Sermons on Fruitlessness:

What If There Was No Resurrection?

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Apr 3, 2018

This message was preached on Resurrection Day at our Sunrise Service where we also observed the Lord's Supper.

What is so important about today? What is the significance of this morning? According to the Freedom from Religion Website: Many bible scholars and ministers--including one third of the clergy in the Church of England--reject the idea that Jesus bodily came back to life. So do 30% of so-called ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-20

Denomination: Baptist

5 Reasons Jesus Chose Fishermen

Contributed by Chris Miller on Feb 6, 2019

There are a few reasons 7 of the 12 first disciples were fishermen. They were not chosen by accident. They possess skills every Christian should strive to possess.

The Bible tells us 7 of the first 12 disciples were fishermen by trade. It is no accident Jesus chose these individuals to be his first disciples. As fishermen, these guys possessed characteristics every Christian should have. Here are 5 reasons Jesus chose fishermen. 1. Fishermen know how to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:5-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ Alone

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Oct 21, 2022

It’s not about us; it’s all about God. Salvation is in Jesus Christ alone!

Christ Alone October 23, 2022 Morning Service 70th Anniversary Revival/Homecoming Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: It’s not about us; it’s all about God. Salvation is in Jesus Christ alone! Focus Passage: Act 4:1-12 Introduction: As we gather today to celebrate 70 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-12, Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 10:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Kills A Tree - Mark 11:21 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Feb 9, 2024

Why did Jesus kill a tree? And what does that say about the age of the earth?

Introduction They’re on their way back into Jerusalem, but on the way, much to the chagrin of the commentators, Jesus stops and kills a tree. 12 The next day as they were leaving Bethany, Jesus was hungry. 13 Seeing in the distance a fig-tree in leaf, he went to find out if it had any fruit. When ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:21, Matthew 21:19-20

Change Your Bait

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 30, 2023

Know your fish or your net will be empty.

Matthew 4:18  And Jesus, walking by the sea of Galilee, saw two brethren, Simon called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers.  19  And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.  20  And they straightway ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-20, 1 Corinthians 9:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

We Need Revival Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 17, 2022

I believe with all my heart that we need a revival at the old-time religion.

What is a revival? A revival is a moving toward God by the people of God. Revival causes God's people to become active for the Lord once again. Revivals are produced by three things: preaching the word of God, hearing the word of God, and obeying the word of God. This hour certainly cries for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 80:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

Dying In The Dungeon Of Discouragement Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 14, 2000

Discouragement is one of the greatest challenges that the church faces

Dying in the Dungeon of Discouragement Numbers 13:26 - 14 (Selected verses) June 25, 2000 INTRODUCTION I. Down but not out A. People who seemed hopeless: Cripple him – Sir Walter Scott, Deafen him – Ludwig Van Beethoven, Bury him in snow and give him a seemingly hopeless war – George Washington, ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Jesus Provides

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 12, 2025

One of the great attributes of Jesus is that He is our Provider. He cares for His children and ensures that their needs are met. From the beginning, God has shown Himself as Jehovah Jireh, the Lord who provides.

JESUS PROVIDES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus." – Philippians 4:19 Supporting Texts: Matthew 6:25-33, Psalm 23:1, 2 Corinthians 9:8, Psalm 34:10, John 6:35 INTRODUCTION: One of the great ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Restores The Fallen

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 3, 2025

One of the most comforting truths in Scripture is that God does not discard His children because of their mistakes.

JESUS RESTORES THE FALLEN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 21:1-19 Supporting Texts: Luke 22:31-32, Psalm 51:12-13, Micah 7:8, Proverbs 24:16, 1 John 1:9 INTRODUCTION: Failure is never final when it is placed in the hands of the Master. One of the most comforting truths in Scripture is ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Maintaining Spiritual Fire Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 23, 2025

A believer without fire is like a lamp without oil, a car without fuel, or a soldier without weapons. Your spiritual fire is what keeps you alive and effective in a hostile world. The instruction in Leviticus 6:13 is still valid today: your fire must never go out.

MAINTAINING SPIRITUAL FIRE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Leviticus 6:13 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:11, Revelation 3:15-16, 2 Timothy 1:6, Acts 2:1-4, Matthew 25:8 INTRODUCTION: Spiritual fire refers to the passion, zeal, and burning desire for God and His kingdom. It symbolises divine ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 6:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Cause Me

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Sep 5, 2020

Have you ever went to bed thinking about about all the things you have to do the next day or maybe something you have to do that you dread? There again those kind of things can keep us from hearing God's voice!

Cause Me Sept. 6, 2020 Psalm 143:8-Cause me to hear Your lovingkindness in the morning, For in You do I trust; Before refrigerators, people used icehouses to preserve their food. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 143:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

What Are Miracles For? Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Nov 10, 2004

1st in series "Miracles in Matthew. Looks at the purpose of miracles in Jesus ministry and today.

Throughout the Gospels we see Jesus using a ministry of Miracles as advertisement for the message of salvation. The Apostle Paul wrote to the believers in Corinth that he had come to them with a "demonstration of the Spirit’s power (1 Cor. 2:4)." Miracles are a wonderful thing but Miracles are ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The First And The Last Call

Contributed by John Collins on Jul 10, 2002

A look at the old but ever new subject of repentance

THE FIRST AND THE LAST CALL EXT. Matt. 21:28-32, Luke 15:11-24, 2 Sam. 12:7-14 INTRODUCTION Repentance is the Central theme of the bible. God preached repentance since Man fell short of the glory of God. The prophets lived and died preaching repentance to the people of God. John the Baptist had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:28-32

Denomination: Apostolic

The Two Sons Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jan 24, 2005

Two kinds of people are represented in the story, a bad attitude can spoil a good act, but God always honors repentance.

The Two Sons Matt. 21:28-32 INTRO.: Jesus was facing the cross. This story was told on Monday before He died on Friday. Huge crowds had hailed Him as He entered Jerusalem the day before. He cast the merchants out of the temple and healed blind and lame sufferers. Then He retreated to Bethany and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:28-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Why Do People Reject Jesus Christ?" Series

Contributed by Danny Moss on Mar 11, 2004

This is sermon #3 in my series on Passion Week. It answers the question-"Why Do People Reject Jesus Christ?" This is Day 3 of Passion Week- A Day of Controversy. Jesus is attacked and challenged. He answers His enemies with stunning rebuke.

Passion Week Day 3(Tuesday)before the crucifiction, A Day of Controversy and Personal Attacks. Text: Matthew 23:1-39 Title: "Why Do People Reject Jesus Christ?" Introduction- This morning, we will be considering Day 3 of Passion Week, which ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-39

Denomination: Baptist