Sermons on Deserting The Gospel:

Divine Authority To Preach The Gospel Of Grace.

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 29, 2010

Paul's gospel did not come from man but God.

Admin OptionsFeature Edit Discussion Close Discussion Add Tags Cancel Delete Discussion Intro: 1. E. Stanley Jones tells about a missionary who was lost in an African Jungle – he was surrounded by nothing but thick brush. Finally he came to an opening and found a native hut. He asked him ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

You Can’t Quarantine The Gospel!

Contributed by Greg Stier on Mar 23, 2020

We are living in some strange times! In this sermon Greg Stier, founder of Dare2Share ministries, shares some practical wisdom and insight into a gospel centered response.

We are living during some strange, strange times. More and more cities are taking drastic steps to contain the spread of the Coronavirus. We, as a ministry have taken drastic steps as well. We have cancelled our face-to-face large group meetings for the immediate future and have moved much of our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:35-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Land Of Milk And Honey Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 27, 2012

The Jewish people take pride in being "Desert People." One of the main reasons is the dependence on God and identity they formed while in the desert. We all have desert experiences that create that dependence and a new identity in us. This lesson begins t

1. Conflict between Ranchers and Farmers ¨C Always a conflict A Texas rancher met up with a Wisconsin dairy farmer. The two men began talking about their land and the milkman told the cattleman that he operated his business on 125 acres. The Texan scoffed at such a small parcel of land. He said, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From Basket To Blessings Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Feb 28, 2025

With a quick review we know that Saul has spent three (3) years in the desert and has returned to Damascus. His boldness in the Gospel message has not diminished but in fact has increased.

“From Basket To Blessings” Acts 9:23-28 With a quick review we know that Saul has spent three (3) years in the desert and has returned to Damascus. Galatians 1:17-18 “Neither went I up to Jerusalem to them which were apostles before me; but I went into Arabia, and returned again unto Damascus. 18 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

Meeting God In The Backside Of Your Wilderness

Contributed by Dm Schnur on Mar 20, 2001

God comes near in our desert experiences

Ex 3:1-5, 12; 18:5 verse 1 - “... he led the flock to the backside of the desert, and came to the mountain of God, even to Mt. Horeb.” I) Explain Text – vs 2-5 A) We talk about deserts, wildernesses, valleys, mountains in our experiences. B) Deserts, wilderness, valleys - scarey places (Give ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-12

Follow-First Step

Contributed by Jim Caswell on Mar 7, 2017

Following Jesus begins with a first step to listen and then trust enough to follow.

Title: Follow-First Step Place: BLCC Date: 3/19/17 Text: Matthew 4.18-22; Luke 5.1-11 CT: Following Jesus begins with a first step to listen and then trust enough to follow. [Screen 1] FAS: Much of the world looks upon the adrenaline junkies who jump out of "perfectly good airplanes" as crazy, but ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

The Dangers Of Religion

Contributed by Tim White on Feb 9, 2017

Paul addresses the dangers of hiding behind religion to avoid a relationship with God.

Last week, from Romans 1, we saw how people get so far from God, God gives them up to their vile choices and futile minds. That is the most tragic story in the Bible. We pointed out that all of us are susceptible to the same spiral stairway. Even believers, even Churches, can become cold towards ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Parched People Dig Deep Into God's Grace

Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 19, 2013

When you are in a spiritual desert you dig deep be deciding to discover the grace of God.

Title: Parched People Dig Deep Text: Isaiah 12 Thesis: When you are in a spiritual desert you dig deep by deciding to discover the grace of God. Background Comments: Isaiah is not easy book… Isaiah in the Old Testament is the Apostle Paul of the New Testament. It is heavily prophetic and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 12:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Compassion: The Healing Touch

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 10, 2013

It is never a fruitless exercise when we bring others to Christ.

COMPASSION: THE HEALING TOUCH. Mark 6:30-34; Mark 6:53-56. It was with some measure of excitement that the twelve apostles returned from their first outreach. They had fulfilled their commission, and were keen to report to Jesus on all that they had said and done (Mark 6:30). If ever there was a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:53-56, Mark 6:30-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fruit: Tbd Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 5, 2013

Trees in the desert display what they are. Some are deceptive, some are genuine. Likewise we can be bear good or bad fruit depending on our relationship with God.

1. Manchineel tree There is a tree in Chile that shades unknowing passersby from the intense tropical sun. However, the sap of the tree is poisonous. People who do not know better leave the shade with swollen faces, and hands – even death. 2. Jeremiah 17.5-8 3. Two trees – two choices ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Oasis

Contributed by David Nolte on Jan 5, 2021

When we thirst in the desert, God provides an oasis.

The old song made famous by the Sons Of The Pioneers, describes a man and his mule trekking through the desert. The sun is hot, the journey is long, the canteen is empty and the outlook is grim. He laments: “All day I’ve faced a barren waste Without the taste of water, cool water. Old Dan and I ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-13, John 7:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You A Jesus Freak?

Contributed by Brian Harvison on Apr 7, 2008

An Original Jesus Freak – John the Baptist

Are you a Jesus Freak John the Baptist Matthew 3:1-12 What do you think of when you hear the word freak? Maybe you think of the old time circus freaks like the bearded lady or the two-headed alligator. I’ve seen a bumper sticker on a car in town that said “I’m a freak, touch me”. So I believe ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Ready For Jesus? Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 30, 2002

We need to be ready for Jesus.

ARE YOU READY FOR JESUS? John 1:19-34 S: Celebrate Jesus Th: Readiness Pr: We need to be ready for Jesus. ?: What? What do we need to be ready for? KW: Questions (challenges) TS: There are three questions that challenge our readiness for Jesus’ impact on our lives. The _____ question ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-34

Denomination: Baptist

It's Not What I Expected

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 26, 2001

This sermon deals with things not turning out in life as we had expected them to do by looking at John The Baptist.

It’s Not What I Expected! 5/30/99 Psalm 77:1-12 Luke 1:47-80 Text Matthew 11:1-11 & Mark 6:14-29 Have you ever ordered something from a magazine or off TV and you thought, “boy it would be great to have one of those.” The price was right, so you sent off for it and when you opened the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-11, Mark 6:14-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Bridges

Contributed by Terry Lindsey on Oct 27, 2000

Jesus bulit the bridge for us to cross into the Kingdom of Heaven

Bridges My topic tonight is about bridges. How many of you crossed a bridge on the way here?? Many of us cross bridges everyday and never give it much thought. Webster’s defines a bridge in several different ways but I am using the definition of “A structure built over a river, etc., to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Methodist