Sermons on Mistreatment:

Wedding Banquet Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Nov 7, 2022

Jesus told the parable of the wedding banquet to explain the invitation that stills stands to come to the feast He will hold for the bride.

The Parable of the Wedding Banquet Matthew 22:1-14 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 10-23-2022 What a Wedding! The biggest wedding that Maxine and I have ever attended was her friend Amy and Chris in Florida. There were over 300 guests, a sit-down dinner reception with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Caring For Widows Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 19, 2022

Widows have a special place in God's heart. When Paul was giving Timothy instructions about ministering to different groups in the church, he gave a lot of instructions about caring for widows.

Introduction: A. Once there was an elderly widow who had recently married a 4th husband. 1. A reporter saw the wedding announcement and was interested in her story, so she interviewed her. 2. The reporter asked her about the occupation of her newly acquired husband and she replied that he owned a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:3-16, Exodus 22:22-24, Isaiah 1:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Born To Die Part 3 Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 19, 2023

We dig into the undisputed fact that it was God’s will that Jesus was born to die.

JUST JESUS: CHAPTER BY CHAPTER THRU LUKE Born to Die Part 3 of 3 LUKE 24:13-35 #borntodie CHRISTMAS SERIES INTRODUCTION As Christians, there are some distinct truths that we believe in and because of those beliefs there are philosophies or ways of thinking about life and living we DO NOT believe ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is Biblical Love? How To Walk In The Way Of Love Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Feb 12, 2024

Biblical love is willing to say a hard truth to someone in love, knowing that we may lose the friendship, but loving their soul more than their companionship. That’s real love. Niceness is a joke and a sham, compared to the glory of agape love.

Dave Simmons shared in his book about being a dad a time when he and his two kids went to a mall, and the mall had a petting zoo there. He had given each of his children, Brandon and Helen a quarter to enter, and then went to continue shopping. Soon he saw his daughter hadn’t gone in. He went to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, 1 Corinthians 14:1

Denomination: Salvation Army

When The Mirror Is Too Close

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 9, 2023

When Paul switches from them to us

- Read Romans 2 Last week we sought to address the question, “What happened to America”, What happened to my country. I believe most of us can admit that the second part of Romans 1 is a pretty fair description of what America looks like today. Look there again at Romans 1:28. - Read Romans ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon – Help For Those Stuck In The Mud

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Nov 14, 2024

With the enemy at the door, the government out of control, stuck in the mud, Jeremiah down in a muddy cistern, stuck up to his arm pit with no way out, God still had a way out! Can ordinary people made a difference?

Sermon – Help For Those Stuck in the Mud Scripture Lesson: Jeremiah 38:1-11 “Now Shephatiah son of Mattan, Gedaliah son of Pashhur, Jehucal son of Shelemiah, and Pashhur son of Malkijah heard what Jeremiah had been telling the people. He had been saying, “This is what the Lord says: ‘Everyone who ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 38:1-11, Psalm 28:1, Psalm 119:85-88, Jeremiah 1:17-19, Galatians 6:10, Ephesians 4:25-29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Be A Man

Contributed by John Oscar on Jun 18, 2023

Father's Day Sermon calling men back to Biblical masculinity

Be A Man Father’s Day CCCAG 6-18-23 Scripture- Joshua 1:1-9 This Father's Day morning I'm going to be giving everyone here, but especially the men some practical tools that we need to develop or redevelop quickly in these last days. But this is not just for the men Ladies, these three ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

20-20 Vision

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 21, 2023

The reward of knowing the mind of God, the reward of living in the will of God, is freedom. Fear of people keeps us imprisoned; fear of God sets us free.

At the Alpha conference I went to a few weeks ago I had a very interesting conversation with a colleague on the more liberal end of our denominational spectrum. It was particularly interesting in that the Alpha program is for evangelism, and I was surprised to see someone on the other end ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-33, Romans 12:1-2, 2 Timothy 4:3-4, 2 Corinthians 2:12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"pray For All The Saints

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Apr 28, 2025

Believers are encouraged to pray and love beyond their own group, reflecting Jesus's commandment to love and His prayer for unity and living the Kingdomg of God: righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit.  

"Pray for all the saints" Ephesians 6:18 “And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints.” While in a Roman prison, the Apostle Paul wrote a letter to the church in Ephesus, and in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18, Ephesians 1:15-16, Colossians 1:3-4, Philippians 2:21, Romans 1:9, Colossians 1:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Thomas: A Disciple Under Pressure Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 21, 2025

The overall word that described what Thomas was dealing with was: pressure.

THOMAS: A DISCIPLE UNDER PRESSURE JOHN 11:1-16 #ApostleThomas INTRODUCTION… Known for one thing Some people are known for one thing. We sometimes call that “a one shot wonder” or a signature or a trademark. We can also use the phrase “one trick pony” or notorious. Some people are known for one ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon – El Roi, The God Who Sees Me

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 18, 2025

God responded to her suffering, not her prayer, revealing Himself to her and giving her the assurance that He had seen her affliction. This encounter provided Hagar with strength and the knowledge that she was not alone, but rather seen, known, and understood by God.

Sermon – El Roi, The God Who Sees Me Scripture - Genesis 16:1-11 “Now Sarai, Abram’s wife, had not been able to bear children for him. But she had an Egyptian servant named Hagar. So Sarai said to Abram, “The Lord has prevented me from having children. Go and sleep with my servant. Perhaps I can ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-11, Job 14:1, Job 5:7

Denomination: Methodist

Rich Man, Poor Man

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 19, 2024

'Rich Man, Poor Man' (selected Proverbs) - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: A Different Attitude (14:21) A Different Awareness (14:31) A Different Relationship (19:6) A Different Borrower (19:17) A Different Response (21:13) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Les Misérables was written in 1862 by Victor Hugo, • It is one of the great novels of the 19th ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:21, Proverbs 14:31, Proverbs 19:6, Proverbs 19:17, Proverbs 21:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

We Have Good News To Tell But Don't Tell It.

Contributed by Jerry Carr on Oct 12, 2002

We are living in a time it seems like their is no good news at all, turn or your radio, tv, read the paper and all you here or read is bad news, well I’m here to tell you this morning their is good news to tell.

By way of introduction this morning I want you to notice 2 things, #1 The problem that existed #2 How God supernaturally provided what they needed. We find in chapter 6 that syria once again was at war with Israel, we find where Benhadad the King of Syria had gathered together his great army ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

No Greater Love Than This Series

Contributed by Christopher Hill on Feb 25, 2004

The cross is the greatest demonstration of God’s love. Extent - eternity, Depth seen in his agony, and scope is for all humanity.

The Passion: No Greater Love Than This Luke 23:32-36 Hope Community Church Bro. Chris Hill February 29, 2004 Reality shows seem to have taken over TV. One of the most popular themes seems to be to see what people will endure for fame or fortune. Shows such as Fear Factor require people to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Perfecting Our Walk

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 23, 2004

It is often our tendency to measure our relationship for God in degrees, like one measures the temperature. According to John, this is not a valid method for believers in Christ. The issue is not the degree of a relationship with God, but the reality of

PERFECTING OUR WALK 1 John 2:7-11 INTRODUCTION: Over the last few weeks, we have been developing this thought of John regarding our walk with Christ. John has challenged us to consider the validity of our walk with regard to personal obedience, personal repentance, and now personal love. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:7-11

Denomination: Baptist