Sermons on Jehoiada Joash:

The Hammer And The Donkey

Contributed by David Limiero on May 1, 2001

A narrative message for Palm Sunday contrasting the arrival of "The Hammer" (Judas Maccabeus) with that of Jesus.

FIRST MOVEMENT: The Hammer They called him “the Hammer.” He probably got the name from his style of warfare. He attacked hard and fast, guerrilla-warfare style. The Hammer was a seasoned warrior. And, because of his success against overwhelming odds, he was a hero to his fellow Israelis. Israel ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44, Psalm 118:25-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Chase The Lion: Defying Odds

Contributed by Mark Batterson on Jun 26, 2007

Over the next seven weeks we’ll look at II Samuel 23:20-23 from seven different angles. This week I want to look at it through the eyes of an odds maker.

Chase the Lion: Defying Odds November 7, 2006 Mark Batterson This evotional begins a new series titled: Chase the Lion. Check out the series trailer @ chasethelion.com. Or watch the webcast @ theaterchurch.com. Over the next seven weeks, this series will explore seven lion chasing skills: ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:20-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There Is A Lion Out There? (Fear) Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 18, 2008

This two part lesson studies LIONS in the Bible. The lion represents FEAR! Fear is opposed to faith. Will the lion hinder us? Will the lion launch us? It is up to you!

THERE ARE LIONS OUT THERE? HOW DID I GET HERE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I do this lesson in two parts. ILLUSTRATION: A. I use a pint jar. I fill it up with ping pong balls. ( You can substitute: English walnuts, or something cheap, etc.) enough to fill the small jar. (A large ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Holy Spirit At Work In The Old Testament Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 5, 2011

19 separate works of the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament

The Holy Spirit at Work in the Old Testament Genesis 1:1-2 (Plus multiple Scriptures) Series: God’s Spirit at Work in Our World Sermon by: Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - March 22, 2000 *God’s Spirit is very much at work in our world, and He always has been. I found 19 works of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

“do You Wanna Be A Hero?”

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Sep 9, 2011

The qualities that make a hero in Jesus' eyes.

“Do You Wanna Be a Hero?” September 11, 2011 1 Chronicles 11:11-14; 22-23 “this is the list of David’s mighty warriors: Jashobeam, a Hakmonite, was chief of the officers; he raised his spear against three hundred men, whom he killed in one encounter. Next to him was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 11:11-23

Denomination: Holiness

Tracking The Wind In The Old Testament Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 16, 2018

48th message from Ephesians expanding on the ministry of the Holy Spirit revealed in the Old Testament.

“Tracking the Wind in the Old Testament” To many, the person, work, and ministry of the Holy Spirit are a mystery. He is not only invisible but also confusing and even a little bit eerie ... especially when, for years, He was referred to as “It” and formally addressed as “the Holy Ghost.” ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

David's Victories Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 24, 2020

Second Samuel 8:1-18 shows us how God's kingdom was established under David.

Scripture Second Samuel 7 is a wonderful chapter. It first describes God’s amazing promise that he will build an eternal kingdom for David. Then we read of David’s marvelous prayer in response to God’s promise to him. Second Samuel 8 shows us how God’s kingdom was established under David. Let’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 8:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

David And The Rebellion Of Sheba Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 20, 2020

Second Samuel 20:1-26 shows us the problems encountered in restoring the promised kingdom.

Scripture David and his army soundly defeated Absalom and his army. Sadly for David, his son Absalom was killed in the battle, along with twenty thousand of Absalom’s soldiers. As he returned to Jerusalem to reestablish himself as king over all Israel, David extended grace to everyone along the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 20:1-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Manasseh Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 5, 2022

One of the twelve tribes of Israel descending from Manasseh, the grandson of Jacob through Joseph, Manasseh was one of the two Joseph tribes; Ephraim was the other. At the Exodus Manasseh numbered 32,200, while Ephraim had 40,500.

MANASSEH Manasseh was the king of southern Judea. He was known for his idol worship and lack of faith in Yahweh. Manasseh was the fourteenth king of the Kingdom of Judah. He was the oldest of the sons of Hezekiah and his mother, Hephzibah. He became king at the age of 12 and reigned for 55 ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

Resurrection Power

Contributed by Frank Ellis on Apr 15, 2002

God’s power at work in our daily life

Read: Judges 6: 11-16 and Ephesians 1: 15-23 Text – as readings INTRODUCTION It is not easy, is it, to stand up and be counted as a Christian? Perhaps it’s more difficult in some situations than others. It may not be too difficult when you are with Christian friends; but when you are on your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23, Judges 6:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Signs For Life

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Aug 25, 2005

Throwing a fleece...is it right for christians today. Perhaps by looking at whatGideon did copaired to what he should do gives us direction.

Signs for Life Judges 6:33-39 Well we are in week 3 with the story of Gideon. We started out with a view of a coward, that an angel called a mighty warrior. It seems like positive reinforcement, tell someone they are good long enough that they believe it. The angel informs that it is He, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:33-39

Denomination: Congregational

The Message Of A Prophet Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Jun 30, 2005

Hulda’s message as a prophet had an impact because she knew the word of God and had a concern for God’s people

This is our third and final message from II Chronicles. The writer chronicles the successes and failures of the kings of Judah as this little nation careens toward moral and spiritual failure and eventual extinction when Jerusalem falls and the Jews are carried off into exile. The list ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 34:1-33

Denomination: Brethren

Patriots For The Cause Of Christ

Contributed by Rick Kallstrom on Jun 9, 2003

When everything they had tried had turned out wrong, and when all had seemed lost, the Israelites cried out to God for help. By grace, God heard the cry of His people and intervened to raise up a leader who could both judge and lead His people.

The year was 1150 B.C. and the Israelites were in terrible circumstances. The military strength that they once had was no longer there and their enemies, the Midianites, had stolen most of their possessions. When everything they had tried had turned out wrong, and when all had seemed lost, the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Warnings And Instructions From Proverbs

Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 5, 2010

Proverbs 28 is filled with words of warnings and instructions. The wise take heed, warnings are given, so we might know how to handle certain situations, and to keep us away from danger. Instructions are here, so we might understand the how do’s. (The dos

Warnings and Instructions Proverbs 28:1-28 The wicked flee when no one pursues, But the righteous are bold as a lion. 2 Because of the transgression of a land, many are its princes; But by a man of understanding and knowledge Right will be prolonged. 3 A poor man who oppresses the poor Is ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:1-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

03 Valley Of Sickness Series

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Feb 21, 2009

How do you react when you find yourself in the Valley of Sickness - most of us just feel sorry for ourselves, Paul shows us how to react...

The Valley Of Sickness – 22nd February 2009 am John 11:1-15 Another of the greatest of valleys that a Christian goes through is that of sickness. Prolonged sickness or infirmity is a devastating valley because of its negative effect upon our spiritual walk with the Lord. There are many false ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-12

Denomination: Baptist