Sermons on Hold Firmly:

Walking In The Light

Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 7, 2005

The life of the Christian is to be lived by walking in the light.

Walking in the Light 1 John 1:5-10 September 4, 2005 Evening Message Introduction Have you ever found yourself walking around in the dark? A few nights ago I found myself in that exact position. I was up getting a glass of water in the middle of the night. I didn’t turn the lights on because I ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Church Of God

New Year's Resolutions

Contributed by J John on Dec 20, 2007

With the morning of 1st January comes not only a new year but for many of us a hope of a new ME. The trouble is, more years than not, we quickly realise it might be a new year but it’s the same old me.

What a difference we hope one evening will make. The sun sets on 31st December and when it has risen the next morning a new year has begun. All that was of the year past has gone and the New Year is here. New possibilities, new hopes, new ideas and dreams. Making New Year’s resolutions takes the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:9

Denomination: *other

The Pre-Persecution: Withstanding Challenges To The Gospel By The Spirit Series

Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 13, 2003

The Spirit fills His People to give a bold witness to Christ, in accordance with the promise (Acts 1:8_9; John 14_16, Comforter). In that the Spirit testifies to the uniqueness of Christ no other name! (John 14:6)

INTRODUCTION: In the modern world is was the German Schleiermacher who first argued that because of the love of God and because heaven would be spoiled if its inhabitants knew of a place of eternal torment, that all individuals must ultimately be saved; Bruner, and Barth followed suit, as did Paul ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When God Humbles Those Who Walk In Pride

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jun 9, 2005

God’s rememdy for pride.

The last words of Nebuchadnezzar the Bible records are words of praise to the Lord, “Now I Nebuchadnezzar praise, exalt, and honor the King of Heaven, for all His works are true and all His ways just. He is able to humble those who walk in pride.” (Daniel 4:37) A very difficult lesson for anyone ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faithfulness

Contributed by Larry Elder on Jul 12, 2003

Three aspects of faithfulness

Faithfulness Ps 12:1 Help, LORD, for the godly are no more; The faithful have vanished from among men. Matt 25:14-22… "Again, it will be like a man going on a journey, who called his servants and entrusted his property to them. 15 To one he gave five talents of money, to another two talents, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 12:1, Matthew 25:14-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Joseph Series

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Sep 1, 2003

Joseph lives honorably though a slave

Bad things aren’t as bad as they seem - Boll Weevil mon. in AL - cotton to peanuts From the Penthouse to the Outhouse and back again - but it will take over 13 years Loses coat a second time - but gets a new one in the end Imagine What’s it like to be on the back burner for 13 years - from 17-30 ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Great Men Make Great Fathers

Contributed by Jofrey Bustamante on Oct 7, 2009

It’s time for the fathers to become real fathers, and really great fathers!

I looked for a MAN among them who would build up the wall and stand before me in the gap on behalf of the land so that I would not have to destroy it, but I found none. Ezekiel 22 : 30 Did you ever wonder why we celebrate Father’s Day after Mother’s Day? I opt not to answer that question, for I ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wrath & Patience Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 12, 2012

Anger seldom gets us what we want, while patience rests in God's perfect timing. When we’re frustrated by things we can’t attain or resolve, by real or perceived injustices, the way to overcome and heal wrath is the path of patience.

The media’s been reporting on the health risks of too much soda and other sugary drinks; New York’s Mayor Bloomberg has taken the step of banning super-size sodas…but even more deadly are the vending machines. Each year dozens of people are killed by them. They don’t get ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:17-29

Denomination: Congregational

Greatness: The Pathway To Greatness Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 3, 2013

Jesus redefined greatness for His disciples - not to go for positions of privilege and power, but to be a servant and serve the needs of others.

Jesus redefined what it means to be great, at Christmas • Phil 2:6-9 “Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, 7 but made himself nothing, taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. 8 And being found in appearance as a man, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Important Things To Remember In Times Of Turmoil Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 23, 2013

TIMES OF TURMOIL AND STRESS HAVE A WAY OF GETTING US TO FOCUS ON THE WRONG THINGS – IE: THE SITUATION. AS PRESSING AS THE SITUATION IS, IT IS JUST AS IMPORTANT OR MORE IMPORTANT TO TAKE A STEP BACK AND SEE WHAT IS HAPPENING “BEHIND THE SCENES” SO TO SPEA

THE IMPORTANT THINGS TO REMEMBER IN TIMES OF TURMOIL ACTS 12:1-19 INTRODUCTION: TIMES OF TURMOIL AND STRESS HAVE A WAY OF GETTING US TO FOCUS ON THE WRONG THINGS – IE: THE SITUATION. AS PRESSING AS THE SITUATION IS, IT IS JUST AS IMPORTANT OR MORE IMPORTANT TO TAKE A STEP BACK AND SEE WHAT ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Highway To Hell Series

Contributed by Chris Mccall on Oct 21, 2011

I want to do my best this morning to make the reality of the “Highway to Hell” a reality in the minds of everyone listening today.

“The Highway to Hell” Matthew 7:13-14 NLT AC/DC Highway to Hell (www.metrolyrics.com/highway-to-hell-lyrics-acdc.html) Living easy, living free; Season ticket on a one-way ride; Asking nothing, leave me be; Taking everything in my stride; Don't need reason, don't need rhyme; Ain't ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Childcare Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 19, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Mark 10: 13 – 16

Mark 10: 13 – 16 No Childcare 13 Then they brought little children to Him, that He might touch them; but the disciples rebuked those who brought them. 14 But when Jesus saw it, He was greatly displeased and said to them, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Armor Of God

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 27, 2009

A look at what the armor of God provides for us.

THE ARMOR OF GOD Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christlike Servants

Contributed by Donato Cruz Solano on Jun 2, 2011

The Christ-like attitude that believers should have.

INTRODUCTION Where are the Timothy(s) and Epaphroditus(es) today? Do we have servants like them in our churches today? If there are servants like them today in our midst, then the church is in danger. It is now becoming a world-like organization where people desire to be served rather than to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

Putting On The Belt Of Truth Series

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 16, 2016

We have spent the last few weeks becoming “Battle ready” and we have seen a number of reasons why we need to be ready for the ambush of the enemy.

“Battle Ready, Putting on the Belt of Truth” Eph 6:13,14a We have spent the last few weeks becoming “Battle ready” and we have seen a number of reasons why we need to be ready for the ambush of the enemy. Today we have finally made it to the point where we begin to apply the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:13-14

Denomination: Baptist