Sermons on Goodly And Proper:

Death By Despair

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 25, 2020

Christians are to preach Christ's peace and the hope He brings to a hopeless, despairing world.

“Jesus went throughout all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom and healing every disease and every affliction. When he saw the crowds, he had compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Necessity Of Shed Blood Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 2, 2020

The precious blood of Jesus Christ, offered by Himself, purifies not only outwardly, as the Levitical sacrifices on the day of atonement, but inwardly unto the service of the living God. His death is the inaugurating act of the new covenant, and of the heavenly sanctuary.

The Book of Hebrews Tom Lowe 7/6/20 v Hebrews (9:13-22; KJV) 13For if the blood of bulls and of goats, and the ashes of an heifer sprinkling the unclean, sanctifieth to the purifying of the flesh: 14How much ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

Behemoth

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 19, 2020

A study in the book of Job 40: 1 – 24

Job 40: 1 – 24 Behemoth is not a dinosaur 1 Moreover the LORD answered Job, and said 2 “Shall the one who contends with the Almighty correct Him? He who rebukes God, let him answer it.” 3 Then Job answered the LORD and said: 4 “Behold, I am vile; What shall I answer You? I lay my hand over my ...read more

Scripture: Job 40:15

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Balaam Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 20, 2022

In order to avoid the angel, the donkey presses close to one side, crushing Balaam’s foot.

Balaam Balaam (Fast Facts) • Stories about Balaam occur in Numbers 22-24. • He is the son of Beor and a prophet in Pethor near the Euphrates River. • Scholars are not sure of the meaning of his name. • Some think it might mean either “glutton” or “foreigner.” • Others see a compound of “Bel” and ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

His, Theirs & Yours - Philippians 4:21-23 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 23, 2022

Do you think of greetings as an important part of your Christian life? The Bible places greater emphasis on the importance of how we greet one another than you might guess.

Philippians 4:20 To our God and Father be glory for ever and ever. Amen. 21 Greet all the saints in Christ Jesus. The brothers who are with me send greetings. 22 All the saints send you greetings, especially those who belong to Caesar’s household. 23 The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:21-23

The Church At War

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Sep 18, 2022

Saints, there is a colossal invisible war between good and evil taking place around us and just as retired Generals we see on TV explaining the strategy of of our enemy, this message will serve to open our eyes to expose the strength and methods that our enemy loves to use against God's people.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Romans 7:14-25) (14) "For we know that the law is spiritual: but I am carnal, sold under sin." (15) "For that which I do I allow not: for what I would, that do I not; but ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20, 2 Corinthians 10:3-6, 1 Timothy 6:12, 2 Timothy 4:7, Jude 1:3, Revelation 12:11, 1 Thessalonians 3:5, 1 Peter 5:8, 2 Corinthians 11:15, Hebrews 4:12, Romans 8:35-37, 1 Peter 5:8-9, Romans 7:14-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do Not Be Tongue Twisted

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 9, 2021

O, for one to prophesy and maybe a thousand to sing, but none for a vain thing.

For over forty years I was a hardcore Cessationist, but now believe that God can do whatever He wants in any dispensation. The Holy Spirit has not run out of gifts nor was stripped of some by God after the first century or when the Bible was completed. That said, there are manifestations of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23, Genesis 10:31, Revelation 5:9-11, 1 Corinthians 1:22, Acts 2:36-37, 1 Peter 4:11, 1 Corinthians 14:1-40, 1 Corinthians 13:8-13, 1 Corinthians 13:1-3, 1 Corinthians 12:7-12, 1 Corinthians 12:27-31, Romans 12:4-9, 1 Corinthians 12:10, Acts 26:14-15, Genesis 11:1-9, Acts 22:2, Acts 19:6, Acts 10:44-46, Acts 2:3-21, Acts 1:19, John 5:2, Mark 16:17, Isaiah 66:18, Isaiah 54:17, Isaiah 28:9-16, Ezra 4:7, Psalm 55:9, Deuteronomy 28:49, Acts 21:40, Genesis 10:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Cults Series

Contributed by Dennis King on Oct 5, 2022

Cults can trick almost anyone into believing their deadly garbage. Unless an individual pays close attention to what a valid version of the Bible says and means, it is easy for a person to be led down the devil's primrose path.

Cults Right now, as you read the title of this essay, you may be saying to yourself, “Well, I would never fall for that stuff.” Beware, cults can trick almost anyone into believing their deadly garbage. Unless an individual pays close attention to what a valid version of the Bible says and means, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:9

Denomination: Baptist

Ephesians Chapter 6 Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Nov 10, 2022

This is a detailed study verse by verse of Chapter 6. You will need to analyze, synthesize, and then summarize to fit your need.

Ephesians Chapter 6 Broken Families (Chuck Missler) *As of 1993 -National policies contribute to family instability and breakup. -Divorce is the public acknowledgement of failure. -Problem since the 1960s: after the Supreme Court outlawed mentioning God in schools. -Divorce rate: 2.2/1000; then ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sharing The Harvest Pt. 2 (Spiritually) Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 18, 2022

The Bible teaches us that we need to share the harvest financially, physically by discipling and mentoring others for the Kingdom of Heaven. But in the process of discipleship we share the harvest spiritually as well.

Series: Sharing the Harvest PT 2! (SPIRITUAL) Testimony Illustration: • Brock – Sharing my faith with others! • Ann – Mentoring others spiritually! Thesis: The Bible teaches us that we need to share the harvest financially, physically by discipling and mentoring others for the Kingdom of Heaven. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-27, Matthew 28:18-20, Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gideon Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 4, 2024

God called Gideon a “Mighty Warrior” even when he did not look like he was one. But we must remember that God sees what we do not see and we in turn must trust him and answer the call.

2024 Theme: Never seen before in 2024! To see something we have never seen before requires us to hear the voice of God when it comes to our lives – we need to hear and see God’s intended destiny for our lives. If we listen and open up our hearts to the HS, we will see things never seen before by ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Remnant That Leads To Salvation Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Oct 17, 2024

An exegetical series of 3 messages on Romans Chapter 11

The Remnant That Leads to Salvation Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org We now come to the final of three marvelous chapters that we have been studying in Romans so far this fall. I’m talking about Romans 11, of course. We are going to be taking a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:1-36

Denomination: Brethren

Does God Work In Mysterious Ways?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Oct 25, 2024

One of the first things every Christian needs to learn about God is that He is incomprehensible, which means we are not capable of fully understanding Him.

However, that does not mean He is mysterious because He has revealed Himself quite extensively in the Bible, nature, and especially in Jesus, who shows us a wonderful picture of what the Triune God is like, to the point that we can truly and intimately know Him well. I hear the phrase "God ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8-9, Ephesians 1:9, Colossians 1:24-29, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Way Of Salvation

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Apr 8, 2025

To establish that Jesus is the way of prophecy, promise, and proclamation in the New Testament. There is only one way, truth, and means of eternal life. No one can come unto the Father, except through how God ordained in Christ Jesus.

INTRODUCTION Outline: 1. The Way in Prophecy 2. The Way in Promise 3. The Way in Proclamation Introductory Remarks. 1. Our lesson today will discuss a theme: “The Way of Salvation.” This lesson will outline the salvation spoken of by the prophets and promised by Jesus: the only way to the Father, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:8, John 14:6, Acts 16:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Be-Attitudes Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 6, 2024

Attitudes can open the door to blessing or close the door to blessing! I believe attitude is the number one factor that opens the door to blessings from God. Your attitude to be Christ like determines your position within the Kingdom of Heaven. Attitude is your choice, no one else’s!

Series: Never Seen Before In 2024 Thesis: To see something we have never seen before in 2024 requires us to do something we have never done before! So, what is the “One Thing” you need to do that you have never done before to see your miracle – your breakthrough – a divine revelation or your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, Proverbs 16:18-19, Ephesians 4:32, Galatians 6:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational