Sermons on Distractions From The Gospel:

From Desperation To Deliverance Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 28, 2025

This is the 29th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#29] FROM DESPERATION TO DELIVERANCE Luke 8:40-56 Introduction: Today, we come together to look at a powerful story of hope and change. This story shows us 2 women who are going through very hard times- 1 is sick and very weak, and the other is grieving because her ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:40-56, Matthew 9:18-26, Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Baptist

From Darkness To Victory Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 24, 2025

This is the 37th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#37] FROM DARKNESS TO VICTORY Luke 10:17-24 Introduction: Imagine a group of Jesus’ followers, once timid and uncertain, now bursting with joy and confidence. They return to Jesus, exclaiming, “Lord, even the demons submit to us in your name!” Their eyes shine with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From Peter's Life: Lesson 3: Peter Confesses Jesus Is God

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 4, 2008

This week we continue our series with an examination of Peter’s Confession, Role, and Rebuke.

Pastor’s Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Lessons From Peter’s Life Dr. Elmer L. Towns Lesson 3: Peter confesses Jesus is God February 3, 2008 A. INTRODUCTION 1. “When Jesus came into the region of Caesarea Philippi, He asked His disciples, saying, ‘Who do men ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

Diversions And Distractions: Tools Used Against Us Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Feb 9, 2024

New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon.

Diversions and Distractions: Tools Used Against Us (Rev. Barry Johnson and Rev. Rodney Johnson) NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:10-11, Joshua 9:3-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

To Follow Jesus, We Must Make Down Time Introduction: Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Aug 16, 2021

If machines need some down time to reconnect properly, maybe you and I need some down time to recorrect properly with Jesus.

Introduction: On Thursday, a week ago, our washing machine broke, so I called Southern Appliances and the lady told me to unplug the machine from the wall outlet for sixty seconds then re-plug-it back in. She went on to say that in those electronic machines sometimes a reboot is all it takes. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Spirit In The Gospels

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 9, 2015

He filled a fetus, conceived Christ, fulfilled Messianic expectation, descended like a Dove, led to be tested, helps us worship, makes us born from above, teaches & reminds us, and fills us with power to witness & validate the Gospel.

THE HOLY SPIRIT IN THE GOSPELS INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Bill Gates died and went to heaven where Peter gave him a nice house with a pool. 2. One day, he bumped into another man and saw that the other guy had a lot nicer things than he had. 3. So Gates asked him, "Were you a minister or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Proof Of Gospel Conversion Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 8, 2008

Paul shows how certain events before he was saved, when he was saved, and after he was saved all prove his message was received from God and how we can testify to God’s radically changing grace.

Recently, Liberal leader Stéphane Dion — sat down with Michael Coren for a one-hour interview on his TV program, The Michael Coren Show. Within the first 10 minutes of the discussion he made several mentions of God. Coren noted: “These weren’t passing phrases or clumsy slang but obvious, absolute ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:13-24

Denomination: Other

Breaking Off From Your Limitations

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Aug 18, 2015

A believer can succeed without limitations if he decide to and he is determined through the strength of God, and he can refuse the distractions from the kingdom of darkness.

BREAKING OFF FROM YOUR LIMITATION Study Text: 2 Kings 6: 1 – 7 2Ki 6:1 THE SONS of the prophets said to Elisha, Look now, the place where we live before you is too small for us. 2Ki 6:2 Let us go to the Jordan, and each man get there a [house] beam; and let us make us a place ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:1-7, 2 Chronicles 16:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And Proclaim The Gospel - The Gospel Of Mark Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 16, 2025

The Gospel of Mark is the shortest of the four Gospels, He presents Jesus as the Servant King, the One who gave His life as a ransom for many (Mark 10:45). And woven through its pages is a strong call for His disciples — that’s you and me — to go and proclaim the Gospel.

Go! And Proclaim The Gospel - the Gospel of Mark Introduction: Church, let me ask you a question to begin with: When was the last time you shared the Good News of Jesus Christ with someone else? For many believers, the thought of evangelism brings fear. We worry about rejection, about saying the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-15, Daniel 7:13-14, Acts 3:19, Mark 10:45, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Message From Galilee Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Feb 15, 2024

Jesus proclaims a bold message from Galilee to "repent and believe the Good News!"

THERE IS A LOT GOING ON HERE! MARK TELLS US OF MANY EVENTS, BUT IN JUST A FEW WORDS. WE HEAR OF THE BAPTISM OF JESUS; THE FATHER’S AFFIRMATION AND AN IMMEDIATE TEST OUT IN THE DESERT FOR THE NEXT FORTY DAYS. THERE IS JUST A QUICK MENTION OF JOHN THE BAPTIST BEING IN PRISON AND THEN JESUS IS BACK IN ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-15, Romans 5:6, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Psalm 29:10, John 3:30, Acts 20:21, Isaiah 55:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Signs Of Life: Hill Blocks View Series

Contributed by David Simpson on Sep 1, 2016

There are road signs everywhere we go. This sermon ties in a spiritual meaning with a subdivision road sign. Sometimes an obstacle, or hill, blocks a clear view of God's work in our lives.

Sermon Lanier Christian Church August 28, 2016 David Simpson Sermon Series: Signs of Life Sign: HILL BLOCKS VIEW 2 Corinthians 4:4; Psalm 40:12; 2 KINGS 6:17 I noticed a yield sign this past week and thought of a classic hymn: “Yield Not to Temptation.” So, I decided, for the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:4

Denomination: Christian Church

Proclaiming The Gospel Today

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Sep 27, 2023

Why are Christians afraid to talk about their blessings from Jesus Christ? Peter did in this narrative. BUT when he received the Holy Spirit he went out and proclaimed the Gospel. We have the Holy Spirit and should do the same as he did.

Proclaiming the Gospel Today John 18:13-27 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 13 and led Him to Annas first; for he was father-in-law of Caiaphas, who was high priest that year. 14 Now Caiaphas was the one who had advised the Jews that it was expedient for one man to die on behalf of the people. 15 Simon ...read more

Scripture: John 18:13-27

Denomination: United Methodist

The Gospel: Shown By Allegory Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Nov 20, 2015

Galatians 4:21-31 is unique. It is the only place in the New Testament to use allegory from the Old Testament. These events are recorded in Geneses 15-21. When Abraham was seventy five years old God promised him he would be the father of a great nation.

One of the most widely read and influential books of all time was written from a jail cell by a Baptist minister. He was in England, in jail for twelve years for preaching without a license when he wrote it. The title of the book is Pilgrims Progress and the author is John Bunyan. There are ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:21-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Unrealized Importance Of Prayer

Contributed by Glynda Lomax on Mar 15, 2022

How often would you pray if you knew all your prayers would be answered? What happens when we don't pray?

Scriptures are KJV As I start this message, a lot of you are probably thinking – oh ANOTHER message about prayer – how boring! I don’t need THIS. But THIS show on Prayer has new stuff in it you really need to hear. Life changing stuff. Definition of Prayer: The Norwegian theologian Ole Hallesby ...read more

Scripture: John 15:7, John 15:8, Daniel 10:12, John 16:24, Luke 11:10, Luke 11:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Lesson 50: Preach The Gospel Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 10, 2018

Preach Jesus, the Good News, evangelistic preaching from every part of the Bible.

Lesson Goal I want to encourage the preaching of Jesus, the gospel, evangelistic preaching from every part of the Bible. Lesson Intro Our planet is bombarded by dozens of important messages. Reversing dangerous global climate change is a message that is very prominent. Saying no to drugs is an ...read more

Denomination: Baptist