Sermons on Hard Rock:

Ezekiel 3

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 24, 2015

As we read the headlines in the newspapers of today, and witness the conflict in the Middle East, it's not hard to imagine that this invasion prophesied over 2600 years ago, could be fulfilled in our lifetime..

Gog-Magog Ezekiel 38 - 39 tells of an invasion of Israel by a coalition of nations that surround it. As we read the headlines in the newspapers of today, and witness the conflict in the Middle East, it's not hard to imagine that this invasion prophesied over 2600 years ago, could be fulfilled in ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 39:8

Denomination: Foursquare

The Bowl Judgments (Part 1)

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 5, 2014

The people of this world will not repent or seek forgiveness, and the judgment of God clearly demonstrates the hardness of man’s heart. What is important is this represents our condition now ... NOT just in the future!

The Bowl Judgments (Part 1) Revelation, Part 25, Revelation 16:1-11 Introduction - Last week we saw a pause, angel’s assignments, and worship in heaven - Today we begin to examine the destruction of this Earth -- This is done by a just a righteous God to an Earth who won’t ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Strong In The Lord Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 8, 2010

If you’re having a hard time saying no to sin and you’re allowing the devil to win in your life, focus and work on being strong in Jesus Christ!

We have been learning from the Letter to the Ephesians and we are now in the middle of the last chapter. We have learned that the letter is addressed to every person who believes in Jesus Christ. God tells us through the Apostle Paul who we are as Christians; that we are citizens of heaven and so ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Expect Doubt Series

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 27, 2010

In the world today Christians live in a sea of skepticism and doubt. And when you’re swimming in doubt, it’s hard not to get wet, to have that doubt seep into your thoughts.

Expect Doubts Faith Expectations Part 8 06/22/08 PM Text: Various [This lesson and this series are drawn from the writings of Tom Allen in his book “What to expect now that you believe.”] Faith Expectations This lesson is another in the series titled Faith Expectations. This series purpose is to ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

April Showers Bring May Flowers Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Jan 31, 2006

This is part 2 of a 5 part series on surviving the storms of life. How do we deal with the everyday storms that make life stressful, tiring, and hard work. An examination of perspective.

Surviving the Storms of Life Pt 2 - April Showers Bring May Flowers Matthew 14:22-33 Last week we began this series on Surviving the Storms of Life. We talked about basic survival skills like avoiding storms, remembering that God is in the storms with you, and casting out spiritual anchors to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: *other

The Secret Of Happiness

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 22, 2013

Some suffering in life is hard to explain, but much of it is self-inflicted. Could your misery be due to poor choices? Due to apathy or indifference? Could our suffering be due to sin?

August 25, 2006 The Secret of Happiness Scripture: Psalm 32, especially verse 1: Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered. Introduction: Some suffering in life is hard to explain, but much of it is self-inflicted. Could your misery be due to poor choices? Due ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Power That Sets The Captives Free

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 18, 2025

This story in Luke 8 reminds us that there is no case too hard for God. Jesus crossed the sea for one man, showing us the lengths God is willing to go to rescue the bound.

THE POWER THAT SETS THE CAPTIVES FREE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 8:26-39 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 61:1, John 8:36, Colossians 2:15, Acts 10:38, Mark 5:1–20 INTRODUCTION: The story in Luke 8:26–39 reveals the mighty power of Jesus to break the hold of satan over any life. A man ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sin Of Discontent

Contributed by Charles Payne on Jul 4, 2025

We often consider discontentment and ingratitude as minor sins—mere moods, personality quirks, or temporary reactions to life's hard edges. But Heaven hears them differently.

“The Sin of Discontent and the Ingratitude That Follows” Introduction: The Quiet Sins That Roar in Heaven Brothers and sisters, we often consider discontentment and ingratitude as minor sins—mere moods, personality quirks, or temporary reactions to life's hard edges. But Heaven hears them ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:1, 1 Timothy 6:6, Philippians 2:14, Philippians 4:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Opposites Are The Same Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 19, 2021

It is hard for Christians to believe this paradoxical truth that opposites can be the same. That is why so few Christians have a Biblical attitude toward other Christians who hold opposite views.

A cartoon pictures the door of an office in the central government building of Moscow. The sign reads, Commissar for the Electrification of all the Russias. Underneath is a bit of paper on which is written, "Please knock-bell out of order." We can see the humor in the great ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:6

Help! Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 24, 2023

We serve a God who loves us, why do we have such a hard time asking for help? Consider these thoughts from our Family Minister Scott Jewell.

I have to begin this morning with a confession. When it comes to matters of technology, I’m a stereotypical male. I’ll figure it out, just leave me alone, don’t hand me the instruction book, I’ve got this. It shows up as I’m driving somewhere using the GPS. It used to really bug me when Terri ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What's Fair About That? (2 Kings 20-22) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Aug 7, 2023

Why did God still punish Judah after Josiah worked so hard to turn the nation back to God? A sermon preached the week I lost a nephew to addiction.

August 6, 2023, Glynwood Baptist Church, Prattville, AL. James Jackson, Lead Pastor Context: Earlier in the week, my nephew died at age 34. Good morning. Please open your Bibles to 2 Kings 22. I want to thank all of you for your prayers for my family and me in the death of my nephew Aaron this ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Lay It On The Basket, Throw It On The Hand Of God

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on May 30, 2012

Pressured by the possibility of losing a dear child! Threat for their lives! Injustice and discrimination! Grinding poverty and hard labor! They found the answer through the basket. The basket carried by God’s hand

LAY IT ON THE BASKET, THROW IT ON THE HAND OF GOD (Exodus 2:1-10) Pressured by the possibility of losing a dear child! Threat for their lives! Injustice and discrimination! Grinding poverty and hard labor! Those were among the great challenges that Moses’ family are facing. They found the answer ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon 7 - The Necessity Of Relationships Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 14, 2025

It is hard to have an impact on people if we don't have a relationship with them. Jesus, Matthew and Paul show us how to have a spiritual impact through relationships.

Introduction: A. One day a rabbi and a priest got into a head on collision with each other. 1. The damage to both cars was considerable, but amazingly neither of the clerics was hurt. 2. After they crawl out of their cars, the rabbi saw the priest’s collar and said, “I see that you’re a priest, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23, Luke 5:31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hurry Up And Wait Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 20, 2021

The three points of this sermon and a good bit of the content is borrowed from a sermon by Ray Pritchard (see the resources at the end of the sermon). The key to facing hard times is learning to wait on the Lord.

Introduction: A. Once there was a boy who asked a girl to go to the school formal dance. 1. She agreed, and he decided to rent a tuxedo, but the rental store had a long line, so he waited and waited, and finally he got his suit. 2. Then he decided to buy flowers, but the flower shop had a long ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You Getting Your Steps Today? Series

Contributed by Calvin R. Davis Sr. on Oct 16, 2021

So, what is going on today? Why are so many Christians leading a defeated life? If you talk to the average Christian today, they will tell you it is hard out here for a saint.

Are you getting your steps todays? Amplified Bible But I say, walk habitually in the [Holy] Spirit [seek Him and be responsive to His guidance], and then you will certainly not carry out the desire of the sinful nature [which responds impulsively without regard for God and His precepts]. So, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16

Denomination: Methodist