Sermons on Hold Firm:

I Am The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 31, 2006

Jesus’ proclamation that he is the light of the world holds powerful image for us, and helps us to understand how Jesus moves in our lives and ministers to our needs.

John 16-13, 8:12 “I Am the Light of the World” INTRODUCTION Each and every one of us has different pictures, or images, of Jesus and how he moves in our lives. Many of us imagine Jesus as our friend. Of course, this picture is expressed by the popular, old time hymn, “What a Friend We Have ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-13

Denomination: Lutheran

God Is My Provider

Contributed by James May on Sep 4, 2005

Let us not forget in trying times, that God is still our Provider. Don’t let the fear, frustration, worry and fretting take hold of your heart.

God is My Provider By Pastor Jim May This will be a short message. This has been a very trying and tiring week for us all with the passing of the storm and the events that have taken place. I feel that God would have me to just give you a few words of encouragement from the Bible and then ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Vain Belief

Contributed by Brian Buriff on May 18, 2007

Paul said, "Hold fast to what I preached...unless you believed in vain." What it means to have "believed in vain" - an example of and results of "believing in vain"

I. WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO HAVE “BELIEVED IN VAIN”? 1 Cor 15:1-2 “Moreover, brethren, I declare to you the gospel which I preached to you, which also you received and in which you stand, by which also you are saved, if you hold fast that word which I preached to you — unless you believed in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 15:1-2

Denomination: Church Of God

Possessing Your Possessions

Contributed by Farinu Ademola on Dec 9, 2006

Your rights as a child of Godis to be in health,body, soul and spirit. Take hold of what belong to you else the enemy will steal it or rob you of your inheritance.

POSSESSING YOUR POSSESSION Jesus desires for you is revealed in this sermon. He is a great God, a merciful High priest and a benevolent God. Accepting Jesus in to your heart today is better than signing a trillion dollars into your account. Nothing in this world can be compared to what Jesus came ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lost Tomb Of Jesus

Contributed by James Vilgos on Mar 5, 2007

As with the DiVinci Code the Lost Tomb of Jesus attempts to atttack the death, burial, resurrection and ascension into heaven. But their arguementss won’t hold up to Scripture or Logic.

I Introduction: JERUSALEM (AP) -- Filmmakers and researchers on Monday unveiled two ancient stone boxes they said may have once contained the remains of Jesus and Mary Magdalene, but several scholars derided the claims made in a new documentary as unfounded and contradictory to basic Christian ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-25

Denomination: Orthodox

Prophecy And Grace

Contributed by Craig Condon on Sep 12, 2015

We as Christians know that all people are responsible to God for their actions. God is the final King over this earth, and he holds all of us accountable for our actions.

The story in 1 Kings 21:17-29 is the aftermath of King Ahab’ theft of Naboth’s vineyard by murder. It is a story of prophecy and grace. Ahab died in battle shortly after the events in this story, and dogs licked his blood at the pool in Samaria. Believers have the courage not to take ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:17-29

Denomination: Anglican

No Unbelievers Please

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 12, 2015

To show that GOD made us His vessels so that we can "hold" or present GOD to this dying world through, in, for the sake of the LORD JESUS CHRIST.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you GOD's vessel? Yes. Romans 9:21 Romans 9:21 Has the potter no right over the clay, to make out of the same mass (lump) one vessel for beauty and distinction and honorable use, and another for menial or ignoble and dishonorable use? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 16:40

Denomination: Pentecostal

Anger? Infantile Narsissim

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 25, 2014

To be mature we have to learn to control our emotions... David asks the Lord to show him and correct him. Hold us accountable? Identify perpetual babyhood?

INFANTILE NARCISSISM...AM I IN A VICE-GRIP... MATURITY MASTERS EMOTIONS... DOES THIS CONTROL ME OR DO I CONTROL IT... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfinger@aol.com I. HAVE YOU EVER REALLY IDENTIFIED THE LIGHTNING RODS THAT MOCK YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES? FEW SEEK THE REVELATION OF CORRECTABLE ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Teach Me Your Paths Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 28, 2020

Psalm 25:1-22 shows us that we can prevail in life's troubles when we hold to three never-failing truths.

Scripture This is our second Sunday of not having a corporate worship service in our sanctuary. We are not able to meet together in person as the gathered, corporate, covenantal people of God to worship our Triune God. Instead, we are having Virtual Fellowship, which our modern technology enables ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:1-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Life Bigger Than Money Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 23, 2018

This message focuses on stepping out of the American Dream's pursuit of escalating standards of living. Instead we are to hold our money lightly and "freely receive, freely give."

- In some ways this is the second part of last week’s sermon. Last week we looked at this passage in Matthew 10:8 about freely receiving and freely giving. We talked about living life with an open hand and whether we are living stingy lives. - I want to return to that same passage this morning ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Entering Rest And Finding Grace

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 27, 2019

Our rest based in the finished work of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Let us hold fast our profession and come boldly to the throne of grace.

ENTERING REST AND FINDING GRACE. Hebrews 4:1-16. “Let us therefore fear” links this passage with the previous chapter. It has to do with the promise of “entering into His rest”, “lest any of you should seem to come short of it” (Hebrews 4:1). The promise of entering the promised land was ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Transformed Lives Transformed Churches

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Feb 6, 2012

Abundant living is an exciting existence because it places us in the center of God’s will. We give him our all and hold nothing back.

Transformed Lives; Transformed Churches Matthew 19:16-22 A. What does commitment to God look like? 1. Attending church-once, twice or three times a week? 2. Teaching a class, serving on a committee, being morally good? 3. Nor cursing, smoking, drinking or doing drugs? 4. Making good choices, being ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

A New Year’s Grounded Ministry Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Dec 26, 2020

After Jesus was born in a stable – the Bible holds truth which we can live by so we may enjoy a grounded ministry for our work in the Lord.

A New Year’s Grounded Ministry Catching the Truths to the Magi’s Gifts and Their Testimony A look at the Bible in regard to the period after the birth of Jesus Christ, I see a time which shows the importance of providing for and protecting the Lord’s work. The Bible says, “After Jesus was born ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Palm Sunday: The Triumphal Entry Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Apr 4, 2024

Palm Sunday commemorates a significant event in Christian tradition—the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. This event holds profound symbolism and spiritual significance for believers worldwide.

Title: Palm Sunday: The Triumphal Entry of Jesus Text: Matthew 21:5-11 ““Say to the daughter of Zion, ‘Behold, your king is coming to you, humble, and mounted on a donkey, on a colt, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:5-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Did Jesus Come As Helpless Baby?

Contributed by Ron Auch Jr on Dec 29, 2024

The virgin birth of Jesus is a foundational aspect of Christian belief and holds deep theological significance. Here’s why Jesus came into the world through a virgin birth:

Why Did Jesus Come as helpless Baby? The virgin birth of Jesus is a foundational aspect of Christian belief and holds deep theological significance. Here’s why Jesus came into the world through a virgin birth: 1. To Fulfill Prophecy • The virgin birth was foretold in the Old Testament. Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14, Matthew 1:22-23, John 1:14, Ephesians 2:8-9, Luke 1:32-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God