Sermons on Dried Up From The Roots:

Visionary View: Are You Spiritually Blind? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 18, 2023

The concept of a "visionary view" through the lens of spiritual sight. Have you ever wondered if you are spiritually blind?

"Visionary View: Are You Spiritually Blind?" Introduction: Today we embark on a journey to explore the concept of a "visionary view" through the lens of spiritual sight. Have you ever wondered if you are spiritually blind? Let's delve into this topic using verses from the ...read more

Scripture: John 9:39-41, 2 Corinthians 4:4, John 8:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Abraham's Obedient Faith

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 17, 2023

Is there a difference between works of the law and works of faith? Many Christians confuse the two as one, but they are not. Let's let the Bible answer the question.

A false equivalence is bad logic. It occurs when we believe that the same word in different contexts means the same thing. This happens in Christian discussions of the word works. We solve the confusion by asking what kind of “works” is being discussed. Is it works of the law or works of obedient ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Elect Are Not Deceived

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 27, 2023

Jesus taught us to pray for free and not all is real that you see. James says why we do not receive.

Mat 24:24  For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall shew great signs and wonders; insomuch that, if it were possible, they shall deceive the very elect.  2Th 2:8  And then shall that Wicked be revealed, whom the Lord shall consume with the spirit of his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:24, 2 Thessalonians 2:8, Matthew 7:21-23, 1 Timothy 6:3-8, Mark 12:38-40, James 4:2-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Spirit Is With And In Us As We Share Christ Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 11, 2023

The Holy Spirit equips the whole body of disciples to continue the work of Christ.

Sixth Sunday of Easter 2023 For several weeks now, after the Paschal celebration, we have been hearing the last teaching of Jesus from the Gospel of John. This long speech and promise is positioned by John at the Last Supper, but it would also make sense in the period between Easter and Christ’s ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21, 1 Peter 3:15-18, Psalm 66:1-20, Acts 8:5-17

Denomination: Catholic

Becoming A Christian Philosopher

Contributed by Don Campbell on May 15, 2023

The word “philosophy” means a love of wisdom. Paul said, "Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ” (Col 2:8). There must be two kinds of philosophers.

BECOMING A CHRISTIAN PHILOSOPHER Practical Principles for Living or Detached Musings? INTRODUCTION A. In 1972 I took Introduction to Philosophy at Shawnee College, Ullin, Illinois under an old professor named Dr. Pepper, who looked like Colonel Sanders. 1. I learned that the word philosophy ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5, James 3:15-18, Proverbs 7:5-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Confidence In The Flesh Series

Contributed by Adamson Bacnis on Jun 3, 2023

Sometimes in our life we ​​have many things that we want to reach. And because we are not careful, we have many things or deeds that we forget that it is not according to God's will. We have put all our trust in ourselves.

We have always said "I can do it", "if others can do it, so can I". We don't realize that we are bragging because we thought that because of our own abilities, our own strength and strategy we got these things or dreams. Therefore, Apostle Paul continues to remind us not to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-7, 1 Timothy 1:12, Genesis 1:1-3, Philippians 3:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

My Year Of Greater Expectations Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Jan 2, 2022

There is no need for humanity that God cannot meet.

OASIS WORDBANK - HEAVEN ON EARTH CONGREGATION: Oasis Potterlight Chapel International THEME: My Year Of Greater Expectations TEXT: Ephesians 3:20, KJV: "Now unto him, that can do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us," ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20, 1 Kings 3:5

Denomination: Charismatic

Victory Over Temptation Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 31, 2023

What victory is promised.

“The temptation to sin and deny God’s plan for your life are no different than the temptation others experience. But a faithful God has a plan for your life, and will not allow You to experience temptations more severely than you can overcome. And when you are tempted, He has a way for you to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13, 1 John 1:9

Denomination: Baptist

The Compassion Of Jesus And Believing Faith.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 25, 2022

If we will not believe the gospel, then there is no sign that will convince us. Growing in faith is a work in progress.

THE COMPASSION OF JESUS AND BELIEVING FAITH. Mark 8:1-21. The first thing that I noticed in reading through this short passage was the COMPASSION of Jesus. “I have COMPASSION on the multitude, because they have now been with me three days, and they have nothing to eat” (Mark 8:2). This is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Topic: The Parable Of The Bridesmaids

Contributed by Arsenio Segismundo on Jun 7, 2022

There were three stages of the Jewish weddings. First is the Engagement where fathers of both families agree on the marriage.

Topic: The Parable of the Bridesmaids Text: Matthew 25:1-13 Mat 25:1 Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to meet the bridegroom. Mat 25:2 And five of them were wise, and five were foolish. Mat 25:3 They that were foolish took ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Christian Church

The New Temple Really Exists Now

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 19, 2022

What we should do, routinely and habitually, is commit ourselves to acting rightly and then do not expect any reward, any promotion.

Saturday of 20th Week in Course It’s always interesting when a reading from Scripture begins with the words “afterwards. . .” or “after this. . .” because when we hear those words we ask the question “after what?” So when we go back to chapter 42 of Ezekiel, we get the answer. Ezekiel, a prophet ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12, Ezekiel 43:1-7, Psalm 85:9-13

Denomination: Catholic

He Whom Thou Lovest Is Sick.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 5, 2022

The simple prayer of Martha and Mary; Jesus' delay; and the death of Lazarus.

HE WHOM THOU LOVEST IS SICK. John 11:1-16. JOHN 11:1. “Now a certain man was sick.” This is the first mention of Lazarus of Bethany in the Gospels, and he is identified alongside his sisters, Mary and Martha. JOHN 11:2. Mary is identified in anticipation of the incident in the following ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When God Speaks - Hear The Full Story It Is Great

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Jan 24, 2022

As we engage with and listen to God, there are major blessings in listening to the full story God has for us. In this sermon we explore how the full story of God is not just guidelines and rules but it ultimately means Good News is part of our life.

Opening Text “The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because He has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.”  Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21, Numbers 8:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Saved, Safe, And Secure In God’s Hand

Contributed by John Newbaker on May 24, 2020

What do you think of when you think of a hand? When you think about your Father’s hand, think of his provision, his power, his presence, and his protection.

Saved, safe, and secure in God’s hand John 10:27 My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me: v28 And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand. v29 My Father, who gave them to me, is greater than all; and no man is ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27-29

Denomination: Baptist

Confused?

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Jun 19, 2020

Short message during virus shut down time. This was shared by text and other media.

Title: Confused? Things can be confusing about so many things for us in today world? -To wear a mask or not to wear a mask? -If you’re over 65 don't go out have someone go for you? -Why are some governors not letting things go back to normal? -Why $1,000 a week unemployment? -How do they ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible