Sermons on Imperfect:

The Doctrine Of Assurance: "Deceptive Currents" [part Two]

Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Sep 29, 2016

Many are deceived by believing in head knowledge versus heart knowledge

Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, June 7, 2015 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter The Doctrine of Assurance: “Deceptive Currents” [Part Two] 1 John 5:7-13 In the “Our Daily Bread” devotional for this month there’s an ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:7-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Numbers Is The Name Of The Game Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 27, 2011

God’s use of numbers is intriguing and to understand them is to better understand His word. This message was developed after reading Dr. Rogers & Dr. Merritt and is very helpful for study.

Numbers is the Name of the Game Revelation 1:4, 20 * Years ago schools embraced a simple form of education which was jokingly referred to as the 3 R’s of learning; reading, ‘riting, & ‘rithmetic. Remembering this reminds me of a story which my dad tells and declares to be the truth. In rural ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-20

Denomination: Baptist

Being Stoned

Contributed by Jeff Hatos on Aug 11, 2018

How we, as living stones, should live with Jesus as our Chief Cornerstone.

Being Stoned 1 Peter 2:4-10 To Whom coming, as unto a living stone, disallowed indeed of men, but chosen of God, and precious, Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesus Christ. Wherefore also it is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Manifestations Of Acceptance-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 4, 2018

1 of 3. Noah exhibited a tell-tale acceptance of God’s salvation upon exiting the ark. Salvation is made manifest thru our acceptance of it. But what are some personal manifestations of God's salvation? Acceptance of salvation is manifested in...

Series: SUPPLANTING The LEGACY Of WICKEDNESS—Genesis 6:9—10:32 A—GOD’s REMOVAL STRATEGY—Genesis 6:9-22 Toward Removing the Legacy of Wickedness B—GOD’s DESIGNED DESTRUCTION(& Salvation)—Genesis 7:1-24 C—SALVATION REALIZED(Getting to Normal)—Genesis 8:1-19 D—EXPERIENCING The VICTORY(Man’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Ideal Family Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 2, 2019

Hollywood has been trying to change our idea of what forms the ideal family. But God's Word doesn't change and Paul has given us instructions for how to strive to have the ideal family. Consider these thoughts from our Family Minister Scott Jewell.

This summer, we’ve been taking advantage of the # trend. We looked at #fakenews through the book of James and now we’re exploring the idea #lifegoals. Jeff taught about friendships and relationships last week. Today we’re exploring the concept of the ideal family. Over the past half ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faithful Till The End

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 19, 2020

Peter makes a profound statement while writing to first century believers - the end of all things is at hand. He wanted the church to live and witness in light of anticipation of the Lord's soon return. Such an awareness would impact every aspect of Christian life.

Faithful till the End 1 Peter 4: 7-11 Today is a day unlike any we’ve ever known. In the past few years, the world has seen drastic change. We are living in a day of difficulty and decision. The day when God was given His rightful place in the affairs of our nation has been replaced with lust, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Who Made Who

Contributed by Jeff Hatos on Jun 6, 2019

What does the Bible tell us about God and His Creation and how have people tried to change that view?

Who Made Who Isaiah 43:7 Even every one that is called by My name: for I have created him for My glory, I have formed him; yea, I have made him. “Who made who, who made you? Who made who, ain't nobody told you? Who made who, who made you? If you made them and they made you who picked ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

True Beauty Protects Vs False Beauty That Destroys

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jun 13, 2019

Beauty and wisdom draw us to Christ. False beauty, the kind that breaks covenants and leads astray, draws us to destruction and death. This is a combination of two Devotional meditations on Proverbs 2:9-15 & 16-18

Proverbs 2 9. then you will understand right and justice and equity and everything good. 10. when wisdom comes into your heart, and knowledge into your soul, it’s delightful (beautiful); 11. good plans will keep you; understanding will guard you, 12. to keep you from the evil person who ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:9-18

Denomination: *other

Who Touched Me? Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Oct 29, 2018

Jesus asked "Who touched me" with the crowds pressing all around him. The woman who deliberately touched Jesus was healed. What does it mean to touch Jesus?

Opening Illustration: Herbert Jackson told how, as a new missionary, he was assigned a car that would not start without a push. After pondering his problem, he devised a plan. He went to the school near his home, got permission to take some children out of class, and had them push his car off. As ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Recognise The Eternal Priest-King Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 10, 2025

The Bible is full of mysteries, and one of the most fascinating is the identity of Melchizedek. Explore what Scripture teaches about Melchizedek and how his role ultimately points us to Jesus Christ, our eternal Priest-King.

Go! And Recognise the Eternal Priest-King Introduction: Who is Melchizedek? The Bible is full of mysteries, and one of the most fascinating is the identity of Melchizedek. He appears suddenly in Genesis 14:18-20, blesses Abraham, receives a tithe from him, and then vanishes from the biblical ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:18-20, Psalm 110:4, Hebrews 7:3, Hebrews 7:23-25, Hebrews 10:19-22, Colossians 2:17, Luke 22:19-20, Isaiah 9:6, Hebrews 10:11, Hebrews 7:27, Hebrews 9:12, 1 Timothy 2:5, Hebrews 10:12, Hebrews 4:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Trust God When You Don’t Like The Changes In Your Life

Contributed by Eugene Morell on Dec 28, 2021

One of the things that we all have been dealing with these past months is change.

No one likes change There are changes in our lives that we will like and there are changes in our lives what we will totally dislike.. A young child goes through many changes just to become an adult and them for many when that point in life happen they seem to be completely unsure of what the next ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"only Human"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 3, 2023

A sermon about spreading the good news of the gospel through the cracks in our lives.

“Only Human” 2 Corinthians 4:5-12 How many of you watched the Bengals and the Bills game on Monday Night Football this past week? Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin had a cardiac arrest and collapsed on the field in the first quarter after a violent hit. The game was stopped, as it should ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:5-12

Denomination: United Methodist

What Is The Soul? Series

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Mar 9, 2019

What is the Soul, and what does it do? This message looks at the creation of man and how the soul relates to us and our salvation.

Opening Remarks and Introduction Tonight, we start a new series at Concordia called Soul Keeping. What is a soul? The word SOUL may be one of the most over-used and under-defined terms in our language. Let me show you why I say that. See if you can complete these: 1. If you have trouble ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:4-24, Isaiah 59:2, Genesis 3:15, Genesis 1:22

Denomination: Lutheran

Living In Holiness Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 16, 2025

Based on Psalm 15 - Challenges hearers to live a holy life in the presence of God.

“LIVING IN HOLINESS” Psalm 15 FBCF – 6/15/25 Jon Daniels INTRO – “Living in Holiness” – When you think of holiness, what comes to your mind? Maybe your idea of holiness is like the sweet family I saw eating in lobby of hotel in Dallas this week – dad, mom, 3 boys from Deridder, LA – mom was ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Honoring Humility PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

Recognize the dangers of pride, embrace humility, and live in God's will by submitting to Him and focusing on Him and others more.

Good morning, Church family! Today, we're going to dive into a message from the book of James. We'll be exploring the danger of pride, the blessing of humility, and how we can live in God's will. As C.S. Lewis once said, "Humility is not thinking less of yourself, it's thinking of yourself less." ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-10

Topics: Humility