Sermons on Flaming Sword:

A Name More Excellent

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 29, 2016

Scripture proofs for the superiority of Jesus.

A NAME MORE EXCELLENT. Hebrews 1:1-14. The high Christology of Hebrews 1 bears comparison with that of John 1:1-14. We are first reminded of the many and various ways that God spoke through the prophets in times past (Hebrews 1:1). Then we are informed that the final word of God has now come to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Help I Cant Swim Isaiah 43:2

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Nov 21, 2013

God says when we pass through the waters He will be with us and the rivers shall not over flow us. When we walk through a fire we will not be burned.

Help, I can’t swim Isaiah 43:2 When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee. 3 For I am the LORD thy God, the Holy One of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Sweet Fruit Of Bitter Times

Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011

What are trials? 1. The term is used to speak of afflictions and adversities that we encounter in life. 2. These trials are of various kinds. It could be illness, financial reverses, problems at work, persecution for our faith, etc. They come in all sh

Mayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army I. A Proper Attitude Toward Trials (v. 2). A. What are trials? 1. The term is used to speak of afflictions and adversities that we encounter in life. 2. These trials are of various kinds. It could be illness, financial reverses, problems at ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Salvation Army

How’s Your Faith Now?

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Apr 12, 2012

Satan's goal = to use trials to extinguish our faith God’s goal = To ignite our faith

1 Peter 1:6-9-In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while, if need be, you have been grieved by various trials, that the genuineness of your faith, being much more precious than gold that perishes, though it is tested by fire, may be found to praise, honor, and glory at the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

All Saints Day Series

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 19, 2009

The reason for ’All Saints Day’ and two examples of ’saints’.

ALL SAINTS DAY Many years ago the bishops in England thought that there were so many good people to remember, that one day should be set apart commemorate all who had lived Godly lives, and so November 1st was designated as "All Saints Day". When we think of ‘saints’ there comes to mind a picture ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

Part 9 - Matthew 10:5-13 - Music To Raise The Dead! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on May 10, 2010

When Jesus gives His disciples the authority to "Heal the sick, raise the dead," in Matthew 10:8 I'm not sure that playing loud music is what He had in mind. But the "wailing out the truth" part certainly was.

Part 9 - Matthew 10:5-13 - MUSIC TO RAISE THE DEAD! "MUSIC TO RAISE THE DEAD", an album from a Christian Rock group called Resurrection startled the Christian world with it's intensity in the 1970's. They did this in a day when many conservative pastors and evangelists actively thundered their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:5-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Are You #1 (Eternity) Series

Contributed by Darin Gary on Jun 25, 2016

Where are YOU in regards to ETERNITY? It has been wisely and accurately stated - "There are 2 things that are certain in human life and existence...Death and Taxes! (*This is just a basic outline with supporting Scripture*)

WHERE ARE YOU #1 (Eternity) [Hebrews 9:24-28; NKJV] “…Christ has not entered the holy places made with hands, which are copies of the true, but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God for us; [25] not that He should offer Himself often, as the high priest enters the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:24-28

Denomination: Other

Philemon Injustices

Contributed by Robert Butler on Jun 16, 2020

Philemon speaks to what is happening in our world from racism to injustice to inequality. The small book offers great promise as we lead into a new way of looking at life.

Today, we come together to worship God. We do this in several ways. Worship is inherently giving honor to that which is greater our creator. For those who are a part of the tribe, the simplest form of worship is giving back to Him who provides us all we have. The ushers will be around with ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Preparation For Eternity

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Sep 27, 2022

We are called to be faithful to God and obey him. Being faithful is the meaning of waiting for the Lord to come. There will be no second chances when Christ returns.

We are called to be faithful to God and obey him. Being faithful is the meaning of waiting for the Lord to come. There will be no second chances when Christ returns. It’s not hard to tell that we are getting closer to the end of the church year. Matthew 25:1-13, which is known as the Parable of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13, Revelation 19:5-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Similarities And Differences Of Christ At Calvary And Sinners In Hell.

Contributed by David Goering on Aug 13, 2018

The similarities and differences between Christs suffering at Calvary, and the suffering of sinners in hell.

SCRIPTURE TEXT: 1 Peter 3:18 "For Christ also hath once suffered for sins, the just for the unjust, that he might bring us to God..." PROPOSITION: to use this text and others to show the similarities and differences between Christs suffering at Calvary, and the suffering of sinners in hell and ...read more

Don't Overthink Truth

Contributed by Don Campbell on Apr 20, 2023

Overthinking the truth can result in the paralysis of analysis or it can result in distorted truths that are torn from the context in which they were spoken and made to serve as handmaidens for many false doctrines.

DON’T OVERTHINK TRUTH “Be not overly righteous, and do not make yourself too wise. Why should you destroy yourself?” (Eccl 7:16) INTRODUCTION A. Solomon is not suggesting a lukewarm relationship with God nor a lackadaisical pursuit of knowledge or wisdom, but we can overthink the truth, resulting ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:23-34, Matthew 23:23-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Transfiguration Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 11, 2023

Transfiguration of Jesus is a spiritual experience for the Disciples. We can't stay in ecstatic realms but come into reality of struggles and fight for the existence of self and others. Jesus always leads into every level of life.

Lesson 13 Mark 9:2-13 Transfiguration in Mark INTRODUCTION The Roman Catholics and Eastern Orthodox churches celebrate it as a festival on August 6. It was declared a universal feast of the Western church by Pope Callistus III in 1457. The feast was included in the English Prayer Book in 1561 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-13

Denomination: Methodist

Victorious Living

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 3, 2024

No storm in your life is too great for God. When you feel overwhelmed, trust in His presence. He can bring peace to even the most violent winds.

1 John 5:4-5 4. For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. 5. Who is he that overcometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God? Introduction • Open with the story of Paul’s shipwreck on his way to ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:4-5, Acts 27:23-24, Acts 28:3-5, Acts 28:7-11, Isaiah 43:2, 2 Thessalonians 3:3, Philippians 4:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

No Peace But Division!

Contributed by Tony Skaff on Mar 20, 2006

What did Jesus, the prince of peace, meant when He said:no peace but division?

1stBBC No peace but division! Luk 12:49-53 I am come to send fire on the earth; and what will I, if it be already kindled? But I have a baptism to be baptized with; and how am I straitened till it be accomplished! Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-53

Denomination: Baptist

Facing Jezebel Series

Contributed by Ben Thomas on Nov 19, 2008

There are three battles and devil knows that he can not win first two, so he will try to win the third one- that is the battle between you and Devil...

Facing Jezebel 1 King 19:1 1 AHAB TOLD Jezebel all that Elijah had done and how he had slain all the prophets [of Baal] with the sword. 1.Elijah’s personal battle began at the gate of Jezreel A. He came to Jezreel and did not want to enter the city B. Pride affected his life. 1 Kings 19:10 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-21

Denomination: Church Of God