Sermons on Doug V Steere:

Us Vs. Them: Believers V. Believers

Contributed by Dan Hulse on Apr 5, 2024

Good morning. Today we’re reflecting on the importance of unity among believers. As we look into the Word of God, let’s turn our hearts to James 4:1, which reminds us of the dangers of Christians engaging in conflict with one another. (READ JAMES 4:1)

Us vs. Them Believers v. Believers (Pastor Dan Hulse) James 4:1 Introduction: Good morning. Today we’re reflecting on the importance of unity among believers. As we look into the Word of God, let’s turn our hearts to James 4:1, which reminds us of the dangers of Christians engaging in ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-2, Ephesians 4:3, John 13:34-35

You Are Invited R.s.v.p.

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 11, 2025

This message proclaims God’s gracious invitation to salvation, pictured in Jesus’ parable of the wedding feast. It calls hearers to accept the free gift of Christ’s righteousness—the wedding garment—and to live daily in surrendered fellowship.

Introduction: The Search and the Invitation Picture the best church potluck you’ve ever attended. The tables sag under the weight of steaming casseroles, fragrant breads, fruit and desserts that dare you to try “just one bite.” Everyone brings something, but nobody goes hungry. Now imagine the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14, Luke 14:16-24, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Isaiah 61:10, Revelation 19:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Techicolor Faith - Making The Most Of Every Opportunity Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 19, 2003

Like Joseph, we have a destiny for our lives. What is it and how can we learn from Joseph’s life and how he realized his dream?

OPEN: An elderly husband and wife noticed they were beginning to forget little things around the house. They were afraid that this could be dangerous so they decided to go see a doctor to get some help. Their doctor told them that many people their age find it useful to write themselves little ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Savior Helps Us Stop Stumbling

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 14, 2012

1. God steers us away from discouragement (vs. 1). 2. God steers us away from deceivers (vs. 2). 3. God steers us away from misguided dependence (vs. 3-9).

The Savior Helps Us Stop Stumbling Philippians 3:1-9 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Sept. 9, 2012 *Have you ever stumbled? -- Of course we all have. The last time I stumbled badly was two summers ago. I went out after dark to turn off the sprinkler. And foolishly, I didn’t ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Joy To The World Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Nov 30, 2014

7 Notes - The Perfect Scale The Note of: PRAISE v.4-8, WONDER v.1, VICTORY v.1. MERCY v.2, FAITHFULNESS v.3, GRACE v.3, HOPE v.9

- "The Hinge of History" - Ps 98 echoes Ps 96 - Psalm 98 is a sort of Coronation Hymn - Proclaiming the conquering Messiah - Praise can never be exhausted. - The more we ponder the feats of our Lord - The more we are moved to uplift & adore Him Luke 2:10–11 (AV) 10 And the angel said unto ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 98:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Loving Like Your Father Loves Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 10, 2013

Some people refuse to love their enemies because it shows they have standards, that they respect themselves, that they reject bad behavior. It makes them feel God-like. But Jesus said that being "God-like" means loving our enemies. How do we do that?

OPENING: There once were 2 cats from Kilkenny Each thought there was one cat too many They fought and they spit, They clawed and they bit. Till instead of two cats … there weren't any. APPLY: Hatred is an interesting topic. As Christians, we are taught that hatred is not a good thing. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Born Identity: Savior Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Dec 18, 2008

A contextual Christmas Eve meditation on the birth of Jesus from the perspective of the shepherds- based on an article by Doug Greenwald

Born Identity: Savior Luke 2:8-20 When Luke tells us in 2:8 that there “were shepherds in the fields keeping watch over their flocks by night”, he is giving us clues about when Jesus was born and why he was born. Any first-century Middle Eastern villager reading this text would wonder why sheep ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Methodist

Man’s Catastrophe

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 27, 2012

A Withered Heart v. 10 – No Righteousness v. 11 – No Understanding v. 11 – No Desire for God v.12 – No Goodness v. 17 – No Peace v. 18 – No fear of God v. 19 – No Defense

Rom 3:10-19 History’s Greatest Catastrophe The Black Death: The Greatest Catastrophe Ever killed 50 million people in the 14th century, or 60 per cent of Europe’s entire population All the citizens did little else except to carry dead bodies to be buried [...] At every church they dug ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:10-22

Denomination: Baptist

Divine Direction Through Closed Doors

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 21, 2025

Every closed door has a divine purpose behind it. God never shuts one door without preparing a better one. His “No” today may be leading you into a greater “Yes” tomorrow.

DIVINE DIRECTION THROUGH CLOSED DOORS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 16:6-10 Key Verse: “Come over into Macedonia, and help us.” (Acts 16:9) Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:5-6; Isaiah 30:21; Jeremiah 29:11; Romans 8:28; Revelation 3:7-8 INTRODUCTION: In the journey of life and ministry, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:6-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Evil Embedded In The Structures Of Society Leads To Death Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 17, 2015

The sacrifice of Christ needs to be imitated by the Christian, by loving service and working to put down evil.

Thursday of 2nd Week in Course Joy of the Gospel There is an innate drive in every human, once he has discovered the existence of a transcendent reality, a creative Being who can impact his life, to offer something to that Being. In pagan societies, where the forces of nature, or economics, or ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Victorious Lamb And End Of An Abomination

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 3, 2022

Today there is special reason to celebrate, those of us who for nearly a half-century in this country have fought for the dignity of human life from conception to natural death.

The Lamb and the End of an Abomination On this Sunday of the Good Shepherd, we are reminded that Jesus Christ, the Lamb of Revelation, standing as if slain, is also the shepherd of the flock of God. He reigns triumphant on the throne of Justice and Judgement at the right hand of the Father, in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:43-52, Psalm 100:1-5, Revelation 7:9-17, John 10:27-30

Denomination: Catholic

Does Human Life Begin At First Breath?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on May 21, 2022

Life is not accidental. It is intentional, and there are only two possibilities for the creation of life

Life is not a random occurrence. It is intentional, with its creation stemming from God's supernatural act. This intentional nature of life invites us to contemplate its origins, encouraging introspection and a deeper understanding of our existence. "...then the LORD God formed the man ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7, Job 33:4-6, Genesis 9:3-6, Genesis 21:22, Genesis 35:22, Luke 1:41, Exodus 20:13, Exodus 21:22-25, Psalm 51:5, Matthew 1:20, Luke 1:31, Matthew 1:18, Genesis 3:19, Genesis 1:26, Luke 1:39-44, Jeremiah 1:4-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Grace: Unmerited Favor.

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on May 31, 2010

Paul gives eight blessing that Grace gives ❶ - v.14 FORGIVENESS ❷ v. 14 - REDEMPTION ❸ v. 13 - TRANSLATION ❹ v. 13 - DELIVERED ❺ v. 12 - PARTAKERS ❻ v. 11 - STRENGTHENED ❼ v. 10 - FRUITFUL/INCREASING &#10

A conversation on a bus was overheard between a young woman her friend ahead of her. The woman was reading - Scott Peck’s “The Road Less Traveled” (published in 1978. It eventually spent 13 years on the New York Times bestseller list to create a paperback record, sold 10 ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Parenting: Who's In The Driver's Seat Series

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Oct 18, 2004

Parents must take the wheel and steer their families in the right direction

Life In The Fast Lane Parenting: Who’s In The Driver’s Seat? Psalm 127:3-5 Woodlawn Baptist Church October 17, 2004 Introduction Since today is Sunday School Teacher appreciation day, I wanted to take a minute to thank our teachers for their labor and faithfulness to the Lord in their classes. I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

More Than Conquerors

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Oct 3, 2013

Four Who Questions: 1. Questioned-v.31 2. Accused-v.33 3. Condemned-v.34 4. Removed-v.35

- Japan was empire building at the end of the 30’s so US put an embargo on oil & steel. - Dec. 7 1941 Japan’s surprise attack on Pearl Harbor so they could focus on new resources to cripple US - Japan had an army of 2 million strong stationed in the home islands guarding against ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Baptist