Sermons on Glorious:

Too Good! Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 15, 2023

If you want to find real joy in the face of an uncertain future, renounce your own good and wise deeds; stop devising your own schemes. Instead, fear God and please Him through faith in His Son.

On March 19, 2003, the United States and its allies invaded Iraq to destroy Iraqi weapons of mass destruction and remove Saddam Hussein from power. A day later, Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld held a news conference, where a reporter asked him “about the apparent failure to follow the war ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:15-29, Hebrews 11:6, Romans 3:10, Romans 3:23, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Deuteronomy 28:1, Deuteronomy 28:15, James 2:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God Is Merciful And Gracious Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 23, 2023

In today's lesson, we learn that the glory of God shows us that he is merciful and gracious.

Introduction I am beginning a new series of sermons that I am calling, “Glory: The Character of God.” In this five-week-long series, I plan to explore God’s self-revelation of himself to Moses in Exodus 34:6-7. You recall that the people of God lived in Egypt for over four centuries. They ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:6-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus Stayed The Course Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 24, 2023

In today's segment from the Gospel of Mark, we witness how Jesus handled the popularity of the crowd and how He moved away from the crowd in order to appoint the twelve apostles. As we watch Jesus stay the course, we learn how to focus on the mission of making disciples.

A. You all are very familiar with the Beatles. Right? 1. By 1966, the Beatles had become international stars and had achieved unprecedented levels of critical and commercial success. 2. Their popularity caused John Lennon, the 26 year-old member of the Beatles to tell a London reporter: ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:7-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Have A Blast While You Last Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 28, 2023

As you face a terminal diagnosis, rest in God’s perfect plan for you, find hope in this life and the next, and enjoy the time you have left.

Several years ago, The Onion, a satirical magazine, ran a humorous article with a biting truth. They titled the article, “World Death Rate Holding Steady at 100 Percent.” The article reported: World Health Organization officials expressed disappointment Monday at the group's finding that, ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 8:16-17, Ecclesiastes 9:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Death And The Christian - Set Your House In Order For You Shall Die And Not Live – Was Hezekiah’s Time Up? Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on May 22, 2023

News of impending death comes more of a shock the younger we are. What is our attitude to all this? How do we digest it mentally and emotionally? Here we look at death for a Christian, setting one’s house in order, and specifically at King Hezekiah who was about to die.

DEATH AND THE CHRISTIAN - SET YOUR HOUSE IN ORDER FOR YOU SHALL DIE AND NOT LIVE – WAS HEZEKIAH’S TIME UP? [A]. INTRODUCTION {{Isaiah 38 v 1 In those days Hezekiah became mortally ill and Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz came to him and said to him, “Thus says the LORD, ‘SET YOUR HOUSE IN ...read more

Scripture: John 3:3, Isaiah 38:21, Amos 4:12, Psalm 91:5, Psalm 91:4, 1 John 1:8-9, Revelation 1:17-18, Psalm 31:15, Isaiah 38:2-3, Isaiah 38:5-6, Isaiah 38:7-8, Isaiah 38:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Inspired By The Burial Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 22, 2023

Be inspired... 1. By the women's commitment to Jesus (vs. 55-56; 61). 2. By the rich man's courage (vs. 57-58). 3. By the rich men's contributions (Matt 27:58-60; John 19:38-42). 4. By our Savior Jesus Christ (vs. 62-66).

Be Inspired by the Burial of Jesus Christ The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 27:55-66; John 19:38-42 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared May 22, 2023) MESSAGE: *In today's Scripture God's Word tells us about the burial of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Usually when we think about Jesus, we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:55-66, John 19:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

True Repentance Series

Contributed by Dennis King on May 24, 2023

Is the phrase “Repent and turn from sin” Biblical? Hopefully, this lesson will clarify a few things.

Is the phrase “Repent and turn from sin” Biblical? Hopefully, this lesson will clarify a few things. Not only did Jesus Christ command us to go forth and make disciples of all nations, He also taught that Christians are to warn the people of other countries that they too must repent and turn to God ...read more

Scripture: John 3:17-18, Acts 3:19, Luke 13:3, Matthew 3:2, Mark 1:15, Acts 17:30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

To Die Is Gain Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on May 30, 2023

Paul struggles with the dilemma of wanting to depart and be with Christ and staying and helping the Philippians grow in their faith

Technicolor Joy: Philippians 1:21-26 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 5-28-2023 Death is gain? Andrew Chong was a beloved doctor and elder at his church. He was in surgery and the doctor came out and told the family that there was nothing that they could do. The family was ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Unity

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jun 17, 2023

Series in Philippians

Title: Christian Unity Script: Philippians 2:1-13 Type: Expository Where: GNBC 6-17-23 Intro: In one of Aesop’s Fables he describes an old man who had several sons, who were always falling out with one another. He had often, but to no purpose, exhorted them to live together in harmony. One ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

10th Sunday After Pentecost. August 2nd, 2026. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 19, 2023

Year A, Proper 13.

Genesis 32:22-31, Psalm 17:1-7, Psalm 17:15, Isaiah 55:1-5, Psalm 145:8-9, Psalm 145:14-21, Romans 9:1-5, Matthew 14:13-21 A). A METAPHOR FOR PRAYER. Genesis 32:22-31. “The ford Jabbok” (Genesis 32:22) is significant, first, in that it was the border of the land of promise (cf. Numbers ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-31, Psalm 17:1-7, Psalm 17:15, Isaiah 55:1-5, Psalm 145:8-9, Psalm 145:14-21, Romans 9:1-5, Matthew 14:13-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sacred Name

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Feb 18, 2023

Have you ever considered the power of God's Name? Do you know the danger of using the Sacred Name in vain? "Do not take Name of the Lord your God in vain, for God will not hold you guiltless," meaning He will not forgive that.

Today, "The Sacred Name". Have you ever considered the power of God's Name? Do you know the danger of using the Sacred Name in vain? Consider the rich benefits of keeping the Ten Commandments. It's the blueprint for a great society in America. America has lost its moral compass, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Victory Of Christ's Return (Parts 1 & 2) Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Mar 8, 2023

It is important that we remember that our hope is not in a better world or in fixing the world, our hope is found in the imminent return of Jesus Christ and our desire is that the gospel is preached so that all who hear will come to a saving faith in Him.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org Over the last few years, it has become obvious that there was a significant spiritual shift that happened in our world. Prior to COVID-19, most churches were preoccupied with entertaining the saints and growing ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-21

Denomination: Brethren

What Time Is It? Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 10, 2023

If you want to enjoy a meaningful life, appreciate God’s timing in everything. Then cooperate with God. Cooperate with God and find beauty, pleasure, and permanence.

City Slickers is an old movie (1991) that tells the story of three friends having mid-life crises. They escape the city and head west for a two-week cattle run to discover what's important in life. Before they leave, Mitch (played by Billy Crystal) shares what he does for a living on ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-15, Ephesians 1:11, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Painful But Profitable Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 11, 2023

Message 1 in a series through James that helps us explore the relationship between faith and works in our lives. James was the half-brother of Jesus and the leader of the church in Jerusalem.

Today, we’re starting a new series through the New Testament book of James called Faith & Works. I truly believe that you won’t find a more practical book in the entire Bible than James. Some of you may remember the For Dummies series of books that became popular 20-30 years ago and are still ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Joy Of Trials Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 15, 2023

The Pulpit Commentary calls this verse THE STRANGE PARADOX, and truly they are right, for what can be more paradoxical than being happy about the things that make you sad?

THE JOY OF TRIALS Let me share with you the different ways our text is translated to give you a broad view of what we are dealing with. First, we will look at some of the context of the verse. JAMES 1:2-4, "2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, [a] whenever you face trials of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2