Sermons on Deterioration:

Aristobulus And Narcissus Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 10, 2022

We do not know anything about these two persons, men of position evidently, who had large households. But learned commentators of the New Testament have advanced a very sensible conjecture concerning each of them.

tom lowe 1/10/2022 Aristobulus and Narcissus Early Church Workers • Aristobulus was the grandson of Herod the Great and lived in Rome as a private citizen. • Since Paul does not greet him, but only those in his household, it is plausible to think he had either passed away or was not a ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

King Jeroboam Ii Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 2, 2024

I would like to highlight three things from these six verses: Jeroboam II was a magnificent but unspiritual King, Israel was an unsatisfied nation, and Yahweh was all sufficient God. What is your identity.

Text: 2 Kings 14:23-29 Theme: Jeroboam II Greetings: The Lord is good and His love endures forever. Introduction: Observation of the Text: Jeroboam II son of Jehoash, reigned forty-one years, did evil, did not turn away from sins of Jeroboam I, caused Israel to commit, restored the boundaries ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 14:23-29

Denomination: Methodist

The Ultimate Renaissance Man.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 5, 2024

What does the word renaissance really mean? Renaissance is a change for the better that produces progress and development; It’s a broad knowledge of the world at large.

The Ultimate Renaissance Man. John 12:24-25 What does the word renaissance really mean? Renaissance is a change for the better that produces progress and development; It’s a broad knowledge of the world at large. We know Leonardo da Vinci as the Renaissance man. His intellectual skill led to ...read more

Scripture: John 12:24-25, Psalm 46:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

"what Are You Afraid Of?"

Contributed by Dave Nichols on Feb 25, 2021

I wonder if there is anything you are afraid of? For me as I have gotten older I have a small fear of heights. Now as you know I am not afraid to fly, but when going up a ladder I do it a bit more slowly than I used to.

What are you afraid of? Holly Springs 2/21/2021 I wonder if there is anything you are afraid of? For me as I have gotten older I have a small fear of heights. Now as you know I am not afraid to fly, but when going up a ladder I do it a bit more slowly than I used to. I can remember when I was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Feeds Five Thousand: The Provision For Human Need Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 31, 2023

This chapter reveals Jesus to be the provision for every human and material need.

Tonight, we enter chapter 6 of the Gospel of John. This chapter reveals Jesus to be the provision for every human and material need. Note again Jesus’ pattern. He first demonstrated the truth, then He began to preach and teach it. In this chapter, Jesus will feed the 5,000 and calm the stormy ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Road To Revival

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

All of us have fallen, and our fall is not something in the past. It is something very much present right now. It is personal for each one of us. All of us come to a point when we want that which will be harmful to us.

Opening illustration: A few years ago, a story in a National American Magazine described a couple who “adopted” two wolf puppies. They discovered the wolves, while making a movie about the caribou in Alaska. They took them to their home, raised them, gave them the kindest treatment, and for a while ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Shipwreck Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 21, 2025

Worship God in the midst of your shipwreck, thank Him for the good He is doing in your life, and allow it to be an opportunity for great joy!

SHIPWRECK Text: Acts 27:27-44 Introduction 1. Shipwreck Flooded by the wind of doubt Shipwreck It seems there will be no way out Stranded in a wretched place Where is the grace that once could be found? (Shipwreck, Paul Clark). 2. So far, we have talked about God being with us in the storm. But is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:27-44

Denomination: Methodist

Maintaining Loving Relationships

Contributed by John White on Jan 12, 2005

A Biblical view of the elements involved in establishing and maintaining loving relationships.

RELATIONSHIPS THAT LAST Philemon Entire Chapter Introduction: I want to share today about the sort of relationship Paul must have had withPhilemon. A relationship that enabled him to be able to confidently ask such a costly response from him. A relationship based upon a lasting, loving and ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Wisdom For The Life’s Work Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 13, 2018

Wisdom for the Life’s Work Series: Wisdom for Life (Proverbs) Brad Bailey – August 12, 2018

Wisdom for the Life’s Work Series: Wisdom for Life (Proverbs) Brad Bailey – August 12, 2018 Intro We are continuing in our series entitled “Wisdom for Life.” Wisdom is defined best as the ability to know how life actually works…and what is the right response for the many choices we make. The ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It Wasn’t His Idea

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 6, 2019

A study in the book of 2 Chronicles 1: 1 – 17

2 Chronicles 1: 1 – 17 It wasn’t his idea 1 Now Solomon the son of David was strengthened in his kingdom, and the LORD his God was with him and exalted him exceedingly. 2 And Solomon spoke to all Israel, to the captains of thousands and of hundreds, to the judges, and to every leader in all ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 1:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Inner Peace

Contributed by Peter Parry on Jan 18, 2003

Inner peace comes to the Christian whose mind is stayed on Christ and the man/woman lives in and trust His law.

INNER PEACE (Is.26:3) Near the time of his capture and death, Jesus gave a message to His disciples that everyone of us still yearns for: Peace, said Jesus, peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:165, Isaiah 26:3

Denomination: Congregational

What Makes God Holy Series

Contributed by John Knight on Feb 9, 2003

A look at the characteristics of God’s holiness.

"Holiness: Heresy & Heritage" "What Makes God Holy" "As obedient children, do not be conformed to the passions of your former ignorance, but as he who called you is holy, be holy yourselves in all your conduct; since it is written, "You shall be holy, for I am holy." 1 Peter 1:14-16 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:14-16

Denomination: Holiness

Sacrifice

Contributed by Andrew Huson on Nov 12, 2004

To challenge people to a place of sacrifice in their Christian walk.

Sacrifice Luke 21:1-4 Turn to Luke 21:1-4 "Once upon a time, a pig and a chicken were walking down a village street. They came upon a church sign which was advertising a bazaar and breakfast which was going to be held in a few days. At the bottom of the sign the menu was given, it read ’Ham and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Sorrowful Prophet Series

Contributed by Gary Wagoner on Jul 26, 2004

Samuel was called by God to go anoint David despite his feelings of failure and his fear

1 Samuel 16:1-13 The Life of David Part One: The Broken Prophet Thesis: Samuels obedience Introduction: David, King of all Israel. What most people know about David is that he was a young boy who killed a giant, became a king and committed ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Believe That With God All Things Are Possible" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 13, 2003

God Can do something about problems of longstanding.

liff and Saltillo UM Churches February 2, 2003 “Believe that with God All Things Are Possible” How to: Begin Dreaming Again” Nehemiah 1:1-11 Introduction: Although the Jews completed the temple in 516 B. C., the city walls remained in a shambles for the next 70 years. These walls represented ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Methodist