Sermons on Doctrine Of Hell:

Legalism Series

Contributed by Rev.dr.vijay Raju on Mar 9, 2024

The doctrine of freedom from law is a central and crucial teaching in the Bible. It refers to the idea that as Christians, we are no longer bound by the Old Testament laws and regulations to be right with God. Instead, we are justified through faith in Jesus Christ.

Introduction: As Christians, we often talk about our freedom in Christ. But what does that mean? In today's passage, we will explore Paul's words in Galatians 4:21-31 to understand true freedom in Christ. Scripture Reading: Tell me, you who desire to be under the law, do you not listen to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1, Galatians 4:21-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Transformed! Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Feb 17, 2023

From the background of Free Methodist Doctrine (Wesleyan-Arminian), we are called to be "transfigured" as Jesus by allowing the Holy Spirit to change us from the "inside-out" to live a holy and sanctified life.

IT IS CLEAR FROM SCRIPTURE THAT THE CHURCH IS OF GOD AND FOR PEOPLE. THE BIBLICAL CONCEPT OF THE CHURCH IN THE UNDERSTANDING OF THE FREE MEHTODIST CHURCH STATES: “THE CHURCH IS THE ORGANIC, CORPORATE INSTRUMENT GOD HAS CHOSEN TO REMAKE PEOPLE AND SOCIETY. IT HAS A MISSION OF HOLY LOVE. THE CHURCH ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-7, Romans 12:2, Ephesians 4:22-24, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Matthew 5:48  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Murphey’s Law Vs God’s Promise

Contributed by Ken Hamilton on Jan 14, 2026

People quote it like Scripture. They live by it like doctrine. They wake up expecting trouble, expecting stress, expecting the next shoe to drop. And if we’re not careful, we start living like that’s the truth.

“SURELY GOODNESS AND MERCY ARE IN THIS PLACE” Psalm 54:4 • Amos 3:7 • Psalm 23:6 Page 1 — Introduction: Murphey’s Law Vs God’s Promise Church, I want to begin this morning with a word that every one of us has heard at some point in our lives. A word that has shaped the way people think, the way ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 54:4

Sufficiency Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 10, 2014

1)Doctrinal Perceptiveness through the Word (2 Peter 3:15b–17), 2) Spiritual Progress in the Word (2 Peter 3:18a), and 3) Continual Praise in the Word (2 Peter 3:18b)

We’ve all just gone through a traumatic event: time change. We can look forward to enjoying light for longer in the day and the prospect of spring. For all of us, this time change is difficult for we lost an hour of sleep. Those who examine the effects of sleep note the increased accidents on ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:15-18

Denomination: Other

The Rich Man And Lazarus

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 14, 2013

Death is the great leveler. Not all rich men go to hell, nor do all poor men go to heaven. It was how Lazarus lived his life before God, and how the rich man squandered his opportunities, that determined their differing destinies.

THE RICH MAN AND LAZARUS. Luke 16:19-31. It was against the Pharisees who were lovers of money that Jesus spoke the parable of the rich man and Lazarus. It is a sad story, which shows two men in quite different lifestyles in this life, and the fate of each of them in the life to come. 1. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

5 Questions About Life After Death Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

When you see your life from its future perspective, you sense the significance of life itself. Knowing that Christ Himself will evaluate your life, we know every good deed done will be rewarded. Not one item in our lives will be overlooked!

Easter is a time when people turn their attention to Jesus Christ and His resurrection. For millions of people, Jesus’ resurrection offers the hope of life after death. But this year, Easter is unique because it falls on April 1, sharing the date with April Fool’s Day. It’s rare that these two ...read more

Scripture: John 5:28-29, 2 Corinthians 4:13, Romans 8:11, Colossians 3:4, 1 Corinthians 6:14, 1 John 3:2, 1 Corinthians 15:20-23, Acts 26:23, Romans 6:5, John 5:25, 2 Corinthians 5:1-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Easter: Guaranteed Good News Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 3, 2021

I don’t pretend to understand everything that happened to Jesus before His resurrection, I do know this: several hours after their respective deaths, Jesus escorted a pardoned criminal inside the very gates of paradise.

Good morning to you and Happy Resurrection Day to you all! Easter is special day and we are so glad to have you join us. Most Sundays I am looking at nothing but a camera these days. But not this Sunday (show pics of people’s printed pics on the pews)! What a welcome sight. Many of you are new to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-49

Denomination: Baptist

Satan's Strategy To Use Unequally Yoked Marriages To Destroy Godly Lives Of A Godly Spouse. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 14, 2024

Be cautious of relationships that seem too good to be true

As believers, we are constantly engaged in a spiritual battle against the forces of darkness. Satan, the enemy of our souls, is always seeking ways to undermine our faith and destroy our effectiveness for the Kingdom. One of the strategies he uses is to encourage unequally yoked marriages, where ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20, Ephesians 5:22-33

Inheriting Eternal Life And Entering Heaven Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 14, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical requirements for inheriting eternal life and entering heaven.

As believers, we often wonder what it takes to inherit eternal life and enter heaven. The Bible provides clear guidance on this matter, emphasizing the importance of faith, repentance, and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical requirements for ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Go! And Choose Your Eternal Destination Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 21, 2025

The choices we make in this life determine where we will spend eternity — not just for a season, not for a thousand years, but forever.

Go! And… Choose Your Eternal Destination Introduction: The Reality of Eternity Today’s message carries eternal weight. The choices we make in this life determine where we will spend eternity — not just for a season, not for a thousand years, but forever. We live in a world where many avoid ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:28, Matthew 22:2, Matthew 22:13, Psalm 139:7-8, Revelation 20:10, Revelation 14:10-11, Romans 1:24, Romans 2:5, 2 Thessalonians 1:9, John 3:19, John 5:24, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Ephesians 2:8-9, Matthew 7:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Significance Of Christ's Return Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021

Sleep is a metaphor for death. The Bible promises that every gospel-believing, Christ-loving, Bible-living person will not stay dead. Instead, you will rise again.

I invite you to join me next Sunday as we launch on a three week series, The Love of God. It’s my hope that you will not only see but feel how much God cares for you. So join me next week and invite an unchurched friend. And speaking of love…. In just four weeks, our church will celebrate LoveLoud ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:9, Luke 17:20-37, Job 19:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Silent Man Who Spoke Not A Word – Message John 11 Lazarus Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 11, 2022

Two men in the bible are called Lazarus . The interesting thing about these two men is that both were dead. Dead men don’t speak; they are silent – or are they? Both men spoke from the grave in a very special way. Both are unique. We look at both but mainly Lazarus from John 11.

THE SILENT MAN WHO SPOKE NOT A WORD – Message John 11 LAZARUS Part 1 THE CHARACTERS OF JOHN’S GOSPEL Today we are looking at a very interesting but important episode in the Gospel of John. It takes up most of one chapter and a bit of the next. The character we are studying is known as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31, Matthew 19:24, 1 Timothy 6:17, James 2:6, Luke 23:42-43, 2 Corinthians 5:8, Ephesians 4:8, John 11:1-5, Luke 10:38-42, John 12:1-7, John 11:6-16, 1 Corinthians 15:51  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Parable Of The Rich Man & Lazarus: What Amount Of Evidence For God Is Enough? Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jul 5, 2022

G.K. Chesterton tells the story of a magician who is visiting a town, and performing tricks for the people. But there was a young scholar there who persistently watched the magician desperately trying to explain away each of the tricks...

G.K. Chesterton tells the story of a magician who is visiting a town, and performing tricks for the people. But there was a young scholar there who persistently watched the magician desperately trying to explain away each of the tricks. The magician became exasperated with the man, and he finally ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Salvation Army

God Dwelt Among Them Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 6, 2025

Jesus was Immanuel - "God with us". The tabernacle was built to assure Israel that "God was in their midst." What can this promise God made to Israel mean to us, and why should it matter?

The Israelites had just left their slavery in Egypt, and they’d been in the desert for about a month, and had met their God at the base of a mountain called Sinai. (that’s the setting of our text today) Someone once estimated that the nation of Israel (as they were at Mt. Sinai) numbered ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Calling Upon The Name Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 8, 2026

Paul called upon Jesus, and his life was transformed.

Calling upon the name of Jesus is the key to salvation. Acts 2:21 says, "Whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved." This isn't just about uttering Jesus' name; it's about surrendering to His Lordship and submitting to His authority. What Does It Mean to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:12