Sermons on Denial:

To Lent Or Not To Lent ... That Is The Question

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Feb 26, 2015

Building a continuum with the legalism of the Jews on one end and the Law of Love on the other end. Then trying to decide exactly where along that continuum Lent falls.

(Establishing the first end of the continuum - Legalism) Exodus 20:8-10 (NLT) “Remember to observe the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. You have six days each week for your ordinary work, but the seventh day is a Sabbath day of rest dedicated to the Lord your God. “On that day no ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-40

Denomination: Nazarene

Guidelines For Christianity: The Fruit Of Self-Control Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 31, 2015

Where do you need the spiritual grace of self-control? Seek the Lord for direction, and let Him mold you into a Disciple that is controlled at all times and in all circumstances by the Holy Spirit.

“. . . the fruit of the spirit is . . . self-control. . .” (Gal. 5:22-23) Not too long ago I watched the movie “Castaway” with Tom Hanks. He was stranded on this island after a plane crash in the ocean. He had nothing to eat at first but coconuts. He had to master the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Strategy For Defeating Satan’s Attacks

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 4, 2015

When your faith is the strongest, you come up under the greatest attack, because the enemy is trying to destroy your destiny. Let us be in a state of readiness; in a stance of resistance toward the devil and ready to give our statement of resolution.

Opening illustration: The ancient sport of falconry used trained hawks or falcons in the pursuit of wild game. When the "educated predator" was allowed to fly, however, it often rose too high for human eyes to see it. So a hunter often carried a small caged bird called a shrike. By watching the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Unbeliever And The Law Of God Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Apr 15, 2014

In this message, we examine three types of unbelievers: (1) The Religious Unbeliever (2) The Atheistic Unbeliever (3)The Unconcerned Unbeliever

The Unbeliever and the Law of God Matthew 5:19 In our message last Sunday we dealt with a foundational subject in regard to our faith, and that is the relationship between the Christian and the Law of God. I made some points that I would like to now reiterate before moving on to the message for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Roman's Road Of National Depravity

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Apr 16, 2014

A response to the cultural shift of our nation.

“The Roman’s Road of National Depravity” Romans 1:18-32 Your bulletins say that today we will be revisiting the “Biblically Functioning Church” Yet, I have to ask you to suspend your anticipation of that message until next week, as this morning we are going to focus ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breakfast With The Risen Savior Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on May 10, 2014

Breakfast with the Risen Savior answers the question: Will Jesus still provide for us after His Death?

Breakfast with the Risen Savior John 21:1-14 Jesus used “fishing” as an example of His KINGDOM Power to save and provide from the beginning of His ministry. Do you know what the “Ichthus” is? It is the Greek Word for “fish” but became the “sign of the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Present Perfect

Contributed by Doug Newton on Aug 24, 2018

Colossians 1:3-14

I pulled into a gas station a couple weeks ago and saw something new at the pump. If I wanted, I could push a button to mix a chemical with the gas that would improve my gas mileage. The advertisement explained that the additive would clean the engine valves and boost performance. Is this just ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-14

Denomination: Free Methodist

Desire - Only Met In Jesus Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Feb 26, 2013

The deepest desires of our hearts are meant to be met as we experience God's glory, but fulfillment of our desires has often been hijacked by cheap imitations provided by our culture.

In preparation for today’s message, continuing our exploration of the glory of God, I read a sermon by CS Lewis entitled “The Weight of Glory”. And it launched me down a path that I am going to attempt to describe, and hope that you might accompany me on, this morning. Now, the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

Hurts And Healing In Leadership

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jun 3, 2014

Healers will often experience hurt and must deal with it appropriately.

2Co 4:7 But we have this treasure (wealth) in earthen vessels, (frail clay) that the excellency (going beyond) of the power may be of God, and not of us. 2Co 4:8 We are troubled (crowed afflicted) on every side, yet not distressed; (extreme anxiety sorrow and pain) we are perplexed, (be at a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Contemporary Christ Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 29, 2021

If Jesus was still in the tomb, and not a living contemporary, then however, great a man and teacher He was, He is of no more value to us than any other dead man. Any religion will do if the best only gets you to the grave.

A mother said to the toy salesman, "Isn't this a rather complicated toy for a small child?" The salesman responded, "This madam is an educational toy. It is especially designed to help a child adjust to living in the world of today. No matter which way he puts it together, it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-28

Breaking Free Of Controlling Habits!

Contributed by John Gaston on May 26, 2023

A controlling habit is something you find yourself doing even though it is destructive. The top 10 are: Materialism, Pride, Self-centeredness, Laziness, Anger, Bitterness, Sexual Lust , Envy, Gluttony, Lying.

BREAKING FREE OF CONTROLLING HABITS! Galatians 5:1-2 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Sometimes being close isn’t good enough. Like Bill, who ordered a cord of firewood to be delivered for $100. 2. When the firewood was delivered, Bill got upset. “That’s not a full cord of wood,” Bill objected. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Paul's Response To False Accusations

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001

How to avoid over reacting to false accusations

Paul’s Response to False Accusations (Acts 21:27-40) Illustration:Statistics and Stuff What really makes people satisfied with their lives? Amazingly, the secret may lie in a person’s ability to handle life’s blows without blame or bitterness. These are the conclusions of a study of 173 men who ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:27-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Eruption Of Thankfulness Series

Contributed by Mark Mohler on Jun 26, 2004

Paul’s prayer of thankfulness for the Colossian church.

An Eruption of Thankfulness Colossians 1:1-8 Introduction: When Paul prayed for the church at Colosse, the prayer burst into an overflow of thankfulness and praise. This was because their lives demonstrated that God was at work in the church. When followers of Christ see another who God is using ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

" Mr. Clean" Series

Contributed by Samuel Denton on Jun 26, 2004

Jesus is the dwelling place of His temple, will you let Him clean out all of the impurities in your life and reign supreme?

John 2: 13-25 ( Jesus Cleanses the Temple) When was the last time you got mad???? How did you react???? What did it feel like- the rage inside of you?? What did you do??? Usually when we think of God we think of His love! We think of the fruits of the Spirit, His promises, His never-ending ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-25

Denomination: Baptist

It's Coming!

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Jul 3, 2004

You have been waiting for some things from God for a long time now. Waiting on your blessing, waiting on your answer to prayer, waiting on your miracle...I have a word for you! It’s Coming!

It’s Coming!!! Pastor Jamie Wright * Maranatha Fellowship Church Ever waited on something to come to pass? Or ever asked for anything and then had to wait for it. Maybe you have dreamed of something and now you are expecting for that dream to come to pass. I know many of us have prayed for ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational