Sermons on Disaster:

Evil Associations Of King Jehoshaphat

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 4, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are you GOD's partner? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove evil associations will do you no good. IV. TEXT: 2 Chronicles 18:1 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) Jehoshaphat enjoyed great ric

I. EXORDIUM: Are you GOD's partner? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove evil associations will do you no good. IV. TEXT: 2 Chronicles 18:1 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) Jehoshaphat enjoyed great riches and high esteem, and he made an alliance with Ahab of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 18:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Source Of Trouble Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Aug 2, 2011

This brief study of Joel is intended to awaken the church to an understanding of prophetic literature and to prepare our hearts for the day in which we live (adapted from Joel Rosenberg’s Epicenter conference and Mike Bickle’s series on Joel.)

Joel Pt2 Source of Trouble Introduction/Review Joel- takes us beyond events that happened in ancient Israel- points to end time events. Joel is about- Day of the Lord and how Christian’s should respond/live in that day. Joel- written to prepare the end-time church for both- an incredible ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

The Favor Of God Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Sep 3, 2012

God gives us grace to forgive our sins. But how many of us miss out on His favor for daily living because we ignore His promises and principles revealed in the Bible. We need to see God clearly and apply His truths daily.

Intro: I remember my brother in law Curtis coming up with the best app of all time. There was a bug on the wall and he grabbed his phone and said “I got an app for that,” and proceeded to smash the bug with his phone. With the introduction of the I Phone, I Pad and all the smart phones and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Pieces Of The Puzzle Are On The Table Part 1

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 13, 2019

An analysis of events influencing prophecy.

THE PIECES OF THE PUZZLE ARE ON THE TABLE Part 1 PURPOSE: To examine the verses predicting each future event in sequence of its fulfillment. I. INTRODUCTION: AN ANALYSIS OF EVENTS INFLUENCING PROPHECY. A. WHAT PIECES ARE ON THE TABLE? 1. The Berlin Wall fell on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:24

Denomination: Baptist

Is Our Priority Money Or Prayer? Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 27, 2018

Let’s examine John 2:13-25, the money changers in the temple and prayer.

Prelude Is our priority prayer or money? Whether you are suspicious or selfish or give generously, what is the right use of money in the church? Purpose: Let’s understand that money will always be a cause for good and evil in the Church. Plan: Let’s examine John 2:13-25, the money changers in ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Fruits Of Repentance Series

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Oct 6, 2019

The Big Idea: Repentance is the gateway to holiness. Lent is a time of contemplation; turning—or returning—to God.

King Frederick II, King of Prussia in the eighteenth-century, once visited a prison in Berlin. The inmates there tried to convince him they were unjustly imprisoned; that is, all of them but one. That one sat quietly in a corner, while the rest protested their innocence. Seeing him sitting there ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Other

Who Is The Beast? Series

Contributed by Larry Hinkle on Oct 22, 2019

In Revelation 13 we hear the strategy of the antichrist, he is a deceiver, John describes how Satan will be a master at counterfeits and make it difficult to discern between what is of God and what is not. Here are 4 keys, to discern the real from the imitation, that we might live uncompromised.

in the N.T. there are over 300 references to the Lord’s return, The most common promise in the bible spoken by Jesus, I will return, this promise inspired a great hope, kingdom of God est. no more evil, no more persecution, no more hate, no more, crime, no more disease disaster, decay or death. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:11-18

Denomination: Methodist

Let Us Consider

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Feb 10, 2019

We must understand our great obligation and mutual responsibility to care for each other and our Church community. May we spur one another on to love and good works!

THOMAS JEFFERSON WAS NOTED AS SAYING, “A CANDLE LOSES NOTHING WHEN IT LIGHTS ANOTHER CANDLE.” SHARING. MENTORSHIP. ENCOURAGEMENT. CARING. GIVING. SUPPORTING. LIKE A CANDLE LIGHTING ANOTHER CONDEL, THESE WORDS CAN USE TO DESCRIBE THE CHRISTIAN WHO CULTIVATES AND ENRICHES THE LIVES OF ANOTHER AND ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25, 1 Corinthians 13:7-8, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Free Methodist

Questions About Jesus' Return

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 14, 2019

Jesus said the time of His return is unknown.

A. THE BIBLE’S TEACHING ABOUT THE TIME OF JESUS’ RETURN 1. Jesus said there would be “wrong” predictions about His return. “Then if anyone says to you, ‘Look, here is the Christ!’ or ‘There!’ do not believe it. For false christs and false prophets will rise and show great signs and wonders to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Matthew 24:23-24, Matthew 24:36

Denomination: Baptist

The Ethiopian Ambassador

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 26, 2013

Philip preaches on Isaiah 53.

THE ETHIOPIAN AMBASSADOR. Acts 8:26-40. Many centuries ago, long before the birth of Jesus, the prophet Isaiah foresaw the suffering of “the Servant of the LORD” in dramatic language which hid nothing of the horror and the power of the vision which was disclosed to him. This same prophecy has ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Ammunition

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jan 5, 2014

When we pray, we are tapping into divine power and there is nothing to fear.

During Desert Storm, I received letters from friends and family assuring me of their prayers. I knew we had sufficient air cover—every night I could see our planes headed north to inflict serious damage upon the Iraqi Republican Guard. But my confidence was in knowing that we also had ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Congregational

God And Your Government

Contributed by Willem Nel on May 17, 2014

My HOPE however is not in my or your vote, but it is in God who with His unconditional love will use us to bring His way and will to our society. The Psalmist said some may trust in horses, some in chariots and it seems like some are trusting in our votes

God and Government As we approach another national election in South Africa, once more there is a cry from the people of South Africa for good and godly people to be elected to the various offices of government at all levels. The Bible says that when good people run things, everyone is glad. But ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:10-12

Denomination: *other

Four Paths To Happiness--Two Are Dead-Ends

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 9, 2014

Of the four roads supposed to lead to happiness, two are dead-ends--the pursuit of pleasure and the pursuit of honor and power--but the paths of service and union with God actually get us there.

Seventh Sunday in Course 2014 Our family has for several years tried each February 2, or thereabouts, to watch the Bill Murray film, “Groundhog Day.” For those of you who are unfamiliar with it, the movie follows Bill Murray as Phil Connors, a weather forecaster for a 2nd rank TV ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Catholic

Thriving Spiritually Through Prayer! Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 20, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Thriving Spiritually Through Prayer!

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Thriving Spiritually Through Prayer! June 27, 2010 Luke 21:34-35 I wish I could say that I am an expert in my prayer but I am not. My prayer life, like most of us, ebbs and flows. There are times when prayer flows from my heart like a mountain spring and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:34-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Can See Clearly Now

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 29, 2014

In our walk with Jesus, many things are revealed to us a little at a time.

1. Eye Surgery Rose Crawford had been blind for 50 years. Then she had an operation in a hospital in Ontario, Canada. In response to the effectiveness of the surgery as the doctor lifted the bandages from her eyes she said, "I just can't believe it," She wept - when for the first time in her life - ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:22-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ