Sermons on Debtors Prison:

What To Do When You Are Exhausted

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

A sermon to encourage those who are in the throes of spiritual duress and fatigue.

Luke 10:29-37 KJV But he, willing to justify himself, said unto Jesus, And who is my neighbour? [30] And Jesus answering said, A certain man went down from Jerusalem to Jericho, and fell among thieves, which stripped him of his raiment, and wounded him, and departed, leaving him half dead. [31] ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:29-37

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Picture Of Baptism

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 27, 2011

Paul detailed the rich meaning behind the ordinance of baptism of the power of Christ’s resurrection. (Christian)Baptism is a picture of the power of Christ’s resurrection. But How is it seen? Baptism pictures...

The PICTURE of BAPTISM—Romans 5:19—6:18 Need: How are Baptism & Resurrection Sunday related? Why do we Baptize? What is the significance of Baptism? Paul detailed the rich meaning behind the ordinance of baptism of the power of Christ’s resurrection. (Christian)Baptism is a picture of the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Through Praise Pt. 3 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 29, 2019

God desires to interact with us through praise which encompasses prayer and worship as well. We can discover with the help of the Lord joy in the journey of life – even when we face illness, death, persecution, trials and hardship.

Series: We need to find joy in the journey! Thesis of series: Joy needs to be experienced in the journey of life! But Joy, like any other attitude, can come and go. It is not guaranteed simply because we are born again believers because storms will blow in and out of our lives. We must put ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:15, Psalm 150:1-6, Psalm 145:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Inheritance Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 15, 2020

Foreshadowing the completion when we enter fully into the Father’s eternal heavenly kingdom, Ephesians 1:11-14 shows us 1) The Ground (Ephesians 1:11–13a), 2) The Guarantee (Ephesians 1:13b–14a), and 3) The Goal of our incomparable inheritance in Jesus Christ (Ephesians 1:14b).

Ephesians 1:11-14 [11]In him we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to the purpose of him who works all things according to the counsel of his will, [12]so that we who were the first to hope in Christ might be to the praise of his glory. [13] In him you also, when you ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:11-14

Denomination: Other

The Trust Test - Part 2 Series

Contributed by John Maxwell on Nov 6, 2001

The final sermon in this series leading to understanding God’s principles

THE TRUST TEST (PART 2) Proverbs 3:1-10 John Maxwell INTRODUCTION: "The man of pseudo faith will fight for his verbal creed but refuse flatly to allow himself to get into a predicament where his future must depend upon that creed being true. He always provides himself with secondary ways of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

Authentic Prayer

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 10, 2015

Anything authentic has a counterfeit. Prayer is no exception. There is authentic prayer and there is a knock-off version of prayer.

“Authentic Prayer” Matthew 6:5-15 Open Many products are designed to imitate the real thing. There is plastic decking that looks like real wood. Vinyl flooring that appears to be ceramic tile. You can purchase fake fur or jewelry, You can buy knock-offs of name brand shoes, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Choosing What Matters Most Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 10, 2013

God calls us to make a priority of Him rather than people; He invites us to realize that God is not the one we pull to ourselves…but the one who we are to be drawn into.

Intro Imagine being in Stuttgart, Germany in the last days of World War II. Your own country has been ravaged by the moral atrocities of Adolf Hitler. Slowly, relentlessly, the mighty Russian army approaches from the east. In the west the Allies gain more ground every day. Bombs fall day and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

15th Sunday After Pentecost. September 10th, 2023. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 11, 2023

Year A, Proper 18.

Exodus 12:1-14, Psalm 149:1-9, Ezekiel 33:7-11, Psalm 119:33-40, Romans 13:8-14, Matthew 18:15-20 A). A PERPETUAL MEMORIAL. Exodus 12:1-14. The first time that we are told that the LORD spoke to Moses specifically ‘in Egypt’ was when He commissioned him to confront Pharaoh (Exodus 6:28). The ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-14, Psalm 149:1-9, Ezekiel 33:7-11, Psalm 119:33-40, Romans 13:8-14, Matthew 18:15-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Does Prayer Change God's Mind? Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Aug 26, 2019

Prayer isn’t about changing God’s mind; it’s about changing my mind so my will lines up with His will.

Does Prayer Change God’s Mind? Rev. Brian Bill August 24-25, 2019 If our questions aren’t addressed properly, it’s easy to become confused. Listen to how some children answered a few Bible questions: • The first three books of the Bible are Genesis, Exodus and Laxatives. • Lot’s wife was a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:10-14, Malachi 3:6, Isaiah 46:9-10, James 4:2, Exodus 8:13, Genesis 6:6, Matthew 6:9-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

God's Stewards Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Nov 10, 2025

A life with Jesus is fraught with the struggle between master's. In the parables and teachings of Luke 16, Jesus urges that we should serve God as his stewards with our resources, righteousness, and relationships.

Over the last couple of weeks we’ve been able to learn about the ways that God considers us and how He searches for us and welcomes us when we come home, when we truly repent. While life with God is one of peace and rest because of His great love for us and because of Jesus’ substitutionary ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Deuteronomy 23:19, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Genesis 3:15, Deuteronomy 18:15, Psalm 24:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Steward Of Whom?

Contributed by James Groce on Jun 16, 2002

The Bible tells us that we are all given stewardship roles.

INTRODUCTION A. What is a steward? 1. Literally, it means a keeper of a hall. a. in Medieval times a shop steward was the one who stayed at the hall and prepared the meals for the other craftsmen. b. since he was there cleaning the place, prospective employers left messages with him about ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Charge It To Me

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Mar 13, 2002

Paul’s plea for Onesimus shows his willingness to redeem his friend before his master. A Christ-like example of redemption and justification.

„h Abraham Lincoln, when an attorney, was approached by a wealthy man who passionately insisted on bringing a suit for $2.50 against an impoverished debtor. „h Lincoln tried to discourage him, but the man was bent on restitution. „h When he saw that the man would not change his mind, Lincoln ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Other

Nailed To The Cross

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Oct 18, 2000

In the ancient world the Greek term here translated as "written code" (Col. 2:14), referred to a handwritten certificate of indebtedness that obligated the signer. This note stood between him and the person he owed until it was paid. This debt would often

NAILED TO THE CROSS TEXT: Col 2:13-15 INTRODUCTION: In the ancient world the Greek term here translated as "written code" (Col. 2:14), referred to a handwritten certificate of indebtedness that obligated the signer. This note stood between him and the person he owed until it was paid. This debt ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-15

We Forgive, We Forget And We Fight On

Contributed by Mark Sutherlin on Dec 10, 2001

The practice of Forgiveness

We Forgive, We Forget and We Fight On Luke 23:34 INTRODUCTION A. THINK OF NUMEROUS THINGS THAT WOULD PUSH MY CAPACITY TO FORGIVE 1. Certain things happening to my children, wife, family 2. Repetitive occurrences 3. Lack for remorse, smugness coming from the offender B. A FARMER AND HIS SON ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Food That Really Satisfies Series

Contributed by Allen Hern on Feb 6, 2004

When Jesus spoke about eating his flesh and drinking his blood, what is the real spiritual meaning he is trying to convey?

200406.ser “Food That Really Satisfies” CLBC Feb. 1/04 a.m. Subject: Salvation: Theme: The Provision of Salvation Passage: John 6: 28 - 65 Segment 1. We have come today to the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:28-65

Denomination: Baptist