Sermons on Gnashing:

Praying For The Right Things Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

In the light of the Lord’s impending return, we’re to pray that our faith will grow and that our love will increase. Since those who don’t know God will be punished when Christ appears, we must avoid mediocre spirituality and apathetic prayers.

Praying for the Right Things One of my favorite commercials is for a cell phone company in which cellular static has caused some confusion between a married couple. The wife had just asked her husband to bring home “a movie, something old.” The husband however, thought she said, “Bring home a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Ready

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 29, 2004

In this text Paul tells us 3 things about the second coming. (1 Thessalonians pt - 5)

“Getting Ready For The Second Coming” 1 Thessalonians Part Five 4:13-5:11 A new preacher had just begun his sermon. He was a little nervous, and about ten minutes into the talk his mind went blank. He remember what they had taught him in seminary to do when a situation like this would arise- ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Will The Resurrection Be Like? And How Can I Be Sure I'm Ready? Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jul 17, 2003

The purpose of this sermon is to give a simple overview of the resurrection and then give some practical steps to prepare ourselves for it.

1 Corinthians What Will the Resurrection be Like? And How Can I be Sure That I Will Be Ready? 1 Corinthians 15:20-34 July 20, 2003 Intro: A. [illustration] John G. Paton, a nineteenth-century missionary to the South Seas met opposition to leaving his home in Scotland and going to preach to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:20-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The King Is Returning Home With Expectations

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Nov 5, 2004

Jesus focuses on our expectations prior to His coming and at His coming

November 7, 2004 Luke 19:11-27 While they were listening to this, he went on to tell them a parable, because he was near Jerusalem and the people thought that the kingdom of God was going to appear at once. He said: “A man of noble birth went to a distant country to have himself appointed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Lutheran

Are We "Left Behind" In Our Understanding?

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Jan 23, 2002

A response to the movie, "Left Behind".

ARE WE “LEFT BEHIND” IN OUR UNDERSTANDING? By Gerry Pratt ARE WE “LEFT BEHIND” IN OUR UNDERSTANDING? Copyright 2001 By Gerry Pratt Are We “Left Behind” In Our Understanding? Published by: PEPCO ...read more

Scripture: John 5:28-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Procuring The Blessings Of God

Contributed by James May on Sep 21, 2003

Have you ever considered why some receive a blessing while others nearby don’t. This sermon speaks concerning the pre-requisites for receiving God’s blessings.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10, Matthew 25:24-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Gliding Toward Goodness Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 30, 2003

Wouldn’t it be great if we were known as people who were “full of goodness”? As we submit to Christ, this will be said of us!

Gliding Toward Goodness Rev. Brian Bill 7/15/01 Several people have asked us if we had a good vacation. We actually had a very good time. The weather was chilly, but good. The girls swam several times each day, went on a good boat ride, and had a good time playing in the forest. Our family ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Real Cost Of Discipleship – Part 2 Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Oct 29, 2006

Being in contact with the cleansing fire from Jesus Christ is supposed to set us ablaze with love for Him, for the things of heaven, and for the salvation that He has bought for us. It is supposed to consume our thoughts and our emotions. It is supposed t

I want to start today with a little object lesson if I may. In this dish I have a crumpled piece of newspaper. I am going to set fire to it. See how quickly the flame consumes the paper? I have to drop it back into the dish if I’m going to keep from getting burned, don’t I? Okay, now what has ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:32-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Didn't Do It

Contributed by Ben Peak on Jan 3, 2008

Sin isn’t just disobeying the “thou shalt nots” of the Bible.

Have you ever gotten in trouble for something that you didn’t do? Now I know that everyone at one time during his or her childhood was probably wrongfully punished for something that they didn’t do. You know, maybe your brother or sister was the culprit and for some reason you got in trouble for ...read more

Scripture: James 4:17

Denomination: Holiness

Are We Ready For What Is Next?

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jun 19, 2007

A sermon following a great community wide crusade and instilling in our church the need to be ready for what comes after great revival

Sermon Brief Date Written: May 4, 2007 Date Preached: May 6, 2007 Where Preached: OZHBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Title: Are We Ready for What is Next? Sermon Text: Matthew 25:14-30 Introduction: The torrential rains had been pouring down for 6 straight days and the river had hit and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

"The Business Of The Church"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 9, 2006

The Glory of the Father, Eternal life for men, Preservation and unity of the saints.

John 17:3 (NASB95) 3 “This is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent. It is impossible that any simply human heart would begin to comprehend what passed between God the Father and God the Son with the words, “Father, the hour has come”. ...read more

Scripture: John 17:3

Denomination: Orthodox

The Hidden Treasure, The Precious Pearl, The Dragnet And The Householder Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Jul 8, 2007

How do I really feel about the Gospel of Jesus Christ? What is it worth to me? Do I really care about it all that much? Important questions, all.

The Smith House in Dahlonega, Georgia, has been sitting on a gold mine for more than a century. During renovation of the landmark hotel back in February of 2006, workers discovered the entrance to a four-foot wide hole under the concrete floor in the main dining room. The hole goes straight down ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-52

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Taking The Narrow Road Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 24, 2009

The gate you take determines your fate, therefore keep it straight before it’s too late!

Taking the Narrow Road Matthew 7:13-14 Rev. Brian Bill 5/24/09 “One Way” (www.worshiphousemedia.com) In 2008, The Pew Forum on Religion and Public Life conducted an unusually detailed study of faith in America. According to Luis Lugo, the director of the Pew Forum, Americans “are very open. In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Would You Rather Have A Minas Or A Talent? Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 12, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Luke verses 11 through 28

Luke 19: 11-28 Would You Rather Have A Minas Or A Talent? 11 Now as they heard these things, He spoke another parable, because He was near Jerusalem and because they thought the kingdom of God would appear immediately. 12 Therefore He said: “A certain nobleman went into a far country to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-28

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Fifth Trumpet: Locusts From The Bottomless Pit, Sent To Torment Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 24, 2017

The supernatural creatures released upon the blowing of the fifth trumpet are evil spirits. The description given of their appearance is, at the same time, a description of their character. We are told thirteen things about them.

By: Tom Lowe Date: 5-7-16 Series: Verse By Verse Through Revelation Title: Fifth Trumpet (First Woe): Locusts From the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 9:1-12

Denomination: Baptist