Sermons on Dont Relax:

The Oldest Game In The World Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 7, 2023

The shame of our sin often leads us to shift the blame. Don’t play the blame game; own it by name and avoid the shame.

The Oldest Game in the World Genesis 3:11-13 Rev. Brian Bill March 4-5, 2023 Do you know what the most popular game is right now? Could it be World of Warcraft, Minecraft, Warzone, or Fortnite? Or for another generation, maybe your guesses would be Monopoly? Risk? Bunco? Scrabble? ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

28. When Ziklag Burns Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Oct 15, 2025

Spiritual lives don’t collapse because God failed us — they collapse because we chose to navigate outside His will.

When Ziklag Burns October 15, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship www.mycrossway.org 1 Samuel 30 Introduction: From Ashes to Anointing On January 13, 2012, the Italian luxury cruise ship Costa Concordia set out on a routine voyage off the coast of Tuscany. She was built to ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Sermon # 24 - God Hears Our Cry Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Feb 23, 2023

Whom do we go to in times of trouble? Can we call on God and will He hear us? Here are some great examples from the bible that are shared in this sermon.

We read in Mark 10:51, Jesus asked, "What do you want me to do for you?" The blind man answered, "Master, I want to see!" (CEV) Mark 10 records an encounter between Jesus and a blind man named Bartimaeus, and the above verse is part of that conversation that Jesus had with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:51, Psalm 118:8, Genesis 3:9, Mark 9:22-23, Mark 10:52, Mark 10:46-47, Mark 10:48-49, John 8:36  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Belief In The Resurrection Of The Dead

Contributed by Sajeev Painunkal, Sj on Nov 6, 2010

The Sadducees try to ridicule Jesus with a stupid question about what happens in heaven. The answer of Jesus is not about the how but they why. If we don't believe in a life after death, we will have no purpose for our life on earth.

People sometimes ask stupid questions. They know it is stupid; but they ask them anyway. When somebody asks a stupid question, we can assume that either they are too naïve, or they are sarcastic. And most of the time they are not naïve; they are trying to make us look foolish trying to answer ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:27-38

Denomination: Catholic

Understanding Grace Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jan 27, 2014

Grace. It is something we all want yet struggle to give or we struggle to see those who really don't deserve it, receive it. The fact is that we don't really understand grace then. What is Grace and how can it affect our entire life when we receive it?

Understanding Grace What is Grace Unmerited favor By God’s Grace, you are saved(Ephesians 2:8-9) By God’s Grace, you are sanctified(Acts 13:43; By God’s Grace, you are to Serve (Ephesians 4 By God’s Grace, you are sustained (2 Corinthians 13:10 Intro Slide Good ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Skilled Or Committed - 1 Series

Contributed by Brian Stevenson Athisayaraj on Mar 9, 2015

There are 3 kinds of people God can use. 1) You don't have the commitment, but you have the knowledge, God can use you. 2) You don't have the skills, but you have the heart, God can equip you. 3) You are skilled and committed, God can make you a LEADER!

There are 3 Kinds of people God can use. 1. Skilled 2. Committed 3. Skilled and Committed 4. Stupid (Forgive me for using this word. But sometimes you just need to hear it as it is, to understand it better) 1) You are Skilled - You don't have the commitment, but you have the knowledge, God can ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God's Right To Condemn Sinners Series

Contributed by Don Baggett on Dec 26, 2007

It is common to hear someone with very little, or no, biblical knowledge say, “I don’t see how a good God could send anyone to hell.” There are several things that can be said to you, if you say that: 1) That you don’t see, doesn’t change it; 2) your sta

It is common to hear someone with very little, or no, biblical knowledge say, “I don’t see how a good God could send anyone to hell.” There are several things that can be said to you, if you say that: 1) That you don’t see, doesn’t change it; 2) your statement is your confession that you do not ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sin No More

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jun 28, 2012

Don’t use the excuse that you can’t help slipping into sin. Call on God’s power to free you from sin’s grip. Don’t run to sin but run away from it. Do not deliberately put yourself in a situation where you become vulnerable to sin. Tactic: ‘Submit to God,

Opening illustration: Play a video on ‘SIN’ and what people today perceive it to be … Introduction: Jesus’ instruction to “sin no more” was a command to end her adulterous activities and adulterous relationship. Being a member of the body of Christ does not give us excuse to continue a sinful ...read more

Scripture: John 5:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Blind See Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 28, 2009

If you want to gain true wisdom in the midst of your pain, don’t be like those who WON’T SEE, and don’t be like those who CAN’T SEE. Instead, be like those who DO SEE, because they let Jesus touch them not just once, but as many times as it takes.

A businessman was late for an important meeting and couldn’t find a parking space. As he frantically circled the block, the man got so desperate that he decided to pray. Looking up toward heaven, he said, “Lord, take pity on me. If you find me a parking space, I’ll go to church every Sunday ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:11-26

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God Is Unavoidable Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 20, 2017

Have you ever felt like someone was avoiding you? They don't pick up the phone when you call or when they see you coming they turn and run the other way. Don't feel bad, people try to do that with God. But it's pointless to think we can really avoid God.

GOD IS UNAVOIDABLE Have you ever felt like someone was avoiding you? They don't pick up the phone when you call or when they see you coming they turn and run the other way. There can be different reasons for this. Perhaps you talk too much and they don't want to be trapped into having a long ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:5-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Don't Have A Prayer

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 18, 2021

Sometimes we have trouble praying. What shall we do? This lesson was motivated by the Daniel Henderson article, “Four Reasons You Don’t Feel Like Praying and Four Keys to Breakthrough,” at Strategic Renewal.com/four-reasons-you-dont-feel-like-praying-and-four-keys-to-breakthrough/

1. Frontline Prayer: Richard Dehaan told of a soldier who was doing sentry duty on the front line in WWI. After being relieved of duty, as a Christian, he wanted to pray, to thank God for protecting him, & to ask for His continued protection. But the enemy lines were very close, & he ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Mount Of Calvary – The Necessity Of Trust (8/12) Series

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

In times of trouble we need to trust God. When we don’t understand, when everything is falling apart, when we don’t see a way forward, we need to confidently believe He is still on the throne. Despite much disappointment and pain we hold on to hope because we are condemned to victory!

Message by Eddie Fernandes Introduction (Click intro title) The message I am about to preach today couldn’t have come at a better time. I am convinced God knew what I would be going through and He inspired this series many months ago knowing this message would coincide with my situation and a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:3, Mark 15:33-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Choose To Trust

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 12, 2018

THIS IS THE THIRD IN A SERIES OF CHOICES. AS WE AGE WE REALIZE WE DON'T HAVE THE CAPACITY TO DO THINGS THAT WE ONCE HAD AND MUST PRIORITIZE WHAT WE DO. WHAT IS IMPORTANT IN OUR WALK WITH THE LORD.

I CHOOSE TO TRUST MATTHEW 8:23-28 I THOUGHT I WOULD BRING A FRIEND TO HELP ME WITH THE MESSAGE TODAY, OR AT LEAST THE PICTURE OF A FRIEND. THIS IS MY GIRL SOPHIE (SOPHIE IS MY CAT), AND SHE’S BEEN A BLESSING TO LESLIE AND ME SINCE 2012. ONE THING ABOUT SPOHIE THAT MAKES ME SAD THOUGH, IS THAT ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

Trampling On Grace

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Mar 10, 2002

The most worshipful act a corporate body of believers accomplishes can be a source of shame or grace -- the Lord’s Supper -- don’t trample on the grace.

March 10, 2002 23For this is what the Lord himself said, and I pass it on to you just as I received it. On the night when he was betrayed, the Lord Jesus took a loaf of bread, 24and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, "This is my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: United Methodist

Fight The Urge Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 9, 2002

This is the 2nd sermon in the "Unpopular" series. This sermon gives the warning in which Lot’s wife did not heed: Don’t look back!

Sunday Morning, April 14, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: “Unpopular” [#2] FIGHT THE URGE Genesis 19:12-26 Introduction: 1. Ever get your mind set on doing something your way regardless of what anyone else thinks, even God? This morning I will tell you that the devil knows ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:12-26

Denomination: Baptist