Sermons on His Kingdom And Glory:

Taking Every Thought Captive Series

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Apr 1, 2013

Paul told us several things we could do to win the battle he mentioned in Romans 7:15 This is the last one.

Captive Thoughts 2 Corinthians 10:5 Today, the preacher has a crazy sermon. I warn you now. Those who join by radio after we get started will say, “What is this crazy preacher talking about?” Others will turn me off because they will say “I did not want to hear a discussion of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:5

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Anchored In The Storm Pt3

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 1, 2012

Another tragedy that often happens when some people are going through a storm, is that they stop being faithful to God in the area of giving. So the third anchor we must throw out is

Part 1 & Part 2 Review 1. When You’re In A Storm, You Cannot Depend On Human Wisdom The sailors that were traveling with Paul were skilled and knowledgeable men. They knew what to do when they found themselves caught in a storm so they begin to lighten the ship’s load and even threw the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:13-29

Denomination: Baptist

"In Search Of The Perfect Gift"

Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 29, 2016

Some of us have in our lives a person who is very difficult to buy for. Perhaps they already have nearly…you know what do you buy for the guy who has everything? What does Bill Gates‘ wife get him for Christmas?

“In Search of the Perfect Gift” John 3:16 Some of us have in our lives a person who is very difficult to buy for. Perhaps they already have nearly…you know what do you buy for the guy who has everything? What does Bill Gates‘ wife get him for Christmas? After all, he is now worth 75 billion ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

"In Search Of The Perfect Gift":

Contributed by David Henderson on Jan 30, 2017

What do you buy for the person who has everything?

“In Search of the Perfect Gift” John 3:16 Some of us have in our lives a person who is very difficult to buy for. Perhaps they already have nearly…you know what do you buy for the guy who has everything? What does Bill Gates‘ wife get him for Christmas? After all, he is now worth 75 billion ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

If It Can’t Save Us, Why Did God Give The Law?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 31, 2017

This sermon answers two big questions: 1. Why do I need the Law to make me aware of my sin? 2. Why would I want the Law to make me aware of my sin?

A Question: “If it can’t save us, why did God give the Law?” - Romans 3:19-20. - To clarify as we begin: when Paul here speaks of the Law, he has in mind the Mosaic Law given to Israel by God. - By extension, we could make similar point about the truth of God generally. - The Law does not save ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Unfortunate, The Hothead, And The Believer Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 1, 2014

As representatives of our Lord and Savior, we want to reflect the ethical behavior that should characterize God’s people. Today we will look at two ethics we need to embrace.

The Unfortunate, the Hothead, and the Believer (Proverbs 22:22-25) 1. A rabbinic story tells about a group of people traveling in a boat. One passenger takes out a drill and begins drilling a hole under his seat. The other passengers, quite understandably, complain that this action may cause the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:22-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Doing The Work Of God Lesson 24 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 28, 2017

How god uses our gifts

The children of Israel were invited to help build the Tabernacle. “Everyone is invited to bring offerings” (35:4, NLT). As they built a sanctuary for God, today we are invited to build the Body of Christ by offering ourselves and our gifts to God. A. WHO CAN DO THE WORK OF ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 35:10-35

Denomination: Baptist

Ponder This In Your Heart

Contributed by Mark Bauer on Dec 16, 2014

Mary pondered - using four gifts to explore meaning of Christmas as we ponder it's meaning in our lives

Mary pondered all these words in her heart. That’s what I want to focus on tonight Ponder That’s what Christmas is about reflecting, thinking, contemplating the wonder of Christmas’ past and present and future Birth of Baby Jesus, Christmas programs, Christmas worship, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Can Anything Good Come Out Of...?

Contributed by John Pingel on Jan 16, 2021

Sermon for the Second Sunday after the Epiphany

Epiphany II John 1: 46 "Nazareth? Can anything good come from there?" Nathanael asked. “Can anything good come out of….?” You fill in the blank. This phrase—“Can anything good come out of?”—is found within the story of Jesus calling his first disciples, John chapter ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-46

Denomination: Lutheran

Sermon On A Moral Compass

Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 18, 2021

A moral compass is defined as a person's ability to ascertain the difference between right and wrong and act accordingly.

Ian Anthony Dale, an American actor, once remarked: “A lot of the time, a moral compass is all that separates a hero from being a villain; otherwise, the two are very much the same. Both are generally the richest and most complex characters, and they get to have all the fun. I guess it's those ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:19-21, 2 Timothy 2:15, Mark 7:20-23, Romans 2:15

Sermon On The Power Of Words

Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 28, 2021

Words are one of the most powerful and effective means of communication in life.

Anthony Jay Robbins, often known as Tony Robbins, an American author and philanthropist once remarked: “Throughout human history, our greatest leaders and thinkers have used the power of words to transform our emotions, to enlist us in their causes, and to shape the course of destiny. Words can not ...read more

Scripture: John 17:17, Isaiah 40:8, Proverbs 30:5, Isaiah 55:11

On With God's Work Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jun 15, 2022

When we have setbacks we need to hear and cherish the voices that cry out, get on with God’s work. What God’s people need in this situation is the voice of encouragement.

You may remember the dramatic scene from the movie Chariots of Fire. It is when Eric Liddell Falls in a race, gets up and goes on to win the race. Now that is an inspiration. What about us as Christians? Do we stumble? Do we get tripped up and fall down? Of course we do. But we don’t lay there. We ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 5:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Be Careful How You Treat A Brother

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Jun 20, 2022

Obadiah is the smallest book in the Old Testament but contains some powerful lessons. This study is intended to be an overview of the book

Obadiah: Be Careful How You Treat God’s Children By Joe Mack Cherry I. Introduction A. Facts 1. Obadiah is the shortest book in the OT 2. Obadiah means “worshipper or servant of Yahweh” 3. He doesn’t tell us anything about himself. 4. Scripture refers to 11 people with the name ...read more

Scripture: Obadiah 1:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon On Presence

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 31, 2022

Presence is defined as the state or fact of existing, occurring or being present. It may also refer to an existence that is present, but is not seen.

Tara Brach, an American psychologist and author once remarked: “In any moment, no matter how lost we feel, we can take refuge in presence and love. We need only pause, breathe, and open to the experience of aliveness within us. In that wakeful openness, we come home to the peace and freedom of our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-12, John 14:17-20, Psalm 31:19-21, Hebrews 10:36

Disciples Overcome Differences Together Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on May 13, 2021

Churches are composed of people from every perspective, heritage, and history. The diversity of people in each church leads to conflicting views on everything.

Acts of Discipleship Disciples Overcome Differences Acts 15:1-18 Introduction Dr. Debra Dupree wrote, “Anytime two people come together, there are likely to be differences in their beliefs, expectations, attitudes, concerns, hopes, and values.” In every group of people that we have been a part ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ