Sermons on Iron Sharpening:

He Did It For Us

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 18, 2015

The trial and crucifixion of Jesus is a story of hypocrisy and raging hatred.

He Did It for Us John 19:1-19:20 The trial and crucifixion of Jesus is a story of hypocrisy and raging hatred. It is also the story of the power and majesty of Jesus. The Jewish religious authorities wanted ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

God Renders Vengeance On His Enemies

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 15, 2015

To show that GOD does the avenging.

I. EXORDIUM: Can you avenge yourself? No. Only GOD can avenge Me. GOD is the Avenger. Romans 12:19 (Amplified Bible) 12:19 Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave the way open for [God’s] wrath; for it is written, Vengeance is Mine, I will repay (requite), says the Lord. Deuteronomy ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:41

Denomination: Pentecostal

Come Together

Contributed by Jay Robison on Nov 6, 2012

As the family of God our church is called to come together in relationship with one another. We support and encourage one another. We are better together

COME TOGETHER Sept 16, 2012 Jay Davis Robison ISA 64:4-8 GAL 3:1-8, 26-29 There are so many things that divide us our nation unsettling division Even at VBC if we were to choose many things can divide us Raise hand if right handed, left? Male, female, understand other sex How many of you are ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

Upside Down Is Right Side Up! Part1 Series

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 4, 2015

I would like to thank Pastor Jerry Shirley for sharing this series on Acts. It has been a blessing as well as a great help. I have used these for our church, as I spend my days caring for my dying father.

Upside Down is Right Side Up! Part1 Acts 17:1-6 A man was shoveling snow in his driveway when 2 boys came along with shovels. “Hey Mister, can we shovel your driveway? It will only cost $2.” He said, “Can’t you boys see I’m already doing that?” “Yes sir, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 17:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Snakes And Hedgehogs, Fallen Trees And Fulfillment Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Jan 9, 2013

What relevance does the third chapter of Matthew have for us today? A Brood of Vipers and an Ax at the root of trees?

Snakes and Hedgehogs, Fallen Trees and Fulfillment Matthew 3:4-12 Five “God” Promises 1. God promises that you can sit in a church pew and still smell of sin. 2. God promises that vipers will vanish ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:4-12

Denomination: Baptist

My Purpose? My Goals?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 12, 2014

We must be more than ENABLERS and FISH-GIVERS --- We must teach others HOW TO FISH. let us look at MODEL---MENTOR---MOTIVATE--- We have a purpose before us.

MY PURPOSE? --- MY GOALS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I HAVE A PAIR OF SPURS, I ATTACH THEM TO MY SHOES... Proverbs 26:20 (KJV) Where no wood is, there the fire goeth out: so where there is no talebearer, the strife ceaseth. Proverbs 26:20 (MSG) When you run out of wood, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 26:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Every Life Is Touched By Trials Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Apr 21, 2008

None of us can sidestep the pains, problems, sorrows, and sufferings of life!

1. Everything UNDER THE SUN is vanity & emptiness. a. That’s the testimony of King Solomon. He had it all. b. Money. Wisdom. Women. Possessions. Power. Prestige. c. But it didn’t do it for him. It left him empty & hollow. d. He writes the book of Ecclesiastes to tell us how it went. e. At the end ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Embracing Encouragement

Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on Feb 23, 2012

Encouragement is vital for our survival - through it we help others to love and good works. It's the responsibility of every believer to encourage and it's an urgent need because there is more and more of a need of encouragement in this evil days.

In 1995 twin girls Kyrie and Brielle were born prematurely. Weighing only 2 pounds each, they were watched over very carefully each in their respective incubators. Kyrie began putting on weight immediately, but Brielle struggled - she cried and cried leaving her gasping and blue faced. They wrapped ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Lutheran

The Mystery Of Divine Silent Years Series

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Oct 8, 2019

If you have prayed, fasted and still your life is not making the kind of progress you had anticipated, it could be that you are in God's season of waiting or experiencing a time of silent years, in other to enable God to release you into the breakthrough or success that He has ordained for you.

THE MYSTERY OF DIVINE SILENT YEARS “Now there was a certain man of Ramathaim Zophim, of the mountains of Ephraim, and his name was Elkanah the son of Jeroham, the son of Elihu the son of Tohu, the son of Zuph, an Ephraimite. 2 And he had two wives: the name of one was Hannah, and the name of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-2, Habakkuk 2:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Excitement Of Fellowship In His Presence! (Psalm 84) Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 12, 2019

The Psalmist highlights the difference it makes in lives by experiencing the contentment God gives to those who stay focused on things above and live daily in fellowship with their Lord.

MAKING MUSIC FROM SHARPS AND FLATS IN LIFE Sermons Based on Selected Psalms Psalms Sermon XI – Psalm 84 David the ...read more

God Shows Us He Knows All About Us! (Psalm 139) Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 12, 2019

The Psalmist highlights the difference it makes in lives by knowing that God knows us and therefore asking Him to do an inward assessment for making the most of our onward journey that leads to everlasting joy.

MAKING MUSIC FROM SHARPS AND FLATS IN LIFE Sermons Based on Selected Psalms Psalms Sermon XIV – Psalm 139 David the shepherd lad who ...read more

Our Worship Prompts His Willingness. Pt 2

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 28, 2023

The Old Testament uses three primary terms that are translated worship: The first term, avad. It's usually translated to serve. It signifies a lifestyle of commitment and allegiance. The second term, yireh. It is to fear...

Our Worship Prompts His Willingness. Pt 2 Matthew 8:1-3NKJV Before the text this evening, Jesus had just finished the Sermon on the Mount. Matthew 5-7chapters. Finally as Jesus completed His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-3, Exodus 34:5-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Exemplary Creature Of An Impeccable Creation

Contributed by Ed Lu on Aug 23, 2020

This is a discourse to observe our role as God meant for us when He made us and gave us life. And to understand how Creation is God’s overarching plan to bless us with a part to be witnesses of His love, mercy, grace, power and goodness.

God who is Creator is also my Helper 1. Psalm 121:1-2 I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. Here is a pauper turned psalmist because in the midst of grueling horror he sees a glorious hope. He may have been ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-2, Ephesians 2:10, Isaiah 40:28

Denomination: Baptist

Family Circus

Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Dec 11, 2020

We ALL have a circus for a family NOT GOING TO TELL YOU I HAVE A PERFECT FAMILY BECAUSE I DO NOT.

Family Circus Abby Porter The Bridge Church Upstate Deuteronomy 6:1-9 NLT We ALL have a circus for a family NOT GOING TO TELL YOU I HAVE A PERFECT FAMILY BECAUSE I DO NOT. TELL ABOUT GOING TO YOUR FIRST CIRCUS WITH KIDS There are some things about a Circus that never ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You And Your Co-Workers In The Vineyard Of The Most High, The King Of Kings Series

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Feb 21, 2022

relationships in the ministry and in our churches

Your co-workers in the ministry and you I have said it before, many Christians believe and know that working in a Christian organization is one of the most difficult things to do. Why, because you may have to look very hard and intently to find the demonstrated love of CHRIST. The atmosphere ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19