Sermons on Hittites:

A Covenant Of Love

Contributed by Brian Williams on May 13, 2025

In a day when everyone is doing what is right in their own eyes, loyalty and love for others, for their families and especially for God stands out in this world.

Let’s turn to Ruth 1:1-22 1 Now it came about in the days when the judges governed, that there was a famine in the land. And a man of Bethlehem in Judah went to reside in the land of Moab with his wife and his two sons. 2 The name of the man was Elimelech, and the name of his wife, Naomi; and ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Experiencing The Joy Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 13, 2009

Forgiveness brings freedom and joy!

Experiencing the Joy of Forgiveness In his book, The Preaching Event, John Claypool tells a poignant story about identical twin brothers who never married because they enjoyed each other’s company so much. When their father died, they took over his store and ran it together in a joyful ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:6-8

Denomination: Methodist

When Love Turns To Lust

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 26, 2009

A young man confusing lust for love unleashes havoc on the Kingdom of David. His actions serve to caution us not to confuse lust for love.

*2 Samuel 13:1-19* *When Love Turns to Lust* “Absalom, David’s son, had a beautiful sister, whose name was Tamar. And after a time Amnon, David’s son, loved her. And Amnon was so tormented that he made himself ill because of his sister Tamar, for she was a virgin, and it seemed impossible to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

What Happens In Vegas Won’t Stay In Vegas

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 29, 2009

Sin in the life of a child of God will be exposed by the Father who loves us too much to permit us to hide our sin.

“In the course of time the wife of Judah, Shua’s daughter, died. When Judah was comforted, he went up to Timnah to his sheepshearers, he and his friend Hirah the Adullamite. And when Tamar was told, ‘Your father-in-law is going up to Timnah to shear his sheep,’ she took off her widow’s garments ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 38:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

A Decision Of The Heart Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 18, 2009

These are the last words of Joshua and they were a call to commitment.

A Decision of the Heart Joshua 24:1-25 The prime minister of Israel sat down with the leader of the Arab nations with the intention of negotiating an end to their long drawn out conflict. The prime minister asked if he could begin by recounting a story and the Arab ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Watcha Gonna Do When He Comes And Deals With You Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 25, 2013

A study of the book of Isaiah chapter 47

Isaiah 47: 1 – 15 Watcha Gonna Do When He Comes And Deals With You 1 “Come down and sit in the dust, O virgin daughter of Babylon; Sit on the ground without a throne, O daughter of the Chaldeans! For you shall no more be called tender and delicate. 2 Take the millstones and grind meal. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 47:1-15

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Getting To Know God Better Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Feb 21, 2016

Many people still believe in God but the the number is declining. In this message, we will learn three things from the Book of Judges that will help us get to know Him better.

SCRIPTURE READING: Judges 3: 3 These are the nations the Lord left to test all those Israelites who had not experienced any of the wars in Canaan 2 (he did this only to teach warfare to the descendants of the Israelites who had not had previous battle experience):3 the five rulers of the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 3:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

A Place Of Favor With God (Exodus 33:1-17) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 14, 2023

After the golden calf, the future between God and Israel is murky, and unsettled. Into that, enter Moses, a man who has God's favor, and who God knows by name, and who has a close relationship with God.

Today, I want to read through three separate, but related, episodes in Exodus. Each of these three, by themselves, would make a great devotional, or sermon. There's something in each of them that is worth stopping, and just thinking about. But when we combine them, like I think we are ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:1-17, Luke 2:52

2 Samuel Part 5

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Sep 16, 2024

NASB, endnotes from biblegateway.com

Sheba’s Revolt THIS IS NOT ABOUT THE QUEEN. 20 Now a worthless fellow happened to be there whose name was Sheba, the son of Bichri, a Benjamite; and he blew the trumpet and said, “We have no portion in David, Nor do we have inheritance in the son of Jesse; Every man to his tents, O Israel!” 2 So ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

The Father's Blessing - Genesis 48-49

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 4, 2025

In the story of Jacob, the father’s blessing spoken over his children greatly impacted their lives and the generations to come. As believers in JESUS, OUR HEAVENLY FATHER has spoken blessing in HIS WORD that can change our lives too.

2024.12.08.Sermon Notes. Genesis 48-49 THE FATHER’S BLESSING William Akehurst, HSWC ADVENT: PEACE. Pray for Peace in the world Scriptures: Psalms 71:18, Genesis 48:1-22, Ephesians 4:26-27, Ephesians 4:31-32, Genesis 49:1-33, Genesis 26:24, Ephesians 1:3, Matthew 5:3-12, 1 Chronicles 4:10, Psalms ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:18, Genesis 48:1-22, Ephesians 4:26-27, Ephesians 4:31-32, Genesis 49:1-33, Genesis 26:24, Ephesians 1:3, Matthew 5:3-12, 1 Chronicles 4:10, Psalm 103:1-5, Matthew 25:34, Psalm 112:1-2, Matthew 7:11, James 1:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"if Your Presence Will Not Go With Me,,,"

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 8, 2025

When God threatens to withdraw His presence, the critical danger demands that leaders plead with the Lord to stay near.

“The LORD said to Moses, ‘Depart; go up from here, you and the people whom you have brought up out of the land of Egypt, to the land of which I swore to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, saying, “To your offspring I will give it.” I will send an angel before you, and I will drive out the Canaanites, the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Living With A Bad Decision Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 13, 2002

An examination of a decision by Joshua and the elders of Israel that lingering consequences.

A Study of Joshua Sermon # 8 “Living with A Bad Decision” Joshua 9:1-27 “A wealthy eccentric died and left a million dollars to his nephew, John. When the will was read at the lawyer’s office, the lawyer said to John, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 9:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Truth And Consequences

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 16, 2004

This is about God’s forgiveness.

Last week we looked at the sin of David. He had an affair with the wife of one of his best soldiers. She wound up pregnant. He tried to cover it up. He sent her husband back to the war carrying his own death sentence. In verse 24 of chapter 11 we find the words of the messenger to the king, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

Good Newsis For Sharing

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jul 18, 2005

God’s plan is for HIs followers to tell others the good news of Jesus Christ. This sermon focuses upon I Peter 3:15 to motivate Christians to be prepared to be witnesses for Christ.

Good News is for Sharing I Peter 3:15 “But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect” II Kings 7 Fear strikes at the heart of anyone who goes for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-17

Denomination: Free Methodist

A Vow To Keep - Part One

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Dec 28, 2002

The challenge of a New Year, a New Day and a New You all begin with your commitment to make a vow to meet God daily in His word and build your spiritual intimacy with Christ.

A VOW TO KEEP – PART ONE A NEW YEAR, A NEW DAY, A NEW YOU JOSHUA 1:1-8 ©LARRY L. THOMPSON (2002) “After the death of Moses the servant of the Lord, the Lord said to Joshua son of Nun, Moses’ aide: [2] "Moses my servant is dead. Now then, you and all these people, get ready to cross the Jordan ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist