Sermons on Factions:

Living With Deception

Contributed by Maria Saunders on Oct 8, 2015

It is vitally important that we understand the enemy of God wants you to drift away from God. So put on your spiritual armor and receive what God has for you today.

“ Living With Deception” Allow me first to say that today’s message, “Living With Deception”, is a message that requires further study of God’s Word. It is vitally important that we understand the enemy will cause you (while listening to the sermon) to become ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Discover Baptism Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 16, 2011

John set the stage for Christ but he also provided a model for what would become a sacrament in the church, Baptism

John the Baptiser This is how it all began! For thirty years Jesus had lived a life of obscurity as the son of Joseph the carpenter. He had been like all the other boys, had grown into a man and took over his father’s business. And now his ministry was about to begin in earnest. But it ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Circle Maker 1: The Legend Of The Circle Maker Series

Contributed by Mark Batterson on Nov 15, 2011

A sermon about the power of prayer illustrated by a man drawing circles in the sand in faith.

Introduction It was the first century BC and a devastating drought threatened to destroy a generation, the generation before Jesus. The last of the Jewish prophets had died off nearly four centuries before. Miracles were such a distant memory that they seemed like a false memory. And God was ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fruit Of A Spirit Controlled Life Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 7, 2018

Message 14 in our Galatians series exploring the fruit of the spirit in Galatians 5.

Chico Alliance Church “Fruit of a spirit controlled Life” "You did not choose Me, but I chose you, and appointed you, that you should go and bear fruit, and that your fruit should remain, that whatever you ask of the Father in My name, He may give to you. John 15:16 People can identify the root of ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Harmonize In The Lord Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 1, 2018

Message 23 from Philippians. This message covers Paul's admonition to live in harmony.

“Harmonize in the Lord” We in the section of Paul’s letter to the Philippians where he instructs them in some specific actions or behaviors that facilitate joy no matter what. 1. ADOPT THE RIGHT AXIS – A Passion to praise Christ 1 Exalting Christ in everything is a foundation for joy. 2. MAINTAIN ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-3, Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

New Creatures New Lifestyle Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 23, 2018

Message 18 in our exposition of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians. This message reminds us of how our behavior as new creatures in Christ should reflect our new heritage.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “New Creatures” 1 Corinthians 6:9-11 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 A. Reproof for a divided church 1-4 B. Reproof for a defiled church 5 C. Reproof for a defeated church 6 1. Defeated by lawsuits before unbelievers 1-8 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:9-11, 2 Peter 1:1-5

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Titus The Trouble Shooter Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 5, 2021

No where do we find the Apostle Paul so troubled and restless that he cannot stand still and preach the Gospel. He had to hear from Titus, and until he did he could not concentrate on his ministry. This is the only record we have of Paul failing to go through an open door.

Somebody has to do the dirty work in life, and so all leaders need men who are trouble shooters. George Washington needed one when Benedict Arnold betrayed the colonies and escaped to the British forces. Washington was angry and was determined to get him back. He choose Sargent Major John Champe ...read more

The Green-Eyed Monster Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 26, 2021

God has made us with the ability to feel the emotions of jealousy and envy to enrich our lives, but those emotions can easily lead us into sin. We can counteract jealousy and envy by cultivating gratitude.

A. My friend Dan Williams tells the story about a mission trip to Central American that he was on several years ago. 1. He found himself on a bus with other Americans who were also visiting that part of the world. a. On these kinds of trips, you are often thrown together with fellow travelers, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-8, Hebrews 13:5, Proverbs 14:30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sermon On The Mount (Part 21) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Feb 17, 2020

Today, as we look at Matthew 7:15-20, we see Jesus warning us to look out for false prophets and teachers. He tells us we will know them by the fruit they produce.

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT (part 21) Matthew 7:15-20 1) Watch out! Matt. 7:15-20, “Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves. By their fruit you will recognize them. Do people pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from thistles? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20, Romans 16:17-18, Acts 20:28-31, Galatians 1:6-10, Luke 3:8-14, John 15:1-6, Psalm 1:1-3, Psalm 92:12-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fanning The Flames

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Feb 12, 2023

In the face of great heresy Paul knew Timothy was tiring out so despite his own bleak circumstances Paul wrote the words of encouragement that his son desperately needed to hear to fan the flames of his dedication to the Lord!

Fanning into the Flame 2 Timothy 1 :1-7 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 From the dark, dreary, cold underground chamber in Rome’s Mamertine prison apostle Paul puts to pen what would be his very last communication with the outside world. Though he had been in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Josiah Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 22, 2022

When he became king, Josiah was eight years old, and he reigned for 37 years. Josiah was the last king before the exile. He destroyed all pagan idols and altars and insisted his people worship the one God.

Josiah When he became king, Josiah was eight years old, and he reigned for 37 years. Josiah was the last king before the exile. He destroyed all pagan idols and altars and insisted his people worship the one God. Josiah was the 16th king of Judah. According to the Hebrew Bible, he instituted major ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 22:2

Denomination: Baptist

Born Again Christian Part 4 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 29, 2019

This is the final message of my Boarn Again Christian Series. This message focuses on the fruit of the Spirit.

Born Again Christian Part 4 Scriptures: 1 Thessalonians 2:13; Isaiah 55:11; Galatians 5:19-24 This morning as I close out this series titled Born Again Christian, I want you to know that God’s Word does not change if we choose not to believe it! His Word will empower and act in the lives of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:13, Galatians 5:19-24, Isaiah 55:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do You Think You Are Too Bad To Be Forgiven?

Contributed by Pastor Butch Woolsey on Jun 3, 2021

IF WE ASK FOR FORGIVENSS GOD WILL FORGIVE

Do you think you are too bad to be forgiven? I want to talk about hate forgiveness this morning. We live in a world that is totally turned upside down. Right is wrong, wrong is right. We are no longer innocent till proving guilt, we are guilty to we our proven innocent. So our minds all twisted in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-17, James 2:24-26

Ministry With The Mind Of Christ-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 6, 2026

3 of 9. The apostle Paul counseled the Philippian church to minister empowered with the mind of Christ Jesus. God’s people are to minister with the mind of Christ Jesus. But How do God’s people minister with the mind of Christ Jesus? Christmas/New Year/MINISTRY with the mind of Christ...

Christmas/New Year/MINISTRY: With The MIND Of CHRIST-III —Philippians 2:1-18[part-3--2:2b-4 of 2:1-4] Attention: Unanticipated Cure: The owner of a drug store walks in to find a guy leaning heavily against a wall. The owner asks the clerk, “What's with that guy over there by the wall?” The ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4, Philippians 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Pursuit Of Peace Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Jan 20, 2026

There are a variety of ways through which peace pursues, but the peace that Jesus provides surpasses them all.

What is peace? Peace is something that we often long for in a variety of areas of our lives - interpersonal, political, financial, academic, even internal, and spiritual peace. Peace in all of these things is achieved through a variety means, but many of those means seem to contradict one another. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Baptist