Sermons on Danger Of Grumbling:

What Kind Of Church Could My Church Be?

Contributed by Tim Larrimore on Apr 5, 2011

THE KIND OF CHURCH WE NEED

WHAT KIND OF CHURCH COULD WE HAVE? Text: Acts 2:41-47 Intro: Sing “What kind of church could my church be” WHAT KIND OF CHURCH COULD MY CHURCH BE IF... 1. EVERY MEMBER WERE SAVED Ac 2:47 Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

What We Learned From A Ping-Pong Marathon Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 15, 2011

Paul says to dwell on those things that are excellent and worthy of praise. These encouraging words will help us all through any circumstance, any trial or any hardship, as we remember that “all things work together for good to those who love God.”

How soon we forget, or how soon we don’t forget. I have cherished memories from long ago that I will never, ever forget. Way back in 1975 I learned a valuable lesson about time, and I learned how many hours are in a week. I also learned about the power of prayer and leaning on God to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Christian Church

Bread Of Life Series

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Mar 18, 2014

Jesus is the Bread from Heaven - Communion

Bread of Life Today a sermon on communion - homily - be seen with the last 2 stories. Read John 6:25-27 JN 6:25 When they found him on the other side of the lake, they asked him, "Rabbi, when did you get here?" 26 Jesus answered, "I tell you the truth, you are looking for me, not because you ...read more

Scripture: John 6:15-51

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Shining As Lights In A Darkened World Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Oct 14, 2013

The church, the body of Christ, must shine the light of Christ in a wicked world. How can we accomplish this?

Shining As Lights In A Darkened World Philippians 2:12-16 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. Illustration: Your loved one is very sick and in desperate need of medicine from the drug store. You are sent to get it and bring it back home. When you enter the store, do you look over the sale ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-52

Denomination: Bible Church

Why Did Jesus Receive Those People?

Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Aug 16, 2014

This message uses the three parables on lostness to remind us that regardless of the reason or degree of being lost, we are still valuable in the eyes of God.

Now all the tax collectors and sinners were coming near to listen to him. 2And the Pharisees and the scribes were grumbling and saying, “This fellow welcomes sinners and eats with them.” 3So he told them this parable: 4“Which one of you, having a hundred sheep and losing one of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

A Time For Healing Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 9, 2009

This is the 15th sermon in the series "Moving With God". This is also an Easter Sermon.

Sunday Morning April 12, 2009 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: “Moving With God (Exodus)” [#15] A TIME FOR HEALING Exodus 15:22-27 Introduction: Do you ever feel like you are on a roller coaster? You get started in a particular direction; but all of a sudden you feel ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27

Denomination: Baptist

The God Who Brings Water Out Of A Rock Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 19, 2025

God has unlimited power to provide, even from the most impossible and unexpected sources, when His people trust Him completely.

THE GOD WHO BRINGS WATER OUT OF A ROCK By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 17:1-7 Key Verse: “He opened the rock, and the waters gushed out; they ran in the dry places like a river.” – Psalm 105:41 Supporting Texts: Numbers 20:7-11; Isaiah 43:19-20; 1 Corinthians 10:4; Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What's In Your Wallet? Series

Contributed by Brian Garner on Mar 11, 2003

The things we keep close to our hearts show how close we are to the Lord.

How Have We Gotten So Far Off Track? · Although many don’t set out to be disobedient, God’s people have a long history of ignoring what He says. When our "wallets" are filled with our own desires and dreams, we’re missing the train. · We rob God by holding back our time, talent, and treasure, ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Trusting God In The Midst Of Suffering”

Contributed by John Harper on Nov 11, 2008

When you suffer know that the Lord is watching, and He will turn it around for good

I Peter 4:12-19 October 8, 2008 Pastor John L. Harper “Trusting God in the midst of suffering” I. (vs. 12-13) Suffering Should be Considered as a Reason for Joy A. Don’t be surprised 1. Like something is strange and abnormal 2. When a fiery trial comes upon you B. Don’t Grumble, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Generous Love

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Sep 18, 2002

A sermon for the 18th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 20 A sermon about the last and the first getting the same wages

18th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 20 Matthew 20:1-16 "God’s Generous Love" 1* ¶ "For the kingdom of heaven is like a householder who went out early in the morning to hire laborers for his vineyard. 2* After agreeing with the laborers for a denarius a day, he sent them into his vineyard. 3* And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

"There's Victory In Jesus"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Oct 9, 2004

The Bible promises us that life will be tough. This message deals with Paul & Silas in prison, and how God brought them through ... just like He can bring you through.

“There’s Victory In Jesus” Acts 16:25-34 INTRODUCTION: The last few weeks haven’t been easy for most of us … we have been through, and survived 2 hurricanes. For SOME of us, it has been even worse: • Billy Bass – Heart Cauterization. • John Ross – Back Surgery. • Michelle Smith – ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Obstacles To Individual And Church Growth – Part 3 Series

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 9, 2004

Israel called to be holy experienced many of the same obstacles that we experience as we seek to grow in Christ and to be used by Him. In Numbers we see Israel filled with discontentment, dissension, discouragement, and defiance – all deadly obstacles.

OBSTACLES TO INDIVIDUAL AND CHURCH GROWTH – PART 3 LEVITICUS 20:22-26 Introduction: Paul told the Corinthian church that the things that happened to Israel in the wilderness were lessons to be used to help the church in its spiritual growth. Called to be holy, the nation of Israel experienced many ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 20:22-26

Denomination: Baptist

Fast Pass

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 31, 2003

Many of us want to bypass trial and temptation - but God says there is no "Fast Pass" around difficulty. In fact, we need to learn from the mistakes of others in order to learn patience and the way to withstand temptation.

Recently I went to Disneyland. I’ve been there a number of times, but this time something was different. Instead of one line for each ride – many had two lines. While waiting for the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad – I watched in dismay as people walked right up to the front and got on what seemed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-33

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Living On Leftovers

Contributed by Joe Jones on Jan 13, 2002

Are leftovers really mentioned in the Bible? You bet they are!

For me there is always something exciting about coming to the end of another year. It marks completion for me, a conclusion to 12 months of the “daily grind”, hammering out life and blazing my own trail. It’s the transformation from what I was doing and who I presently am into what I can soon ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Complaining Saints"

Contributed by Quintin Morrow on Apr 16, 2003

A message on the spiritual causes and cure for complaining.

The Rev’d Quintin Morrow St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Fort Worth, Texas www.st-andrew.com A certain man attends his company’s Christmas party with the intention of having a good time. During the course of the evening, however, the said man consumes much too much alcohol. He awakes next morning ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:1-15

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican