Sermons on Hands Be Strong:

The Book Of Galatians – Chapter 5:12-15 - Message 19 – Freedom Brings Extra Responsibility – How To Love One Another, And Christian Cannibalism Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jun 21, 2024

Salvation brings freedom, but is that freedom a licence to sin? Paul uses strong language against the false teachers. We look at serving one another in love and what that means, and finish with considering “Christian cannibalism”.

THE BOOK OF GALATIANS – CHAPTER 5:12-15 - MESSAGE 19 – FREEDOM BRINGS EXTRA RESPONSIBILITY – HOW TO LOVE ONE ANOTHER, AND CHRISTIAN CANNIBALISM Galatians is a powerful book. Perhaps in this letter Paul’s emotions and spirit are turned over more than in any other letter as he combats the false ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 13:4-9, Galatians 5:12, Galatians 5:13, Matthew 6:24, 1 Kings 18:21, 1 Corinthians 6:16-20, Ephesians 4:28, Ephesians 4:29, Galatians 5:14, Acts 17:10-11, Matthew 22:36-40, Matthew 19:19, Matthew 5:43-44, Luke 10:29, Galatians 5:15, 2 Kings 6:28-29, 1 Corinthians 10:23-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love Series

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Feb 18, 2006

What is a Christian? A mind through which Christ Thinks. A voice through which Christ Speaks. A Hand through which Christ Helps. A Heart through which Christ Loves

Beloved, let us Love one another… I John 4:7-21 Five days ago we celebrated a holiday of sorts called Valentines Day. Valentines Day is a day that is set apart to show and share Love. In light of Valentines Day and to keep this message as light as possible, I’ll speak this morning on the subject ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21, 1 John 5:1

Denomination: Baptist

Star

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 31, 2022

Esther the STAR. She was a go-getter, trend-setter, game-changer, never content, fearless, unstoppable, unbreakable, tenacious, efficacious, tireless, confident, shrewd, astute, sharp, patient, wise, strong prayer warrior.

STAR Esther 8: Mordecai Promoted 1 On that day King Ahasuerus gave the house of Haman, the enemy of the Jews, to Queen Esther; and Mordecai came before the king, for Esther had disclosed what he was to her. 2 The king took off his signet ring which he had taken away from Haman, and gave it to ...read more

Scripture: Esther 8:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do You Know Who You Are? Series

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Apr 22, 2021

You are not unworthy, you are not unloved, you are not incapable, and you are not a disappointment. Hear these words today. You are blessed, you are holy, you are loved, you are capable, and you are strong. Because you are a child of God.

Do You Know Who You Are? “I will praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; marvelous and your works, and that my soul knows very well.” - Psalm 139:14 Maya Angelou, an American poet and Civil Rights Activist, once said “When I found that . . . I was a child of God, when I understood ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual War Casualties Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 11, 2022

At the end of chapter 1, Paul returned to addressing the task at hand for Timothy. He must fight the good fight, for many had abandoned faith and a good conscience and had shipwrecked their faith.

A. The story is told about a shipwrecked sailor who had spent several years on a deserted island, completely alone. 1. Then one morning, he was thrilled to see a ship offshore and a smaller vessel coming towards him. 2. When the boat arrived on the beach, the officer in charge handed the marooned ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Big Providence And Avanchle Of Promises Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021

God guides every detail of human history in order to fulfill his promises. It’s not fate or chance or even the strong eating the weak that runs the world, but God guiding every detail of human history.

Voting Video plays before me. I hope you are planning on voting in the coming weeks because we need to take biblical values into the voting booth. Fall is here and the rain is finally gone! Week of Prayer for Missions is just around the corner. The intrigue & the theatre are high in our story ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:11-35

Denomination: Baptist

God, Old Men, And Old Ladies Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Mar 20, 2025

God loves multi-generational churches and He proves it in the Book of Titus as He specifically addresses the blessing and influence of the young and old. How can godly older people help my faith grow strong?

One of my favorite country songs is a song written by Toby Keith. It was featured in the movie “The Mule.” The title is: “Don’t Let the Old Man In.” (Any of you ever heard the song?) The song was inspired by a conversation that Toby had with Clint Eastwood. Toby met Clint at a celebrity golf ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

A Song For Spiritual Giants (Psalm 63) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Dec 6, 2025

It's hard, and risky, to describe to people your healthy, strong, radically committed relationship with God. David pulls back the curtain, and talks about how his relationship in a transparent, helpful way.

One of the more famous pastors of the last century was a guy by the name of A.W. Tozer. He was more famous for his books, than his sermons, probably. But one of his books was called "The Root of the Righteous." In the first chapter of this book, Tozer talks about spiritual giants. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1-11

Building On The Blessing Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 10, 2024

If I'm persecuted because of my faith, I should rejoice and be glad? How does that work?

In August… of 325 A.D. the Roman Emperor Constantine brought together leaders from churches all across the Empire to a city called “Nicaea” to discuss a new heresy that had risen called Arianism. Arianism was a cult led by a man named Arius who taught that Jesus was NOT God… but was merely a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon # 44 - God Is Mindful Of Us Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jan 24, 2025

Jonah sat outside the city of Nineveh in the blazing heat fuming against God, but God graciously appointed a plant to grow and give shade to Jonah. No matter what our situation is, let’s remember that God is mindful of us and He will never leave us nor forsake us.

For our meditation let us look at Jonah 4:6, “Now the LORD God appointed a plant and made it come up over Jonah that it might be a shade over his head, to save him from his discomfort. So Jonah was exceedingly glad because of the plant.” (ESV) God gave Jonah a task to go and preach against ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:6, Psalm 8:3-4, Acts 7:25, Exodus 3:2, Exodus 4:1-3, Numbers 16:30, Numbers 17:8, Numbers 17:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

His Masterpiece

Contributed by Don Brockus on Oct 4, 2007

We are becoming a masterpiece in the hands of the Master Potter. I have translated Ephesians 2:10 and focus on Jeremiah’s potter pericope: Potter, Clay, Wheel, Water & Kiln.

His Masterpiece (Ephesians 2:8-10; Jeremiah 18:1-6; Genesis 2:6, 7; Isaiah 45:9, 64:8; Philippians 1:6; Hebrews 11:1) Text: Ephesians 2:8-10 “By grace you are saved through the faith and this {is} not of yourselves {it is) God’s gift not of gar xariti este sesoswmenoi dia tas pisteos kai ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Going For Growth

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 6, 2014

Don't neglect your spiritual growth. Don't procrastinate doing the right thing to see growth in your life. God has provided everything we need, to grow strong spiritually and be fruitful.

Everyone who knows Jesus receive a new life and will experience spiritual growth. • If we are connected to Christ, we can expect to grow stronger in faith, trusting Him; deeper in love with Him, and more fulfilled in our walk with Him. • But not everyone experiences the same growth. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:30-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Life Without Regret

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 24, 2022

As a follower of Christ you will be compelled to enter into spiritual battle. Paul encourages us by pointing us to Christ and the strength that is His. Therefore, let us stand firm in the victory that our Lord has won on our behalf.

“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Storms Can Be Tools, Be Of Good Cheer.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 24, 2018

Don't let life throw you! Be of good cheer, storms can be tools in the hand of a mighty God to stretch your faith. This storm is a great opportunity for you and for others.

BE OF GOOD CHEER! DON’T LET THIS THROW YOU! STORMS ARE TOOLS --- IN THE STORM: FAITH By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I do this lesson in two parts. Our enemy has a tool box he uses against God’s people. Some of his tools are depression, discouragement, quitting, hatred, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:14-28, 2 Corinthians 11:22-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Judgement

Contributed by Richard Gardner on Jul 1, 2001

I would be foolish if I ever thought that all people would like myself and therfore I put my direct life in the hands of Christ

Judgement I would be very foolish today to believe that everyone in the community would like Richard Gardner. I use to try hard for everyone to like me but I soon found out that I would never accomplish that and had to make a major decision on pleasing God or people. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:17

Denomination: Pentecostal