Sermons on Harsh:

Lesson 2

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 14, 2011

Using words that encourage others.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Life is like an onion; we grow layer by layer. 2. The core is eventually covered up. 3. We must strip away our stuff and scabs to focus on our real core. B. RELATIONSHIPS MATTER 1. The core of our faith is loving God and loving others. “A lawyer asked Jesus, what is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-39

Denomination: Baptist

Stairsteps Of Blessing Series

Contributed by James Chandler on Apr 5, 2007

They say that the greatest sermons are lived not preached. As Jesus delivers the sermon on the mount, we see that it is not just a sermon he preached, but one that he lived.

They say that the greatest, most impacting sermons are those that are not preached, but are lived. No one lived a better sermon than Jesus. At the outset of his sermon on the mount, Jesus lays out the steps that lead to blessing. Step one: Realizing your spiritual condition. "Blessed are the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Treasure Of The Snow

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 6, 2011

Snow teaches many of God's treasures.

The Treasures of the Snow "Hast thou entered into the treasures of the snow?” Job 38:22 REFLECTION: A real “snow storm” is rare for the North Carolina winters. I am truly grateful to be able to serve in such a beautiful part of the world! As much as I love this area, I must ...read more

Scripture: Job 38:22

Denomination: Baptist

The Inhibiters To Christian Patience

Contributed by Guy Glass on Dec 6, 2011

THIS PSALM IS AN ENCOURAGEMENT FOR US TO CONTINUE TO “WAIT ON GOD” FOR HIS TIMING, PLAN, AND ACTION. THIS PSALM ALSO IDENTIFIES THE TWO MOST SIGNIFICANT ISSUES IN OUR LIVES THAT WILL WORK AGAINST OUR “WAITING ON THE LORD”.

THE INHIBITERS TO CHRISTIAN PATIENCE PSALM 37 INTRODUCTION: THIS PSALM IS AN ENCOURAGEMENT FOR US TO CONTINUE TO “WAIT ON GOD” FOR HIS TIMING, PLAN, AND ACTION. THIS PSALM ALSO IDENTIFIES THE TWO MOST SIGNIFICANT ISSUES IN OUR LIVES THAT WILL WORK AGAINST OUR “WAITING ON THE ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1

Denomination: Baptist

Bear Witness Boldly Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Aug 2, 2013

Persecution, boldness, our message, courage

BEAR WITNESS BOLDY Revelation 10 & 11 (p 866) July 14, 2013 These two chapters can be hard to understand. How can they help me in my Christian Life… first notice the main characters: Read Revelation 10: 1-11, John is the featured character in chapter 10…but in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 10:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Patriarchs The Joys And Pains Of The Journey Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Aug 23, 2016

The Patriarchs The Joys and Pains of the Journey Genesis 21:1-21 David Taylor June 26, 2016

The Patriarchs The Joys and Pains of the Journey Genesis 21:1-21 David Taylor June 26, 2016 The overarching story of Genesis is the promise of a Deliverer whose mission will be to bless the nations by rescuing them from their sinfulness. This comes into focus when God chose Abraham to be the one ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Piercing The Darkness Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 15, 2014

Through the Spirit, God's servant will be a light to the nations, bringing justice and release to prisoners.

Isaiah 42:1-9 “Piercing the Darkness” INTRODUCTION For most of us our Christmas preparations have been completed or nearing their finished splendor. The Christmas tree is up and decorated. Garland has been hung around the house and special Christmas candles have found their ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Who Do You Edify?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 24, 2013

Are the gifts given you all about you or Him?

1 Cor 14:1-12 14:1 Follow after charity, and desire spiritual gifts, but rather that ye may prophesy. 2 For he that speaketh in an unknown tongue speaketh not unto men, but unto God: for no man understandeth him; howbeit in the spirit he speaketh mysteries. 3 But he that prophesieth speaketh ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Tree By The River

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jan 30, 2013

Relaying five provisions of living by the Word 1. Prominence And he shall be like a tree … 2. Permanence … Planted by the rivers of waters … 3. Productive … that bringeth forth his fruit … 4. Perpetual … in his season; his leaf also shall not wither … 5

"All I Need To Know About Life I Learned From Trees" • It’s important to have roots. • In today’s complex world, it pays to branch out. • If you really believe in something, don’t be afraid to go out on a limb. • Be flexible so you don’t break when a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

God's Limited Patience Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on May 14, 2018

God is long suffering in His mercy but (as we noted what was about to happen in Egypt) there is a limit to God’s patience!

Although we continue to learn from Exodus 11 today, we celebrate Mother’s Day and so let us start by noting the stages of motherhood. I thought I’d cheat on this and google the stages of motherhood but found many many discussions about the stages of motherhood from the planning, to breastfeed or ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 11:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Happiest Place On Earth

Contributed by Jeremy Long on Oct 14, 2017

Where is our TRUE happiness found? In the Lord, or in our own actions and desires?

The Happiest Place on Earth: While I was on vacation this past week with my daughter, I had time to really think about something. Disney in all it’s splendor, claims that it is the “Happiest Place on Earth”. So, I began to think, “Is it really?”. I mean, am I happier here than anywhere else on ...read more

Denomination: *other

Awakening To Baptism Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 3, 2017

How does entering the sheepfold by the door picture baptism?

Intro How do we become part of Christ’s flock and what does He do with His sheep? Goal Let’s realize that Jesus brings His sheep together. Plan Let’s look at John 10:1-10 and see how baptism makes us part of the faith community. John 10:1 The Sheepfold We can learn a lot about Christianity ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Fourth Bowl: Men Are Scorched By The Sun Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 21, 2018

What is normally taken for granted as blessing―the warmth of the shining sun―is now a curse. The sun, the great source of light and warmth, whose beams call forth the flowers in the Spring, becomes a power to blast, not to bless.

Book of Revelation By: Tom Lowe Date: 3/26/17 Lesson: IV.B.5: Fourth bowl: Men are scorched by the sun (16:8-9) Revelation 16:8-9 (KJV) 8 And the fourth angel poured out his vial upon the sun; and power was given unto him to scorch men with fire. 9 ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Elisha The Disciple Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 4, 2017

Elisha would work more miracles and extend more grace than any other until Jesus. But he did not surface out of nowhere; let’s begin his story at the beginning.

Elisha the Disciple (I Kings 19:9-21) 1. A story is told that At the beginning of a new year, a high school principal decided to post his teachers’ new year’s resolutions on the bulletin board. As the teachers gathered around the bulletin board, a great commotion started. One of the teachers was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:9-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Live Like You Were Dying Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 12, 2019

The core of our faith is loving God and loving others.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Life is like an onion; we grow layer by layer. 2. The core is eventually covered up. 3. We must strip away our stuff and scabs to focus on our real core. B. RELATIONSHIPS MATTER 1. The core of our faith is loving God and loving others. “A lawyer asked Jesus, what is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37, Ephesians 4:29, Ephesians 5:18, 1 Peter 1:23

Denomination: Baptist