Sermons on Earthen Vessels:

Fishermen

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Apr 25, 2017

God changes you

Fishy Fishermen made Faithful Followers (Matthew 4:17-22) (God looks at a stone and doesn't see rock_ Intro: 1. How many fishermen do we have here 2. Fishermen are a unique breed 3. 25 pound crappie and a four foot long bluegill Two fellows meet in Florida. One says: 'I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sweet Smell Or A Stink

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Apr 25, 2017

How do you smell

Intro: One day long, long ago there was an apothecary who created the most exotic perfumes. The perfume maker had just finished making his greatest creation, a perfume that was so intoxicating that no one could resist it's aroma. He would make a fortune with this perfume; he would sell ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Last Gathering And The Garden

Contributed by John Stackhouse on Mar 27, 2016

Good Friday sermon focusing on The Last Supper and the Garden of Gethsemane

Part One Tonight, we remember one of the most dramatic points in Christian history: Jesus’ last night on the earth before His crucifixion and resurrection. This story begins in Luke 22:7 It was Passover. The city was full of people. The disciples worried that they would not be able to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:7-52

Denomination: Nazarene

Not Crushed

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 22, 2022

With the minimum that you have, give your maximum potential for God! After you do this, watch Him unfold miracles for you!

Not crushed 2 Corinthians 4:8”…we are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not despairing….” A young kid who is a third grader was given an intro about me as : principal, Founder of a School, Teacher and many things, so he called me on phone with great expectations. His voice ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Thinking About God

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 15, 2022

Does the existence of God also mean that He knows how we, His creatures best function? Does that mean that He loves us? Does it mean that we can get to know Him personally? Jesus gave a simple two step process that one should think about when confronted with the truth of the Gospel.

Does the existence of God also mean that He knows how we, His creatures best function? Does that mean that He loves us? Does it mean that we can get to know Him personally? Jesus gave a simple two step process that one should think about when confronted with the truth of the Gospel. “The time is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:15, Galatians 4:8-9, Galatians 5:1

Denomination: Baptist

"i Will Be Diligent: Part 2" Series

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 23, 2020

The man of God is to not follow trends, fads, feelings, what people would like to hear, or preach messages that make them feel "good", but instead preach the Gospel without compromise or apology and to stay committed no matter what happens.

The previous message based on 2 Timothy began with the definition of diligence. It means being constant in your efforts, finish what you started, stay committed to the task and not quit or become distracted. Preparation and thought are a part of this process. Never start anything without going ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:14-26, 2 Timothy 4:1-5, 2 Corinthians 5:10, 2 Peter 1:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Burning Fire Of God Changes Situations!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jan 3, 2021

God’s fire is actually is the anointing of the Holy Spirit. He changes our lives when He anoints us.

THE BURNING FIRE OF GOD CHANGES SITUATIONS! God’s fire is actually is the anointing of the Holy Spirit. He changes our lives when He anoints us. I. Moses old and shepherd. A. Failed to do God’s work at age 40 B. Now God moves in at age 80. We are never too old. C. (humor) Our pastor called ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-21

A Self-Centered Hothead Meets God’s Providence Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 17, 2021

Today’s sermon is about a childless couple unexpectedly blessed with a grape-less son who ends up being a womanizing hothead hippie, marries the enemy, has a hobby of setting fox’ tails on fire, gets put in prison just because he gets a haircut, and dies of fallen arches. This is how it happened.

A Self-centered Hothead Meets God’s Providence (Judges 13-16) Some people think that God using someone means God endorsing someone. God uses two types of people: 1. Those He uses because of their close walk with Him. 2 Timothy 2:21, “Therefore, if anyone cleanses himself from what is ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:1-25, Judges 14:1-20, Judges 15:1-20, Judges 16:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Prepared

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 2, 2020

What must we do to be prepared for Christ’s Coming? Let’s learn how to prepare in the Parable of the Ten Virgins in Matthew 25:1-13.

What must we do to be prepared for Christ’s Coming? Let’s learn how to prepare in the Parable of the Ten Virgins in Matthew 25:1-13. Matthew 25:1-2 “Then the kingdom of heaven shall be likened to ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. Now five of them were wise, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

What Would You Do?

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Nov 7, 2020

About service to mankind and to our God.

** NOVEMBER 11 IS VETERANS DAY. I want to share a special story. ILLUSTRATION: As the SS Dorchester move among the heavy seas of the North Atlanta they were they were with the men that they were charged with giving spiritual care. Down in the belly of the ship were four U.S. Army chaplains ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Spiritual Leadership In The Home Series

Contributed by Vince Miller on Dec 30, 2018

Spiritual leadership in the home is one of our primary environments of leadership and by far the most challenging. It's often a hard topic for men to even talk about.

"There is no such thing as a self-made spiritual leader. A true leader influences others spiritually only because the Spirit works in and through him to a greater degree than in those he leads." J. Oswald Sanders "Likewise, husbands, live with your wives in an understanding way, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:7

Denomination: Baptist

Transformation Through Renewing The Mind

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Sep 26, 2020

When our mind is renewed through prayer and the word of God, our heart will be transformed towards doing the will of God.

TRANSFORMATION THROUGH RENEWING THE MIND Study Text: Romans 12: 1-2 Introduction: -. Releasing your body to do the will of God and to please Him only is the most reasonable service. -. This is because it is both acceptable to God and rewardable by Him. -. To do this effectively, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Family + Series "fatherhood" Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Nov 8, 2019

This three part series deals with the basics of family dynamics from God's perspective. When we do things God's way we get God results! This is the first message on Fatherhood! *WARNING! THIS IS NOT A POLITICALLY CORRECT SERMON (*Statement based on western culture)

I. I. THE FATHERHOOD OF GOD God is referred to as Father about 15 times in the OT and over 200 times in the NT (Baker’s Evangelical Dictionary of Biblical Theology) A. That’s the Power of Calvary 1. Calvary made our spiritual Family possible! B. The Gentiles became the “+” part of the family of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:28, Galatians 4:4-7, Romans 11:22-25, 1 Corinthians 11:3, 1 Peter 3:1, Ephesians 5:21-24, Ephesians 5:25, Colossians 3:19, 1 Peter 3:5-7, 1 Timothy 5:8, 1 Corinthians 13:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Is There A Lesson In The Leftovers From The Five Thousand That Jesus Fed?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jun 19, 2023

Undoubtedly many have heard this passage of Scripture before. Hopefully, many have read this story of where Jesus feeds the multitude, the five thousand.

What a miracle to perform. I cannot imagine trying to feed that many people. No doubt there are quite a few mothers out there that would find that a daunting task. Can you see five thousand people coming through your door, walking to the dining room, either trying to find a place to sit or going ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Fountain Of Tears

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 6, 2023

This was the prayer and life of the prophet looking at Israelites’ wilful disobedience and the approaching God’s judgement.

Oh, that my head were waters, And my eyes a fountain of tears, That I might weep day and night For the slain of the daughter of my people! Jeremiah 9:1 This was the prayer and life of the prophet looking at Israelites’ wilful disobedience and the approaching God’s judgement. Jeremiah found himself ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 9:1