Sermons on Holding A Rope:

Torn Between Two Worlds

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Feb 27, 2017

We have no reason to worry about chasing after the things of this world when we have a Father who provides everything we really need.

Torn between two Worlds Matthew 6:24-34 Have you ever felt like you were getting mixed messages about what makes life worthwhile? What are the things that can make you truly happy? The world is holding out things like wealth and status and power and popularity and Jesus is telling you that the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Last Gathering And The Garden

Contributed by John Stackhouse on Mar 26, 2016

Good Friday sermon focusing on The Last Supper and the Garden of Gethsemane

Part One Tonight, we remember one of the most dramatic points in Christian history: Jesus’ last night on the earth before His crucifixion and resurrection. This story begins in Luke 22:7 It was Passover. The city was full of people. The disciples worried that they would not be able to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:7-52

Denomination: Nazarene

Crave After Righteousness

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 11, 2016

To show that GOD rewards those who are seekers of righteousness, mercy and loving-kindness, and GOD adds more currency of Heaven to the seeker of righteousness such as life and honor

I. EXORDIUM: Are you craving after righteousness? Yes. I like all people to be saved. 1 Timothy 2:4 (Amplified Bible) Who wishes all men to be saved and [increasingly] to perceive and recognize and discern and know precisely and correctly the [divine] Truth. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Steps In Leading People To Their Salvation

Contributed by Arsenio Segismundo on Feb 13, 2022

People have come to a saving relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ through church services, friends, and family members leading them in a sinner’s prayer

Topic: Steps In Leading People To Their Salvation By Ptr Jack Segismundo Text: Rom:10:5-15 5 Moses writes this about the righteousness that is by the law: “The person who does these things will live by them.”[a] 6 But the righteousness that is by faith says: “Do not say in your heart, ‘Who will ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:5-15

Denomination: Christian Church

For Such A Time As This

Contributed by Jesse Crooks on Jul 10, 2020

Tucked away in the pages of the Old Testament is this little book of Esther. It has only ten short chapters. Some have criticized the book because nowhere does it mention God by name. However, as Chuck Swindoll says, "God can be seen at work in the lives of its characters on every page."

For Such a Time as This (Esther 4: 9-17) Introduction Tucked away in the pages of the Old Testament is this little book of Esther. It has only ten short chapters. Some have criticized the book because nowhere does it mention God by name. However, as Chuck Swindoll says, "God can be seen at ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:9-17

Beauty In Death

Contributed by Brad Stone on Oct 4, 2019

Simple, short funeral service for an individual reminding us of God's ability and desire to comfort during times of sorrow and reminding us of the importance of preparing for eternity.

Beauty in Death Ecclesiastes 3:1-2a,4,11a 1 To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: 2 A time to be born, and a time to die 4 A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance; 11a “He hath made every thing beautiful in his time: One ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-2, Philippians 3:21, 1 Corinthians 15:54-55, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, Matthew 25:21, Romans 3:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Revelation Of Christ's Expectations (Truth) Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Feb 15, 2011

Jesus expects us to uphold the truth and refuse to compromise, no matter the pressure.

[To receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] TRUTH OR COMPROMISE? “And to the angel of the church in Pergamum write....” (v. 12a). Jesus describes the city of Pergamum as “Satan’s throne” (v. 13). It was a city consumed with ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

He Is

Contributed by Richard White on Aug 27, 2015

With all the confusion about what to follow these days, we have a Friend, a Redeemer, HE is Jesus and HE still is relevant today

He Is Col 1:15-23 Using market research and focus groups a certain congregation/denomination has designed weekly services that deliberately de-emphasize Jesus Christ. One of the founders of the congregation has said, “The sad fact is the name of Jesus Christ has become for many people ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Crisis Of Faith

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015

The Crisis of Faith

Exodus 14. 1-31 The Crisis of Faith 13 And Moses said unto the people, Fear ye not, stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD, which he will shew to you to day: for the Egyptians whom ye have seen to day, ye shall see them again no more for ever. 14 The LORD shall fight for you, and ye ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:1-31

Denomination: Holiness

The Resolutions Of The Righteous

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 7, 2011

Discusses some Biblical "trade off's" that will help us face the future with confidence.

The Resolutions of the Righteous Psalm 37:1-8,23-28 INTRODUCTION: This is the time of year when many of us consider “Resolutions” or commitments for the New Year. We can mock this noble practice because of past failures, but few will “hit” the target without aiming. (Pr ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

A Message To The Church In Sardis Series

Contributed by Larry Grant on Dec 18, 2022

The church had become a thermometer that registered the temperature of the city instead of a thermostat that changed the temperature of the city.

Revelation 3:1-6 A Message to the Church in Sardis 12-18-2022 The city of Sardis, Capital of Lydia, a center of commerce, coins first minted there, carpet and woolen industry located there. Only a shell of its former self. The church had taken on the characteristics of the city. One ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Among The Lampstands Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on May 3, 2022

Where is the Lord in the midst of the chaos and struggles of life? John reminds that He is and always has been intimately engaged with His church.

*Neighbor’s ring doorbell. Going off all the time. Means somebody just got their picture taken. * Caught on camera - most folks think it’s just a few times a day. * Depending on where you live/work/shop, it could be about 70x/day. * That number is going up with every Ring doorbell cam that folks ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-20, Daniel 7:13, Exodus 28:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Explained: Ineffectiveness In Prayer.

Contributed by Patrick Usifo on Aug 18, 2022

Why then are we hindered in our prayer life? Because we lack the understanding of what we are up against when we pray. Hence, a prayerless Christian is a powerless Christian. And a powerful believer is a prayerful believer. Prayer can be vocalized, or said silent, and with tears.

Many songs have been written over the years that encourages a believer to pray. I remember fondly one of the songs I learned in my early days when I was converted to the faith. The song was titled "Prayer is the key". I memorized the song out of my love and joy for singing church hymnals. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Wisdom Of God Vs The Wisdom Of This World

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 3, 2022

When Jesus is telling us that following Him means hating everything and everyone else, He uses strong language.

Twenty-third Sunday in Course Today’s Gospel is so unnerving, even shocking, that we might in our meditation forget about the other readings. The lessons we can learn from the wisdom books of Scripture are good foundations for our appreciation of the teachings of Jesus. I like to think of our ...read more

Scripture: Job 38:17, Luke 14:25-33, Philemon 1:9-17

Denomination: Catholic

New Leader

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jan 31, 2024

Moses announces there will be a new leader and Israel needs to listen to Him.

Deuteronomy 18:15-20 “New Leader” Or, the E.F. Hutton television ad campaign in which a park is full of people (could be a mall or an office), and everyone is talking. The camera zooms in on one couple, one of whom is saying, “Well, my broker is E.F. Hutton, and he says …” Action in the background ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:15-20

Denomination: Methodist