Sermons on House Divided:

Treasure In Clay Jars, Why Not A Vault? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Despite our flaws and imperfections, God has chosen to house His all-surpassing power within us, demonstrating His grace and glory through our lives.

Good morning, family of God! You know, this world can make us feel pretty beat up and broken sometimes, can't it? If you're anything like me, there are days when your flaws seem just too big to bear. But I've got some good news for you today. We're going to dive into 2 Corinthians 4:7, and I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7

Topics: God's Glory

Paul's Difficult Journey To Rome Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 14, 2024

And Paul took his mission seriously. For two full years it looks like the entire Praetorian guard rotated through his house, one legion member at a time.

Saturday of the 7th Week of Easter 2024 If you have been following the readings from the Acts of the Apostles every day in our service, it looks like Paul appealed to Caesar yesterday and magically he is entering Rome today. That’s because we left off on chapter 25 yesterday and opened up to the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:20-25, Acts 28:16-31

Denomination: Catholic

Miracles Of Jesus

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 8, 2022

Christians are a miracle-believing people. All existence is due to a series of divine miracles, and some are extraordinary miracles. What lessons can we learn from the miracles that Jesus performed?

Christians are a miracle-believing people. All existence is due to a series of divine miracles, and some are extraordinary miracles. What lessons can we learn from the miracles that Jesus performed? A Leper What did Jesus say when healing a leper? “Jesus said to him, ‘Don’t say anything to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Kissed By The Son"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Feb 19, 2008

There were three laws in this text: The Law of Rome to kill, the Law of Moses to condemn, and The Law of Christ to forgive! This message is divided into three points: 1.What Christ did not say. 2. What Christ did say. and 3. What Jesus wrote in the sa

Title: “Kissed by the Son.” Introduction: I am reading my Bible through again this year. I have just completed reading the Book of Leviticus. That is a “Tooth for Tooth Book.” In order to appreciate our chosen text for today of John Chapter Eight, we must take a closer look at the Law that was ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Generosity That Transforms Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Oct 27, 2024

Our generosity mirrors God's heart and counters the self-interest prevalent in today's political climate. Generosity fosters gratitude, deepens trust in God, and heals social divides. Through acts of kindness impacting ourselves and our communities.

### ** Introduction ** Video Ill.: I Like College by I Like Giving In a time when political platforms focus on personal gain, Jesus calls us to live with a radically different mindset—one of charity and generosity that transforms both the giver and the receiver.   It was this generosity that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-9, Matthew 25:31-46, Proverbs 11:24-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Being Renewed (Graduation Sunday) Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Jun 5, 2021

We think home is a place of renewal. We think we can go home and rest. And we can, but only if our focus is right. Home won’t renew us, won’t build us up, unless the focus of our home is on the One who raises us into a new kingdom, a new reality.

Main: If you’re looking for snapshots of well-adjusted and happy parent-child relationships from the ancient world, the Bible probably shouldn’t be on your short list of sources. Consider even Jesus’ family, for example. The New Testament preserves evidence suggesting that Jesus’ relationship with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:21

Denomination: United Methodist

Excuse Me, But I Got To Press On

Contributed by Rev. M Edmunds on Oct 12, 2005

“The Ultimate Glory-Moving together in one direction, purpose and toward one goal.”

Paul, who is the writer of our text, challenges the Philippian church to press on in unity to become the best that they could be for Christ. Rather than be complacent with where they were, they needed to set their sights higher. As men and women of God who have different perspectives, needs, and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Born Free

Contributed by James May on Jul 2, 2008

The Centurion had purchased his freedom at a great price, but Paul was born free. Our freedom has been purchased at great price by the blood of Jesus Christ.

Born Free Wednesday, July 2, 2008 By Pastor Jim May Acts 22:25-28, "And as they bound him with thongs, Paul said unto the centurion that stood by, Is it lawful for you to scourge a man that is a Roman, and uncondemned? When the centurion heard that, he went and told the chief captain, saying, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:25-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Guarding Your Mind

Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Nov 24, 2008

Protecting ourselves againt the enemy

Guarding Your Mind Romans 12:1-2 Philippians 4:8 * Our thoughts determine our actions, moods, self image and the words we think. * We can’t think negative thoughts, and think to live a poss. life! * Messed up thinking results in messed up lives! * You can’t think thoughts of defeat and failure ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Not The Author Of Confusion PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 1, 2023

Understand that God is a God of peace and unity, not confusion, and we must stand firm in this truth against the enemy's tactics of confusion, knowing that Christ has already won the victory.

Good morning, brothers and sisters! Today, we're going to dive into a profound truth found in the very heart of 1 Corinthians 14:33, which says, "For God is not the author of confusion but of peace, as in all the churches of the saints." This verse is a powerful reminder of God's plan for unity, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:33

Topics: Satan, Confusion

What Do You Come To Church For

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 26, 2012

What do we do for our church?

WHAT DO YOU COME TO CHURCH FOR Matthew 21:12-13 21:12 And Jesus went into the temple of God, and cast out all them that sold and bought in the temple, and overthrew the tables of the moneychangers, and the seats of them that sold doves, 21:13 And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Destructive Lifestyle Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 12, 2022

At first glance these were great days to be alive. But, a warning from the prophet Hosea revealed a deep-seated spiritual bankruptcy. The prophet Hosea gave a message of hope in the midst of coming judgment. Hosea’s preaching includes an appeal to repent.

It must have been exciting to live in the Northern Kingdom of Israel in 800 BC. You could get up early and check the stock market prices and see new records set. New record highs set every day. The economy was great. At first glance these were great days to be alive. However, lying, murder and ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 4:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Put Down That Coffin!

Contributed by Greg Madden on May 30, 2003

A message of encouragement to those who have allowed the devil to kill thier faith. It ain’t over till it over saint!

PUT DOWN THAT COFFIN! Lk. 11:7-11 Vs.11 “..the day after..” Church, there’s always a day after with God! 1.Day after depression 2.Day after doubt 3.Day after difficulties God has not promised us tomorrow, be He hold tomorrow in His hands! Ill.- Old song “There’s got to be a morning ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:7-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Defending The Faith Series

Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on May 20, 2025

In the opening verses of Jude, we’re reminded that following Christ means embracing a new identity—one marked by complete submission and ownership by Jesus. This message calls the Church to stay alert and defend the faith from subtle internal threats that distort grace and divide the body.

It’s the end of June of 2023. Crazy, isn’t it? Well I guess not really - that’s how time works. But, May 1st of this year marked half a decade that I’ve been here at New Hope, and in fact, this month, although it’s almost over, marks exactly 2 full years since I’ve started preaching here. Kind of a ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-4, Jeremiah 17:9-10, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part 7 - The Shield Of Faith Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Oct 26, 2004

Part 7 of the Whole Armor of God - Spiritual Warfare Series.

Spiritual Warfare and the Whole Armor of God Series Part 7 – The Shield of Faith Scripture Reading Ephesians 6:16 “In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.” PRAYER “In Addition to All This,” Paul is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16

Denomination: Bible Church