Sermons on Indomitable Spirit:

What Would Jesus Say To The Gay Community

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 26, 2015

What Would Jesus Say to the Gay Community “Please Read “ALL” of This Sermon Before Forming a Judgement”

What Would Jesus Say to the Gay Community “Please Read “ALL” of This Sermon Before Forming a Judgement” Romans 1:26-27 For this cause God gave them up unto vile affections: for even their women did change the natural use into that which is against nature: 27 And likewise ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:26-27

Denomination: Foursquare

Ask, Seek, Knock: Getting Prayers Answered

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Apr 27, 2015

We must pursue God with all our heart and our prayer: and when we do so we must Ask with humility, Seek with Priority, and Knock with Tenacity

Ask, Seek, Knock: Getting Answers to Prayer Introduction: Jean McMahon wrote in the Reader's Digest “Attending church in Kentucky, we watched an especially verbal and boisterous child being hurried out, slung under his irate father's arm. No one in the congregation so much as raised an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Marriage Belongs To God Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 18, 2015

In this sermon, we explore the fact that God created marriage, therefore, marriage belongs to God. God's higher purpose for marriage is to proclaim the gospel. Much from this sermon comes from chapter 6 in David Platt’s book, Counter Culture.

Introduction: A. Our sermon for today continues our series called Marriage Matters. 1. Last week, we discussed the fact that marriage ain’t easy. 2. We talked about some myths about marriage that can set us up for marriage failure. 3. Today, we want to explore the fact that marriage ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

At The House Of Caiaphas

Contributed by Melvin Newland on May 19, 2015

We’re stopping at the house of Caiaphas, & what we see there is rank hypocrisy. So let’s to look at it. But after we do, we’ll also look at the genuineness of Jesus, & point out the contrast between the two.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK When people are invited to attend church, an excuse we sometimes hear is this: “I don’t go to church because there are so many hypocrites there.” Have you ever heard that excuse? It’s been around a long time. Those who love the church have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:57-75

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Afterlife: Hell Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on May 25, 2015

What lies beyond death's door? The Bible describes three realms: Hades, Hell and Heaven. The second in this three-part sermon series, this sermon explores what the Bible really says about Hell and final punishment.

Afterlife: Hell Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 5/24/15 Have you heard about the farmer from Illinois who died and went to Hell? The Devil really wanted to punish him, so he put him to work breaking up rocks with a sledgehammer. To make it worse he cranked up the temperature ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Sarah - Lady In Waiting

Contributed by John Lowe on May 27, 2015

This “Hero of the Faith”, mentioned in Hebrews 11 goes by the name of Sarah, and she’s the first lady mentioned in Paul’s hall of fame for Heroes. There is so much spiritual meat in Sarah’s life that it’s hard to boil it down into a few worthy snapshots.

7-5-05 Sarah - Lady in Waiting Hebrews 12:1-12:2 Today, I want to talk about one of those “Heroes of the Faith” that Paul talks about in Hebrews. In Hebrews 12:1, Paul declares that you and I are surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses. And that because we’re surrounded ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

All The Trees Of The Field Will Know The Lord

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 24, 2014

To show that only the LORD can promote and demote everyone in earth. Prosperity, success, wealth, riches and promotion only comes from the LORD and not men.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you acknowledge the LORD in everything? in your promotion? in your prosperity and success? in your wealth and riches? in your strength? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that only the LORD can promote and demote everyone in earth. Prosperity, success, ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 17:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

When There's Conflict, Resolve It! Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 31, 2014

Conflict is inevitable in our lives. Therefore, we must learn how to work toward conflict resolution. Nehemiah is an excellent example for us on resolving conflict.

Introduction: A. Today, I want us to begin this sermon by looking at a couple of cartoons to get us thinking about “conflict resolution.” 1. Cartoon #1 – Here we have a typical church committee meeting… a. Someone makes the proposal – “I think the church needs ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 5:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Persevering In The Lord's Work Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Sep 2, 2014

A sermon examining the importance of being steadfast in our work for the Lord.

PERSEVERING IN THE LORD’S WORK Haggai 2:1-9 Quite often, I begin certain projects and about halfway through the process I ask, “what was I thinking getting myself into this?” Sometimes tasks that we think will be relatively easy to accomplish become far more complicated than we expected and ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Warning: I’m Under Construction Message – “how God Builds Faith" Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 7, 2014

This message looks at how God builds faith in us - through our heart, soul, mind and strength.

Warning! I’m Under Construction - How God Builds Faith - September 7, 2014 Today we’re on the 2nd in a series that’s called: “Warning! I’m Under Construction. Last week we looked at how God builds, how He constructs our character so that we become more and more like ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Undeserved..extravagant Love..

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Sep 10, 2014

That's what we are..When we display our so called righteous deeds, they are nothing but filthy rags. Nobody, except for God, could still love us..in that condition because His Love isn’t based on Anything to do with us at all..

Undeserved..EXTRAVAGANT LOVE Psalms 95:6-7 MSG So come, let us worship: bow before him, on your knees before God, who made us! Oh yes, he’s our God, and we’re the people he pastures, the flock he feeds. Drop everything and listen, listen as he speaks: “Don’t turn a deaf ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Getting Along Despite Our Differences

Contributed by Monty Newton on Sep 15, 2014

With God's help, Christians can walk hand in hand when we do not see eye to eye.

Title: Getting Along Despite Our Differences (Food Fights) Text: Romans 14:1-12 Thesis: With God’s help, Christians can walk hand in hand when we do not see eye to eye. Introduction I’ve only been in one food fight and it was an impromptu event. It occurred at our kitchen where we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Kingdom Of Christ

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 16, 2014

There was a common belief at the time of Jesus that the Messiah's kingdom would be a physical kingdom, and that it would include all of Israel (and no Gentiles). Is this belief true that was believed then and today?

There was a common belief at the time of Jesus that the Messiah's kingdom would be a physical kingdom, and that it would include all of Israel (and no Gentiles). The disciples asked Jesus in Acts 1:6, "Lord, is it at this time You are restoring the kingdom to Israel?" The disciples are showing in ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:36-45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Principle Priorities Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 17, 2014

Let’s devote ourselves to living out the truth of God’s Word, to sharing our lives together in genuine fellowship, and to joyful worship, all for the ultimate purpose of saving people from their sins and adding new followers of Christ to the church.

A few years ago, some wag told his friends he wasn’t going to any more ball games. Why? Well he said… Whenever I go to a game, they ask for money. The other fans don't care about me. The seats are too hard. Coach never visits me. The referee makes calls I don't agree ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Why I Need Wisdom Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Oct 2, 2014

Wisdom is helpful. But what is it? How do we get it? Check out Moses...

“Soul Talk: Why I Need Wisdom” Ps. 90 Wisdom is helpful. The new pastor’s family was given a pie, baked by a member of the congregation, who was a poor cook. The pie was inedible so the family threw it in the garbage. Now the pastor needed wisdom – how could he thank the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed