Sermons on Loving One Another:

Temptation, Tension & Triumph Series

Contributed by Magaraja Prasanth on Aug 12, 2021

Jesus and His disciples walks from the upper room where they Had Lord’s supper along with the betrayer, now other disciples except Judas the Iscariot walks to the Mount of Olives and reached Gethsemane by 11 p.m.

Jesus Prays on the Mount of Olives 39 Jesus went out as usual to the Mount of Olives, and his disciples followed him. 40 On reaching the place, he said to them, “Pray that you will not fall into temptation.” 41 He withdrew about a stone’s throw beyond them, knelt down and prayed, 42 “Father, if you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46, John 18:1

The Harvest Is Plentiful

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 12, 2025

Jesus modeled how we should be sensitive to the needs of others, be moved with compassion, and see people as ready for the harvest. Rather than praying for others to do the job, we should be engaged too.

Allow me to open our message with an illustration. In his book entitled The Kingdom Focused Church, Gene Mims shares the following account: “After Marco Polo returned from the magnificent imperial court of Kublai Khan in 1926, he wrote that the mighty Khan asked him to request that the Pope send ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Believers Life Is Selfcontrolled

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 24, 2022

In the previous sermon we looked at Romans 8:1-4, and we learned some marvelous things about our new position in Christ Jesus.

We learned that while we ALL were once IN ADAM, something happened when heard of salvation in Jesus: • We recognized how dreadful our sins were, and repented of them and trusted in Christ • We were immediately justified by the blood of Christ And now we are no longer IN ADAM, but we are IN CHRIST. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

Priorities For Ministry Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 17, 2024

Acts 6:1-7 teaches us about Satan’s attack of distraction and the church’s priorities for ministry.

Introduction Christians are not immune from trials and difficulties just because they are Christians. Conversion to Christ does not cause our problems to evaporate and disappear. Part of the reason for our continuing trials is that we have an enemy, Satan, who constantly works to cause us to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Hee Haw Christian! Gloom Despair Agony On Me

Contributed by Darrell Jones on Feb 21, 2003

Too many of God’s people are living like the old Hee Haw song, "Gloom despair and agony on me Deep dark depression, excessive misery If it weren’t for bad luck, I’d have no luck at all, Gloom despair, and agony on me Four things you can do when

Four things you can do when you have tragedies,death, or disappointments. (1) You can become bitter, accuse and blame God. (A) Murmurers: Murmuring begins in the thoughts or mind. ie. thoughts of discontent, or of being mistreated by the Lord, or being misunderstood by God’s people (1Cor. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Soul Winner

Contributed by Jose Cabajar on Aug 4, 2003

Soul Winning is a God-given responsibility not to be neglected by believers.

<PRE> Soul winners are the least appreciated people among the winners of today. They are the unpopular winners the world cannot afford to give applause. Every true Christian knows the value of soul winner’s presence in the midst of lost and dying people. It’s a sad thing but true that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-31

Denomination: Baptist

The United State Of Christianity

Contributed by Troy Mason on Aug 23, 2002

A communion sermon and a call for Christians to unite and join together in the body of Christ

The United State of Christianity Acts 2:42-47 Introduction: ILLUS Lucy/Linus – We are in a spiritual war and we need to be united. I. Devotion – “they devoted themselves” A. Strong words – awe, joy, glad, sincere B. This promoted UNITY under the headship of Jesus Christ. 1. This was a unified ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Harvest Of The Earth Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 9, 2002

This is the 20th sermon in the series "The End". This sermon concerns the harvest of the earth.

Sunday Evening September 8, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: “The End” [#20] THE HARVEST OF THE EARTH Revelation 14:14-20 Introduction: 1. In chapter 14 we have been told of what is going to happen in the last 3 ½ years of the Tribulation. 2. We have studied the cup of wrath that ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

Facing Times Of Turmoil And Transition

Contributed by Dan Morrison on Sep 18, 2002

Samuel was born into a time of turmoil and transition. He did not pick or choose his circumstances. How did he fare?

Facing times of Turmoil and Transition A study in the life of Samuel Samuel was born into a time of turmoil and transition. He did not pick or choose his circumstances. How did he fare? When the dust settled and the epitaph was written we can say Samuel was an over comer. He faced these times ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

On Hold

Contributed by Chris Talton on Sep 3, 2003

There are times in our lives when not much seems to be happening. It’s easy to lose our joy. But we can maintain our joy even when it seems like we are on hold.

August 24, 2003 Esther 5 “On hold” INTRODUCTION A twelve-year old boy “resigned from delivering the San Francisco Examiner” with the following letter: “I am a carrier for the San Francisco Examiner. As provided in Section 14a of the Youth Carrier Delivery contract, I am giving the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

"What To Do When God Doesn't Move Your Mountain"

Contributed by Keith Bunch on Mar 10, 2002

Trials in our life are like mountains. Our God is a mountain moving God, but what do Christians do when God does not move their mountain?

1. There must be a Recognition of God’s Prerogative. Shadrach, Meshach & Abednego (Dan. 3) 2. We must be Resigned to God’s Purposes. -Sometimes ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Losing The Battle To Win The War

Contributed by Ryan Johnson on Jun 10, 2002

A easy alliterated outline that people remember on Monday. Story of winning life’s war

Losing the Battle to Win the War 1 Samuel 17:28-54 (sorry Illustrations are not fleshed out) Intro: David said, “I want to fight God’s War, not his own battle. We may win momentary battles in life, but lose war (success, kids, marriage) How did David win the war... 1.) RECONGIZED THE REAL ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:28-54

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

David And The Fiery Furnace

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

This sermon looks at the examples of David and the three Hebrew boys and finds four charateristics of Courage.

I. Introduction a. Christians are in need of courage today. b. Nathan Hale epitomized courage when he said, “My only regret is that I have but one life to give for my country.” c. We are all in the midst of a battle, and we need the courage to stand up for Jesus. d. We can look to a boy named ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:20-50, Daniel 3:8-18

Denomination: Baptist

How To Get Out Of The Desert

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

This sermon gives three steps to getting out of a spiritual desert.

I. Introduction a. In 874 BC Ahab became King over Israel. i. Ahab was evil. He allowed Baal Worship. b. There was a drought in the land. i. Showed that Yahweh was God and Not Baal ii. Elijah means Yahweh is my God c. Elijah was living by the brook of Cherith living on food brought by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

"With His Stripes..." By Dr. Winson Butler (Drbutler2@bellsouth.net)

Contributed by Winson Butler on Feb 28, 2005

There is no better exercise for the human heart than reaching down and lifting someone up. Jesus on the Cross is our best example. Let’s see why!

Introduction Just how much do you know about the death of Jesus? Sad as it is and true nonetheless, we think of His sacrifice once during the calendar year. Easter. In some ways, we have, with most of the real story, hidden the truth from the general public simply because we are more concerned ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:5

Denomination: Baptist