Sermons on King Ahaz:

Praying With Good King Hezekiah

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Feb 21, 2021

Looking back on the last few months, do you feel like you’ve been praying more, or is it less? Is this a practice that has been strengthened with you, or has it struggled? Has the seeking become less diligent, or the knocking not so confident? A praying Christian is a living Christian!

In Luke 11:9 Jesus says these words to us, “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.” Simple commands, yet astonishing. For his words reveal the great privilege that we have when we pray. This is the heavenly power that we access whenever we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10, 2 Kings 20:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Straw That Broke The Camel’s Back

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Aug 2, 2022

There are many godly people on this earth and we can learn how to live a godly life from their life.

Also, there are many ungodly people on this earth and we can learn what not to do from their life. The Bible gives us godly and ungodly men and women to learn from. Illus: August of 2022 the local news reported that the schools in South Carolina was a large shortage of teachers to teach our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 21:1-16, 2 Chronicles 33:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Setting The Tone For Jesus Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 29, 2022

Isaiah in 700 B.C. set the stage for what we believe as Christians today, a strong evidence for the truth of the Gospel and an encouragement to our faith.

Setting the Tone for Jesus (Isaiah 7:1-17, 8:1-4, 9:1-7). 1. A middle-aged, wealthy woman has a heart attack. While on the operating table she has a near death experience. She sees the angel at the gates and asks if this is it. The angel says no, she has another 30-40 years to live. She ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:1-17, Isaiah 8:1-4, Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Skip Loneliness, Find Belonging Series

Contributed by Dale Harlow on Dec 17, 2007

Christmas is a happy time for many, but it is also a lonely time for many. For those who have lost loved ones, or are just feeling empty, this sermon is for them.

The Horse Whisperer was a movie based upon the work of Monty Roberts. Monty Roberts’ secret of his horse whispering involves his getting into the corral with an untamed mustang. And when asked his secret, he said, “the animals need to be with others so much, they would rather befriend the enemy ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Trust In Immanuel Series

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Mar 13, 2022

Our Saviour is Immanuel, God with us—in the present tense. And He will be, now and always. This name can give us confidence. For if God is with us, no one can stand against us, and nothing can keep us from his love.

When Dad and Mom receive the good news that a child is on the way, there’s a few things they’ll do. Paint the baby room. Take a birthing class. And pick names. Dad and Mom might want to choose a name with a family connection, and name the little one after Grandpa or a favourite aunt. Or perhaps ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 16:5-9, Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Immanuel, God Is With Us

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 6, 2014

God telegraphs what He does well in advance if anyone will listen.

Immanuel, God is with Us Isaiah 7:1-17 Introduction As we approach the Christmas season, we start to think about Jesus coming to earth as a baby in a manger in Bethlehem. We remember the nativity stories in Matthew and Luke. We remember the words from the Apostle John, “And the Word became flesh ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:1-17, Isaiah 7:10-16, Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Proclaim: "Long Live The King!” Claim: Long Life With The King.

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 8, 2008

Epiphany reveals Jesus as a gentle yet powerful king.

“Long live the king!” Did you catch the crowning ceremony of a new king over Christmas? He’s not king over any country. He has a crown but no palace. And not even all his “subjects” recognize him as their sovereign. I’m talking about Dan Stanescu, the new self-proclaimed king of the Roma people, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 72:1-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Fix Your Eyes Upon Jesus, He Is King Of Kings

Contributed by Travis Markes on Aug 30, 2011

Following Jesus means we recognize the royal nature of the one we serve. Yes, he has saved us. Yes, he loves us and wants us in his royal family. But yes, he is King of Kings, and we owe him our very lives. There is no other appropriate response.

Fix Your Eyes upon Jesus, He is King of Kings Matthew 21:6-16 One of the more famous phrases in the New Testament involves “fixing our eyes upon Jesus.” The idea comes from a pair of passages in Hebrews. • “Let us fix our eyes upon Jesus.” (Heb. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:6-16

Denomination: Baptist

Judah's Final Kings (2 Kings 24)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 7, 2025

Who are Judah's final kings? Let's look at 2 Kings 24.

After good king Josiah, were the last 3 kings of Judah good or evil? What was the final result for the nation? Is a descendant of Judah also our king? Let’s look at 2 Kings 24. What was the legacy of evil king Jehoiakim and what were some of his sins? In his days Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Good Woman & Evil Kings (2 Kings 8)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 18, 2025

What can we learn from a good woman and evil kings? Let's look at 2 Kings 8.

Do we trust that God will provide even under evil world leaders? Let’s look at 2 Kings 8. How did the king restore a Shunammite woman’s family farm to her? Now Elisha spoke to the woman whose son he had restored to life, saying, “Arise and go with your household, and sojourn wherever you can ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Bible Kings As Our Godly Examples

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 31, 2010

The Christian is a king-priest in the making quite similar to the status of Melchizedek! Think of the implications! It is God’s priority to build royal and holy character in His people who will bring Him honor and praise. God is glorified through people o

Intro: The Christian is a king-priest in the making quite similar to the status of Melchizedek! Think of the implications! It is God’s priority to build royal and holy character in His people who will bring Him honor and praise. God is glorified through people of godly character and example. We ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:10

Denomination: *other

The Seriousness Of Hell Part 1 Series

Contributed by Donald Rapp on Oct 26, 2011

Often joked and much feared hell is a real place and a serious matter.

The Seriousness of Hell The Book of Mark Mark 9:42-50 I. Introduction: A. Our passage this morning deals with an issue that is both joked about and feared. 1. People, even some Christians treat the subject of hell very lightly. 2. It has been a subject used by many comedians and other people to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:42-50

Denomination: Baptist

Choose Life And Goodness Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 26, 2024

The way of sin vs the way of life.

Thursday after Ash Wednesday 2024 Today we begin our solemn preparation for the Pasch–the annual commemoration of the Passover of Jesus. He gave Himself freely up to an unjust death for our redemption, and left us sacraments in His assembly–His Church–for all who would believe in Him. And the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:22-25, Psalm 1:1-6, Deuteronomy 30:15-20, Deuteronomy 30:1-14, Isaiah 5:20, 1 John 2:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

The Gift Of The Son

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Dec 21, 2007

3rd in a series of unwrapping the gifts of Christmas, Jesus the greatest gift of all.

Matthew 1:18-23 “The Gift of His Son” I. The Miracle Of The Gift (18) Vs. 18 • “Mary was espoused to Joseph” o In Jewish culture there was a period of betrothal that lasted about a year. o This was before the marriage ceremony but was still legally binding. • “She was found with child of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Result Of Hope Found In The Messiah Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 10, 2025

God’s Messiah will establish God’s kingdom on Earth and it will represent Him. The promise we have is that once it is established it will never end; Isaiah is telling us how redemption is found in Christ!

Isaiah, Part 6 The Result of Hope Found in the Messiah Isaiah 9:1-7 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons! We are so glad that you’ve chosen to worship with us - Last week, we looked at the beginning of Isaiah’s ministry; his first “mission” -- God sent Isaiah & his son to encourage Ahaz ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7, John 1:4, John 8:12, John 17:11, John 17:13, 1 Corinthians 10:13, John 14:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational