Sermons on God Is Our Refuge:

The Parasite Of Unforgiveness , Infected

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 7, 2022

Let us study spiritual parasites that can suck the joy and life out of individuals. See how Shimei tries to hurt David... Press on...

THE PARASITE OF UNFORGIVENESS… INFECTED (At least 2 part) By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com THE COWBIRD: COWBIRDS ARE KNOWN AS BULLIES… THE BROOD PARASITES… The cowbird lays very large eggs... but the cowbird never builds its own nest. The cowbird lays its eggs in a VIREO ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:15, 2 Samuel 16:5-8, 1 Kings 2:36-40

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Abimbola Salu on Jun 24, 2023

“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures.

“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. 3 He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. 4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Sanctified Sympathy Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 1, 2021

It is easier for those who have suffered deeply to be more sympathetic. Those who are more likely to be like Job's friends are those who have not suffered, and do not bother to develop the power of sympathy.

Sometimes you have to hurt others to help them. Iona Henry's case is a prime example. She had been in the hospital for 83 days on Demerol. She became dependent upon this drug for sleep, and escape, for she could not stand to think of her future without her husband and two children, all of ...read more

An Offensive Message (John 6)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 28, 2025

What parts of Jesus' message offends us? Let's look at John 6.

Do we water down Jesus’ message because it offends us? Let’s look at John 6. With a large crowd following Jesus, did they have enough money to feed them all? After this, Jesus went away to the other side of the Sea of Galilee (that is, to Tiberias). A large crowd kept following him because they ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Coming Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 26, 2017

The Holy Spirit did not come because the believers prayed but because the day of Pentecost had come, the day appointed for the “birthday of the church.” He baptized the believers into one body,so that they had a living connection with their sovereign Head

June 10, 2013 By: Tom Lowe Series: The Early Church Title: The Coming of the Holy Spirit Scripture: Acts 2.1-2.4a Acts 2.1-2.4a (KJV) 1 And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. 2 And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Happy Are The Poor And Sad Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Sep 5, 2004

Jesus’ words just take the conventional wisdom and turn it on its head! "Happy are the poor and sad?" But let’s look closer - Is He right? *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

Mt 5:1 ¶ And seeing the multitudes, He went up on a mountain, and when He was seated His disciples came to Him. 2 Then He opened His mouth and taught them, saying: 3 ¶ "Blessed are the poor in spirit, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, For they shall be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-4

Denomination: Holiness

Polygamy And Concubines

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 14, 2006

This sermon answers a question from a church member regarding polygamy and concubines.

Note: This sermon was part of a series where I answered questions about the Bible submitted by the congregation. Question: Why did God leave polygamy of His people unchallenged? How did wives/concubines differ? Let me start with the second part of that question, because that is the easier part to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

Importance Of The Baptism In The Holy Spirit

Contributed by John Gaston on May 5, 2017

The Book of Acts portrays this event as not isolated, but a widespread phenomena which was considered normative to the N.T. believers. Have you experienced the Baptism in the Holy Spirit?

THE IMPORTANCE OF THE BAPTISM IN THE HOLY SPIRIT Acts 10:1-46 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: NOSTALGIA REMEMBER WHEN: 1. Marriages were likely to outlast all 3 wedding gift toasters? 2. Paperbacks had more passion on the covers than in their contents? 3. The only person you could find at a store at 3 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-46

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Blinded By Bitterness Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 11, 2023

Jonah was a bitter man. The question is - why was he bitter, and why was it wrong for him to harbor his resentment of Nineveh?

Most of us have heard the story of Jonah and the whale. We’ve heard how God told Jonah to go the evil city of Nineveh and warn them to repent of their wickedness… or perish. But Jonah didn’t want to go so he got on a boat and went entirely the other direction because he believed he could run from ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paul's Love Letter

Contributed by Jason Duhon on Oct 31, 2007

Paul’s Epistle to Philemon is an example of how Christians should love one another.

A. Opening 1. One of the best examples of a Christian’s love in action is in Paul’s epistle to Philemon. With only 25 verses, it is more accurately described as a note. Having written 13 of the 27 books in the New Testament, Paul the Apostle only wrote four to individuals: two to ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Why Does The Government Do More Than The Church To Help The Poor? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 26, 2015

This passage on the care of widows opens up a larger question: what's the place the church should have in the care of the poor (versus the place the government should have)?

THE POINT OF THE PASSAGE: Taking care of the needy widows was a big deal in the early church. - There was a different societal structure and a lack of social safety net back then. The church stepped in to help. - Unpack some of the passage. - The passage raises a more general question: why ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:3-16

Denomination: Baptist

What Are The Signs That Christ Could Return At Any Time?

Contributed by Eugene Pansler Jr on Sep 5, 2017

what are the 3 major signs that Christ could return at any time

What are the 3 major signs that Christ could return at any time, is it the economy, is it the middle east, or is it the price of energy? What are the three major signs that Christ could return at any time, (first, second, third) is a: 1. Lack of Answers. What are the 3 major signs ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus The Good Shepherd.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 20, 2024

"I AM the good shepherd. The good shepherd gives His life for the sheep" (John 10:11).

JESUS THE GOOD SHEPHERD. John 10:11-16. In John 10 Jesus effectively castigated the Pharisees for their failures as the spiritual shepherds of Israel. The image was familiar in a pastoral society, and echoed the Old Testament (e.g. Jeremiah 23:1-4). JOHN 10:11. In the fourth “I am” saying of ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Community In Action

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Jun 17, 2007

the church is a living organism not a stale organization. Community in action explains a church that is active for Christ

Catherine Lawes was told to stay away from the prisoners, but that didn’t stop Catherine When the first prison basketball game was held, she went…..walking into the gym with her three beautiful kids and she sat in the stands with the inmates. Her attitude was: “My husband and I are going to take ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Assembly Of God

To Deny Series

Contributed by Richard White on Mar 17, 2012

To deny ourselves is the call to total surrender

To Deny Luke 9:23 Matthew 19:16-23 Imagine yourself at the local gym; you are working out trying to get fit, loose weight, generally looking good. As you are on one of the machines you notice a friend coming to the gym. He gets out of his car grabs his gym bag, and just as he leaves the car to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ