Sermons on Earthly Rulers:

The Great Communicator

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Aug 26, 2012

Tonight we are going to look and see the Word teaching the Word, so that not only would people hear the Word, but they would apply the Word. But before people can do that they must understand the Word, so we are going to hear from the great communicator.

We first looked at in John that Jesus was Word and Word was with God and the Word was God. To reveal to us that now the Word is not only spoken but the Word is seen…In the flesh, He dwelt among us. Then we looked in John and found out that Jesus turned water into wine, so not only would He ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-36

Denomination: Baptist

The Righteous Brach Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Apr 24, 2022

The Old Testament prophets used the imagery of a stump as a prophetic promise. Jesus Christ is Lord our Righteousness and he came to save sinners. Jesus takes our punishment and becomes the LORD Our Righteousness, (‘Jehovah-tsidkenu).

What do you think of when you see a tree stump? Well, for one thing you probably think that tree has seen better days. The glory days for that tree that is now just a stump lie in the past not the future. You would probably not look at that stump and think that great and wonderful days of fruitful ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Trusting God In Tough Times

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jan 24, 2025

Life is full of changes—seasons of joy, challenges, and uncertainty—all under God's control.

Scripture Reference: Daniel 2:21 (AMP) "It is He who changes the times and the seasons; He removes kings and establishes kings. He gives wisdom to the wise and greater knowledge to those who have understanding." Introduction • Open with reflection on how life is full of changes—seasons ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:21, Ecclesiastes 3:1, Psalm 31:15, Isaiah 43:19, Psalm 75:6-7, Daniel 4:17, Revelation 11:15, Proverbs 9:10, James 1:5, Colossians 1:9-10, Psalm 103:19, Romans 12:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

The Ascension Of The Lord- But They Doubted

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Apr 22, 2023

Involuntary doubt refers to hesitation in believing, difficulty in overcoming objections connected with the faith, or also anxiety aroused by its obscurity. If deliberately cultivated doubt can lead to spiritual blindness.

In a Roman Catholic parochial school, a young student learned that Light waves travel much faster than sound waves. And he knew that we can see as far out in the universe as 46.5 billion light years away. So, when Sister Marie was teaching the Biblical story of the Ascension of Jesus to a class of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20, Ephesians 1:17-23

Denomination: Catholic

Servant Leadership Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jan 1, 2023

Understanding Servant Leadership

Matthew 20:17-28 & Luke 18:31-34 [Intro] (1) Review: The Rich young man and the laborers in the vineyard / 11th hour workers. (2) Jesus / disciples are journeying closer to Jerusalem where Jesus will be betrayed and given over to the chief priests and he will be crucified. The disciples most ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fixing Our Eyes On Jesus: The Ultimate Example Of Faith Hebrews 12:2 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 3, 2024

In Hebrews 12:2, we find an exhortation to fix our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith. In this passage, we discover the transformative power of focusing our gaze on Christ amidst life's trials and challenges.

Fixing Our Eyes on Jesus: The Ultimate Example of Faith Hebrews 12:2 Introduction: As we gather today, let us turn our attention to Hebrews 12:2, where we find an exhortation to fix our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith. In this passage, we discover the transformative power of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2, Philippians 2:5-8, 1 Peter 2:21, Colossians 2:14-15, 1 Corinthians 15:54-57, 1 Corinthians 9:24, Hebrews 12:1, Colossians 3:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Did God Will The Scattering Of His People Israel?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 21, 2026

God is good, and all He creates is good. How do we put that together with what the writer says about Him degrading the land of Israel’s two northernmost tribes?

Third Sunday Integral 2026 On my voyage through Scripture, which began many decades ago and continues daily, my mental boat sometimes runs aground on a reef of confusion. If that’s never happened to you, then you probably aren’t spending enough time reading the Bible. Get together with a good ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23, 1 Corinthians 1:10-13, 1 Corinthians 1:17, Psalm 27:1, Psalm 27:4, Psalm 27:13-14, Isaiah 9:1-4, Jeremiah 16:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

0 Little Town Of Bethlehem

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 21, 2010

Bethlehem. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

0 Little Town of Bethlehem Reading: Micah chapter 5 verse 1-4 / Matthew chapter 2 verse 1-6. “But for now, prepare for the worst, victim daughter! The siege is set against us. They humiliate Israel’s king, slapping him around like a rag doll. 2But you, Bethlehem, David’s country, the runt of ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:1-4

Denomination: Brethren

Seriously Ridiculous Thought #2 - The Richest Became The Poorest Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Jan 12, 2009

Jesus was rich. He became poor. SERIOUSLY RIDICULOUS!

TEXT: 2nd Corinthians 8:9 (also Various chapters in Psalms 24:1; 89:11) TITLE: Ridiculous thought #2 - The Richest became the Poorest! SERIES: Seriously Ridiculous TOPIC: Incarnation; Christmas, giving! OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, January 4th, 2008 PROP: Jesus gave up his riches, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Christian Worker (Col. 3:22–4:1) Series

Contributed by Greg Brown on Jan 19, 2015

Exposition of Col. 3:22–4:1

The Christian Worker “Slaves, obey your earthly masters in everything; and do it, not only when their eye is on you and to win their favor, but with sincerity of heart and reverence for the Lord. Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since you ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Destruction Of The Final False Religon That Opposes The Coming Ofchrist Series

Contributed by David Jenkins on Nov 27, 2004

The Destruction of the final false religon that opposes the coming of Messiah as the rightful heir to the throne of King David and the establishment of the Millenial reign of Messiah

Revelation 17:1-6, 15, “1 Then one of the seven angels who had the seven bowls came and talked with me, saying to me,[1] "Come, I will show you the judgment of the great harlot who sits on many waters, 2with whom the kings of the earth committed fornication, and the inhabitants of the earth ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jehovah Shammah Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Sep 20, 2020

Men have a crucial part to play in the lives of their children. Unfortunately, we have bought into the lie that we that play a minor role in raising up our own children. We need to shake off that lie and step up and own up to our responsibility as men of God.

Poppa … Pops … Pa … Dad … Daddy … Father … Sir! Our heavenly Father, like our earthly fathers, has many different names. He is our “Father” because He is “Elohim” … the One … with a capital “O” … who created us. He is our “Father” because He’s “Jehovah Jireh” … He provides everything for us. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:4, Deuteronomy 11:18-21, John 10:10, 1 John 5:8, Psalm 127:1-2, Acts 17:24-25, John 1:14, Psalm 30:5, Joshua 24:15, Luke 8:40-56  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

Closing In On The Cross Of Jesus Christ - Part 6: When Ungodly Men Judged God Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 19, 2023

When ungodly men judged God... 1. There was treachery (vs. 57, 59-61). 2. The charge was blasphemy (vs. 62-65). 3. The penalty was God's plan (vs. 66). 4. The cruelty was vicious (vs. 67-68). 5. The Lord's victory was sure to come (vs. 64).

Closing in on the Cross of Jesus Christ Part 6: When Ungodly Men Judged God The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 26:57-68 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared April 19, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Today in Matthew 26, we are getting ever closer to the cross of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Jesus and His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:57-68

Denomination: Baptist

Nic At Night Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 30, 2017

A study of the Gospel of John 3: 1 - 21

John 3: 1 - 21 Nic At Night 1 There was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. 2 This man came to Jesus by night and said to Him, “Rabbi, we know that You are a teacher come from God; for no one can do these signs that You do unless God is with him.” 3 Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Serving Through Submission Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 8, 2016

Jesus saved me through His submission so that I can serve Him through my submission

ENGAGE/TENSION This morning I’m going to preach on a section of Scripture that I don’t particularly like. And my guess is that if most of you are completely honest, you don’t like it either. That’s because it flies in the face of our natural tendencies. Submission is not a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-25

Denomination: Baptist