Sermons on Hooked:

Bear The Mark Of The Master Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 4, 2016

Each year we make resolutions to correct bad habits. One of the most fundamental characteristics of disciples of Jesus is to love one another. Resolving to love others as Jesus does makes a better me.

1. New Year's Resolutions are a means to resolve change in our lives * Be at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors, and let every new year find you a better man. Benjamin Franklin * "Although no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Get Ready To Run

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 30, 2022

Running your race is a very common analogy for the Christian life, but that's not the kind of running I'm talking about today. I'm talking about running for your life!

How many of you like to run? Running is very good for your body, it keeps your blood circulating, it keeps you in shape, and you’ll see people out running at the park, in your neighborhood, and certainly at the gym. Some people love running so much that they’ll join a marathon, which is more than ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:22

Denomination: Baptist

The Benefits Of Adversity

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Oct 23, 2022

BECAUSE SOMETIMES THE SITUATIONS OF LIFE WILL SUCK YOU IN WASH YOU UP AND BLOW YOU OVER THAT IS------- SUCK US INTO A VICIOUS CURCUMSTANCE AND WASH US OVER WITH WORRY AND WEARINESS AND BLOW US OVER WITH BURDENS

THE BENEFITS OF ADVERSITY Job 23:10 (NKJV) 10  But He knows the way that I take; When He has tested me, I shall come forth as gold. THE WORD OF GOD FOR THE CHILDREN OF GOD VERY BRIEFLY I WANT TO REASON WITH YOU ON THE THOUGHT (THE BENEFITS OF ADVERSITY ) MY BROTHERS AND MY SISTERS A ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Piercings

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 5, 2021

We have caused the literal and spiritual piercings of the Son and of the Father by our sinful practices.

Versions of Zechariah 12:10 AMP: 10 “I will pour out on the house of David and on the people of Jerusalem, the Spirit of grace (unmerited favor) and supplication. And they will look at Me whom they have pierced; and they will mourn for Him as one mourns for an only son, and they will weep bitterly ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:7, John 19:34-37, Zechariah 12:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

One Day, O Glorious Day

Contributed by John Newbaker on Mar 6, 2021

A lot can happen in a day.

One day, O Glorious Day Rev. 19 I want to speak to you about a day. A glorious day that is coming. What you will see in this is how God has the future all planned out, how he is in complete control and how we are safe in his arms. A lot can happen in a day. In a day, a hurricane can hit an ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

"forgiveness" Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Mar 15, 2021

Sermon based on Matthew 6:12 - Challenges listeners with 3 questions regarding forgiveness

“FORGIVENESS” Matthew 6:12 FBCF – 3/14/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – Unmarked tombstone outside Sydney, NY – has one 3-syllable word on it: “Forgiven.” What freedom! What joy! What relief & release comes w/ that 1 single word: “Forgiven.” Let’s talk about forgiveness today. EXPLANATION – ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12

Denomination: Baptist

The All-Sufficient God Series

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Sep 26, 2024

This psalm, is divided into a song of praise (verses 1-10) and a sermon of teaching (verses 11-22), emphasizing that God is our all-sufficient source of strength in every circumstance, reminding us that He is greater than all our troubles and worthy of our trust and praise.

The All-Sufficient God! Psalm 34 Introduction: Psalm 34 = written by David to commemorate his deliverance from a time of great peril… through a series of events and poor choices… David put himself in a place of great danger… experienced a great deliverance. Look: v.6 Every Psalm has a story: ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Pentecost: The Great Transfer

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on May 16, 2024

During the 40 days of teaching before the Ascension Jesus was preparing the disciples to listen to His voice by the power of the Holy Spirit verses in their past when the listened to the voice of Jesus while he was physically in their presence. Pentecost is transference.

In Jesus Holy Name May 19, 2024 Text: John 14:26 & 15:26 Pentecost Redeemer “Pentecost: The Great Transfer” After His resurrection Jesus spent 40 days visiting His disciples. He showed up ...read more

Scripture: John 14:26, John 15:26

Denomination: Lutheran

The Conduct Of The Follower Of Christ Regarding The Law – Introduction Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jul 3, 2023

This message continues the Sermon on the Mount series. Jesus is in these verses defining the Law and His fulfillment of it. In this message you should see the relevance of the Law, our responsibility towards the fulfilled Law, and what our response should be to that.

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT THE CONDUCT OF THE FOLLOWER OF CHRIST REGARDING THE LAW – INTRODUCTION MATTHEW 5:17–20 “DO NOT THINK THAT I HAVE COME TO ABOLISH THE LAW OR THE PROPHETS; I HAVE NOT COME TO ABOLISH THEM BUT TO FULFILL THEM. 18I TELL YOU THE TRUTH, UNTIL HEAVEN AND EARTH DISAPPEAR, NOT THE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

"The Parables Of Matthew 13” The Seed Is The Word Of God… We Just Sow

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jul 13, 2023

The message is not about the "way to heaven" but our walk. We are to sow the "seed" which is the word of God.

In Jesus Holy Name July 16, 2023 Text: Matthew 13:1-9 Pentecost VII - Redeemer “The Parables of Matthew 13” The Seed is the Word of God… We Just Sow The message today is not about how to have peace with God not how to obtain heaven. It is about our walk, our responsibility as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-9, Matthew 13:18-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Good Governance

Contributed by Abimbola Salu on Apr 8, 2024

It’s not easy being in government. One single decision can affect millions of lives.

It’s not easy being in government. One single decision can affect millions of lives. Therefore, we need to pray for our leaders and lift them up constantly in prayers, so that they can receive divine guidance on how to govern. The Bible advises us to pray for our leaders. We also have to give ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-2, Ecclesiastes 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Case For God's Grace

Contributed by J Bernard Taylor on Mar 3, 2020

What is the grace of God, and is it relevant today? Can a case for God's grace be made today? If so, what is the evidence for God's grace in modern society?

THE CASE FOR GOD'S GRACE What is the grace of God, and is it relevant today? Can a case for God's grace be made today? If so, what is the evidence for God's grace in modern society? I EVIDENCE THROUGH THE DEFINITION OF GOD'S GRACE: God's grace is a gift to us ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Mistaking God’s Patience For Weakness Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 16, 2020

The Corinthians continued to sin despite Paul's repeated warnings. How had they taken his patience for weakness?

A THIRD TRY: Paul had been patient with the sinful Corinthians. - 2 Corinthians 13:1-2a. - Paul tells the Corinthians that he is planning to make a third visit to them. This has been necessitated by the ongoing questionable behavior of the church there. - Paul then quotes Deuteronomy about two ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

"god With Us: He Is Our Peace"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 24, 2020

An Advent Sermon about the peace that only Christ can give.

“God with Us: He is Our Peace” Micah 5:2-5a It was during Advent of 2012, when Adam Lanza walked into Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut and shot and killed 26 people, including 20 children between 6 and 7 years old, and 6 adult staff members. Earlier that day, Lanza shot ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2-5

Denomination: United Methodist

Favor Over Ugly Fear Series

Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Dec 20, 2020

It is at Christmas time when we often see - all at one time - the best of humanity and the worst of humanity. We celebrate the birth of our savior in a dimly lit room with candles and sing Silent Night. Then the next day we are ugly

UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATER WEEK 2 - Timothy G. Porter Text Luke 2:1-14 Introduction: It is at Christmas time when we often see - all at one time - the best of humanity and the worst of humanity. We celebrate the birth of our savior in a dimly lit room with candles and sing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational