Sermons on Explosive:

Pressure Cooker Living

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jan 28, 2014

How do you handle the pressures of life? How can we make sure the pressure cooker of life doesn't cause us to explode?

“Faith That Works: Pressure Cooker Living” James 1:1-12 Pressure cookers are wonderful. They are manufactured to help bring food to a proper tenderness and fitness. It’s an amazing process in which the pressure inside the cooker is intense – so much so that if the cook is ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

They Might Be Giants Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 28, 2014

The flood was a historical global event of God’s judgement upon a corrupt/sinful mankind.

“They Might Be Giants” Giant Mysteries Series (From Ron Phillip’s book “Unexplained Mysteries of Heaven & Earth”) April 27, 2014 Chester’s FBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker A The global flood is a story that exists in over six hundred ancient ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Talking Book

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 20, 2017

The Bible looks like any other book in a bookstore, but it’s not. At Barnes and Noble, it’s thrown in with other books, but it’s nothing like them. The words of this Book are ALIVE! This message looks at the supernatural character of the Bible

THE TALKING BOOK Prov. 6:22 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: We live in a World of Give and Take 1. A Jewish Rabbi, named Levy, and a Catholic Priest, Father O'Malley, were best of friends for 10 years. 2. One day they were talking at Father O'Malley's house when O'Malley surprised Rabbi Levy by suddenly ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

David's Song Of Deliverance

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 7, 2016

Ps.18 is David's summary of his life and experience with the Lord. David, as the "man after God's own heart," teaches us here about faith, relationship with God, and how God is faithful to deliverer.

DAVID’S SONG OF DELIVERANCE Ps. 18:1-46 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A Sam Houston graduate was in College Station and went into a Starbucks. He struck up a conversation with the big cashier, “Hey, have you heard the newest Aggie joke?” 2. The cashier pointed to a big guy at the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:1-46

Denomination: Assembly Of God

#5 Understanding Love: Love Is Not Easily Provoked

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 9, 2016

This is part #5 in UNDERSTANDING LOVE. Love is not easily provoked, never irritated, does not fly off the handle, and it is not touchy. Real God love is deep and greatly needed.

#5 UNDERSTANDING LOVE: LOVE IS NOT EASILY PROVOKED... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com LOVE UNDERSTANDS THAT ANGER IS A CHOICE. ANGER IS AN ATTITUDE OR SPIRIT! ANGER CAN BECOME HABITUAL. Do we get hysterical and then go historical? THERE WAS AN ADD IN THE PAPER: WEDDING DRESS FOR SALE, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Will Bless The Lord At All Times

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 29, 2019

David discovered the power of praise, that it can usher you into the presence of the Lord, give you heavenly vision, lift you from your troubles, and triggers the supernatural. Praise is defined and types of praise discussed.

I WILL BLESS THE LORD AT ALL TIMES Ps. 34:1-10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A man from the city bought a farm and saw a beautiful horse on another guy’s farm. He bargained with the farmer, an old deacon, and the farmer finally sold him the horse. 2. The city man jumped on the horse and said, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Easter - Celebrating His Victory!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Apr 14, 2020

They were filled with joy! They were celebrating His resurrection! And this morning I want us to celebrate, too – to celebrate His victory over 2 terrible foes.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (TEXT: Matthew 28:1-10; John 14:1-3 A. Today is Easter Sunday, & all over the world people are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10, John 14:1-3, James 4:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

…the Good Hand Of His God Upon Him

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 9, 2021

Today in this sermon, we want to turn our attention to a very special man. His name is Ezra. He is one of those fellows you do not hear a great deal about, but yet he was a giant among men in the spiritual world.

Ezra was a priest, but he was not able to serve in the temple because the temple had been destroyed. This could be why we do not hear a lot about Ezra. He was not a temple priest. Ezra is noted for other things, such as: • He studied the Word of God. In Ezra 7:6, we read that he was, “A ready ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 7:10

Denomination: Baptist

'planning For The Future'

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 27, 2024

'Planning for the future' (selected Proverbs) - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Good heart - Proverbs chapter 11 verse 3 (2). Bad Rational - Proverbs chapter 14 verse 12 (3). Wise Advice - Proverbs chapter 15verse 22 (4). Divine Guidance - Proverbs chapter 16 verse 9 (5). Upward Profit - Proverbs chapter 21 verse 5 (6). Essential Dependence - Proverbs ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:3, Proverbs 14:12, Proverbs 15:22, Proverbs 16:9, Proverbs 21:5, Proverbs 21:31, Proverbs 27:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Resolving Differences

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 12, 2001

How to resolve vexating differences in your relationships

Resolving Differences (Acts 15:12-35) Illustration:Labour mightily for a healing spirit. Away with all discriminating names whatever that may hinder the applying of balm to heal your wounds...Discord and division become no Christian. For wolves to worry the lambs is no wonder, but for one lamb to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:12-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Not Over React To People Or Problems

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

James wrote, "Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man’s anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires." (James 1:19) Only when our mind, will and emotions are under the control of the Spirit of

How Not to Over-React We all have a tendency to over react when provoked. One day a Midwestern Lawyer became so discouraged with his productivity that he despaired of everything in life. He wrote in his diary, "I do not know if my life is worth anything to anyone. I often wonder if my life will ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Does God Demonstrate His Love To Us?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Have you ever stopped to consider how God demonstrates His love to us? Most people assume that God loves us just because He created us, but there is much more evidence. God’s love involved a supreme sacrifice in His Son, Jesus Christ. It must have grieved

1. Have you ever stopped to consider how God demonstrates His love to us? Most people assume that God loves us just because He created us, but there is much more evidence. God’s love involved a supreme sacrifice in His Son, Jesus Christ. It must have grieved God to offer His Son to be whipped, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Holy Spirit - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Don Jones on Sep 19, 2006

This message explores the power and work of the Spirit.

The Holy Spirit Gives Power I am going to send you what my Father has promised; but stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.” Luke 24:49 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

Growing Pains

Contributed by Daryl Bahn on Apr 22, 2002

The danger of growth is great. The need for growth is even greater. The love of Jesus, the Good Sheperd for his people is the greatest of all!

GROWING PAINS (Acts 6:1-9; 7:2a, 51-60) Intro: Wouldn’t it be great if our church suddenly grew by the thousands? The book of Acts demonstrates that this is possible. It also reminds us to be careful what we wish for, because growth isn’t always easy or painless. It often means we have to deal ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-9, Acts 7:51-60

Denomination: Lutheran

Are We Ready To Meet God?

Contributed by David Hirschfeld on Dec 23, 2001

A lesson on the fragility of life with reference to the attacks of September 11th. Asks how we can be better prepared to meet eternity. Includes lyrics from "Meet Me in the Stairwell."

ARE WE READY TO MEET GOD? ARE WE READY FOR ETERNITY? I. Read lyrics from popular song: Meet Me in the Stairwell You say you will never forget where you were when you heard the news, September 11, 2001. Neither will I. I was on the 110th floor in a smoke filled room with a man who called his ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ