Sermons on Degradation:

The Makings Of A Savior.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 7, 2022

What are the makings of a Savior? The world would tell us that it would take wit, wisdom, charisma, excellent rapport, a word smith, charm, personality plus. The world would automatically elevate Him while somehow profiting from their fame.

The Makings Of A Savior. Isaiah 53:1-12AMP What are the makings of a Savior? The world would tell us that it would take wit, wisdom, charisma, excellent rapport, a word smith, charm, personality plus. The world would automatically elevate Him while somehow profiting from their fame. Tonight I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12, Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

One Little Weakness Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Mar 14, 2021

Samson was so enslaved to this love for women, that he was making the same mistake over and over again. The very women whom Samson was so in love with were also the cause for his ruin. Is there some weakness that is within us which we have become accustomed to?

Chapter 3 – One little weakness We read in Act 26:18, “You are to open their eyes and turn them from the darkness to the light and from the power of Satan to God, so that through their faith in me they will have their sins forgiven and receive their place among God's chosen people.” (GNB) As ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:18

Denomination: Other

Change Agents Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 24, 2022

Salt goes into the body. It is necessary, and good, and contributes to the health of the body. It changes the body – for a time. But for lasting change to occur something has to go into the mind and heart as well. And that is where light comes in.

How many of you keep a watch on how much salt you eat, buying the low-sodium versions of things like canned soup and cold cuts and avoiding high-sodium treats like pizza and potato chips? It’s an article of faith that salt is hazardous to your health. And it’s very difficult to avoid, since most ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Smart Investing Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 24, 2022

Make a deliberate investment decision to spend your time, money, effort and attention on the things that last. And what lasts? Loving God, and loving your neighbor.

Last month I had the fun of deciding how to invest the profit of the sale of my New Jersey house. And it was fun, and I think I’ve made good choices. But my track record is nothing to boast about. When I cashed in a chunk of my IRA for the down payment on that same house, I told my broker that I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Fearing Families Are The Hinges Upon Which History Turns

Contributed by Raymond Petzholt on Jan 11, 2023

In this study we will learn the Key role Parents play in determining the outcome of History: Especially Fathers! These truths apply to our Physical Families & our Spiritual Family in Christ’s Church (We must be faithful in both!).

God Fearing Families are The Hinges upon which History Turns (A Historic Revelation of the Importance of the Family) In this study we will learn the Key role Parents play in determining the outcome of History: Especially Fathers! These truths apply to our Physical Families & our ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15, Genesis 18:19

Denomination: Baptist

Interceding For Revival Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 14, 2024

Revival is not just emotionalism. People respond emotionally to revival, but emotions are just a part of the revival, they are not the revival. True revival will affect the whole man,

INTERCEDING FOR REVIVAL - lesson 6 INTERCEDING FOR REVIVAL OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this teaching you will be able to: 1) Define revival. 2) Explain how we can prepare for revival. 3) Recognize when revival is needed. 4) Identify evidences of a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Lessons From Jeremiah – Part 8 – National Evils Are Widespread – Murder, Injustice, No Repentance, Delusion Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 25, 2024

The guilty argue with God and there is no repentance. Again God requests that Judah remembers her past devotion and return to the Lord. Idolatry is everywhere and the innocent poor are killed. There is no justice anywhere and delusion is rampant.

LESSONS FROM JEREMIAH – PART 8 – NATIONAL EVILS ARE WIDESPREAD – MURDER, INJUSTICE, NO REPENTANCE, DELUSION PART 8 - Jeremiah 2:29-35 CHAPTER 2 [A]. YOU ARE A CONTENTIOUS PEOPLE BUT YOU HAVE TRANSGRESSED {{Jeremiah 2:29 Why do you CONTEND with Me? You have all TRANSGRESSED against Me,” ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 2:29, Haggai 2:22, Ezekiel 21:27, Jeremiah 2:30, Revelation 6:9-10, Jeremiah 2:31-32, Jeremiah 2:33, 1 Timothy 2:12-15, 2 Corinthians 11:3, Jeremiah 2:34-35, Exodus 22:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When God Turns It Around

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Dec 7, 2025

When God turns it around it is never the same again old things become new, the weight that once held you down is lifted. When God turns it around you now have peace that passeth all understanding and Joy unspeakable full of glory.

“When God Turns It Around” By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. SCRIPTURE: Psalms 126 PRAYER OPENING:- We have all had times in our life where we had good days and bad days, we have cried late in the midnight hours when we thought no one was listening, we struggled with our faith because even ...read more

Denomination: Apostolic

Come Back Home PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 6, 2024

This sermon explores the parable of the prodigal son, emphasizing the themes of rebellion, remorse, and redemption in our relationship with God. Key

Beloved friends, brothers and sisters in Christ, welcome! I am thrilled to be here with you today, sharing in the unending grace and love of our Lord. We are gathered here, not by chance or coincidence, but by divine appointment. We are here to seek, to learn, and to grow in understanding of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Topics: Prodigal Son

The Excellent Wife & Mother Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 12, 2008

Of The Excellent Wife & Mother, we can see 1) Her Trustworthiness (vs. 10-12), 2) Her Work Ethic (vs. 13-21), 3) Her Character (vs. 22-26) and 4) Her Holiness (vs. 27-31)

Different people remember Mother’s Day in different ways. Let’s me tell you of a story of a family my wife came into contact with again this week. It all started about two years ago. A 27 year old woman who already had a 2 year old child found out that she was pregnant again. At the same time she ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Other

Walk In Love Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 2, 2015

1) The Plea (Ephesians 5:1–2a), 2) The Pattern (Ephesians 5:2b), 3) The Perversion (Ephesians 5:3–4)

The world claims to want love, and love is advocated and praised from every corner. Romantic love especially is touted. Songs, novels, movies, and television serials continually exploit emotional, lustful desire as if it were genuine love. Questing for and fantasizing about the “perfect ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-7

Denomination: Other

Watcha Gonna Do When He Comes And Deals With You Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 25, 2013

A study of the book of Isaiah chapter 47

Isaiah 47: 1 – 15 Watcha Gonna Do When He Comes And Deals With You 1 “Come down and sit in the dust, O virgin daughter of Babylon; Sit on the ground without a throne, O daughter of the Chaldeans! For you shall no more be called tender and delicate. 2 Take the millstones and grind meal. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 47:1-15

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

No Excuse! Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 29, 2014

What is the eternal destiny of a person born, raised and dying in a place where they never once had access to a Bible or heard about God? Is God going to excuse them? Is God going to excuse those people who never had access to the Bible?

INTRODUCTION Open your Bibles, please to Romans 1:18. We have come to the part I call, “No Excuse!” We all know people who are not too bright. I’ve decided I don’t pick on Aggies and I don’t pick on Longhorns or even Baylor Bears, so today I guess I’ll make all ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Book Of Jude: It Is Written For Our Times!

Contributed by Kelly Durant on Jul 17, 2018

The Book of Jude: how prophetic! All contained in it should be urgently shared with all so it is understood from where we have come and to where we are headed. Here is a a commentary on each verse to relate it to our current times.

Book of Jude: Written for Our Times! Kelly Durant 2. This is a breakdown study of Jude and why focus on it? Because it is very relevant to our present times. Please keep your Bibles open to follow along and take notes. This book has references to the book of Enock, an extra canonical book ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-25

Denomination: Salvation Army

This Is God’s Will

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 13, 2012

The message explores the area of sanctification, expected of all who name the Name of Christ.

“Finally, then, brothers, we ask and urge you in the Lord Jesus, that as you received from us how you ought to walk and to please God, just as you are doing, that you do so more and more. For you know what instructions we gave you through the Lord Jesus. For this is the will of God, your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Denomination: Baptist