Sermons on Cutting Edge:

Faith And The Iron Chariots

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Jun 4, 2021

We often believe that God can help us, but only up to a certain point. This belief conceals a measure of self-trust. If Judah had demonstrated the same faith about the chariots of iron as about the mountaineers, the chariots of iron would have been no better than chariots of straw.

Judges 1:19 - So the LORD was with Judah. And they drove out the mountaineers, but they could not drive out the inhabitants of the lowland, because they had chariots of iron. Background: Joshua had divided the inheritance among the children of Israel. However, there were still lands to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:7, Matthew 14:29, Matthew 9:29, Deuteronomy 20:4, Deuteronomy 20:1, Exodus 33:2, Jeremiah 32:17, Job 37:23, Matthew 28:20, Judges 1:19  (view more)  (view less)

Before We Have All The Answers

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 13, 2022

A sermon for Holy Trinity Sunday, Year C

June 12, 2022 Hope Lutheran Church John 16:12-15 Before We Have All the Answers Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Today is Holy Trinity Sunday. On this day we consider and marvel at the nature of God. God has revealed God’s ...read more

Scripture: John 16:12-15

Denomination: Lutheran

Don’t Miss God’s Best Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Oct 16, 2022

Moses was told to go and explore the land. It was two men who became famous for their faith in God. Joshua and Caleb believed with God they would take the land.

Israel missed Gods best when 12 spies returned, and the majority said it was too difficult to take the promised land. Any task can feel giant when you look to the size of the task and not to God. When you look at the giant impossible task compared to your own abilities you feel like a ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:19-32

Denomination: Baptist

Not Just For Sundays Anymore Series

Contributed by Brian Vickers on Oct 26, 2022

Many in the church grew up with "Sunday only" forms of discipleship that were confined to the local church setting. But discipleship isn't just for Sundays.

For all my growing up and young adult years we equated the idea of discipleship with one thing: Sunday School. That meant that people came together on Sunday mornings, sat in classes mostly segregated by age groups, and learned about the Bible. Like we said a few weeks back, it was a Sunday thing. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:22-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Knowing Your Place

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Aug 31, 2022

A sermon for the Sunday following Pentecost, Year C, Lectionary 22

August 28, 2022 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Luke 14:1, 7-14 Knowing Your Place Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. A small commercial plane was carrying only four passengers: a doctor, a trial lawyer, a minister and a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: Lutheran

"When The Manna Ceased” Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Mar 31, 2022

Now they have crossed the threshold of the Jordan River into the promised land. They are entering into a new season a new time with God and new experiences. Covid-19 is ending, or at least transitioning and they are moving into a season of blessing. But, the manna has stoped.

When the manna ceased Joshua 5:9-12 Forty years of wandering behind them. A generation has come and gone. They are now inside — just inside — the promised land. Encamped at Gilgal. With the liberative threshold that was the Red Sea crossing, God brought their parents out of Egypt, out of slavery. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:9-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Thy Word Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Sep 20, 2020

A sermon based on selected Scriptures from Psalm 119 to encourage the hearers to be faithful in the discipline of Bible intake.

“THY WORD” Psalm 119 FBCF – 9/20/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – A former park ranger at Yellowstone National Park tells the story of a ranger leading a group of hikers to a fire lookout. The ranger was so intent on telling the hikers about the flowers and animals that he considered the messages on his ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Simple - Pt. 2 - Study Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 17, 2019

Jesus confronted the complex. His message was and is simple. Let’s get back to the basics He taught us! Why make it difficult?

Study I. Introduction Some things are complex and complicated. Politics. The sport called Cricket. Defining the word “the”. The human brain. Cats. However, faith was never supposed to be complex or confusing. Man has this propensity to make things harder than they should be. When Jesus arrives on ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Leaving A Legacy: The Family Tree Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 13, 2017

To pass on our legacy of faith to and through our children, we must Know God and Make Him Known to them.

1. OK City Survivor Tree The most-sacred symbol in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, is a tree: a sprawling, shade-bearing, an old American elm. Tourists drive from miles around to see her. People pose for pictures beneath her. Arborists carefully protect her. She adorns posters and letterhead. Other trees ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 128:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Easter From Thee Soldiers Eyes

Contributed by Mike Weddington on Jun 18, 2017

This sermon was used as a drama, while dressed as a Roman soldier.

We could tell that day that pilate wanted to be done with this trial. He wanted to just punish Jesus and send him on his way. But that did not go over very well with the crowds or the chief priests. I remember him giving the crowds the choice of what to do that day. You see it was customary for ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Set Free In Our Minds

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Mar 11, 2018

In today's world we find that more and more people including Christians are becoming enslaved to "prisons of thinking". Here is a sermon that will set you on the road to freedom.

Psalm 124:1-8 If the LORD had not been on our side—let Israel now say—if the LORD had not been on our side when people rose up against us, they would have swallowed us alive because of their burning anger against us. The waters would have engulfed us; a torrent would have overwhelmed us. Yes, the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Unfailing Word

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 2, 2023

The authority of Scripture is crucial to our faith. The Bible is either God’s word or mere human opinion.

I give you my word!” How often have we heard this? We hear it from politicians, salespersons, recruiters, unlicensed contractors, and unreliable people in general. When people give us their “word,” how dependable is their word? When they make claims and promises, we need to know their basis of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:35-37

Denomination: Congregational

Go! And Embrace The Power Of The Cross - 1 Corinthians 1:18 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 17, 2025

A simple yet profound truth: there is power in the cross of Christ. To the unbelieving world, the cross is a symbol of weakness and defeat. But to those of us who are being saved, the cross is not a relic of shame—it is the power of God!

Go! And Embrace the Power of the Cross - 1 Corinthians 1:18 1 Corinthians 1:18 (NLT): “The message of the cross is foolish to those who are headed for destruction! But we who are being saved know it is the very power of God.” Introduction: The Paradox of the Cross Let me begin today with a simple ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18, Isaiah 53:3-5, Romans 1:16, Galatians 5:11, 1 Corinthians 2:2, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Luke 9:23, John 14:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lessons From Ephesus On Salvation And Revival Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 5, 2024

Paul was a man who was fully committed to correct bad doctrine, but in a way that led people to Christ instead of to himself. In Ephesus we see two awesome examples to learn: Lessons on Salvation and the Truth about Revival.

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 29 Lessons from Ephesus on Salvation and Revival Acts 19:1-20 Dismiss children for nursery (under 4) and children’s church (ages 4-7) Wed nights: Book of Romans - focused on chapters 8 through 15 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-20, Romans 12:1-2, Hebrews 4:12-13, Matthew 19:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Like Teacher, Like Student

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 22, 2020

The full impact and wonder of God's loving grace is the most liberating force on earth. That good news is not always well received.

June 21, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Matthew 10:24-39; Romans 6:1-11 Like Teacher, Like Student Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “It’s enough for the disciple to be like the teacher, and the slave like the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-39, Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran