Sermons on Denial Escapism:

Gone Fishing!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Apr 15, 2018

Gone Fishing - John chapter 21 verses 1-21 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). A Night of Defeat (vs 1-3). (2). A Morning of Decision (vs 4-17). (3). A Day of Dedication (vs 18-25). (4). A Lifetime to Serve (vs 20-25). SERMON BODY: Ill: • Explaining marriage to his four-year-old girl; • The dad thought he was doing a good job. • Bute she was as ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-25

Denomination: Brethren

The Superior Value Of A Sanctified Heart-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 1, 2019

2 of ? Peter causes his audience to examine the superior value of a sanctified heart. But HOW is the superior value of a sanctified heart evaluated/measured/determined? The (superior)value of a sanctified heart is evaluated thru...

The SUPERIOR VALUE Of A SANCTIFIED HEART-II—1Peter 3:13-17 Attention: “An Alabama sixth-grade teacher said he learned a valuable lesson on kindness with a special note from one of his students this week. Price Lawrence, who teaches at Highlands Elementary in Huntsville, said in a Facebook post on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Songs We Sing: "must Jesus Bear The Cross Alone" Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 5, 2025

The song we will focus on is the worst hymn that has ever been produced (IN MY OPINION). Why is this hymn the worst? This hymn is the worst because it teaches incorrect theology about Jesus Christ.

SONGS WE SING: ‘MUST JESUS BEAR THE CROSS ALONE?’ 1 Peter 2:21-25, Matthew 16:24-25 #BadBadHymn SING ‘MUST JESUS BEAR THE CROSS ALONE’ INTRODUCTION This morning we are continuing a sermon series called: “The Songs We Sing.” Part of worshipping God is singing. It is not the only part, but is a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21-25, Matthew 16:24-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon – Dangerous Steps To King Saul's Downfall

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 6, 2025

Yet, In this text, we witness the downfall of king Saul and his choice to rebel against God. Saul was chosen by God, anointed by Samuel and celebrated by the people, and given many victories against Israel’s enemies, but he fell from grace.

Sermon – Dangerous Steps To Downfall Scripture Lesson - 1 Samuel 15:10-29 “Then the Lord said to Samuel, “I am sorry that I ever made Saul king, for he has not been loyal to me and has refused to obey my command.” Samuel was so deeply moved when he heard this that he cried out to the Lord all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:10-29, Proverbs 14:34, 1 Samuel 9:2, 1 Samuel 15:10-15

Denomination: Methodist

Anchored In The Eternal: Navigating Life's Changes With Steadfast Faith And Faithful Obedience

Contributed by Stanley Daniel on May 12, 2025

How one can navigate constant changes in our life with steadfast faith and faithful obedience, with the help of unchanging God using His unchanging Word

Good morning. It is truly a blessing to be together this morning, gathered as the body of Christ. We live in a world that is constantly shifting beneath our feet. From the moment we are born until our final breath, life is a relentless process of change. Think about it: our bodies grow and change; ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:8, Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, James 1:22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Humility In Serving Series

Contributed by John Bright on Oct 3, 2025

Working through 1 Peter using consecutive expository preaching. The teaching sheet is included at the end of the text.

“Humility in Serving” 1 Peter 5:1-5 Pastor John Bright 1 Peter 5 “1 The elders who are among you I exhort, I who am a fellow elder and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, and also a partaker of the glory that will be revealed: 2 Shepherd the flock of God which is among you, serving as ...read more

Scripture: James 3:2, 1 Peter 5:1-5, Psalm 23:1-2, Zechariah 11:17, John 21:15-17, 1 Peter 2:11-12, Mark 10:43-45  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Finding Jesus Part Iii, The Rock Series

Contributed by Roy Hughes on Mar 22, 2001

Part 3 of the "Finding Jesus" series where we see Jesus as the smitten Rock and the Rock we can speak to.

FINDING JESUS, PART III THE ROCK OVER THE LAST 2 WEEKS WE HAVE BEEN FINDING JESUS. Ÿ FINDING JESUS IN OUR TEMPTATIONS When we find Jesus in our temptations, we ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:1-6, Numbers 20:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

#5 -- Help Series

Contributed by Derek Melanson on Nov 10, 2006

God helps those who rely not on themselves but on Him.

“God helps those who help themselves” Have you ever heard the expression, “God helps those who help themselves”? What does this saying mean? Does it mean that God only helps those who can help themselves? At the very least this saying seems to suggest to me that we can help ourselves somewhat. It ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 124:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Further Assurances Of Hope Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jun 28, 2012

Those who don’t repent and turn to God in the end time will have the wrath of God fall upon them. The assurance is that justice will triumph. But it will triumph at the expense of the ungodly.

Verses 9 – 12 of Rev. 14 are the picture of the anger and wrath of God against the ungodly and evil of this world. Those who don’t repent and turn to God in the end time will have the wrath of God fall upon them. The assurance is that justice will triumph. But it will triumph at the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Covering Of Guilt Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 30, 2021

This Psalm is David's song of joy, because he found forgiveness, and in spite of his great sins of adultery and murder, was still able to face God without guilt and shame.

Sometimes those nightmarish dreams people have actually come true. It happened to a couple from Salem, Oregon while they were on their summer vacation. They were traveling in their camper truck. The husband got so tired he decided to let his wife take over so he could get a nap. It was very ...read more

He Did It All For Me

Contributed by Howard Parnell on Oct 7, 2002

You can not truly come to know Jesus Christ as your Savior until you recognize that all He did was for you personally.

HE DID IT ALL FOR ME I Pet. 2:24 INTRO. Search as I will I can not think of a single thing so personal as sin and salvation. When the Bible says, "For all have sinned", I am persuaded to think, "all but me". And when the Word says, "There is none righteous, no not one", I want to add, "except ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:24

Denomination: Baptist

A Love Song For Mary Series

Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on Oct 21, 2002

This sermon is a unique testimony in song of the love Joseph had for Mary, the mother of the Messiah!

Evangelist Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks THE MINISTRY OF S.A.R.A.H. Lyons, Georgia PRAYER: Heavenly Father, As we quickly approach the time of year when all believers will give reverance to the annointed birth of Your son Jesus Christ, we want to take acknowledge the men of God who are in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:78-79, Luke 2:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

A Faith Outcome Series

Contributed by Scotty Killingsworth on Jan 8, 2002

This Bible study will encourage the Christ follower to step into a faith partnership with Jesus. The faith step opens three dimensions of life that maximize existence.

WW010902 A faith outcome John 9:6 Beginning: What was your greatest faith step in 2001? Did you play it safe last year or did you take a giant step? If you know the exhilaration of a quantum faith leap you are probably jumping up and down waving your hand in the air saying, “Pastor let me ...read more

Scripture: John 9:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

The New Testament Church; Its Name Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Feb 3, 2003

The meaning and origin of the name "Christian" and who has a right to wear it.

The New Testament Church: Its Name Acts 11:26 INTRO.: The Republican Methodist Church began on Christmas Day, 1793 in Manikintown Virginia. It was formed by several Methodist congregations who rebelled against the Methodist Episcopal form of government brought from England. Soon. There were several ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sweet Fruit Of Bitter Times Series

Contributed by Kelly Randolph on Feb 17, 2003

This sermon explores the fruit of struggling with trials.

The Sweet Fruit of Bitter Times James 1:1-4 Krispy Kreme donuts are all the rage right now. Many of us have tasted them. Some people will line up and wait for hours to purchase these sweet delights. Let me tell you about the process that leads to a Krispy Kreme donut. First the little balls of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4, James 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist