Sermons on Despisers:

God's Jewel Box Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 11, 2013

Malachi has thus far been writing to the discordant voices in Israel.Not everybody in Israel was disobedient to God: There were some who desired God.

God’s Jewel Box Malachi Series Malachi 3.16-18 July 28, 2013 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: Malachi 3:16-18 (NASB) 16 Then those who feared the LORD spoke to one another, and the LORD gave attention and heard it, and a book of remembrance was written ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God's Mercy For The Outsider

Contributed by Jaco Bester on Feb 13, 2013

A reflection on the non-discriminatory mercy of God

GOD’S MERCY FOR THE ‘OUTSIDER’... ISAIAH 56:1-8; MATTHEW 15:21-28; ROMANS 11:25-36 Introduction: The story is told of two university students who got into a bit of a debate about the existence of God... The one student was a fervent atheist and eventually blurted out in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Rejected Chief Cornerstone

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 28, 2014

To show that they rejected JESUS but JESUS became the Founder and Leader of CHRISTians's faith around the world.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you rejected because of JESUS? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that they rejected JESUS but JESUS became the Founder and Leader of CHRISTians's faith around the world. Hebrews 12:2 (Amplified Bible) 12:2 Looking away [from all that will distract] to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:17-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Care Enough To Correct Series

Contributed by Tim Pollock on May 19, 2016

Sermon Series by Dr. Tim Pollock

Motivating our sons and daughters to pursue a path of godliness isn’t always easy. It takes courage to stay the course and to stand our ground without losing heart. As Gods agents of change, parents must have love and the power of the Holy Spirit within in order to be successful. Seven ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Stay In The Zone

Contributed by Mark Dellosso on Nov 12, 2015

Standing firm in God. Living in the presence of God.

Scripture Psalm 15 - “Lord, who may abide in Your tabernacle? Who may dwell in Your Holy hill? (2) He who walks uprightly, and works righteousness, and speaks the truth in his heart; (3) He who does not backbite with his tongue, nor does evil to his neighbor, Nor does he take up a reproach ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayer That Impresses God Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 23, 2025

If you want to impress God with your prayers, stop trusting yourself and start trusting the Lord. Reject any self-righteous pride and recognize your own sinful, spiritual poverty.

For years, Mike Atkinson has published a daily email humor list, which I enjoy reading. He calls it “Mikey’s Funnies,” and several years ago, he wrote: If you can start the day without caffeine; if you can get going without pep pills; if you can always be cheerful, ignoring aches and pains; if ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14, Isaiah 64:6, Psalm 51:17, Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Serving God By Giving Freedom

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

WE ARE TO SERVE GOD BY ALLOWING FELLOW-BELIEVERS THE FREEDOM TO BELIEVE DIFFERENTLY, DESPITE OUR DIFFERENCE OF OPINION 1.

WE ARE TO SERVE GOD BY ALLOWING FELLOW-BELIEVERS THE FREEDOM TO BELIEVE DIFFERENTLY, DESPITE OUR DIFFERENCE OF OPINION 1. We Must Accept Fellow-Believers Despite Our Differences of Opinion (:1-3) a. Problem -- strong in faith vs. weak b. Specific cultural example c. Our Attitude = spirit of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

7 Aggressive Responses To God

Contributed by Anthony Mancina on Oct 30, 2002

According to Proverbs Chapter 3 we are to be proactive in our response to God.

Seven Aggressive Responses to God I. Proverbs 3: 1- 12 1. Forget Not My Law Tora – Primary sense of teaching Customs Law Instruction Direction Rules 2. Let Not Mercy And Truth Forsake Thee  They need to be the 2 predominate characteristics of our lives  Good ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Deep Secrets Revealed Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 15, 2010

A study of chapter 17 verses 1 through 24

Ezekiel 17: 1 – 24 ‘Deep secrets revealed’ 1 And the word of the LORD came to me, saying, 2 “Son of man, pose a riddle, and speak a parable to the house of Israel, 3 and say, ‘Thus says the Lord GOD:“ A great eagle with large wings and long pinions, full of ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 17:1-24

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Name Your Punishment

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 7, 2018

A study in the book of 2 Samuel 12: 1 – 31

2 Samuel 12: 1 – 31 You just named your punishment 12 Then the LORD sent Nathan to David. And he came to him and said to him: “There were two men in one city, one rich and the other poor. 2 The rich man had exceedingly many flocks and herds. 3 But the poor man had nothing, except one little ewe ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

A Name That's Worthy Series

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Mar 6, 2005

We need to hold the name of God in reverence with our tongue and our lives.

Please turn with me to Exodus 20:1-17, as we read our text tonight. In Lewis Carroll’s book “Alice in Wonderland”, Alice was having a conversation with the Mad Hatter and the March Hare one afternoon. And the March Hare scolded her, saying, “You should say what you mean!” Alice said, “I do — at ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Crucifixion: The Seperation Of Sin

Contributed by Joe Harding on Mar 29, 2004

SIN SEPERATED JESUS FROM HIS FATHER, BUT BROUGHT US BACK TO THE FATHER!

THE CRUCIFIXION: THE SEPERATION OF SIN MATTHEW 27: 45-56 MARCH 28, 2004 INTRODUCTION: If you were to look at Rembrandt’s painting of The Three Crosses, your attention would be drawn first to the center cross on which Jesus died. Then as you would look at the crowd gathered around the foot of that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-56

Denomination: Baptist

How Jesus Ministered - Meeting Jesus Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 29, 2005

What’s the key to having a successful church? There are large "successful" churches that haven’t learned what Jesus’ formula was. Do you know what Jesus’ formula was?

OPEN: In a California city, a woman rushed into a store, glanced around and took a number. Then she heard the clerk call out “87,” and she looked down and saw her own number was 8. She was understandably puzzled, because there were only 3 other people in the store. So she went to the counter and, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Protesting Or Practicing Praise Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 16, 2007

We either practice praise or protest against it.

The Hallelujah Factor Series Based upon Jack Taylor’s book The Hallelujah Factor Protesting or Practicing Praise Pt. 1 July 15, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A Praise is any vocal, audible and/or visible adoration of God. 1 Series ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Seed Of Small Beginning

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Mar 30, 2011

Whether you are building your personal Christian faith, starting a family, planting a local church, beginning worthwhile projects, or planning businesses; the parable of Jesus about the mustard seed is a very relevant message that can encourage you

THE SEED OF HUMBLE BEGINNING Whether you are building your personal Christian faith, starting a family, planting a local church, beginning worthwhile projects, or planning businesses; the parable of Jesus about the mustard seed is a very relevant message that can motivate and encourage you. Mat ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational