Sermons on Lesson:

Why Should I Bother Joining A Church?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 10, 2021

The message explores biblical reasons for open union with a local congregation.

“It is actually reported that there is sexual immorality among you, and of a kind that is not tolerated even among pagans, for a man has his father’s wife. And you are arrogant! Ought you not rather to mourn? Let him who has done this be removed from among you. “For though absent in body, I am ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Prophet [*] Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 2, 2021

Jesus is the Prophet of whom Moses spoke. His first advent set in motion the fulfilment of God's redemption of sinful man.

“The LORD your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among you, from your brothers—it is to him you shall listen—just as you desired of the LORD your God at Horeb on the day of the assembly, when you said, ‘Let me not hear again the voice of the LORD my God or see this great fire any ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

To The Church Of The Namby Pamby

Contributed by Jeremy Long on Jul 19, 2025

If John could have seen the Church today when writing the Revelation, I think he wouldn't have been quite so biblically polite in the Letter he would send to it.

To the Church of the Namby-Pamby I’ve been somewhat bothered with something lately and can’t seem to get it off of my mind. A feeling that God is pushing us to get things sorted quickly because His return is VERY SOON. Anyone else felt this? Felt the urgency of the church’s mission? Felt like ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: *other

Talking About Jesus

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 19, 2025

Jesus is our example of how to face opposition and temptation.

“After this Jesus went about in Galilee. He would not go about in Judea, because the Jews were seeking to kill him. Now the Jews’ Feast of Booths was at hand. So his brothers said to him, ‘Leave here and go to Judea, that your disciples also may see the works you are doing. For no one works in ...read more

Scripture: John 7:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Abundant Grace Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 8, 2022

This sermon explores the concept of God's abundant grace as seen through the conversion of the Ethiopian by Philip and how God continues to pour out His grace to those who put their faith in Jesus Christ.

As most of you know, we have been going through a 30-35-week series called The Story. We are getting close to the end of the story. We have been most recently going through the New Testament portion of the story called the book of Acts. As I mentioned a couple times, the book of Acts is a long ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40, Deuteronomy 23:1, Isaiah 56:1-5

Denomination: Christian Church

Spiritual Adulting Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Jul 27, 2022

There is a principle in life about separation. It's a principle that says that our identity is not found in participation in the world's activities.

I talked with a man this week. He's thirty-nine years old. His name is Reggie. He works at ShopRite. So you might see him there. Should you come in contact with him, you can greet him as I did. We were talking about life. Reggie now at thirty-nine years old is getting his life together, so to ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 10:28-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Truth Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 28, 2022

This sermon addresses Jesus' words to the Pharisees regarding truth and how it applies to believers today.

Did anybody happen to see the news story about the 11-year-old boy from MN who was given the opportunity to win $50,000 if he could hit a hockey puck through a 3.5-inch hole? Did anybody hear about that? The good news is that the young man made the shot. He nailed it from 89 feet. The bad ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:14, John 8:42-59, Proverbs 14:12, 1 John 5:10

Denomination: Christian Church

Opportunity Or Debate? Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 29, 2022

The focus of this sermon is on the healing of the blind man by Jesus and the debate that surrounded it. It is also a reminder to believers that when it comes to ministry action is more important than debate.

Good morning. If you have your Bibles, why don’t you open up to the gospel of John 9:1. If you have been here for a while, you know we have been going through the book of John. We have been looking at the miracles and ministry of Jesus Christ. We just finished off chapter 8 which involved a ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-12, Proverbs 4:18

Denomination: Christian Church

The Peter Principles Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 9, 2022

This sermon focuses on the rise, fall, and restoration of Peter, and three key principles we can glean from it.

How many of you have heard about or read the book “The Peter Principle”? The basic premise is quite simple. It is the idea that in a work place environment, given enough time and enough promotions, people will rise to their level of incompetency. Basically, they will get to a place where their ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-25, 1 John 1:8-9

Denomination: Christian Church

Riches Without Understanding Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 15, 2022

The focus of this sermon is on the idea that accumulating riches and fame on this earth has no lasting value while accumulating treasures in heaven has value in both this life and the life to come.

Good morning. If you have your Bibles with you, please open up to Psalm 49:1. While you are looking that Psalm up, I have a music trivia question. Does anybody like country music? A lot of people. Has anybody ever heard of the country group called The Gatlin Brothers? More than I thought. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 49:1-20

Denomination: Christian Church

A Godly Mom In Desperate Times

Contributed by Steve Malone on May 4, 2021

Hannah provides a powerful example of being a mom in desperate times... and every mom experiences times of desperation.

A Godly Mom In Desperate Times MothersDay2019 VIDEO – socialmedia moms WELL – today is Mother’s Day, happy Mother’s day to all the moms that are out there! QUESTION – does anyone out there think that moms are awesome – amazing – incredible – wonderful - special? Moms, please come up front… ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Debt And The Conscientious Christian

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 28, 2023

The sensitive subject of indebtedness is addressed in the message, pointing to the universal debt that rests upon each Christian.

“Owe no one anything, except to love each other, for the one who loves another has fulfilled the law.” [1] Living beyond one’s means has become de rigueur in the contemporary world. It is virtually impossible to imagine the average family in this day living within their means—living without ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8

Denomination: Baptist

Ordering Her Priorities

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 8, 2023

Making the Lord your priority leads to His blessing.

“The word of the LORD came to [Elijah], ‘Arise, go to Zarephath, which belongs to Sidon, and dwell there. Behold, I have commanded a widow there to feed you.’ So, he arose and went to Zarephath. And when he came to the gate of the city, behold, a widow was there gathering sticks. And he called ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

Breakthrough Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 19, 2023

Christians who want a breakthrough – who desire freedom need to realize whether they are being led around by their soul (their fleshly desires) or by their spirit (The desires of Jesus).

Opening video: Exodus – Bondage to Freedom Series: Mens Seminar Watershed! Thesis: We are in a cosmic war and for the most part that war is within – in our minds – with our spirit and with our flesh (the soulish realm). The truth is our spirit, or our fleshly appetites and mindsets dictate how we ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-5, Romans 12:1-2, Hebrews 4:12-13, Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trust Part 3 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 25, 2023

Everything in relationships rises and falls on trust! Do you believe that? Many authors and the Bible say it is a true statement!

Video Transition: Can God trust you? Sermon: Trust pt 3 Thesis: Everything in relationships rises and falls on trust! Do you believe that? Many authors and the Bible say it is a true statement! Trust is essential component to build and to experience if we desire to live “The Abundant life” in ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational