Sermons on Godly Authority:

The Biblical Perspective On Unbelievers And The Danger Of Spiritual Blindness Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 20, 2025

The Bible teaches that Satan blinds the minds of unbelievers, preventing them from seeing the truth of God's love and salvation

The Bible teaches that Satan blinds the minds of unbelievers, preventing them from seeing the truth of God's love and salvation (2 Corinthians 4:4). But who are these unbelievers, and how do they act? More importantly, what about those who claim to be Christians but live like unbelievers, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:15-16

Delegating Responsibility (Exodus 18)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 23, 2024

Can the elderly offer wise, godly advice? Let's look at Exodus 18)

Can the elderly offer sensible, inspired advice? Is delegating responsibility a wise course of action? Was it God’s will for Moses to share authority with leaders of thousands, hundreds, fifties, and tens? Let’s look at Exodus 18. Had Moses sent his wife and sons back to his father-in-law? Now ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Heals The Brokenhearted And Hurting Marriages Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 29, 2024

Many marriages today are hurting and broken, leaving couples feeling hopeless and helpless.

Marriage is a sacred institution created by God, and it is designed to be a beautiful and fulfilling relationship between a husband and wife. However, many marriages today are hurting and broken, leaving couples feeling hopeless and helpless. But the good news is that God is a healer of broken ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:3-5, Proverbs 11:14, Ephesians 4:29

Just Like A Dad Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 21, 2005

Paul outlines important principles of Christian leadership and the job description of every godly father.

Just Like A Dad 1 Thessalonians 2:7-12, 19 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Today we honor our dads and by extension all of the men who play such important roles in the lives of our church and families. Being a dad has its challenges. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:7-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith That Waits For God’s Timing Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Dec 27, 2025

God’s delays are by design to develop godly character and deepen our dependence on Him

Last Sunday in our Dust to Life series we saw how Joseph’s fear of the Lord and godly convictions brought him through Potiphar’s wife's seductive siege. However, when she didn’t get her way with him and instead accused him of the wrongdoing, Potiphar had him thrown in jail. We don’t know ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 40:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Praying And Concern Father

Contributed by Van Williams on Jun 14, 2011

It is a fact that in today's time most children grow up and never serve the Lord after becoming adults. Ever notice that? Wonder why so many adults don't serve the Lord? David's son Absalom rebelled against him and tried to take the throne away from him

A PRAYING AND CONCERNED FATHER Job 1:5 Introduction: It is a fact that in today's time most children grow up and never serve the Lord after becoming adults. Ever notice that? Wonder why so many adults don't serve the Lord? David's son Absalom rebelled against him and tried to take the throne away ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:5

Denomination: Baptist

Doctrinal Drift Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 13, 2013

We who follow Christ are to exhibit a godly response to doctrinal drift in these later days.

“The Spirit expressly says that in later times some will depart from the faith by devoting themselves to deceitful spirits and teachings of demons, through the insincerity of liars whose consciences are seared, who forbid marriage and require abstinence from foods that God created to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Psalm 43 Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 19, 2020

We are going to examine this psalm as if it was written by godly King Hezekiah, although it could have been written by any of Israel’s godly kings. After David, he was the greatest king ever to sit upon the throne of Judea.

Home Lessons April 22, 2015 Tom Lowe Title: PSALM 43 A psalm of Hezekiah? Psalm 43 (KJV) 1 Judge me, O God, and plead my cause against an ungodly nation: O deliver me from the deceitful and unjust man. 2 For thou art the God of my strength: why dost thou cast me off? why go I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 43:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Reasons To Avoid Arguing Spiritual Things With Ungodly People Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 25, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore few reasons why we should avoid such debates.

As believers, we are often tempted to engage in spiritual debates with those who do not share our faith. However, the Bible warns us against arguing spiritual things with ungodly people. In this sermon, we will explore few reasons why we should avoid such debates. 1. Avoid Casting Pearls Before ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:14, Proverbs 29:9

The Power Of The Mind

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 9, 2025

The Tower of Babel teaches us a critical lesson: The mind is powerful, and what we set it on determines the outcome of our lives. Though the people of Babel used their mental unity for rebellion, God still acknowledged the unstoppable power of their minds.

THE POWER OF THE MIND By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 11:1-9 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 23:7, Romans 12:2, Philippians 4:8, 2 Corinthians 10:4-5, Ephesians 4:23 INTRODUCTION: The mind is the battlefield of destiny. What a person allows to dominate their mind will eventually dominate ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When Power Is Abused: God Still Defends The Righteous Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

1 Kings 21 is a powerful reminder that no abuse of power escapes the eyes of God. Ahab may have taken Naboth’s vineyard, but he couldn’t take it without consequence.

WHEN POWER IS ABUSED: GOD STILL DEFENDS THE RIGHTEOUS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 21:1-29 Supporting Texts: Micah 6:8; Isaiah 5:20-23; Proverbs 6:16-19; Psalm 94:20-23; Luke 12:15 INTRODUCTION: 1 Kings 21 records one of the darkest moments in King Ahab’s reign—the unjust seizure ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:1-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Paul Teaches On Gender Identity In Worship Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 18, 2014

Paul taught that blurring the gender identity lines in worship leads to mixed messages and a mixed witness to the world around us...

Sermon Brief Date Written: August 16, 2014 Date Preached: August 17, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series in 1 Corinthians Sermon Title: Paul’s Emphasis on Gender & Christian Worship Sermon Text: 1 Corinthians 11:2-16 [ESV] – read now DIM ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:2-16

Denomination: Baptist

Restore Your Broken Relationship With Your Spouse! Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 11, 2020

Most relationships experience issues and clashes at some point or another. In miserable relationships, the main cause of despondency is an absence of unconditional love and acknowledgment.

Most relationships experience issues and clashes at some point or another. In miserable relationships, the main cause of despondency is an absence of unconditional love and acknowledgment. Controlling, requesting an unreasonable desire are only manifestations of that cause. Many times, we should ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:17, 2 Corinthians 1:9

The Rewards Of Righteousness Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jan 7, 2004

Malachi - The Final Prophet (part 8) Godly Insight for Today & Malachi 3:13-18

✎ Like many adult children, I have some things left over from my growing up days still tucked away somewhere at my mom and dad’s house. One is a wall plaque I was given the summer of my high school graduation. My name is engraved below the words "Evangel Temple Worker of the Year." This ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:13-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Is The Lord Of The Ring Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 21, 2003

Satan wanted Jesus to bow down before him... how dare he? What possible reason would Satan even have to ask such an outrageous thing (part of a series on the book and movie trilogy by J.R.R. Tolkien).

OPEN: Several years ago, Christian Herter was running hard for reelection as Governor of Massachusetts, and one day he arrived late at a barbecue. He’d had no breakfast or lunch, and he was famished. As he moved down the serving line, he held out his plate and received one piece of chicken. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ