Sermons on Hand Of The Lord:

Uncommon Purity: Joseph Series

Contributed by Seth Alexander on Feb 17, 2015

We must live Uncommon lives. See how Joseph lived with an Uncommon Purity

Uncommon Purity: Joseph Genesis 39:1-23 Live an uncommon life. Jesus Prayed for us: John 17:15-18 NIV My prayer is not that you take them out of the world but that you protect them from the evil one. They are not of the world, even as I am not of it. Sanctify them by the truth; your word is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Fighting Yourself Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 15, 2015

This is the 11th sermon in the series "The Cure". This sermon looks at the struggles of a Christian.

Series: The Cure [#11] FIGHTING YOURSELF Romans 7:1-25 Introduction: This morning we are going to talk about something that I know a lot about- Fighting. Now, before you judge me, most of you are really good at fighting as well. Whether it’s physically fighting, (like my brother and I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

They Are Watching Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 31, 2015

This is the 4th sermon in the series "Don't Be Discouraged". Christians, people are watching us. Do they see you or Jesus?

Series: Don’t Be Discouraged [#4] THEY ARE WATCHING 1 Peter 2:11-25 Introduction: I have said many times that this generation of youth and children are difficult to deal with. It is discouraging to see how they behave and is more discouraging to realize that they have learned this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-25

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Baptized

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 15, 2015

It didn't just happen. Jesus sought out John and traveled a good distance for no other purpose than to be baptized. So why did Jesus want to be baptized?

Jordan River (1) Jesus Baptized (Psalms 2:7) Matthew 3:3-17, Mark 1:9-11, Luke 3:21-23, John 1:29-34 Water baptism does not save you, but every believer should be baptized, because Jesus, Himself, commanded it. He said, “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:3-17

Denomination: Baptist

Answer Four: God's Wisdom Is Revealed Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 21, 2015

Paul gives the Corinthian church a fourth answer to the division in the church. That answer basically is that the church should revolve around the wisdom of God that is revealed by the Holy Spirit, and nothing else.

One of the greatest causes of division in a church is pride. Pride, arrogance, superiority, thinking too highly of oneself—no form or shape of self-centeredness has any part in God’s church. The Corinthians had an intellectual pride that was becoming deeply rooted in the church. This ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

Come To Church And Come To Christ

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 23, 2015

The real question isn't why don't people come to church, but rather, why don't people come to Christ??

The Day the Roof Caved In Mark 2:1-12 Matthew 22 talks about the Master giving an invitation for to all to come to a great supper. They responded with excuses. One excuse is just as bad as another, but one that I have heard many times is this, "If I ever stepped foot in the church, the roof ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Foursquare

God's Grace For Prisoners And Jailers

Contributed by Billy Ricks on May 31, 2015

A sermon shared with prisoners of the England AR Jail. The pain and suffering of Paul and Silas were used to reach the prisoners and Jailer. If they had not be thrown into the Jail the prisoners and Jailer would not have heard the Gospel.

Intro: In 1993, Charles Colson received the Templeton Prize for Progress in Religion. The $1 million prize is the largest prize for achievement in any field. It is ranked higher than the Nobel prizes in such fields as science and literature, in the belief that religion is more important. Colson, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Baptist

"Love Your Enemies" Series

Contributed by Kendall Hicks on Apr 5, 2016

I do not write out sermon manuscripts. This is a brief outline of the first message in the series "Say What? (Some Head-Scratching Statements of Jesus)."

INTRO: It’s Valentine’s Day, so let’s start with a quick survey: Has anyone here every broken-up with someone before Valentine’s Day so you wouldn’t have to buy them a present? (Don’t tell me I’m the only one!). Yes, I have done that. When I was single, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You A Branded Person?

Contributed by Palitha Jayasooriya on Apr 18, 2016

A short Devotional to encourage those who have been put down by others and to help them understand the value that God places on them.

Are You A Branded Person? When they let me out of prison, I held my head up high Determined i would rise above the shame But no matter where I'm living, the black mark follows me I'm branded with a number on my name I’d like to hold my head up and be proud of who I am But they won’t ...read more

Scripture: John 1:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Revival: A Surprising Move Of God Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Apr 26, 2016

Revival is when God does a fresh work in those who are already saved, in His family, flock, Kingdom. . . who have grown weak through sin, got religious, lost their fire.

Revival: A Surprising Move of God (Revival Primer & Preparation Series) 1 of 4 September 2, 2015 CFBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson Introduction: A On September 26, Dr. Len Turner will be leading our annual revival services. 1 We’ve had revival services at CFBC on an annual basis for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

We Don't Need More Pretenders Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 3, 2016

Adonijah, one of the sons of David, set himself up to be the King of Israel. However he was a pretender who constantly sought to tha short-cuts. This passage reminds us that, in God's kingdom, we don't need more pretenders.

You can listen to the full message here:- http://www.nec.org.au/listen-to-a-sermon-series/kings-series/ Message 1 Kings 1:5-2:10 “We Don’t Need More Pretenders” Last week we learnt two important truths about 1 & 2 Kings. That the book gives us a very selective account history … 400 years covered ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Justified By His Grace

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 8, 2013

To show that we are justified by His Grace.

I. EXORDIUM: Are we justified by His Grace? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we are justified by His Grace. IV. TEXT: Titus 3:7 (Amplified Bible) 3:7 [And He did it in order] that we might be justified by His grace (by His favor, wholly undeserved), [that we ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

False Teachers Actions Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Sep 9, 2013

Watch out for false teachers inside and outside the church.

Let us continue to worship our God by listening to His Eternal Word given to us through the Apostle Peter. Please open your Bibles to 2 Peter Chapter 2….. Last week we noted from the end of Chapter 1 of 2 Peter, Christians are to take seriously God’s foretelling of the future. What ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Study Of Romans 5:12-21 Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 14, 2013

Romans 5 is a very misunderstood text in the Bible. Verses within it are used to teach many doctrines that are not being taught if you examine the passage within its context.

Romans 5 is a very misunderstood text in the Bible. Verses within it are used to teach many doctrines that are not being taught if you examine the passage within its context. We need to remember the argument that Paul has been making up to this point in the book. Chapters 1-3a: All men have sinned ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spring Cleaning Winter Series

Contributed by Carol Mote on Nov 19, 2009

Rediscovering your eternal birthright.

The question of where do you begin at the start of Advent has been on my mind recently. How can you gain a sense of setting out on the Advent journey, towards the miraculous Birth of Christ; and feel purposeful, focused and perhaps more importantly, humbled as you consider the true wonder of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Methodist