Sermons on Detour:

Growing Through Waiting Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Apr 14, 2008

Waiting is probably not one of our favorite things to do. But in our times of waiting, Spiritual growth can take place! And when we wait on the Lord, we will experience His full blessing!

TEXT: Psalm 31, 62 TITLE: The Growing Church: GROWING PAIN #2: Growing through Waiting TOPIC: Spiritual Growth - Part One OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, April 13th, 2008 PROP.: Waiting is probably not one of our favorite things to do. But in our times of waiting, Spiritual growth ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Stunt Your Spiritual Growth Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Dec 5, 2011

Paul confronts the Galatians about how they lost their first love for God and for the servant God had sent because of their following a false message.

• How discouraging is it to invest so much into something only to see it go in a dangerous direction after you are no longer there to influence it. a) Business you once owned b) A child after he/she moves out of the house c) Church you once were a member of(or pastor of) • Paul is ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:8-20

Living In The Past Or Moving Forward With Teh Lord

Contributed by Eugene Morell on Jan 4, 2012

Making a decision about moving forward in one's walk with the Lord.

LIVING IN THE PAST OR MOVING FORWARD WITH THE LORD. JOSHUA 1:1-11. 1. Moses is dead. What the Lord is saying is that sometimes we have to actually name out loud what it is that we can’t get past. 2. The Lord renews His promises to his everyday. Verse 2b-3 “therefore arise, cross this ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

David’s Lord

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 7, 2011

Messianic Psalm about Jesus. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Lord (vs 1). (2). The King (vs 2-3). (3). The Priest (vs 4). (4). The Judge (vs 5-7). SERMON CONTENT: Ill: • The university library in Kansas U.S.A. • Is home to a very unusual Bible. • At first it looks like very ordinary; • But when the guilt edges are slightly ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 110:1-7

Denomination: Brethren

There's Work To Be Done Before He Returns!

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jun 10, 2009

Message regarding what we should be doing until Jesus returns, should He do so during our lifetimes.

There’s Work to Be Done Before He Returns! Matthew 25:14-30 May 10, 2009 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATION FOR A CHANGE." Me: There were a number of times in my working career when my boss would be away, and I’d be put in charge. Some of these times ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Wesleyan

Never Underestimate First Base Series

Contributed by Tom Conant on Apr 3, 2009

Third in a series on stewardship

Intro. Everybody loves a home run. It is so exciting to see the batter stand at the plate, especially if the game is on the line, size up the pitcher, make just the right swing, and then see the ball soar high into the centerfield seats. Wow, now that’s baseball! But I would like to suggest to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sisera And His Chariots

Contributed by Tim Secrist on Feb 22, 2013

There are those, even among God's people, who depend on their own strength for success. Sisera and is charioteers discover that even great military might is no match for almighty God. And it's no match for the rest of us, either.

Sisera and His Chariots Judges 4:1-4; 12-17 Sisera had it made, he must admit. He was general over the army of Jabin, king of Canaan. He had risen through the ranks and now he was General of the Army. And not just any army; he had 900 iron chariots at his disposal, far more than anyone else in ...read more

Scripture: Judges 4:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Here Am I...send Someone Else, Pt. Two

Contributed by Chris Beam on Jul 15, 2015

Part two of Here am I...Send Someone Else

Series: Jonah and the City Here am I…Send Someone Else, Pt. Two Jonah 1:3 Last week I preached the first half of this message but in order to get you all to lunch on time, I cut it off where we will pick up this morning. Last week we looked at Jonah’s call, this week we’ll be ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

Help Me God, I'm Afraid Series

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Nov 2, 2022

The Pillsbury Dough Boy. Cute. Cuddly. And wanted for attempted murder? Well, not exactly …

Alba 8-3-13 (Revised 10-30-2022) HELP ME GOD, I'M AFRAID The Pillsbury Dough Boy. Cute. Cuddly. And wanted for attempted murder? Well, not exactly … A woman in Arkansas was sitting in her car in a parking lot when she heard a loud bang and then felt a sharp pain in the back of her head. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7, Psalm 23:4, Psalm 27:1, Matthew 1:20, Luke 2:10, 1 John 4:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fishing On The Wrong Side!

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 8, 2022

We are told the most five popular questions that men are asked is:

• "What are you thinking?" • "Do you love me?" • "Do I look fat?" • "Do you think she is prettier than me?" • "What would you do if I died?" Each of these questions, when answered incorrectly, lead to an argument or divorce. Men must think ...read more

Scripture: John 21:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

Remembering Our Freedom Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jun 6, 2021

Memorial Day is when we remember our lost loved ones and also the many soldiers who died in the numerous wars of our country fought over the past few hundred years; and this message focuses on “Remembering Our Freedom.”

Tomorrow is Memorial Day; therefore, we will observe this special day with a message from the Word. I wish to begin by sharing some of the history behind Memorial Day; however, I have encountered two separate versions of the story on how this holiday began, and so, I am going to present both ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:14, Exodus 13:3

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving 2014 Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Jun 9, 2020

A sermon to be preached for thanksgiving service. This sermon focuses on seven reasons for thanksgiving. Seven reasons for giving thanks to God.

To watch this video on youtube https://youtu.be/AgmyQ-t3Z4s Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured Points Covered: A ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 2:7, Deuteronomy 6:12, Psalm 103:2, Matthew 6:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"After Christmas... Now What?”

Contributed by Bubot Parago on Dec 25, 2018

The purpose of these Christmas stories, as recorded by the authors of the gospels, is to remind us that the silent, holy night of unnatural calm that we celebrate on Christmas is really the point of the eye of the storm.

The Christmas season would be over next week.... “AFTER THE ADVENT SEASON... NOW WHAT?” Let’s follow the footsteps of the Family as they continue their trek to God’s plans and purposes.... for His Glory.... It is also in great relation and realization for everyone of us here as we enter 2019.... ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Bridge Of A Personal Encounter (Series)

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 25, 2018

Christianity is more than a religion, it is a personal relationship with Jesus. The gods of this world are dead. Jesus is alive and well and He invites us to know him. Jesus takes marred clay and changes us.

THE BRIDGE OF A PERSONAL ENCOUNTER By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com. (This is several part lesson.) DO I REALLY KNOW JESUS? IS MY EXPERIENCE WITH JESUS PERSONAL TO ME? AM I GROWING AND DEVELOPING CLOSER AND CLOSER. Jesus is much more than a religion, Jesus is all about a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10, James 4:8, Jeremiah 18:1-4, Psalm 107:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Church's One Foundation

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 14, 2020

John 17

THE CHURCH’S ONE FOUNDATION (JOHN 17:1-26) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_en Grammar Bible (English) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_Bah Tatabahasa Alkitab (Indonesian) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_Esp Biblia de Gramática (Spanish) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_Tag Gramatika Bibliya ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible