Sermons on Disapproval:

Marriage Part 4: The Four Horsemen Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 16, 2025

Part four of this five part series on marriage focuses on how to handle conflict based on the Gottman Institute identifocation of the Four Horsemen that can destroy a marriage. I highly recommend everyone to visit their website for resources for addressing marital conflicts.

Marriage Part 4: The Four Horsemen Scripture: First Peter 3:7; Matthew 5:22-24; Ephesians 4:26-27 Good morning Strangers Rest. This is part four of my series on marriage. The title of today’s message “The Four Horsemen” and I will be focusing on when we face conflict within our marriage. In part ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:7, Matthew 5:22-24, Ephesians 4:26-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

His Gift To The Guilty

Contributed by Mike Hays on Sep 9, 2001

What the blood of animals shed in the Temple could never do, God has done for His people through the sacrifice of His Son on our behalf. Receive the perfect sacrifice that sets us free and cleanses us before His presence.

His Gift To The Guilty Hebrews 10:1-18 Guilt is an interesting word. It is the opposite of innocence and according to the Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary it means, "the fact of having committed a breach of conduct especially violating law and involving a penalty; the state of one who has ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Profile Of End Time Man

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 1, 2001

Of course, we live in perilous times.

Profile of End Time Man Evolutionists speak of Cro-Magnon man and Neanderthal man, so I decided to use the term of End Time man for this lesson. Some Baptists call each other Neanderthals and I thank God that I am a Neanderthal and not one of the other group. It also seemed fitting since the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Counsel

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 21, 2005

Using Scripture as our frame of reference message talks about: 1. Identifying your need for counseling. 2. Identifying the right source for good counsel. 3. Evaluating the counsel that is given to you. 4. Implementing the counsel you receive.

Getting Counsel Proverbs 12:15 8-24-03 Richard Tow Grace Chapel Foursquare Church Springfield, MO www.gracechapelchurch.org “You need to get counseling!” Have you ever had someone say that to you? Maybe they didn’t use those exact words. Maybe they said, “You don’t need a psychiatrist, you ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:15

Denomination: Charismatic

The Greatest Physician

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 1, 2006

A balanced understanding of God’s healing power, and the different ways He has used it in the lives of His children thru the ages. Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Template.

The Greatest Physician Psalm 103:3 Does God still heal? Is it always God’s will to heal a Christian? Why do Christians get sick? What about the faith healers? These are not simple questions to answer. This is not a simple subject…it’s complicated. It’s impossible to put into one basket all ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:3

Denomination: Baptist

"Godly Sexuality" - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Apr 10, 2005

Sex sells...are you buying? Sex is an every-day, all-day, in-your-face issue. What are we to do?

"Godly Sexuality" – Part 1 Matthew 5:27-32 (Cognates: Matthew 19:3-12; 1 Corinthians 6:9-20; 7:1-17; Hebrews 10:26-31) God’s stand on sexuality, marriage, divorce and remarriage is clear when we take the whole of Scripture, prayerfully read it and then trust the Holy Spirit to open our hearts and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Up And Sideways Of Worship Series

Contributed by Rick George on Apr 18, 2008

We must have a vertical (worship toward God) and a horizontal (edification of the church) philosophy of worship.

Have you ever wondered “Why do we gather together on Sunday mornings? What is the purpose of carving out of our busy week 2 – 3 hours to come to a place to be with other people to sing songs and to listen to a guy speak?” What is the purpose of congregational worship? I mean, you could be home ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reviving Prayer Series

Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 26, 2007

What kind of prayer changes us, touches God and leads to his revival power being unleashed?

REVIVING PRAYER Audio is at http://www.adrian.warnock.info/2007/02/sermon-reviving-prayer-1-kings-171-to.htm The following is a full set of notes, including background information and quotes I used whilst preparing my sermon entitled "Reviving Prayer" which was preached at Jubilee Church on ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Abuse - Shame Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Aug 23, 2006

Have you ever had the "shame dogs" sicced upon you by a preacher? What is the power of shame? Why is it not biblical?

Week 2 – Spiritual Abuse – Shame Systems Power is always at the source of every conflict, every control mechanism and every abuse issue. Power is at the heart of parent-child conflict, husband-wife argument, and just about every war that has been fought. Children are born and at just a few ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:25

Denomination: Baptist

"Saints Glorify The Lord" Romans Pt. 22 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 17, 2007

Saints are to glory in Jesus Christ and in service to His Kingdom not to themselves, idols or to others.

“Saints Glorify the Lord!” Romans 15:17-33 Testimony: Mary Strom Opening Illustration: Have the congregation pray for me before I speak. Scripture Verse: Romans 15:17-33 17Therefore I glory in Christ Jesus in my service to God. 18I will not venture to speak of anything except what Christ has ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:17-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"What Do You Want Him To Do For You?"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 14, 2008

When the Almighty, Omnipotent Creator God asks, "What do you want Me to do for you?", the wise thing would be to give it careful thought before responding.

“James and John, the two sons of Zebedee, came up to Jesus, saying, “Teacher, we want You to do for us whatever we ask of You.” 36 And He said to them, “What do you want Me to do for you?” 37 They said to Him, “Grant that we may sit, one on Your right and one on Your left, in Your glory.” 38 But ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Orthodox

Living In View Of Eternity (1 Peter 4:7-11) Series

Contributed by Greg Brown on Aug 2, 2014

Exposition of 1 Peter 4:7-11

Living in View of Eternity The end of all things is near. Therefore be clear minded and self-controlled so that you can pray. Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. Each one should use whatever gift he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Most Amazing And Absolutely Unique Book That Changed World-Part-2 Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Mar 17, 2013

“All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right.”

The most amazing and absolutely unique book that changed world-Part-2 For the second part of our study let us open our Bible to the second Timothy chapter 3: verse 16, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness.” (2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Do Believers Deal With Homosexuality? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 8, 2013

The Supreme Court of our nation offered a controversial decision regarding marriage this past month, and it is setting up our culture to acknowledge a lifestyle that is contrary to God's Word. How do we respond?

Sermon Brief Date Written: July 05, 2013 Date Preached: July 07, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Biblical Truths for Societal Pressures Sermon Title: How Do Believers deal with Homosexuality? Sermon Text: 1 Tim 1:3-6 [HCSB] Introduction: I want you all to know ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Running For The Prize Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 15, 2014

In order to reach people with the truth of the Gospel, we must be willing to accept 1) Self-Denial (v.19-23) and be willing to practice 2) Self -Control (v. 24-27)

After any election, like the recent municipal one, newly elected counselors have a particularly hard calling. They realize that not everyone voted for them yet they must work on behalf of everyone. In Corinth, Paul had the difficult task of working in two distinct cultures: that of Jewish ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-27

Denomination: Other