Sermons on God Builds Our Life:

Tempted By Whom? Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 2, 2016

This message look at the process of temptation from the onset of desire to the culmination as sin, as well as motivation for not sinning.

TEMPTED BY WHOM? James 1:13-17 When tempted, no one should say, "God is tempting me." For God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does he tempt anyone; 14  but each one is tempted when, by his own evil desire, he is dragged away and enticed. 15  Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

A Prayer In A Time Of National Tragedy

Contributed by Tom Lawson on Sep 14, 2001

A prayer, rather than a sermon, that somehow seemed more fitting as a message for these days of brokenness and united sorrow.

A prayer in the wake of tragedy of September 11th, 2001 O God our help in ages past, We did not choose this time, this moment. Like generations before us we have lived in safety and ease, and have read of those beyond living memory who were awakened by the clarion call of a nation under attack. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Day Of The Lord

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Aug 22, 2020

In 2 Peter 3:1-17, Peter is dealing with the hard heart of scoffing at the return of Jesus Christ, the final Judgement and how we should be living.

The Day of the Lord It’s Delay, Our Response In some Bibles, The Day of the Lord is found as a preoccupy of 2 Peter 3:1-17. In chapter 3, Peter is dealing with the hard heart of scoffing at the return of Jesus Christ, the final Judgement and how we should be living. There once was a man who ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thy Kingdom Come: Still Blind And Mute Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Sep 10, 2001

Praying for the Kingdom to come is an awesome responsibility, for some of us remain blind and mute despite Jesus’ healing, criticizing those who are different and causing divisions.

Our backyard is heavily populated. It is home to birds and bugs, to snails and occasional snakes, and most of all, our backyard is populated with moles. The turf is home to those burrowing creatures, moles. I have the twisted ankle to prove it, thanks to sinking in one of the burrows. Our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:22-32

Denomination: Baptist

Romans 1 To 8 Summary Series

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 16, 2008

Summary plus questions on ending of Romans 8

Chapter 1- Paul’s declaration of faith and desire to come to Rome, followed by his explanation of the world’s rebellion against God, who clearly exists from looking at creation Chapter 2- God is right to judge everyone as we all know from our consciences and when we condemn others. The Jews are as ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus - Master Teacher Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 7, 2011

Master Jesus is committed to teaching us everyday and His desire is for every Christian to be more and more like Him (“everyone who is fully trained will be like his teacher.

Who is Jesus to you?? In John 13:13 Jesus said, "You call me ’Teacher’ and ’Lord,’ and rightly so, for that is what I am.” Jesus is Lord and Jesus is Master Teacher! If Jesus is our Lord, we are to worship Him ALWAYS! If Jesus is our Master Teacher, we are to learn from Him CONSTANTLY! How OFTEN ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-45

Denomination: Independent/Bible

More Warnings Against Deceivers Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jun 28, 2012

One of the greatest problems faced by believers today is false teaching. They’re everywhere. There are imposters all over the place who go by the name of Christian, yet they’re anything BUT followers of Christ. Their teachings contain just enough of th

One of the greatest problems faced by believers today is false teaching. They’re everywhere. There are imposters all over the place who go by the name of Christian, yet they’re anything BUT followers of Christ. Their teachings contain just enough of the truth to ensnare millions by ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

More Warnings Against Deceivers

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 13, 2012

One of the greatest problems faced by believers today is false teaching. They’re everywhere. There are imposters all over the place who go by the name of Christian, yet they’re anything BUT followers of Christ. Their teachings contain just enough of th

One of the greatest problems faced by believers today is false teaching. They’re everywhere. There are imposters all over the place who go by the name of Christian, yet they’re anything BUT followers of Christ. Their teachings contain just enough of the truth to ensnare millions by ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

Light A Fire In The Church

Contributed by Larry Johnson on Sep 1, 2023

The Church needs to light a fire for three reasons 1. Because the world is Cold 2. Because the Church is lukewarm 3. Because the Devil won't come out until the Fire gets hot.

“Light a Fire in the Church” Acts 28:2-6 Dr. Larry D. Johnson Pastor / Teacher Introduction: Story of the Athiest. A Story is told of an Athiest that lived across the street from the church and would never come across the street to the church. On several occassions member and the Pastor had invited ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-5

The Great Flood

Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Nov 3, 2017

The Great Flood: Why it must be Told

Have you ever noticed that there are sea shells in places where they shouldn’t be? I’ve been in elevations up to and around 10,000 feet where I myself have stumbled across shells that had to have been in salt waters at one time in history. This is proof that waters of the sea were once at those ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:6-8, Genesis 7:11-18, Genesis 7:19-20

Denomination: *other

"christians" Drifting Away?

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 25, 2019

Is there a danger of drifting away from faith?

We continue to worship God through our study of the Letter to the Hebrews; please open your Bibles there….. Let us note again that the letter was written to Jews wo became Christians. Many of them probably saw Jesus crucified and heard first hand that the body of Christ was resurrected; many of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Love Is Not Easily Provoked

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Dec 15, 2025

Depending on what Bible version you have, First Corinthians chapter 13 verse 5 says this about love: “Love is not provoked”, “isn't irritable”, “is not easily angered”, “isn't quick-tempered”. Is it possible to control your anger, your irritable response even when provoked? Sure it is.

Alba 12-24-2025 LOVE IS NOT EASILY PROVOKED I Corinthians 13:5 There was an advertisement in the paper: WEDDING DRESS FOR SALE, NEVER WORN. WILL TRADE FOR A .38 CALIBER PISTOL. Do you think someone was angry here? I would say its likely. Depending on what Bible version you have, First ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:5, Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gather Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015

This sermon looks at why we grater for worship, Bible study and fellowship each week

Gather There’s a small-town church in upstate New York who had the same priest for over 35 years.
He was loved by the church and the community.
After he retired, he was replaced by a young priest just out of seminary who had a great desire to do well.
After several weeks, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Methodist

Crossing The Line

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 29, 2017

Crossing The Line

Crossing The Line Judges 6:1 & 6 And the children of Israel did evil in the sight of the LORD: and the LORD delivered them into the hand of Midian seven years. 6 And Israel was greatly impoverished because of the Midianites; and the children of Israel cried unto the LORD. I have been hearing ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1

Denomination: Foursquare

Spiritual Economics Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Dec 23, 2008

Exposition of Mark 12:41-44 about the giving and the widow

Text: Mark 12:41-44, Title: Spiritual Economics, Date/Place: NRBC, 12/28/08, PM A. Opening illustration: W. A. Criswell tells of an ambitious young man who told his pastor he’d promised God a tithe of his income. They prayed for God to bless his career. At that time he was making $40.00 per week ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Baptist