Sermons on Leanness Of Soul:

Paul And Universalism Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Nov 2, 2015

Surely if there is a shred of evidence for the doctrine of universalism, it can be found in Paul. Good luck with that...

PAUL and UNIVERSALISM 14. Paul and Isaiah With Paul we come to one who is used by both sides of the Universalism controversy for support. My sense is that the proof inclusivists have found is no proof at all. We begin with Paul's activities in the book of Acts. Acts 13:47-48. It was in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:47-48

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Are You A Bucket Or A Hose? - Genesis 12:1-9 Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Jul 24, 2021

God wants to bless you. How many of you are already blessed?

God wants to bless you. How many of you are already blessed? Alright. So you already experienced the blessing of God. God wants to bless you more. The word ‘blessing’ is this idea of gift. God wants to give you gifts. He wants to bless you with these gifts. When we say bless the Lord, O my soul, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Humbled & Exalted Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 6, 2021

1) Humility in Ourselves (1Peter 5:5-8), 2) Humility before Threats (1Peter 5:8-9), 3) Humility before God (1Peter 5:10-11), and finally 4) Humility towards Others (1Peter 5:12-14).

1Peter 5:5-14. Likewise, you who are younger, be subject to the elders. Clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another, for "God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble." [6] Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-14

Denomination: Other

January 6, 2021: The Attack Upon Democracy's Citadel

Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jan 13, 2021

How do we explain unrest in America? The answer was given years ago on May 30, 1804, by Samuel Kendall, a preacher addressing the Massachusetts Legislature. Herein is reprinted that important sermon, largely in its entirety.

On January 6, 2021, the world witnessed the shameful spectacle of thousands of Americans storming their capitol building in an attempt to disrupt the proceedings of Congress. Many of these persons carried American flags and some displayed Christian testimonies, all convinced, apparently, of the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:46-47

Denomination: United Methodist

The Character Of A Healthy Church Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 23, 2021

The distinguishing marks of a Healthy Church regarding 1) Older Men (Titus 2:2), 2) Older Women (Titus 2:3–4a), 3) Young Women (Titus 2:4b–5), and 4) Young Men (Titus 2:6–8).

Titus 2:1-8. But as for you, teach what accords with sound doctrine. 2 Older men are to be sober-minded, dignified, self-controlled, sound in faith, in love, and in steadfastness. 3 Older women likewise are to be reverent in behavior, not slanderers or slaves to much wine. They are to teach what is ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-8

Denomination: Other

Hath, He Quickened You? Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jan 15, 2022

To establish that God hath quickened us together with Christ, when dead in our trespasses and sins: having forgiven us, who being rich in mercy and love towards us: by grace, we were saved.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Hath, He Quickened You? Introductory Remarks. 1. In our lesson today, we will discuss the theme: Hath, He Quickened You? The word "quickened" means to be made alive. This quickening occurred when you were dead in your trespasses and sins with Christ. It was then ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-10, Romans 6:1-7, Colossians 2:11-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Moses Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 10, 2024

Overcoming fear and allowing our faith to supersede fear opens the door to see the finger of God at work around us. Growing our faith will enable us to see the glory of God in a godless society!

Sermon: Moses’ part 2 Thesis part 1: Moses saw the invisible God and it empowered him to persevere through anything and He heard God say, “What is in your hand?” He looked at the staff in his hand and God used that staff to deliver the people of Israel from slavery and bondage! God used that staff ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:23-29, Exodus 4:2, Exodus 19:16-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Bible And Jesus - His Teachings Pt 3 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 13, 2022

Jesus most taught about subject from all His sermons Is on The Kingdom of Heaven or God In Scripture. Yet few preachers spend time focusing on this very Important topic Jesus covered it over and over.

Video Transition: Stories of the Kingdom The Bible and Jesus Thesis: The Story of God as revealed in the Bible points to Jesus as the main character of the story of the Bible and the hero of the world. Yes, Jesus is the main hero (Savior) of the Bible! Since Jesus is the central figure of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:33-59, Mark 1:15, Matthew 10:39, Psalm 145:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Is Keeping Score? Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 4, 2026

The fact of the matter is “Life is unfair” and we have to learn to accept that it is! We need to quit spending valuable energy trying to change something that will not change in this sin filled world. We must learn to expect it and be willing to push through unfair situations with God’s assistance.

Theme: Time Management Introduction to Theme: Benjamin Franklin said, “Do you love life? Then do not squander time, for that’s the stuff that life is made of.” The world we live in knows the importance of Time Management but where they miss the mark is on what they prioritize - which usually is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16, Matthew 19:27, Romans 9:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fuerza Para Todas Las Ocasiones Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jan 19, 2025

En tiempos difíciles, los seguidores de Cristo tienen la seguridad de contar con la fortaleza y los recursos que necesiten. Los creyentes pueden vivir en paz y contentos cuando conocen las dos garantías de Filipenses 4:13 y 19.

Nuestro texto de hoy nos brinda una base segura para el optimismo. Los cristianos deberíamos ser las personas más optimistas sobre la faz de la tierra. No me refiero a una evasión de los desafíos como la de Polly Anna, sino a una confianza profunda en que nada puede suceder que ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7, Proverbs 10:28-29, Ephesians 2:6-7, 2 Corinthians 8:9, Genesis 22:14, Joshua 14:6-15, 1 Corinthians 15:10, Numbers 14:1-10, John 15:1-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Remedy For Weak Flesh - Mark 14:27-42 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on May 9, 2024

Jesus said the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak. Does that mean we’re doomed to failure because of weak flesh? No. Jesus gave us a remedy.

Mark 14:27 "You will all fall away," Jesus told them, "for it is written: " 'I will strike the shep-herd, and the sheep will be scattered.' 28 But after I have risen, I will go ahead of you into Galilee." 29 Peter declared, "Even if all fall away, I will ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:27-42, Matthew 26:31-46, Luke 22:31-46, John 13:36-38

The Ark Of The Covenant And Samuel Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 14, 2024

God’s presence comes from doing God’s work and staying away from sin – God’s blessing comes from doing our God given jobs well and maintaining a pure heart before God – failing to do our God given jobs and living in sin leads to the departure of God’s presence.

Topic: Never Seen Before in 2024 Thesis: We are looking to see things we have never seen before in 2024. Summary of last week’s message: • Samuel responds to the call of God while Eli never bothered to get out of bed. • Samuel obeyed God! • Samuel becomes God’s Prophet and Eli experiences a fall ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 111:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Enough!

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 17, 2023

If it seems as if the world is falling apart before our eyes, perhaps it is because the world is falling apart before our eyes. How, then, shall Christians live in the midst of a world sliding toward divine judgement?

“‘Hear this word, you cows of Bashan, who are on the mountain of Samaria, who oppress the poor, who crush the needy, who say to your husbands, ‘Bring, that we may drink!’ The Lord GOD has sworn by his holiness that, behold, the days are coming upon you, when they shall take you away with ...read more

Scripture: Amos 4:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Did The Catholic Church Give Us The Bible + Doctrine? - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 23, 2024

Peter the Little Rock, Royal Priesthood, Binding and Loosing, Paradise Vs Purgatory, Veneration, Prayer to the Saints, Salvation by Grace Vs Works, Justification, Infant Baptism, Age of Reason/Accountability, Communion, Transubstantiation

PART 2 NAME CHANGES There are many times in the Bible when a person's name is changed or a nickname is given. Peter was one of them, and so was Lucifer, whose name was changed to satan (= Adversary). Not all these names came from God, but all name changes marked a transformation in the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:12-15, John 6:53-58, 1 Corinthians 11:24-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Hate These Things- God! Malachi Pt. 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 18, 2005

The Lord tells his people that he hates the following 4 things: Leaders who mislead His people, people who break the faith, divorce and violence.

Malachi Pt 2 “I hate these things!” God Thesis: The Lord tells his people that he hates the following 4 things: Leaders who mislead His people, people who break the faith, divorce and violence. Opening Thoughts about our text today: He hates that Levi and its priests have not honored His word and ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational