Sermons on divinty of jesus:

Elijah—a Time To Flee, To Learn, And To Return Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Oct 4, 2024

Suppose you had run for your life but received word to go back to where this took place again! This happened to Elijah after he received a death threat from Jezebel, wife of King Ahab of Northern Israel!

Introduction: Sometimes after a positive experience, something awful comes along. These could be trials; they could be threats; they could be any number of things but one thing is for sure: the one who is going through it, probably wishes “I don’t want to go through this!” Elijah had a set of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 8 - Rebuild The Altars Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 19, 2024

There were four altars that Abraham built at various times in his life, and each of them had a special significance. As we understand what these altars represented, may we too take time to rebuild those areas where we are still lacking.

We read in Genesis 21:22, At that time Abimelech went with Phicol, the commander of his army, and said to Abraham, "God is with you in everything you do. (GNB) Here we find that Abimelech a king from a foreign nation came to meet with Abraham. In general when a king wants to meet someone, he ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:22-23, Genesis 12:6-7, Psalm 122:6, Genesis 12:8-20, Genesis 13:4, Genesis 13:7-9, Genesis 13:18, Genesis 22:9, Hebrews 11:17-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Joshua 7: When Ai Spelled Defeat Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Apr 19, 2024

Israel was fresh from victory over Jericho. But they suffered their first and worst defeat in Canaan when they tried to conquer Ai. The LORD revealed the reason why this happened.

Introduction: With the LORD’s help. Israel had conquered Jericho and was now ready to claim more of the Promised Land. The next city was Ai, but Israel made a number of mistakes resulting in a defeat—that didn’t need to happen. The Prologue: A violation of God’s commands about Jericho Text, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Trouble With Lying Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 19, 2024

Acts 5:1-11 teaches us about the trouble with lying.

Introduction I asked ChatGPT the following question, “What is the trouble with lying?” Here is the partial answer I received, which is pretty good: The trouble with lying lies in its multiple negative consequences, both for the liar and those around them. Here are some key issues: (1) Erosion of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Being Comfortable In The Dark Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 28, 2023

In Part 2 of this series we look at the life of Abraham and how in his old age when God told him to step out into the darkness - the unknown - he did not hesitate or question God. He was surely comfortable in the dark.

Being Comfortable In The Dark Part 2 Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-6; Genesis 12:1-4; Romans 4:1-4; Last month I preached a sermon to you titled “Being Comfortable in the Dark.” In that message I told you that if we are to walk in faith, we had to get very comfortable walking with God not knowing ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-6, Genesis 12:1-4, Romans 4:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Encourage One Another Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 23, 2023

We all need encouragement and encouragement is one of the most important things we can do for each other. Let's learn to encourage each other by our faithful lives, our presence, and our words.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a man who opened his front door one morning to get his newspaper and was surprised to see a strange dog with his newspaper in his mouth. 1. Delighted with his unexpected “delivery service,” the man gave the dog a treat. 2. The following morning the man opened ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:12-14, Hebrews 10:25, Ephesians 4:29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Fifth Commandment: Honor Your Father And Mother. Series

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Nov 26, 2022

The fifth commandment is the probably the most important to observe. Because this commandment focuses on the family unit.

The fifth commandment is the probably the most important to observe. Because this commandment focuses on the family unit. Let me be clear, a family is NOT a child or a group of children who have 2 parents of the same sex! That is an abomination and a disgrace! The family unit consists of a mother, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:16, Genesis 3:1-8, Genesis 3:9-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Always Hearing, Part 2 Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Oct 4, 2021

How can we be the kind of people whom God hears? An Old Testament king gives us some clues.

The Always God Week 4. Always Hearing*, part 2 Introduction Good morning! Please open your Bibles to 2 Kings 18. This is actually part 2 of a sermon I began last week. We began last week talking about how God is able to hear our prayers, and that He invites us to call on Him. But then we spent a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Remembers Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Oct 4, 2021

Message introduces study of book of Zechariah focusing on THEME and HISTORICAL CONTEXT. Zechariah's message is highly relevant today. As theme suggests, it is a message of hope for God's people!

Today I want to begin opening the book of Zechariah to you. For all practical purposes, this book and other minor prophets are closed books for most Christians. During our annual reading of the Bible, we read the words, but there is a vast difference between reading words and comprehending the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:21, Matthew 6:24, John 21:3, Ezra 5:1, Nehemiah 12:16, Jeremiah 25:11, Haggai 1:1-5, Ezra 4:1-24, Ezra 3:1-13, Acts 8:30, Hebrews 10:25, Zechariah 1:1-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Elijah's Last Words Before He Left This Earth Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Oct 31, 2024

Elijah received word from the LORD that it was time for him to go to Heaven. This message speaks of Elijah's last words before he took that journey to Heaven.

Introduction: Elijah was one of only two humans to ever leave this earth without dying. The only other was Enoch, who “. . . walked with God: and he was not; for God took him (Genesis 5:24, KJV)”. Full disclosure, I believe in the pre-tribulation rapture position, meaning, that according to 1 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Disconcerting Dilemma Of Divine Inaction-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 5, 2024

3 of 4. Habakkuk faced the disconcerting/unsettling dilemma of Divine 'inaction' towards His people, Judah. What makes, or How is Divine inaction unsettling? 4 fabrications that either: accentuate the dilemma—OR—that muddy/confuse/obscure the answer of God’s inaction.

The DISCONCERTING DILEMMA Of DIVINE INACTION--III —Habakkuk 1:3(1:1-4) Key Words— •Difficult/Disturbing/Disorienting/Disconcerting/Perplexing/Uncertainty/Unsettling. •Dilemma/Predicament/Quandary/Situation. Attention: Salem BC’s ‘foundation plants’ recently got a much needed trimming/hedging. ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:3, Habakkuk 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

25 The Book Of Galatians – Chapter 6:6 - Message 25 – Should Any Or All Pastors Be Paid? A Look At Payment Of People In Christian Ministry And Sharing Good Things Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Apr 4, 2025

We examine the tricky problem of church finances and what is paid to pastors and church workers. Who are those who genuinely do the work of the Lord? I quote from an excellent sermon on gospel support as well.

25 THE BOOK OF GALATIANS – CHAPTER 6:6 - Message 25 – SHOULD ANY OR ALL PASTORS BE PAID? A LOOK AT PAYMENT OF PEOPLE IN CHRISTIAN MINISTRY AND SHARING GOOD THINGS [A]. INTRODUCTION: The last chapter of Galatians is very practical as we have seen already. Before we move to verse 6, I want to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:5, Galatians 6:6, Hebrews 7:5, 1 Corinthians 9:9-10, 1 Corinthians 9:11, 1 Corinthians 9:12-15, 1 Timothy 5:17-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Does The Bible Describe God?

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on May 9, 2025

If someone asked you to describe your best friend, you would be able to describe them thoroughly. If someone asked you to describe God according to what the scriptures says about Him, COULD YOU DESCRIBE HIM THOROUGHLY?

It is important that we learn all we can learn about God from the scriptures. Why? • Because we really cannot WORSHIP GOD unless WE KNOW HIM. • Because we really cannot SERVE GOD unless WE KNOW HIM. • Because we cannot BECOME if we do not know what kind of God He is. You see, a lot of folks ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon "Navigating This New Season" (Understanding What Lies Ahead)

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Nov 21, 2024

Many today talk about new goals, going to the next level, moving to a new dimension, but many are not willing to pay the price. Not only must we be willing to pay the price to get there, but they must also pay a price to stay there!

Sermon “Navigating this New Season" (Understanding What Lies Ahead) Scripture Lesson - Deuteronomy 11:8-17 “and so that you may live long in the land the Lord swore to your ancestors to give to them and their descendants, a land flowing with milk and honey. The land you are entering to take ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:8-17, John 10:10, Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, Deuteronomy 8:9, 2 Chronicles 7:13-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

We Do Not Know What We Should Pray For As We Ought Series

Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Dec 23, 2024

Like all Christians, St. Paul was left wondering how to pray in many challenging situations and trials during his ministry as an Apostle of the Lord. Then, he found how to pray best.

The words of St Paul, “We do not know what we should pray for as we ought,” I know, ring a bell with all of us Christians. When we are faced with situations that are beyond our grasp and capacity to control, we find ourselves without knowing what we should pray for as we ought. I remember my ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-39, 1 Samuel 2:1-10

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican