Sermons on Joel Smith:

All I Need Is A Miracle: The Virgin Birth Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Dec 7, 2025

She asks the question any of us would ask, “How is this going to work?” Ancient peoples may not have known the intricacies of modern embryonic science, but they knew how babies were made. Mary knew she had not yet consummated her marriage to Joseph.

If it weren’t for Jesus, Mary would be the star of Christmas. People all over the world love Mary. Get this: there are about 4,200 churches dedicated to Mary in the United States alone.1 There are likely tens of thousands more churches named after Mary around the world, but no one knows for sure. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding Who You Are Part #3 Your Identity In God

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jul 11, 2025

HAM – THE YOUNGEST SON OF NOAH, BORN PROBABLY ABOUT 96 YEARS BEFORE THE FLOOD; AND ONE OF EIGHT PERSONS TO LIVE THROUGH THE FLOOD. HE BECAME THE PROGENITOR OF THE DARK RACES; NOT THE NEGROES, BUT THE EGYPTIANS, ETHIOPIANS, LIBYANS AND CANAANITES

Understanding Who You Are You Identity in God By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. Part 3 PRAYER: - My desire today is to try to bring this all together, I need to bring about 1960 years’ worth of history in about a 45 minute to an hour lesson. So, pray with me and for me as I bring this out in ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 4:6

Denomination: Apostolic

Feast Of Tabernacles And Millennial Worship Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 12, 2022

What will worship be like during the Millennium? What part will the Feast of Tabernacles play in that? How can we apply Zechariah 14:16 to our lives today?

Intro In the last six verses of the book of Zechariah, we get a glimpse into the Millennium. Zechariah does not give us a lot of information about life during the Millennium. But the material in Zechariah 14:16-21 sheds valuable light on the subject. Zechariah’s message revolves around the two ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 14:1-21, Revelation 11:15, Matthew 7:13, Isaiah 9:6-8, Revelation 21:1-3, 1 Corinthians 5:6-8, Ezekiel 37:1-19, Psalm 118:25-29, Revelation 7:9-10, John 8:12, Matthew 23:39, Psalm 92:1-2, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

So Quickly Thou Persuadest Me Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Nov 14, 2020

To establish that the prophets' truth regarding Christ is discernable to any with an open heart. King Agrippa was "quickly persuaded to become a Christian” due to Paul’s gospel preaching. He was convinced and convicted but was not converted to the faith of Christ. He was almost saved!

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. So Quickly Thou Persuadest Me Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will discuss the theme: “So Quickly Thou Persuadest Me." This is the tenth lesson in the sermon series, "Re-digging in Old Wells." There will be many others bearing this title. We are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:26-29, Acts 2:38-47, Romans 6:17-18, John 8:31-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Baptized: "for" Or "because" Of Remission? Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jun 15, 2021

To clarify that the preposition “for” in the phrase:” for the remission of sins" does not mean "because." The Greek word "eis" means “for, into, unto, or toward” in all reputable Greek-English New Testament Interlinear. Denying this truth is aligning your faith with error.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. For The Remission of Sins Remarks. 1. In this lesson today, we will be discussing the prepositional phrase: “For the remission of sins." This is a revision of the ninth lesson in the sermon-series entitled: "Re-digging in Old Wells." There will be many others ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:28, Luke 24:46-47, Acts 2:38, Romans 3:24-26, Mark 1:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What If

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 23, 2003

This is an Easter Sermon that deals with some different what ifs in life and what if Jesus was not raised from the dead.

" What IF" 4/20/2003 Easter NLF Isaiah 53:1-6 Matthew 27:62-28:20 We have all probably played the game of what if in our lives on more than one occasions. "What if I won a million dollars? What if married him? What if I moved ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

War And Peace Series

Contributed by Andy Atkins on Feb 26, 2001

A look at conflict without and within, and a pathway to real peace between a Christian and God.

War and Peace James 4:1-10 James begins the fourth chapter of his epistle with the question, “Where do wars and fights come from?” Have you ever stopped to consider that question? I thought about it as well. I read the following statistical data this week regarding national and international ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Unwrapping Thegifts God Has Given You

Contributed by Gene Barron on Mar 1, 2001

Firstin a three-part series on Spiritual Gifts

“The Gifts of the Holy Spirit” (Part 1 of 3) 1 Cor 13:8-10; Romans 12:1-8 INTRODUCTION For several years American presidents have focused attention on what has been called America’s greatest wasteland: the vast potential of young men and women who, because of inadequate resources or other ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Don't Cry" Series

Contributed by Chris Talton on May 13, 2002

Just as Jesus restored hope to a mother who had lost her son through a miracle, so he can restore hope to parents who have or are in fear of losing their children today.

May 12, 2002 Luke 7:11-17 ¡§Don¡¦t cry.¡¨ INTRODUCTION Some of you are familiar with the Calvin & Hobbes comic strip. Well, on one Mother’s Day, Calvin is pictured standing by his mother’s bed. "Hey, Mom! Wake up. I made you a Mother’s Day card." "My, how sweet of you." she says. "I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-23

Denomination: Baptist

I Know What Love Is! Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on May 11, 2001

In contrast to what the world calls love, this sermon explains the Bible’s definition of what real love is.

What Do You Know? I Know What Love Is 1John 3:11-24 & 4:7-21 May 13, 2001 Mother’s Day Intro: A. [Kellie Ammons sent the following e-mail to me this week…] Once upon a time there was a child ready to be born. So one day he asked God, "They tell me you are sending me to earth tomorrow but how am ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-24, 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do I Have To? Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 2, 2004

This morning we will answer 2 simple questions; why should I give and how should I give. (Rediscovering An Essentail Truth - part 2)

“Do I Have To?” Recovering An Essential Truth – part two Today is our second week in a 3 week series called, “Recovering An Essential Truth” – a series about stewardship and giving… Now, last week I shared with you 5 reasons why NOW – was the time for me to talk about giving & stewardship…. ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Much Are They Worth Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 2, 2004

What I want to do this morning is to look a 6 QUICK snapshots of some mothers, 5 are from the bible ¡V and each snap shot illustrates one of the awesome things moms give and do for their kids¡K

¡§How Much Are They Worth¡¨ Recovering An Essential Truth ¡V part 3 We’ve come together this morning for 2 primary reasons. One, is to honor the Lord Jesus Christ with our worship. The other, is to honor our mothers. Both are lifetime tasks, neither of which can be confined to a one hour ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:6-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Check The Rock!

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 27, 2004

We at Easter need to be COOL by doing the following actions: 1. Check the rock. 2. Observe the empty tomb. 3. Open our spiritual eyes. 4. Look and see Jesus.

Check the Rock! It Rocks! COOL!: Easter Sermon 2004 Thesis: We at Easter need to be COOL by doing the following actions: 1. Check the rock. 2. Observe the empty tomb. 3. Open our spiritual eyes. 4. Look and see Jesus. Scripture Text: Matthew 28:1-20; (Play on CD) Luke 24:1-10; Mark 16:1-8 So ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-20, Luke 24:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breaking Out Of Debtor's Prison

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 15, 2002

A biblical widow listened to the advice of Elisha to get out of debt. The techniques that she used can get us out of debt too.

March 18, 2001 2 Kings 4:1-7 “Breaking out of debtor’s prison” INTRODUCTION In the American religion of materialism, there are two words more sacred than any other: "Charge it!" Yet, consider the following two scenarios in evaluating the intelligence of using plastic: 1. Ellin is 30 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Boredom

Contributed by Ray Pritchard on Sep 8, 2003

Boredom is a warning sign that we are living for self when we ought to be living for God.

Overcoming Boredom Ecclesiastes 9:10; Colossians 3:17 A ten-year-old boy was asked, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” Influenced by the threat of nuclear war and the reality of terrorist attacks around the world, the boy thought for a moment and then replied with just one word: ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:10, Colossians 3:17

Denomination: Independent/Bible