Sermons on Dark Days:

Shooting Our Wounded

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 18, 2022

We cringe when we hear about shooting the wounded; but how many times have we seen a brother or sister in Christ who was suffering spiritually, and then we shot him or her down with our words of judgment and condemnation?

I want to open with an illustration. On May 21, 2004, Captain Rogelio Maynulet of the United States Army shot an unnamed Iraqi who was wounded in a chase.(1) What was his reasoning? He reported, “He was in a state that I didn’t think was dignified – I had to put him out of his misery.” He ...read more

Scripture: John 18:12-17, John 18:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

Heroes Of The Bible: Moses Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 19, 2022

The Bible is full of heroes! They don't wear spandex or fly around in capes and cowls, but God empowered these heroes and heroines to accomplish some pretty amazing feats that can inspire us to become heroes of God ourselves. Our next hero is Moses. (Alliterated Outline, PowerPoint)

Heroes of the Bible: Moses Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 8/01/2021 NOTE: This sermon was adapted from my book, Holy Heroes of the Bible. If it's a blessing to you, please consider buying the book which includes chapters/sermons on 17 additional Bible heroes: ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:11-22, Exodus 2:3-4, Galatians 1:4, Exodus 14:13-14, Exodus 2:11-15, Exodus 3:5-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

God’s Deliverance

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 24, 2022

Often when we face the difficulties of life, we try to make sense out of what we are facing. But what frustrates us at times like this is that IT DOES NOT MAKE SENSE!

For example, when the terrorists struck the Trade Towers in New York City, and the Pentagon, on Sept. 11, 2001, the pundits put their heads together and tried to make sense of why anyone would want to kill thousands of innocent people. They could only reach the conclusion that Osama Bin Laden and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Show Partiality?

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 26, 2022

This message looks at four different types of partiality that take place in churches: Class, Geographic, Racial, and Denominational discrimination. Prejudice in the church displeases the Lord, it is unjust and a complete travesty!

Last Sunday was recognized on the SBC calendar as Racial Reconciliation Sunday, and so I want to share something applicable today. I’ve entitled our message, “Do You Show Partiality?” and this is actually a question for each of us here today. According to Noah Webster, in the 1828 American ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-4, John 4:5-9, Galatians 2:11-12, Acts 10:28-35

Denomination: Baptist

Forcing God’s Hand

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 26, 2022

This message looks at the account of someone who was given a promise by God that he would receive a great blessing. But he, along with his wife, took matters into their own hands, and tried to get ahead of God, leading to strife.

In our message this morning we’re going to focus on how we need to have patience when following the Lord. Hebrews is a book of the Bible that frequently talks about following God in faith, and we read that those who are patient will be able to “inherit the promises” (Hebrews 6:12). In Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6, Genesis 16:1-5, Genesis 16:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Have Staying Power?

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 2, 2022

This is a message on patience. James provides some valuable insight into why believers sometimes fail at being patient, and he explains how to stay the course even when difficult life circumstances seem to go by at a snail’s pace.

If we are willing to be patient until the grace of God is made manifest, whether it takes nine years or ninety, it will be worth the wait. - Rebecca Pippert(1) This morning’s message will addresses the need to develop our staying power. As you might have guessed, this is a sermon on patience. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Barren Fig Tree: Personal, National, And Universal Applications Of Fruit Bearing Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Oct 10, 2022

A fig tree produces fruit, it produces figs, a wonderful fruit common in Israel in the middle east.

“Mordecai was seven years old when he decided that God had called him to be an evangelist. He started by preaching to barnyard animals. He even tried to immerse a cat in a water trough. When the feline began to scratch and claw, the budding evangelist threw him down and screamed, “Go on . . . go to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:3-4, John 15:1-2, James 2:14-17

Denomination: Salvation Army

Increase Our Faith For Total Dependence

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Oct 20, 2022

The rich ruler wants to know what to do for salvation. Jesus slams the door on him. Why? Find out.

10.23.22 Luke 18:18–30 18 A certain ruler asked Jesus, “Good teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?” 19 Jesus asked him, “Why do you call me good? No one is good, except one—God. 20 You know the commandments: ‘You shall not commit adultery. You shall not murder. You shall not steal. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-30

Denomination: Lutheran

"A Rebellious Nation”

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 23, 2022

“A Rebellious Nation” – Isaiah chapter 1 verses 1-31 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: Background to the book: (1). WHO - Who was Isaiah? (2). WHEN? – when did it take place? (3). WHERE? – Where did it take place? (4). WHY? - Why is Isaiah so important? (5). WHAT? - What's the big idea? Outline of chapter 1: (1). God: the judge (VS 2-4): (2). The accused: ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:1-31

Denomination: Brethren

Family Practice Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 29, 2022

Conflict isn't bad. Conflict is part of life. But there are constructive ways of dealing with conflict, ways that destroy families and communities, and destructive ones.

Early in my pastoral career a nearby hospital released a 7-week-old baby to her homeless, drug-addicted mother even though the child was at severe risk of pulmonary arrest. The hospital provided the mother with an apnea monitor to warn her if the baby stopped breathing while asleep, and trained her ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Greatful Heart

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Dec 7, 2022

It’s a good thing to give thanks because God commands us to give thanks.

It is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord, and to sing praises to Your name, O Most High” (Ps. 92:1). Do you want the blessings of God? I know I do! First of all, what ways God has blessed you, and then secondly, how you can in turn bless others. This week, let us meditate on the blessings ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hope For The Ungodly Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 15, 2024

In this exposition of Romans 4:4-8, we see the logic of grace and David's testimony affirming justification by faith. This way of salvation is something the angels desire to look into and something that will bring everlasting glory to God.

Intro Follow with me as we read Romans 4:1-3: “What then shall we say that Abraham, our forefather according to the flesh, discovered in this matter? 2 If, in fact, Abraham was justified by works, he had something to boast about—but not before God. 3 What does Scripture say? “Abraham believed God, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-8, Psalm 32:1-2, Genesis 15:6, Romans 3:24, 1 Peter 1:12, James 2:17-26, 1 John 2:2, Romans 10:9-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

How Important Is God's Name?

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 15, 2024

Names are very important. Names tell a story, and they really do matter. But there's no name that matters more than the name of God.

How important is God’s name to you? Names are very important. Whether you realize it or not, people love to hear their own name. When you meet up with someone and call them by their name you can almost see their eyes light up. Names are very important. Names tell a story, and they really do ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Trouble With Lying Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 19, 2024

Acts 5:1-11 teaches us about the trouble with lying.

Introduction I asked ChatGPT the following question, “What is the trouble with lying?” Here is the partial answer I received, which is pretty good: The trouble with lying lies in its multiple negative consequences, both for the liar and those around them. Here are some key issues: (1) Erosion of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Cry, The Need, The Help

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Apr 22, 2024

The book of Psalms expresses worship, encourages us to praise God for who He is and what He has done. It illuminates the greatness of God, affirms His faithfulness, and presents His loving kindness toward us despite of our shortcoming, hopelessness, depression, anxiety and emotional unease.

The Cry, The Hope, The Help Psalms 61 By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - The book of Psalms expresses worship, encourages us to praise God for who He is and what He has done. It illuminates the greatness of God, affirms His faithfulness, and presents His loving kindness toward us ...read more

Denomination: Apostolic