Sermons on Have Mercy Upon Me:

What Does It Mean That Jesus Was A ‘ransom’ For Us? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 22, 2014

A look at the correct understanding of "ransom" (it's not an extortion) and four key ideas that help us understand it.

PAYING "RANSOM"? Does this mean that God gave into extortion? - 1 Timothy 2:6. - A ransom is a price paid for someone’s freedom. - It’s an easy idea to get off-track on if you don’t watch it. - How so? Sometimes a ransom is basically extortion. Someone kidnaps someone and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Anointing Oil

Contributed by Hans Manaka on Oct 11, 2014

Most of people today put their eyes on the symbols rather than principles. This sermon is meant to help people understand the true source of God's power in their lives.

Exodus 30:25-38, Leviticus 18:8, 21:10 - 25 1. The anointing oil is the symbol of God's protection, blessing, and empowerment. 2. In the old testament the anointing oil Is dedicated to sanctify the tent of the meeting which was the house of God, furnitures, utensils of the Temple, the priests, ...read more

Denomination: *other

Called To Courageous Action (An Outline)

Contributed by Dr. Tracy W. Marx on Mar 17, 2012

First Samuel 17:4-50 When things seem too BIG and too SCARY and make us want to retreat, God calls us to courageous action.

Biblical Problem: The giant Philistine Goliath was terrifying the Israelites and forcing them into inaction. "He’s too big to defeat." "He’s too enormous to conquer." Biblical Solution: God called David to courageous action Goliath might be big, but God is bigger. Goliath might ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:4-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Goes Into Pitching Your Tent Towards Sodom? Series

Contributed by John Crisp on May 28, 2012

Lott's slow slide towards Sodom

Gen 13:5-13 1)We become discontent with the brethren (Verses 7-9) -there was strife, while the man of God wanted Unity. -He was not satisfied with being second to Abraham. -He had a choice to make: follow the man of God and God or Go his own way. -Even if there is strife in the camp, follow God and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Valentine

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 26, 2012

God’s message of love was sent in the Person of Jesus Christ.

God’s Valentine February 10, 2008 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God’s message of love was sent in the Person of Jesus Christ. Focus Passage: John 3:16 Introduction: Thursday, we’ll celebrate Valentine’s Day. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Going Out On A Limb For Jesus

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 26, 2012

We must do as Jesus did; seek and save those who are lost.

Going Out on a Limb for Jesus January 14, 2009 Wednesday Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must do as Jesus did; seek and save those who are lost. Focus Passage: Luke 19:1-10 Supplemental Passage: Matt 19:9-13 Introduction: I. Jesus Sought Him (vv. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

He Has Done For Us

Contributed by Bharat Raaya on Mar 2, 2016

Poor knowledge of the finished work of Christ on the cross can keep us bereave us of the benefits of our faith in living God.

He has done for us Who gave himself for our sins, that he might deliver us from this present evil world, according to the will of God and our Father - Gal.1:4 It's rather unfortunate that today's church lives in a perpetual state of blindness in spite of having the truth clearly revealed to us ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:4

Denomination: Bible Church

Look Who Came To Church

Contributed by Jason Duhon on Mar 5, 2016

On a typical Sunday, who will you find in our churches? Just about every cross-section of our population shows up, each with their own motives.

Who do we find in church? 1. The Heathen a) The Seeker This is the typical sinner. He or she comes to church, not desiring to become part of the fellowship, but for the sake of attendance. The natural person does not accept the things of the Spirit of God, for they are folly to him, and he is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:4

Denomination: Baptist

Satan Used Judas To Try And Hurt The Work Of God

Contributed by Lay Man on May 29, 2015

Then Satan entered Judas, called Iscariot, one of the Twelve. - Luke 22:3 This short passage of Scripture is full of irony and also should put the fear of the Lord in our hearts. Judas was one of the twelve Apostles our Lord choose through prayer and f ..

Then Satan entered Judas, called Iscariot, one of the Twelve. - Luke 22:3 This short passage of Scripture is full of irony and also should put the fear of the Lord in our hearts. Judas was one of the twelve Apostles our Lord choose through prayer and fasting all night. It was a serious decision ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stopping Our Tongues From Quarrelling

Contributed by Lay Man on May 29, 2015

And the Lord’s servant must not be quarrelsome but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, not resentful. - 2 Timothy 2:24 With the words of our mouth we can greatly transgress or speak words that bring hope, life and encouragement. We are to be s ..

And the Lord’s servant must not be quarrelsome but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, not resentful. - 2 Timothy 2:24 With the words of our mouth we can greatly transgress or speak words that bring hope, life and encouragement. We are to be servants of God who submit our faculties, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go: Evangelize Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jun 3, 2015

The Great Commission

Go: iEvangelize Once, there was a couple who attended church services for most of their lives. They were getting older, as both had retired, had kids who had left and gone on to other things and they were simply living their lives out. One particular day, at church, the pastor discussed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Life-Changing Words Series

Contributed by Pastor Dr. Tim Awotide on Jun 12, 2016

Words of salvation

Introduction A.The Power of a Few Words (1) Grand Truck R.R. Contest for words at crossings (2) Paid $2500.00 for STOP, LOOK,LISTEN (3) Many lives saved by these words. B. Three More Important Words: (1) Looking unto Jesus (2) Words of salvation, encouragement, direction (3) Words for daily ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

When God Hides His Face

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Jun 22, 2016

THE FACE OF GOD TOWARDS YOU DETERMINES YOUR BRIGHTNESS AND JOY

WHEN GOD HIDES HIS FACE MAIN TEXT: JOB 34:29 “When He giveth quietness, who then can make trouble? And when He hideth His face, who then can behold Him? Whether it be done against a nation or against a man only”. PROVERBS 14:34 Righteousness exalts a nation but sin is a reproach to any ...read more

Scripture: Job 34:29

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Big Riddle About Heaven

Contributed by Craig Condon on Oct 12, 2015

Jesus said that marriage is for people here on earth. But in the age to come, those who are raised from the dead will not marry or be married. Not only that, but they will never die again. They will live forever as the children of God.

Good morning boys and girls! How many of you like riddles? I liked them when I was your age, and I still like them because they make you think. Jesus also like riddles. He liked it when people told him riddles, and he also used riddles called parables. He used these riddles to teach the people ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:27-38

Denomination: Anglican

Run On Real Road Not On Treadmills

Contributed by Donato Solano on Jan 19, 2017

Practice makes perfect! Put in life everything we learn from God's word.

24Do you not know that all the runners in a stadium compete, but only one receives the prize? So run to win. 25Each competitor must exercise self-control in everything. They do it to receive a perishable crown, but we an imperishable one. 26So I do not run uncertainly or box like one who hits ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Baptist