelation 1:8, Isaiah 40:28, Jeremiah 32:17, Psalm 91:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon On The Clarity Of Mindfulness

Contributed by William Meakin on Feb 9, 2025

The clarity of mindfulness can be associated with a state of mental sharpness where one can think clearly, focus attentively, and process information efficiently without feeling bewildered or enraptured, essentially allowing for rational decision-making and a clear understanding of situations.

Jon Kabat-Zinn, an American educator once remarked: “Mindfulness is about love and loving life. When you cultivate this love, it gives you clarity and compassion for life, and your actions happen in accordance with that.” Acts 17:29 reminds us: “Being then God's offspring, we ought not to think ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, Colossians 3:2, Proverbs 3:5-6, Romans 12:2

No Grave: Finding Jesus

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Apr 21, 2025

The women at the tomb went out on a search to "find Jesus". We look into their lives discovering what Jesus meant to them. Also the angels answer to them.

Title: Finding Christ – No Grave Can Stop Him Text: Mark 16:1 - 8 Mar 16:1-8 Now when the Sabbath was past, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices, that they might come and anoint Him. (2) Very early in the morning, on the first day of the week, they came to the tomb ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8, Revelation 1:12-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Go! And Let The Spirit Tame Your Tongue James 3:7–12 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 20, 2025

Words matter. In a world full of noise, God calls us to be voices of truth, grace, and love. James reminds us that the tongue—though small—holds immense power. Our words have the capacity to praise God or to curse people.

Go! And Let the Spirit Tame Your Tongue James 3:7-12 James 3:7-12 (NLT): "People can tame all kinds of animals, birds, reptiles, and fish, but no one can tame the tongue. It is restless and evil, full of deadly poison. Sometimes it praises our Lord and Father, and sometimes it curses those ...read more

Scripture: James 3:7-12, Proverbs 18:21, Matthew 12:34, Galatians 5:22-23, John 1:1, Isaiah 53:7, Romans 10:9, Psalm 141:3, Genesis 1:27, Luke 18:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Challenge

Contributed by David Tack on Nov 22, 2024

Second Timothy was a letter written by the Apostle Paul, who finds himself a prisoner confined in a Roman prison awaiting certain execution. Here, we find the Apostle challenging one of his young converts (Timothy) not to be timid because God gives the spirit of power, love and of a sound mind.

The Challenge (2 Timothy 1:7) Second Timothy was a letter written by the Apostle Paul, who finds himself a prisoner confined in a Roman prison awaiting certain execution. Here, we find the Apostle challenging one of his young converts (Timothy) not to be timid because God gives the spirit of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7, Philippians 2:20, 2 Timothy 1:6, 2 Timothy 1:8, 2 Corinthians 3:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist