Sermons on Impute:

But God Demonstrated His Own Love ... Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Jan 27, 2020

For whom would you die? Would you give your life for someone who disliked you? Jesus did.

But God … I have found these one of the most comforting words in the Bible. Despite my faults, and shortcoming, God loves me. God loves me, not for who I am, but in spite of who I am. ILL: Juan Zamora of Richland, Washington, owed a bill he could not pay for a charge he did not make. After ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8, Romans 5:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

Why Worship?

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 15, 2020

As we continue our look at God's purpose in our lives, we look at why we should worship God.

First Baptist Church PDL - Why Worship? February 16, 2020 Every Sunday morning a handful of people from our surrounding towns comes to church. Every man, woman and child has a story - a life that goes on from Monday through Saturday. Age doesn’t matter. We all have a story. For some folks - ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Have A "merry" Christmas!

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 21, 2018

In the midst of chaos, our expectations often leave us disappointed. Thoughts on how to have a MERRY Christmas!

How to have a Merry Christmas? 1 John 1; 1 John 4; 2 Corinthians 5:17-21 December 23, 2018 It still boggles my mind that we are 2 days away from Christmas! This year has been the longest possible shopping season and amazingly next year, will be the shortest. I’m not sure which is better. Some ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17-21, 1 John 1:5-9, 1 John 4:9-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Kind Of Religion We Should Lose

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 25, 2022

Sometimes we hear people say, “I am about to lose my religion.” Well, there is at least one kind of religion that would be good for people to lose.

The book of James speaks about such a religion. It is called the religion of DEAD FAITH. James evidently had some in his congregation who should have lost their religion. The book of James is living proof that our circumstances change but mankind never changes. We have evidences of that today ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

Faithful To Intercede Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 28, 2021

Prayer is the most powerful tool believers possess, but it is often little used. We have access to the throne of grace, enjoying the ability and privilege to make our requests known unto Christ our King. We must take advantage of this blessed privilege.

Faithful to Intercede Esther 5: 1-8 These were certainly troubling times for Mordecai, Esther, and the entire Jewish population within the Persian Empire. Haman had influenced Ahasuerus to sign a decree, calling for the complete destruction of the Jews within the kingdom. Although they were shaken ...read more

Scripture: Esther 5:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Micaiah: The Man That Stands

Contributed by Sean Dees on May 1, 2021

Today I would like to introduce to you a model Christian that few know about. He is the second man in a sermon series entitled God’s Patriots making no bodies into some bodies.

INTRO: Today I would like to introduce to you a model Christian that few know about. He is the second man in a sermon series entitled God’s Patriots making no bodies into some bodies. In the book of Kings we are introduced to the most wicked couple ever to rule Israel, Ahab and Jezebel, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 22:1-28

Philemon (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jan 24, 2021

Salutation, Philemon’s Love and Faith, Plea for Onesimus, a Free Man

The Gospels were written by Matthew the tax collector, Mark, Dr. Luke and John (unique Greek) Acts was written by Dr. Luke. The rest of the New Testament is comprised of letters. The Book of Acts ends with Paul in prison in Rome. Four letters – Philippians, Philemon, Colossians and Ephesians – ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

The Armor Of God 4 Of 8

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 24, 2022

Often when the police send out an APB (All Points Bulletin) on the police band, they will alert their fellow officers to be on the lookout for a particularly dangerous criminal and they will say they are "Armed and Dangerous".

Many Post Offices have a bulletin board that shows pictures of these criminals so that we will know what they look like if we come into contact with them. But consider our greatest enemy: • You will not hear a thing about our greatest enemy on the police band • You will not find a picture of our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:15

Denomination: Baptist

Standing Firm In The Truth

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Apr 5, 2022

The "mystery of lawlessness is already at work," but God had revealed the truth to His people, the truth in which we must "stand firm."

God’s people in Thessalonica were confused. Someone they trusted had lied to them. Someone had told them that the day of Christ’s return had come and gone and that they had missed it. Christ’s return is just one thread, of course, in the total fabric of doctrine, but, like all the other threads, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:13-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Charity -The Greatest Of These

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 18, 2018

Focuses on1 Corinthians chapter 13 on the Greek word for love which agape.

THE GREATEST OF THESE Scripture: I Corinthians 13 INTRODUCTION: This chapter of the Bible is recognized as one of the most beautiful literary pieces ever written. It is so spectacular that the preacher often hesitates to touch it lest he or she should impair its splendor by handling it. It ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Greatest Of Three

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jul 8, 2018

Verse by verse discussion the differences between faith, hope, and charity.

THE GREATEST OF THESE Scripture: I Corinthians 13 INTRODUCTION: This chapter of the Bible is recognized as one of the most beautiful literary pieces ever written. It is so spectacular that the preacher often hesitates to touch it lest he or she should impair its splendor by handling it. It ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fished Out Of The Sea Series

Contributed by Christopher Howitz on Oct 30, 2017

"Jesus’ authority as kingly Messiah rests not in spectacle or selling-out or cutting corners, but rests on His reliance on the Father and Jesus’ costly obedience to the Father even along the road to the cross."

“The time has come,” Jesus said, “The kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe the good news!” (1:15) That was Jesus’ great announcement at the beginning of his ministry in Galilee. And to the two pairs of brothers… “Come follow me,” Jesus said, “and I will send you out to fish for people.” ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-45

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Victory In Jesus Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 23, 2016

Far too many believers live defeated lives. The Lord is never pleased when we surrender to our difficulties and admit defeat. Granted we can't overcome within our own ability, but with the help of the Lord, we can live victoriously.

Victory in Jesus 1 John 2: 1-6 As I studied this passage, I was reminded of the relationship John enjoyed with Christ. He was part of the inner circle, one of three that were closest to Jesus. I am convinced Jesus didn’t love those three more than the others, but they were privileged to ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Disillusionment: With God And Everyone Else!

Contributed by Kelly Durant on Sep 26, 2015

People often set their selves up for failure and disillusionment. We might even pray to die! But God and Jesus went through the same. We must focus on Him and the faithful few who have a heart for God.

Disillusionment: With God and Everyone Else! By Capt. Kelly Durant 9-27-15 “The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it? “I the LORD search the heart and examine the mind, to reward each person according to their conduct, according to what their ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:9-10

Denomination: Salvation Army

Overcoming Blocks To Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 25, 2015

Talk about the stumbling blocks to forgiveness (Material adapted from Dr. Paul Coleman's book, The Forgiven Marriage)

Introduction: A. Linda gave up her college career because her new husband wanted her to stay home. She obliged him. Six months later, she had an abortion because her husband told her they weren’t ready to become parents. As Linda’s resentment grew over the next year, so did her ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ