Sermons on My Rod In Presence Of God:

The Mind Of The Master Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 16, 2021

The mind of Christ has had a great impact on this world, greater than any other mind. His church has done more to influence the intellectual development of mankind than any other institution.

A teacher began his Sunday School class by starting a discussion. He said he was reading in the Bible about a living dog and a dead lion, and he asked the class which they would rather be? There was a pause, and then Jack spoke up and said, "I'd rather be the living dog. It's better ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40-52

The Mind Of The Master Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 26, 2021

Jesus was self educated, and was an intellectual of His day. He knew His nations past history well through His study of the Old Testament.

A teacher began his Sunday School class by starting a discussion. He said he was reading in the Bible about a living dog and a dead lion, and he asked the class which they would rather be? There was a pause, and then Jack spoke up and said, "I'd rather be the living dog. It's better ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40-52

The Foundation Of Faith Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 30, 2021

Faith is the basis of all progress into the unknown. Faith adventures into the unknown and unseen believing that there is more to reality than is presently known.

In 1781 Sir William Herschel, the English astronomer, discovered the planet Uranus. He plotted the course that this new planet should follow, but for some mysterious reason Uranus did not follow the predicted orbit. Other astronomers checked his calculations and found no mistake. It was necessary ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1

Lent Upside Down Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Mar 1, 2019

Instead of giving something up for Lent let's try adding something instead!

Lent Upside Down Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … 1 John 1:5-7 “This is the message we have heard from Him and declare to you: God is light; in Him there is no darkness at all. If we claim to have fellowship with Him and yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-27, Exodus 23:19, 1 John 1:7, 1 Thessalonians 5:23, Mark 12:30, 1 Peter 1:15-16, 2 Corinthians 7:1, 1 John 3:3, Matthew 6:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Teachings Of Titus #2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 24, 2022

I would like to remind you again that Timothy and Titus were two young ministers that Paul personally led to the Lord and trained for the ministry.

One of the needs of the church today, is for young ministers to recognize the need to work with a seasoned pastor and learn as much from him as they can. Illus: Just because a young person graduates from college and has a college diploma in his hands, the business world does not hire them as a ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:5-16

Denomination: Baptist

Signs Of Life

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 9, 2023

Taking, hoarding and passivity are signs of death. But the signs of life are the opposite: receiving, giving, and acting.

There was a popular song about 30 years ago which some of you might remember. It went, “They’re rioting in Africa, they’re starving in Spain, there’s hurricanes in Florida and Texas needs rain" ...and ending with “What nature doesn’t do to us will be done by our fellow man.” It only needs a ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Introduction To The Gospel Of Luke Series

Contributed by Howard Gwartney on Apr 30, 2023

To be an “Eyewitness” is “to see for yourself."

INTRODUCTION TO THE GOSPEL OF LUKE Luke 1:1-4 Luke 1:1 Inasmuch as many have taken in hand to set in order a narrative of those things which have been fulfilled among us, 2 just as those who from the beginning were eyewitnesses and ministers of the word delivered them to us, 3 it seemed good to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Six Words That Make A Big Difference! Series

Contributed by Tony Fox on Mar 31, 2016

Peter writes here about six things that are relevant in the Body of Christ.

Six Words that Make a Big Difference March 13, 2016 (1Peter 3:8-12) Command Baptist Church ILLUSTRATION on DIVISION – Could we agree this evening that we are living in a very disruptive and divided world? I think we can agree on that. Any thinking person can see that there is much ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

No Parole, No Appeal, No Hope: The Great White Throne Judgment Series

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 19, 2020

You do not end up as mere food for worms and fertilizer for flowers in a forgotten grave. You will be in one of two places after you take your last breath, and you will face the Sovereign LORD, either as Savior or Judge. Where do you stand on that fact?

The Holy Bible affirms that there are ONLY two places where your soul can go after death. Either you will be in heaven with God the Father, the Lord Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, and the redeemed of all history, or in hell with the devil, his angels, and the wicked of all history, to be ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15, Matthew 25:41, Mark 9:43-48, Luke 16:19-31, 2 Corinthians 6:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritually Mature

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 28, 2022

One of the easiest things in the world to do is to assume something.

For example: • If we read that one POLITICIAN is corrupt, it is easy for us to assume that all politicians are corrupt • If we read that one DOCTOR is corrupt, it is easy for us to assume that all doctors are corrupt • If we read that one CAR DEALER is corrupt, it is easy for us to assume that ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Sound Doctrine For Unsound Times

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 11, 2025

For Proper 24 After Pentecost, Year C October 19, 2025

Sound Doctrine for Unsound Times 2 Timothy 3:14–4:5 NKJV But you must continue in the things which you have learned and been assured of, knowing from whom you have learned them, and that from childhood you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Timothy 3:14-16, 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus: The Difference Maker PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024

This sermon encourages self-reflection on our faith journey, challenging us to overcome spiritual blindness and live out our faith with open-mindedness and discernment.

Good morning, beloved congregation. What a joy it is to gather together in the house of the Lord, united in faith and purpose, to draw near to Him through His Word. There's a certain warmth, a certain comfort that comes from being among fellow believers, a mutual understanding that transcends our ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1

Topics: Savior

The Courageous King Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon will explore Jesus' courageous entry into Jerusalem, his authority over all things, and challenge listeners to consider if they have given him authority over their lives.

Main idea: Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey knowing full well he would trigger the religious and political authorities. Jesus’ mission required him to demonstrate incredible courage regardless of the reactions of others. He is Lord, the absolute authority over all things. The question is, does ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Topics: Courageous Faith, Divine Authority, Self-Giving Love

Six Priniciples For A Happy And Sucessful Life Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 19, 2001

An examination of the last six commandments that deal with how we are to relate to our fellowman.

The Ten Commandments – Part III “Six Principles for a Happy and Successful Life” Exodus 20: 12-17 Last week we examined the first four commandments that defined for us what it means to love the Lord your God will all your heart, mind, soul and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

A Woman With A Disabling Spirit Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 20, 2014

The analysis of the topic of healing on the Sabbath as set forth in Luke 13:10-17 teaches us the meaning of the Sabbath.

Scripture This is the fourth Sunday of Advent. Advent is the season of the Christian year in which we remember the first coming of Jesus and also anticipate the second coming of Jesus. In our study of The Gospel of Luke, Jesus was on his way to Jerusalem from Galilee. He only had a few months ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed