Sermons on Divine Shield:

The Lord's Prayer - Part 4a - Forgive Us Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jul 11, 2023

Understanding forgiveness as we pray "Forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors" is life-changing!`

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org This morning we are moving through the Lord’s Prayer in the Sermon on the Mount. I have to tell you that as I’ve studied the Sermon on the Mount, I have found my own faith greatly transformed and encouraged. I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Brethren

Saul And The Medium Of Endor Series

Contributed by Todd Catteau on Jul 18, 2023

Saul sinks to new lows as he consults the medium of Endor.

Today we will be in 1 Samuel 28 The chapter begins with two announcements 1. Samuel has died 2. Saul has taken action against the mediums in the land. By expelling “mediums and spiritists,” Saul had obeyed Pentateuchal law (Lev. 19:31; 20:27; Deut. 18:10–11). So, good for Saul. After the two ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"what It Really Means To Repent" Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Jul 20, 2023

Repentance is the bridge to forgiveness, but how do I know if I've crossed it? What does it really mean to repent?

Did you know that there is a “most hated” word in the English language? Google it. I did. I typed in, “The most hated word in the world and do you know what came up?” The word “moist.” As a matter of fact, marketers steer away from the word because it is so hated. No one evidently wants to hear ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Our Principle Assets(2023)-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 20, 2023

3 of 7. Paul & Sosthenes opened their letter to the Corinthian church by informing them of their most important spiritual assets. The local(our) church has important spiritual assets. But What are some of those assets? A Principle Asset of the Christian church is...

Our PRINCIPLE ASSETS-III—1Corinthians 1:3(:1-9) ATTENTION: After I got saved by Jesus Christ, I lost interest in my job as a marine biologist. But before God could convince me to pastor, I had to pick up a ‘bread route’ with Flowers Baking Co. I ran the route in Rowan & Cabarrus County, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:3, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Seeing The Providence Of God In Everything Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Jul 26, 2023

Joseph reveals to his brothers that God is a God of providence. Why and what does this mean to our lives?

Providence, Rhode Island was settled in 1636 by a Christian. Not just by a Christian but by a man that would be later known as a Baptist Pastor. (Roger Williams) He believed in the separation of church and state and condemned colonists from confiscation of land from the Indians so he purchased the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Death And Taxes

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Aug 14, 2023

Jesus was questioned about taxes paid to Rome

Death and Taxes Mark 12:13-27 In 1789, Benjamin Franklin said, “Our new Constitution is now established, and has an appearance that promises permanency. …but in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” Is that statement true; nothing is certain except death and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:13-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Leftovers

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Aug 21, 2023

Since Thanksgiving, we’ve all probably had plenty of good food, and usually in our family, there are plenty of leftovers. So many leftovers that sometimes they spoil before we get a chance to eat them!

Our key verses today will be found in: Exodus 34:14 Matthew 6:33 Today’s message is titled: Leftovers. As we go into 2023, I thought we might remind ourselves of the importance of putting God First. BODY Putting God first. Sounds easy enough, right? Today’s message is loaded with scripture. I ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:14, Matthew 6:33

Jesus Is Our Eternal Inheritance. Series

Contributed by Christina Milanderb on Sep 2, 2023

1 Peter 1:3-5 "... hath begotten us... [4] To an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you, [5] Who are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation ready to be revealed in the last time."

Jesus is our eternal inheritance, He is every spiritual blessing in Heavenly places, He is The glory. 1 Peter 1:3 "[3]Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9, Hebrews 9:8, Hebrews 12:12, 1 Timothy 6:12, Luke 10:5  (view more)  (view less)

A World Gone Wrong Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 20, 2023

In a world gone wrong, fear God and Praise Him even in the fire, and so find joy in life even when life is unpredictable, unfair, and unjust.

Upon accepting an award, the late Jack Benny once remarked, “I really don't deserve this. But I have arthritis, and I don't deserve that either” (Haddon Robinson, www.PreachingToday.com). People often don’t get what they deserve. So how do you live in such a world? How do you live in a ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 8:1-15, Romans 13:1-2, James 1:2-4, Exodus 33:18-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free

A Faith Worth Fighting For - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Todd Catteau on Apr 26, 2023

Part 2 in a series of sermons from the short and often neglected letter of Jude. Jude reveals the nature of the false teaching and the character of the false teachers.

Open back up to Jude. Last week we discussed some introductory matters (vv 1-4). Jude is one of the most neglected books of the Bible because of its brevity, difficult subject matter (judgment of false teachers), and its reference to non-canonical books (we will address that today). Written by ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:5-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fellowship Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Apr 30, 2023

Paul and the Philippians share a partnership of grace and Gospel for the past ten years and he loves them with the affection of Jesus.

Technicolor Joy A Study in Philippians 1:3-8 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 4-30-2-23 The Fellowship of the Ring Four little hobbits with large, hairy feet - Frodo, Sam, Merry, and Pippin. Two human men - Boromir and Aragorn, who happens to be the son of the King. One ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Faithful Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 12, 2023

Habakkuk 3:1-16 teaches us two life-changing responses to adversity that are modeled for us by Habakkuk.

Introduction I am currently preaching a series of sermons that I am calling, “Glory: The Character of God.” In this five-week-long series, I am exploring God’s self-revelation of himself to Moses in Exodus 34:6-7. God revealed several of his attributes to Moses in Exodus 34:6–7, which reads as ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:6-7, Habakkuk 3:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Gospel Centered Ministry Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on May 14, 2023

Paul rejoices that the Gospel is advancing in spite of obstacles

Technicolor Joy: Philippians 1:12-18 Gospel-Centered Ministry Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 5-14-2023 On January 8th, 1956 Jim Elliot, Ed McCully, Roger Youderian, Pete Fleming, and their pilot, Nate Saint landed near a river in the jungle of Ecuador. They ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

The God Of Great Turnarounds Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on May 22, 2023

The story of Esther and Mordecai is full of plot twists, unexpected outcomes, and surprise endings, all reminding us that we serve a God of great turnarounds. Do we have “Hamans” in our lives? From the story of Esther and Mordecai we can draw encouragement for our lives today.

Introduction Video Ill.: The Story of Esther - Second Look Films (segment 4) We are continuing our study today based loosely on Max Lucado’s book, You Were Made for This Moment. When we started, we saw that Esther and Mordecai just wanted to blend in — to be cosy in the Persian culture. Don’t ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 35:17, Jeremiah 12:1, Acts 17:31, Psalm 7:11, Mark 12:29-31, Matthew 5:43-45, Isaiah 58:6-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Building Our Life On A Firm Foundation

Contributed by Brandon Queen on May 27, 2023

This sermon takes a look at our foundation as Christians.

ENGAGE: The gospel is the ultimate truth that brings us hope, peace, and salvation to all who believe in it. The teachings of false gospels or our own gospel may come in many different forms, but they all lead only to confusion, despair, hopelessness, and eternal separation from God. It gives us a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Psalm 22:6, Genesis 2:7, Genesis 1:1, Revelation 22:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed