Sermons on Mockers Cause Division:

Four Men And Three Modes

Contributed by Martin Holland on Sep 7, 2012

What does it take in each individual Christian to cause him or her to make a difference? Here are four good examples.

Four Men and Three Modes Luke 5:16-26 The scene is in Capernaum about 20 miles from where Jesus performs His first miracle in Cana. By now Jesus had performed six miracles all in this same region near Galilee. See: Luke 5:15 so much more went there a fame abroad of Him… Vs.17 There are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:16-26

Denomination: Baptist

When Jesus Comes Again, Will His Loving And Saving Grace Be Found In You?

Contributed by Randy Stephenson on Mar 4, 2012

Why did God find favor with Abraham? What did Peter say to cause such a strong rebuke from Jesus?

Mark 8:31–38 (ESV) I would like to ask a question for your personal meditation. How do you become aware of God’s active presence being with you? Reading the Book of Genesis, we are introduced to Avram. A person God would later re-named Avraham. This person was being drawn into ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: United Methodist

Nothing To See Here Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Sep 5, 2012

What would cause someone to visit a church and leave saying "Nothing to see here." thus planning never to return?

Sunday, Sept 16th is National Back to Church Sunday. On this Sunday I would encourage you to make an effort to invite someone to attend with you. Last week we discovered why people do not go to church. We found some rather startling statistics. I would like to remind you of these facts once ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:17-18

Denomination: Foursquare

Challenges American Churches Face

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Apr 14, 2022

Christianity in America (and in Europe) is declining. This sermon share three challenges that caused the decline and how we respond to them.

Thirty-four years ago, a church was born in Walnut Creek under the leadership of Pastor X. During those years, we faced many challenges, both internally and externally. But by the grace of God, we still exist today. That is why today, we want to thank God for His faithfulness. We say, "Thus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:12, Deuteronomy 6:4-9, Proverbs 22:6, 1 Timothy 3:1-4, Matthew 16:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Amazing Mirror

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 25, 2021

God's word is a mirror that looks us, causes us to talk, can make us look better.

The Amazing Mirror James 1:17-27 1. How many times a day do we look in the mirror? • Some look in the mirror to get information about themselves • Some look to just confirm what they thought its awful looking • We use mirrors to make ourselves look better • We use mirrors for practical ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

A Study Of The Letter Of First John – Personalities Of The Children Of God – Part I Series

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Aug 10, 2020

John communicates to his readers that Christ's appearance will inevitably cause one of two reactions: confidence or shame.

Personalities of the Children of God – They Are Righteous 1 John 2:28 And now, little children, abide in Him, that when He appears, we may have confidence and not be ashamed before Him at His coming. 1 John 2:29 If you know that He is righteous, you know that everyone who practices ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:28-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Overcoming Fear

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Jul 24, 2020

There so many things going on that can cause fear to seize us. But the whole time, God is right there next to us.

Opening and Introduction We live in a wild world today, don’t we? There’s a lot of things that can cause us to be uneasy and afraid of how things might turn out. I know I’ve gone through a lot of experiences like that. Many things can make us anxious, and get us concerned, get us worried about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:5, Matthew 10:21-33

Denomination: Lutheran

A Look Into Heaven

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Nov 19, 2023

The purpose of a preview is to cause excitement and desire to experience for yourself the entire thing, rather that is a movie, a show, or a computer program etc.

“A Look into Heaven” By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - If you have ever seen a movie or television program more than likely you saw it because you see the previews of it before hand. A preview is an inspection or viewing of something before it is bought or becomes generally known and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11, John 17:11, Revelation 19:11

Denomination: Apostolic

Playing Favorites Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 20, 2022

Genuine faith causes you to love everyone equally. Since everybody matters to Jesus, everyone must matter to us.

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Why Church #2 Praying Produces Powerful People Series

Contributed by Robert Malcolm on Jan 8, 2025

A lose connection to God cause a lack of power for many of God’s followers. To learn how to tighten the spiritual connection …

~ Intro: Loose connection … Missionary, Herbert Jackson used to tell how, as a new missionary, he was assigned a car that would not start without a push. After pondering his problem, he devised a plan. He went to the school near his home, got permission to take some children out of class, and had ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

A Secret Sin (Joshua 7)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 9, 2025

Do even our secret sins cause us and others troubles? Let's begin in Joshua 7.

Can we really hide our secret sins? Do sins bring curses on us and others? Let’s look at Joshua 7. What did Achan do at Ai that aroused God’s anger against Israel? The Israelites, however, were unfaithful regarding the things set apart for destruction. Achan [to twist or pervert] son of Carmi, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking The Yoke Of Delay

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 17, 2025

In this sermon, we shall consider the roots, causes, consequences, and biblical solutions to delay, as we align ourselves for divine acceleration.

BREAKING THE YOKE OF DELAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 1:10 “See, I have this day set thee over the nations and over the kingdoms, to root out, and to pull down, and to destroy, and to throw down, to build, and to plant.” Supporting Texts: Psalm 102:13, Isaiah 60:22, Ecclesiastes ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Grace For Speedy Recovery And Restoration

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 30, 2025

The grace for speedy recovery and restoration is a powerful force that causes divine turnaround in the lives of those who are willing to receive it.

GRACE FOR SPEEDY RECOVERY AND RESTORATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joel 2:25-26 "And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten, the cankerworm, and the caterpillar, and the palmerworm, my great army which I sent among you. And ye shall eat in plenty, and be ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:25-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Battle For The Mind And Understanding Intrusive Thoughts From A Biblical Perspective Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 22, 2025

Intrusive thoughts are unwanted, involuntary thoughts, images, or urges that invade our minds, often causing distress, anxiety, or discomfort.

As Christians, we are constantly engaged in a spiritual battle for our minds. The enemy seeks to infiltrate our thoughts, planting seeds of doubt, fear, and anxiety. One of the most insidious tactics used by the enemy is the introduction of intrusive thoughts. These unwanted, disturbing thoughts ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8, Ephesians 6:12

Breaking Free From Secret Curses Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 25, 2025

Secret curses, spoken in malice or ignorance, can have a profound impact on our lives, causing hindrances, afflictions, and stagnation.

As children of God, we are often unaware of the spiritual battles that rage around us. Secret curses, spoken in malice or ignorance, can have a profound impact on our lives, causing hindrances, afflictions, and stagnation. However, as believers, we have the authority to rebuke these curses and seek ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18