Sermons on Guard Rail:

Prayer Power

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 7, 2014

A powerful story in Acts 12, where we see the death of James.

APR 7 2013PM Prayer Power Acts 12:1-12:25 Tonight we come to a powerful story in Acts 12, where we see the death of James. READ Acts 12:1-2. There’s not a whole lot of space devoted to this story, but I’m sure that this was a great loss to the early church. I’m sure that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

We Also Are Ambassadors

Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 15, 2003

As the Spirit touches and moves your heart, would you stand for the Great Shepherd and say to your heart, "Yes Lord! I want to be your ambassador."

June 30, 1996 INTRODUCTION: We call him Mr. Ambassador. He rides in his beautiful, elegant, black Cadillac. In front of his Cadillac are small, flying flags that symbolize the country he represents. He has dedicated guards that closely watch him in every move he makes. He has a personal secretary ...read more

Denomination: Adventist

Armor Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 12, 2025

Rely on God’s strength, not your own, by putting on His spiritual armor to stand firm against life’s battles and spiritual opposition.

Some of us came today weary, worried, and worn thin. You packed lunches and carried burdens. You tied shoes and untied knots in your soul. You answered emails while questions went unanswered in your heart. You smiled at the cashier while a thousand thoughts buzzed like bees behind your eyes. You’re ...read more

Topics: Armor, Protection

He Is Not Here, He Is Risen Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 28, 2001

an exposition on Matt ch 27

HE IS NOT HERE, FOR HE IS RISEN Matthew 27 v. 62 - ch 28 v. 20 we see here:- 1. The Priority of His Resurrection i.e. if Christ is not risen:- (a) His Divinity is Disproved -He is a fraud in His person, his position, his practice, and his pronouncements (b) His Death is Dismissed - He is a ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Gaining A Mature Witness

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 1, 2009

Christians are to mature in their walk with Christ and have a mature witness

Gaining a Mature Witness Philippians 1:12-18 February 8, 2009 Evening Service Introduction During the days of World War II there were three pastors who led national movements in the church. 1. Dietrich Bonhoeffer, who joined a movement to overthrow Hitler, lectured in the US during a period of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-18

Denomination: Church Of God

The Silver Lining

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Sep 15, 2003

Sermon on discouragement

THE SILVER LINING Philippians 1:12-14 11/29/94 There is an old saying that "beneath every cloud there is a silver lining". While those word sound real nice they offer very little comfort if you are going through a difficult time. While that saying is not found in the Bible, the principle behind ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-14

Denomination: Bible Church

He Has Risen Indeed!

Contributed by Andy Flowers on Mar 31, 2008

Easter

Easter Service- 2008 Title- He Has Risen Indeed! Text- Matthew 28 Matthew 28:1-20 Now after the Sabbath, as it began to dawn toward the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary came to look at the grave. 2 And behold, a severe earthquake had occurred, for an angel of the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Living Above Reproach

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 19, 2025

Living above reproach does not mean being perfect, but it means being so transparent, honest, and consistent in your walk with God that accusations find no ground.

LIVING ABOVE REPROACH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Timothy 3:2-7 Supporting Texts: Titus 1:6-9, Proverbs 10:9, Psalm 15:1-5, Hebrews 12:14, 1 Peter 2:12 INTRODUCTION: In a world filled with challenges, accusations, and moral pitfalls, living a life that is above reproach is essential for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:2-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Religion's Favorite Sin

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Oct 2, 2005

the danger of hypocrisy

Intro: one of the classic, I Love Lucy shows was the show where Lucy and Ethel traded places with Ricky and Fred; one of the funniest parts of that show was when Ricky put a whole box of yeast into his dough and it overflowed the oven. Yeast is a powerful substance, just a little is needed to make ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rocky Revelations - Part 2 - Knock Down Vs. Knockout Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 16, 2009

The "Italian Stallion" faced some serious opponents. He squared off with the "Master of Disaster", "The Southside Slugger", and "The Siberian Express" just to name a few. Each time Rocky shocked the world! He won our hearts. He can also teach a thing o

Rocky Revelations Part 2 – Knockdown vs. Knockout I. Introduction In part one of this series we talked about pain. Pain is inevitable. Pain is impartial. Pain has a purpose. Pain purifies us. Pain speaks to us. Pain pushes us. Pain positions and prepares us. Pain makes us rely on God. ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Touched By An Angel

Contributed by Kenneth R. Jenkins on Mar 12, 2022

Being encounter by angels.

Touched By an Angel Acts 12:6-10 I would like to try and preach from this text with today’s subject, “Touched by An Angel”. In every story, there are heroes and villains. The villain is the one that has that evil plan hatched in his mind only to destroy; an antagonist by nature and the adversary ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Captivity (2 Kings 25)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 8, 2025

Would God send our sinful nations into captivity? Let's look at 2 Kings 25.

What would happen if our sinful people were punished by being deported to a foreign land? Would God possibly bless those who repented there? Let’s look at 2 Kings 25. What happened to Zedekiah as the king of Babylon destroyed Jerusalem? And in the ninth year of his reign, in the tenth month, on ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Power Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jul 12, 2002

This sermon demonstratest the power of prayer, showing how God can and will do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine if we just PRAY!

Prayer Power Acts 12:1-25 July 7, 2002 Intro: A. [Traveling On Your Knees] Last night I took a journey to a land across the seas. I didn’t go by ship or plane I traveled on my knees. I saw so many people there In bondage to their sin, And Jesus told me I should go, That there were souls to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Release From Stubbornness Series

Contributed by Tim White on Apr 8, 2013

Three groups can help us understand our resistance to trusting in the Resurrection of Jesus.

I read a story of a man who was on his way to the airport to catch a plane. He came to an intersection where his wife had told him he needed to turn left to get to the airport. It was a narrow little road and he was on a board road that also would let I see some of nature’s beauty. He decided ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Escape Part 1 Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 22, 2023

The point is Jesus has broken our chains, and all we have to do is get up and walk out of our cell.

The Great Escape – 1 Text: Acts 12:6-11 Introduction 1. When all I see is the battle, you see my victory When all I see is the mountain, You see a mountain moved And as I walk through the shadow, Your love surrounds me There's nothing to fear now for I am safe with You. So, when I fight, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:6-11

Denomination: Methodist