Sermons on Cornelius Was Obedient:

Healing A Crippled Man At Bethesda Lesson 4

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 8, 2025

Why does God not heal everyone?

A. INTRODUCTION: JOHN 5:1-18 1. Springtime and Passover. “There was a feast of the Jews and Jesus went up” (John 5:1). 2. John’s purpose is belief. John doesn’t include 50 weeks of Jesus’ life to include events to motivate belief. “These things (signs) are written that ye might believe” ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

From Bad To Worse Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Apr 6, 2025

Moses tells Pharaoh to let his people go and then his day goes from bad to worse

The Story of Moses: From Bad to Worse Exodus 5-6 (Part 1) Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 04-06-2025 Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day Have you ever had a bad day? Probably not as bad as Alexander! In the course of one day, he wakes up with ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"The Path Is Set”

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Apr 11, 2025

This week marks our calendar what most refer to as “Palm Sunday” We are going to look at just the first day of the very busy week for Jesus.

“The Path Is Set” Matthew 21:1-17 This week marks our calendar what most refer to as “Palm Sunday” This is in reference to John 12:13 “Took branches of palm trees, and went forth to meet him, and cried, Hosanna: Blessed is the King of Israel that cometh in the name of the Lord.” We are going to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

He Must Increase, I Must Decrease

Contributed by Randy Crawford on Apr 24, 2025

Every believer faces the battle of self—pride, ambition, and the longing for recognition. John the Baptist’s profound statement in John 3:30, “He must increase, but I must decrease,” cuts straight to the heart of what it means to follow Christ.

He Must Increase, I Must Decrease” Introduction: Every believer faces the battle of self—pride, ambition, and the longing for recognition. John the Baptist’s profound statement in John 3:30, “He must increase, but I must decrease,” cuts straight to the heart of what it means to follow Christ. In a ...read more

Scripture: John 3:30-35

I Know God’s Got This

Contributed by Andrew Hoskins on Nov 15, 2025

Trusting God when it matters leads to true thanksgiving

A Journey of Faith, Trust, and Obedience Opening Story – The Broken Violin There was once a world-class violinist preparing for a major concert in a grand auditorium. As the audience settled in, he stepped on stage—not with his elegant hand-crafted violin, but with an old, scratched, cracked one ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, 2 Corinthians 5:7, James 2:17

Denomination: Baptist

The Last Day For Elijah

Contributed by Mitchell Leonard on Nov 23, 2025

A sermon to adults on Elijah's last day on Earth.

2 Kings 2:1-15 11/23/25 a.m. Can I ask you a question? If you knew that TODAY would be the last day of your life ... WHAT WOULD YOU DO? Would you spend it with Family and Friends? Give some hugs and kisses. Tell people that you lov’em. Would you do things that you had always wanted to do? ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Remaining A Conqueror Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 5, 2025

Make decisions in God’s presence.

A. ONE OF THE GREATEST CHOICE SPEECHES EVER 1. Because the conquerors had compromised. “Put away the foreign gods which are among you” (24:23). 2. Because they lost their dedication. “Turn your hearts to the Lord” (24:23, LB). 3. Because Joshua called them to make a decision he had made. “But ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Baptist

A Boyhood Of Jesus

Contributed by Jaeyoun Chang on Dec 26, 2025

Luke is the only one who records Jesus' childhood. Since the main recipients of the Gospel of Luke were Greeks

Introduction Except for the Gospel of Luke, the other gospels record Jesus from when he became an adult. Of course, the Gospel of Matthew records the circumstances when Jesus was born, Magi from the East who came and worshiped Jesus, and the story of Jesus' escape to Egypt, but it does not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40-52

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Study Of 1 John Chapter 3 Verses 1-10

Contributed by Mitchell Leonard on Dec 27, 2025

A Sunday evening message to adults.

There’s a fellow on Youtube who has a channel called, “Dad, how do I.” His name is Rob Kenny. And on his channel he explains how to do basic things. Like, how do I tie a tie. How do I change a flat tire. How do I shave. How do I make pumpkin bread. How do I fix a toilet and so on. Things ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

12. Saul's Disobedience: The Cost Of Impatience Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Aug 27, 2025

We’ve all felt the tension—when God’s timing seems too slow, and the pressure to act now feels overwhelming. In those moments, we face a critical choice: Will we wait in faith or rush in fear?

Saul’s Disobedience: The Cost of Impatience May 14, 2024 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 1 Samuel 13 We’ve all felt the tension—when God’s timing seems too slow, and the pressure to act now feels overwhelming. In those moments, we face a critical choice: Will we wait in faith ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

No Light In The Lamp

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 5, 2025

Obedience is not empty duty, but the surrendered, grateful, Spirit-filled response of a heart alive in Christ.

Opening Story – The Boy in the Corner A little boy had been disobedient. His mother sent him to the corner and said, “You sit there.” With folded arms, slumped in his chair, he muttered, “I might be sitting on the outside, but I’m standing on the inside.” That’s obedience… but only on the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:2-4

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Three Counselors Of The Christian

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 10, 2025

We can know the will of God by the Word, God's providence, the Spirit, God's people, and by God's presence. But what about the GRAY AREAS with no direct command? Go to Paul's 3 counselors to gain God's wisdom & direction.

THE THREE COUNSELORS OF THE CHRISTIAN 1 Cor. 10:23; 6:12 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I heard about a pastor who bought a new horse. He trained it to respond to “Praise the Lord,” meaning giddy-up, and “hallelujah,” meaning woah. Every time he said praise the lord, the horse would take off running. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:23, 1 Corinthians 6:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Far Are You Willing To Go PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 17, 2024

Explores Abram's journey of faith and obedience, encouraging us to heed God's call, harness our faith, and harvest His promises in our lives.

Good morning, dear family of Christ. I greet you with the joy and peace that can only come from our Lord Jesus Christ. Today, we gather here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here to engage with God’s Word, to hear His voice, and to respond to His call. As we gather in this sacred ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9

Topics: God's Promise, Faithful Obedience

A Leap Of Faith Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 29, 2025

Faith is relationship.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Faith is relationship. “But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is” (Heb. 11:6). 2. Jerry Falwell said, “Faith is stepping out into the darkness, the unknown.” a. Not knowing. “But Abraham . . . went out, not knowing ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The Significance Of Paul On Damascus Road?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 6, 2025

We all have heard this is the story of Paul’s conversion on the road to Damascus. But is there another story within it?

What Is the Significance of Paul on Damascus Road? Acts 9:1-19 We all have heard this is the story of Paul’s conversion on the road to Damascus. But is there another story within it? In verses one - two: Saul represents the world. Saul was so passionate for his Jewish convictions that he started ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible