Sermons on Holding Pen:

Flames Of Righteousness

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 4, 2012

Four question to asks. Christ died to sin in two senses:1) In regard to sin’s penalty- He met its legal demands upon the sinner. 2) In regard to sin’s power- forever breaking its power over those who belong to Him. Paul’s point is that believers have d

Flames Of Righteousness Romans 6:9-12NKJ Over a hundred years ago, a dignitary of France visited America. Upon his return home he wrote: “I sought for the greatness of America in her harbors and rivers and fertile fields, and her mines and commerce. It was not there. Not until I went ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:9-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Letters To The Seven Churches - No 6 Philadelphia Series

Contributed by Alan Hamilton-Messer on Jun 22, 2014

The city of Philadelphia was founded by King Eumenes about 200 years before the birth of Jesus. It was named after his brother who was called Attalus Philadelphus. The name of the town, which is Greek, means literally the City of brotherly Love.

The Letter to Philadelphia Reading Rev 1:9-11 & 3:7-13 The city of Philadelphia was founded by King Eumenes about 200 years before the birth of Jesus. It was named after his brother who was called Attalus Philadelphus. The name of the town, which is Greek, means literally the City of brotherly ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Has A Way About Him Series

Contributed by Sean Dees on Aug 15, 2022

Christians seem to really like to explain God. We seem to have an answer for everything, no matter what the question is; sometimes those explanations come from scripture, sometimes they come from theologians and theories, but we seem to have the answer. Do we always have to have the answer?

God has a way about Him Joshua 10:12-14 Series: Light Pollution (12) Then spake Joshua to the LORD in the day when the LORD delivered up the Amorites before the children of Israel, and he said in the sight of Israel, Sun, stand thou still upon Gibeon; and thou, Moon, in the valley of Ajalon. (13) ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 10:12-14

"who Knows?"

Contributed by David Nolte on Jul 25, 2021

When it comes to the future, who knows?

Some people think it would be wonderful to see what will happen tomorrow and beyond. “Just show me what the stock market will do, and I’ll be rich.” “Show me what is coming for me so I can be prepared.” Think again. If we were to see all the blessings and benefits waiting for us in God’s ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Letter To The Church In Philadelphia Series

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Sep 7, 2021

Philadelphia church is a perfect one before the Lord; they need to continue to fast to faith in Christ

The Philadelphia church received a comforting and encouraging letter from Jesus Christ, because she please Him. Smyrna church is another one that received this type of commendation among all other churches. Philadelphia church was one that pleased the Lord even though she was in an idolatrous ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13, 2 Peter 2:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

3 Admonitions For The Church

Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 4, 2024

Series from I Thessalonians 5

Title: 3 Admonitions for the Body. Script: I Thes. 5:19-22 Type: Expository Where: GNBC 5-5-24 Intro: What should I do? We ask ourselves this question a lot, from eating breakfast in the morning (“What should I eat?”) to driving to the store (“What road should I take?”) to choosing a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:19-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Called To Be A Blessing!

Contributed by Brian Williams on May 6, 2024

Abram didn’t need a change of scenery or circumstance - Abram’s life needed to be transformed. He had to break his past cultural ties because they had such a powerful hold on him.

Called to be a Blessing Genesis 11:27-12:9 5 May 2024 From the beginning of Genesis we have seen the cascading effects of the Fall on the human race. But despite all that happens on this planet, God has given the world hope that through one woman - Eve, one family - Abraham’s, and from one nation ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gates Of Hell No Longer Have A Hold On You!

Contributed by James Bohrer on Apr 8, 2015

An Easter Message that takes a different slant on Christ preparation of the disciples. It calls us to boldly embrace and share the power of His resurrection.

The gates of hell no longer have a hold on you! Matthew 16:13-19 Easter Sunday 2015 Dr. Jim Bohrer Gates are all around us. Some gates protect a garden, a yard, perhaps a store. Some gates have beware of dog. Those gates keep you out and hopefully keep the dog inside. And some gates keep you in. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Baptist

Holding Each Other Accountable In Small Groups

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Aug 25, 2007

Based on the New Testament Church and John Wesley’s concept of the Classmeeting, this sermon affirms the necessity of being in a small, accountability group for disciples to grow to be more like Jesus.

Holding Each Other Accountable in Small Groups --I Thessalonians 5:11 and James 5:16 In October I return to my alma mater Asbury Theological Seminary for our fifth of six sessions in the Spiritual Leaders’ Academy. The Lily Foundation has fully funded our participation in the Academy, and one of ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Methodist

Hold On, I'm Not Done Yet!

Contributed by Paul Davis on May 23, 2005

This sermon highlights how one can make the best of a bad situation.

Hold On, I’m Not Done Yet! Scripture: Job 1: 6-12 6Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the LORD and Satan also came among them. 7And the LORD said to Satan, “From where do you come?” So Satan answered the LORD and said, “From going to and fro on the earth, ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Law Of The Spirit Of Life

Contributed by Larry Lasiter on Jan 18, 2011

If I were to drop my pen the Law of Gravity would immediately exert it’s power and pull it down to the earth. That is how the Law of Sin and of Death works. But if I were to intervene and place my hand under the pen the pen would not fall but be su

“Therefore there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. For the Law of the Spirit of Life in Christ Jesus has set you free from the Law of Sin and of Death.” Romans 8:1-2 When we think of Law in the context of the Bible we generally associate it with the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Do You Have A Hold On Your Calling??

Contributed by Wendell Blackburn on Aug 11, 2005

Seeking your calling from God!!

DO YOU HAVE A HOLD ON YOUR CALLING?? Phillipians 3:8 - 12 Tonight the greatest thing that could happen to us as Christians, is to be Heavenly Minded!!! AMEN If we are gonna be heavenly minded we have to live every part of our lives with the goal of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Convictions: Holding Our Course On Slippery Pavement Series

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Oct 25, 2004

Our convictions must be firm in a shifting culture.

Life in the Fast Lane Convictions: Holding Our Course On Slippery Pavement 2 Timothy 4:1-5 Woodlawn Baptist Church October 24, 2004 Introduction “I charge thee therefore before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall judge the quick and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom; preach the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Can You Hold An Intelligent Christian "Conversation”?

Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on May 16, 2002

A look at how we are to act as living "Bibles", based on the meanings that the writers of various books ascribe to the word, "conversation".

Sermon Title: Can You Hold an Intelligent Christian “Conversation”? Scripture: Hebrews 13:5-8 Wesleyan Community Church Terry, Mississippi Sunday Morning – May 19, 2002 Scripture Introduction: We have often heard the phrase, that you are what you eat, and perhaps there is something to be said for ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5-8, Psalm 37:14

Denomination: *other

Holding On To Heaven, When Hell Is On Your Back!

Contributed by Jarrod Bottley on Jul 7, 2006

This sermon was written to elaborate on how when you are trying your best to be a christian and live up to the true creed of being Christ like, but Satan always attacks you and provokes you to do otherwise. But Greater is He who is in me than he that is i

Look at your neighbor and say, "Neighbor, I hope that you came to praise God. Empty your mind of worldly things and put your mind on Heavenly things and give me a high five because i am ready to be blessed!" The setting here is at the Sea of Galilee, a lake only eight miles wide. The lake is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist