Sermons on Difficult Road:

Peter’s Dallying With Denial

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 10, 2018

THIS IS THE SECOND IN A PRE-EASTER SERIES ON THE CHARACTERS OF EASTER. THIS SERMON IS ON PETER AND HOW HE HAS MUCH IN COMMON WITH JUDAS, AND US.

PETER’S DALLYING WITH DENIAL MARK 14:27-31; 66-72 TODAY WE ARE CONTINUING OUR SERIES LEADING UP TO EASTER BY LOOKING AT SOME OF THE CHARACTERS AND EVENTS LEADING UP TO THE CRUCIFIXION AND RESURRECTION OF OUR LORD. LAST WEEK WE BEGAN BY LOOKING AT JUDAS, AND THIS WEEK WE ARE GOING TO CONSIDER ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

To Err Is Human Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Sep 25, 2012

Sermon #1 in a 4 part series of Truths we must believe. Extracted from Dr. Chris Thurman's book The Truths we must believe. Truth #1 is "To Err is Human." and contains information from Romans 7 and 8

Title: To Err is Human Series: Truths we must believe CHCC: August 5, 2012 Romans 7-8 INTRODUCTION: You may remember that last summer we preached a 4 sermon series about TRUTH based on a book by Dr. Chris Thurman. We focused on the lies we tell ourselves. We talked about SELF lies, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Descent Of The West From God: From Theism, Naturalism, To Nihilism And Existentialism

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jul 20, 2022

We see a slide taking place in regard to worldview. For human history some form of religion or deism was the chief worldview

We see a slide taking place in regard to worldview. For human history some form of religion or deism was the chief worldview. Yet over the history of humanity, we see the descent of human worldview, as if one were taking steps down a flight of stairs, from theism, the original underpinnings of ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Salvation Army

"transfomed" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 25, 2022

This was the first. This was when His ministry is launched into the public eye and this miracle changed the course of His ministry and nothing would ever be the same again

“Transformed!” John 2:1-11 So, it’s good when you start, to start at the beginning. The miracle we just observed is the famous miracle at the wedding of Cana. The changing of the water to wine. John tells us this was the first time Jesus revealed His glory. So we arrive at the belief that this ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Embracing Wisdom Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Aug 24, 2023

What is the difference between worldly wisdom and godly wisdom?

Sermon series Campfire Talks #1 Embracing Wisdom 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 Proverbs 8 Good morning- Today we start anew series I am calling Campfire Talks! Remember those times maybe as a kid that you sat around the campfire you had some great times talking about all kinds of things…some important ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Nazarene

Courage Under Fire

Contributed by Allan Quak on Feb 23, 2010

Whether we are believers, or not-yet-believers we all face a life which is full of adversity, difficulty and struggle. In this sermon we explore two questions. 1) What sort of people will we be, when we face adversity, difficulty and struggles? 2) Can w

About ten years ago a movie came out called “Courage Under Fire”. The plot of the movie was to demonstrate that people will respond differently when they find themselves in adverse and difficult situations. In the movie these people had some sameness about them:- · they all had military ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-30

Denomination: Baptist

Where Will I Go?

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 1, 2019

This sermon is going to review the story of the children of Israel at the Red Sea in order to show that while many battles in life cannot be won through our own effort, God is more than capable and willing to secure our victory if only we would stand still and let Him fight for us!

Where will I Go? Exodus 14:5-14 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “Self-esteem is that speck in the eye which most effectually mars human vision; the Great Surgeon of souls removes this from us chiefly by sanctified afflictions.” Charles Spurgeon Ever face a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:5-14, Hebrews 11:1, James 1:2-5, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

Palm Sunday - Jesus Was Weeping!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 31, 2001

I wonder, is Jesus still weeping today? When He turns & looks into our lives, I wonder, will He weep once again because of what He sees?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED - 2019) TEXT: Luke 19:28?44 I wish simply to remind you this morning of a familiar Bible event. It began early Sunday morning (Palm Sunday, we call it today) as Jesus was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44, Luke 19:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Crawling Out Of The Loss Hole #5 Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Stratton on Aug 23, 2002

This series examines some of the emotional holes we fall into and how to crawl out.

March 3, 2002 Job 3:1-16 Crawling Out of the Loss Hole Hear Job’s lament? The opening words of today’s scripture passage tell us that Job was deep in the hole of loss. It says, “After this, Job opened his mouth and cursed the day he was born.” Job is in this hole because of that little two ...read more

Scripture: Job 3:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of The Good Samaritan Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 16, 2008

Doing the right thing, at the right time, for the right reasons is how we are called to live for Christ. Love without boundaries or prejudice!

Sermon Brief Date Written: September 16, 2008 Date Preached: September 10, 2008 Where Preached: OPBC (Wed PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study of the Parables Sermon Title: The Parable of the Good Samaritan Sermon Text: Luke 10: 30-35 (NKJV) 30 Then Jesus answered and said: “A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:30-35

Denomination: Baptist

Finding The Courage To Follow Christ

Contributed by David Scudder on Aug 14, 2011

We have before us a story of two followers of Christ who had gotten very discouraged. They had surrendered their lives to follow Jesus Christ, but then all of their hopes were dashed when Jesus was arrested, tortured, humiliated, and put through a slow an

Purpose: To show how Christ brought two wayward followers back into fellowship. Aim: I want the listener to solve his discouragement by focusing on Christ with other believers. INTRODUCTION: We have before us a story of two followers of Christ who had gotten very discouraged. They had surrendered ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Witness Of Paul Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 13, 2020

The persecutor became the persecuted. The one who was hunting down believers became hunted down. Paul who afflicted suffering on Christians, now suffers as a Christian.

Good morning. We are going to read the post-conversion account of Paul today. • His conversion, which we saw last week, was both miraculous and traumatic. • He was blinded for 3 days and did not eat or drink, until a stranger Ananias came to minister to him. He was restored physically, but more ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:19-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Joy At Christmas Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 20, 2025

This sermon proclaims that the true joy of Christmas is not found in changing circumstances or earthly comfort, but in the unshakable, eternal joy that comes from God drawing near in Christ—who lived, suffered, died, and rose again to secure our salvation and remain with us through every trial.

To begin our discussion this morning, let’s do a quick, informal congregational survey. I’m going to describe a few scenarios. If the scenario brings you joy, give me a thumbs up. If it brings discomfort, frustration, or sorrow—give me a thumbs down. Just respond honestly. First scenario: ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14, Romans 5:8, 1 John 4:9

Denomination: Baptist

Back To The Basics: The Church Series

Contributed by Brian William on Oct 25, 2007

Fourth in the "Back to the Basics" series, exploring the foundational beliefs of Christians. This sermon addresses the question, "What do Christians believe about the Body of Christ, the Church?"

This past week, someone brought to my attention a different kind of church. Travel a half-hour south of Dallas, Texas, and you’ll find the Cowboy Church of Ellis County. Based on the photographs they provide on their website, you’ve got a few choices if you want to lead worship at the Cowboy ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Methodist

Walk Worthily Of Your Calling (Ephesians 4:1-6) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 29, 2022

The surprising thing about this, is how Paul unpacks "worthily." It's more about living in peace, unity, and love, than anything else.

Let's start today, by simply reading our passage. Ephesians 4:1-6: Therefore , I exhort you, I, the prisoner of the Lord, worthily to walk of the calling with which you were called, with all humility and meekness, with patience, putting up with one another in love, hurrying to keep the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6