Sermons on Faculties:

Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People? Series

Contributed by Chris Mcmillan on Jul 28, 2014

It is inevitable in life that tragedies and pain will occur. However, if God is good why does He allow these bad things to happen to good people?

Introduction: Many years ago, two prominent movie stars died in separate alcohol-related accidents. William Holden died in a drunken fall, hitting his head on a table; Natalie Wood drowned when she fell into the ocean from her yacht. A friend who was close to both of them, actress Stephanie ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The First Social Network - The Church

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Sep 7, 2014

A sermon that describes the importance of church attendance and the need that it meets for community in our lives.

"The First Social Network" Hebrews 10:25 Introduction: Recently I read some research about trends in church attendance in America today and one point that was made in the article seemed very contradictory. This one point has huge implications for the church going forward and unless the trend is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25

Denomination: Baptist

Fruit Of The Spirit - Meekness (2-4 Lessons) Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Sep 15, 2014

No. 8 in series on the Fruit of the Spirit, on Meekness.

Fruit of the Spirit—Meekness (2-4 Lessons) Series: Fruit of the Spirit Teaching Series Chuck Sligh Aug. 16, 23, Sept. 7, 14 2014 TEXT: Galatians 5:22-23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23 MEEKNESS, temperance: ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Life Controlled By Love Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 20, 2014

How can we as Christians be sure that our motives are right? We can be certain of our motives if we are, because of our love for Him, living life for God by the power of Christ's death and resurrection.

2 CORINTHIANS 5: 11-16 [GAINING PERSPECTIVE] LIFE CONTROLLED BY LOVE [Romans 6] [Lost] people were wrongly judging the motives of Paul and accusing him of misleading people. Thus Paul wished to clarify his motives so that men would be willing to open themselves up to his message. How do ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

How Do I Fit In? Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Oct 20, 2014

As with most large families, we who are in Christ's family sometimes wonder where we fit in.

“Getting A Clue: how Do I Fit In?” 1 Cor. 12:1-31; 1 John 4:7-12 As a college freshman I was invited to pledge a fraternity. Feeling honored and excited I agreed to do so. I knew most of the fraternity members and most of the pledges and was friends with many of them. But a few weeks ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Shining Face Of God (Harvest Festival Service)

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Oct 2, 2016

The Shining Face of God (Harvest Festival Service) – Psalm 67 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: • The world needs light (vs 1-2). • The world needs Joy (vs 3-4). • The world needs life (vs 5-7) SERMON BODY: Ill: • In Gloucester, England, • There is an old-fashioned garden and orchard, • In one corner of which is a little tombstone. On it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 67:1-7

Denomination: Brethren

An Elitist Mentality Part 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 17, 2016

Part three of this series focuses on the story of the Good Samaritan and the lawyer's reaction to the story that Jesus told in response to his question.

An Elitist Mentality Part 3 Scripture: Luke 10:25-37 In September I stood before you and shared with you part two of my series titled “An Elitist Mentality.” This morning I want to conclude this series by showing you an extremely clear example of how this mentality can show up in a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Enlightened Heart

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 23, 2018

In Eph. 1:18 Paul prays that their hearts would be enlightened. To enlighten means to make clear or inform. The Greek word Paul uses means to shine; to illuminate. Paul wants their hearts to illuminate and shine with the things he goes on to describe.

THE ENLIGHTENED HEART Eph. 1:15-21 In our passage today Paul prays that their hearts would be enlightened. To enlighten means to explain or make clear. It can also mean to tell or inform. Our hearts can be enlightened by being told something new as well as having something we know to be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-21, 2 Peter 1:2-3, Ephesians 3:16-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lesson 6: The Manner Of His Life Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 25, 2018

In these verses Paul insists on the moral consistency of the individual’s life and conduct.

6/6/18 Tom Lowe Lesson 6: THE MANNER OF HIS LIFE (1Th 2:9-12) Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:9-12 (NIV) 9 Surely you remember, brothers and sisters, our toil and hardship; we worked night and day in order not to be a burden to anyone while we preached the gospel of God to you. 10 You are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

(Section 4) The Perfect Man And Speech Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 26, 2018

Discussion of Teachers in Chapter 3. The Tongue is dangerous

THE PERFECT MAN AND SPEECH I. Introduction: A. In Bible times, men were allowed to meet in assemblies and discuss--debate issues. Men were free to discuss whatever was on their mind. This method was often used by Jesus, Paul and others to spread the Gospel. It gave men a sense of ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Don't Make A Grave Mistake

Contributed by Howard Gwartney on Mar 30, 2018

Resurrection Sunday message

DON’T MAKE A GRAVE MISTAKE Matthew 27:62 – 28:1-15 NKJV Matthew 27:62 On the next day, which followed the Day of Preparation, the chief priests and Pharisees gathered together to Pilate, 63 saying, “Sir, we remember, while He was still alive, how that deceiver said, ‘After three days I will ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Hinge Of Resurrection-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 13, 2018

2 of 3. Christian faith hangs upon Jesus’ Resurrection. But How or Why? Christian faith Hangs upon The Resurrection...

The HINGE Of RESURRECTION-II Attention: When I was an older teenager I can remember our family visiting uncle Wolfe & aunt Peggy who lived in a subdivision in the suburbs of Atlanta. FYI—Our family always had a grand time when Momma’s side got together, & there was NEVER any hint of alcohol or ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Governance-&-Marriage-1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 2, 2017

1 of 6. Peter pressed & confirmed the crucial role of Christian governance regarding Christian marriage. But how is Christian governance addressed in our marital obligations? Christian governance in MARRIAGE addresses...

‘For The LORD’S SAKE’—1Peter 2:13—3:12 A. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Government—1Peter 2:13-17 B. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Work—1Peter 2:18-25 C. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Marriage—1Peter 3:1-7 D. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Church—1Peter 3:8-12 So far in our study of 1Peter we have examined the fact that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Think Before You Speak Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 23, 2012

We have the glorious privilege to choose our words. This privilege is one of the main reasons we are to gain wisdom. The righteous speak wise words. Thus they are fitting or appropriate & give life to people & situations.

PROVERBS 10: 11-14, 18-21, 31-32 THINK BEFORE YOU SPEAK These verses address the subject of talking. Speech is one of the most distinguishing gifts of man. The faculty of speech offers immense influence either for good or evil. It is the principle channel by which we will affect people and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

Fighting To Keep The Faith

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

You have to remember that there will be a lot of battles in the earthly realm before you get to Heaven.

1 Timothy 6:12 KJV Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses. 2 Timothy 4:7-8 KJV I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: [8] Henceforth there is laid ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:12

Denomination: Pentecostal