Sermons on Made Righteous Decisions First:

The Cross Of Christ

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 30, 2018

The Cross of Christ is one of division, decision, and dedication.

The Cross of Christ John 19:16-22 Perhaps the most familiar of all Christian symbols is the cross. Can you look in almost any direction without seeing a cross? They are on the top of steeples, hanging on the walls, and worn on gold chains around necks, often by those who have little if any concept ...read more

Scripture: John 19:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Under Pressure - Symrna Series

Contributed by Graham Kettle on Dec 4, 2010

Afflicated and poor yet incredibly rich. The church would do well to look at what God calls rich and not hold to the world's opinion of riches. Even in the face of persecution, these Believers hold steadfast.

THE CHURCH UNDER PRESSURE – SMYRNA READING Rev 2:8-11 "To the angel of the church in Smyrna write: These are the words of him who is the First and the Last, who died and came to life again. 9 I know your afflictions and your poverty--yet you are rich! I know the slander of those who say ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Church Of God

The Greatness Of God’s Love Gave And Made - 1john 3:1-3 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 8, 2022

The intensity of God’s love is immense, that love which GAVE heaven’s glorious Son. Then that love provided the means where sinners can be MADE into the children of God. Are you prepared for rejection for Christ, for the world hates Christ’s own?

THE GREATNESS OF GOD’S LOVE GAVE AND MADE - 1John 3:1-3 1John 3 v 1 See how great a love the Father has bestowed upon us that we should be called children of God, and such we are. For this reason the world does not know us because it did not know Him. 1John 3:2 Beloved, now we are children of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3, John 1:8-13, 1 Peter 1:23, Isaiah 53:2-3, Matthew 21:33-42, 1 John 3:11-13, John 15:18-19, 2 Timothy 3:12, Hebrews 11:35-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

09. Saul’s Anointing – The Rise Of Israel’s First King Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Aug 27, 2025

Saul is chosen as Israel’s first king, yet he struggles with insecurity and uncertainty. God calls him, anoints him, and empowers him—but will he trust God or his own fears?

Saul’s Anointing – the Rise of Israel’s First King April 23, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 1 Samuel 9-10 Introduction: Chosen, Yet Uncertain History is full of leaders who were thrust into power, unsure of themselves and hesitant to step into their calling. In 1940, ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

The Infancy Narrative: Zechariah & Mary Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 5, 2023

Zechariah in the temple and Mary in Nazareth. They will all be pregnant. The same angel will visit Zechariah and the same angel will visit a woman, Mary in two different places.

Luke in chapter 1 presents the first part of infancy narrative of Jesus: The subjects (Zechariah & Mary) are informed that two sons will be born. Zechariah in the temple and Mary in Nazareth. They will all be pregnant. The same angel will visit Zechariah and the same angle will visit a woman, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5, Judges 13:2, Isaiah 41:8, Luke 1:39, Luke 2:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Parables Of The Kingdom – The First - The Sower Or Rather The Soil – Part 4 Of 5 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 1, 2025

We are studying the third soil in the Parable of the Sower and now consider the reasons why the good seed gets choked by thorns. How many of us know someone who walked as a strong Christian but just departed the faith? It is a complex matter and we try to see why that happens.

PARABLES OF THE KINGDOM – THE FIRST - THE SOWER OR RATHER THE SOIL – Part 4 of 5 In the last message we did the seed that fell on the rocky soil, and we also did some of the seed that was choked by thorns. We will finish that choked seed this time. Let us revise the relevant verses from last ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:14, Matthew 13:7, Matthew 13:22, Mark 4:18-19, Matthew 11:28-29, Matthew 6:31-33, Matthew 6:34, 1 Timothy 6:9-11, Proverbs 21:17, Matthew 16:26, Philippians 4:11, Colossians 4:14, 2 Timothy 4:10, 1 Timothy 6:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paul's Sermon At Athens: The Unknown God Made Known, Part 2

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jun 12, 2021

Paul told the Athenians that God is not limited in power or His will and plans nor distant from His creation. This went against everything the Greeks had believed about the gods and goddesses they worshipped but with whom they had no relationship.

In his message to the Athenian elders concerning the true and living God, Paul shows us the characteristics of spiritual leadership in his application of responsibility and accountability for what is not just a teaching on God but a strategic plan in the invisible war between Almighty God and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31, Isaiah 45:12, Acts 4:24, Acts 7:50, Acts 17:24, Hebrews 1:10, Hebrews 11:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Who's Number One (And How Do We Know?)

Contributed by Mark Jones on Mar 8, 2009

A look at the question "Is God Number One In My Life" and some indicators that can help us determine to what extent he rules and reigns in our lives.

Who’s Number One (And How Do We Know?) Essence of the Lesson in a Sentence: Christ’s pre-eminence in our lives will order our priorities to receive the life He promised for us. As I tried to make sense of so many thoughts for this sermon, I took a mental break to check my Facebook, hoping to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-33

Denomination: Methodist

I Can't Help You

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Oct 31, 2015

four reasons God cannot help you.

“I Can’t Help You” November 1, 2015 Matthew 13:53-58 53 When Jesus had finished these parables, he moved on from there. 54 Coming to his hometown, he began teaching the people in their synagogue, and they were amazed. “Where did this man get this wisdom and these miraculous ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:53-58

Denomination: Holiness

Christians Shouldn’t Judge Series

Contributed by Jim Kilson on Apr 23, 2014

Part 5 of 10 in a series dedicated to debunking commonly held myths that we think are in the Bible but really aren't, myths that can and often do have devastating effects on our faith.

INTRODUCTION: Most people in this world know at least some of the Ten Commandments; even non-Christians can quote at least a few of them. And the favorite and most-often quoted out of all of them is “Thou Shall Not Judge.” Oh wait that’s not on the list? Strange, because to hear ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1

Denomination: Christian Church

The Ten Commandments, Part 2 Of 6: The Preamble And First And Second Commandments

Contributed by Lee Houston on Sep 5, 2022

In the following weeks, I will preach the Ten Commandments.

The Ten Commandments, Part 2 of 6: The First Commandments Scripture: Exodus 20:2-17, Deuteronomy 5:6-21 Summary: In the following weeks, I will preach the Ten Commandments.* This sermon covers the first two commandments. This group of sermons is a look at the Ten Commandments. First, some ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:2-17, Deuteronomy 5:6-21

His Plan Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 11, 2018

The fact that Paul first made an unscheduled visit and then cancelled his second scheduled visit to Corinth gave his opponents another reason to criticize him. He had not carried out his promise.

March 22, 2014 Tom Lowe The Second Epistle of Paul to the Corinthians Lesson II.A.1.b: His Plan. (1:15-22) 2nd Corinthians 1:15-22 (NKJV) 15 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:15-22

Denomination: Baptist

Little Miracle / Big Miracle Series

Contributed by John Sears on May 16, 2016

What do we do when we ask God for miracles and they fail to materialize. Do we conclude his is incapable or not there. Or is there a larger picture?

Introduction (Personal story) It was a life defining moment. It was the Fall of 2013 when I received a phone call in my office. It was the nurse at the doctor’s office where my wife had had an appointment and she said I needed to come to the hospital. Earlier that week, my wife had felt a ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian Church

Leftovers

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Aug 21, 2023

Since Thanksgiving, we’ve all probably had plenty of good food, and usually in our family, there are plenty of leftovers. So many leftovers that sometimes they spoil before we get a chance to eat them!

Our key verses today will be found in: Exodus 34:14 Matthew 6:33 Today’s message is titled: Leftovers. As we go into 2023, I thought we might remind ourselves of the importance of putting God First. BODY Putting God first. Sounds easy enough, right? Today’s message is loaded with scripture. I ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:14, Matthew 6:33

John 3:16 Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jun 26, 2016

This is the intro to a series where we preached from a variety of 3:16s in the Bible. Here we examine the Love of John 3:16

We’ve all seen them, at sporting events and concerts. The obligatory John 3:16 signs. In case you are wondering that all started in 1980. A guy by the name of Rollen Stewart had been making a name for himself by appearing at major sporting events wearing a rainbow coloured wig and dancing ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Wesleyan