Sermons on Despise Authority:

Standing At The Edge Of The River

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 30, 2009

Every man has a Jordan River that has to be crossed to gain the Promised Land.

STANDING AT THE EDGE OF THE RIVER TEXT: Joshua 3:1-6 Joshua 3:1-6 -- “And Joshua rose early in the morning; and they removed from Shittim, and came to Jordan, he and all the children of Israel, and lodged there before they passed over.” “And it came to pass after three days, that the officers ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Big Lessons From Small Things

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 22, 2019

Sometimes we think it must be big to be God. That is not always the outcome.

BIG LESSONS FROM SMALL THINGS or FAITHFUL OVER A FEW THINGS Introduction: Prophet Zechariah 4:10--- "For who has despised the day of small things?" He was trying to encourage a nation as they were rebuilding their temple and having a difficult time. The budget was low, ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:10, Ezra 3:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

For This Purpose I Have Come Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 1, 2018

The Advent series this year explores the instances when the Master spoke of the purpose in His coming. This is the first message in this Advent series as Jesus spoke of the purpose of His coming.

“‘Now is my soul troubled. And what shall I say? “Father, save me from this hour?” But for this purpose I have come to this hour. Father, glorify your name.’ Then a voice came from heaven: ‘I have glorified it, and I will glorify it again.’ The crowd that stood there and heard it said that it ...read more

Scripture: John 12:27-36

Denomination: Baptist

Sermons In Stone

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Dec 28, 2006

This message deals with the responsibility that we have to the past.

Sermons In Stone Joshua 4:1-9 KJV And it came to pass, when all the people were clean passed over Jordan, that the LORD spake unto Joshua, saying, [2] Take you twelve men out of the people, out of every tribe a man, [3] And command ye them, saying, Take you hence out of the midst of Jordan, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Beware Of Belittling The Blood - 1 Peter 1:17-21 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 1, 2024

Be afraid of judgment, be afraid of belittling His blood, and be afraid to oppose His eternal work of redemption.

1 Peter 1:17 And if as father you call on the one who judges impartially according to the work of each, in fear conduct yourselves in the time of your sojourn. 18 having come to know that it was not with perishables, like silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty conduct you inherited ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-21

Above And Beyond

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jan 20, 2001

When we do more than what’s expected, we put ourselves in the place to be used greatly the God.

Above and Beyond Genesis 24:1-9 Matthew 5:38-48 Test Genesis 24:9-20 Sometimes in order to obtain things that are truly worth having, we have to go above and beyond the call of duty. We’re often touched when ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Passion Puzzle Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Dec 29, 2025

Over the course of His time with the disciples, Jesus has been giving clues to help the disciples understand the grand picture of the Gospel.

There is something quite interesting about putting a puzzle together. A single piece provides a little information, but when connected with many or all of the other pieces, the picture comes into view. The Apostle Paul has referred to the gospel as a “mystery.” Just as puzzles need to be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:31-34

Denomination: Baptist

Book Of Jude Part 6 Of 6 Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 21, 2018

First he reminds them that they have been forewarned with regard to the oncoming peril. Then he encourages them to maintain themselves in a strong spiritual condition. Finally, he counsels them to use discernment in ministering to those who have been . .

15 To execute judgment upon all, and to convince all that are ungodly among them of all their ungodly deeds which they have ungodly committed, and of all their hard speeches which ungodly sinners have spoken against him. I cannot pass v. 15 without taking notice of how often, and how forcefully, ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:15-25

Denomination: Baptist

"The Fear Of God” For Today.

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Aug 16, 2001

What it means to practice “The fear of God” for today’s Christian. Is this an archaic thing or is it still applicable for today? And if so, how can we practice it.

“The fear of God” for today. By Andrew Chan, PBC, Vancouver, BC 13 Here is my final conclusion: Fear God and obey his commands, for this is the duty of every person. 14 God will judge us for everything we do, including every secret thing, whether good or bad. Eccl. 12:13,14 (NLT) “Fear God and ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Windows Of Heaven

Contributed by Neal Gray on Jan 14, 2002

Trust, honesty, love, giving. Christians should apply all of these words to their personal relationship with God in Christ Jesus. Father God wants to pour out blessings upon us; to those of us who trust, are honest, who love God, and who give to His work

"The Windows of Heaven" Author: Dr. Neal Gray Passage: Malachi 3:7-18, KJV Purpose: Trust, honesty, love, giving. Christians should apply all of these words to their personal relationship with God in Christ Jesus. Father God wants to pour out blessings upon us; to those of us who trust, are honest, ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:7-18

Denomination: Holiness

All For A Bowl Of Red Stew Series

Contributed by Jonathan Twitchell on Dec 7, 2006

Like Jacob, we are often tempted to think that we know better than God, and to trade His promises in for a simple bowl of red stew.

Texts: Genesis 25:19-34; Romans 8:1-11 Date: Sunday, July 14, 2002 Author: Rev. Jonathan K. Twitchell As we approach our scripture text in Genesis 25 this morning, we find that the promise given to Abraham is once again in jeopardy. Isaac has grown and married, but Abraham has passed on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:19-34

Denomination: Nazarene

Making A Molehill Out Of A Mountain Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 18, 2007

Apostles, Pt. 11

MAKING A MOLEHILL OUT OF A MOUNTAIN (LUKE 9:51-56) The widely respected Indianapolis Colts coach and Superbowl winner Tony Dungy is the epitome of cool, calmness and composure. Peyton Manning credited Dungy's calm demeanor as critical to the team’s rally from an 18-point deficit against the New ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-56

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Having The Right Focus

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 31, 2017

To live pleasing to the Lord one must have the right focus or priorities in one's daily walk. Christ must be that priority. He alone must be our focus.

Having The Right Focus in the New Year Matthew 6:24-34 As we face the end of one year and the start of a new year, it would be good to evaluate what our desires are for the coming year. What are the priorities that we have or will establish for ourselves in this coming year? E.M. Gray spent ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34

Denomination: Baptist

"we Are Judged By The Company We Keep"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 11, 2021

A sermon about loving people into the Kingdom.

“We are Judged by the Company We Keep” Matthew 9:9-13 Imagine, if you will, inviting the most reviled, hated, person in your town or city to hang out with you. Imagine there being a person that all your friends hate—despise—wouldn’t be seen giving the time of day to… …and then imagine that YOU ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: United Methodist

The Power Of Weakness Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 19, 2021

The paradox that Paul proclaims here is that a handicap can be a help. A painful problem can be a powerful promoter of what is good. A weakness can be an asset and a strength

One of the most incredible biographies ever written is that of Robert Babcock. As a young boy he made a bomb out of some powder he found in his father's barn. He had a hard time getting it to go off, but when it finally did, it blew up in his face and he was instantly blinded, and remained so ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10