Sermons on Instigators:

Seeking God's Assurance In Our Journey Of Faith

Contributed by Jung Lee on Jan 15, 2024

Today, we delve into the life of Gideon, an unlikely hero, whose journey from doubt to determination offers profound insights for our own spiritual paths.

In our spiritual journey, we often find ourselves at crossroads, seeking signs and confirmations to ensure we're on the right path. The Bible is filled with stories of individuals who, despite their deep faith, sought God's assurance in their moments of doubt and uncertainty. Today, we ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:36-40

Denomination: Baptist

Abner Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 2, 2022

The only engagement between the rival factions, told at length, is noteworthy since it was preceded by an encounter at Gibeon between 12 chosen men from each side, in which all 24 seem to have perished. Abner was defeated and put to flight in the general engagement that followed.

Abner In the Hebrew Bible, Abner was the cousin of King Saul and the commander-in-chief of his army. His name also appears as “Abiner son of Ner,” whereas the more extended form Abiner means “my father is Ner.” Abner is initially mentioned incidentally in Saul’s history, first appearing as the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:27

Denomination: Baptist

The Ebionites Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 19, 2022

The Ebionites existed during the early centuries of the Common Era and believed Jesus became the Messiah because he obeyed the Jewish Law.

The Ebionites The Ebionites were early followers of Jesus who believed He was the Messiah the Jewish people had expected to come. Ebionites (Greek: Ebionaioi, derived from a Hebrew word meaning 'the poor' or 'poor ones') as a term refers to a Jewish Christian sect who were ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:15

Denomination: Baptist

Revelation 15 -17 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Oct 18, 2004

Rev Chapter 15 -17

Revelation 15: 1) there is the sign of God’s judgment in heaven. The scene in heaven strikes reverence in the human heart. The scene in heaven is said to be a sign: ð A sign that is great and awesome ð A sign of seven mighty angels or messengers prepared to go forth for God ð A sign of seven ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Taming A Hurtful Tongue

Contributed by Gene Haraldsen on Jul 26, 2004

What are the consequences of an untamed, hurtful tongue? What are the consequences of an under control, helpful tongue?

Taming a Hurtful Tongue Ephesians 4:29-32 Week one I don’t mean to upset anyone, but someone brought a lethal weapon with them to Church this morning. For purposes of security and safety, our ushers should have asked some to check such deadly weapons at the door...but they ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Extreme Makoever: Pierced Tongue Series

Contributed by Steven Dow on Apr 15, 2004

This is the third sermon in the Extreme Makeover series. James teaches us how to T.A.M.E. the tongue.

EXTREME MAKEOVER: PIERCED TONGUE James 3:1-12 April 25, 2003 Introduction: This morning we will be continuing our study of the book of James titled “Extreme Makeover.” We have already learned that if Jesus were to do an extreme makeover of our lives he would give us big ears so that we could ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Who Was Jesus Really? Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Apr 30, 2001

An overview of contemporary study of the historical Jesus and a look at who Jesus believed himself to be.

Who was Jesus really? Not just who do Christians think Jesus was or who do I think Jesus was, but who did Jesus himself think he was? The question of the identity of Jesus is a question that continues to spark incredible interest among people. Last Monday night I went to Borders Books and Music in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Temptation Management-101—4 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 9, 2001

Part 4 of a 4 part sermon dealing with the importance of managing temptation effectively so that it will not become sin, thus freeing God to work in our lives.

Temptation Management-101—IV—Luke 4:1-13 A Texan wanted to go ice fishingRead up on Ice Fishing/Bought all the equipment/ Set out for the nearest frozen lake. Began to drill a hole in the ice. Suddenly ---from the sky--- a voice boomed, "THERE ARE NO FISH UNDER THE ICE! DO NOT DRILL INTO THE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Waiting Well Series

Contributed by Eric Bain on Sep 18, 2007

This sermon looks at the process of character development and how it is importnat for us to "wait well."

Waiting Well Ruth 3 © 2007 Eric Bain Note: This message is available in audio format at www.sanctuary-church.com Four weeks ago we began a new series in the book of Ruth. We’re going to continue that today. So, grab a Bible – if you don’t have one – and open it to Ruth, Chapter 3. In case ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Deviation From The Gospel Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 21, 2008

In Galatians 2:11-13 Paul explains Peter’s deviation from the gospel. In this we see 1) The Clash, 2) The Cause, and 3) The Consequence

A Domino a rectangular tile with a line dividing its face into two square ends. A popular way of playing with dominos is lining them up end to end and knocking them over. This domino effect is fun to watch when handling the physical tiles but, if it occurs metaphorically in worldwide financial ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-13

Denomination: Other

Jesus Christ - Our Living Hope

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Jun 10, 2008

Jesus promises hope if we put our faith and trust in Him.

Cornerstone Church November 12, 2006 “JESUS CHRIST – OUR LIVING HOPE!” “Too Blessed to be Distressed!” 1 Peter 1:3-9 DO ANY OF YOU EVER GET ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Sincere Faith

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 2, 2007

A Mother’s Day message that looks at the product of godliness conveyed to children.

“I thank God whom I serve, as did my ancestors, with a clear conscience, as I remember you constantly in my prayers night and day. As I remember your tears, I long to see you, that I may be filled with joy. I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Bible Is Trustworthy

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Aug 3, 2014

An examination of the internal and external evidence which testifies to the reliability of the Bible as God's Word.

Is the Bible trustworthy in its claim to be God's Word? I can definitely say that there are sound evidences to support the position that the Bible's claim to be Divinely-inspired is trustworthy. There are both internal and external evidences that the Bible is truly God's Word. The internal ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Moving Ahead – When You R Scared Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 3, 2014

So often we play things safe believing that if we 'stay put' and if we don't move... that all will be well, but that is FAR from the truth...

Sermon Brief Date Written: January 04, 2014 Date Preached: January 05, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Moving Ahead Sermon Title: Moving Ahead – When You R Scared Sermon Text: Acts 9:10-19 [ESV] Introduction: 10Now there was a disciple at ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-19

Denomination: Baptist

Taking The Next Step Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 6, 2015

Sometimes God uses trials to get us to take the next step.

Taking The Next Step Text: Acts 8:1-25 Introduction 1. Video Clip 2. We are continuing our exploration of the book of Acts and the TV series A.D. today. A prevailing theme in Acts, which is clear in A.D. and mirrors our own lives to a somewhat lesser degree, is the trials and tribulations that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-25

Denomination: Methodist