Sermons on Iniquities Are Forgiven:

Joash Lesson 9 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 28, 2019

A good grandson comes from an evil grandmother.

A GOOD GRANDSON COMES FROM AN EVIL GRANDMOTHER A. INTRODUCTION 1. Generational sins. “Visiting the iniquity of the fathers (or mothers) upon the children unto the third and fourth generation of them that hate me” (Ex. 20:5). North ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:5

Denomination: Baptist

Why Does God Hate Sin?

Contributed by Peter Pilt on Apr 19, 2019

Some thoughts I shared about God’s hatred of sin in a recent sermon.

Some thoughts I shared about God’s hatred of sin in a recent sermon. 1) God hates sin because it is the very antithesis of His nature. The psalmist describes God’s hatred of sin this way: “For You are not a God who takes pleasure in wickedness; no evil dwells with You” (Psalm 5:4). 2) God hates ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:4, Revelation 6:8, Genesis 3:8, Psalm 16:11, Matthew 15:14, 1 John 2:11, Judges 16:21, Romans 6:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Irrefutable Law Of Love

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jan 3, 2018

God's "Irrefutable Law of Love" is found in the Old Testament and the New Testament alike! God commands us to walk in love and offers to help us even at times when it seems to be very challenging! This message will encourage us to walk in God's love...

Text: 1 John 2:7-17 INTRODUCTION: In the Greek language there are four words for our word “love”. • Eros: This is a sensual or erotic type of love. This word is never used in the New Testament. • Phileo: This is a brotherly type of love. (Philadelphia is known as the “City of Brotherly ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:7-17, 1 Corinthians 13:4-8, 1 Corinthians 13:1-3, Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Church Of God

The Title Lord Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 18, 2018

Why Learn God's Many Names?

A. WHY LEARN GOD’S MANY NAMES? 1. As the basis of our salvation. “There is no other name under Heaven given among men by which we must be saved” (Acts 4:12). 2. For more effective worship. “Hallowed (Holy) be Thy name” (Matt. 6:9). “Holy and reverend is his name” (Ps. 111:9, KJV). 3. To get ...read more

Scripture: John 4:25

Denomination: Baptist

The First Commandment Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 18, 2018

The First Commandment

A. INTRODUCTION A line is drawn through the ages; it extends from Heaven to man and reaches around the earth. The line crosses the deserts of North Africa, and is drawn on the sand at the foot of Mount Sinai. On one side is God and the blessings of Heaven. On the other side is Satan with all ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3

Denomination: Baptist

The Third Commandment Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 18, 2018

The Third Commandment

A. INTRODUCTION THIRD COMMANDMENT “Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain; for the Lord will not hold him guiltless that taketh His name in vain” (Exodus 20:7). “Then I added, ‘Do not swear at all, neither by heaven, or God’s throne . . .” (Matthew 5:34). I said through James, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Baptist

Why Doesn't God Do What I Ask? Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 24, 2017

What are God's reasons for not answering?

A. INTRODUCTION: WHY OUR PARENTS DON’T DO ALL WE ASK 1. It’s not good for us. 2. They don’t have resources. 3. They have other plans for us. 4. They have something better. 5. It would hurt us. B. WHY SOME HAVE GREAT EXPECTATIONS 1. Promise. “Whatever you ask in My name, that I will do” (John ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:39

Denomination: Baptist

Christ's Many Names Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 25, 2017

What must we do with God's name?

A. WHY LEARN CHRIST’S MANY NAMES? 1. As the basis of our salvation. “There is no other name under Heaven given among men by which we must be saved” (Acts 4:12). 2. For more effective worship. “Hallowed (Holy) be Thy name” (Matt. 6:9). “Holy and reverend is his name” (Ps. 111:9, KJV). 3. To ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

The "Us" Petition Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 25, 2017

Opportunity knocks once, temptation knocks the door down!

A. FAST AND PRAY THE US PETITION “Lord, when I pray, I’ll follow this pattern: My Father in heaven, may Your name be holy, in my life on earth as Your name is holy in heaven. 10May Your kingdom come in my life on earth as Your kingdom rules in heaven. May Your will be done in my life on earth as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Pictures Of Heaven Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 26, 2017

What shall we see in heaven?

A. INTRODUCTION 1. John wrote Revelation to show us and tell us three things. “Write down what you have seen—both the things that are now happening and the things that will happen” (Rev. 1:19, NLT). 2. John saw and heard an invitation. “I looked and behold a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:3

Denomination: Baptist

The Title "Lord" Lesson 2

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 27, 2018

Why learn God's many names?

A. WHY LEARN GOD’S MANY NAMES? 1. As the basis of our salvation. “There is no other name under Heaven given among men by which we must be saved” (Acts 4:12). 2. For more effective worship. “Hallowed (Holy) be Thy name” (Matt. 6:9). “Holy and reverend is his name” (Ps. 111:9, KJV). 3. To get ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:12, Matthew 6:9, John 14:13

Denomination: Baptist

When Pain Hurts Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 27, 2023

God intends to give us what we need, not what we want.

A. THREE MYTHS ABOUT PAIN 1. God’s children are not supposed to suffer pain. 2. If I hurt, there must be something wrong with me. 3. If I hurt, there must be something wrong with God. B. WHY PAIN? 1. “If God were good, He would wish to make His creatures perfectly happy and if God were ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:10, Romans 8:18

Denomination: Baptist

Distinguishing Sin Series

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Nov 21, 2022

After explaining the amazing power & quality of the Bible, he asks this question: Who can understand his errors?

Psalm 19 is a testimony to God’s two great witnesses of His existence and power: 1. Creation (v. 1-6) • Nearest Galaxy (e:2206). The distance from our galaxy to the nearest one is 1.5 million light-years (light travels at 297,600 km per second). 2. The Bible (v. 7-11) After explaining the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Shadows Of The Approaching Day.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 19, 2024

"For by one offering He hath perfected for ever them that are sanctified" (Hebrews 10:14).

SHADOWS OF THE APPROACHING DAY. Hebrews 10:1-25. The Law is but a “shadow” of “good things to come” (HEBREWS 10:1). As such the Law, though good in itself (cf. Romans 7:12), serves only as a schoolmaster pointing us to Jesus (cf. Galatians 3:24). The round of sacrifices represented here by ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Deep Mercy Of God

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Oct 4, 2025

The sermon explores the profound and eternal nature of God’s mercy, emphasizing its depth, purpose, and transformative power for believers. It highlights the contrast between human deserving of judgment and the mercy extended by God.

The Deep Mercy of God Text: Psalm 103:17–18 (KJV) "But the mercy of the LORD is from everlasting to everlasting upon them that fear him, and his righteousness unto children's children; To such as keep his covenant, and to those that remember his commandments to do them." Introduction: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:17-18, Romans 6:23, John 3:18

Denomination: Church Of God