Sermons on Macro Benefits Of Persecution:

God Is Unselfish Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 20, 2017

William Gladstone said, "Selfishness is the greatest curse of the human race." Think about it; if everyone just looked out for #1 then no one would be satisfied; including #1. I can gain a lot by being selfish...except what's truly important.

GOD IS UNSELFISH William Gladstone said, "Selfishness is the greatest curse of the human race." If you think about that there's much truth in it. If everyone just looked out for #1 then no one would be satisfied; including #1. There's a lot to be gained by being selfish except what matters most. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21, Matthew 20:17-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Give It Away Now Series

Contributed by Caleb Anderson on Nov 7, 2016

What happens when you’re successful? It might look differently you imagined… but let’s expect that you’re efforts will have an impact for good in the world… or at least in one person’s world. That’s called success.

What’s easier to deal with success or failure? no one likes failure, but success is more dangerous 52 days Nehemiah is wildly successful What happens when you’re successful? It might look differently you imagined… but let’s expect that you’re efforts will have an ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 5:14-18

Denomination: *other

#1 I Found It! Eureka!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 5, 2014

We must quit expecting the worse. God has a plan and a purpose... We must walk in His plan and find joy.

#1 EUREKA... I HAVE FOUND IT... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. INTRODUCTION: I KNOW FOR A CERTAINY THAT MOST OF MY LIFE UNCERTAINITIES WILL BE PART OF MY JOURNEY. WHAT WILL WE DO WHEN WE RECEIVE BAD NEWS... ??? HOW WILL YOU LOOK AT THE FUTURE WHEN THE FUTURE APPEARS TO BE ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:18-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Help! I Can't Pray Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 19, 2021

Paul knew what he was saying when he said we know not how to pray as we ought. We can't depend upon prayer. We need to depend upon God. Prayer is not the answer, but God is. Prayer can even be a danger to the best in life.

One of the perplexing of all life's paradoxes is the fact that God often answers our prayers by refusing to answer our prayers. One of the greatest examples of this in history is that of Monica praying for her son Augustine. All night in a sea side chapel on the North African coast she pleaded ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27

The Surety Of The Truth

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 25, 2022

False teachers will attempt to mess up the truth about Christ. Their primary goal is to deceive. God's word, however, declares who Christ is and what He has done. We can know the truth!

We've been involved in a series of messages concerning what we can be sure of. We have found so far that we can be sure of God's forgiveness if we ask. And we can be sure of a relationship with God if we walk daily with Him. Today I want to take it one step further. Can we be sure of ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, 1 John 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

We Have A Lawyer Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 26, 2021

Jesus was a carpenter for a few years on earth, but ever since His ascension He has been the believers lawyer in the court of heaven,

Two men were looking at the epitaph on a tombstone which read, "Here lies an honest man and a good lawyer." One looked at the other and said, "I wonder why they put two men in the same grave?" Lawyers have not gained the best reputation for being honest men. One doctor asked ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1

Relaxation Commanded Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 6, 2021

The guy who says the devil never takes a vacation and so why should I, is not being super spiritual, for that is the angelic fallacy. Satan doesn't need a vacation, but we do, for we have the limitations of flesh.

A young boy was visiting his uncle on a Sunday when a new neighbor knocked at the door. When he answered it, and learned that he wanted to borrow the lawn mower, he conveyed the message to his uncle. The uncle said, "If he mows his lawn on the Sabbath he'll be breaking the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Evangelism 101 - Part 4 Series

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Dec 14, 2020

In our text today we will discover one of the ways the Lord chooses who is to be a part of His church...

Most of us have gone to the supermarket and bought apples but few of us have ever thought about what goes on behind the scenes in bringing the apples to market. Today while many apple growers still hand-sort their produce, many companies are going “hi tech.” Hundreds of pounds of apples are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Become A Saint? Series

Contributed by Peter Kelly on Aug 25, 2021

Series #2 in the series. The fact that God no longer sees a Christian as a sinner ought to turn us tuward what sainthood means.

I. Introduction A. Review Paul’s introduction -Last week we looked at the first part of Paul’s introduction to the church at Corinth. -Even though the letter contains several areas of chastisement, or correction, Paul begins by encouraging the church at Corinth. -He reminds them ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:4-9

Eternal Life Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 26, 2021

We can’t even compare what we know and see here to what God had prepared for us. And the greatest feature of our home in heaven is that we will be in the presence of Almighty God.

Location, location, location. If you’ve ever had to search for a new home, you have probably heard the real estate agent use those words. It’s all about location, location, location. The internet is flooded with lists to help us decide the best places to live, the most affordable places to live, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-8, Revelation 22:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed To Bless Others Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Feb 27, 2023

That Jesus could feed such a large crowd from such meager means is a reminder of his power and the possibility of abundance that is available to all who put their faith in him, even in the face of apparent scarcity

Blessed to bless others Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel, February 27, 2023 Matthew 14:19 "And He directed the crowds to sit down on the grass. Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, he spoke a blessing. Then He broke the loaves and gave them to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Different Gifts - All Useful

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on May 4, 2022

The greatest gift we can receive is the gift of salvation. But God's gift giving does not end there. God provides us with gifts that enhance our lives and build up the body of Christ, the church.

Alba 5-1-2022 DIFFERENT GIFTS – ALL USEFUL Romans 12:3-8 In December of 2004, Dave Barry, a columnist for the Washington Post, wrote his comments about the typical male in the first week of December. He wrote, “Your standard man, at this point in the Christmas season, has purchased zero gifts. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Elevate To The Next Level: "Living In Thankfulness”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Nov 16, 2025

As I was going through this study on how to live thankfully, I realized that living thankfully elevates our relationship with God and with others. It takes it to the next level. In other words, as disciples of Jesus Christ, this is next-level stuff.

Elevate to the Next Level “Living in Thankfulness” Watch on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Gn1kpICHtk Knowing that Thanksgiving is just a week away, I thought it was appropriate to look at our series on elevating discipleship to the next level by talking about our need to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:19-20, Hebrews 12:28, Philippians 4:4, Psalm 118:1, Romans 1:8, 1 Thessalonians 5:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

What Were The Dominant Doctrines Taught By The First And Second Century Church Fathers?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jul 23, 2025

An insightful look at what the earliest Church Fathers believed and taught

It is commonly believed with supporting documents that the Coptic Church of Egypt is the oldest established organized church in the world, dating back to sometime between AD 42 and 50. According to Eusebius of Caesarea, as well as Coptic traditions, the Apostle Mark is said to have been the founder ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Heart-Eye Coordination Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 24, 2022

"To an impure heart, God cannot be seen anywhere; but to a pure heart God is to be seen everywhere.” -- Charles Spurgeon

How many of you wear glasses? I’ve worn mine since I was seven years old. I was able to wear contact lenses for about 20 years but after about 40 they don’t work so well. And since I got cataract surgery and don’t need glasses for distance, I’m using reading glasses – so I have to take them on and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed