Sermons on Human Agency:

Jesus In The Law Series

Contributed by Floyd Johnson on Dec 2, 2006

The Old Testament points toward the New. The Old Testament points toward Jesus. This week we look at the Pentateuch.

Intro.: I remember when I was a Boy Scout many years ago. 1.One of the skills that we had to learn was to follow tracking details left by our scout leader. 2.The three of us on our team got lost. 3.Actually we got set up – because the team that went before us had taken the clues and changed them ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-19

Denomination: Methodist

God Still Gives Hope

Contributed by Randy Trotter on Jun 24, 2009

The "Lack of Hope Kills" But God Gives Hope! Hope in All Things, All Ways, At All Times! Jesus said, “I’VE COME TO GIVE YOU LIFE & LIFE MORE ABUNDANTLY!” THERE’S HOPE!

“GOD STILL GIVES HOPE” LWC - 6/24/09 Bro. Sharp is not able to be hee this evening as something has come up unexpectedly. He’s been speaking on “GOD GIVES HOPE” & I’m going to continue with that. Last week I wasn’t able to be here nor was Bro. Sharp and I really appreciate Juselin stepping in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 36:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Will Be The Greatest?

Contributed by Randy Stephenson on Sep 20, 2015

Know God's offering of Peace. Being accepted as a child accepts your caring love.

My encouragement in life is to see the Lord. My best moments in life is when God is lifted up within my soul. My encouragement in life to experience the forgiveness of my sins by our God. The only God of all creation. Holy are you God, It was your plan to send forgiveness. You allowed the sins of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-37

Denomination: United Methodist

Not Identical Twins

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 7, 2016

Jacob and Esau symbolize two different paths with different ends.

Not Identical Twins Genesis 25:19-28 We begin this morning a study on the life of Jacob. Jacob is mentioned as one of a triad of personalities, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. As Paul reminds us, all Scripture is profitable for doctrine and example. When Paul was saying this, he was ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:19-34, Genesis 25:19-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

He Is Among Us Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014

Message based on the Wesleyan Church Advent materials. Jesus came to be among us and live out a perfect life

He is Among Us Luke 1:26-38 Series: Prepare the Way December 15, 2013 Morning Service When we think about the religions of the world, there is a common thread that ties most of them together. These religions are bound by the fact that humanity is constantly trying to make its way to God. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Church Of God

What Matters Most Sermon Iii: Wisdom From God Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 5, 2020

True meaning in life is found by true Christians in seeking to know and do God's Will wisely not foolishly.

WISDOM FROM HUMAN SOURCES MATTERS FOR NAUGHT RELATIVE TO WISDOM FROM GOD Solomon presented himself as Exhibit A – the “devil’s advocate” - to help those searching for meaning in life to contrast the emptiness of life apart from God versus the fulfillment of life lived with and ...read more

Transformed By Truth: Embracing God's Higher Ways Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 29, 2024

Isaiah 55:8-9 reveals God's ways are higher than our ways, and His thoughts are beyond our thoughts. This scripture invites us to embrace the transformative power of God's truth, which challenges our perspectives and leads us into alignment with His divine wisdom.

Transformed by Truth: Embracing God's Higher Ways Introduction: Today, we delve into the profound wisdom of Isaiah 55:8-9, where God's ways are revealed to be higher than our ways, and His thoughts beyond our thoughts. This scripture invites us to embrace the transformative power of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 55:8-9, Job 11:7-9, Romans 11:33-34, James 1:5, Psalm 25:9, Proverbs 22:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Foolishness That Is Wise

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 31, 2025

In a world that seeks wisdom and power, we are here to explore the foolishness of the cross, which is the only true power of God for salvation.

Introduction: A Tale of Two Wisdoms Grace and peace to you from God our Father. The world preaches its own gospel around us. It preaches self-reliance. It promotes human achievement. It is the gospel of worldly wisdom. It tells you to be smarter and stronger. It tells you to be more successful. It ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-31

Denomination: Baptist

Justified, Alive, Sent Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 24, 2025

Through Christ’s cross we are justified freely, live with assurance, and are sent as grateful witnesses of God’s grace to all.

TheIntroduction – The Verdict We All Need Every courtroom in history tells a story of justice sought, justice delayed, or justice denied. Yet behind every earthly trial lies a deeper, eternal question: How can guilty humanity stand before a holy God? Paul gives us the answer in words that throb ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:18, John 5:24, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Galatians 2:20, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Covenant Of Grace Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 24, 2012

1) The Stipulations of the Covenant (Genesis 9:8-11), 2) The Sign of the Covenant (Genesis 9:12-16), 3) The Summary of the Covenant (Genesis 9:17)

One of the most extraordinary and beautiful natural wonders is the rainbow. It intrigues everybody. And rainbows have fascinated people throughout the ages. There are many things you could consider about rainbows. A rainbow is a bent or curved line in the sky composed or consisting of seven ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:8-17

Denomination: Other

Cutting Through The Fog

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Mar 2, 2004

How important is it that we believe that Jesus Christ was incarnated? Why?

This week in Phoenix, on Wednesday night, after I got home from AWANA, I turned on the news and there were people lined up for gas. Anybody see that? They were lined up for gas in a couple different places in Phoenix, lined up onto the street just like earlier this summer. And they were out ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Authority Over The Powers Of Darkness Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on May 21, 2019

Authority Over the Powers of Darkness Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – May 19, 2019

Authority Over the Powers of Darkness Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – May 19, 2019 Note: The following notes are more extensive that what I did or could have stated within reasonable time. As I do not memorize or read notes, but rather use them to refine ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Because He Lives

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Apr 16, 2022

On Easter Sunday we celebrate the central event of the Christian faith, the resurrection. We can live now and forever because He lives!

Because He Lives I. OPENING ILLUSTRATION: When It Was Dark I’m not quite sure how to say this. Many in the church have said that our faith is based on verifiable historical facts. It was a faith built upon evidence. Scholars like Josh McDowell wrote books like "Evidence That Demands A ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Eternal Yes And Yes! Series

Contributed by Matthew Oliver on Oct 20, 2012

2 Corinthians 1:12-24. God's eternal 'yes and yes' states a truth which dispells the relativism and lies of the post-modern era, where each person claims the right to their truth. Christians are called to rebut this split world view with the true unity

We just starting out on our sermon series through Paul’s second letter to the Christians at Corinth. This week we hear Paul as he engages a Christian community that is living out the fruits of a cultural context that was more of Greek philosophy than of God. I always wonder how it is we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:12-24

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Does God Speak? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jun 7, 2010

People will look at you so funny these days if you say that God is speaking to you. Many believe it is NOT really happening and they refuse to believe! Does God speak? Yes He does!

Sermon Brief Date Written: May 25, 2010 Date Preached: May 30, 2010 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Great Questions of Our Faith Sermon Title: Does God Speak? Sermon Text: 1 Cor 2:10-13 [ESV] 10 these things God has revealed to us through the Spirit. For the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:10-13

Denomination: Baptist