Sermons on Mike Gruntman:

Motives For Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 5, 2014

There is a plaque that is devastating the modern church, unfaithfulness.

Motives For Faithfulness Hebrews Series Heb. 10.1-25 June 8, 2014 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A There is a plaque that is devastating the modern church, unfaithfulness. 1 Over 40% of members in an average congregation never attend services. a Among the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Kissers & Cleavers Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 18, 2014

Last lesson we learned was don’t blame God for everything that goes wrong in your life. This morning we’re going to learn what it takes to move from Moab to Bethlehem.

Unlocking Your Life’s Destiny Series Seven Sermons from the Book of Ruth Kissers and Cleavers (Inspired from Perry Stone’s Book, Lay It On Me) July 13, 2014 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: Two Weeks ago we began the series “Discovering Your ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

It’s Okay If I Say It! Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Apr 20, 2016

Meekness is a hard nut to crack because we tend to think that being a bully is the opposite of being meek, and nobody wants to bullied. (No one wants to be bullies so why do want to be meek?)

Beatitudes Sermon Series: “It’s okay if I Say It!” (4 of 9) Matt 5.5 July 12, 2015 CFBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker A Over the last several weeks the Beatitudes have challenged us to develop the attitude that Jesus demands for His disciples to posses. 1 The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Baptist

Take Another Peace Of My Pure Heart (Pt. 1) Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Apr 20, 2016

There are basically two kinds of religion: the first kind is where you try and earn your way to heaven, the other is knowing that, “I can’t do it. God did in Christ.”

The Beatitude Summer Sermon Series Take another PEACE of My Pure Heart (Pt. 1) Matt. 5.8 8/2/15 CFBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker A Matthew 5:3-8 (NASB) 3 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

Where Is Your Faith? Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 10, 2016

After a long day of ministering, teaching that Jesus told the disciples to get on a boat. Let’s look at three constants that have never changed that can offer us encouragement when we have “one of those days.”

“Where Is Your Faith?” Luke 8.22-25 October 4, 2015 CFBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A I have a 1989 Cajun Special boat w/ a 40 hp Mariner Motor. 1 I love that boat, but the motor is sketchy. a Last summer Lake and I were running trotlines on the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-25

Denomination: Baptist

“america’s Ancient Covenant With The God Of Israel” Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 20, 2015

We spent last Sunday morning learning what a covenant is and what being in one means. 1 It means to bind, cut, divide (the way Abraham cut/divide the animals on presumably an altar before God) the binding is the people of Israel to God.

America’s Fork In The Road: Keeping or Cutting Covenant Series (Based up Perry Stone & Bill Cloud’s book, America’s Controversy with God’s Covenant) “America’s Ancient Covenant with the God of Israel” March 15, 2015 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Dr. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:11

Denomination: Baptist

Faith For All Of Life Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 16, 2014

Abraham is the father of all those who believe, the central figure in Judaism, . . . the runner-up is Moses. He is the most highly regarded ancestor of Israel, next to Abraham.

Hebrews Sermon Series “Faith For All of Life” Heb. 11.23-29 August 6, 2014 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson Introduction: A Abraham is the father of all those who believe, the central figure in Judaism, . . . the runner-up is Moses. 1 He, Moses, is the most highly ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:23-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Perfect Storm Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 29, 2014

Over the last four weeks we have become reacquainted (or acquainted) with what redemption means.We’ve come to know . . . .The original version of God’s Song of Redemption.We can’t make words up, change the lyrics or tempo.

Recovering Redemption Series (5 of 5) The Perfect Storm Oct. 19, 2014 CFBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A Over the last four weeks we have become reacquainted (or acquainted) with what redemption means. 1 We’ve come to know . . . . a The original version of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Tests Of Faith Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 14, 2014

There are some great examples of faith in the O.T. (Noah, Moses, Joshua, David, etc.) But the greatest specimen is Abraham.

Hebrews Series “The Tests of Faith” Heb. 11.8-19 July 27,2014 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A There are some great examples of faith in the O.T. (Noah, Moses, Joshua, David, etc.) But the greatest specimen is Abraham. 1 He is the progenitor of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-19

Denomination: Baptist

Repentance: Breaking Free From Past Failures Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 23, 2009

Repentance is key to the adjustments we make daily to stay on course.

IS THERE A H.E.R.O. IN THE HOUSE? SERIES Repentance: Breaking Free From Past Failures 3 OF 4 Exodus 20.5-6 February 15, 2009 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A The last few weeks we have seen our share of airplanes in the news. 1 First it ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Coming Lord Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 14, 2013

Israel in Malachi’s day was wanting Him to come, but they weren’t ready. When He comes again, He will cleanse them, judge them, & cleanse them!

Malachi Series The Coming Lord (7 of 12) July 21, 2013 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A Malachi 2:17 (NASB) 17 You have wearied the LORD with your words. Yet you say, "How have we wearied Him?" In that you say, "Everyone who does evil is good in the sight of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Your Fight Song? Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jun 8, 2021

The bell sounds. You can’t stay huddled in the corner. The fight is on and it is going to be a slugfest!

Slugfest Pt. 2 - What's Your Fight Song? I. Introduction People show up to the fights to see the contenders stand in the ring and throw bombs at each other in a test of strength and strategy. However, there is a part of the fight that begins before the fighters ever step foot inside the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-3, 2 Chronicles 20:21-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Factor Of Fear

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 22, 2025

Fear is a trouble way to live your life. Fear can cause many actions but running away from something or being paralyze from Fear is not for a believer.

The Factor of Fear Joshua 1:1-1:10, 3:1-3:10 Good morning everyone, Please turn to Joshua chapter 1 Joshua son of Nun- N.U.N. not none n.o.n.e.- that sounds funny- Joshua son of none. Sermon title this morning is the factor of fear- I want to look at the life of Joshua; Fear can cause many ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-10

Denomination: Nazarene

God Or Money Series

Contributed by Daniel Bauder on Jul 14, 2007

No series on stewardship is complete without this message.

GOD OR MONEY Matthew 6:24, ECC 5:10, I Cor 16:1-2 Adapted from a message by Mike Fogerson July 8, 2007 Broadway Baptist Church Rev Dan Bauder INTRODUCTION Today we are finishing our series on Stewardship. We’ve spent the last 2 weeks looking at we can do to be faithful stewards of what God has ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24

Denomination: Baptist

If The Foundations Are Destroyed...

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 10, 2021

In tumultuous times, how shall the righteous live? The Psalmist has given us godly counsel that must be applied to our lives.

“In the LORD I take refuge; how can you say to my soul, ‘Flee like a bird to your mountain, for behold, the wicked bend the bow; they have fitted their arrow to the string to shoot in the dark at the upright in heart; if the foundations are destroyed, what can the righteous do? “The LORD is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-7

Denomination: Baptist