Sermons on Exile:

Trial By Food

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Feb 6, 2012

These four young Jewish men were given an opportunity to remain unique or go with the flow. And God used them mightily because they remained true to their principles.

Passage: Daniel 1:1-21 Intro: Every people, every nation, every person is faced with the same choices. 1. same choice that Adam and Eve had. 2. to listen to God and obey Him, or to listen to the liar. 3. circumstances are typically a part of that choice. 4. “what has God done for me ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Gifts Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Mark Stevens on Jan 8, 2017

The Gifts of the Holy Spirit are just that GIFTS, like salvation everything we receive from God is a GIFT, not earned....given as God WILLS!

I Corinthians 12:4 “Now there are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit.” “Diversities”, here, means distinction, variety, difference. Then, this is saying, there are many different gifts, but all gifts come by the same Spirit. James 1:17 “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Straw The Broke The Camel's Back Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 7, 2016

By focussing on king Manasseh we realise that there comes a point when God says enough is enough, but that does not mean we are beyond God's grace.

You can listen to the full message here:- http://www.nec.org.au/listen-to-a-sermon-series/kings-series/ Message 2 Kings 21:1-18 “The Straw That Broke The Camel’s Back” Picture Focus on the idea of comparing ourselves to others. We feel that others are close in God’s view. While we can feel like a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 21:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Baruch Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 18, 2022

Baruch is believed to be a priest and a prophet and one of the descendants of Rahab.

Baruch • (The Book of Baruch (1 Baruch) is one of the additions to the Book of Jeremiah in the Septuagint. • 2 Baruch (Syriac Apocalypse of Baruch) describes the Babylonian capture of Jerusalem, written to encourage Jews after the destruction of the second Temple. • (biblical) Any of several Old ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Uncommon Power That God Provides. 1st Peter 2:11-12

Contributed by David Cramer on May 12, 2025

A message about the power that God provides in our lives as we go through daily living.

Good Morning. Grab your bible and say this with me This is my Bible I am what is says I am I have what it says I have Today I will be taught more of the Word of God I boldly confess My Mind is alert My heart is receptive. I will never be the same. I am about to receive the incorruptible, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Behind The Scenes Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 18, 2025

Esther tells the story of God working behind the scenes to raise a Jewish girl to be queen in ancient Persia.

INTRODUCTION OPENING SLIDE • Today we begin a new four-week series from the book of Esther. • This four-week series explores the story of Esther. Through understanding the book’s backstory and context, we can see that Esther is not a fairy tale but an understanding of how God can work behind the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-3, Esther 2:5-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Nemesis, The Power, And The Obedient Series

Contributed by David Wilson on Jan 22, 2004

This study is taken from our ongoing series of "Fabulous Friday Morning Bible Studies" and describes the transformation of Saul from a coat watcher to the Arch-nemesis of the church, the problem of Simon the Sorceror during the Samaritan Revival, and Phil

Acts 8 Verse 1-3 “THE ARCH-NEMESIS OF THE CHURCH Dr. Luke wants to make certain that the reader is aware of Saul’s presence and attitude regarding the mob execution of Stephen. Some have assumed that Luke is declaring that Saul had an actual vote in the Sanhedrin, but I really doubt that this ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-40

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Your Hopes Up

Contributed by T. Michael Crews on Nov 19, 2007

Exposition of Ezekiel 37:1-14

Getting Your Hopes Up Ezekiel 37:1-14 This morning I want to talk to you about the Christian virtue of hope. But before I do, I want to warn you that it’s easy to think about, talk about or sing about hope and still miss its reality. Hank Williams is a name synonymous with country music. In his ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Like Ezekiel, We Are Also Called

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Jul 21, 2006

We are called to give God the best of our talents, a fair amount of time and a tenth or more of our gross income. Have we turned our backs on God? Will we get to mourn our misfortune along the banks of a foreign river?

July 23 2006 --- 7th Sunday after Pentecost ---- Ezekiel 2:1-5 Grace Mercy and peace from God the Father and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The prophet Ezekiel is the type of man that I enjoy reading about. He lived during a time of international upheaval. The balance of power in the area ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 2:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

"Danger Of Prosperity Being Placed Before God.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Sep 22, 2001

Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost September 30, 2001 Year C Amos 6 : 1a, 4-7 Title: “Danger of prosperity being placed before God.”

Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost September 30, 2001 Year C Amos 6 : 1a, 4-7 Title: “Danger of prosperity being placed before God.” Amos is prophesying in the northern kingdom, whose capital is Samaria, shortly before its fall to the Assyrians. Many Israelites, certainly the prominent ...read more

Scripture: Amos 6:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Prepare The Way Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Feb 7, 2016

Though none can see it, God is working behind the scenes and through the course of history to prepare the way for the coming of the Messiah, setting the earthly stage for the entry of His only begotten Son into the world.

Preparing the Way Isaiah 40:3-5, 9-11 When God called the Jewish people, he gave them everything necessary to follow Him and for salvation, principally, the Law. When they entered the Holy Land, God warned the Jewish people not to intermarry with the Gentile and to always keep God first. They did ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:3-11

Denomination: Methodist

The Danger Of Compromise Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 2, 2018

See Ezra's prayer of confession. We acknowledge God's righteousness, submit to His judgement and agree with God concerning His view of sin. We trust in God's forgiving grace.

Ezra 8 – Return to Jerusalem (from Babylon). Ezra returned with 4000 to 5000 people. Initially there weren’t any Levites among them and Ezra made an extra effort to gather them • He knew that he would need the Levites if he is going to teach the Law of God to the people. Ezra managed to get 258 ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 9:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Peace Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Dec 6, 2018

God brings peace in the midst of adversity

Peace Micah 5:2-6 How does God bring peace to us in the midst of adversity? 1. He reminds us of His divine nature. v. 2 He is eternal. He is omniscient. He is sovereign. God allows, even orchestrates every circumstance in your life . He is merciful. As we begin to ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

1st Sunday After Christmas, Year A. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 19, 2022

JANUARY 1st, 2023.

Isaiah 63:7-9, Psalm 148:1-14, Hebrews 2:10-18, Matthew 2:13-23. A). IN ALL OUR AFFLICTIONS HE IS AFFLICTED. Isaiah 63:7-9. When we pray for the Lord’s people today, we should remember past mercies - mercies which are ‘new every morning’ (Lamentations 3:22-23). Similarly, as we look at ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 63:7-9, Psalm 148:1-14, Hebrews 2:10-18, Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming Obstacles (Part 2) Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 16, 2014

In this sermon, we see how God worked through the prophets to get the building of the temple resumed and we see how God is always with us providing what is needed along the way.

Introduction: A. How many of you have seen the “Keep Calm and Carry On” Posters? 1. “Keep Calm and Carry On”- this slogan, printed on a colored background and topped with a royal crown, has cropped up everywhere. a. It is emblazoned on everything from totes and T-shirts to ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ