Sermons on Distant From God:

A Visit From Pilate

Contributed by David Ward on Apr 22, 2006

This is a first person narrative sermon as Pontius Pilate, with a challenge to "choose your king."

“A Visit From Pilate” John 18-19 (INTRODUCTION) Greetings, people of Living Hope Community Church in the city of Durham in the province of Northern Carolina. My name is Pilatos. You may call me—Pilatos. I despise the name “Pilate.” For one thing, I do not care for your modern-day flying air ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From Pit To Promise

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Aug 11, 2005

What keeps us in the pit of anger and frustration is often our inability to forgive others and ourselves. This sermon takes a look at Joseph as a role model for forgiveness.

From Pit to Promise – Genesis 45: 1 - 15 Intro: Simon Wiesanthal – 89 family members perished in holocaust – Book, Sunflower: On the Possibilities and Limits of Forgiveness – dying Nazi soldier asks for forgiveness – For 2 hrs Weisanthal sat there in silence – Finally he left room in silence – In ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lessons From Lazarus

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 16, 2015

THE ACCOUNT OF THE RICH MAN AND LAZARUS HAS BEEN A POINT OF GREAT DEBATE IN CHRISTIAN CIRCLES FOR A LONG TIME. A GREAT PART OF THE DEBATE HAS RESULTED AROUND OUR TEACHING ABOUT HEAVEN AND HELL,

LESSONS FROM LAZARUS THE ACCOUNT OF THE RICH MAN AND LAZARUS HAS BEEN A POINT OF GREAT DEBATE IN CHRISTIAN CIRCLES FOR A LONG TIME. PART OF THE DEBATE HAS RESULTED AROUND OUR TEACHING ABOUT HEAVEN AND HELL, AND PART HAS RESULTED IN DETERMINING THE LITERARY STYLE THAT LUKE WAS USING IN THIS ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Wisdom From An Ant

Contributed by Steven Cook on Oct 18, 2000

I. Introduction "Advice" - Famous man once said, "Old people love to give good advice because it saves them the trouble of being a good example.

I. Introduction "Advice" - Famous man once said, "Old people love to give good advice because it saves them the trouble of being a good example. "Only 10 minutes to speak" - French surgeon was once quoted as having said, "If I was given only 10 minutes in which to complete an operation, I’d first ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:6

Denomination: Baptist

From Pofession To Perfection Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Oct 12, 2005

1 John 2:6 From Profession to Perfection - In the Series on 1 John

From Profession to Perfection Introduction A. The Christian Life Begins with New Birth 1. "My little children" (v. 1) 2. We are born again through faith in Christ (John 3:1-16) B. God Wants Us to Be Confident of Our Salvation 1. Know is found forty times in this epistle 2. The joy of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:6

Denomination: Baptist

Separating From Wickedness Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 9, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore biblical examples and teachings on separating us from wickedness.

The Bible teaches us to separate ourselves from wickedness and evil people, even if it means severing ties with family members. This may seem harsh, but it's essential for maintaining spiritual purity and avoiding the corrupting influence of evil. In this sermon, we'll explore biblical ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-18, 1 Corinthians 5:9-13

From Customers To Waiters Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Sep 15, 2020

When we love the food, we want to tell everyone about the restaurant.

Raise your hand if you had a favorite restaurant growing up. I don’t mean fast food. I mean the place you went for birthdays, or homecoming dances. For me, it was Red Lobster. I grew up thinking Red Lobster was just the pinnacle of swank. To this day, I still love Red Lobster. Trish is allergic ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Beast From The Earth Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Jul 9, 2003

Week 32 in a Wednesday evening study

WEEK 32 “The Beast from the Earth” Date: March 19, 2003 Place; Allendale Baptist Text: Revelation 13:11-18 In our last study, as we began the 13th chapter, it introduced us to the “beast from the sea”. We identified him as being the Antichrist. He is a man that is fully indwelt and empowered by ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

The View From The Cross

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

Think about the freedom we have in the United States. To worship when, where, and how we choose.

THE VIEW FROM THE CROSS “And with him they crucify two thieves; the one on his right hand, and the other on his left.” Mark 15:27 Intro: Think about the freedom we have in the United States. To worship when, where, and how we choose. Freedom to earn as much money as we can, free to own a house, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"From Failure To Faith"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Nov 5, 2003

There is a connection between POWER and PRAYER. When even limited faith is focused on the power of Jesus, He can do great things in your life.

“From Failure To Faith” Mark 9:14-29 INTRODUCTION: We continue in our series on ‘Great Events In The Live And Ministry Of Christ’. Jesus had just come from the mountain-top experience of the Transfiguration (last Sunday’s message). Jesus had allowed his glory to shine through, as He and the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Baptist

From Doubt To Life Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores the disciples' journey from doubt to faith, emphasizing that doubt is a part of the faith journey, and encourages believers to remain steadfast in their faith journey towards eternal life.

Growing in faith is a lifelong process. For most of us, doubt is a part of the process, and for some of us, it is an integral one. In our passage today from John we get a front row seat while the disciples move from doubt to faith to life as they are commissioned to go and share the gospel with ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Topics: Faith Journey, Overcoming Doubt, Gospel Sharing

From Plea To Praise Series

Contributed by Norm Beckett on Apr 8, 2001

Don’t concentrate on the help you need, recognise that the helper is right there with you.

PLEA TO PRAISE "The crowds that went ahead of him and those that followed shouted, ’Hosanna to the Son of David!’ "Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!’ ’Hosanna in the highest!’ (Matthew 21: 9) As Jesus entered Jerusalem on that day long ago, he attracted a large crowd of people. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Holiness

The Directions From Jesus Series

Contributed by Ric Veal on Jun 8, 2011

Following Christ in His last days on earth.

The Directions From Jesus Matthew 26:17-30 I. The Preparation (26:17-19) A. When? (26:17a) . Feast of Passover - 1st day, 14th of Nisan . Feast of Unleavened Bread - 15th to 21st of Nisan B. Who? (27:17b) Jesus and His men C. Where? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-30

Denomination: Baptist

Smoke From The Pit Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Oct 9, 2015

Amazing comparison between Joel 2:1-11 and Revelation 9:1-12

Locusts in Prophecy. Revelation 9. It is not an easy thing to drop down suddenly into the Book of revelation and start talking about an event John is experiencing, but we must try. So far in the book, Jesus has revealed His person to John, and His warnings to seven churches that existed in the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 9:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Cries From The Cross

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 3, 2024

Good Friday Service with First Hispanic Church of LaGrange (English & Spanish)

1) Padre, perdónalos Y Jesús decía: «Padre, perdónalos, porque no saben lo que hacen». Y los soldados echaron suertes, repartiéndose entre sí Sus vestidos. (Luk 23:34) Luke 23:34 ESV And Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, Luke 23:43, John 19:26-27, Matthew 27:46, John 19:28, John 19:30, Luke 23:46  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist