Sermons on Lot At The Gate:

The Passions Of Christ Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Oct 29, 2020

When you uncover the things that people are passionate about… and see the things that they ‘willingly’ give their – time, energy, resources and efforts too, you will learn a lot about that person. Same is true of Jesus.

The PassionS Of Christ I Want To Know Christ!!! – week three THIS MORNING – I want to start off our time together by reading a several New Testament passages that are basically doxologies… NOW - the word doxology comes from a combination of the two Greek words, doxa meaning glory, honor or ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-18, John 2:14-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Road To Emmaus Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Mar 18, 2021

There seemed to be a lot more drama surrounding the death of Jesus – earthquakes, curtains being torn at the Temple, darkness covered the earth. The resurrection was done quietly without any witnesses to the actual moment of resurrection.

Easter 2021 The Road to Emmaus There seemed to be a lot more drama surrounding the death of Jesus – earthquakes, curtains being torn at the Temple, darkness covered the earth. The resurrection was done quietly without any witnesses to the actual moment of resurrection. Death can be dramatic, but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-32, Luke 24:33-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Oct 30, 2021

God forgives us our sins, and He commands us to always forgive those that offend us in any way of the other. When we do, we have a lot of blessings to enjoy.

THE POWER OF FORGIVENESS Study Text: Matthew 6:12 - 15 Introduction: - It is impossible as human beings to avoid offending others and being offended by others, when we are still alive. And, while we do not have the ability to control how others feel or act when offended, we do have free will over ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

When God Says "No”!

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 16, 2022

One of the many things we take for granted each day is our God-given ability to be able to communicate with each other. But sometimes the words we use get us in a lot of trouble.

Illus: This reminds us of the young male clerk who was working at a department store's fabric counter. A very pretty girl said to the young male clerk, "I want to buy this material for a new dress. How much will this fabric cost?" He smilingly said, "Only a kiss a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Defeat Of Depression

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 19, 2015

Let's talk about the lot, the lamenting and the Lord of the depressed (Material adapted from Bill Kirk at: https://billkirk.files.wordpress.com/2015/06/victory-over-depression.pdf)

HoHum: Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that's related to changes in seasons — SAD begins and ends at about the same times every year. SAD starts in the fall (right now) and continues into the winter months. Know of one woman who has dementia that suffers from ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 102:1-27, Psalm 102:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Judging Character

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Mar 26, 2017

We put a lot of priority into the way we look, but God sees on the inside. God values character over appearance, and can rightly help us do the same as we trust him.

1 Samuel 16:6-13 Judging Character In our western society, we truly value outward appearances. People in America spend thousands and thousands of dollars on face lifts, behind lifts, and everything in between. Don Knotts, the actor who played Barney Fife on the Andy Griffith Show, once said, “What ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:6-13, 1 Chronicles 28:9

Denomination: Baptist

Doctrine Of "God" Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Jul 2, 2012

There are a lot of things that are preached and taught today that are not taught in the Bible, therefore they are man made and much of the time "denominational doctrines or teachings", let me say that if what is being preached or taught is not from th

#1~ GOD BIBLE DOCTRINE 6-9-12 Today Lord willing we'll begin a new study, by Gods grace and help we're going to talk about various Bible doctrines, "Bible doctrine" means "Bible teaching". There are a lot of things that are preached and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Dad In The Mirror

Contributed by Larry Turner on Jun 18, 2015

It seems dads get beat up a lot for failing to be the perfect father. We forget that dads are fallen men like all others. This message is designed to encourage dads and others in their daily walk.

The kids wanted a hamster really bad. They pleaded with their mom, making all kind of promises. One promise was to care for the hamster. Finally, mom agreed and got them a hamster. They named him “Danny.” Within two months, Mom had the responsibility of Danny’s care. Despite her ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1, Mark 12:31, Proverbs 18:21, James 3:10, Romans 4:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Valuable Lessons From Geese

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 31, 2022

We can learn from many things in life. I am satisfied that God put a lot of things on earth just to teach us some of the valuable lessons we need to learn.

Illus: Dr. Odell Belger’s wife is a cat lover. They have a big beautiful white cat that has taught them a lot of things about cats. • Thousands of years ago, cats were worshipped as gods; cats have never forgotten this • In a cat's eye, all things belong to cats • Every cat owner knows, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Loves The Church

Contributed by David Scudder on Sep 13, 2010

I have met a lot of people who tell me that they believe in God, but they don't believe in organized religion. In other words, they don't care about going to church. Why does Christ love the church, or in our case, why does Christ love Bethel?

Purpose: To describe Christ's intimate connection with the local church. Aim: I want the listener to have an exalted view of the church. INTRODUCTION: I have met a lot of people who tell me that they believe in God, but they don't believe in organized religion. In other words, they don't care ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Esther: Maximizing Ministry Potential Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 26, 2003

One of the most exciting stings in all of literature is found in a true story that has been preserved for us in the Bible. It contains some romance and a lot of action and has a plot that contains more twists than a treacherous mountain road. If you’re

Esther: Maximizing Ministry Potential Beth and I enjoy watching movies but we don’t always like the same kind. She usually prefers the love stories while I go for the action-oriented ones. On rare occasions, we find a movie that has both romance and action. Actually, even though I often make a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Journey To Melchizedek Series

Contributed by David Mcbeath on Oct 20, 2011

The story of Abram and the rescue of Lot. Mountiantop faith: 1. A deep love and commitment to others. 2. A deep love and commitment to God and the people of the place where God has called you. Both bring righteousness and peace to the world. Righteousness

INTRODUCTION (ACTING AND VOLUNTEERS) Today our series called The Journey comes to an end. I hope leaning about Abram’s journey to become a man of faith has been helpful to you. We end this series on a high note. Abram is worshiping God in the mountains of Israel at Bethel (which is Hebrew for ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Compromise

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 14, 2013

Psalm 1 teaches us that abundance of joy is the result of uncompromising purity and a righteous walk with God.

COMPROMISE Psalm 1 THEME: Abundance of joy is the result of uncompromising purity of a righteous walk with God. INTRO: What do you think of when you hear the word: compromise? Is compromise bad? Is it always bad? Well, if two porcupines, want to snuggle, a little compromise here and there ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

A Great Door Is Open

Contributed by Toby Powers on Apr 15, 2011

God knows how to open the door of opportunity to us to do his work. And though there are many that oppose his work, none can impede it. Even the gates of hell cannot prevail against it! I Cor 16:9, "For a great door and effectual is opened unto me, and th

Pastor Toby Powers, Truth Baptist Church, Bremen, GA. www.trumpetoftruthonline.org I Corinthians 16:9 "For a great door and effectual is opened unto me, and there are many adversaries." KJV A GREAT DOOR IS OPEN I Corinthians 16:9 Intro: Paul, writing to the Corinthians from Ephesus on his third ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:9

Denomination: Baptist

Sodom Would Have Repented

Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Jul 14, 2014

We are living at the time of the end. History repeats itself. Sodom would have repented if they had what we have today or see what we are seeing.

SODOM WOULD HAVE REPENTED Friend, you are welcome to THE TRUMPETER. Remember, it’s a moment we are sharing the UNDILUTED word of God, preparing the saints for the second coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. We sincerely thank God for the people that have been following this preaching of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:21-23

Denomination: Anglican