Sermons on Linen Waist Band:

Elisha’s Last Sermon

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 28, 2018

Since Elisha was near death, Joash paid him a final visit. Although Joash had not been a follower of God, he still regretted losing the prophet of God, because he was his only point of contact with God in times of emergency. As he lay on his deathbed. . .

1-8-04 Title: Elisha’s Last Sermon Text: Then (Elisha) said to the king of Israel, “Put your hand on the bow.” And he put his hand on it, then Elisha laid his hands on the king’s hands. (2 Kings 13:16) Scripture Reading: 2 Kings 13:14 –19 14 Elisha had become sick with the illness of which he ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

We're At War!

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 17, 2020

A beginning of the year series focusing on our battle, ultimately leading to who we are to be in Christ.

The Armor of God Ephesians 6:10-18 January 19, 2020 When you think about it, it’s amazing to think about all of the ways in which we try to protect ourselves. We try to protect ourselves - physically, emotionally and financially. We make sure that as best as we can, nothing will harm us or our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18, Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Baptist

Isaiah Saw The Cross Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 16, 2018

A Christmas Sermon that points to the cross. The cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but it the main focus of God's message of salvation. But the cross is not a comforting symbol, so why would God use it as the symbol of our faith?

OPEN: I once read about an evening chapel service at Christian summer camp. The preacher was forcefully telling the 4th & 5th graders how Jesus had been betrayed, arrested, beaten and ultimately died on the cross. His message was so powerful, that a hushed silence fell across the young ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Deep Cries Out To Deep Series

Contributed by Louis Mare on Apr 28, 2025

You know we love the shallows—where it’s safe where we do not have to trust as much, where we can know the basics and stick to that., manageable, predictable. But God doesn’t call us to ankle-deep faith. He calls us to the deep.

So, I want to you to think back. I want to ask can you remember the first time you ever went into the ocean, you know when you get onto the sand and you see the waves, I want you think back on that day. The smell of the breeze, some of you are like man I rather want to be at the coast now. Right. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:7, Ezekiel 47:3-5, Psalm 139:14, Luke 5:4, James 1:2-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Revival That Last

Contributed by Jack Whitehead on Feb 16, 2004

This sermon teaches how to have a true revival.

Revival That Last 2nd Chronicles 7:12-14 12 And the Lord appeared to Solomon by night, and said unto him, I have chosen this place to myself for an house of sacrifice.13 If I shut up heaven that their be no rain, or if I command ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Ten Ways The Holy Spirit Equips Us For Spiritual Warfare

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 12, 2004

Ask the Lord to help you fight the good fight of faith in overcoming your sinful desires that oppose God’s purposes, plans and priorities.

Ten Ways the Holy Spirit Equips us For Spiritual Warfare (Eph. 6:10-20) Illustration: Take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day. --Ephesians 6:13 As believers in Jesus Christ, we are engaged in spiritual warfare with unseen wicked forces. To overcome our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Talk About Tongues

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jul 28, 2003

A message about the power of the tongue

6, July 2003 Dakota Community Church Talk About Tongues Introduction: Talk is cheap because the supply always exceeds the demand. One of the lessons of history is that nothing is often a good thing to do and always a clever thing to say. Talk is cheap because supply always exceeds demand, yet ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-18

Denomination: Mennonite

Prayer For The Sick

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Even though God does not heal every sick person, our prayers for the sick ought to be bold with the belief that God can and will heal.

Thesis: Even though God does not heal every sick person, our prayers for the sick ought to be bold with the belief that God can and will heal. Intro.: 1. < Begin with these ... > a. Pick up any bulletin any week--read of people with illness needing prayer. b. Sit in any Bible class/Small ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Prayer For The Sick

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Even though God does not heal every sick person, our prayers for the sick ought to be bold with the belief that God can and will heal.

Thesis: Even though God does not heal every sick person, our prayers for the sick ought to be bold with the belief that God can and will heal. Intro.: 1. < Begin with these ... > a. Pick up any bulletin any week--read of people with illness needing prayer. b. Sit in any Bible class/Small ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

The Armor Of God

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Nov 10, 2002

Some Christians do not even know that they are to be on guard from Satan and his demons.

The Armor of God HHM 11-10-02 Pastor Jim Parisi Ephesians 6 10-18 10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You On The Lord's Side?

Contributed by Maurice Brown on Mar 14, 2001

The Importance of making a definite decision to follow Christ.

Introduction A. One of the Greatest Questions in the Bible is found in Ex.32 1. Asked by Moses when he came down from the Mountain with 10 commandments. 2. What he saw angered and infuriated him! And no wonder... 3. God’s People were worshipping a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:19-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It Is Finished!

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 8, 2005

The finished work of Christ has provided all that you will ever need to secure your salvation.

It Is Finished! John 19:28-30 28 After this, Jesus knowing that all things were now accomplished, that the scripture might be fulfilled, saith, I thirst. 29 Now there was set a vessel full of vinegar: and they filled a spunge with vinegar, and put it upon hyssop, ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Radical Rejoicing Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Oct 30, 2006

This sermon tells us to rejoyce always - but there are seven aspects of 1 Thess. 5:16-22 that we need to apply to life.

Radical Rejoicing Text: “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. Do not quench the Spirit. Do not despise prophecies. Test all things; hold fast what is good. Abstain from every form of evil.” 1 Thessalonians A ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord's Supper - What Is It? Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jun 28, 2007

This sermon is a short devotion giving four statements of what The Lord’s Supper is. 1. It is a SIMPLE ACT. 2. It is a REMINDER. 3. It is a SYMBOL. 4. It is a STATEMENT OF FAITH. We take part in it after SELF-EXAMINATION.

The Lord’s Supper – What Is It? "On the 19th of November 1967, in Viet Nam, Chaplain Charlie Waters was moving with one of the companies of his Battalion when it became engaged with heavily enemy fire. As the battle raged and the casualties mounted, Chaplain Waters rushed forward to the line of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Godly Father

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jun 12, 2007

Happy Fathers Day! I want to start by saying thanks to all the dads here this morning for being men of the Word. We have many examples to look at in the Bible of Godly Fathers. This morning I want to expound on some of the character traits that a Godly Fa

INTRODUCTION • Happy Fathers Day! (Hand out items to all Fathers) • I want to start by saying thanks to all the dads here this morning for being men of the Word. • It is an honor and pleasure to have my dad here today to celebrate Father’s Day. • We have many examples to look at in the Bible of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational