Sermons on Gold Silver:

How Not To Betray Jesus Series

Contributed by Jeremy Mcquoid on May 16, 2019

4 attitudes that will stop us from betraying Jesus - 1) a readiness to repent, 2) an awareness of our weakness, 3) an appreciation of God's love, 4) a healthy fear of judgement

• The name Judas Iscariot is one of the most famous in the Bible, for all the wrong reasons. Judas is synonymous with betrayal. Back in 1986 the footballer Mo Johnston was called the greatest Judas in Scottish football because he made the unthinkable switch, moving from Glasgow Celtic, and all ...read more

Scripture: John 13:21-30, 1 Corinthians 3:10-15, Revelation 20:11-15, Romans 12:3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Learned Helplessness

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 18, 2016

This messages discusses how we have allowed ourselves to become helpless when it comes to dealing with our life situations. We choose not to take the time to study God's word so we are not equipped to really handle things His way.

Learned Helplessness Scriptures: 2 Timothy 2:15; 1 Corinthians 3:12-13 Introduction: The title of my message this morning is “Learned Helplessness.” The theory of learned helplessness, in psychology, was conceptualized and developed by American psychologist, Martin E.P. Seligman, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What God Did About It Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 3, 2020

Jesus Christ is the answer to the sin of the world and the darkness in us. Jesus Christ is the answer to the sin of the person sitting next to you. Jesus Christ is the answer to the sin in our own hearts.

WHAT GOD DID ABOUT IT John 1:29-34 #John1 READ John 1:29-34 [Responsive Reading, Congregation Reads Bold Print] The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, "Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world! 30 This is the One I meant when I said, 'A Man who comes ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bear Fruit (Part 4 Of 4) Series

Contributed by Tim Melton on Mar 1, 2021

As one abides in Christ, only then can he or she bear fruit that will last. Like the vine in John 15, it is only as we stay connected to Christ that Christ will bring about fruit in us and through us for His glory.

As we look at John 15, we must remember the context. Jesus was talking with His disciples. It was the end of the Last Supper, right before they walked to the Garden of Gethsemane where Jesus would be arrested. Jesus had just told them that one of them would betray Him. He had talked of how He was ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Check The Foundation

Contributed by Sean Dees on Mar 1, 2022

Foundations are important to a structure. Without a good foundation everything you build will fall apart if it's not on a solid foundation. All we do for God needs to be on a good foundation of Faith.

I. “IF” That word alone is mentioned 1,420 times in Scripture. A. The Dictionary describes "IF" this way : in case that; granting or supposing that; on condition that: Sing if you want to. Stay indoors if it rains. I'll go if you do. even though: an enthusiastic if small audience. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:3

How Far Do You Want To Go? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 15, 2021

Why did Elisha insist (3 times) to go with Elijah to his fiery chariot ride... but all of the "sons of the Prophets" insisted on standing some distance away?

(I opened the sermon by leading the congregation in an old hymn called "If Jesus Goes With Me I'll Go Anywhere". And then ended the sermon by singing the first verse and chorus with them again). In 1936, a 17 year old Bob Feller became a pitcher for the Cleveland Indians, and he ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Eschatology 10 Of 16 The Tribulation Period

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 13, 2022

The rapture of the church takes place in Revelation chapter 4.

But chapters 4 through 18 deal primarily with: • The Seal Judgments • The Trumpet Judgments • The Vial Judgments He has now severely judged the inhabitants of the earth. WAS HE RIGHT TO DO WHAT HE DID? He certainly was. Look at Rev. 19:1-2, we read, “And after these things I heard a great ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:7-9

Denomination: Baptist

Cut It Out

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Jun 7, 2023

Causing the little Ones to Stumble

Cut it Out! Mark 9:38-50 Do you remember when you were a kid and would tell other kids on the playground, “My daddy is bigger than your daddy”? A Bronx Tale is a film about a young man named “C”, who is growing up in the 60's, as he is guided by two father figures; one was his own father and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Trinity- Triune God

Contributed by Pastor Renji George on Aug 7, 2024

In contrast to the polytheism of the heathen world with its many gods and idols, the Christian faith centers in one God. This God, however, is revealed to be a Trinity, including the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.

Though, the word “Trinity” is not found in the Bible, yet scholars, Church history and traditions have validated it over the past 2,000 years along with many other theological concepts not found explicitly in the Bible. There are passages of scriptures found in the Bible that have hints of a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17, John 1:1-14, John 3:16, Colossians 2:9, John 8:58, Philippians 2:5-11, Matthew 28:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Does Religion Hinder Walking In The Spirit

Contributed by Gordon Brownlee on Nov 20, 2024

The word "Religion" is a deep well and It doesn't always represent a true faith in Jesus. Maybe its time to ask whether we are suffering defeat because of it's encroachment on our walk with God

Read it Or Watch it https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4YGiZA2VacQ Have you ever considered the influence other religions have had on your walk of faith? What defines them as different and what makes them a distraction rather then a help within our spiritual journey? The struggles that follow every ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16, Romans 8:12-15

Denomination: *other

Romans Chapter 3 Verses 1-8 - Messages In Romans – God Remains Faithful; Good Does Not Come From Evil Message 8 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 7, 2023

Paul sets out the case that the Jew had advantages but failed. Promises to Abraham looked at. Then he answers those who claim sin helps promote the character of God. The righteousness of God is set against man’s sin. Does good come out of evil?

ROMANS CHAPTER 3 VERSES 1-8 - MESSAGES IN ROMANS – GOD REMAINS FAITHFUL; GOOD DOES NOT COME FROM EVIL MESSAGE 8 [PART A]. INTRODUCING THE GREAT THEME OF THE CHAPTER {{Romans 3:1 “THEN what advantage has the Jew, or what is the benefit of circumcision? Romans 3:2 Great in every respect. First ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-2, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Romans 3:3-4, Genesis 12:1-2, Genesis 12:7, Genesis 13:14-16, Genesis 15:18, Genesis 16:16, Psalm 116:11, Psalm 51:6, Romans 3:5-6, Romans 3:7-8, Isaiah 5:20-21, Hebrews 9:27, Revelation 20:12-13, 1 Corinthians 3:12-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Truth Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

The sermon introduction uses the metaphor of sinkholes to illustrate the importance of building one's life on the solid foundation of Jesus's teachings, as per Matthew 7:24-27.

In May of 1981, Muffin was barking ferociously in the yard. Mae Rose Williams thought she was chasing a squirrel and came out to quiet her down. She didn’t see a squirrel. Instead she found a sinkhole opening up in the front yard of her Winter Park, Florida, home. It kept opening until it swallowed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Topics: Sinkholes, Faith Foundations, Hearing God's Word

Sermon Series: The Easter Challenge

Infiltrated

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 9, 2019

A study in the book of 2 Chronicles 4: 1 – 22

2 Chronicles 4: 1 – 22 Infiltrated 4 Moreover he made a bronze altar: twenty cubits was its length, twenty cubits its width, and ten cubits its height. 2 Then he made the Sea of cast bronze, ten cubits from one brim to the other; it was completely round. Its height was five cubits, and a line of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 4:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Through Our Works Of Service - Abilities & Personality? Series

Contributed by David Elvery on May 7, 2009

A short series on how people can serve God

Through Our Works of Service - Abilities & Personality? Gladstone Baptist Church - 12/6/05 In 1658 a young Italian boy lived in the town of Cremona. Legend has it, that like his townsfolk, Antonio loved music. Cremona was a town where musical ability was highly valued. But poor Antonio was ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Trumpets Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Aug 14, 2023

Study #5: This study looks at the Seven Trumpets and the Three Woes. The devastation of world war descends on the planet. Satan's demonic army, commanded by the Antichrist, goes after those who do not have the seal of God.

NOTE: This Bible study on the end times comes from the perspective of a pre-tribulation Rapture. In our last study we looked at the Seven Seals that will be opened, which will mark the beginning of the Tribulation period. Tonight, we are going to look at the Seven Trumpets that will be blown in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 8:7-13, Revelation 9:1-21, Revelation 11:15-19

Denomination: Baptist