Sermons on Distortion:

The Hollowness Of Heartless Devotion

Contributed by Dr. Rod Mattoon on Apr 5, 2014

This message deals with the issue of insincere devotion and love for the Lord. It addresses the issue of why believers drift far away from the Lord sometimes. It is one of the messages in the book Treasures from Isaiah, Volume 1 written by Dr.Mattoon

The Hollowness of Heartless Devotion Isaiah 29:13 Wherefore the Lord said, Forasmuch as this people draw near me with their mouth, and with their lips do honour me, but have removed their heart far from me, and their fear toward me is taught by the precept of men: Let me ask you a question. How ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 29:13

Denomination: Baptist

What My Wife Taught Me

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 11, 2018

The message is an exposition of Paul's instruction concerning wives, reflecting over fifty years of marriage. Our world has divided into warring tribes and factions, and the conflict has entered into the marriage relationship, which dishonours God.

“Wives, submit to your own husbands, as to the Lord. For the husband is the head of the wife even as Christ is the head of the church, his body, and is himself its Savior. Now as the church submits to Christ, so also wives should submit in everything to their husbands.” [1] It is tragically sad ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

When I Was A Child

Contributed by Anthony Mancina on Nov 18, 2002

There is an old saying the only difference between a man and a boy is the price of their toys. When I became a man I put away chidish things.

FATHER’S DAY When I Was a Child I Corinthians 13:11 There is an old saying that the only difference between a man and a boy is the price of their toys. Child – nepios – Infant not speaking, minor Figuratively – childish, immature, a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jude: The Miniseries

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: By identifying those devoid of the Spirit their influence can be minimized.

Thesis: By identifying those devoid of the Spirit their influence can be minimized. Intro.: 1. The book of JUDE is one of the most neglected books of NT. a. Only 25 verses long. b. Cites non-canonical Jewish writings (AOM, Enoch). c. Scathing denunciation of false teachers. 2. Tonight we want ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-25

Conquering Fear Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

ONLY FAITH IN GOD CAN CONQUER FEAR OF MAN

BIG IDEA: ONLY FAITH IN GOD CAN CONQUER FEAR OF MAN INTRODUCTION: Fear is a powerful, paralyzing force I. (:1-2) FEAR OF MAN IS THE NATURAL REACTION TO PERSISTENT OPPRESSION A. How does it feel to be Trampled Upon all day long? “Be gracious, O God, for man has trampled upon me” “My foes have ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Faces In The Mirror

Contributed by Danny Thomas on Oct 9, 2001

A message on our reflection in the mirror of the Word.

Faces in the Mirror James 1:22-25 22 But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. 23 For if anyone is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is like a man observing his natural face in a mirror; 24 for he observes himself, goes away, and immediately forgets what kind of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Free Your Mind From Bad Memories

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

We all tend to be restricted by our memories. Paul, the apostle wrote, "Be transformed (actually metamorphized) - changed from within, by the renewing of your mind- attitude and perceptions."

We all tend to be restricted by our memories. Paul, the apostle wrote, "Be transformed (actually metamorphized) - changed from within, by the renewing of your mind- attitude and perceptions." Illustration: Behind the scenes of an Arizona circus, Bobb Biehl started chatting with a man who trains ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Warfare

Contributed by John Yohe on Oct 7, 2005

Faithfulness to the Word of God and obedience to the Holy Spirit will lead us to Spiritual Victory.

Spiritual Warfare 2 Corinthians 10:1-6 By John Yohe Preached 1-16-05 1 Now I Paul myself beseech you by the meekness and gentleness of Christ, who in presence am base among you, but being absent am bold toward you: 2 But I beseech you, that I may not be bold when I am present with that confidence, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

How Do Your Circumstances Effect You?

Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 29, 2005

Many people face the same issues and handle them differently.

From the Desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Hwy 78 Bremen, GA How Do Your Circumstances Effect You? I Kings 19:1-4 Intro: Elijah was a man that faced many trials. He worked many miracles, and God blessed his ministry. But we see him here sitting under a juniper tree begging to die ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

What I See From Down Here

Contributed by Johnny Knight on Jan 29, 2010

Keep submitting to Christ's Lordship, trusting in Him with everything you've got, whether you can see His working or not.

What I See From Down Here Text: Proverbs 3:5-6 When the Native American outreach team went to Alaska, their only means of getting to remote Eskimo villages was by missionary aircraft. Those pilots were the best! Many days they had to fly through low cloud ceilings and low visibility. On a day like ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Environment And Responsibility To God Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 27, 2010

We are stewards of our natural creation, and this implies a responsibility for it to our God.

March 1, 2010 Monday of 2nd Week of Lent Caritas in Veritate The prophet Daniel, speaking in a place of exile, rightly places the blame for all human ills on human sin.. God is all mercy and compassion. We are, in our fallen existence, eager to judge the faults of others and lax in our judgement ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:4-10

Denomination: Catholic

It's All About Gods Love And Mercy.

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Sep 20, 2012

Hayward Morris lost his battle with cancer Tuesday night but, won a victory through Jesus Christ our Lord. Hayward passed from this life of pain and suffering to one of great joy and comfort. Can you imagine the reunion he had with his son Tony and other

It's all about Gods love and mercy. Psalm 116:1 I love the LORD, because he hath heard my voice and my supplications. 2 Because he hath inclined his ear unto me, therefore will I call upon him as long as I live. 3 The sorrows of death compassed me, and the pains of hell gat hold upon me: I found ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Light In Darkness.

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 21, 2009

❶ Two Kinds of Spiritual Darkness 1. Darkness as a result of sin 2. Darkness of the unknown ❷ Walking in Darkness ❸ How to Walk in Darkness

Thomas Kinkade paints a winter scene. Snow blanketed the ground and the pine trees. Night is falling, and the landscape is enveloped in semi-darkness. A cabin incased the shadows. The scene is one of gloom. Then the artist uses some yellow and orange and brighte4r tints, And puts a cheerful ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Why Jesus Came? Series

Contributed by Prasanna P on Dec 12, 2018

He is the reason for the Season. We celebrate the season because He is in us. Christmas is not receiving gifts, not asking for gifts, not Santa, not Ever green Tree, not the pomp and show of lights and all the other things..... Christmas is Jesus. Yes it is receiving the gift God gave to mankind.

It is important to know why Jesus came. He did not come to make the life on earth more comfortable. He did not come to make life more easy in your situation. He came with a purpose to this earth. Let me tell you from the Bible at least four reasons I found in my study, why He came. 1. Jesus came ...read more

Scripture: John 1:18

Denomination: Charismatic

"Guard The Faith"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 28, 2016

The sermons share many things we guard such as homes, cars, and all our stuff, but what about guarding our faith?

2 Timothy 1:1-14 “Guard The Faith” 1. We all know what it's like to guard our stuff • We all need to protect, guard or defend something -- home, possessions, money, data. • Tools such as state-of-the-art home security systems, electronic walls, retinal scanners, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-14

Denomination: Methodist