Sermons on Hate Crimes:

He Justly Chastises The Insolence Of The Men Of Succoth And Penuel Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 11, 2019

And he came unto the men of Succoth…Entered the city, and announced to the inhabitants of it that he remembered their insult and cruel actions toward him and his men.

Chapter 30 He Justly Chastises the Insolence of the Men of Succoth and Penuel [8.13-8.17] Scripture 13 And Gideon the son of Joash returned from battle before the sun was up, 14 And caught a young man of the men of Succoth, and enquired of him: and he described unto him the princes of Succoth, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 8:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

An Invitation

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Sep 1, 2015

What is the most important invitation you have ever received?

“An Invitation” Romans 5:1-11 Invitations come in all sizes and shapes – for all kinds of occasions. What’s the most unique – or ridiculous – invitation you’ve ever received? Julie Potter wrote that her mother volunteered to help her with her wedding ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Under The Blood

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 8, 2016

Never before has a message been so necessary and so neglected ) Perilous dark and dangerous times are here, and to ignore this message is as foolish as trying to stand up to a Tsunami, or an f-5 Tornado) You can't win. But under the Blood You Can't lose

Lev 14:14-18 And the priest shall take some of the blood of the trespass offering, and the priest shall put it upon the tip of the right ear of him that is to be cleansed, and upon the thumb of his right hand, and upon the great toe of his right foot: [15] And the priest shall take some of the log ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 14:14-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Four Things The Empty Tomb Tells Us

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 21, 2019

The empty tomb is a living witness. It tells us that Death is no longer to be feared, that Sin has been conquered, that a New Life is available, and that Immortality is possible.

FOUR THINGS THE EMPTY TOMB TELLS US Luke 24:1-6; 36-47 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. It was Easter. A Sunday School teacher had just finished telling her third graders about how Jesus was crucified and placed in a tomb with a great stone sealing the opening. 2. Then, wanting to share the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-47

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Was The Blood Of Jesus Necessary?

Contributed by Val Black on Oct 30, 2022

The Blood of Jesus is seldom spoken of in many churches of today. But for 2000 years the Gospel of Jesus Christ has never changed. We are saved by faith and that faith should be in His redemption work on Calvary and the Blood that He shed.

Why Was The Blood of Jesus Necessary? Sunday Morning - Feb. 17, 2008 1) FOR 2000 YEARS THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST HAS NEVER CHANGED. a) It's still true that Jesus was God, manifested in the Flesh, born of a virgin, suffered and died on Calvary for the redemption of man, rose again and now ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:5, Isaiah 1:18, Hebrews 9:12, Ephesians 1:11, Leviticus 17:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Cross Is A Foolish Message Series

Contributed by Mike Lewis on Dec 27, 2022

In this series we will be exploring aspects of what the Cross of Christ means for us. Both the blessings and the curses.

WELCOME & INTRODUCTION - We are beginning a new series on the Cross of Christ this morning. FOOLISH CROOKS Donald Murray’s fifteen minutes of fame began December 2019 when he showed up on an episode of the TV show Live PD. As cops pulled him over for driving without headlights, he crashed into ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Unpacking The Fear Of God Series

Contributed by John Bright on Feb 1, 2025

Working through 1 Peter using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

Series: 1 Peter Sermon: “Unpacking the Fear of God” 1 Peter 1:17-21 A sermon for October 20, 2024 Pastor John Bright 1 Peter 1 “17 And if you call on the Father, who without partiality judges according to each one’s work, conduct yourselves throughout the time of your stay here in fear; 18 knowing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-21, Luke 12:5, Hebrews 10:31, Hebrews 12:28-29, Genesis 18:25, Psalm 75:2-7, Matthew 25:31-46, James 2:15-17, Exodus 30:14-16, Matthew 25:30, Matthew 13:49-50, Luke 16:22-24, Romans 3:21-25, Revelation 20:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

The Song Of The Redeemed Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 19, 2024

If you want to be truly free, rely on God’s surpassing power, recognize God’s splendid holiness, and follow God’s sovereign guidance. Then you will experience God’s glorious triumph.

A little more than 10 years ago (2011), comedian Steve Martin introduced the entire atheist hymnal (on one page of paper). He called it, “Atheists Don’t Have No Songs.” Take a look (show Atheists Don't Have No Songs—Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers). Christians have their hymns and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:1-21, Psalm 34:4

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Principles And Promises Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 6, 2024

In this sermon, we explore the many promised benefits that come from having and following the wisdom of God. Two primary principles of God's wisdom are: trust God rather than yourself and guard your heart.

A. As you know, we are in a sermon series on the book of Proverbs called “God’s Wisdom: More Valuable Than Gold.” 1. So far in the series we have focused on how valuable God’s wisdom is and how the proper reverence and respect for God is the beginning of wisdom. 2. Last week, we talked about being ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:6-19, Proverbs 3:1-7, Proverbs 3:21-26, Proverbs 4:20-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

'wealth & Poverty'

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 14, 2024

'Wealth & Poverty' (selected Proverbs) - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Wealth & Poverty Reading: Proverbs 10:4, 10:15, 10:22, 13:8, 18:11, 18:23, 19:4, 21:6, 30:8-9 Quote: • I like what Earl Wilson said: • “There ought to be a better way of starting the day than having to get up.” • Reminds me of the story of the teenage boy, • Who was so lazy that he ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:4, Proverbs 30:8-9

Denomination: Brethren

Obey God Rather Than Man

Contributed by Victor Yap on Apr 7, 2025

Daniel 3, Government

OBEY GOD RATHER THAN MAN (DANIEL 3) Since 2012, the National Registry of Exonerations, a partnership between the University of Michigan and Michigan State University's law schools and the University of California Irvine Newkirk Center for Science and Society, has detailed more than 3,000 ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Return To Civility: 6 Do Not Murder Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jul 27, 2024

This message looks at the 6th commandment, Do not Murder. It seems like an easy one to keep, but what happens when we broaden it out?

A Sunday school teacher was discussing the Ten Commandments with her five and six-year-olds. After explaining the commandment to "honour thy father and thy mother," she asked, "Is there a commandment that teaches us how to treat our brothers and sisters?" Without missing a beat, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

Three Men And A Church – Now What Is The Result? – 3rd Letter Of John Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 24, 2024

The Apostle John wrote to his close friend Gaius, and in this short letter we read of a close friend, a wicked man, and an excellent example of a Christian testimony. They are the three men in this letter. I hope you find this instructive.

THREE MEN AND A CHURCH – NOW WHAT IS THE RESULT? – 3rd LETTER OF JOHN Here are three glimpses of a church that could be any church but it is specific to the little group where Gaius was fellowshipping. We are going to look at three men mentioned in John’s letter to that church synonymous to ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:6-8, Acts 19:29, Acts 20:4, 1 Corinthians 1:14, Romans 16:23, 2 John 1:4, 3 John 1:1-5, 3 John 1:9-11, Jude 1:8, Jude 1:12-13, Jude 1:19, 3 John 1:12-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Family Is Essential - Youth Are The Heartbeat Series

Contributed by Ron Bridgewater on Jan 26, 2026

This is sermon #7 in our series, "At the Core"

Anyone here have a junk drawer in your house? You know what I’m talking about? The one that’s supposed to hold important things like batteries, tape, and scissors… but somehow ends up holding takeout menus from restaurants that closed five years ago and 27 keys that open absolutely ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15, 1 Timothy 4:12

A Mother's Oracle

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 18, 2000

Moms can make lasting impressions not only upon their daughters, but also upon their sons! They can help their children avoid the detours that could ruin their lives.

1. "The ideal woman was described 2,500 years ago in Proverbs 31--and she is still intimidating her sisters ever since." Liz Higgs 2. Many inaccuracies re: motherhood, role of women in OT... 3. E.G., weddings arranged, girls forced to marry....not true; daughters could accept/reject; parents ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible