Sermons on Financial Collapse:

Real Compassion Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 22, 2009

Jesus’ feeding of the 4,000 shows us that real compassion sees the need, feels the need and meets the need.

In nearly 24 years of pastoral ministry, I have been asked some tough questions about the Christian faith. One of the toughest questions regards the problem of evil and why a good and all-powerful God allows people to suffer in this world. Peter Kreeft, a Christian apologist and philosopher, has ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Perseverance Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jul 31, 2019

Focusing on perseverance in faith during trials.

INTRODUCTION On May 29, 2013 I registered for an event called the “Tough Mudder.” The event that I participated in was a 12 mile run with about 15 obstacles sprinkled throughout. During the event, there are obstacles such as crawling through the mud on your stomach with electric wires above you… ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Freedom That Comes From Obedience Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 28, 2014

Another visit into the life of David to encourage people to examine their own lives for areas where they are pursuing false “freedom” and to pursue real freedom within God’s design for living.

Today is the 2nd installment in this series from the life of David. If you’re following the Scriptures, you’re going to notice we’re skipping more than we’re looking at. And, you’re going to notice that once again, David is like us – in his life there are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rich In Deeds

Contributed by Victor Yap on Apr 15, 2022

Do you care?

RICH IN DEEDS (MATT 15:32-39) Jesus fed the crowd twice, one a crowd of 5,000 people, followed by a crowd of 4,000, from a bigger crowd to a smaller crowd. The conversation in the first desert experience was initiated by the disciples (Matt 14:15), while the conversation in the second experience ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:32-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

He Makes Me Lie Down Series

Contributed by Danielle Jeremiah on Apr 21, 2025

There’s grace in the stillness… and provision in the pause.

🌿 He Makes Me Lie Down Series: The Shepherd’s Promise – Part 2 Text: Psalm 23:2a (KJV) — “He maketh me to lie down in green pastures…” ? Introduction: God Had to Sit Me Down This message came from a moment when I was worn out—mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. I told the Lord, “I’m ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:15, Psalm 23:2

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

Finishing Well By Divine Help Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 17, 2025

This message emphasises that finishing well in life, faith, and destiny is only possible through consistent reliance on divine help rather than human strength.

FINISHING WELL BY DIVINE HELP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Zechariah 4:6-7 Key Verse: “Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts.” (Zechariah 4:6) Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 7:8; Philippians 1:6; Psalm 127:1; Hebrews 12:1-2; 2 Timothy ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Response To The Carnage And Human Suffering

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Sep 12, 2001

There is too much violence and God is mad about it but we need to take a close look at our own hearts and respond with the hope of the Gospel.

A Response to the Carnage and Human Suffering Tonight, we are stunned as board members of PBC! -Shortly before 9am, first plane crashes into one of the towers. - Shortly after 9 am, second plane crashes into second tower -40 minutes after the New York attacks, another aircraft crashes into ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18, Luke 15:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Rock Solid Series

Contributed by Don Jones on Oct 22, 2006

Message examines the wise and foolish builders. The first in a series entitled "Put Into Practice".

Rock Solid Matthew 7:21-23; Luke 6:46-49 Pastor Don Jones West Glendale Baptist Church Scripture “Why do you call me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ and do not do what I say? I will show you what he is like who comes to me and hears my words and puts them into practice. He is like a man building a house, who dug ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:46-49

Denomination: Baptist

A Solid Foundation

Contributed by Nick Scarpa on May 24, 2003

If we try to live the Christian life on a foundation other than that of Christ Jesus, we will not remain steadfast and committed to true Christian living. We will fail to bring God the glory.

A Solid Foundation Luke 6:46-49 The leaning tower of Pisa in Italy is going to fall. Scientists travel yearly to measure the building’s slow descent. They report that the 179-foot tower moves about one-twentieth of an inch per year, and is now 17 feet out of plumb. They estimate by the year ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:46-49

Denomination: Baptist

Truth From Tragedy

Contributed by Richard Deem on Oct 29, 2001

We are in a time of crisis and calamity in our nation. In a swift attack, we were brought face to face with our mortality. No longer can we say “Those things only happen over there.” On September 11, 2001 we lost our innocence. America will be forever

Text: Various Introduction: On Tuesday, September 11, 2001 at 7:59 AM an American Airlines Jet Liner lifted its wheels from the tarmac at Boston’s Logan Airport. Only 5 of its 92 passengers had any idea of what was being set in motion. American Flight 11 was a routine daily flight heading for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:7, James 4:14

Denomination: Church Of God

Finding Your Identity

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jul 27, 2010

It is not so much that we find or create our identity but that we receive it... from God.

Title: Finding Your Identity Text: Colossians 2:6-7 Thesis: It is not so much that we find or create our identity but that we receive it… from God. Introduction: Nicolas Sarkozy, President of France has proposed a decree that would ban anyone from wearing religious symbols of any kind. The ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Devilution: God's Tsunami - [the Flood / Noah / Ark / Evolution]

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 7, 2005

Evolution Series, part of Dates, Deluge and Dinosaurs. Proofs of the flood, including proofs from Dec. 26, ’04. Powerpoints/notes for entire series at website.

Devilution, Pt. 8—Dates, Deluge, and Dinosaurs God’s Tsunami Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html I. Dates…This was the 1st question, next… II. Deluge...(THE EVIDENCE FOR A GLOBAL FLOOD) • A second question often asked of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Creation - Day 2 & 3

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 8, 2014

Days 2 & 3 are filled with tremendous creative activity... far more than most of us realize

Wed Night Bible Study - Creation Lesson/Sermon 2 - Days 2-3 Genesis 1:6-13 (ESV) Creation Bible Study - Creation: Day 2 Now let's take a look back at Day 1 and look at just what we learned: We learned that our world did not just happen but it was created and God was the Creator! We learned that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

What Does God Think About Our Plans? (James 4:13-17) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Aug 1, 2022

We can make plans, but God expects us to be flexible, and willing to set them aside, for Him. We delight in God, living in faithfulness to Him. We don't delight in stuff.

Today, our focus will be on James 4:13-17. One of the interesting things about this passage is that there two pretty different ways of reading it. Both approaches take the verses seriously. Both issue a call, and a challenge, that the church needs to hear. But they differ in what exactly that ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Luke 16:1-13 - Dirty Money And Kingdom Purposes

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 10, 2024

An interesting teaching on how we as disciples should view and utilize the money systems of this world.

Last week, we were going through the parable of the prodigal son—prodigal meaning somebody who squanders resources. Today, we're going to be talking about the prodigal manager, another person who is squandering resources. Jesus is going to use this illustration to prove one main point, but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational