Sermons on Do Not Follow:

The Voice

Contributed by Larry Hale on Apr 11, 2023

“For God speaks again and again, though people do not recognize it. Job 33:14 NLT. Followers of the Good Shepherd must know His voice, follow His voice and be obedient to His call. It is His voice that leads us home.

THE VOICE – Larry Hale March 19, 2023 About a month ago the Lord gave me a message to present to you, but every week, He STOPPED me and GAVE me a DIFFERENT message. Frankly, I’ve been scratching my head wondering WHY!!! Now, I know. It was because I was missing a VALUABLE COMPONENT that He ...read more

Scripture: Job 33:14-18

Detour – Ther's A Muddy Road Ahead

Contributed by Larry Jacobs on Jun 29, 2006

The text says there is a right path to follow and a wrong path to follow. Follow the right path and it will lead to joy, peace, and eternal life and fellowship with God – follow the wrong path and it leads to destruction.

DETOUR – THER’S A MUDDY ROAD AHEAD" PROV. 14:12-15 There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof <are> the ways of death. Even in laughter the heart is sorrowful; and the end of that mirth <is> heaviness. The backslider in heart shall be filled with his own ways: and a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

When Christmas Came To Nazareth

Contributed by Abraham Shanklin on Jun 24, 2003

We followed Him to Bethlehem, we followed Him to Egypt, we now follow Him to Nazareth. Incidentally, when was the last time you made it a habit, a practice to follow Jesus?

WHEN CHRISTMAS CAME TO NAZARETH Scripture Reference: Matthew 2: 20-23 INTRODUCTION Two weeks ago we went to Bethlehem where Jesus was born. Joseph and Mary traveled the 5-day, 90-mile journey because Caesar Augustus, the Roman Emperor at that time, decreed that a census should be taken throughout ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:20-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Supreme Decisions

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 2, 2015

The Supreme Court of the US (SCOTUS) just made their decision on the definition of marriage. This forces Christians to make a key choice.

1. I want to show you two documents: SCOTUS' Decision on Gay Marriage (which is a redefining of marriage) and the Bible a. 9 People in a 5-4 decision wrote this Opinion b. About 40 People wrote the Bible c. 9 people, under the pressures of a few in our society wrote this opinion d. About 40 people, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dirty Feet - Serving Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 24, 2016

How we can learn to love others through the love of Jesus.

Dirty Feet John 13:1-5 September 18, 2016 Have you ever had that uncomfortable moment when someone asks you to help them? You really don’t want to help, but you’re stuck - - you’re not sure what to say to get out of helping. Maybe they are moving, and you know they won’t ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Your Someday..has Arrived!!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Sep 1, 2014

YOU..can change your circumstances! Someday is knocking on the door again...It's time to answer the door..today is somebodies, someday You can..you know, I SAID YOU CAN YOU KNOW! because Gods word says you can.. And that's enough! Amen?

Your Someday Has Arrived Deut 2:2-3 KJ 2. And the LORD spake unto me, saying, 3. Ye have compassed this mountain long enough: turn you northward. Well, someday things are going to get better… Someday my ship will come in... Someday I'm going to make a change... Someday, I will become a ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 2:2-3, Jeremiah 29:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Beat The Clock

Contributed by Paul Norwood on Apr 27, 2015

To convince audience we need to get serious about the second coming of Christ and always be ready.

“Beat the Clock” Text: Matthew 24:36-44 I. Welcome II. Introduction Many of us older folks remember Bud Collyer hosting the television game show “Beat the Clock.” There have been at least four attempts to revive this show – the latest airing in 2002-2003. Contestants ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Staying The Right Course Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Nov 9, 2015

Jesus give us directions on how to choose the right path; He gives us a warning concerning who we follow and allow to influence our lives and decisions; and He gives the means by which we can evaluate the leadership of those whom we follow.

Staying the Right Course Matthew 7:13-20 Intro: Last week we talked about the fact that every human has a free will and cannot be forced (nor can we force others) to accept God’s way of life that He offers freely. When someone tries to force someone to follow a certain path, through ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Separating The Wheat From The Chaff

Contributed by Craig Condon on Jun 19, 2015

The Holy Spirit gives us the assurance that we are believers. As Romans 8:16 says, “The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God”. Only then can we have the inner conviction and witness of the Holy Spirit.

Three ministers gathered at the local coffee shop one morning, and the talk turned to a problem all three of them had in common-bats in their churches. One said, “I just don’t know what to do. I’ve called in exterminators and I’ve had the entire church sprayed, and the bats ...read more

Scripture: John 6:56-69

Denomination: Anglican

The Narrow Gate Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Aug 5, 2011

Now for the rest of chapter 7 we have what I think is the most important summary in the entire Bible, showing us exactly what the future holds for us and the basic choices we have to make.

Jesus has just spent probably several hours on this hot hillside teaching his disciples what a Christian is, what effect they are to have on the world, what his role was in coming to earth, and then giving many illustrations of Christian attitudes and behaviours that define us as Children of God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-14

Inside Of Our Faith Faith Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 9, 2019

Using the tools that God gives us allows us to live out our faith and touch the lives of those around us.

Sermon Series “Toolbox of Faith” #1 Inside of our faith Luke 7:1-10 Mark 1:40-45 Prayer- Father, today would you do something amazing! Those of us who have gathered to hear your word desire it. Those of us who have come hungry and wanting more for our lives, allow us to be in your presence ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10, Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Nazarene

Come And You Will See

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 19, 2014

Come to a church where Jesus is preached and you will begin to see the answer to the most important issues of life.

Intro What are we here for? What is the purpose of the church? Goal To show how important Jesus is to the church. Plan We will look at why we are here, John the Baptist’s example and the lamb of God. Why are we here Have we ever asked ourselves, why are we here? So, here we sit in a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-42

Denomination: Baptist

Making An Impact For God Sermon Viii: From Fearfulness To Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jan 20, 2020

Mature Christians believe that, with God, good things are possible, and that faithfulness to Him brings victory. With God on our side, how can we lose? Therefore, "As For Me and My House, We will Serve the Lord!"

WHAT THE LORD PROMISES HE DELIVERS NOTWITHSTANDING ENEMIES FROM WITHOUT “Fear must not win” reverberated across America this week as Christian ministers of all denominations voiced outrage, yes, but also courage in the name of the Lord, and on behalf of their congregations, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-20

Eternal Partners

Contributed by Greg Yort on Apr 23, 2018

As believers, God calls us to be eternal partners through God’s good work of salvation, which will drive us to pray and encourage one another to grow in agape love, abound in infallible knowledge and insight, discern right choices, live holy, and finish

Textual Idea Paul recognized that all believers are eternal partners through God’s good work of salvation, driving him to pray for his Philippian partners to grow in agape love, abound in infallible knowledge and insight, discern right choices, live holy and finish excellent. Sermon Idea As ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Hallowed Be Thy Name Series

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on Jun 7, 2016

Praise before Petitions.

SERIES: The Greatest Prayer Ever Prayed #3 TITLE: Hallowed Be Thy Name TEXT: Matthew 6:9b INTRO: The Lord’s Prayer begins with praise, which is followed by a series of petitions to God. There are Seven Petitions in the Lord’s Prayer divided into Two Groups: The first THREE petitions ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9

Denomination: Baptist