Sermons on Leather Straps:

When David Almost Became Saul

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 20, 2024

David allowed the same spirit of revenge that was on Saul to influence him into murdering all the men of Nabal’s house. God sent Abigail to save him from ruining his character. May God give us such friends! who'll save us from doing wrong!

WHEN DAVID ALMOST BECAME SAUL 1 Samuel 25:13-31 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A boy refused to take a bath. His mother insisted. He still objected. His mother asked, “Why do you think you shouldn’t?” 2. He replied, “My Sunday school teacher said we shouldn’t do anything in private we wouldn’t do ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 25:13-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"The Most Difficult Challenges Of Leadership"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 17, 2002

The challenge chapter! This entire chapter is to show us that the transition from laymen to leader is no easy venture. While all of the specifics of his experiences are not recorded, the point that is being made is that he had to face a great deal in hi

“THE MOST DIFFICULT CHALLENGES OF LEADERSHIP” (The Leader’s Challenges) 2 SAMUEL 8:1-18 The challenge chapter! This entire chapter is to show us that the transition from laymen to leader is no easy venture. While all of the specifics of his experiences are not recorded, the point that is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 8:1-18

Right Where You Belong Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Feb 17, 2003

Can a preson be a Christian apart from the Church?

"RIGHT WHERE YOU BELONG" Ephesians 2:19-22 (19)"Consequently you are no longer foreigners and aliens, but fellow citizens with God’s people and members of God’s household, (20) built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus Himself as the chief cornerstone. (21) In Him the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22, 1 Corinthians 12:14-27

Denomination: Church Of God

Christingle: Jesus Is The Light Of The World

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 23, 2007

A short but challenging all-age talk using a giant home-made ’Christingle’ (an orange with a red ribbon wrapped around, four sticks with fruit & sweets on & a white candle - all symbolism). God loves the world and sent Jesus as the Light of the World.

In November I spent two weeks in Rwanda; a small country in Africa. It is a most beautiful country. There are countless rolling green hills, many of them filled with banana trees. Fields are teeming with rice plantations and there are rows and rows of tea plants. Lake Kivu in the North is stunning. ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Anglican

The Secret Behind Whirlwind Ministries

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 31, 2024

Let’s look at Paul’s two options, and consider how they might be relevant to each of us.

Fifth Sunday in Course 2024 Today we are offered the scriptural view of two preachers of the gospel. First we hear St. Paul, writing to his unique community in sin-city, Corinth, telling them what his reward for his service to the Church is. Then we hear about Jesus, early in His divine ministry ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:11, Psalm 147:1-6, 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 1 Corinthians 9:22-23, Mark 1:29-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

The Call Of Jesus

Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006

Jesus calls and we must follow, but when we do He promises to transform our lives and to use us for His glory and honor.

The Call of Jesus Matthew 4:18-22 Today is President Lincoln’s birthday, and in his honor I’d like to begin with an imaginary story. There once was a man who thought that it was a shame that instead of celebrating Lincoln’s birthday like we used to, we now just celebrate the generic President’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Holiness

The Cross Of Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Hall on Sep 4, 2016

The crucifixion

THE CROSS OF CHRIST Luke 23:32 There were also two others, criminals, led with Him to be put to death. 33 And when they had come to the place called Calvary, there they crucified Him, and the criminals, one on the right hand and the other on the left. NKJV 1 Corinthians 1:18 For the message of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

On To Corinth (2022) Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 16, 2022

“On to Corinth” Acts chapter 18 verses 1-17 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: BACKGROUND: • (a). The City was Cosmopolitan: • (b). The City was Commercial. • (c). The City was Corrupt. FOUR SNAPSHOTS: • Photo #1: the tentmaker (vs 1-3). • Photo #2: the watchman (vs 4-6). • Photo #3: the evangelist (vs 7-10). • Photo #4: the builder (11-17) SERMON ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-17

Denomination: Brethren

So, What's Wrong With Avis?

Contributed by John Beehler on Jan 10, 2003

There’s nothing wrong with being #2 as long Jesus is #1.

So, What’s Wrong With Avis? To say John the Baptist was unique would be an understatement. He had taken a Nazirite vow. Now a Nazirite vow contained 3 main conditions: refrain from wine and other intoxicants, not allow a razor to touch one’s hair, and not go near a dead body -–not ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Touch Of Jesus Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Mar 10, 2003

This is the first message of my Lenten series on Jesus. This message is about the transforming power of the touch of Jesus.

The Touch of Jesus John 9:1-12 March 9, 2003 Jesus: Up Close and Personal Introduction It was 1818 in France, and Louis, a boy of 9, was sitting in his father’s workshop. The father was a harness-maker and the boy loved to watch his father work the leather. "Someday Father," said Louis, "I want to ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-12

Denomination: Church Of God

The Gospel Gun

Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on Jul 15, 2005

How many know that there is a battle going on between good and evil. There is an old saying that “there’s no better offence than a good defense” Along those same lines Paul tells us there’s no better offence against evil than the defense of the “whole

THE GOSPEL GUN Eph. 6: 10-18 Intro: How many know that there is a battle going on between good and evil. There is an old saying that “there’s no better offence than a good defense” Along those same lines Paul tells us there’s no better offence against evil than the defense of the “whole armor ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Night Caller

Contributed by Robert Baldwin on Jul 25, 2004

Nicodemus Visits Jesus at night

The Night Caller John 3:1-16 Intro. It was late at night a knock on the door. We do not know why Jesus was alone, this was during the time of his great popularity we would have thought that some of his friends might be with him, they may have gone for food or most likely he had sent them out ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

To Be Somebody, Be A Nobody

Contributed by Cesar Verdeflor on Apr 9, 2007

The most important person always sits at the most conspicuous spot visible to everyone in the room. In a wedding celebration, the groom and the bride would be the most important people . . .seated next to the couple would be the next most important people

The most important person always sits at the most conspicuous spot visible to everyone in the room. In a wedding celebration, the groom and the bride would be the most important people and they would be seated right in the center of the presidential table (or long table). All eyes are on them ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-44

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Warfare: A Winnable War, Pt. 2

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Oct 11, 2008

If you are a Christian you also are in a battle everyday! And upon this battle depends your joy, overcoming sin, happiness in your marriage, and the well being of your children!

Ephesians 6:13-17 If you are a Christian you also are in a battle everyday! And upon this battle depends your joy, overcoming sin, happiness in your marriage, and the well being of your children! The problem: most Christians don’t realize this is a fact of life and too many of us are asleep in the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Preparation For Christmas

Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 15, 2003

Before Jesus was presented as the Messiah John the Baptist issued a call to preparation.

Preparation for Christmas Mark 1: 1-8 The title of today’s message is “Preparation for Christmas.” This probably suggests to you; going to the attic and bringing down all the decorations, putting up the tree and all the lights, purchasing the gifts, doing ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist