Sermons on Groaning:

The Great Depression # 4

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 31, 2021

Last week, as we considered THE GREAT DEPRESSION, we dealt with the life of Elijah. He is the ideal person to study when you study the subject of depression.

WHY IS HE THE IDEAL CANDIDATE FOR THIS STUDY? Because of what the Word of God says about him. Look at James 5:17, we read, "Elias was a man subject to like passions as we are…" Elijah represents us in that - (1) HE HAD HIS HIGH DAYS He enjoyed the highest of highs. We Americans ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Our Requests Granted 1 Of 2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 8, 2022

Today we want to look at a man in the scriptures by the name of Jabez.

• He was not a great prophet or preacher • He was not a wise ruler over a great nation • He was not a famous soldier, known for his heroic deeds He is in the Scriptures because of a prayer He prayed. Some prayers that some men and women have prayed have rocked the nation in which they ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Sustaining Christian Ministry-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 6, 2025

1 of 4. The apostle Peter concerned himself with sustaining Christian ministry. Christian ministry must be sustained indefinitely. But, ?What sustains Christian ministry? Or: ?How is Christian ministry sustained? Christian ministry is sustained thru...

SUSTAINING CHRISTIAN MINISTRY-I—2Peter 1:12-15 So far in our analysis of 2Peter, we’ve discovered some provisions for God’s people that are ACQUIRED Thru FAITH(1:1-4)... Those being: 1. TRUSTWORTHY APOSTLES(:1a) 2. CHRISTIAN FAMILY(:1b) 3. The SINGULAR, PERFECT SAVIOR(:1c) 4. MULTIPLIED GRACE ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Why Choose The Donkey

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Apr 9, 2025

Palm Sunday

Why Choose the Donkey Luke 19:28-44 Good Morning Today is the day most Christians celebrate as Palm Sunday. One of the most baffling things about Palm Sunday and the Easter story is the fact that Jesus’ Disciples didn’t understand what was happening in Jerusalem that day. Until Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Problem Of Suffering And The Panacea Of Our Savior Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Apr 21, 2025

When in Jesus' ministry of healing and teaching, he addresses the reality of the suffering that we experience and solves the root problem of our suffering - sin.

It’s not uncommon for people to ask the question, “why do bad things happen to good people?” Or to state it another way, “if God is good, why do bad things happen?” It can sometimes feel like the worst things in life happen to some of the best people. At times it can feel like God is out to get ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Story Behind John 3:16

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Feb 11, 2026

John 3:16 is one of the most loved verses in all the Bible. There's more to the story, though.

The Story Behind John 3:16 Introduction: There’s no greater love anyone can express beyond what our Lord Jesus Christ did for us. “John 3:16” has been used as a graphic (remember seeing football and other fans wearing vests with that reference on them?) and a quote. But there’s more to the story, ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

God Approved Sufferings

Contributed by Jedidiah Jedidiah on Aug 19, 2025

The Bible frequently presents suffering not as a sign of God's rejection, but as a tool He uses for spiritual growth and refinement. The common reaction of men is to reject suffering as a natural human tendency. The Bible acknowledges this, but also provides a different perspective.

God Approved Sufferings The Bible frequently presents suffering not as a sign of God's rejection, but as a tool He uses for spiritual growth and refinement. The common reaction of men is to reject suffering. This part of the statement reflects a natural human tendency. We instinctively avoid ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:11

Finding God's Will For Your Life

Contributed by Tommy Jackson on Aug 31, 2002

How can we find God’s will for our lives?

Finding God¡¦s Will For Your Life (Rom 12:2 NIV) Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is--his good, pleasing and perfect will. OPEN: This morning my message title is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Esther – "For Such A Time As This”

Contributed by David Parks on Jan 30, 2003

It was a time that cried out for a good woman of courage, Esther. Est. 4:13-16. Her silence would have been sin – in a responsible position, in a time that needed good people – of conviction and prayer.It was true in her time. It is still true in our time

ESTHER – “FOR SUCH A TIME AS THIS” INTRODUCTION Text: Est. 4:13-16. 1 You’ve probably heard the adage, "behind every good man is a good woman." 2 I prefer, "Behind every good man is a surprised mother-in-law." 3. Today we will study a case in which it could be said, "Behind a great man (who was ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Women

Contributed by Michael Davis on Feb 18, 2003

God has and will continue to use wemon to point others to the Glory of God.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2003 NATIONAL WOMENS MINISTRIES DAY JOHN 11:41-44 The Bible says that a certain man, named Lazarus, in the town of Bethany was sick. We remember that Mary and Martha sent unto Jesus and said, “Lord, behold, he whom thou lovest is sick.” Jesus explained to them that the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:41-44

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Understanding The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Brandon Boyd on Apr 30, 2001

A doctrinal sermon that is a basic outline of the Holy Spirit’s work in the life of the Christian

4-29-2001 Loami BUILDING CHRISTIAN FOUNDATION “Understanding the Holy Spirit” Theme: The Holy Spirit is the Person of God that Transforms Our Lives Today Text: Various: John 14-16 Aim: The congregation will better understand the spirit and then allow Him to work in their lives by giving ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Way Home

Contributed by Mike Richardson on May 16, 2001

There is only one true way home and that is throught the doorway of death. One day we all must journey home.

II Cor. 5:1-2, 8 “The Way Home” INTRO: There was a little girl who walked to her house through the cemetery every day after school. She loved to feel the breeze in her hair and to watch the birds. Sometimes she just threw herself on the rich, green grass, and watched the clouds turn into ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-2, 2 Corinthians 5:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Jet Tour Thru Exodus Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Apr 4, 2002

Synopsis of the Book of Exodus

A Jet Tour Thru Exodus I. The Name of the Book - Exodus A. Origin of the name - used by Septuagint translators; word also used of the Exodus in Heb. 11:22. B. Hebrew Title – These are the names (1:1) C. Meaning of the name - Exit, Departure, the Going Out. II. The Author of the Book - Moses A. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Service

Contributed by John Hamby on May 9, 2002

Funeral service for a Christian lady - 70 years of age.

Funeral for Christian Lady Job 19:25-27 It is at times such as this that we are sure that no one else as ever experienced the pain and loneliness that we feel. That no one understands what we are going through. Although it is ...read more

Scripture: Job 19:25-27, Job 19:21-28, Job 19:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

Satisfaction Guarenteed

Contributed by Jay Patton on May 16, 2002

This is a sermon that addresses God’s general invitation.

Introduction: 29 Palms illustration READ SCRIPTURE Background: Messianic passage 49:1-57:21 Isaiah 52-53 (Messiah’s atonement). Isaiah 54 (Israel’s restoration). Isaiah 55 (the great invitation). REDEMPTION ► SPREAD TO ALL ► INVITATION GOES OUT Proposition: True satisfaction can ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-2

Denomination: Baptist