Sermons on Earnestly Contend:

Our God Is Able And The Fourth Man Of Daniel 3

Contributed by William Akehurst on Aug 27, 2023

The fiery furnace. Three men were thrown into the fiery furnace, and yet, there were four walking in the midst of the Fire. Their faith said, “Our GOD is able”, because GOD said, “HE will never leave nor forsake you.” When faced with the fiery furnace, will you contend for the faith, or bow?

2023.08.27. Sermon Notes. Our GOD is able, and the Fourth man. William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: The fiery furnace. Three men were thrown into the fiery furnace, and yet, there were four walking in the midst of the Fire. Their faith said, “Our GOD is able”, because GOD said, “HE will never leave ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:5, Deuteronomy 31:6, Jude 1:3-4, Daniel 3:1-30, Revelation 12:10-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus And The Persistent Pagan

Contributed by Monty Newton on Sep 8, 2015

Jesus isn't fussy about who we are when we earnestly bring our hope to him.

Title: Jesus and the Persistent Pagan Text: Mark 7:24-30 (Matthew 15:21-28) Thesis: Jesus isn’t fussy about who we are when we earnestly bring our hope to him. Introduction A church in England has recorded "the sound of silence" on to a CD which has become a surprise hit with its ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Doing Battle In Charity Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 12, 2021

Scripture reminds us to contend with others, Christian or not, with charity as our rule of engagement.

Homily for Monday of 11th week in Course 2 Cor 6: 1-10; Mt 5:38-42 There’s an old story that after the battle of Waterloo, someone was speaking to Lord Wellington about the superior courage of his soldiers. He is supposed to have said “our men were not braver than the enemy. They were brave five ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-10, Matthew 5:38-41, Psalm 98:1-4

Denomination: Catholic

Soli Deo Gloria

Contributed by Bruce Allen on Mar 1, 2011

Soli Deo Gloria - Glory to God Alone is the basis of the Five Solas of the Reformation Era. As then - so now is its relevance needed in our post-modern culture.

Soli Deo Gloria | Glory to God Alone Romans 16:25-27 25 Now to Him who is able to establish you according to my gospel and the preaching of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery which was kept secret since the world began 26 but now has been made manifest, and by the prophetic ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

Joy In The Heat Of Battle Series

Contributed by Andrew Stringer on Jul 28, 2007

In order to maintain joy as in this battle we call Christianity, we need to develop the marks of a good soldier of Jesus Christ

Joy in the Heat of the Battle Jailhouse Religion #6 Philippians 1:27-30 Introduction: 1. As we have already found, Philippians is a rich resource for the Christian who is lacking in joy. 2. Because of Christ, every believer can experience true joy and fulfillment, no matter what is going on around ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Filled To The Uttermost: An Example For The Believer Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Aug 20, 2006

This message was developed to help Christians to relaize how much they have in Christ - specifically when filled with the Holy Spirit.

FILLED TO THE UTTER MOST: AN EXAMPLE FOR THE BELIEVER Acts 6:8-7:60 INTRODUCTION: A. In Ephesians 5:18 Paul wrote, be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit; 1. This verse lets us know that it is possible to be a Christian and not be filled with the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Awol Christians

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 12, 2002

Therer have been a number of sunshine patriot and summer soldier Christians who have gone AWOL in the service of their Lord. Why?

AWOL CHRISTIANS I TIMOTHY 6:12 INTRODUCTION: In 1776 Thomas Paine wrote these words: "These are the times that try men’s souls. The summer soldier and the sunshine patriot will, in this crisis, shrink from the service of his country.” When many of the Army Reserve and National Guard Units were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:12

Denomination: Baptist

Realities That Give Life Definition And Meaning

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Feb 6, 2007

take a look of the realties that give life definition and meaning.

REALITIES THAT GIVE LIFE DEFINITION AND MEANING ECCLESIASTES 9:1- 10 GOODNEWS CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP BUCAS, Daraga Albay January 7, 2007 Introduction A. About the Disaster that hits Albay B. About the predictions in year 2007 by some Psychics Philosophies of life that wont’ work 1. Materialism ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"God Is All In All!”

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Jan 17, 2007

“He doeth according to his will in the army of heaven, and among the inhabitants of the earth, and none can stay his hand, or say unto him, What doest thou?” (Dan. 4:35).

“GOD IS ALL IN ALL!” Psalms 135:6 Good News Christian Fellowship BUCAS, Daraga Albay January 14, 2007 Introduction A. Last year’s Super Typhoon B. Relief / rescue operation C. The people’s questions 1. Where’s God? 2. Does He care? 3. Is He in control? I. GOD ABSOLUTE RULE From our text in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 135:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Coincidences With God Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 1, 2007

Exposition of Ruth 2:1-23

Text: Ruth 2:1-23 II, Title: No Coincidences with God, Date/Place: LSCC, 5/14/06, AM A. Opening illustration: Providence: God is continually involved with all created things in such a way that he 1) keeps them existing and maintaining the properties with which He created them, 2) cooperates with ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

You're The President Of What? Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Aug 9, 2007

Exposition of three truths in Acts 4:1-22 regarding the trial of the apostles before the Sanhedrin

Text: Acts 4:1-22, Title: You’re the President of What? Date/Place: NRBC, 8/12/07, AM A. Opening illustration: John Kenneth Gailbraith, in his autobiography, A Life In Our Times, illustrates the devotion of Emily Gloria Wilson, his family’s housekeeper. It had been a wearying day, and I asked Emily ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

What To Do When You Get Discouraged

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Aug 4, 2013

Do you ever get down, depressed or discouraged? Being depressed or discouraged doesn't make you a bad or a weak Christian. When you're discouraged and tempted to quit or give up four steps you need to to take are: pray, trust; commit, and work.

What to Do When You Get Discouraged Philippians 4:4-7 Do you ever get down, depressed or discouraged? Being depressed or discouraged does not in itself make you a bad or a weak Christian. The great British Baptist preacher C.H. Spurgeon led scores to Christ through his powerful sermons. Yet he ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Resurrection Deception

Contributed by Robert Sickler on Jan 9, 2015

It is very difficult to recognize that which we are convinced cannot exist in our life time. This then is the point; the rapture is real but pre-tribulation-rapture doctrine has a very high potential for supporting Satan’s deception, which masks the coming of the antichrist.

RESURRECTION DECEPTION SNAKE OIL There has always been someone who was willing to sell worthless crap to those gullible enough to buy it, and this is also true for Christians. Christendom is over flowing with those who are simple enough to buy almost anything the snake-oil-doctrine purveyors are ...read more

Scripture: John 5:28-29

Denomination: Christian Church

The Mysteries Of God: Revealing The Hidden Secrets Of Eternity

Contributed by Raymond Petzholt on May 13, 2024

The Mysteries of God reveal the hidden secrets of eternity. They are an important means of strengthening Christians in their faith and establishing the Church throughout the World. God calls all of us to be faithful stewards of these Mysteries (I Cor. 4:1-2)

THE MYSTERIES OF GOD: REVEALING THE HIDDEN SECRETS OF ETERNITY How to Strengthen Christians & Establish the Church (I Cor. 2:7-14; 4:1-2; Rom. 16:25-26) What are the mysteries of God? The Greek word translated mystery has the idea of a hidden or secret purpose or counsel of God. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-2, Romans 16:25-26, Ephesians 3:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

06 The Valley Of War Series

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Mar 22, 2009

As a Christian, you are in a constant battle - how well equipped are you?

The Valley Of War – 15th February 2009 am Zechariah 12:11 What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you think of this valley? Megiddon / Megiddo means place of crowds – this valley will be the scene of the final war this world will see. The true Christian life is one of constant ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 12:11

Denomination: Baptist