Sermons on Facing Criticism:

No More Goodbyes

Contributed by Darryl Ward on Dec 5, 2012

Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem when he knew he was facing certain death.

One family event I will never forget is my father’s 73rd birthday. My mother, my brother, his family and I gathered round Dad, sang happy birthday and gave him a cake to cut. We did our best to make it a happy occasion for him, and I think we succeeded. Given the circumstances though, none of us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

Falling Towers Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 2, 2013

Everyone must face the problem of evil; Jesus tells us to be faithful to our call.

3rd Sunday of Lent 2013 Despite the fact that nobody but academic researchers remember it, November of 1641 was one of the most important months in history. In that month, just before the English Civil War broke out, the first issue of what would be called a “newspaper” appeared in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Catholic

To Meet The Big Boss

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 30, 2013

A person passionate and burning to see His Face would throw away everything for the experience!

Holy of Holies! Exodus 28:35”Aaron must wear it when he ministers. The sound of the bells will be heard when he enters the Holy Place before the LORD and when he comes out, so that he will not die.” Aaron the High Priest had to wear a robe that had tassels of a golden bell and a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 28:33-35, Exodus 28:36

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Bewitched" Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Sep 5, 2013

The bewitched believers in Galatia faced the danger of falling from the teaching of grace into the trap of legalism.

INTRODUCTION How many of you remember the sit-com “Bewitched” from the 1960s? When it debuted, ABC was a distant third to NBC and CBS, but the popularity of shows like the “Jetsons” and “Bewitched” moved ABC up to the same level to make the “big three ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Learning To Let Go" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 14, 2016

This is one of ten messages on the GIANTS all of us face in life. This giant is called grief.

FACING YOUR GIANTS “Learning to Let Go” John 11: 17-44 The Bible records 34 miracles performed by Jesus. He changed water to wine, he healed the deaf… • made the blind to see • the crippled could walk • those with leprosy were made whole • He fed the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-44

Denomination: Baptist

Drop The Stones

Contributed by Michael Adams on Nov 22, 2018

A message on people in the church trying to put on the Pharisee's face and call others out on their sin.

Drop the Stones John 8:1-11 1. Jesus went unto the mount of Olives. 2 And early in the morning he came again into the temple, and all the people came unto him; and he sat down, and taught them. 3 And the scribes and Pharisees brought unto him a woman taken in adultery; ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Resisting Temptation

Contributed by Carl George on Mar 21, 2022

Sermon on Joseph becoming the man who God meant for him to be in the face of adversity and temptation.

This past week I had the pleasure of doing a funeral. Pleasure and funeral are not two words that you hear in the same sentence. The reason it was a pleasure is because of the remarkable legacy of faith that the man left. I never met him but I was amazed by the impactful testimony that a disabled ...read more

The Deadly Progression Of Sin Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 3, 2022

Based on James 1:12-18 - Challenges hearers to stand strong in the face of temptation.

“THE DEADLY PROGRESSION OF SIN” James 1:12-15 FBCF – 10/2/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – Video – All of us feel that way sometimes. Find ourselves constantly being rocked w/ temptations from every direction. Let’s talk about that today. EXPLANATION – James 1:12-18 Sometimes we feel that we need to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

John Envisions The Saints Living And And Reigning

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Nov 7, 2024

What power do saints have? What risks do they face? Find out.

11.10.24 Revelation 20:4–6 4 Then I saw thrones, and those who were sitting on them were given the authority to judge. And I saw the souls of those who had been beheaded because of their testimony about Jesus and because of the word of God. They had not worshipped the beast and his image, and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:4-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Letter To The Church In Smyrna

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Sep 7, 2021

Jesus recognizes the Smyrna church as rich in faith, though they are poor in materials and face tribulations

Who is addressing the church? The First and the Last, who was dead, and came to life (2:8; Isa. 48:12). As the First, He made all things. As the Last, He will judge all things. Their Deeds/works: “I know your works, tribulation, and poverty (but you are rich); and I know the blasphemy of those ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11, John 16:33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living Victoriously In 2025

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Jan 3, 2025

How can we remain strong, steadfast, and victorious in facing any situation this year?

While billions of people are celebrating the New Year 2025, some families are experiencing great sadness because they have lost their loved ones due to crimes committed by evil people, such as the New Orleans truck attack. These families hoped the new year would bring them success and happiness. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:6, Matthew 24:42, Colossians 4:2, Mark 14:38, 1 Peter 5:8, 1 Peter 5:7, Romans 8:38-39, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Matthew 6:27, Matthew 6:34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tribes, Trials, Trust Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Aug 12, 2024

In this sermon, we consider James' opening remarks to believers as they face trials and persecution.

How do you respond when your rights as a citizen or resident of the United States collides with the life that God has called you to live as a follower of Christ? Can there be a conflict? This week, one of the the guys who came through for training was a man named Stephen. Story: malfunctioning ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-8, 1 Corinthians 15:58, Acts 8:1, 1 Corinthians 15:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

Beware Of Deception: Exposing The Lie Of The Prosperity Gospel

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on May 21, 2025

This sermon warns the danger of the Prosperity Gospel as one of the greatest dangers the church is facing today.

One of the greatest spiritual dangers facing the church today is not persecution from the outside, but deception from within. Jesus Himself warned that many would come in His name and deceive many. Today, we confront one of the most widespread and dangerous forms of this deception: the Prosperity ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:4-5, Matthew 24:11, Matthew 24:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Searching For The Lord Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Sep 27, 2023

To seek the Lord is to seek His presence. “Presence” is a common translation of the Hebrew word “face.”

*OASIS WORD DIGEST* September, 27, 2023 Columnist: Rudolf E. Y. Mensah ©Oasis WordBank Topic: Searching For The Lord *Bible Passage:* Seek the LORD and His strength; seek His face continually." - 1 Chronicles 16:11. *OASIS WORD FOR TODAY* Two different Hebrew words are used to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:11, Acts 1:8

Denomination: Charismatic

The Soul Of Our Nation: A Battle SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 7, 2023

The biggest battle we, as Americans, are facing today is the battle for the very soul of our nation.

On Memorial Day, we take a moment to remember those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. It is a time to reflect on the importance of remembrance and the cost of our liberties. Today, I want to talk about the battle we are facing as Americans - the battle for the soul of our nation. In the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Topics: Memorial Day, National Soul