Sermons on National Building:

Cedar, Hyssop, And National Security

Contributed by David Western on Nov 19, 2025

Just as a general once showed me a car I thought was spotless still carried an odor, Leviticus 14 reminds us that God sees what we cannot—and through cedar, hyssop, and scarlet, He reveals the only cleansing that reaches the heart.

“Get Me a Car That Doesn’t Stink”** When I was a captain at the Air Force Academy, I had the honor—and the anxiety—of escorting General Hornburg, the ACC Commander, during a visit for Corona. That was when all the generals came together for a high-level meeting, and it was the kind of event where ...read more

Every Nation (Acts 10)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 25, 2025

How did the apostles realize that the Gospel was for every nation?

Is the promise to Abraham that “in you all the families of the earth will be blessed” (Genesis 12:3) starting to be fulfilled? How did Peter come to understand that? Let’s look at Acts 10. North of Joppa (Jaffa) on the coast is Caesarea. What happened there to a Roman soldier? Now in Caesarea ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Kingdom Building 101

Contributed by Joe Harding on Jan 18, 2004

KINGDOM BUILDING ONLY BEGINS WHEN OUR HEARTS ARE BROKEN FOR THE KINGDOM

KINGDOM BUILDING 101: A BROKEN HEART NEHEMIAH 1: 1 – 11 JANUARY 11, 2004 INTRODUCTION: TATER PEOPLE: Some people never seem motivated to participate, but are just content to watch while others do the work. They are called "Spec Taters". Some people never do anything to help, but are gifted at ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Building Good Kids Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Apr 11, 2005

Message 2 of 6 on children. This message focuses on the work of parents in raising children. It gives four building blocks from 2 Timothy.

Microsoft’s Big Bear Can Watch Your Kids Prototype ’Teddy’ keeps an eye on the youngsters Iain Thomson, vnunet.com 15 Mar 2005 Young children could be watched over by remote control teddy bears with swivelling heads that track every move, thanks to a research project from Microsoft. ’Teddy’ is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Building A Strong Community Series

Contributed by Jon Miller on Mar 1, 2011

This message is part of a series through the book of Exodus and looks at the key factors in building a strong community

God in your Job Exodus 31 Tonight we are going to talk about work. Its not a popular topic to talk about because the majority of Americans spend the greatest amount of their adult life dreading Monday mornings. They work 40 hours a week for 25-30 years looking forward to the day when they will ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 23:1-9

Building On The Living Stone

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Aug 25, 2024

We talk about Jesus Christ being the cornerstone, but do we really know what a cornerstone is, or even its purpose?

Church family, how are we doing today? Today, we are going to call upon the Holy Spirit to help us explore the beautiful message found in 1 Peter 2:1-10. In this section of Scripture, we'll see the importance of craving spiritual nourishment, of being built into a spiritual house, and the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Discover – Build – Support

Contributed by Cameron Conway on Jan 15, 2019

As we enter this new season where I will be teaching about New Beginnings I thought it would be best to talk about where I’ve come from and why this ministry exists.

For more information and other teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit https://conwaychristianresources.com As we enter this new season where I will be teaching about New Beginnings (link to last week HERE) I thought it would be best to talk about where I’ve come from and why ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16, Ephesians 5:14, Matthew 24:14, Luke 12:31-32, Proverbs 13:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Building A Living Memorial

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on May 26, 2013

A Memorial Day sermon that transitions from the normal Memorial Day themes to the idea of our lives being a living memorial with the foundation of God's Word, the framework of faith in Jesus Christ, and the walls of works.

Building a Living Memorial Memorial Day Sermon Chuck Sligh May 26, 2013 The skeleton and some of the basic thoughts for this sermon is borrowed from a sermon by Daniel Austin titled A Living Memorial which may be found on SermonCentral.com. Most of the meat on the skeleton is pretty much my own ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Building With A Kingdom Mindset Series

Contributed by Apostle Dr. Ruben L. Broadnax Jr. on Oct 24, 2024

Building with a Kingdom Mindset" focuses on prioritizing God’s Kingdom above all else. This sermon emphasizes aligning our actions with His will, seeking eternal impact, and building on a solid foundation that lasts

We live in a world that constantly pushes us to chase after success, comfort, and security. Society tells us to build our own dreams, secure our own futures, and prioritize our desires. The allure of worldly achievements can be strong—promising status, wealth, and a sense of accomplishment. But in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Other

Building A Godly Family

Contributed by Jon Miller on Aug 6, 2005

This Sermon teaches how to have a Godly Family in an Ungodly World

Building A Godly Family In the last 50 years we have witnessed the American Family disintegrate In 1950, about one out of every 20 children born in this country was born to an unmarried woman -- and there were very few abortions. By 1990, more than one out of every 4 children was born to an ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:16-20

Building Friendships That Endure

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Sep 3, 2002

There’s a story in the Old Testament about two men and a misunderstanding over a well of water. Rest at ease, they handled their situation much more appropriately than our modern day examples handled theirs. They decided that they would build a long-term

INTRODUCTION SERMONIC THEME Introduction: There are many stories about people who get into fights and conflicts about crazy things and the terrible results. In Orlando, a 48-year-old man was shot to death by his wife after a fight over the satellite TV controls. In California, a man was stabbed ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:22-34

Building God's Way Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jul 2, 2004

Building Gods’ way involes 1) God’s presence 2) God’s power 3) God’s (anointed) people

Building God’s way. Zech 4:1-14. WBC 4/7/4pm CONTEXT We’re about 518BC. - the Mede/Persian empire has taken over from the Babylonian one and Cyrus has given the edict to return and rebuild the temple (538BC) HAG 1:13 Then Haggai, the LORD’s messenger, gave this message of the LORD to the ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Except The Lord Build...

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 8, 2012

The Church’s has but one foundation – Jesus Christ. The building of it belongs to Him – not us. As its members, we are to be engaged as instruments to build the church.

Except the Lord Build Matthew 16:13-18 / Psalm 127:1-2 A certain congregation was about to erect a new church edifice. The building committee, in consecutive meetings passed the following resolutions: 1. We shall build a new church 2. The new building is to be located on the site of the old ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Building A Life Of Commitment Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 10, 2011

Growing in the area of commitment

Building a Life of Commitment 2 Chronicles 16:9 Scripture reading (9) "9 For the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to shew himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect (fully committed) toward him. Herein thou hast done foolishly: therefore from henceforth ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 16:9

Denomination: Baptist

Building A Life Of Purpose Series

Contributed by Darryl Dash on Nov 12, 2000

Lessons from Nehemiah on how to build a life of purpose

Building a Life of Purpose We’re in a series called “Building for Life,” and today we’re going to talk how to build a life of purpose. I’d like you to travel with me back to 1940. The place is London, England. The man we’re going to look at is Winston Churchill – a man who lived with ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-10, Nehemiah 6:1-3

Denomination: Baptist