Sermons on Manterse Firme:

Introduction To Revelation Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Nov 29, 2007

Introduction in a Bible study of the book of Revelation.

REVELATION An Introduction 1:1-1:20 Pastor Brian Matherlee September 5, 2007 Basic Background The first thing that strikes me is the chain communicating the Revelation: God to Jesus to the angel to John while he was in the Spirit. • God does the revealing here. Remember that Jesus said in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Perfect Storm

Contributed by Daniel Cabrera on May 2, 2013

What can we aquire through the perfect storm

THE PERFECT STORM Text. Mrk 4: 35- Intro: What do we acquire thru the perfect storm? What characterizes a perfect storm? Can we predict’em like a weatherman.. A husband and his wife were sound asleep when suddenly the phone rang. The husband picked up the phone and said, "Hello? How in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-40

Denomination: Christian Church

Finding God Through Our Tears Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jun 1, 2017

The Christmas story isn't neat nor tidy. Along with good tidings of great joy come great suffering and sorrow as Jesus enters the world.

Intro: How many of you like Christmas cards? Perfectly cut with just the right saying or Bible verse. The pictures or paintings seem to be perfect. I love the Christmas story because it is in no way like Christmas cards. The Christmas story is not neat nor is it perfect. It isn’t tidy or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Strategy We Use Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 15, 2021

Based on Eph. 6:13 - Sermon helps hearers understand that God has given us a strategy to use to be victorious in our spiritual battles.

“THE STRATEGY WE USE” Ephesians 6:13 FBCF – 8/15/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – Def of “strategy” – “a plan, method, or series of maneuvers…for obtaining a specific goal or result.” Kip Lagat, world-class runner from Kenya. Asked how Kenya could produce so many great runners. African strategy for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:13

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Deals With Criticism

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jun 5, 2021

Having read the Gospel passage I found myself asking the question How do we deal with criticism? And Should we complain as much as we do?

Having read the Gospel passage I found myself asking the question How do we deal with criticism? How do we deal with complaints Should we complain as much as we do? Story This reminds me of the story about a Trappist monk. Trappist monks take a vow of silence and in this particular monastery ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-35

Denomination: Anglican

Joy In Community Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 26, 2015

This message looks at the responsibility that comes from sanctification

JOY IN COMMUNITY PHILIPPIANS 1:27-28 ONLY CONDUCT YOURSELVES IN A MANNER WORTHY OF THE GOSPEL OF CHRIST, SO THAT WHETHER I COME AND SEE YOU OR REMAIN ABSENT, I WILL HEAR OF YOU THAT YOU ARE STANDING FIRM IN ONE SPIRIT, WITH ONE MIND STRIVING TOGETHER FOR THE FAITH OF THE GOSPEL; 28 IN NO WAY ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-28

Denomination: Baptist

A Promise From God Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 9, 2010

Study of the book of Isaiah, Chapter 7. If thinking about a coming Savior raises the hopes of a people, who were focused on the circumstances they were in rather than trusting God; how can we take encouragement from this because we already HAVE a Savior?

A Promise from God Isaiah 7:1-25 Introduction - Lots to cover tonight – prayerfully we will get through it all with God’s help - On Sunday we saw God’s commissioning to Isaiah and how he responded - We discussed the importance of responding in the same manner; without fail - Because God is our ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Testing The Spirits Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 3, 2015

The ministry of the Holy Spirit allows us to hear from God; to discern His voice. Therefore, prayer, meditation, and knowing the voice of Him is critical! Do we know His truth over the noise of everything else competing for our attention?

Testing the Spirits 1 John Bible Study, Part 9 1 John 4:1-6 Introduction - John gives us an incredible truth to hold onto (20) -- We will fail, even though we desire to be holy and to live right for God -- However, even in that, God knows our heart and knows everything we are -- Even in ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

[ic3] Servant Vs. Son Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 23, 2020

The author contrasts Jesus and Moses. The Jews perceived Moses to be a great man, great prophet, great leader, and great lawgiver. Yet Jesus fulfilled all those roles as well―to a greater degree than Moses.

8/15/19 Tom Lowe Lesson #11 [IC3]: SERVANT VS. SON (HEBREWS 3:5-6a) Introduction: The author has already briefly contrasted Jesus with the Old Testament prophets (1:1, 2) and more explicitly with the angels (1:3-2:18). Here he begins a contrast between Jesus and Moses. The Jews perceived Moses ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Gay Marriage, Lgbtq Issues, And The Christian Worldview

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 3, 2021

Gay marriage. This is a very difficult and controversial issue. There are fiery voices on both sides of the debate that make it difficult to discuss respectfully. But respectful discussion is an integral part of life in the west.

Gay marriage. This is a very difficult and controversial issue. There are fiery voices on both sides of the debate that make it difficult to discuss respectfully. But respectful discussion is an integral part of life in the west. Problems begin to erupt when both sides toss out insults, instead ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:4-5, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11, Romans 1:24-28

Denomination: Salvation Army

Alternate Theory Of Creation No. 3 - The "day/Age" Theory

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on May 24, 2023

Another theory of the creation of the universe in opposition to the record given in Genesis 1 is the "Day/Age" Theory, and like the previous two we looked at, has neither the science or Scriptural foundation to verify its claim.

We have looked at two of four "theories of creation" used to explain our origins apart from what is clearly and unapologetically presented in the first chapter of Genesis. The first theory is known as "theistic evolution", which teaches that God used evolution as part of the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Exodus 20:8-11, Psalm 33:6-12, Hebrews 11:3, John 1:1-4, Colossians 1:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Bethlehem Eucharist

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Nov 14, 2022

The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas)

Bethlehem is 6 miles south of Jerusalem, that is where the manger was. Mary did not say, “I am not having my baby here, it only has one star!” She gave birth to her first-born son. It does not mean that Mary had other children but rather expresses the rights of inheritance as in Genesis 27:36; ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:15, Isaiah 26:3

Denomination: Catholic

The Lord's Prayer 15: Never Underestimate The Power Of Evil Series

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Dec 17, 2024

The power of evil, unfortunately, is all around us, you only have to look at our world and you soon come to the conclusion that its gone MAD!! But God is for us, to protect us and deliver us from evil, so who can be against us.

NEVER UNDERESTIMATE THE POWER OF EVIL In his splendid book, The Screwtape Letters, C.S. Lewis paints a picture of a senior devil instructing a young apprentice how to work effectively in the world. He describes his greatest achievement as persuading the world that he does not exist. Certainly ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39, Ephesians 6:11-17

Uphold The Truth

Contributed by Saumiman Saud on Feb 22, 2025

Truth is not an expression of heart or feeling alone from within us. Truth can neither be expressed as an idea alone.

UPHOLD THE TRUTH Truth is not an expression of heart or feeling alone from within us. Truth can neither be expressed as an idea alone. Truth can be found in the Bible, but there are people who object such truth. The wrong understanding and interpretation of the Bible will lead people far away from ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go! And Trust His Faithfulness - 2 Thessalonians 3:3 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 24, 2025

There is one truth that remains immovable: the Lord is faithful. And when you know that God is faithful, you can go—and trust Him completely.

Go! And Trust His Faithfulness - 2 Thessalonians 3:3 Introduction We live in uncertain times, don’t we? The world feels shaky. Culture shifts, morals erode, truth is questioned, and people place their trust in fragile things. But there is one truth that remains immovable: the Lord is faithful. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:3, Lamentations 3:22-23, Isaiah 40:29-31, John 10:28, 1 John 4:4, Romans 5:8, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal