Sermons on In The Pit:

Fasting

Contributed by Gary Holt on Jan 14, 2020

an introduction to fasting

Credit: I edited some of Tom Fullers introduction for my sermon. https://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/how-to-be-invisible-tom-fuller-sermon-on-jesus-teachings-139102?ref=SermonSerps FASTING Matthew 6:16-18 Here are some pictures of my new truck: Talk about the new truck: Searched, features, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"god's Favor To The Faithful"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Feb 15, 2020

God is a good God who loves to reward those who follow Him.

“Favor to the Faithful” February 16, 2020 Psalm 113 The very first memories I have are walking down an old dirt road, up in Northern Minnesota, with my mom and big brother. We were walking a mile or so to go see my Aunt, Mom’s sister. My family of five lived in a one room tar paper shack. As I ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

"faith To Face The Fire"

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 4, 2020

If there is anything that can get your attention, it’s a fire. As a child I remember our neighbor’s house caught on fire and I watched from our window as the house was burning down.

“Faith to Face the Fire” Daniel 3:1-30 and 1 Peter 4:12 If there is anything that can get your attention, it’s a fire. As a child I remember our neighbor’s house caught on fire and I watched from our window as the house was burning down. Later in life the church we grew up in had a fire and the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30, 1 Peter 4:12

Denomination: Baptist

No Parole, No Appeal, No Hope: The Great White Throne Judgment Series

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 19, 2020

You do not end up as mere food for worms and fertilizer for flowers in a forgotten grave. You will be in one of two places after you take your last breath, and you will face the Sovereign LORD, either as Savior or Judge. Where do you stand on that fact?

The Holy Bible affirms that there are ONLY two places where your soul can go after death. Either you will be in heaven with God the Father, the Lord Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, and the redeemed of all history, or in hell with the devil, his angels, and the wicked of all history, to be ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15, Matthew 25:41, Mark 9:43-48, Luke 16:19-31, 2 Corinthians 6:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Leader Of Unknown Ways Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jan 2, 2021

Leaders of Israel hated good people and their good deeds (Micah 3:2). Prophets loved wicked men (Micah 3:5). Judges took the money and delivered the wrong decisions (Micah 3:11).

Text: Micah 2:12-13 Theme: Unknown ways and unfamiliar Paths Introduction: Happy New Year 2021! I greet you all in the name of Jesus Christ, who is the Way, the Truth, and the Life (John 14:6). God spoke to Prophet Isaiah that he is going to lead his Son Israel. He told Isaiah that He would ...read more

Scripture: Micah 2:12-13

Denomination: Methodist

Live Like There’s No Tomorrow.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 21, 2021

No one in all of Israel wanted to contend with Goliath. His reputation went before him. He’d never lost one battle, because losing meant death. He’d won every time!

Live Like There’s No Tomorrow. 1 Samuel 17:45-47NKJV On May 25, 1979, Denis Waitly was desperately trying to catch a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles for a speaking engagement. There are easier airports to run through than O'Hara! When he arrived at his gate, they had just closed the jetway. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:45-47, Psalm 103:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Reveals The Future Series

Contributed by John Bright on Nov 23, 2019

Working through the book of Exodus using consecutive expository preaching. Exodus 3:16-3:22. Teaching Sheet for the bulletin included at end of text.

Exodus 3 “19 But I am sure that the king of Egypt will not let you go, no, not even by a mighty hand. 20 So I will stretch out My hand and strike Egypt with all My wonders which I will do in its midst; and after that he will let you go. 21 And I will give this people favor in the sight of the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:19-22

Denomination: Methodist

Who Are The Angels?

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 18, 2020

Who are the angels? Are there kinds of angels? Do they help us? Are Satan and demons angels? Are we at war with them? The word angel comes from a Greek word ἄγγελος (angelos) meaning a messenger. The study of angels is thus called angelology.

Who are the Angels? Who are the angels? Are there kinds of angels? Do they help us? Are Satan and demons angels? Are we at war with them? The word angel comes from a Greek word ???e??? (angelos) meaning a messenger. The study of angels is thus called angelology. Who are the Angels? Heaven’s ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:16, Hebrews 1:14, 1 Kings 22:19, Hebrews 12:22

Denomination: Baptist

Your Foot Will Not Slip

Contributed by Bala Samson on May 19, 2020

This promise of God is much more than just holding you from slipping and falling, He protects your going and coming!

Your foot Psalm 121:3”He will not allow your foot to slip; He who keeps you will not slumber.” This promise of God is much more than just holding you from slipping and falling, I was just exploring this and preached in live-stream this Sunday in our Shiloh Revival Church, let me share my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Caged Spirit Series

Contributed by Freedom Obanijesu on May 31, 2020

What are these “spirits in prison”? Many people reading the word “spirits” in this passage translate it in their minds to dead people who supposedly live now (as spirits) in a prison.

1 Peter 3:19 : The spirits in prison Some time ago, I got a question from a friend of mine concerning the passage of I Peter 3:19. Let’s read this passage together with verses 18 and 20: I Peter 3:18-20 “For Christ also died for sins once for all, the just for the unjust, so that He might bring us ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-20, Hebrews 1:13-14

Denomination: Bible Church

Authority Over Sickness

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 30, 2021

Jesus had compassion on people and healed them.

Authority over Sickness Mark 1:29-39 As we have traveled through the first chapter of Mark, we have seen many demonstrations of Jesus’ authority. Jesus’ authority over nature is seen when Jesus was driven into the wilderness by the Holy Spirit and lived with the wild beasts. The Judaean wilderness ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When Will Jesus Return? Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Feb 15, 2021

To be examined is the suddenness and unexpected nature of Jesus' return. All Bible references are from the NASB.

Yes, Jesus is coming again and we see the signs all around us. That is a central fact that all serious Bible Scholars agree. What Biblical scholars are is not in agreement with is the when of His return. But there are some things we are in agreement about: Jesus will return physically and with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:32-41

Denomination: Baptist

David's Mighty Men: The 37 Men Who Stood With David At The Cave Of Adullam Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Nov 4, 2023

Bravery is a hallmark of a Christian. A true follower of Jesus is brave and bold. They know God is with them.

"Leonidas, King of Sparta, was preparing to make a stand with his Greek troops against the Persian army in 480 B.C. when a Persian envoy arrived. The man urged on Leonidas the futility of trying to resist the advance of the huge Persian army. "Our archers are so numerous," said the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:8

Denomination: Salvation Army

The World’s Predictable Deception Of Humanity Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 21, 2023

Why does God feel so much anger towards the city of Babylon? Because of the pride of great men, their spiritual corruption, because it has led people (God’s creation) astray, and because of the persecution and death of believers.

Alpha and Omega, Part 45, Revelation Part 22 The World’s Predictable Deception of Humanity Revelation 17:1-18 and 18:1-24 Introduction - Been studying Revelation together, to understand God’s plan for creation -- REM: Redemption of sin is granted through Jesus; and yes, we have a choice - ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:1-18, Revelation 18:1-24, John 14:6, Isaiah 53:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Ready Or Not… Here I Come!" Series

Contributed by John Bright on Dec 8, 2023

This sermon was preached on the first Sunday of Advent Teaching sheet at the end of the text

“Ready or Not… Here I Come!" Mark 13:32-37 First Sunday of Advent Mark 13:32-37 “32 “But about that day or hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. 33 Be on guard! Be alert! You do not know when that time will come. 34 It’s like a man going away: He ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:32-37, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-17, Ephesians 5:13-16, Revelation 21:3-5, 2 Thessalonians 3:10-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist