Sermons on Hidden Idols:

Be Focused On People, Not Property Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Oct 30, 2021

It is important to note that the church is comprised of people. It is not a building. If we fail to remember this fact, we might make the mistake of directing our energies into preserving property instead of rescuing those who are perishing.

In Matthew 16:18, we read where Jesus said to Peter, “You are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it.” When Jesus stated that He would build His church “on this rock,” He was not referring to the location where they were standing, and He ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Is It God's Will?

Contributed by John Bright on Sep 4, 2021

A sermon for the anniversary of 9/11

“Is It God’s Will?” Genesis 45:4-8 A sermon for 8/22/21 Pastor John Bright Genesis 45 “4 And Joseph said to his brothers, “Please come near to me.” So they came near. Then he said: “I am Joseph your brother, whom you sold into Egypt. 5 But now, do not therefore be grieved or angry with ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:4-8, Isaiah 55:8-9, Matthew 10:29-31, Daniel 3:17-18, James 1:22-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Digesting The Gospel

Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 29, 2012

As an overview of the book of Romans we see how Paul summarizes and condenses the concept of the gospel within these few verses.

1. The Lawyer An independent woman started her own business. She was shrewd and diligent, so business kept coming in. Pretty soon she realized she needed an in-house counsel, and so she began interviewing young lawyers. "As I’m sure you can understand," she started off with one of the first ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:25-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Plain Truth About Christmas – Symbols And Images Series

Contributed by Timothy Ogada on Dec 21, 2025

Christmas

THE PLAIN TRUTH ABOUT CHRISTMAS – SYMBOLS AND IMAGES Consider the various symbols used in Christmas celebrations. They all have their roots in paganism. First, let us look at the ‘dear Santa Claus’. What Does Santa Claus Have to Do With Jesus and His Birth? In many lands, Santa Claus is viewed as ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 10:3-6

Miraculous Mercy For Manasseh

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 1, 2025

Manasseh was the evil king who led Judah into total destruction. Yet the Bible records that after 55 years of evil, he turned to the Lord & God forgave him. This story is a picture of God's incredible grace! There's still hope!

MIRACULOUS MERCY FOR MANASSEH 2 Kgs. 21:1-16 INTRODUCTION A. ILLUS: Conversion of ISIS Fighters 1. It sounds unbelievable. Like something out of a movie. But it’s true. 2. In recent years, organizations working in the Middle East have shared testimonies of former ISIS fighters—men who were ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 21:1-16, 2 Chronicles 33:10-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

For The Love Of Money Series

Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on Jul 26, 2022

Don't let the symbol of our worship be a dollar sign when it should be a cross.

The Death of god Pastor Kyle Idleman asked this question that I'd like to share with you: Do you remember in September of 2008 when the worst happened? God died. And who would have guessed? He seemed eternal. He wasn't going anywhere anytime soon. It happened at a point when his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:8-19, Ephesians 5:15, Ephesians 5:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Thirst Of The Soul - Psalm 63 Part 3 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jun 23, 2025

One attribute of God you won't see in the theology books, even though it is mentioned more often in the Bible than other, more celebrated attributes, is the food-likeness of God. And before you laugh--consider how often God compares himself to food and drink.

Psalm 63:1-5 A Psalm of David. When he was in the Desert of Judah. O God, you are my God, earnestly I seek you; my soul thirsts for you, my body longs for you, in a dry and weary land where there is no water. 2 Therefore I have seen you in the sanctuary and beheld your power and your glory. 3 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1, Psalm 63:5

Pre-Requisites For Interpreting

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 14, 2001

Pre-requisites for Interpreting the Scriptures

I. Pre-requisites for Interpreting the Scriptures 1. Although God wants to communicate to people about His truths, there are certain pre-requisites for being able to rightly divide the word of truth. We must believe and know that the scripture is God-breathed, inerrant, and that it is profitable ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ten Commandments

Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Jan 16, 2003

A Message that proves that we have all sinned and broken God’s commandments in some way, and that we all need Christ for salvation

Today’s Sermon The Ten Commandments By-Evangelist Gary Huckaby D.D. We take our text today from the book of Exodus 20:1-18. Before we read this passage, please bow with me in prayer. Prayer: Heavenly Father, speak to us today. Let us know our plight and our sins that we may seek your ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer In A Humble Place Series

Contributed by Peter Bines on Sep 6, 2005

Here Jonah finds himself in a humble place where through prayer he gets back on track with God. His experience in the great fish shows us how sin sinks the soul; how hope is found in the depths and how grace lifts us up, resulting in a re-born compassion

JONAH CHAPTER TWO INTRODUCTION In the late winter of 1891, the whale-ship ’Star of the East’ was in the area of the Falkland Islands when it sighted a whale. Two boats were sent out with harpoons to catch and kill the creature. But the whale’s lashing tail overturned one of the boats spilling the ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Reasons For The Wrath Of God Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 27, 2007

In Romans 1:19-23, Paul gives three reasons why every person born--with the exception of Jesus Christ--fully deserves the wrath of God.

Scripture Let us continue our study in Romans 1:18-23 about the wrath of God. Last week in Romans 1:18 we noted several features about the wrath of God. Today, in Romans 1:19-23, we are going to see several reasons for the wrath of God. Let’s read Romans 1:18-23, noting that our text for today is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:19-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Drive Out Sin Or It Will Drive You

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 16, 2013

One of the greatest problems that I see in the church is that fact that too many people follow the same path that Israel followed when they first entered into the Promised Land. They were quick to forget the great miracles of deliverance that God had give

Friday, September 16, 2005 Drive Out Sin or It Will Drive You Judges 2:1-2:22 One of the greatest problems that I see in the church is that fact that ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Church Is Not About My Rights. It's About You. (1 Corinthians 9:1-27) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Mar 12, 2022

Paul modeled a better approach for the Corinthians, at great personal cost. Don't focus on your rights. Focus on the other.

In last week's passage, Paul tried to convince the Corinthians that they needed to stop going to idol temples and eating idol meat there. The Corinthians-- at least some of them-- thought that doing this was okay. They viewed this question as an issue of knowledge, and as an issue of freedom. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:1-27

Worshipping The Right God In The Wrong Way! Series

Contributed by Dennis Marquardt on Oct 18, 2000

#2 in 10 Commandment Series

#2 “WORSHIPPING THE RIGHT GOD IN THE WRONG WAY!” TEXT: Ex. 20:4-6; 24-25; Num. 21:8-9; II Kings 18:3-5 INTRO: Strangely enough, the 2nd commandment is probably one of the most violated commandments today! That may seem strange since it is a prohibition against making idols, but there are many ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Get Ready Series

Contributed by Bob Hunter on Nov 25, 2001

This message will prepare a Church to conquer new spiritual territory.

Get Ready! Joshua 1:1-11 Pastor Bob Hunter Springwater Church of the Nazarene Gresham, OR One of the most intriguing individuals in the O.T. was a man named Joshua. A whole book was named after him, a lot of scholars believe the book to be his own personal account of what historically ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-18

Denomination: Holiness