Sermons on Hard Knocks:

Ephesians Chapter 2 Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Nov 8, 2022

This is a detailed study verse by verse of Ephesians Chapter 2. You will need to analyze, synthesize, and then summarize to fit your need.

Ephesians Chapter 2 Eph.2:1 And you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins; (KJV) 2:1 And you [He made alive when you] were [spiritually] dead and separated from Him because of your transgressions and sins, (Amplified Version) A. “And you hath he quickened”.—And you also. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Decieves The Hearts Of The Simple (Lesson 3) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Aug 22, 2024

To herald Paul’s solemn plea and message to the church in Rome, to mark and turn away from those who cause divisions and offenses contrary to the doctrine they had heard, learned, believed, and obeyed according to “The faith, once delivered to the saints.”

INTRODUCTION Outline. 3. Deceives the Hearts of the Simple Introductory Remarks. 1. This is lesson three in the sermon series: “Paul’s Solemn Plea To Rome.” This was an urgent and solemn plea from the beloved apostle Paul to the saints at Rome. His message began with a sincere plea to the brethren ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:17-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"How To Pray" Series

Contributed by Greg Bond on Dec 28, 2009

A simple study on the basic elements of prayer, including - A weapon, Movement, Communication (Giving), Communication (Receiving), Action - suitable for the new or advanced Christian.

5 Weeks of Prayer - Week One - Lesson One Super Power through Super Prayer When you were young, did you ever tie a towel around your neck, or have your mom make you a cape and then go running around the house screaming at the top of your lungs, jumping on and over furniture, throwing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Appropriate Biblical Responses To Difficult People

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Appropriate Biblical responses To Difficult People I Pet. 3:13-18

Appropriate Biblical responses To Difficult People I Pet. 3:13-18 I Pet. 3:13-18 - Peter wrote, "But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear." Paul wrote, Do not be overcome ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Social Hindrances In Cross-Cultural Evangelism

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001

Social Hindrances in Cross-Cultural Evangelism

SOCIAL HINDRANCES IN CROSS-CULTURAL EVANGELISM Introduction - Without realizing it many people fail to enter or grow in the kingdom of God because of social barriers. Many well meaning Christians have created unnecessary obstacles for millions of people who could be a part of God’s family if not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discovering The Mission Of Mankind-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 21, 2010

2 of 2. God had a mission for mankind. & He still does. How is it to be experienced/entered/engaged/found/discovered? Mankind’s mission is bound-up with....

DISCOVERING the MISSION of MANKIND-II—Genesis 2:4-25 Attention: A local priest was being honored at his retirement dinner after 25 years in the parish. A leading local politician & member of the congregation was chosen to make the presentation & to give a little speech at the dinner. However, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:4-25

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Stewardship

Contributed by W. Alderman on Jan 8, 2008

This is an entire series on Stewardship focusing on Christian giving

MESSAGE ONE: CHRISTIAN STEWARDSHIP SERIES TRUE RICHES vs. UNCERTAIN RICHES TEXT: 1 Timothy 6:6-19 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: America has a standard for comparing the relative value of those things that are in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-19

Denomination: Baptist

Jews And Greeks And Wisdom Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 29, 2018

Paul had the best Jewish education available at that time; but the plain preaching of a crucified Jesus, was more powerful than all the oratory and philosophy of the heathen world. This is the essential point and substance of the gospel.

August 5, 2012 First Corinthians By: Tom Lowe Lesson 2.2: Jews and Greeks and Wisdom Scripture 1 Corinthians 1.18-1.25 1 Cor 1:18-25 (KJV) 18 For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God. 19 For it is written, I will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Followers Must Sometimes Be A Nathan Series

Contributed by Grady Henley on Nov 4, 2011

Followers Must Sometimes Be A Nathan

Lesson 10 of the Follow Me Series Followers Must Sometimes Be A Nathan 2 Sam 7 Grady (doc) Henley Introduction: You can pray and cry your eyes out until there are no tears left regarding a loved one to be saved. But, the facts still remain if you want to see that certain someone saved, you are ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Story Within A Story Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 8, 2017

A study of the book of Acts 6: 8 – 8:1

Acts 6: 8 – 8:1 A story within a story 8 And Stephen, full of faith and power, did great wonders and signs among the people. 9 Then there arose some from what is called the Synagogue of the Freedmen (Cyrenians, Alexandrians, and those from Cilicia and Asia), disputing with Stephen. 10 And they were ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Reasons To Praise In Your Cave! Series

Contributed by Thomas Fortini on Mar 8, 2021

A study of Psalm 34:7-22 while give you nearly a whole alphabet of reasons as to why you can praise while in you’re cave!

The superscription placed upon this Psalm, that it was written in a very trying season of David’s life… A time when… When he pretended to be insane before Abimelek, who drove him away, and he left. And we looked in brief as to why he pretended to be insane before Abimelek…the scripture tells us ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:7-22

You Can Experience Pleasures Forevermore! Series

Contributed by Thomas Fortini on Mar 17, 2021

A study of the 16th Psalm will uncover for us the biblical basis and blueprint for us to experience the promise of ‘‘pleasures forevermore” right here and right now, regardless of our earthly circumstances!

I’m going to start this message stating the obvious, in a very emphatic manner, and I’m doing it this way because I believe that in essence I’m engaging in spiritual warfare this morning. I’m taking out the sword of the spirit as it were, to combat what our the enemy is promoting in people’s live. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:1-11

So Quickly Thou Persuadest Me Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Nov 14, 2020

To establish that the prophets' truth regarding Christ is discernable to any with an open heart. King Agrippa was "quickly persuaded to become a Christian” due to Paul’s gospel preaching. He was convinced and convicted but was not converted to the faith of Christ. He was almost saved!

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. So Quickly Thou Persuadest Me Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will discuss the theme: “So Quickly Thou Persuadest Me." This is the tenth lesson in the sermon series, "Re-digging in Old Wells." There will be many others bearing this title. We are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:26-29, Acts 2:38-47, Romans 6:17-18, John 8:31-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

(Psalm 35) O Lord, Fight Against Them That Fight Against Me Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 8, 2019

It is nothing new for righteous men, and the most righteous cause, to encounter enemies. This is a fruit of the old hostility in the seed of the serpent against the Seed of the woman.

October 9, 2014 Tom Lowe Title: O LORD, Fight Against Them That Fight Against Me. A psalm of David. Part 1 verses 1-10 Part 2 verses 11-16 Part 3 verses 17-28 Psalm 35 (KJV) Part 1 (vs. 1-10) 1 Plead my cause, O LORD, with them that strive with me: fight against them that fight against ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 35:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Let Every Man Be Fully Persuaded

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Dec 22, 2018

To establish that there are some things which are permitted in Christian Liberty, that is left entirely up to every man’s conscience. These liberties are not matters of doctrine; but, matters of indifferences, pertaining to the heart and conscience.

INTRODUCTION Outline: 1. Regarding Their Own Diet 2. Regarding Their Observance of Days 3. Regarding Their Occasional Drink Remarks: 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing the theme: “Let every man be fully persuaded.” My early years in the Baptist Denomination; I heard this sentence ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-23, Romans 15:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ