Sermons on Heralding Jesus:

If I’ve Received Salvation, Why Do I Still Struggle? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 18, 2023

Romans 7 delves into the struggles we as Christians experience in this world: wanting to follow God yet often caught up in our sin nature. What does Paul teach us about how we are to look at that reality?

DEAD MAN WALKING: Dying with Christ is important because it means we’ve been freed. - Romans 7:1-4a. - Chapter 7 obviously flows from chapter 6. Last week in chapter 6 the big ideas we talked about were the (a) we are dead to sin and alive to Christ and (b) that we have to choose if we are going ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

A New Creation: Transformed By Truth 2 Corinthians 5:17 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 31, 2023

In 2 Corinthians 5:17 - Join me in exploring the transformative power of truth encapsulated in this verse, unraveling the profound implications for our lives.

A New Creation: Transformed by Truth Introduction: In 2 Corinthians 5:17 (NLT), the Apostle Paul declares, "This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun!" Join me in exploring the transformative power of truth ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17, Ephesians 4:22-24, Galatians 2:20, Romans 6:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Is Mom A Superhero?

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 4, 2024

How do we best honor our mothers?

Is Mom a Superhero? Proverbs 31:10–31 NKJV Who can find a virtuous wife? For her worth is far above rubies. The heart of her husband safely trusts her; So he will have no lack of gain. She does him good and not evil All the days of her life. She seeks wool and flax, And willingly works ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Living A Surrendered Life

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on May 20, 2024

As believers, we are to live out the transformation that has taken place on the inside. It is easy to state that one is a believer and follower of Christ; it is an entirely different matter to live in such a way that others can see evidence of the professed relationship with Christ.

Living a Surrendered Life Ephesians 4:25-32 We have discussed much in recent weeks regarding the obligations and responsibilities of believers within the body of Christ. Paul has painted a detailed picture of how the church should look and the witness presented unto a watching world. While the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Friction? Lift Up Your Head!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 20, 2022

FRICTION? Life has many friction points. We must learn CREATIVE USE OF CONFLICT. Life is about choices.

FRICTION? LIFT UP YOUR HEAD… By Wade Martin Hughes Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Luke 21:28 And when these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh. Luke 21:28 (MSG) When all this starts to happen, up on your feet. Stand tall with your heads ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:28, Isaiah 61:3, 1 Timothy 6:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Do I Do When My Faith Is Under Attack? Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jul 28, 2022

Daniel faces the greatest challenge of his life by relying on his faith in God.

Introduction The year is 2022, and our faith is under attack. It should not surprise us because all throughout the Bible men and woman of faith have come under attack. Noah as he worked on building the Ark probably his faith in God suffered great ridicule by those around him. The Bible describes ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

You Shall Not Covet Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 8, 2022

Based on Ex. 20:17 - Challenges hearers to consider what coveting really is & how to combat it

“YOU SHALL NOT COVET” Ex. 20:17 FBCF – 8/7/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – There are a lot of things that we Baby Boomers experienced during our childhood & adolescent years. We had the best music, & we also had some of the worst hairstyles. Asked baby-boomers & almost-boomers to respond on FB ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:17, Genesis 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Call Of Jeremiah

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 13, 2022

Jeremiah was called to a most painful and difficult ministry and was faithful.

The Call of Jeremiah Jeremiah 1:4-10 We will take a look this morning at the call of the prophet Jeremiah who served in one of the most painful times of the history of Jerusalem and Judah. He got to see the backsliding of the nation from the reforms King Josiah had put in place to the seige of ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Genesis 39

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Aug 16, 2022

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1 Now Joseph had been taken down to Egypt; and Potiphar, an Egyptian officer of Pharaoh, the captain of the bodyguard, bought him from the Ishmaelites, who had taken him down there. 2 The LORD was with Joseph, so he became a successful man. This should encourage us, since he was in ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Samson: The Weakest Strongman (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 20, 2022

The story of Samson is a tale of 2 Samsons. In Judges 13-15 we see Samson is the strongest man in the world and full of pride. In chapter 16 he is weak blind and in shackles. Guess which Samson God used to deliver his people?

Judges 16 You know that when you buy a new car it is not going to cost the advertised price. You know there are hidden costs, right? The advertised price is not going to mention the sales tax, title registration fee, license tag, documentation fees, undercoating, warranty package, destination and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

When Scars Remain Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 31, 2022

David set in motion many troubles from his sin with Bathsheba. He is forgiven, but the consequences of sin play out. Not all problems are a result of sin and we don’t usually see such a one to one correlation between our past sin and our problems but it is explicitly clear in King David’s case.

Fairytales are so uplifting. Prince charming rescues the princes and of course they live happily ever after. A lot of traumatic things happened to the princes before prince charming rescued her. The fairytale ending whitewashes the harsh reality of the remaining scars. Everyone has struggles. Yes, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

When Your Sin Finds You Out Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Sep 17, 2022

David could not hide his sin from the very one who he ultimately sinned against, God. God knows your every move, your every thought, and your every motive.

Thomas Cromwell was having a portrait painted. He said, “paint me as I am leave out not a scar or a blemish.” There is a Wikipedia article on the portrait of Thomas Cromwell. The article says that Cromwell’s portrait is the least flattering portrait the artist ever painted. For centuries a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-26, 2 Samuel 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Donkey And God’s Correction

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Sep 27, 2022

A farmer who wanted to sell his donkey. A potential buyer showed up and looked the animal over. He asked if he could hitch him up to the wagon and see how he worked. The farmer did so and climbed up into the wagon with the customer handing him the reins.

1. Numbers 22:1-12 2. Numbers 22: 21-24 Psalm 141 Illustration A farmer who wanted to sell his donkey. A potential buyer showed up and looked the animal over. He asked if he could hitch him up to the wagon and see how he worked. The farmer did so and climbed up into the wagon with the customer ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 22:21-24, Numbers 22:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Desire Than Gold Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 15, 2022

The word of God is more desirable than Gold, Sweeter than Honey, and more profitable than any rewards. It is perfect, holy, righteous, and good. The word of God was inspired by the holy spirit and spoken to us for our enlightenment.

Desired than Gold, Honey - Psalm 19:10-11 Greetings: “The Lord is good and his love endures forever.” The story is told by a college professor who visited the Fiji Islands. He critically remarked to an elderly chief, "You're a great leader, but it's a pity you've been taken in by ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:10-11

Denomination: Methodist

Mother's Day - Woman Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on May 7, 2022

She was concerned about her family’s needs. She was punctual in feeding them and leading them to bed. She made sure of these important lifestyles.

Wise Woman - Mothers’ Day Proverbs 31:10-31 Introduction: The Lord is good and his love endures forever. Happy Mother’s Day. (All mothers could stand and others can appreciate with a round of applause for their role). Joke: Two mothers were discussing: The first mother asked: How do you get ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Methodist