Sermons on Making:

Divorce And Remarriage Part 2 Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 28, 2021

Christian couples have an obligation to Christ, and to His body the church to make sure they get all of the marriage counseling available to avoid divorce.

I got a kick out of the story I heard the other day. This man had gone to a psychiatrist, and after a great deal of examination he asked the doctor, "What is wrong with me?" The doctor replied, "I think you are crazy." "I demand a second opinion," the man insisted. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:10-16

Take A Stand On Key Issues: Addiction, Abortion, & Marriage

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 2, 2021

The silence of the church on key issues of our day is deafening. By remaining silent on these issues, for fear of controversy, the church unilaterally makes itself irrelevant.

The silence of the church on key issues of our day is deafening. By remaining silent on these issues, for fear of controversy, the church unilaterally makes itself irrelevant. When it's just a social club, or even a Christian fellowship of worship, well... something very important is missing. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:11

Denomination: Salvation Army

Unity & Humility Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 4, 2021

Can the division and boasting in Corinth be a lesson for our local church? What about Paul would make us want to study this letter?

Can the division and boasting in Corinth be a lesson for our local church? What about Paul would make us want to study this letter? 1 Cor 1:1-9 To Saints 1 Corinthians 1:1 Paul called to be an apostle of Jesus Christ through the will of God, and Sosthenes our brother, Paul’s calling was as any ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Let Your Light So Shine

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Sep 15, 2021

As Christians, we are to shine as light in the midst of the dark world. This will make others to see and be attracted to God in His kingdom, and His name will be glorified.

LET YOUR LIGHT SO SHINE Study Text: Mathew 5: 13 - 16 Introduction: - Jesus, after telling us we are the salt, and we need to stay pure so we do not lose our saltiness, also says we are the light of the world. - Salt has to do with you and the Word and staying pure. Jesus said if ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Plan Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 1, 2021

When we messed up God’s plan by sinning, God set up a plan to make us right with him again.

God’s Plan Introduction 1. Illustration: Pastor and author Max Lucado said, “The purpose of the Bible? Salvation. God’s highest passion is to get his children home. His book, the Bible, describes his plan of salvation. The purpose of the Bible is to proclaim God’s plan and passion to save his ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:9-14

Denomination: Methodist

The Power Of The Word Of The God

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Sep 10, 2020

You want God’s presence? Allow the Word of God not only dwell richly, but be applied and demonstrated in your everyday decision making.

The Secret Power of the Word of God Psalm 119:9-16 The movement we take our eyes off Jesus, there are going to be all kinds of problems, all kinds of offenses. Today, this morning, I would like to teach you the importance of keeping your eyes on Jesus. But how do we keep our eyes on Jesus? By ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9-16, 1 Timothy 4:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Real Change Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 5, 2017

If you want to make real change in your life, submit to God's discipline; then in dependence upon Christ, admit and quit your sin.

When Jack quit farming and moved, he discovered he was the only Baptist in his new town of all Catholics. That was okay, but the neighbors had a problem with his barbecuing beef every Friday. They were not allowed to eat red meat on Fridays, but the tempting aroma was getting the best of them, so ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 44:1-34

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Unleash The Gospel Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Nov 13, 2017

A generosity initiative that will enable us to cooperate with God in achieving the vision to make a greater impact for Him; to push back the darkness faster & better.

October 8 Unleash the Gospel (Acts 1:8) (Ephesians 3:20-21) In every contest, there comes a turning point; something that changes the momentum and even the outcome of the game. We are at that place right now at Rush Creek. With all that God has done in and through us in the past, He has a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Right Fork

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Apr 16, 2023

One of the most important choicces we can make includes how we respond when it comes to our own personal suffering.

One way to look at life is as a series of choices... Every day we choose, some have small consequences, some large. But each one means an opportunity not taken, a chance missed, a road not taken. Robert Frost”s famous poem talks of the consequences Two roads diverged in a wood, and I— I took the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14, Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Sermon On The Mount (Part Eleven) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Nov 11, 2019

Today, Jesus deals with the issue of making promises. Let's see what we can take away from it.

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT (part eleven) Matthew 5:33-37 A pilot and his navigator had been shot down and were adrift at sea in their tiny lifeboat. After several days without food, water and any hope of rescue, the pilot began to pray. "God, you know I haven't lived a very good life. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37, Exodus 20:7, Leviticus 19:12, Numbers 30:2, Ecclesiastes 5:4-5, Proverbs 20:25, Judges 11:30-35, James 5:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Releasing Control

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Nov 14, 2019

We make like to do everything our own way, but we all need to learn the freedom that comes from an appropriate submission

Stuart Briscoe tells the story of a young man who reached his 18th birthday. To celebrate, he asked his Dad for the car keys to go out with his friends. His Dad said, "It’s a school night; we want you home by 10:30." The young man said, “I’m 18 years old now. Nobody can tell me what ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Prayer Power & Spiritual Warfare Unveiled Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 28, 2020

The incredible power of prayer and it's effect on the Spiritual Battle is unveiled. How can we make a difference in the spiritual battle?

One of the most intriguing, mysterious, ignored and probably abused topics in all of Scripture is the matter of spiritual warfare. One of the most important but puzzling issues in all of Scripture is prayer and spiritual breakthrough. It’s puzzling because we all have questions about prayer. How ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-19

Denomination: Bible Church

Stormy Weather

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 17, 2023

Jesus’ job is not to make things easy for us. It is to save us from sin and death, not from suffering and life. Life includes suffering.

Just a few weeks ago we celebrated the 150th anniversary of this church: a century and a half of vital, energetic, faithful ministry and worship. And in just another couple of weeks we will be closing the door on that history. This is not what you expected when you first embarked on your journey ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Seven Choices For A Fully Fueled Faith Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 26, 2022

Today we conclude our series by thinking about how the choices we make can give us a fully fueled faith.

Seven Choices To a Fully Fueled Faith  Philippians 4:4-13 John Maxwell said, “Life is a matter of choices, and every choice you make makes you.” As we have studied Philippians we have noted the choices that make us into disciples of Jesus. To live in the shadow of His return. To never let ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pray For One Another Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 13, 2023

Prayer is our privilege and responsibility as disciples of Jesus. Praying for one another can make such a difference in each other's lives.

A. The story is told about three men who were hiking one day and unexpectedly came upon a large, raging river. 1. They needed to get to the other side, but had no idea of how to do so. 2. The first man prayed to God, saying, “Please God, give me the strength to cross this river.” a. Poof! God ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16, Ephesians 6:18, Acts 12:1-18, Matthew 7:7-11, Philippians 4:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ