Sermons on Gregory P Elder:

The Wicked Tenants

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 12, 2002

The Biblical metaphor of Jesus being the cornerstone which the builders rejected conveys the understanding that without Jesus we can do nothing (John 15:5).

THE WICKED TENANTS Text: Matthew 21:33-46 In modern day, we tend to think of a cornerstone as a stone that is inscribed and placed in the corner of the foundation of a building that marks the beginning of the building. The way that the Bible uses the word cornerstone means much more than ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46

Denomination: United Methodist

The Ten Virgins

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Nov 7, 2002

Matthew 25:1-13 is a parable about two groups of maidens or virgins---the prepared and the unprepared.

THE TEN VIRGINS Text: Matthew 25:1-13 "Although Douglas MacArthur graduated from West Point at the top of his class, he continued to prepare himself for service to his country. He studied every military textbook he could get his hands on. He visited battlefields and personally reviewed the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

Voices And Choices

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 24, 2009

We have to be cautious because much like the original audience of Proverbs, we are in a marketplace of voices that compete for our time, attention and even our allegiance. Proverbs 1:7 reminds us that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.

VOICES AND CHOICES Text: Proverbs 1:20 – 33 Matthew Henry once made the point that the book of Proverbs gives us a “…. necessary caution against bad company”. Matthew Henry’s comment reminds me of something I always heard when I was growing up which was “If you lie down with dogs, then ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:20-33

Denomination: United Methodist

The Cup

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Sep 14, 2011

The wrath that was due us fell on Him.

(You can read all of Jonathan's sermons on blog.fhfbc.org or you can sign up for his Sermon of the Week by contacting jonrmcleod@gmail.com.) This sermon is based on chapter 3, “Looking Below the Surface,” in The Cross of Christ by John Stott. THE AGONY IN THE GARDEN OF ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Baptist

Foundational Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Nov 22, 2015

Today, it appears the Thanksgiving season is open season to make merchandise of the Gospel with the purpose of making money. To use the Thanksgiving season as an prelude to touching the Holy things of God with unholy hands is an insult to the Lord who has given us the blessings we enjoy

Foundational Thanksgiving Understanding Our For Fathers Heart Introduction: The tradition of Thanksgiving in America and it's focus on God and His blessing date way back, such as: "The main thrust of celebrating Thanksgiving here in America, is from the familiar story of the Pilgrim's ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Singleness And Marriage

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Sep 13, 2018

Based on Tim Kellar's book and "How to Avoid Falling in Love with a Jerk" by John Van Epp, PhD.

Here is a video of it: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:7

Denomination: Vineyard

The Witness Stand

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jun 15, 2011

Everything we do as Christians witnesses to others who we are and what we believe. We cannot avoid our "witness stand" as Christains.

THE WITNESS STAND Text: I Peter 3:13 - 22 "A man went out to a river for a time of quiet meditation one morning. During his meditation he noticed that the river was rising as well as a scorpion that was trapped in the roots of a tree. He tried to release the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-22

Denomination: United Methodist

The King And His Kingdom Of Light (2004)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 23, 2022

In Colosse, the community to whom the apostle Paul wrote the New Testament Epistle we know today as Colossians, Paul was addressing the concerns of those who were being led astray by false teachers.

THE KING AND HIS KINGDOM OF LIGHT Text: Colossians 1:11-20 Probably everyone remembers the story of the Pied Piper. It is a story---- a German legend about a musician who lived in a town called Hamelin. As the story goes, the Pied Piper, played his flute and got the rats of the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:11-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Are You Robbing God?

Contributed by Brussy Soriton on Sep 22, 2025

We often rob God through neglect of tithes, Sabbath, worship, health, and talents—but His grace restores us.

ARE YOU ROBBING GOD? “Are you a robber?” A question that may sound harsh, even offensive, to many people. After all, who among us would consciously and openly admit that we are robbers? We often imagine a robber as someone carrying a weapon, wearing a mask, breaking into houses, or hijacking ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

American Idols Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Apr 21, 2006

Paul focuses on the fact that if anything, or anyone, sits on the throne of your life other than Jesus that is called idolartry.

American Idols (04-02-06) Romans 1:22-31 Pastor Jeff Williams American Idols? How many of you watch American Idol? Do you get angry when your favorite performer is voted off? Would like to sing in front of Simon Cowell? Me neither! In our country, there are a lot of American Idols. I’m ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:22-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Jesus Would Say To A Muslim Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 24, 2010

Summary of Islam along with what Jesus has said in the Gospel of John. Concludes with some ways to reach Muslims with the Gospel.

What Jesus Would Say to a Muslim John 14:6 Rev. Brian Bill 10/24/10 I’d like you to picture hundreds of Muslims bowing to the ground in prayer. What kinds of feelings well up within you? Now imagine an image of some angry followers of Islam. How does that affect your emotions? Do you ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Baptist

Paul Before Festus Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 28, 2017

Those two years that Paul languished in prison are silent years in the life of Paul. Perhaps he was exasperated by it all. We don’t know. We do know that the hand of God was discernible in all this, and His purposes were carried out.

July 11, 2016 Acts of the Apostles By: Tom Lowe Lesson: Paul Before Festus (Acts 25:1-27) ...read more

Scripture: Acts 25:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Joshua Part 2 (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jan 23, 2023

footnotes by biblegateway.com, notes by Marilyn Hickey

Israel Is Defeated at Ai; Conquest of covenant curse 7 But the sons of Israel acted unfaithfully in regard to the things under the ban, for Achan, the son of Carmi, the son of Zabdi, the son of Zerah, from the tribe of Judah, took some of the things under the ban, therefore the anger of the Lord ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

The End Of Things

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 12, 2007

Farewell sermon.

There is nothing more poignant than considering the end of things. Whenever we experience the end of things it helps us consider what is really important. I was struck this week by John Piper’s journal entry: He recounted as he sat beside the bed of his father keeping a vigil. He monitored his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-32

Denomination: Other

The Response To Jesus: Judas And Peter Series

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Nov 20, 2012

The betrayal of Judas and the denial of Peter came within hours of each other. The responses were similar, but, the overall outcome of each of these men was completely different. This morning I want to take a look at the betrayal of Judas and the denial

Last week we discussed the response to Jesus by Zacchaeus. His response was immediate. We talked last week about how our response to Jesus needs to be like this tax collector. We must own up to our mistakes. Repent, and then offer our lives as an example of what a follower of Jesus looks like. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:47-63

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ