Sermons on Lay Along Side:

Digging Deep Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 26, 2021

If you dig deep to lay your foundation, you are wise. If you are satisfied to be shallow, you are foolish, and what you build will never hold up in the flood.

Dr. Victor Heiser, author of the one time best seller An American Doctor's Odyssey, was 16 years old when the tragic Johnstown flood struck in 1889. He was out in the barn getting a horse when he heard a dreadful roar. When he ran to the door he saw his father up at the house ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:46-49

7 Strategies To Overcome Temptation

Contributed by John Gaston on May 26, 2019

All Christians struggle with different areas of temptation. These seven strategies lay the groundwork for believers, no matter what their problems, to gain victory and hope. This will bless your congregation.

7 STRATEGIES TO OVERCOME TEMPTATION INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I heard about an elderly lady who came into a church one Sunday morning. A friendly usher greeted her and asked, “Hello Mam. Where would you like to sit?” 2. She said, “I would like to sit on the very front row.” He said, “Oh no, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13, James 1:13-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Gift Of New Tongues Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 22, 2018

To establish that the gift of speaking in tongues – was granted by the direct empowerment of the Holy Spirit - or by the “laying on of hands” by the apostles. If the gift of new tongues was part of the infant church; are they necessary today?

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Confusion with New Tongues 2. Commission of New Tongues 3. Conclusion of New Tongues Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing the theme: “The gift of new tongues.” It is important to understand the work and purpose of the “gift of new tongues” in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:8-10, Acts 11:15-17, Acts 10:44, Acts 2:1-4, 1 Corinthians 14:1-40, 1 Corinthians 12:1-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Healthy Fear Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 29, 2023

Fear of the Lord is the starting point for wisdom, laying the foundation for true knowledge and good judgment. It's about recognizing God's power and grace, not being scared of Him.

Today, we're gonna chat about wisdom. And guess what? It all starts with this thing called fear of the Lord. Now, don't freak out. It's not about being scared of God, but more about understanding how awesome and powerful He is. Imagine you're at a concert, right up front, feeling the bass thump in ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:7, Joshua 1:9

Topics: Biblical Wisdom, Divine Fear, Spiritual Understanding, Godly Reverence

The Gift Of Persecution Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 24, 2022

Persecution is the flip side of peace-making. If we live out the first 7 beatitudes, this one, the 8th, follows on their heels as surely as water flows downhill.

About 35 years ago, a Romanian pastor came to visit the church I belonged to, a nice white church in a rich western suburb of Minneapolis. He had gotten to know my pastor, who had been involved in a Bible-smuggling ministry when the Iron Curtain was still up. Pasor John asked him what he thought ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Belonging In The Father's House Series

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 14, 2022

The parable of the Prodigal Son is an amazing story, one of love, abandonment, and grace. It is the story of one man’s journey to find his ultimate fulfillment only to realize that the fulfillment was right there at home all along.

We see in this story three specific destinations: Destination 1: The Far Country (v. 13) The far country represents the world and all of its attractions. It looks so alluring with all of its big lit-up signs. “Pleasures!” “Do whatever you want!” “Follow your heart!” “Join us, we will show you a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

Introduction To Philippians Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on May 25, 2020

This message launches as expository teaching of Philippians. The history in Acts 16 is explored laying a foundation for understanding Paul's relationship with the church. Philippians 1:1-2 are then analyzed and explained.

Today we begin a brief study of the book of Philippians, entitled Joyful Living. I. PAUL'S RELATIONSHIP WITH THIS CHURCH: Began in Acts 15 while on his 2nd missionary journey. Prior to that, he and Barnabas have gone their separate ways because of the disagreement over John Mark.i Paul took ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-6, Acts 20:28

Denomination: Charismatic

Candle And Cradle, Curse And Cross

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 6, 2009

Every positive experience has its negative side. Jesus’ coming was threatening to many, and His birth foreshadows a cross. The light of Christ, however, will never be put out.

Dr. Seuss knew that every Christmas has a Grinch. Every positive experience, it would seem, has a dark side, a negative side. Every Christmas has a Grinch to steal away its joy. Maybe you are one of those people, and there are quite a few of them, who just get tired of the whole murky business ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Servant Leaders Unto Death

Contributed by William Mouser on Mar 11, 2005

James’ and John’s request to sit on either side of Christ in His kingdom leads Jesus to expound the ultimate cost of being His disciple.

Seventeen Trinity Mark 10:35-45 Servant Leaders unto Death Many years ago, when I was in seminary, I learned a valuable lesson about Bible study. I often recount this story, because it is one of the more valuable things I brought with me from those seminary years. Dr. S. Lewis Johnson told us ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Through Our God, We're Victorious

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 28, 2014

To show that GOD the LORD JESUS is on our side, our Victories and all in all He will crush down our enemies under our feet.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have enemies? You can be sure GOD will crush them down. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD the LORD JESUS is on our side, our Victories and all in all He will crush down our enemies under our feet. IV. TEXT: Psalms 108:13 (Amplified Bible) ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 108:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Joshua 3:~ Camped At The Jordan – Tomorrow They Cross Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Jun 13, 2015

Israel “lodged” camped at the swollen Jordan River because of the spring rains, they had no idea how they would pass to the other side.

SS~ #19~ Joshua 3:~ camped at the Jordan – tomorrow they cross~ 10-19-14 1  And Joshua rose early in the morning; and they removed from Shittim, and came to Jordan, he and all the children of Israel, and lodged there before they passed over. ~ Israel “lodged” camped at the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons Learned From Two Criminals

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 1, 2010

Tonight, I want to look at two people and the truths they teach us. They are the criminals that hung on the cross on each side of Jesus, the day Jesus was crucified.

Lessons learned from two Criminals Luke 23:32-43 Introduction I expect to learn things when I read the teachings of Jesus, after all, even the Jews who rejected Jesus saw Him as a Great Rabbi, a Great Teacher. I expect to learn things when I read the writings of the Apostles because these men ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

Money Matters

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Mar 15, 2011

When it comes to money, most think about getting it. Let us see the other side of money, giving it as the Scriptures teach us.

Money Matters. Do we believe that Money Matters to God? Did you realize that you will find about 800 Scriptures that deal with money in the Bible? Jesus talked about money more than He did Heaven and Hell combined. He talked about money more than anything else except the Kingdom of God. 11 of 39 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-4

Denomination: Other

God's Arsenal Of War

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Mar 24, 2022

All believers are soldiers in the battle of life. We are in spiritual war with the kingdom of darkness. God is on our side and fights for us with some awesome weapons.

TEXT: ISAIAH 29: 5-7 (NLT). “But suddenly, your ruthless enemies will be crushed like the finest of dust. Your many attackers will be driven away like chaff before the wind. Suddenly, in an instant, I, the LORD of Heaven’s Armies, will act for you with thunder and earthquake and great noise, with ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 29:5-7, Ephesians 6:12, 2 Timothy 2:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fourth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Cycle B; 4th Sunday, Year B.-- Deliverance Ministry

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 29, 2021

It’s powered by the love flowing from Christ’s wounded side on the Cross; it’s the Power-source of deliverance and healing ministry.

“He commands even the unclean spirits and they obey him.” Jesus spoke in the imperative when he said, “Quiet! Come out of him!” 1.Authority is internal—in the Greek it means "out of (one's) essence"—essential. Like Jesus, whatever we do should be a demonstration, not of external ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Catholic