Sermons on Factual Verses Theological:

I Will Rejoice Series

Contributed by Larry Grant on Jul 3, 2025

Habakkuk had reason to be afraid, but he ends his prophecy with a prayer of praise instead! The keywords of these verses are “although” and “yet”. Habakkuk is saying, “I don’t understand all that is happening, but I am going to praise Him anyhow!”

Habakkuk 3:17-19 (NKJV) “I Will Rejoice” July 6, 2025 Intro: The book of Habakkuk was written against a backdrop of apostasy, judgment and unbelievable hardship. It was written during a time when Jehoiakim, the king of Judah, led the people back into idolatry and away from the Lord. As a result, ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

Warning Against The Perils Of Wealth And Greed Series

Contributed by Adam Laible on May 17, 2023

James 5:1. In this verse, James offers us a stern warning about the dangers of wealth and the relentless pursuit of material possessions. It is a timeless message that resonates with us even in the present day, as we navigate a world consumed by greed and materialism.

I. The Corrosive Nature of Wealth (James 5:1-3) James begins by addressing those who are rich, cautioning them against the potential pitfalls that come with material abundance. He reminds them that wealth can have a corrosive effect on the human soul, leading to arrogance, selfishness, and a ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-3, James 5:4-6, James 5:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Purpose For Us

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Feb 20, 2022

These verses show that God's purpose is to provide good for those who love Him and are the called. So what does it mean: "called according to His purpose"? I think the context of this statement provides the answer.

Alba 2-20-2022 GOD'S PURPOSE FOR US Romans 8:26-30 Purpose, it is important in life isn't it. You find it everywhere. There is even a website called onpurpose.org. Its founder and CEO, Tom Tippin made the following statement: “We believe in putting purpose before profit. We're a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Pray? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 27, 2021

David, the former king of Israel, writes a poem of praise to God. He tells us in verses one through four that God is worthy of our trust and He is worthy of our praise. David praises God for hearing our prayers.

Americans are on edge. Our stock market has taken a tremendous beating over the past two weeks. The Dow Jones Industrial average plunged 513 points on Thursday and gyrated violently on Friday. The recent debt ceiling negotiation of this past Tuesday has caused Standard & Poor to lower the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Triumph In Tragedy Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jan 1, 2023

In Psalm 22:1-21 the Psalm speaks of suffering and agony and points to the greatest suffering of all, that of Jesus Christ dying on the cross. The Psalm then takes a dramatic change. In verses 22-31 Psalm 22 turns from tragedy to triumph.

In 1898 one of the greatest preachers of America was about to quit the ministry. Why? His name was George Truett. He was pastor of Frist Baptist Church Dallas. One of the church members, Captain J. C. Arnold invited him to go hunting. Truett’s gun went off hitting Arnold in the leg with birdshot. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:22-31

Denomination: Baptist

Instructions For Ministry (Matthew 10:5-42)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 10, 2025

In these verses, Matthew describes the responsibilities given to the apostles by the Lord Jesus. He anointed them with special powers and abilities to show people the power of God but also warned Mark 13;9-13of coming persecution for the cause of the Gospel.

The Lord Jesus gave the apostles specific responsibilities and gifts to minister to the lost sheep of the house of Israel. His role as the Promised Messiah would be to not deliver the nation from the bondage of Rome, but to free them and all people from a far worse bondage, that of sin and it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:5-15, Mark 6:7-13, Mark 13:9-13, Luke 9:1-6, Luke 21:12-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Model The Faith Of A Former Leper

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Oct 4, 2025

In these verses we have an example of an unnamed person that models "great faith" for us. May God the Holy Spirit work great faith in us through the Gospel Lesson for this Sunday from Luke 17:11-19.

Canton, Ohio. Cleveland, Ohio. Cooperstown, Pennsylvania. Eveleth, Minnesota. What do those four cities have in common? They all have a “Hall of Fame” located in them. Canton, Ohio is the home of the Football Hall of Fame. You will find the Rock-N-Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland. Baseball ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Two Kinds Of Wisdom (Part 1)

Contributed by Tony Miano on May 21, 2001

We’re going to take a close look at these two kinds of wisdom. In the process, we will see James describe wisdom that is tried (vv. 13), wisdom that is treacherous (vv. 14-16), and wisdom that is true (vv. 17-18). This morning we’re going to study verses 13-16.

Two Kinds of Wisdom (Part 1) James 3:13-16 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church May 13, 2001 Introduction: We find the following story in the Old Testament book of 1 Kings. King David, probably the greatest king who ever lived on the earth, had just died. His son, ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-16

Denomination: *other

Peculiar People Day Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 17, 2016

The KJV uses the word "peculiar" 7 times - but it didn't mean "odd" or "bizarre" - it meant a treasured "possession". But what does that mean to us and how should that effect our daily lives as Christians?

(I opened by reading Titus 2:11-14 from the KJV) OPEN: Last Sunday (January 10th) was “Peculiar People Day”. Nobody knows who came up with the idea of making that a special day (somebody thinks it might have been the greeting card companies) but the whole idea of this Peculiar People ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Certainty Of Faith

Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Sep 16, 2002

Romans 8:28 runs a close second to John 3:16 as one of the best know and loved verses in the Bible. It comes to the heart of every Christian when facing a time of crisis, difficulty or trial. It comes to the mind of the Christian when circumstances are

The Certainty of Faith Romans 8:28 runs a close second to John 3:16 as one of the best know and loved verses in the Bible. It comes to the heart of every Christian when facing a time of crisis, difficulty or trial. It comes to the mind of the Christian when circumstances are too difficult to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

Teach Your Children Well Series

Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Feb 23, 2003

Ephesians Series #14 Scripture says Train up a Child in the way He should go and he will not depart from it...An aircraft carrier teachs us the lesson from this verse...to assure us that our children will soar.

A Walk that is Worthy Part 14 “Teach your children well” Text: Eph 6:1-4 Intro: This morning we are going to continue on with our series in Ephesians entitled a “A Walk That Is Worthy.” This morning I would like to bring you a message entitled “Teach Your Children Well!” Illus: A family in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Salt: The Maintainer Of Health

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Mar 3, 2003

Since verses 13-16, discloses how we are to Function in a world that hates us, I thought it would be helpful if we would look at One of the Functions of Salt as the Maintainer of Health. One of the primary functions of Salt is to Maintain Health, to keep

In Verses 13-16, Jesus reveals Our Function in a world that hates us, even Our Relationship to a world that has gone mad. In summing up the Attitude of Kingdom Citizens, the Lord now turns to those 12 young, eager, enthusiastic disciples who were nearest to Him on the mountain; and He says to them ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Baptist

The 8 Labors Of The Apostle Paul

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 30, 2004

Just like Hercules, the Apostle Paul was given a commission by his King to labor for the people and to serve Him. Verse 25 tells us that God commissioned Paul to serve Him and to labor for the Gospel. These labors of Paul were not for fame or fortune, b

THE 8 LABORS OF THE APOSTLE PAUL COLOSSIANS 1:24-2:5 INTRODUCTION... (http://www.perseus.tufts.edu/Hercules/labors.html) There is a famous story that you perhaps read in high school or college about the Greek hero Hercules. The goddess Hera, determined to make trouble for Hercules, made him lose ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Resurrection

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Apr 6, 2005

It has been said that this is truly the great resurrection chapter of the entire Bible. The first eleven verses present the Gospel message and the evidence for its truthfulness. Paul gives three proofs to his readers that Jesus Christ has indeed been rais

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: As Vice President, George Bush represented the U.S. at the funeral of former Soviet leader Leonid Brezhnev, he was deeply moved by a silent protest carried out by Brezhnev’s widow. She stood motionless by the coffin until seconds before it was closed. Then, just as the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Generosity & Holding Back Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 14, 2004

These verses are an encouragement to see how a Church can behave together when its members are committed to one another as fellow members of the body of Christ and to be generous with our possessions. But they’re also a warning not to hold back what we’ve

We’ve seen a fascinating thing in Australian politics in the past few weeks. John Howard has gone from being the man of steel to being more like a quick change artist. Suddenly he’s on the back foot trying to maintain his popularity against the threat of Mark Latham. And what was the issue that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37, Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Anglican