Sermons on Idolators:

The Result Of Worship Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Nov 1, 2015

Worship is bowing down our lives before Jesus. This bowing of our lives before Him should make us like Him. Find out how.

Intro: We learned a few weeks ago that the chief business of the church is to worship God. I want to remind you that the main words used to speak of worship in the New and Old Testaments carry the idea of bowing down. Our lives as individuals and as a whole as a church body are to be bowed down ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Answer Six: Who Ministers Really Are Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 21, 2015

Believers don’t need to pit one minister against another, or exalt one minister over another, or to even favor one minster over another, or especially not form a clique around a minister. This passage tonight offers Paul’s 6th answer to this division problem.

The Corinthian church was severely divided. The division came because the congregation was hung up on the former preachers of the church. I would hate to be called to a church like that. SEBC was a lot like that when I was called here. But in the course of about 9 months, that finally began to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:5-9

Denomination: Baptist

Yoga Bare

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 16, 2016

A Detailed Look at the Practice of Yoga

There are multiple diet books published each year and creative new ways to sell products that are offered to lose weight and feel great! Dieting is a multi-billion dollar industry. It is true that God wants every Christian to take care of their body – which is His temple! Being careful of what one ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 4:6, Hosea 4:7-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Adoption As Sons

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Feb 10, 2014

As believers we are united to the one who has all power and is able to provide, protect and preserve..........

Adoption as Sons 2 Corinthians 6:14/18 Romans 8:14/15 “For as many as are led by the spirit of God, they are the sons of God. For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.” In these verses God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-18

Denomination: *other

Thyatira: Jezebel's Jewel Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Nov 5, 2008

Thyatira the church that tolerate sin in its midst.

Thyatira: Jezebel’s Jewel Revelation 2:18-29 Intro Of the seven cities, Thyatira was the least important, yet it received the longest letter. Thyatira was approximately 40 miles southeast of Pergamum and located in a long valley with no naturally fortification to it. It’s purpose was to house a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Forgotten Vision: Capturing Your City For Jesus Christ

Contributed by Ronnie Floyd on Jun 19, 2013

Years ago, we often heard about churches and their strategies to win their city to Christ. Now it is a forgotten vision, but it's our last great hope.

Introduction: When I was a young pastor in a town of 300, I believed God wanted me to win that city to Christ. Years ago, we often heard about churches and their strategies to win their city to Christ. Ill: Today, it is rare to ever hear anyone talk about it or see a church strategize to do it. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-27

Denomination: Baptist

Showdown! Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Oct 20, 2013

The decisive, dramatic contest atop Mount Carmel, that compels us to determine who we will serve.

Elijah has been called “the iron prophet.” After a three-year absence, he appears before Ahab; was he finally going to end the drought? The dry spell was indeed about to end, but first it must be established with no doubt as to who is God. The king accuses the prophet of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:16-40

Denomination: Congregational

Adoption As Sons

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Jul 17, 2014

The believer has received the spirit of adoption whereby we cry Abby, Father

Adoption as Sons 2 Corinthians 6:14/18 Romans 8:14/15 “For as many as are led by the spirit of God, they are the sons of God. For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.” In these verses God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-15

Denomination: *other

The Great Harlot

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 12, 2014

Satan uses a beautiful and appealing woman to attract men and women to himself. Since she appears to be so lovely and innocent the world will falsely believe she must be from “god". Our challenge today is: "Do not be deceived by her!"

The Great Harlot Revelation Part 27, Revelation 17:1-4 INTRODUCTION - Admittedly, not traditional Mother's Day message - God challenges us to draw closer to Him - Chapter 17 shows us some very unique perspectives from all of history -- If you ever wanted a quick look at Satan’s work, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Follow Me...

Contributed by Lorraine Greeff on Mar 2, 2020

what does it mean to pick up our cross and follow Him...FOLLOWING MEANS LITERALLY, FIGURATIVELY AND PHYSICALLY LEAVING EVERYTHING AND FOLLOW HIM, JUST LIKE THE DISCIPLES.

GOD’S PROVISION IS LOCATED IN THE PLACE HE SENDS YOU TO… HOWEVER HIS PROVISION ONLY FOLLOWS OBEDIENCE. We find ourselves living in a day and age where people have made idols of different things without even knowing that they are doing it. Anything that you love more than God becomes an idol. We ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:38-39

Denomination: Charismatic

Why Can't I See God? Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 24, 2017

People can’t see God because they are not looking for Him

A. WHY PEOPLE WANT TO SEE GOD People can’t see God because they are not looking for Him. The same reason why a crook doesn’t look for a policeman. 1. Information, they would not recognize God if they saw Him. 2. Curiosity, desire for knowledge they don’t have. 3. Personal fulfillment, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-30

Denomination: Baptist

Genesis 31

Contributed by Jacob Brimm on Apr 21, 2021

When God is with you, it doesn’t matter where you are – you are still within His reach! And when you are within His reach, He can bless you! But that does not mean life will be easy!

Gen 31 At the end of Chapter 30 we are told that Jacob had become very rich with many flocks, female and male slaves, and camels and donkeys. I want you to remember: Gen 28:15 – GOD SAYS: “I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go – I will bring you back to this land – I will not ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson From Haggai

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Jul 24, 2022

The minor prophets are not only full of prophecy. They contain messages that are as timely today as they were when they written to the Jews of the day.

Haggai By Joe Mack Cherry I. Background A. Babylonian Captivity 1. Lasted from 606 BC to 536 BC 2. Jeremiah prophesied of it a. He was not taken; he was left behind with other older Jew man, along with some women and children. b. During this time, he wrote the book of Lamentations. c. Got wind ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:5, Haggai 2:15, Haggai 2:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Josiah's Reforms (2 Chronicles 34)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 24, 2025

How can we be rock solid with God?

Why did Israel and Judah waver between good and evil so often? Who can help us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering? Let’s begin in 2 Chronicles 34. Did Josiah begin to seek the God of his ancestor David as he matured? Do we seek God? Josiah was eight years old when he became ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Money Talks - Earn Me Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of earning money through purposeful work and service to God, rather than relentlessly chasing after it, emphasizing a different pace, pursuit, and heart posture.

The world’s money says, “Chase Me.” God’s money says, “Earn Me.” Big Idea - God invites you to a better way of working. A way where you earn money through purposeful work, through serving God, rather than chasing money. Both ways—the relentless chase and the purposeful service—involve work, but the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:9-10

Topics: Purposeful Work, Chasing Money, Heart Posture

Sermon Series: Money Talks