Sermons on Held:

Funeral

Contributed by Troy Mason on Aug 23, 2002

A funeral sermon

FUNERAL Isaiah 40:25-31 Introduction: Speak about Ms. Loretta. I. We can rely on the presence of God A. God never left Ms. Loretta’s side. B. He never leaves our side. C. ILLUS – Story of Mother who was asked by a psychologist which of her 5 children she loved most: She said “I love them all the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:25-31

Denomination: Baptist

A Job For Job Series

Contributed by Thomas Monroe on Sep 20, 2002

How might Job have qualified for the HOF!

I. Who was Job? A. He was a Godly man: 1. He was blameless (1) Psalm 15:2, Proverbs 19:1, 28:18) 2. He was upright (1) (Psalm 33:1, Proverbs 2:7, 21:29) 3. He feared God & shunned evil (1) (Psalm 111:10, Proverbs 8:13, 19:23) B. He was a wealthy man: 1. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

When The Valley Comes

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

Jesus was tempted by the devil but he resisted. From Jesus, we can see the three temptations that Jesus resisted and learn how we can resist our temptations.

I. Introduction (1) a. Ill. Thetis held the young Achilles by the heel and dipped him in the river Styx; everything the sacred waters touched became invulnerable, but while she was dipping him in the water she had to hold him by the heel so the heel remained dry and therefore unprotected. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

God's Faithfulness, Part 3 Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on May 5, 2006

God has promised to sovereignly and faithfully use your sickness, your problems, your pain, your heartache, your needs as well as the good things that are happening in your life to conform you to the image of His Son.

These verses speak of God’s Faithfulness – “good” (v.28c, 29) God is faithful to complete the job of making you like Christ, despite what happens in life. Explanation: These verses do not teach us that everything that happens in our lives is good. That’s absurd! Humanely speaking, there’s very ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-29

How Close Do I Need To Be? Series

Contributed by Matthew Bullen on Nov 14, 2006

a great series talking about what our values need to teach us in our everyday life.

Isaiah 59:19 (KJV) -According to national studies, 1 out of every 10 teenagers believes in absolute truth. -Live and you don’t have to listen to the other areas if you do not want to. When you aim at nothing it easy to hit the bulls eye. -We have got to understand that there has to be a standard ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Possessions

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 8, 2004

Jesus’ compassion to the children, and His teaching to the rich young ruler who asked how he could obtain salvation.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Martin Luther said, I have held many things in my hands and I have lost them all; but whatever I have placed in God’s hands, that I still possess. - (Source unknown) Jewish mothers wanted their children to be blessed by what they considered a distinguished Rabbi so ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:11-22

Denomination: Baptist

Omission

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 12, 2004

Sometimes not doing anything can be a sin.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Sam Jones was a preacher who held revival services, which he called “quittin’ meetings.” His preaching was directed primarily to Christians, and he urged them to give up the sinful practices in their lives. Sam’s messages were very effective, and many people promised ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 15:17-41

Denomination: Baptist

Repentance

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 27, 2005

Hosea calls for repentance (vv. 1-3) and God promises restoration (vv. 4-8). God had to punish Israel for its gross and repeated violation of His law, but He would do so with a heavy heart. The preceding chapters have painted a very drab picture (v. l). N

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Thomas Jefferson founded the University of Virginia. The misbehavior of students led to a riot in which professors who tried to restore order were attacked. The following day a meeting was held between the university’s board, of which Jefferson was a member, and defiant ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 14:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Hypocrisy

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 19, 2004

It seems that this passage describes God’s indictment of all hypocrites, regardless of race or religion, culture or creed. Both Jews and Gentiles are included in this discussion, but the Gentile often appears in a better light than the Jew.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Despite the mind-numbing brutality of the Joseph Stalin regime in the Soviet Union, his propaganda machine did its job well. Many Russians hailed him as a hero and a savior, including a young school girl who was chosen on one occasion to greet Stalin. Years later, this ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Greetings Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 10, 2010

Introduction to Ephesians

Acts 19: The History of Ephesus: -Capital of proconsular Asia as such was the political and commercial center of this large region. -The melting pot of nations and ethnic groups. Greek/ Roman/ Jew/ Gentile. -Home of the largest Greek open-air Theaters. Held 25,000 spectators. -Home of one of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Second Chances

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 9, 2011

God makes successes out of our failures. Satan wants us to think we are washed up when we fall, but God will still use us if we are repentant and confess our sins....

Second Chances May 8, 2011 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God makes successes out of our failures. Focus Passage: John 21:15-19 Supplemental Passage: I decide to do good, but I don’t really do it; I decide not to do bad, but then I do it anyway. ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

Sell It All?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 18, 2009

The command to become poor for the Gospel’s sake is really a liberation to preach the Gospel.

Tuesday of Second Week in Easter John 3 Today’s reading from Acts is a little scary. We always worry about the preaching of the Gospel, lest it impact on our lifestyle. It looks today as if Luke is telling us to sell our property and give it to the poor or to the community for the poor. A ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Catholic

Where?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Dec 30, 2009

Examining the story of the wise men using the question, "where?"

Matthew 2: 1 – 12 / Where? Intro: Gift giving has been a part of the Christmas holiday season for centuries. When my children were small they always received 3 gifts at Christmas b/c it was a way of teaching them that the Christ child received 3 gifts when He was born. I enjoyed shopping for my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Fully Persuaded

Contributed by Ruby Mallory on May 27, 2013

Who is God and what is He to you?

Fully Persuaded Matthew 16:13-18, 19 Romans 14:5b. "...let every man (spirit being) be fully persuaded in his own mind. Expound on Matthew 16:13-18 - what’s the word on the street about Me? - what do you say about Me? - The revelation Peter had must be ours. Peter was open to change and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nehemiah Served God With Proper Motivation

Contributed by Carl Palatino on Nov 27, 2011

Nehemiah served God’s purpose in his own generation.

NEHEMIAH SERVED GOD WITH PROPER MOTIVATION Introduction: The use of the first person identifies the author as Nehemiah, the governor of the Persian province of Judah (1:1—2:20; 13:4-31). His name means "Yahweh has comforted."The purpose of God was that His people should return to His ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:4

Denomination: Baptist