Sermons on Immediate Response:

The Work Of Sanctification Series

Contributed by James Tilley on Dec 10, 2009

This is an exposition of Philippians 2.12-13.

The Work of Sanctification Text: Phil 2.12-13 Introduction: 1. There are 3 aspects to salvation: Justification, Sanctification, and Glorification. 2. This passage deals with Sanctification. 3. Sanctification in a nutshell means that believers become like Christ or “Christlike”. Ill.: On a wall ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Fear Of Commitment

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Oct 28, 2011

The Fear of Commitment, Committing to God’s will and accepting His call in our lives haunts a good number of us but it doesn’t have to.

Here we are again, another year of goblins, witches, vampires, and demons. As many of you know, I am no fan of Halloween. But I do however see a wonderful opportunity before us in which God can penetrate the hardest of hearts. Everyone associates Halloween with fear and that’s exactly the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Other

Mere Stones/Reminders-3 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 1, 2016

3 of ? Joshua had twelve stones removed from the Jordan River as a memorial to the crossing. Memorials or Spiritual Reminders hold a great deal of significance to God’s people. But what is significant about them? Mere Stones can transport us to...

MERE STONES/Reminders-III—Joshua 4:1-24(:5-9) Reminder/Recall/Memorial/Symbol/Post-it notes/String on finger Attention: No Opener Used 10/30/2016pm New Corvette(650 hp) & moped(3 hp) side-by-side at light. Corvette takes off & owner smug about how he left moped in the dust Moped zooms past ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Characters Of A Christian Home Series

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 6, 2011

This describes the individual responsibilities in the home.

The Christian Home Part 2 Colossians 3 REFLECTION: We recently looked at the Characteristics of a Christian Home. By comparing our homes and hearts with the blueprint of God’s word, we can see areas that need some “Home Improvement.” DIRECTION: Now we are going to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Buck Stops Here Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Oct 1, 2013

This is the eleventh message in a series over Romans 6-11. The series examines how we now live under God's grace. This looks at how the responsibility for the choices in our lives weigh on our own shoulders.

Introduction: "The buck stops here" is a phrase that was popularized by U.S. President Harry S. Truman, who kept a sign with that phrase on his desk in the Oval Office. The phrase refers to the fact that the President has to make the decisions and accept the ultimate responsibility for those ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Safeguarding Sunday - Visionary View: "guardians Of The Shelter: A Corporate Responsibility" Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 13, 2023

On this Safeguarding Sunday, we embark on an expository journey into Psalm 91, not merely as a personal refuge but as a corporate prayer inviting us into collective responsibility.

Safeguarding Sunday - Visionary View: "Guardians of the Shelter: A Corporate Responsibility" Introduction: Today, we embark on a profound exploration of Psalm 91, not merely as a personal refuge but as a corporate prayer that beckons us into collective responsibility. In the poetic ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:8, James 5:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

From Why To What

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Feb 21, 2024

The normal human response, “Why did this happen?” calls God to account. On the other hand, “What do you want me to do?” is an invitation for God to call us to account.

Sixty years ago President John Fitzgerald Kennedy sent a group of military advisors to a little country in the Far East that most Americans had never heard of. Their government was having some trouble with rebels and turned to the U.S. for help. Who else should they turn to? The United States was ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Even So

Contributed by Larry Grant on Mar 2, 2024

Paul is teaching us that just as God did not call Elijah to live in a cave, He did not call you to live a defeated life but to stand up for the Lord. God did not save you for you to be discouraged and depressed, but to know that you are called and chosen.

Romans 11:2-5 (NKJV) “Even So” March 3, 2024 The Response – YOU ARE FOREKNOWN “God has not cast away His people whom He foreknew” – Jeremiah 1:5 “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart...” God does not make bad investments; God does not make mistakes! His ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:2-5

Denomination: Baptist

Choosing Freedom Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Aug 23, 2022

Do we believe that whatever God has called us to do, He will also supply the strength, the practical wisdom, and resources to accomplish it?

We are continuing in the Gospel according to John and are in the second half of chp 10 today. The setting is the feast of dedication and Jesus is coming to the end of His public ministry. This feast was to memorialize the cleansing and rededication of the temple in Jerusalem under Judas Maccabeus ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When You Are Stuck On An Escalator

Contributed by David Nolte on Feb 9, 2021

Sometimes we feel stuck and we can't get moving

VIDEO CLIP: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kq65aAYCHOw (copy / paste in address bar). Sometimes in life we just feel stuck. Stuck in debt, stuck in grief, stuck in failure, stuck in a job we hate, stuck in a bad relationship, stuck in sin, stuck, stuck, stuck! Sometimes we are stuck like the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:10-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Are Not Alone Series

Contributed by Larry Grant on Oct 9, 2021

Do you know that God’s plan for your salvation has never changed? You were never second best; you have always been the plan of God according to the election of grace. The Election of Grace teaches that, “He hath chosen us in Him before the foundation of the world."

• The Response – YOU ARE FOREKNOWN “God has not cast away His people whom He foreknew” Jeremiah 1:5 “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.” God does not make bad investments; God does not make mistakes! His ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:2-5

Denomination: Baptist

Harmony In The Home Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Jun 10, 2019

God has a wonderful plan for every home!

Harmony In The Home Ephesians 5:22-6:4 Introduction: God has a wonderful plan for every home! That plan includes responsibilities for every member. If we will follow that plan, we will be well on our way to achieving harmony in our home. I. Some Wise Words For The Wife (5:22-24) A wife’s ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Woe To You Shepherds

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Dec 15, 2024

Being a shepherd is no small undertaking. God expects much from them and is not shy about removing them when they do not perform to His expectations.

“Woe to You Shepherds” By: Joe Mack Cherry I. Introduction A. Much discussion about the passage amongst the scholars. 1. Many believe this is a Messianic Prophecy referring to the first coming of Christ and the establishment of His Kingdom. a. FF Bruce says, “ It is a Messianic prediction in the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Savior Is Born

Contributed by Mark Lindsey on Dec 30, 2022

How should we respond to Christmas? The many responses by those in the Christmas story helps us to know Christmas can change our lives as well.

“A SAVIOR IS BORN” LUKE 2:4-7 Earlier, I read from Luke’s account of the birth of Jesus; but, there is more to tell. Allow me to give a brief overview of the Christmas story. Joseph and Mary were a betrothed peasant couple living in the small town of Nazareth. Their lives were interrupted with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Responding To The Gospel Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Apr 15, 2024

Responding to the Gospel - Acts chapter 13 verses 42-52 - sermon by Gordon (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Initial Response: Excellent (vs 42-44) (2). The Subsequent Response: Jews = Negative (vs 45-47 & 50-52) (3). The Subsequent Response: Gentiles = Positive (vs 48-52) SERMON BODY: Ill: A few nicknames of prime ministers of the United Kingdom • Rishi Sunak: • ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:42-52

Denomination: Brethren