Sermons on Imprisons:

Time To Put Up Or Shut Up

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Sep 7, 2018

This sermon primary focus is on the Encounter that Jesus had with Satan at Caesarea Philippi 1. Jesus faces the "Gates of Hell" 2. The disciples experience an amazing epiphany and 3. Jesus challenges His Disciples to live a life of radical discipleship.

Scripture: Mark 8:27 - 38; Psalm 19 Title: Time to Put Up or Shut Up This sermon primary focus is on the Encounter that Jesus had with Satan at Caesarea Philippi 1. Jesus faces the "Gates of Hell" 2. The disciples experience an amazing epiphany and 3. Jesus challenges His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Nazarene

Paul-A Victim Of Slander Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 20, 2021

Paul trying to bring peace produced as much violence that we see anywhere in the New Testament. The whole plan backfired, and now Paul is the most hated man in town.

When Irving Berlin visited London as a young man he gave the doorman at the station the largest tip of his life. He did it because when he held the door open for him he was whistling, "Alexander's Ragtime Band." That was Berlin's first big hit. That doorman was in the right ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:1-32

Overview Of Colossians Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 23, 2018

Last (29) Message in our study of Colossians review the entire letter.

Chico Alliance Church “A Letter to Live By” Introduction We have been studying Paul’s letter to the Colossians for nearly a year now. Paul wrote to this local church family to communicate God’s truth and his heart. He wanted them to know that Jesus Christ is supreme over all and sufficient for all ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Value Of A Woman Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 15, 2018

Paul proclaims The Value of a Woman, as specific women are identified and 1) Commended as an Excellent Helper (Romans 16:1–2), 2) Commended for Excellent Hospitality (Romans 16:3-5a) and 3) Commended for Excellent Hard Work (Romans 16:6-7, 12-13).

It’s not uncommon on Mother’s Day, to thank moms for all they do. We praise them for their hard work, attentiveness, thoughtfulness, compassion and care. As appreciative as we may be, the unfortunate inference is that we just value them for what they do. Naturally, with God, His valuation is much ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-7, Romans 16:12-13

Denomination: Other

The Difference Of Knowledge And Wisdom Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 16, 2016

A study of the book of Job 12: 1 – 25

Job 12: 1 – 25 The Difference Of Knowledge And Wisdom 1 Then Job answered and said: 2 “No doubt you are the people, and wisdom will die with you! 3 But I have understanding as well as you; I am not inferior to you. Indeed, who does not know such things as these? 4 “I am one ...read more

Scripture: Job 12:1-25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

My Struggles Are All About God Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 31, 2022

Do our struggles and suffering have a reason or a purpose? God can use our struggles and suffering to bring Him glory. But we must make our struggles all about God, and not about us.

A. As I meditated on suffering and struggles this week, these ideas came forth in my mind: Suffering is paradoxical. Suffering is bad and good. Suffering is painful and helpful. Suffering is confusing and enlightening. Suffering isolates and builds community. Suffering may lead to death or ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30, Psalm 50:15, 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, Philippians 1:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jeremiah Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 9, 2022

Jeremiah, also called the "weeping prophet,” was one of the major prophets of the Hebrew Bible.

Jeremiah Lineage and early life Jeremiah was born to a priestly family, the son of Hilkiah, a kohen (Jewish priest) from the small Benjamite village of Anathoth in Judeh. The difficulties he encountered, described in the books of Jeremiah and Lamentations, have prompted scholars to refer to him as ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 12:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Messiah's Manifesto

Contributed by Jim Pye on Jan 27, 2001

Jesus fulfils the mission that Isaih spoke of.

21/1/01 6 p.m. Luke 4:14-21 : The Messiah’s Manifesto 14 Jesus returned to Galilee in the power of the Spirit, and news about him spread through the whole countryside. 15 He taught in their synagogues, and everyone praised him. 16 He went to Nazareth, where he had been brought up, and on the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Faith Is The Victory Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 17, 2001

The text is divided into two great principles, the exciting victories of faith and the enduring virtues of faith.

A Study of Hebrews 11 Sermon # 3 “Faith is the Victory” Hebrews 11:32-40 We live in a society where winning is everything. Everything in our society is success oriented. Even the church has acquired the success ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-40

Denomination: Baptist

What Is True Love?

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 13, 2001

2nd in a series on love from 1 Corinthians 13

Sermon for 2/8/98 What is Love? I Corinthians 13:4 Introduction: A. Steve Winwood- Bring me a higher love. B. What is love? Love is an attitude- Love is a prayer, For a soul in sorrow, A heart in despair. Love is good wishes for the gain of another. Love suffers long with the fault of a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4, 2 Corinthians 5:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Signs Of The Times

Contributed by David Swensen on Nov 1, 2001

America has been attacked. Many Americans are filled with fear and uncertainty. How do we answer their questions, and calm their fears?

SIGNS OF THE TIMES 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 INTRODUCTION When Westinghouse first proposed to stop a huge railroad train with air brakes he was not taken seriously. People thought he was crazy and they dismissed his claim. They said it never would happen. Yet it did! When a man by the name of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Prayer Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Feb 19, 2001

Peter is miraclously released from prison through the power of prayer.

A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 23 “The Power of Prayer” Acts 12:1-24 “but constant prayer was offered to God for him by the church.” Acts chapter twelve is set in a context of mounting persecution, about which the people ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven Or Hell, Your Choice

Contributed by Johnny Small on Nov 2, 2003

We make many choices everyday, but there is one choice that everyone must make during their life that will affect them for eternity.

Heaven or Hell, Your Choice We make many choices during our lives. We choose whether we obey our parents as we grow up. We choose whether we study in school. We choose the college that we attend. We choose our hopefully lifelong spouse. We choose our occupation. This is just a few of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:8-11, 1 Corinthians 3:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

Who Do You Say That I Am?

Contributed by Matthew Atkins on May 5, 2005

The central question in life, in the church, in every circumstance is - "Who do we say that Jesus is."

According to Hegessipus, an early Christian historian - Peter, having been urged to flee by the Christians in Rome, was on his way out of that violent city, when he saw a vision of Jesus. Peter asked the Lord where He was going and the Lord told him that He was on His way to be crucified again. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-29

Denomination: Holiness

Fully Committed To Him - Part I Series

Contributed by Eric Peloquin on Jun 7, 2005

This sermon is part one in a series challenging God’s people to deeper committment in their relationship with Him.

“Fully Committed to Him” Sermon – 8 August 2004 We have just come out of a six week series of sermons entitled “Breaking Down Barriers & Building Up The Wall”. One of the points that we touched on a couple of times throughout that series was the matter of being committed to the Lord. In ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God