Sermons on Dark Spot:

Who Is Knocking

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 27, 2006

I. A PICTURE THAT ALLURES II. A PROMISE THAT ENSURES III. A PRESENCE THAT ENDURES

WHO IS KNOCKING? Revelation 3:14-22 Many of us are familiar with the with the first part of these wonderful words, due to the genius of a painter named Holman Hunt. In his painting we observe a door shut, with rusted hinges, all overgrown with rank, poisonous weeds, which indicate how long the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Finished

Contributed by Richard Futrell on Oct 7, 2010

Jesus has done everything. And He gives it all to you as a gift.

Intro We know how satisfying it feels to do a job well done. At times, the harder the work, the greater the satisfaction. The more intense the toil, the greater the joy of completion. A doctor saves a life and restores health. A worker finishes a difficult and complicated project. A woman ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

Denomination: Lutheran

The Life Of Joseph - Part 4 Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 14, 2011

God's promises are just as much for us as they were for Joseph. His grace is still at work. His tender mercies accompany us from the pit to the pinnacle.

Oh the life of Joseph, Jacob’s son. This treasured story is found towards the end of the first book of the Bible, Genesis. Up to this point we have read about Joseph’s faithfulness and patience, even when he was persecuted and treated poorly. Even when he was left alone, disowned and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 42:1-38

Denomination: Christian Church

When The Sanctuary Is Hot Series

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 16, 2009

When the sanctuary is hot it promotes evangelism, it proclaims the messiah, and it provides a place of peace.

Union Baptist Church “Summer Sizzlers” Revelations 3: 15 “I know thy works, that thou art neither cold nor hot: I would thou wert cold or hot.” (KJV) Sermon Title and Text for July 16, 2006 Title: “When the Sanctuary is Hot” Text: Revelations 3: 15 Focus: “… I would thou wert…hot” When the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:15

Denomination: Baptist

We Are Blood Bought!

Contributed by Zachary Woods on Dec 8, 2011

We can do many things through the blood of Jesus

1 Peter 1:18-23 18 Forasmuch as ye know that ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold, from your vain conversation received by tradition from your fathers; 19 But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot: 20 Who verily was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-23

Denomination: Apostolic

The Life Of The Flesh Is In The Blood

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Aug 14, 2012

Our salvation is in the shed blood of Jesus Christ.

The Life of the Flesh Is In the Blood Matthew 26:28/29 – Ephesians 1:7 Throughout the word of God there is a tread of red that is so very vital to the Christian experience. When we are accused of having a gospel of blood, we proudly plead guilty to the charge. For the only thing that gives ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:28-29

Denomination: *other

The Study Of Exodus: Escape From Egypt Series

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 23, 2015

The Study Of Exodus: Escape From Egypt

The Study Of Exodus: Escape From Egypt 2 Timothy 3:16 (KJV) 16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: The second book of the Pentateuch is called Exodus. “Exodus” means ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Foursquare

The Secret Of The Ages - Salvation By Grace

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Sep 3, 2018

A unique look at the gift of Salvation

“Surely you have heard about the administration of God's grace that was given to me for you, that is, the mystery made known to me by revelation, as I have already written briefly.” (Eph 3:2-3 NIV) There are two Greek words used in Scripture for the word “secret”. They are “kruptos” and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:3-10, Ephesians 2:8-9, 2 Peter 3:18, Philippians 2:12, Matthew 5:48  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lord, Teach Us To Pray! Series

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Apr 14, 2009

In this particular passage of Scripture Jesus is concerned about how we pray. Because of that Jesus has given us some guidelines in this text for prayer, we will learn tonight those guidelines.

Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount Part 12 Lord, Teach us to Pray! Pm Service January 18th 2009 Matthew 6:5-15 Introduction Prayer is one of the greatest acts of the Believer. Taking to God weather it is by spoken word or by thought, is the actual act of fellowshipping with almighty God. When we think ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15

Denomination: Baptist

Strength To Keep Going

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 30, 2019

Isaiah saw the coming of the great Babylonian armies and knew that they would destroy Jerusalem, take his people captive, and leave the nation in ruin. But in the midst of all this confusion and discouragement, Isaiah received a message from God.

STRENGTH TO KEEP GOING Scripture: Isaiah 40: 27-31 KJV v. 27 Why sayest thou, O Jacob, and speakest, O Israel, My way is hid from the LORD, and my judgment is passes over from my God? v. 28 Hast thou not know? hast thou not heard, that the everlasting God, the LORD, the Creator ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:27-31, 2 Corinthians 1:8-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christ In Emptiness

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Oct 1, 2020

“On one occasion, while the crowd was pressing in on him to hear the word of God, he was standing by the lake of Gennesaret, 2 and he saw two boats by the lake, but the fishermen had gone out of them and were washing their nets. 3 Getting into one of the boats, which was Simon's,

“On one occasion, while the crowd was pressing in on him to hear the word of God, he was standing by the lake of Gennesaret, 2 and he saw two boats by the lake, but the fishermen had gone out of them and were washing their nets. 3 Getting into one of the boats, which was Simon's, he asked him ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11, Psalm 142:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Path Of Christ

Contributed by Sajayan Chacko on Feb 29, 2024

John the Baptist came out of the wilderness with God dripping off of Him preaching saying, “Prepare ye the way of the Lord, make his paths straight.”

· **God had a path for Jesus Christ to walk on and to walk in! God has a path for you to walk on and to walk in as well! Proverbs 3:5-6 5 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Name That Heresy

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 22, 2023

We are not to keep silent when heresy is proclaimed. To be silent is to be a partner to it. Silence is not golden in this area.

"..Christians nowadays simply don't care about the prevalence of false doctrine, nor do they take seriously their duty to fight against apostasy. Instead they want a friendly atmosphere of open acceptance for everyone, tolerance of opposing ideas, and charitable dialogue with the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:24, Judges 17:2, Jude 1:3, Luke 22:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Real Issue: Loss Of Focus

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 12, 2021

It may be difficult at times to separate the real issues of our problems and our emotions. We must stay focused on what is important. The main thing is to keep the main thing the main thing.

WHAT IS THE REAL ISSUE? FOCUS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com 2 Corinthians 4:18 While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal. 2 Corinthians 4:18 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:18, Proverbs 29:18, Philippians 2:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Word Of Faith Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 26, 2021

Faith or the lack of faith is the difference between heaven and hell. There is no way to over-emphasize the necessity and value of faith. Charles Wesley wrote, "Faith, mighty faith the promise sees, and rests on that alone; Laughs at impossibilities, and says it shall be done."

Not all heroes die a noble death. Jacques de Lalaing, the flower of knighthood, who was considered the pattern of chivalry for all of Europe, and who was called the last hero of romance, died an early death in 1453. It was not of a lover's broken heart, or in a tournament with his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-46