Sermons on Futility Of Idolatry:

From Amazement To Faith - Mark 9:14-29 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 26, 2023

The best thing that can ever happen to you is for something to strengthen your faith. Amazement is not the same thing as faith, but this message will show you how to turn amazement into faith when you see or read about marvelous things God has done.

Mark 9:14 When they came to the other disciples, they saw a large crowd around them and the teachers of the law arguing with them. 15 As soon as all the people saw Jesus, they were overwhelmed with wonder and ran to greet him. 16 "What are you arguing with them about?" he asked. 17 A man ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29, Matthew 17:14-23, Luke 9:37-45

Beware - A Warning To The People Of God

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Nov 22, 2020

When are people going to wake up and see what is going on? When Satan wanted to have control in heaven. Satan told his lie so long, that one third of the Angels were cast out of heaven along with him.

BEWARE A warning to the People of God By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - I have a very serious question I need to ask - When are people going to wake up and see what is going on? We can see what is happening today here on earth, is what took place in heaven. When Satan wanted to have ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10, 1 Peter 5:8, 2 Thessalonians 2:7, 2 Timothy 3:1

Denomination: Apostolic

Receptivity To Revelation

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

-- the heart of the passage -- v.

-- the heart of the passage -- v.28 "Blessed are those who hear the Word of God and obey it" A rebuke here; Serious warning for those who are hearers only Tremendous promise for those who both receive and implement God's Word --what an opportunity for us this morning Context: 11:14-16 Christ had ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:29-36

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Fire And Brimstone

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 29, 2002

Hell is a place of truth, where the true nature of the human condition will be exposed. If God is holy, there must be a hell. Whereas heaven consists of "whosoever will", hell is a place of "whosoever won’t".

¡§Fire and Brimstone¡¨ -Rev. Dr. Robert G. Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Text: Mark 9:42-49 & Revelation 20:11-15 Outline: A. The Function of Hell B. The Symbolism of Hell C. The Way to Hell D. The Avoidance of Hell Introduction: This is my ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:42-49, Revelation 20:11-15

Denomination: Congregational

The Day God Ran

Contributed by Deborah Prihoda on Oct 7, 2002

Our lives are based upon relationships and our relationship to God is affected by the way we live.

“The Day God Ran” Luke 22:31-32; 2 Corinthians 5:18-20 Luke 22:31-32 "Simon, Simon, behold, Satan has demanded permission to sift you like wheat; but I have prayed for you, that your faith may not fail; and you, when once you have turned again, strengthen your brothers." 2 Corinthians 5:18-20 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-32, 2 Corinthians 5:18-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Lose An Argument With God (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Marcus Naugler on Nov 21, 2001

In our quest to follow God’s leading we often find ourselves at a crossroad. It is at this crossroad that God requires us to change in order to remain in His will.

How To Lose An Argument With God (Part 2, The Call) Introduction: These past two weeks, we’ve been talking about Vision, God’s Calling, and these things are somewhat abstract. I hope you understand the direction God is asking you to go. If you don’t, then don’t worry-you are not alone. Many ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Cradle, The Cross, The Crown

Contributed by Richard Deem on Nov 23, 2001

The earthly ministry of Jesus Christ can be divided into 3 stages; namely the Cradle, the Cross and the Crown.

TEXT: Philippians 2:5-11 "Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men: And being found in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Remove The Veil Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 21, 2002

A sermon on 2 Corinthians 3:16-18.

Sermon for 5/19/2002 2 Corinthians 3:16 Introduction: A. My favorite movie is Hoosiers. Explain the movie. Explain this quote. A. "Forget about the crowds, the size of the school, their fancy uniforms, and remember what got you here, focus on the fundamentals we have gone over time and time ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:7-18, 2 Corinthians 3:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Plan For Intimacy

Contributed by Jerry Fenter on May 23, 2002

The need for intimacy is fulfilled in marriage, family, and the church.

God’s Plan For Intimacy Genesis 2:18-25 A small child came home from Sunday School and told his mother: "The teacher told us how God made the first man and the first woman. He made man first, but the man was very lonely with no one to talk to, so God put the man to sleep, and while he was asleep, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Under The Sun Or With The Son?

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jun 12, 2002

This sermon was delivered in a baccalaureate service and later adapted as a graduation address.

Imagine that God handed you a piece of paper and said, “Write down whatever you think will make your life happy and I will give it to you.” What would you choose? Wealth? Power? Fame? A long life? The Bible tells of a young man who was once given this opportunity. His name was Solomon, king ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:1, Luke 12:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

"The Power Of People Who Pray"

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Jun 23, 2002

Prayer is unique

"The Power of Prayer for the People Who Pray" Text: Luke 18:1-8 1 Then He spoke a parable to them, that men always ought to pray and not lose heart, 2 saying: "There was in a certain city a judge who did not fear God nor regard man. 3 Now there was a widow in that city; and she came to him, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There Is Hope In Life's Darkest Hour

Contributed by John Knight on Jul 15, 2002

A word to those in grief, and to those who know someone who is.

There Is Hope In Life’s Darkest Hour Luke 7:11-17 Introduction: Funeral customs ( Http://library.thinkquest.org/16665/burialframe.htm.) Egypt-bodies were mummified with spices, herbs, and chemicals. Maoris (New Zealand)-bodies are burned in huts which are locals for elaborate ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Holiness

A Church In Transition

Contributed by Mark Elkins on Feb 19, 2003

Did you know that only 15% of churches in America are healthy? Could God be asking us to change? If so, in what areas? How do we identify what God is wanting us to change?

An interesting article that I found. “Age changes things.” Who changed everything when I wasn’t looking? I’ve noticed lately that everything is farther away than it used to be. It’s even twice as far to the corner now, and they’ve added a hill! I’ve given up running for the bus; it leaves much ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

"The Pledge Of Our Inheritance" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Dec 30, 2000

The Holy Spirit in us is a pledge of our rich inheritance in Christ. (#9 in the "Every Spiritual Blessing" series)

I remember as a boy, hearing a story of a man found starved to death in an alley somewhere in New York City. He had been without family, homeless and apparently friendless. When authorities were able to identify the corpse however, it was discovered that the man had unknowingly inherited in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:11-14, Revelation 21:1-5

Denomination: Orthodox

Gloria! Series

Contributed by Andy Atkins on Jan 5, 2001

An in-depth look at the angels who proclaimed Christ’s birth.

The Songs of Christmas: Gloria Luke 2:8-14 As we approach this third message in our series of “songs” from Luke’s gospel, I must begin today by confessing some of the discoveries made in preparation for today. A lot of my preconceived notions have been shaken, and my opinions have had to take a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Baptist