Sermons on Foothold:

Stop It!

Contributed by Larry Turner on Apr 11, 2013

Are you struggling with worry, fear, anger, temptation? Then Stop It. This sermon tells us how.

We just watched a video from U Tube called “Stop It!” Bob Newhart played a psychiatrist with an unusual approach. Today I am going to take that same approach as we ponder some of the greatest challenges that Christians face. Imagine if you will that you are approaching God. He looks at you and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:31-34, James 4:1, 2 Corinthians 5:17, 1 Corinthians 10:13, 2 Timothy 1:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Lessons On Love

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Aug 29, 2012

Teaches us how to truly love one another.

“Love Lessons” September 2, 2012 1 Corinthians 12:31-13:1-3 “So you should earnestly desire the most helpful gifts. But now let me show you a way of life that is best of all. If I could speak all the languages of earth and of angels, but didn’t love others, I would only ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

God Is To Be Feared Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 30, 2013

The Psalmist tells us why we must fear God. 1- We fear because God can be angered 2- We fear because God will judge everyone

INTRO.- His name is great. Not many people think of themselves of being great or their name as being great, but then there is 76 year old Silvio Berlusconi who was the 50th Prime Minister of Italy from 2008-2011. He actually served as Prime Minister three times. And he’s a very wealthy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 76:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lord's Prayer: "Forgive Us Our Debts, As We Forgive Our Debtors”. Series

Contributed by Dr. George Calhoun on Oct 31, 2008

When you have spent time in God’s presence as a loving Father, a benevolent King, a Sovereign Lord and Great Provider, then your heart, your mind and your soul is ready to confront the sin in your life and come before your Redeemer.

Little Johnny was so excited to try out his new slingshot. He and his sister Sally were visiting grandma on the farm for a couple of weeks and there was no better a time to work on his sling shot skills. First he’d aim at a row of tin cans he put on the fence, but after about 50 shots and 20 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Lion's Den Series

Contributed by Gregg Barbour on Feb 8, 2010

Look Back at Daniel and the Lion's Den in this stirring sermon on perseverance in the face of adversity

We’re continuing our series on O.T. Old School, with stories you’ve learned since you were a kid. Last week, we talked about Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, and the Fiery Furnace. Tonight, we’re going to look at their friend, Daniel. I was looking for a good illustration to ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: *other

Season Of Restraint

Contributed by John Oscar on Nov 9, 2024

Using the events described in the book of Jonah, this sermon teaches us about God's seasons of restraint regarding sending judgment when HE sees true repentance.

A Season of Restraint Scripture Reference: Jonah 3:1-10 Introduction- Ater our prayer service last Sunday concerning the election, I was cleaning up and thinking about how the service went. My next thought was- what will I say next week? I took it to God and asked, “What should I say?” I felt ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Pain Of Reproach Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE PAIN OF REPROACH CAN BREAK THE HEART OF THE RIGHTEOUS, BUT GOD CAN STILL DELIVER

BIG IDEA: THE PAIN OF REPROACH CAN BREAK THE HEART OF THE RIGHTEOUS, BUT GOD CAN STILL DELIVER INTRODUCTION: Certainly David experienced the pain of much unjustified persecution; but this psalm has clear Messianic implications throughout (with the exception of v.5 which acknowledges some ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 69:1-36

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Be Alert Series

Contributed by David Welch on Oct 28, 2006

2nd in a series on Spiritual warfare

Chico Alliance Church July 2, 2006 Pastor David Welch "Spiritually Aware, Alert, Armed and Aggressive" Pt 2 REVIEW I. Be Aware A. Aware of God and His purposes B. Aware of our Worth and position in Christ C. Aware of the battlefields 1. Fight with the WORLD 2. Fight with the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Prime Time

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 5, 2007

This message is about three of the prime times when the devil is active in our lives.

PRIME TIME Ephesians 4:26-27 INTRO: We are familiar with the term Prime Time. It is used primarily in reference to prime-time television. Prime Time is the time when most people will be watching their televisions. It is a time advertising and media people use to full advantage in influencing the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Why The Blood?

Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 22, 2007

Why is the blood so important in the Christian belief?

Scripture But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ. Ephesians 2:13 Let’s take a look at life! Us! The way God created us! God created us for fellowship and the free will to worship him. The Bible says that we are uniquely designed. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:13

Denomination: Baptist

The Negative Expression Of True Religion

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jan 23, 2008

Jesus came into a world where Judaism emphasized the negatives of the religious life more than the positives. Jesus made an impact on the world then as he does now by his emphasis on a positive response to God and a positive response to the needs of othe

The Negative Expression of True Religion Titus 2:11-14 Intro Jesus came into a world where Judaism emphasized the negatives of the religious life more than the positives. Jesus made an impact on the world then as he does now by his emphasis on a positive response to God and a positive response ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Simmering Rage

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jul 8, 2007

This is a message to go with the NOOMA DVD #16: Store.

Dakota Community Church July 8, 2007 Simmering Rage This is a message to go with the NOOMA DVD #16: Store. Begin by showing the 14 min. DVD. Available to purchase here: http://www.nooma.com/Shopping/ProductDetails.aspx?ProductID=322 Excellent and thought provoking DVD! There are three questions ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:4-6

Denomination: Mennonite

Lost At Home

Contributed by Ian Mcalister on Sep 15, 2010

God's Heart is for the lost, even those at home

“… what woman having ten coins, if she loses one of them …” This little gem of a parable is the second in a trilogy of stories about lost things and about the heart of a gracious God that goes out and finds and restores that lost one. The first Parable is about the Lost ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Anglican

How To Trade Your Sorrows For His Joy

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jan 3, 2011

How to Give Up Your Hang Ups in Exchange for His Loving, Liberating and Life Giving Inspiration

I’m Trading My Sorrows, I’m Trading My Shame, I’m Laying it Down for the Joy of the Lord Eph. 4:22-32; 22 You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; 23 to be made new in the attitude of your minds; 24 and to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:22-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Take Up Your Cross

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Oct 5, 2012

Trying to do things in our own strength can result in disappointment and frustration. But when we give our burdens to Christ the cross we are carrying is lighter.

Take Up your cross Isaiah 53 Mark 8:27-38 I remember hearing a radio broadcast of Dr. James Dobson. He was retelling a story about his son Ryan who was about three years old at the time. Little Ryan had gotten up early one morning before his Dad and Mom. He managed to climb up onto the kitchen ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed