Sermons on Goodness And Mercy:

Psalm 45 - Psalm Of The Sons Of Korah Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 18, 2022

Psalm 45 is a magnificent Psalm, one of the Messianic ones. This one worships the beauty of the King and covers His glory. It is deep and full of worship.

Psalm 45 For the choir director; according to the Shoshannim. A Maskil of the sons of Korah. A Song of Love. Ron Ferguson 2021 ronaldf@aapt.net.au You will notice a title to this Psalm, and the word “shoshannim” means lilies and it is probable referring to the shape of the musical instrument ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:3, Revelation 1:15, Revelation 19:11-13, Hebrews 1:8-9, John 19:38-40, Exodus 30:22-29, Ephesians 5:26-27, Ephesians 5:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sunday Morning Religion

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 19, 2022

You can ride by most churches and they have a church sign outside telling the public what time their church services start.

But I have a problem with some churches posting on their church signs they worship God between 11 to 12 . According to the Word of God this is somewhat misleading! HOW IS IT MISLEADING? It implies we worship the Lord one hour a week and this is not what the Bible teaches we christians should be ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Considering Our Ways

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 23, 2022

There are churches being built all around the world. All Bible believers are excited about seeing Bible believing and Bible preaching churches being built that glorify this wonderful Savior we serve.

But all churches being built are not for the glory of God! Illus: There was a church in Columbia, South Carolina, that was growing faster than any church in the area at one time. In fact, they advertised throughout the city that they were the “Fasting Growing Church” in the city. They were growing ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

God And Creation

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 23, 2022

Someone has said that Genesis 1:1 is read more than any verse in the Bible.

This is especially true in January, since many begin the year with the determination to read the Bible through that year, but often that is as far as they get. However, if they only read this one verse, it will tell them a great deal about the God of the Bible. This one scripture is considered ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Armor Of God 8 Of 8

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 24, 2022

Many times when it comes to preaching on the armor of God, some preachers will stop with verse 17, but that is a mistake.

WHY IS THAT A MISTAKE? Because when you talk about putting on the whole armor of God, you need to include the weapon of PRAYER in verse 18. In our study of the armor of God we have seen that we must ... • TAKE THE GIRDLE OF TRUTH • TAKE THE BREASTPLATE OF RIGHTEOUSNESS • PUT ON THE SHOES OF THE ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

A Hope That Brings Life

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 29, 2022

This message is for those who struggle with the moral decay of our nation. It is intended to remind us that we are not to conform to the world; but rather, we are to stand firm in the laws and statutes of the New Jerusalem.

St. Augustine wrote a book entitled the City of God, in which he discussed our identity with the holy city.(1) Throughout the Old and New Testaments, both Jews and Christians identified themselves with Jerusalem. Wherever they journeyed or resided, they did not consider themselves citizens of ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Like A Child

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 29, 2022

We need to consider how our waning faith can become a hindrance to others. Jesus provides a warning about hindering other believers who have the faith of a child. It is also a warning about hindering children from coming to Christ.

Back when I was in college, one of my favorite songs was “Faith Like a Child” by Jars of Clay. Listen as I share some of the lyrics to this song: “Dear God, surround me as I speak; the bridges that I walk across are weak. Frustrations fill the void that I can’t solely bear . . . Sometimes, when I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Light In Earthen Vessels

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 29, 2022

God saw a lowly farmer like Gideon as a mighty warrior. When God looks at each of us, He sees a mighty warrior too. However, that warrior doesn’t appear unless we put our trust in the Lord and rely entirely on Him in faith.

Our text today will come from the New International Version. In our message we’re going to view a story about an ordinary man who had an intense struggle with trusting God, and this man’s name was Gideon. We will learn how when Gideon finally trusted the Lord, that he understood what it meant to ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-40, Judges 7:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 1 - A People Set Apart For God Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jan 12, 2024

We as a church are the ‘Ekklesia’ set apart for the Lord. Let us understand how we can be those called apart people who can take a stand for the Lord and not compromise with the world.

We read in Matthew 16:18, “And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.”(ESV) Jesus Christ said that He will build His church on the rock. Often people perceive that church is a building, and hence the first picture ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18, Revelation 2:14, Revelation 2:16, Numbers 23:9, Deuteronomy 33:28, Genesis 6:5, Genesis 6:9, Matthew 24:37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

What Would John Wesley Say?

Contributed by Lee Houston on Feb 1, 2024

Through the Twentieth Century, church membership in America stayed at roughly 70% of adults. In the last two-and-a-half decades, church membership has declined from 69% to 48%. This schism, this people leaving Protestant denominations, has a direct correlation with politics issues.

Title: What would John Wesley say? Specific purpose: to tackle the schism in major Protestant denominations Scriptures: Galatians 3:28, Romans 1:26-28, Acts 26:17-18, Matthew 5:18 Through the Twentieth Century, church membership in America stayed at roughly 70% of adults. In the last ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:28, Romans 1:26-28, Acts 26:17-18, Matthew 5:18

T’was The Night Before Christmas Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Feb 21, 2024

In this passage we are reminded of what God provided for us through Jesus. What did God provide for us through Jesus?

There’s probably no one here who is not familiar with Clement Moore’s famous poem … “T’was the night before Christmas when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, in hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there.” It’s ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Joshua 2: The Spies Found More Than Just Info! Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Feb 29, 2024

Spies have the mission to find out selected, desired, information and report what they found. Two Hebrew spies were sent to find out what they could about Jericho, but they found something they didn't expect to see!

Introduction: This second chapter of Joshua has the record of two spies, sent by Joshua, to get as much information about Jericho as they could. This chapter also has the account of how Rahab, a Canaanitess and native of Jericho, had come to believe in the God of Israel. Rahab protected the two ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Live A Life Of Startling Generosity

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Nov 26, 2024

We need perpetual reminders of God's undeserved love (his grace) for us. The Apostle Paul shows us how we as individuals and we as a congregation can then excel in the grace of giving.

A 6th grade Sunday school teacher was struggling with a lesson. She was preparing to teach a lesson on how Christians manage their material blessings. She knew that when her students were in confirmation class the pastor would share what the Bible says about stewardship of time, talents, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Ordinary Events That Changed The World Series

Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Dec 2, 2024

A Christmas message focused on the Innkeeper. When we examine the Christmas story and its many events, we see that they generally begin with insignificant, ordinary activities. Yet God does extraordinary things through these events.

OUTLINE From Ordinary to Extraordinary - Part 1 Ordinary events that changed the world Dr. Tom Bartlett December 1, 2024 Luke 2:4-7 (NIV) 4 So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. 5 He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7, John 1:11-12

Denomination: Other

The Parable Of Influence Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 4, 2024

Jesus tells us to focus on the humility and meekness of our faith and its influence on others. Tiny things can have great endings.

The Influence of the Kingdom November 10, 2024 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Luke 13:18-21 We have been away from the parables for a few weeks as we looked at the issues of spiritual blindness. We only have a few more parables to go in our study. This week I want to invite you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:18-21

Denomination: Brethren