Sermons on Fiery Ordeal:

The Equipment Safeties (Lesson 3) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Feb 18, 2021

To establish that the Christian must prepare to be fit-to-fight. Paul gives the saints at Ephesus their operations order to engage the forces of evil successfully. It outlines the enemy situation, rules of engagement, and equipment safeties (protections).

INTRODUCTION Outline. 3. The Equipment Safeties Remarks. 1. This is lesson three in this sermon-series: “Fit-to-Fight,” “The Equipment Safeties,” in “Ephesus’ Operations Order.” This lesson will deal with the saint’s equipment safeties required: for battle in their spiritual warfare, against the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20, 2 Corinthians 10:3-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Can Faith Fix Anything? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 1, 2015

Can faith fix anything? If something does NOT happen the way think it should, is because you didn't have enough faith? Consider the difference between Biblical faith and the teachings of those who would make us doubt God's faithfulness in prayer.

OPEN: It has always impressed me how many great hymns have been based upon various Scriptures. As I was thinking about our text this morning I read I John 5:4 where it says “this is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith” and I recognized an old popular hymn. Does ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:3-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Benefits Of Persecution Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on May 16, 2023

In this exposition of Jesus's 8th Beatitude ("Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake"), we explore biblical revelation as to why persecution is a blessing, more specifically, what are the benefits of persecution for God's people.

Intro We are considering the 8th Beatitude in Matthew 5:10: “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” Persecution is a major theme in Scripture. We see it in the first family; it runs all through the Old and New Testaments; and in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, 1 John 3:12, John 16:1-8, 2 Timothy 3:12, Matthew 24:9-14, Acts 14:22, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Acts 8:1-4, Mark 13:11, 1 Peter 5:10, Job 23:10, Isaiah 43:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Thank God For The Fire!

Contributed by Dwight Mcconnell on Feb 25, 2017

As believers we must learn to rejoice even while going through, trusting the Word that the fire is meant to refine you.

Here we find a particular passage of scripture that we all have at some point heard the story of the 3 hebrew boys, Shadrach, Meshach & Abednego. Again I like to reiterate that the stories of the bible are real & true not just fairytales. In this particular passage what ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:23-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sunny Side Sermon V: Christian Battle Armor - What A Shame Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 1, 2020

In our fallen world, threats toward God's People are intended to silence voices of God's Truth. Though we don't like the idea of warfare, Christian disciples must be equipped with spiritual armor to fight the good fight of faith.

CHRISTIAN BATTLE ARMOR? WHAT A SHAME! It was a crying shame that, in June of this year, a gunman opened fire on softball teams made up of congressmen in Washington! No one suspected it could happen, yet it did happen - two teams practicing to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Living In The Furnace

Contributed by Joel W. Lohr on Feb 28, 2002

When the pressures of life close in upon us, Where can we draw stregth?

Our text for today allows us to see God working in the lives of his people bringing salvation to them in the midst of the "heat" and pressures of life. And while we would all agree that this is the purpose of our faith and could draw a pretty good lesson from this fact for our lives, I don’t want ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

A Proper Perspective On Pain

Contributed by James Crenshaw, Jr on Sep 8, 2006

This sermon helps to provide a Biblical Perspective on Personal Pain and Hardship.

Sermon: A Proper Perspective on Pain Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9 INTRODUCTION. On Saturday, July 17th, 1999 the world woke up to yet another apparent tragedy for the family of John F. Kennedy. Young John F. Kennedy, Jr.‘s plane never made it to its destination of Martha’s Vineyard....... The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9

Denomination: Holiness

Staying Positive Under Pressure

Contributed by Mike Mizell on Dec 11, 2002

Learn how to maintain when everything falls apart

Staying Positive under Pressure Exodus 14:13 For the past couple of weeks, the Lord has burdened me with the various needs in the body. I will say again as I have so many other times; I am excited about God’s presence and power being manifested week after week. Let’s continue to dare to dream ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:13, Exodus 14:21-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Is It Raining On Me? Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 24, 2010

The suffering of life has to be dealt with. God always has a plan.

INTRODUCTION • PC VIDEO • SLIDE #1  When you are going through difficult times do you feel loved by God? • How do you think you would feel if you were seeing your family being persecuted because of their faith or if you suffer persecution because of your faith in Jesus? • I know we all have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

No Fear (The 3 Hebrew Children)

Contributed by Gregory Curtis on May 13, 2003

II Timothy 1:7 tells us that God does not give us a spirit of fear. How can we keep from fear and anxiety? Three teenagers show us in Daniel chapter 3...

NO FEAR II Timothy 1:7 "For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but a spirit of power, of love, and of self discipline" Daniel 1:1-7 - Described as "young men" in verse 4. Probably 15-20 years old. - From wealthy, influential families. From stable, noble backgrounds. - Good looking, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7-8, Daniel 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Shake It Off

Contributed by Brian Morse on Jun 22, 2006

Disciples of Christ can expect to be attacked by bad things, but like Paul, we can shake it off.

First Christian Church in Earlington Rev. Brian Morse Traditional Worship: Sunday 9:30 am Casual Worship: Saturday 5:30 pm 215 East Main Street, Across the street from the Post Office 383-5250 FATHER’S DAY : SERMON JUNE 18, 2006 ACTS 28:1-6 (Note to the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

But If Not...

Contributed by Glynda Lomax on Nov 5, 2021

God is well able to deliver us from the oppression we are coming under. BUT IF NOT…but IF He doesn’t, are you strong enough to stand on what you believe even as everything around you is going up in flames?

Today we’re going to talk a little about the story of the 3 Hebrews that Daniel knew who got tossed into the fiery furnace in Daniel chapter 3. First of all, King Nebuchadnezzar had made a huge statue – some records say 90 feet or 9 stories high, and it was all gold. He was very proud of it and ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:16, Daniel 3:17, Daniel 3:18, Job 13:15

Denomination: Charismatic

Dare To Take A Stand! Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jul 17, 2008

As Christians, we need to take a stand for God. It’s not always easy. During GOOD TIMES – When things are going right - We get complacent. During BAD TIMES – When everything seems to be going wrong – We get discouraged … blame God … look to ourselves for

Opening illustration: In her famous book and film, “The Hiding Place” Corrie ten Boom tells the story of a Dutch Christian family, her family, who had a heart for the Jewish people. Her grandfather Wilhelm started a weekly prayer group in 1844 in the city of Haarlem, near Amsterdam for the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"No Smell Of Fire"

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 22, 2016

We're going to look at the trying of the faith of the 3 Hebrew “worthies” and see how some parts of the narrative are indicative of trials in general, how trials are really beneficial to us.

"NO SMELL OF FIRE" Dan. 3:16-27 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: OLD AGE DOUBLE TROUBLE 1. "Man, it’s tough getting old," said Sam to his friend Frank. "If it’s not one problem, then it’s another. As soon as I awoke this morning, I had two shocks, one after the other." 2. "So what ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:16-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Anticipatory Pain And Suffering Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 15, 2008

Christians may experience pain and suffering just because we are Christians... and knowing that, we prepare for it.

Title: Anticipatory Pain and Suffering Text: I Peter 4:12-19 Thesis: Christians may experience pain and suffering just because we are Christians. The Series: This is the sixth message in a Lenten Series: Knowing Christ through Pain and Suffering. The Apostle Paul wrote, I want to know ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational