Sermons on Hatred And Bigotry:

The Gog/Magog Prophecy Revealed

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Nov 14, 2022

Who is this Gog and Magog Ezekiel tells us about? And when will they invade Israel? The answer lies in Scripture. But we must be careful not to assume anything by our own understanding. We need God to show us the truth of this prophecy. Which I believe He has done today.

Ever since Russia made its invasion of the Ukraine, pastors, preachers and evangelists all over the world have been quick to get on their proverbial "soap box" and claim that this is the fulfillment of the prophecy found in Ezekiel 38. And for a time, I also believed this was the prophecy ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 38:1-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Must Have Misunderstood Me Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 11, 2017

A study in the book of Acts 25: 1 – 27

Acts 25: 1 – 27 You must have misunderstood me 25 Now when Festus had come to the province, after three days he went up from Caesarea to Jerusalem. 2 Then the high priest and the chief men of the Jews informed him against Paul; and they petitioned him, 3 asking a favor against him, that he would ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Dealing With Prejudice Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 10, 2020

God is always at work…and sometimes we get to see it. When we don’t see it…remember God is always at work.

We made a quick road trip to Virginia last weekend to see two of our daughters and sons-in-law…and three of our grandchildren. Here’s a picture of us decorating pumpkins with them. And here’s a picture of our grandson Dean with his pumpkin. Dean lives in Davenport (we join Biff and Robin Rollins ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-33, Galatians 3:28-29, Ephesians 3:6, Mark 7:18-19, 1 Timothy 4:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

If You Could Have Been There

Contributed by John Beehler on Mar 21, 2001

What would you have done if you had been at Jesus’ trial?

If You Could Have Been There 1. "Back to the Future" story 2. Moses b. 1500 B.C. Elijah 900 B.C. only time travelers. Matt. 17 Transfiguration. 3. Vs. 1 “Very early in the morning” Illegally arrested Jesus at night and conducted a trial. Powerful Sanhedrin-70 men-supreme ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Governing Authorities

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 16, 2000

A devotion for growing believers

“LET EVERY SOUL BE SUBJECT TO THE GOVERNING AUTHORITIES. FOR THERE IS NO AUTHORITY EXCEPT FROM GOD, AND EVERY AUTHORITY THAT EXISTS IS FROM GOD.” Now here is a passage of scripture that is very neglected; and we are living in a time when it should be taught often. In the thirteenth ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1

Denomination: Orthodox

In The Father's Hands

Contributed by Gordon Ross on Feb 8, 2003

A message on the security of our salvation being in the Father’s hands. Also, encouraging us to put other issues of life in the hands of God.

John 10:22-30 A. Most things are best left in the hand of the pros. Sports, repairs, music, etc. B. The same item in different hands can bring about different results. C. That principle certainly applies to our redemption. I. Our Salvation is in the Hands of God A. He knew us from the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-30

Denomination: Baptist

Submission Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jul 15, 2001

A series of sermons from Richard Foster’s book "Celebration of Discipline." A top 10 book for any Christian!

CELEBRATION OF DISCIPLINE: SUBMISSION MARK 8:34 INTRODUCTION The purpose of any spiritual discipline is freedom. The discipline is a tool to aid us in our spiritual lives. Each discipline has value only when we keep God in perspective… and each discipline brings freedom. I want to stress ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"An Old-Fashioned Christian"

Contributed by Blake Carroll on Aug 30, 2001

Christians should live according to the ways of the old saints of God.

Title: “An Old-Fashioned Christian” Scripture: Proverbs 22:28 Introduction: This verse refers to stone pillars and other markers set up to denote land boundaries. Removal of them could have resulted in chaos for everyone. There are other landmarks, those which our fathers have set up, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:28

Denomination: Baptist

A Father's Failure

Contributed by Robert Kerr on Jun 10, 2002

Why did David lose his son Absalom?

Text: 2 Sam 18:33b "O my son Absalom, my son, my son Absalom! would God I had died for thee, O Absalom, my son, my son" King David Question: Why did David lose his son Absalom? I/ FIRST, NOTICE THE REALM OF DAVID’S FAILURE 1. Not as a warrior - 1 Sam 17:32&45 (Goliath) 2. Not as an adopted son - ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 18:33

Denomination: Baptist

Wise Men Still Seek Jesus Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 8, 2001

exposition on matt ch 2

Wise men still seek Jesus Matthew ch 2 Notice:- 1. The testimony they shared - v. 2 "where is He that is born" (a) Who came - wise men, (astrologers or king makers) (b) Where came - Jerusalem v. 1 obvious place for a king (c) Why came - v. 2 because of what they:- 1. sought "The king" 2. saw ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-23

Denomination: Holiness

Christ's Coming And Israel Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 28, 2001

exposition on Matt ch 24

CHRIST’S COMING AND ISRAEL Matthew 24 v. 1 - 28 and Revelation 6 v. 1 - 17 Note :- The Disciples respect for the temple v. 1 - 4, v. 2 and the Lord’s reaction (it would be destroyed), v. 3 now the disciples request for :- 1. A Time v. 36 "but of that day and hour knoweth no man..., but my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-28

Denomination: Holiness

The Second Angel Pronouncing Judgment Series

Contributed by David Jenkins on Oct 21, 2004

The Second Angel pronouncing judgment

Revelation 14:8, “Then another angel followed him through the skies, shouting, "Babylon is fallen--that great city is fallen--because she seduced the nations of the world and made them drink the wine of her passionate immorality."” This other angel is more than likely another angel ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Just So You Know

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 11, 2006

There are things that we know that will never be of any real importance, but there are some things, if known and applied, will make a difference in your life and in this world.

JUST SO YOU KNOW Three things in life that, once gone, never come back - 1. Time (Jack’s wife died before I got there) 2. Words (The damage hurtful words can never be repaired. They may be forgiven but the scar remains) 3. Opportunity ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

If You Had It To Do All Over Again

Contributed by Clint Shrum on Jan 3, 2007

If you had life to live over again would you make some of the mistakes you made in the past

IF YOU HAD IT TO DO ALL OVER AGAIN II Samuel 12:13-24 Intro: In the reading of the scripture we find Nathan the prophet has rebuked David for his sin. David admitted his sin and begged God to spare his life. The Lord spared David but from here on through the rest of David’s reign was nothing but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:13-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

On Divorce

Contributed by Sean Lester on Jan 8, 2007

This was used in a sunday school class. A basic Biblical perspective on divorce.

On Divorce Sunday School Lesson November 10, 2002 Malachi 2:13-16 (2:13) Another thing you do: You flood the LORD’s altar with tears. You weep and wail because he no longer pays attention to your offerings or accepts them with pleasure from your hands. (2:14) You ask, "Why?" It is because the ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:13-16

Denomination: Pentecostal