Sermons on Lured:

The Long Road Home

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 17, 2020

What began as an intended temporary stay in Moab, turned into ten years of despair and suffering. Upon hearing the Lord had visited His people, Naomi made the wise decision to begin the long journey home. It would prove beneficial.

The Long Road Home Ruth 1: 19-22 We know that Naomi had left the land of Bethlehem-Judah with her husband to sojourn in the land of Moab. What began as an intended temporary stay turned into ten long years of difficulty and heartache. Now Naomi heard the Lord had visited His people in ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:19-22

Denomination: Baptist

Standing Strong

Contributed by Jeff Hatos on Aug 19, 2018

During times of hardship we need to remain strong and stand in the face of the opposition.

Standing Strong 1 Corinthians 16:13 Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong. “Unless I am convinced by the testimony of the Scriptures or by clear reason (for I do not trust either in the pope or in councils alone, since it is well known that they have often ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Raised From Death Unto Life

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 12, 2020

Peter knew the church faced much persecution in the first century. As they continued to endure adversity, he pointed them to Jesus, the Author and Finisher of our faith. Persecution might continue, but they had been raised from death unto life in Christ.

Raised from Death unto Life 1 Peter 4: 1-6 Peter set the tone for the message he sought to convey as he introduced himself to the reader. He addressed them as strangers scattered throughout the Roman provinces. This served two basic principles – 1) Peter revealed to the believers that he was aware ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Lot's Day Vs. Our Day

Contributed by Thilini Perera on Jan 3, 2021

“IT WAS THE SAME IN THE DAYS OF LOT” said Jesus in Luke chapter 17:28 teaching invaluable lessons about the latter days, popularly known as the End-times. Jesus masterfully points to the parallel conditions between the two eras, LOT’S DAY and OUR DAY.

When we dissect the BELOW text we can identify two noticeable eras paralleled in the text along with three people categories belonging to each era, namely the 1. SODOMITES, 2. LOT’S FAMILY and 3. LOT’S WIFE. It’s worth looking at the conduct and the choices made by people of each category, as they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:28-32, 2 Timothy 3:1-5

Are You Saved? Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 4, 2021

Based on Titus 2:11 - This sermon helps the hearers to understand what it means the be saved & search their own hearts to answer the question, "Are you saved?"

“ARE YOU SAVED?” Titus 2:11 FBCF – 1/3/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – New Year – new resolutions – new commitments – new challenges – new opportunities. - Steve Lawson: “A life of resolve comes with a price tag. You will be tested by the lure of the world. But you must turn a deaf ear to the crowd ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11

Denomination: Baptist

The Uplifted Christ Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 15, 2022

John 12:32 teaches us several truths about Jesus' death on the cross.

Scripture The year was 30 AD. Thousands of Jewish pilgrims had come to Jerusalem from all over the world for the upcoming Passover feast. Many Jews came to Jerusalem a week before the Passover to ceremonially cleanse themselves and also to prepare for the Passover. Word had spread among the ...read more

Scripture: John 12:32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Your Seed Will Take Care Of Your Need

Contributed by Dr. Tony Young Jr. on Mar 11, 2022

God commanded every living thing to produce after its own kind. When we take care of our seeds, our seeds will take care of our needs.

WELCOME PRAYER TEXT: Matthew 13:1-9 1 ¶ On the same day Jesus went out of the house and sat by the sea. 2 And great multitudes were gathered together to Him, so that He got into a boat and sat; and the whole multitude stood on the shore. 3 Then He spoke many things to them in parables, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Baptism Means Walking With God (January 9, 2022)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 11, 2022

Why did Jesus get Baptized if He was without sin? Jesus got baptized because He came to identify with the sinners He had come to save. In fact, it is through Baptism that sinners and the grace of God meet.

BAPTISM MEANS WALKING WITH GOD Text: Luke 3:15-17, 21-22 Luke 3:15- 17, 21 - 22 As the people were filled with expectation, and all were questioning in their hearts concerning John, whether he might be the Messiah,  (16)  John answered all of them by saying, "I baptize you with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:15-17, Luke 3:21-22

Denomination: United Methodist

The Laodicean Church Age

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 21, 2022

Many believe that we live in the Laodicean Church age. This could be true.

WHY DO MANY BELIEVE THIS COULD BE THAT CHURCH AGE? When you read Rev. 3:15-19, you can easily see why many think this is the age in which we live. For example, look at some of the things we see about this Laodicean church age. First, the Word of God reveals- (A) WHAT GOD THINKS ABOUT ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Two Travelers Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 23, 2022

Each of us travels on a journey through this life. Each day presents new challenges and choices. Each day we choose which path we will travel and those choices determine where we arrive at the end of the day.

The Two Travelers Matthew 7: 13-14 As we continue our study in the Sermon on the Mount, we come to a passage that all need to hear in our day. This is a passage that all can relate and understand. Here Jesus speaks of the way we are traveling and the course of life we are on. These are two courses ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Endure For The Gospel

Contributed by Charles Mallory on May 27, 2022

Using Jeremiah's struggle "not to quit" during a period of frustration, persecution, and exhaustion, we can learn to stand firm in adversity and allow God to empower us to keep living out and proclaiming the Gospel.

WHEN IT COMES TO OUR FAITH AND ESPECIALLY MINISTERING IN THE NAME OF JESUS CHRIST, IT STILL CAN MAKE US CRINGE, IF NOT BRISTLE INSIDE, WHEN WE HEAR OTHERS DEMAND THAT WE BE MORE TOLERANT, SENSITIVE, PROGRESSIVE AND INCLUSIVE. THE WORLD IS NO DIFFERENT TODAY THAN IT HAS BEEN FOR PAST SOCIETIES, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 20:7-9, 1 Corinthians 1:18, 2 Corinthians 4:4, 1 Corinthians 4:10-13, Matthew 5:11-12, 2 Chronicles 20:15-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Guiding Principles Of Ministry-Service And Love

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 17, 2021

Jesus honored God by always serving others and loving the kingdom of God. All of us will face tremendous pressure from within and without. Our greatest challenge will be responding in such a way that God is glorified.

Recently I watched a documentary called "The Fake Famous." It highlighted three average “Joes” who manipulate social media by purchasing followers, manipulating algorithms and other technics designed to fool people into believing they were famous and trend setters. Since ministry has gone ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17, John 13:34-35

Denomination: Methodist

Serving God In The Days Of Your Youth

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Oct 10, 2021

It is possible for any young man or woman who chooses to serve God faithfully and victoriously in our generation to do so, despite the pressures on the youth to live outside the way of God and His righteousness.

Serving God In The Days of Your Youth Study Text: Ecclesiastes 12:1, 13 - 14 Introduction: - God has made provisions for the youth to serve Him faithfully in their youthful years, provided they will be ready to make use of His provisions. - The youthful years is characterized with the ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Deborah Rises In Strength Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 15, 2022

God used Deborah who was strong. She was strong because her strength was in the Lord. The Lord can use you if you are strong in the Lord. He could use you to rebuild a broken family. He could use you to do more than you can ask or imagine.

When our difficulties arise some people might say, we have a problem. There are a few rare individuals who say, in the same situation, we have an opportunity. Deborah is one of those who say, we have an opportunity. She is one of the rare individuals who make a difference in the difficult times. ...read more

Scripture: Judges 4:1-24, Judges 5:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Samson: The Weakest Strongman (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 20, 2022

The story of Samson is a tale of 2 Samsons. In Judges 13-15 we see Samson is the strongest man in the world and full of pride. In chapter 16 he is weak blind and in shackles. Guess which Samson God used to deliver his people?

Judges 16 You know that when you buy a new car it is not going to cost the advertised price. You know there are hidden costs, right? The advertised price is not going to mention the sales tax, title registration fee, license tag, documentation fees, undercoating, warranty package, destination and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist