Sermons on Hard Knocks:

The River Of Living Water

Contributed by James May on Feb 16, 2022

The River of Living Water flows from within only if we allow the Presence of Christ to dwell within our hearts and let his love from through us.

The River of Living Water • What is the River of Living Water? • Where does it begin and where is it going? • What does it do and what is its purpose? • How can I be a part of it? There are numerous passages of scripture where the Living Water is spoken about and in every instance it is something ...read more

Scripture: John 4:10-11, Ezekiel 47:8-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Important Instructions From Jesus Our King (Part 4) Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 17, 2022

We should love Jesus enough: 1. To confess that He is our Lord (vs. 32-33). 2. To choose the Lord over our family (vs. 34-37). 3. To carry our cross for Him (vs. 38-39). 4. To be fully confident in Him (vs. 40-42).

Important Instructions from Jesus Our King (Part 4) The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 10:32-42 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared February 17, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 10. Most of you know that in this chapter, Jesus was about to send His twelve Apostles out to the lost ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:32-42

Denomination: Baptist

Will You Choose Jesus? (John 12:27-50) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Mar 9, 2022

God set it up so that Jesus would be rejected by most. His master plan, was that Jesus die on the cross. But at the same time, any single individual could still come to Jesus.

Let's start today by reading part of last week's passage, John 12:20-26: (20) Now, there were some Greeks from among the ones going up [to Jerusalem], in order that they would worship at the festival. (21) Then, these ones approached Philip-- the one from Bethsaida of Galilee-- and they ...read more

Scripture: John 12:27-50, Isaiah 53:1-12

Humility And Service Are The Path To Blessing (John 13:1-20) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Mar 12, 2022

When Jesus washes his disciples' feet, he is teaching them a better, higher, way to live. "Know" what Jesus teaches, and "do" it, and you will be blessed.

To start this morning, let's turn to John 13:1-4. In the Greek, this is a single, complex sentence. Let's read it as a whole, and then work through it more slowly: (1) Now, before the feast of the Passover, Jesus, knowing that his hour had come, that he would depart from this world ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-20

American Idols Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 10, 2021

At its core, the second commandment is a prohibition against creating something with your hands or your heart that either reduces or replaces God.

In one of our previous churches, one of our members was transferred to another community, and before leaving, he wanted to donate something significant to the church. Since he was from a country where Christians are persecuted, he presented us with an incredible portrait depicting Jesus Christ ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Watch Your Mouth Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 18, 2021

When we see God as weighty, we won’t want to take His name lightly.

People get mixed up on my name all the time. Some people call me “Bill” and I’ve even been called “Brain,” though I’m not sure where that one comes from. When I’m called “Mr. Bill” people around my age think of his sidekick “Sluggo” and start laughing. I like to joke having three first names ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Baptist

1 Peter Chapter 5 Commentary Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 30, 2021

Peter closes out his letter to the scattered Christians in the churches of Asia Minor with some final instructions. He counsels the elders about how to lead, includes how and why to live in humility with each other, and gives a final warning.

1 Peter Chapter 5 Commentary INTRODUCTION to Chapter 5 Peter closes out his letter to the scattered Christians in the churches of Asia Minor with some final instructions. He counsels the elders about how to lead, includes how and why to live in humility with each other, and gives a final warning ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Lifting The Curtain Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 3, 2021

Many of you will be in two spiritual battles in your life – not all of you but some of you. We were born at war with God because we are born in sin. But when we lay down our arms at the cross of Jesus Christ in unconditional surrender, God declares peace with us.

This morning I want to speak to you on this topic: Lifting the Curtain. One of my favorite coaches says this about any upcoming opponent that they play no matter the other team’s record, “It’s a five star match up because we’re in it.” Again, “It’s a five star match up because we’re in it.” The ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

The God-Attentive Life

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jun 4, 2021

A sermon on the importance of living within God's Will that comes by way of being attentive to Him not simply during morning devotions, but throughout the entire day.

Outline: 1. Opening thoughts about how we are all distracted, especially as it relates to God 2. John 5.16-19 Context 3. Jesus operated totally within His Father’s Will, which means he was God-attentive 4. We need to be God-attentive, throughout the day 5. Examples of people who were God-attentive ...read more

Scripture: John 5:16-19

Denomination: Christian Church

Experiencing Finanical Peace Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

Jesus wants you to use your final days and your money to win friends for your future: “And I tell you, make friends for yourselves by means of unrighteous wealth, so that when it fails they may receive you into the eternal dwellings” (Luke 16:9).

This morning I want to put a bow on our series, Margin, by examining Jesus’ words on the important subject of money. In week one, we learned the value of contentment. In week two, we learned the value of saving for a rainy day. Last week, we saw something of the joy of giving. Today, I want you to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13, Deuteronomy 16:16

Denomination: Baptist

Back To School Advice For Families Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021

I want to talk to you about the deadly sin of envy. We continue a seven-week series of sermons devoted to the Seven Deadly Sins.

Fights between brothers and sisters are common and often can be humorous. I collected a few stories that highlight just how funny sibling rivalry can be. One young girl with two brothers who were around ten years older than her, taught her the alphabet in this order, “A,B,C,D,R,F,K.” It wasn’t ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 12:1-5, Numbers 12:9-16

Denomination: Baptist

Stumbling Blocks Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 6, 2022

The focus of this sermon is how the shift from the Old Testament Laws to the freedom made available through Jesus Christ became a stumbling block to the Jewish converts, and how "matters of opinion" can also become stumbling blocks to believers today.

If you want to follow along, the primary passage we will be looking at is Romans 14. We will be skipping around a little bit, but that is the area we will be in. The good news is that my sermon will probably be a little bit shorter than normal. The bad news is it might be very convicting for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:14, 1 Corinthians 10:23, Galatians 5:13

Denomination: Christian Church

Renewing Our Consecration To God’s Purposes Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 19, 2022

This exposition of Zechariah 8:9-13 focuses on the importance of Christians being on task and fulfilling their God-given calling in life. This remnant of Jews suffered unnecessary troubles when neglecting their God-given assignment but blessing as they obeyed.

Intro Our text today begins in Zechariah 8:9 with the words: “Thus says the Lord of hosts: 'Let your hands be strong.’”i The word translated strong is chazaq. It means “to be strong, be courageous, be firm, be resolute.”ii God used this word three times when commissioning Joshua for the task of ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 8:1-23, John 6:38, Philippians 3:1-14, Ezra 5:1, 1 Kings 11:14, Jeremiah 24:9, Philippians 4:6-7, Matthew 25:14-30, 2 Chronicles 7:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Entering The Holy Of Holies Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Jul 27, 2022

You need all three of these things in order to trust the Lord. One, that He's in control. Two, that He's good. And thirdly, that He cares.

Today we're going to look at a prayer in the scriptures. This prayer in particular is going to look at the longest prayer in the Bible. So you can open your Bibles to Nehemiah 9. It is the longest prayer in the Bible. But I want to tell you first about the shortest prayer in the Bible. Do you ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Power Of The Word

Contributed by Willem Slomp on Aug 2, 2022

The Power of the Tongue It has the power: 1. to direct the course of life; 2. to destroy the circle of life; 3. to heal the source of life.

James 3: 1-12 (NIV84) “Not many of you should presume to be teachers, my brothers, because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly. We all stumble in many ways. If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to keep his whole body in check. When we put bits ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12, Proverbs 18:2-21, Proverbs 26:20-28