Sermons on Grandmothers Are Now Mothers:

"For They That Be With Us Are More Than They That Be With Them..." Series

Contributed by Winson Butler on Jun 22, 2004

There are those times when well all have to rise above our circumstances. Our question for today is, Will I be able when that time comes? Yes. No matter our situation God is able and He has proven it time and time again. Let’s see an example together!

Introduction These are tough times. My grandmother used to say, "In times like these it’s always best to remember, there’s always been times like these!" But how do we rise above our circumstances? It has always been God’s plan we are victorious regardless of our adversaries. This message and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Compassion Of Your Savior

Contributed by David Richardson on Mar 25, 2007

Why did Jesus stay at the Jordan while His sick friend, Lazarus, lay dying in Bethany? Maybe a story like this one was the reason.

The Compassion of Your Savior John 11:31-32 31 When the Jews who had been with Mary in the house, comforting her, noticed how quickly she got up and went out, they followed her, supposing she was going to the tomb to mourn there. 32 When Mary reached the place where Jesus was and saw him, she ...read more

Scripture: John 11:31-32

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Are You Denying Jesus?

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Mar 27, 2001

Are you denying Jesus? Would you deny Jesus like Peter? We will look at seven ways some Christians deny Jesus.

‘ARE YOU DENYING JESUS”? MATTHEW 26:69-75 David Brainerd, the famous missionary to the American Indians, proclaimed this truth throughout his ministry. He said, “I never got away from Jesus and Him crucified in my preaching. I found that once these people were gripped by the great evangelical ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:69-75

Denomination: Baptist

God's Last Word Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 7, 2016

God spoke to us in a Son, who owns it all, made it all, and is Lord of all.

Many years ago, there was a man in Wales, who worked very hard to win a certain lady’s affection. She was his neighbor; and every week for 42 years, the shy, but persistent suitor slipped a love letter under her door. They had had a fight, and she simply refused to talk to him. Then after ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Watch Your Back! David & Saul Series

Contributed by Keith Manry on May 18, 2004

Part 4 in a series on the Life of David.

Insights from the Life of David – Part 4: “Watch Your Back! David & Saul” I Samuel 18:5-29 If you’ve been with us over the past three weeks you know that we’re studying the life of David who the Bible tells us was “a man after God’s own heart.” Our study began three weeks ago as we discovered that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:5-29

Denomination: Methodist

Dealing With The Silence Of God

Contributed by Todd Bishop on Jun 26, 2002

prayer

INTRODUCTION I am not sure about all of you, but I know that there have been some times in my life where I have cried out to God … asking Him for some kind of answer … and NOTHING! NO response! NO answer! Just absolutely NOTHING! SILENCE!!! I have, at times, felt so let down … so hurt that I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 28:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

“family Promises”

Contributed by George Yates on Apr 10, 2012

As we look at Jesus ancestors we see a heritage of Grace.

I. Genealogies can tell us a lot about our ancestors, sometimes about who we are and occasionally who our offspring will be A. I remember growing up and being told of one of my great greats whose name was John Pidcock (this is my fraternal grandmother’s maiden name) 1. Every year the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Is There A Man In The House?

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008

It is time for the men of God to rise up.

“Is There A Man In the House?” Text: Genesis 1:26; 2:7-9, 15-17; 3:1-9, 14-15 Ezekiel 22:23-30 Introduction: The Equal Rights Amendment was first introduced in the political arena in 1914. However, it was not ratified until 1972. This amendment allows for the equal rights of women in the ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:22-30, Ezekiel 22:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Can Make A Difference!

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Aug 1, 2008

A sermon devoted to encouraging hearers to believe that God can use them right where they are to touch others for the kingdom.

You Can Make a Difference! Col 1:3-6 Intro. Of the three network news cast, I prefer NBC because there is a segment at the end of the broadcast called “Making a Difference.” They report stories of individuals who have done just that—amazing stories of those who were not satisfied with the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

It's Ok To Give Props To The Good Guys

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 14, 2016

You weren't a warlock or a pimp when you were saved, just a goody-two-shoes? Awesome!

Pastor Mike Mizell mentioned as part of his message tonight that sometimes we give too much attention to those who were saved out of some wretched background versus someone saved from a good background. Indeed, you can do the national speaking circuit if you were the high priestess of a coven, a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Overwhelming Or Overcoming? It Depends

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Sep 23, 2008

Autobiographical account of memories of race relations. Christ gives us the power to overcome backgrounds that might overwhelm us.

If you find yourself facing a monstrous evil, there are really only two choices: either to run or to fight. Either to run or to fight. Now most of us will try a third choice; we will try to ignore the problem. But that won’t work. That won’t work. Massive, monstrous evil demands a response: ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Spreading Tree Of Influence

Contributed by John Gaines on Jun 2, 2006

Every Christian is either a first-generation Christian or on who has a family history of some faith and dedication to the Lord. Both are valuable assets to the church when used properly.

INTRODUCTION I. FIRST GENERATION CHRISTIANS A. How many of you are ‘first generation Christians’? By that term, I mean people who do not have parents or close family members who were members of the church of Christ who taught or influenced you to obey the gospel. You studied the Bible for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Outcast Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 26, 2022

Hagar tells her story

They call me “the old woman” now, behind my back. To my face it’s still a respectful “grandmother.” And the little ones still come to hear the stories of the old days, the days of struggle and doubt. But there’s no one left who’s ever been to Egypt, or lived in a town. Sometimes even I forget that ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Finish Well Together: Keep The Faith Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Apr 11, 2025

Have you ever doubted that there is a God who loves you enough to die on the cross to pay the penalty for your sins? What if you knew how keeping your faith in Jesus Christ would empower you to press on? Get ready to learn how to run the race in a way that will enable you to finish well!

(If you feel this sermon is helpful, you are welcome to visit https://danachau.thinkific.com/ for a free online course.) Finish Well Together: Keep the Faith 2 Timothy 1:1-18 This morning we begin a seven-part study in Paul's second letter to Timothy. We encourage all our small groups to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-18

Denomination: *other

Worship Is Not ... Series

Contributed by Rev. Saeed Richardson on Aug 28, 2004

In looking into the reality of spiritual authenticity of worship, walk, and witness, this sermon looks into the first part of worship "is not".

Worship IS NOT! When speaking of the relationship between the Jews and the Samaritans of this time we must understand that there was a hatred and bitterness greater than any that we could probably imagine. The closest example I can think of to relate Jews and Samaritans may be that of segregation ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-24

Denomination: Baptist