Sermons on Lustful Desires:

The World’s Two Greatest Events (Part 2 Of 2)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 11, 2024

I feel led again today to preach on THE WORLD’S TWO GREATEST EVENTS that will take place according to the precious Word of God.

When mankind tells us something we have no guaranteed it will take place. But when God tells us something we can count on it happening. These two events are: 1. The RAPTURE OF THE CHURCH 2. The SECOND COMING OF CHRIST Last week I preached on the RAPTURE OF THE CHURCH which is one of these great ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Our Glorified Bodies (1 Of 2)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 19, 2024

In the last few weeks I have talked to you about some very exciting things that will take place for us Christians in the future.

• In the first sermon I talked to you about THE RAPTURE OF THE CHURCH. • In the second sermon I talked to you about the SECOND COMING In this sermon I want us to return back to the rapture of the church and I want to talk to you about something that is just as exciting as the RAPTURE OF THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:51-54, Philippians 3:21

Denomination: Baptist

Ransom - Mark 10:45 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jan 28, 2024

In the entire book of Mark, only one word reveals the reason for Jesus’ death: ransom.

Mark 10:41 When the ten heard about this, they became indignant with James and John. 42 Jesus called them together and said, “You know that those who are regarded as rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them. 43 Not so with you. Instead, whoever ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:45, Matthew 20:28

God Wants Everyone To Know His Great Love Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 31, 2024

God wants everyone to know: 1. How His love was given (vs. 14). 2. How His love can be received (vs. 15-16). 3. How His love can be perfected in us (vs. 17-19). 4. How to prove that His love is in us (vs. 20-21).

God Wants Everyone to Know His Great Love 1 John 4:14-21 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The First Epistle of John (Prepared January 31, 2024) MESSAGE: *The other day an old Gaither song came to mind. Part of the lyrics say, "Everybody ought to know, Everybody ought to know, Everybody ought ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

What It Means To Be Born Again

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Dec 16, 2024

This Bible study looks at what happens to the individual who has accepted Jesus as his/her Lord and Savior.

What It Means to Be Born Again (Rev. Barry Johnson and Rev. Rodney Johnson) NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians seeking to grow in their relationship ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:15-17, Genesis 1:26-28, Romans 5:12, Romans 5:18-21, John 3:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Preventing A Spiritual Firestorm Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 28, 2024

How much devastation and destruction has been wrought because believer's think nothing of listening passively to slanderous accusations against their spiritual leaders? The Apostle Paul was a victim of this as well.

Paradise, California. Lahaina, Hawaii. What comes to mind when I mention those two towns? What do they have in common? Yes, wildfire devastation. Firestorms that destroyed nearly the whole towns. I think most of us remember the terrifying and incredibly speedy devastation that each of these ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17, 1 Timothy 5:19, 2 Corinthians 12:11-21

Denomination: Bible Church

What God Did Not Reveal

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 16, 2025

This message is about being obedient to God even when we only have part of message. When God calls us to do something He does not tell us everything at once, but what we need in that moment.

What God Did Not Reveal Scripture: Luke 1:5-37; Hebrews 11:15-16; Galatians 6:9 Good morning Strangers Rest. The title of my message this morning is “What God Did Not Reveal.” This message looks at the story surrounding the birth of Christ and the faith those involved had to walk in based on what ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-37, Hebrews 11:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Zechariah (The Practical Prophet) Part 1(Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on May 30, 2025

notes from Marilyn Hickey Ministries, footnotes by biblegateway.com; based in Jerusalem, from 520-518 BC, a month after the Temple foundation was completed

A Call to Repentance (myrtle trees and 4 horns/craftsmen) 1 In the eighth month of the second year of Darius, the word of the Lord came to Zechariah the prophet, the son of Berechiah, the son of Iddo saying, 2 “The Lord was very angry with your fathers. :( 3 Therefore say to them, ‘Thus says the ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Encouragement

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jun 6, 2025

Your teenage son doesn’t complain about coming to church. He is not rebellious.

Encouragement “Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift you as wheat. But, I have prayed for you, Simon, that your faith may not fail. And when you have turned back, strengthen your brothers.” Luke 22:31 Intro: Your teenage son doesn’t complain about coming to church. He is not rebellious. You ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Fabulous Father (Father’s Day Sermon On Joshua)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jun 11, 2025

Fathers play an important leadership role in the family. Let me illustrate…

Illus: The TV show "60 Minutes" did a segment that revealed some disturbing news about elephants. The story was about some park Rangers at a South African wildlife preserve who were concerned about the slaughter of 39 rare white rhinos. It turned out that the rhinos were not killed ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Mark Part 1 (Nasb), Written 3 Years Around 30 Ad; He's Also Called John Mark Or Marcus

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jun 23, 2025

notes from Marilyn Hickey Ministries; footnotes from bibleway.com; Jesus the Servant and Sacrifice; written for Gentiles / Romans. Oxford says it's the first gospel.

Preaching of John the Baptist 1 The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. 2 As it is written in Isaiah the prophet: “Behold, I send My messenger [a]ahead of You, Who will prepare Your way; 3 The voice of one crying in the wilderness, ‘Make ready the way of the Lord, Make His ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

The Armor Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2025

God equips us with strength, armor, and prayer so we can stand firm, persevere, and find hope amid life’s battles and anxieties.

Good morning, friends. If you carried worry into this room, welcome. If your week felt like an uphill climb through fog and thorns, you’re in the right place. If your heart is tired, your prayers feel thin, and your hope seems to fade by midweek, hear this: God has not forgotten your address. He ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Topics: Armor, God, Spiritual Warfare

Being Properly Dressed PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2025

Relying on God’s strength and prayer, not our own efforts, equips us to stand firm and face life’s battles with confidence and peace.

Friends, you made it here today—some with a spring in your step, some with a sigh in your chest, and some just barely holding it together. That’s okay. God loves honest hearts. Maybe you’ve been standing in a storm: the phone call you didn’t expect, the bill you can’t pay, the diagnosis you don’t ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Topics: Armor, God

The Seven Churches: Thyatira PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2025

Jesus sees and loves His church, calls us to repent from compromise, and urges us to hold fast to Him with hope and faithfulness.

Friends, gather your hearts. The Lord of the church has written us a letter. Not a postcard from far away, but a message pressed with nail-scarred love, addressed to people He knows by name. He sees the late-night prayers and the early-morning faithfulness. He hears the sighs nobody else hears. And ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Topics: Thyatira, Church, Revelation

Be The One (Who Gives Thanks) Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Dec 2, 2019

Be the One (Who Gives Thanks) Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – December 1, 2019

Be the One (Who Gives Thanks) Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – December 1, 2019 [This message fell on the Sunday following Thanksgiving and led to a time of open giving of thanks from those in attendance.] Today… we are going to have an opportunity to share ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational