Sermons on Life Through Jesus:

Do You Love The Lord

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Nov 26, 2010

Do we love the Lord or do we just pretend

Preacher in a store say a child asking his mother for a box of tic tacks, he keep saying, “I want a tic tack, I want a tic tack, Mommy, I want a tic tack!” Finally in frustration the mom gets bin-i a box of tic tacks, the preacher said, “If she didn’t I was going to!” ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Old Faithful Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Aug 7, 2019

Are you faithful? Can God count on you? Can others depend on you? Let’s talk about faithfulness.

OLD FAITHFUL GALATIANS 5:22 INTRODUCTION; “Yellowstone National Park’s most featured attraction is a geyser named Old Faithful, which earned its name by consistently erupting like clockwork…but Old Faithful is losing its faithfulness. In the 1960’s it erupted an average of every 64 minutes. Now ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Baptist

Reflection C.7 / Does God Have A Purpose In Coronavirus? Antichrist

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on May 27, 2020

Antichrist is a mysterious figure. But scripture gives us some important pointers regarding antichrists in the past and the future antichrist.

Today we are going to look at the mysterious figure of ‘antichrist’. The word ‘antichrist’ only comes in John’s letters. However, there are other passages of scripture which seem to be about antichrist even though they don’t use the word ‘antichrist’. Historically, there have been many views ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-27

Denomination: Baptist

Repentance Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 22, 2020

God is always looking for our repentance because He loves us and desires for us to be right!

We have been noting God’s People Israel, even after being freed from slavery out of Egypt and given a land filled with milk and honey and instructed by God to be holy and not associate themselves with paganism, over and over again they kept sinning! So, because of sin, the Israelites kept getting ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Determining Your Worth

Contributed by Jason Duhon on Dec 6, 2014

Because Christmas is the time of year when churches expect the most visitors, this message is designed to be a Christmas message and an evangelistic sermon.

Your Gift To Jesus Part 1: Determining Your Worth What is it worth? That's the question before every purchase, every investment, or every effort we make. For Black Friday, people will line up outside of a store for hours, or sometimes days, before the sale begins. Why? To get their money's worth! ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:3-10

Denomination: Baptist

Dear Hyper-Charismatics

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 26, 2021

They call us holy rollers, but some need to slow their roll.

Dear Hyper-Charismatics, please scan the Word and see that in nearly six thousand years of man's existence God has never rained down gold dust, angel feathers never fell, jewels never magically appeared, orbs never appear, worshipers never clucked, barked or contorted, gold teeth never appear, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:24, Matthew 7:21-23, 2 Thessalonians 2:7-10, 2 Peter 2:1

Denomination: Baptist

The City Of God Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 15, 2024

The City of God

Psalm 87 The City of God I. HER FIRM FOUNDATION 1 His foundation is in the holy mountains. Or On the holy mount stands the city he founded; Its Provenance - His foundation - means “His founded city” Isaiah 28:16 therefore thus saith the Lord God, Behold, I lay in Zion for a ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

A Joyful Church (1 Thessalonians 2)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 27, 2024

Some churches are a joy to be around. Let's look at one such church in 1 Thessalonians 2.

Some churches are a joy to visit, from the moment you enter the door to the final farewell, the welcome, preaching and fellowship refresh the soul. Let’s look at a joyful church in 1 Thessalonians 2. Were Paul and his coworkers bold about preaching the Gospel in Thessaloniki? For you yourselves ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Engaging With The World Without Being Of The World. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 6, 2024

As Christians, we are called to share the Gospel with a world in need of salvation.

As Christians, we are called to share the Gospel with a world in need of salvation. However, to effectively communicate the message of redemption, we must first understand the context and worldview of those we seek to reach. This is where knowledge of the lost world comes in. As Christians, we are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:22, John 17:16

What Do You See?

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 4, 2024

What do you see? I see a lot of Jeremiah’s entering God's seasons. A lot of Esther’s in the secular world are being pulled into God's plan.

Moreover the word of the LORD came to me, saying, “Jeremiah, what do you see?” Jeremiah 1:11 What do you see? I see a lot of Jeremiah’s entering God's seasons. A lot of Esther’s in the secular world are being pulled into God's plan. A lot of Jonah’s are being sent to God’s Nineveh. A wave ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:11

Affirming Faith Series

Contributed by Don Campbell on Oct 23, 2025

This is the the 15th sermon in the series.

AFFIRMING FAITH PSALM 119:121-128 INTRODUCTION A. James raises the issue: What good is it, my brothers, if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can that faith save him?” (Jam 2:14). B. Testimonies of faith that are not wed to obedience are vain boasting. C. David makes six ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:121-128

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Benjamin Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 27, 2022

The narrative states that Judah (on behalf of the other brothers) begged Joseph not to enslave Benjamin and instead enslave him since the enslavement of Benjamin would break Jacob's heart. This caused Joseph to recant and reveal his identity.

tom lowe 1/27/2022 Benjamin *tom lowe 1/27/2022 Benjamin *Benjamin is Jacob's twelfth son and a full brother to Joseph. Rachel names him Benoni with her dying breath, which means "son of my misfortune" or "son of my sorrow." After her death, Jacob changes his name to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 46:21

Denomination: Baptist

What To Do Before, During, And After Church

Contributed by Dennis Clark on Feb 23, 2001

Biblical preparation for worship and service

“What to do before, during and after church ” I. What to do before church: A. Prepare your heart, 21a B. Confess your sin before God (confession is agreeing with God you are a sinner) C. Repent of your sins (repentance means to lay aside, walk away from) II. What to do during church: A. Open your ...read more

Scripture: James 1:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

Worship With Enthusiasm

Contributed by Randall Terrill on Feb 26, 2001

How do we focus our attention on God?

Worship with Enthusiasm Matthew 17:1013 Introduction: 1. What is Enthusiasm? (God in You) 2. Worship is the occupation of the heart with God Himself. 3. Every worship service should include: I. The Call to Worship: a. A call to attention b. A call to recognize God’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

"In The Hands Of The Potter..." By Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Jul 9, 2005

I heard a Pastor once say "It don’t take a genius to spot a goat in a flock of sheep." It shouldn’t take someone long to comprehend the message to Jeremiah from God as he went down to the Potter’s house either. Let see it together!

Introduction Jeremiah, The weeping prophet. What a man. What a message. What a MESS! The nation was in ruins. God wanted it turned around. Jeremiah was his man. More than once God encouraged Jeremiah with Heavenly truths from Earthly lessons. The message was simple and God reveals His truth to ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-4

Denomination: Baptist