Sermons on Defenders:

The Crisis Of Belief Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 30, 2006

Sermon twelve in a fourteen sermon series based on the popular Bible study by Henry Blackaby.

As we have discussed how we experience God in our lives, we have said: A. God is always at work in our lives. B. God pursues a love relationship with us that is real and personal. C. God invites us to join with Him and cooperate in the work He is doing. D. God speaks by His Holy Spirit to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Better Together"

Contributed by Christopher Martin on Nov 21, 2006

A Wedding sermon preached February 18, 2006 @ Beaver Creek Lutheran Church, Forest City, Iowa. Some material from Rev. David Zachrich & Rev. Paul Cain.

J.B./J.M. Wedding Ecclesiastes 4:9–12 “Better Together” February 18, 2006 Beaver Creek Lutheran Church, Forest City, IA (ELCM) Rev. David R. Zachrich, D.Min & Rev. Paul Cain, credit God said it first, at the time of creation, “It is not good for the man to be alone” (Gen 2:18). Many years ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Lutheran

When The Line Is Drawn Will We Cross It?

Contributed by Carl Benge on Aug 25, 2007

Willingness to take up the Call, and the Samaritan

In 1836, in the plaza of a small-dilapidated Texas church one hundred and eighty men were faced with a frightening decision. Whether to stand and fight the whole of the Mexican Army, or try and either escape or surrender. Their leader was an inexperienced officer, who drew a line in the sand and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Methodist

God Loves Everyone And Expects Us To Do The Same

Contributed by David Petticrew on Jun 8, 2003

What the story of Jonah teaches us about God’s love and how we should love even our enemies.

X-men video clip: Jean Gray in front of the senate to Magneto’s comments while walking away from Prof. X. OK, so mutants don’t exist, but the attitudes are real. There are no cases of people being persecuted for being able to walk through walls or having adamantium claws that project through ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

An Unchanging Message For An Ever Changing World

Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 17, 2003

In this text the apostle gives us four abiding principles concerning the word of God.

An Unchanging Message For An Ever Changing World Galatians 1:6-10 “One of the most frequently used phrases in Christian circles is "the gospel." Amazingly few adults know what this term means. It could either refer to its literal translation, "good news;" or to the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Chronicles Of Daniel #5: Pridefall:

Contributed by Joe Harding on Oct 8, 2004

PRIDE ALWAYS LEADS TO A FALL (Proverbs 11:2)

THE CHRONICLES OF DANIEL #5: PRIDEFALL: KNOCKING KNEES AND A FLOATING FINGER DANIEL 5: 1-12 & 22-31 AUGUST 22, 2004 INTRODUCTION: [It’s Over Your Head, Citation: C.D. Monismith, Salem, Ore. Christian Reader, "Lite Fare."] One quarter while teaching an adult Sunday school class, I decided, It’s ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

How God Helps You Overcome Fear

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 14, 2007

God gives you the strength to overcome your fears.

How God Helps You Overcome Fear Psalm 46:1-11 History of this Psalm This hymn (A Mighty Fortress is Our God) is one of the most significant in church history. It was written by Martin Luther on his way to the Diet of Worms. He was invited to this meeting by the Holy Roman Emperor and the pope ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Written

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 7, 2008

When assaulted by Satan, Jesus refuted him with the Word of God. He knows, believes and applies the Word. "It is written" is very important. Can we say that today?

There is a war going on in the wilderness. • Satan is out to tempt Jesus and stop him from doing God’s will. • Jesus defends himself with the only weapon He has – God’s Word. • Three times He responded, “It is written.” Satan is out to deceive, to lure man into doing things contrary to God’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Things That Make A Great Church

Contributed by Chris Layton on Sep 8, 2009

This sermon looks at what God expects from His children.

Things That Make A Great Church Matthew 16:13-20 When Jesus organized His church, I think He meant for it to grow. I think that He wanted it to become powerful and great. I don’t think he ever meant for it to be just “a little church in the wild woods” and I don’t think He is pleased with any ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Shield Of Faith Series

Contributed by James Parker on Jul 12, 2011

This week we will look at the first piece of armour we are directed to take, the shield of faith. Let’s read through are scripture again and pick up the next piece at verse 16...

The Whole Armour of God Ephesians 6:10-18 The Shield of Faith As you know we are looking at this scripture in Ephesians 6, that tells us of the whole armour of God. We started severaal weeks ago talking about this preparing us for battle. We saw that just as a soldier is prepared, so must we be. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Five Signs Of Pride

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 29, 2010

Notice five things the Edomites did to Israel as the result of their pride showing itself.

Five Signs of Pride Wed night October 7th 2009 Obadiah 1:10-14 Introduction What is pride? It is above all an attitude, but it never stops with an attitude. It never stops in the mind or in the heart of a person or a people. James 1:14-15 “but each one is tempted when, by his own evil ...read more

Scripture: Obadiah 1:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Dirty Feet At The Lord's Table

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 14, 2010

Jesus showed the disciples that they must be servants.

Introduction: A Opening Story B John 13.1-5 1 Facts that need to brought out as I read . . . a Passover (or eve of Passover) aa Sunday: Palm Sunday bb Monday: Cleansed the Temple cc Tuesday: Arguing with religious leaders dd Wednesday: Day of rest ee Thursday: Lord’s Supper dd 3 ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Living A God Approved Life

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Aug 30, 2010

There are many sources that we seek approval from, but our greatest desire should be that God approve our actions, attitudes and words.

LIVING A GOD-APPROVED LIFE GALATIANS 2:1-10 INTRODUCTION We might say trying to win approval from others consumes our lives. We do what our bosses require so that they might approve us and therefore give us our paycheck. Children seek approval from their parents. This means a lot to them and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Responding To Ridicule

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 18, 2010

When reason fails, some turn to ridicule. They choose laughter over logic. Should the Christian respond? If so, how? Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

Responding to Ridicule Nehemiah 4:1-3 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Responding2Ridicule.html Sanballat has always lived in every time, and taken form in every church. He and others like him believe if God's kingdom is built up it will hurt their cause. They don't want to see it happen. They ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Fit Marriages, Fit Singleness Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Mar 16, 2009

Addressing the confusions of the Corinthian Church regarding marriage, sex, divorce, and remarriage and it’s applications to us today.

SERIES: PRESCRIPTIONS FOR A HEALTHY & HOLY CHURCH: A Study in 1 Corinthians Applied To The Church Today III. MAINTAINING PROPER DIET & EXERCISE A.) FIT MARRIAGES, FIT SINGLENESS (1 Cor. 7:1-40) Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, March 15, 2009 AM INTRODUCTION: One look at what I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-40

Denomination: Baptist