Sermons on Distrustful:

Jesus Christ: The Great Evangelist, Part 1

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 6, 2022

In the fourth chapter of John's Gospel, the Lord Jesus is presented as the Great Evangelist. From the time He won Nathaniel (John 1:48-51) to the thief on the cross (Luke 23:39-43), He was busy bringing sinners to Himself.

In Chapter 4 of his Gospel, John has us turn our attention to the Lord Jesus as the Master Soul-Winner and our example for sharing the good news of salvation to everyone regardless of background, culture, nationality, or any circumstance. No one is exempt from hearing and receiving the message ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-30, Psalm 58:3, Matthew 22:42, John 6:44, Ephesians 2:1, 2 Corinthians 5:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

An Important Hebrew Name Of God

Contributed by William Nickoley on Feb 4, 2017

The Bible reveals many different variations of God’s name to reveal more to us about who He is! Yahweh-Tsidkenu is a name central to our relationship with God.

When we read the Bible, we normally read an English translation of Hebrew from the Old Testament and a similar translation of Greek from the New Testament. What we don’t realize perhaps is that words from one language do not always translate easily into the other language. I am sure the Bible ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:5-6, Jeremiah 3:23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Be A Candle For The Lord...

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 25, 2014

I use an envelope and a candle for this lesson. All life comes from a gift when God says, LET THERE BE LIGHT. aS THE MOON HAS NO LIGHT, THE BRIGHTNESS IS BUT A REFLECTION... Are you reflecting light? The candle gives itself for the light.

A CANDLE FOR THE LORD... MAKE ME... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Matthew 6:23 But if thine eye be evil, thy whole body shall be full of darkness. If therefore the light that is in thee be darkness, how great is that darkness! Matthew 6:23 (MSG) If you live squinty-eyed in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Responding To Rejection And Hostility Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 7, 2025

Rejection, especially after genuine efforts to do good, can be deeply painful. But 2 Samuel 10 shows us that our response matters more than the offence itself.

RESPONDING TO REJECTION AND HOSTILITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 10:1-19 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:18-21, Matthew 5:44, Psalm 35:1, Isaiah 54:17, Proverbs 26:4-5 INTRODUCTION: 2 Samuel 10 presents a significant lesson in how acts of kindness can be misinterpreted and even met ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 10:1-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon On Doubt

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 10, 2023

Doubt is defined as a feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction.

Francis Bacon, a former Lord High Chancellor of Great Britain once remarked: If we begin with certainties, we shall end in doubts; but if we begin with doubts, and are patient in them, we shall end in certainties. Proverbs 3:5-8 confirms: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:22, Matthew 14:31, Mark 11:23, Luke 24:38

Trust Part 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 19, 2023

Everything in relationships rises and falls on trust! Do you believe that? Many authors and the Bible say it is a true statement! Trust is essential component to build and to experience if we desire to live “The Abundant life” in 2023.Proverbs

Video Transition: Faith in the Desert! Theme: Abundant 2023 – Living Abundantly-Growing in Christ-Walking in freedom! This year’s Scripture Verse: John 10:10: NKJV (Jesus said) 10 The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Jeremiah 29:11, Jeremiah 17:7-8, Psalm 9:10, Psalm 20:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pass The Salt, Please!

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Nov 4, 2002

Message urging people to be "salty" as seen in the Sermon on the Mount.

Pass the Salt, Please! Matthew 5:13 November 3, 2002 Introduction Did any of you get the chance to shine the light into people’s lives this last week? I hope so. Last week we talked about being the light of the world. Today we are going to look at being the salt of the earth. Our Scripture ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Characteristics Of Faith Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 2, 2008

In this sermon we observe seven characteristics of true, saving faith that are found in the life of every believer.

Scripture The apostle Paul has been using the patriarch Abraham as an example of faith in Romans 4:1-25. Today, as we examine the final section of this chapter we shall observe the characteristics of true, saving faith. Let’s read Romans 4:18-25: "18 In hope he believed against hope, that he ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:18-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

First Things First

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 18, 2009

Half our miseries are caused by fancying things that we think are coming upon us: half the things that we expect to come upon us never come at all. Where is our faith? “Do not be worried about tomorrow” that is the commandment of Christ, and it is the way

Opening illustration: A seminar leader wanted to make an important point, so he took a wide mouth jar and filled it with rocks. “Is the jar full?” he asked. “Yes,” came a reply. “Oh, really?” he said. Then poured smaller pebbles into the jar to fill the spaces between the rocks. “Is it full now?” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Take A Load Off

Contributed by Jordon Leblanc on Oct 17, 2008

Learning to know God so intimately that we can trust Him completely and rest in Him fully.

Not many of you have had a chance to visit our apartment since we moved in, but if you have, you’ve probably been in our spare bedroom. Right now, it’s a haven for our foster cats. We have 9 foster cats right now, including 7 8-week old kittens. In that bedroom, we also have a single bed so we can ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Wesleyan

Grace We Don't Understand: The Strangeness Of Grace Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Apr 22, 2005

God’s grace is difficult to understand because it runs contrary to human nature.

Grace We Don’t Understand: The Strangeness of Grace Wildwind Community Church David Flowers 3/13/05 As you know we are moving into Easter. I wanted to “bring things down” a little bit – get away from that heavy prayer stuff (as good and important as it is) and get into something that will ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-8

Denomination: Free Methodist

A Christian Carol

Contributed by James May on Dec 18, 2005

A sermon based upon the story of Scrooge in Charles Dickens’ "Christmas Carol". Let the Holy Spirit reveal your past, present and future.

A Christian Carol Sunday, December 18, 2005 – AM By Pastor Jim May Let us take a journey this morning. It’s a journey that will begin right where you are now, for where else can we really begin? Today I want us to think of one of the greatest works of literature, penned by Charles Dickens, and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:3-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Fear Not (Sermon 2 Of 3) Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 9, 2024

There are various reasons why someone might fear believing in Jesus Christ, even though He is the source of love, hope, and salvation.

CHRISTMAS 2024: FEAR NOT LUKE 2:8-21 # fearnot READ LUKE 2:8-21 (ESV) [person from the congregation reads] “And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Garden Tomb – The Sagacity Of Patience (9/12) Series

Contributed by Eduardo (Eddie) Fernandes on Oct 12, 2020

“Game over. Jesus was dead. We lost.” The Disciples stopped believing and gave up waiting. Sagacity is the quality of being discerning, patient, farsighted and wise. Don't lose faith in troubled times. Immediate/Instant are not always part of God’s vocabulary.

Message by Eddie Fernandes Introduction (Click intro title) We are in a 12-part series titled: REFLECTIONS ON THE STATIONS OF THE CROSS. It will end on SUNDAY JULY 26. I am about to preach the 9th message in that series. I will start my sermon in a rather unusual way today. Firstly HOWEVER, I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:40-41, Mark 16:1-2, Luke 24:9-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sowing Discord

Contributed by James Dina on Aug 7, 2020

Sowing discord among brethren is an abomination in the eyes of the Lord. Considering yourself better than others fosters division but considering others better than yourself fosters unity. Watch out for those who cause divisions and avoid them. Love binds us, discord separates us.

SOWING DISCORD “A perverse man sows’ strife, and a whisperer separates the best of friends” (Proverbs 16:28) Brethren are created by God to live in unity (How good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! (Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:28, Ecclesiastes 4:12, Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Pentecostal