Sermons on National Division:

Forgotten Love

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Sep 11, 2013

50 years have passed since Israel had returned from Babylonian exile.Walls repaired, Temple rebuilt, nation restored. Nation was hurting and needing a fresh word from God. They had forgotten their first love.

“A Shining Glimmer of Hope at the End of The Age Series” Malachi Expository 12-Part Series “Forgotten Love” Malachi 1.2-5 2 of 12 June 30, 2013 Chester FBC Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A Malachi 1:2-5 (NASB) 2 "I have loved you," says the LORD. But ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:2-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Church

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Nov 13, 2024

The Church will go through many changes in Mark Jesus says the Temple will tumble and other issues will happen such deceivers will come, persecution will come, wars will happen, nation will rise against nation, earthquakes, famine and these are beginning of birth pains.

Mark 13:1-8 The Church The church Jesus says its future is Remarkable, but yet it will be challenging • The Church needs to watch, out Deceivers will come Watch out that no one deceives you. 6Many will come in my name, claiming, `I am he,' and will deceive many. • The Church will go ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Serving God Requires Our Loyalty

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Nov 9, 2021

What better subject to talk about as we have just recognized a national holiday that we call Veterans Day.

We’ve been discussing for the past few weeks what it takes to really serve God. Courage, trust, our prayers and today we will see how it takes loyalty to serve God. What better subject to talk about as we have just recognized a national holiday that we call Veterans Day. I never served in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

The 4000 Year War Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Oct 22, 2023

Starting in Genesis, Pastor John breaks down the history of the conflict between Israel and the Arab nations and then pulls back the curtain to the Spiritual side of this war.

The 4000-year war CCCAG 10-22-23 Scripture- Gen 16 Introduction Last week we asked the question, “Are we living in the end times” and then looked at what the people and the culture would look like as we approached the end times. This morning, we are going to look back in time so that we have an ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12, Revelation 12:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Gideon Prudently Pacifies The Offended Ephramites Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 20, 2019

They were angry with Gideon because they were left out and did not share in the glory. Gideon tactfully gave them the “soft answer” that healed the wounds and prevented division. Better to do that than to start another war.

Chapter 27 Gideon Prudently Pacifies the Offended Ephramites [Judges 8.1-8.4] Scripture 1 And the men of Ephraim said unto him, Why hast thou served us thus, that thou calledst us not, when thou wentest to fight with the Midianites? And they did chide with him sharply. 2 And he said unto them, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 8:1

Denomination: Baptist

Eschatology 9 Of 16 The Tribulation Period

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 13, 2022

“Boom Boom” Mancini, was considered to be one of the greatest boxers in his weight division. He could take a punch from the best of them, and he could throw a punch as hard as any of them, if not harder than most.

• In fact, he was fighting a fellow one evening in the ring and he hit him so hard that it knocked him out, and the powerful blow from Mancinni led to his death. The experts said that he threw an average of 150 punches per round. He literally beat his opponent into submission. Those who boxed ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven Is A Concert Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jun 24, 2013

Heaven is all about harmony, unity, a place where divisions will be past and we will be one Body. Heaven is a symphony where each movement is better than the one before. "You ain't heard nothin' yet!"

What’s the best concert you’ve ever been to? I have several: I remember going to Lincoln Center to hear the NY Philharmonic perform Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto #2. Seeing Paul McCartney in Frankfurt, Germany was quite an experience. Wynton Marsalis playing jazz in San ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:8-14

Denomination: Congregational

We Are Not Ignorant Of Satan’s Devices Or Schemes – Part 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Nov 28, 2023

Satan neither rests nor ceases his wickedness and intrusion into every human institution. We are not ignorant of his schemes. Here we consider Education decay, Satan’s part in Religion, the wedges of Division, and Prayer in Schools.

WE ARE NOT IGNORANT OF SATAN’S DEVICES OR SCHEMES – PART 2 We will continue the examination of the means Satan uses to bring destruction on people and nations. God says we are not ignorant of how Satan works – {{2Corinthians 2:11 “in order that no advantage be taken of us by Satan, FOR WE ARE ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:11, Proverbs 22:6, Colossians 2:23, Acts 15:37-39, Revelation 18:4-5, 2 Corinthians 6:16-18, Galatians 5:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons From Jeremiah – Part 22 – It Is Tragic When A Nation Finally Reaps The Sin It Has Sown – Sin Has Consequences Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jun 6, 2024

Numbed by the wickedness around, we can become ignorant of the hurting and suffering people in our world. Jerusalem was grossly corrupt and injustice thrived. The world must learn from this but it is not going so. Injustice and violence are everywhere. Wrath is coming.

LESSONS FROM JEREMIAH – PART 22 – IT IS TRAGIC WHEN A NATION FINALLY REAPS THE SIN IT HAS SOWN – SIN HAS CONSEQUENCES PART 22 - Jeremiah 6:6-12 CHAPTER 6 [A]. A CALL TO THE INVADERS, BUT A PLEA FOR JUDAH TO REPENT OF ITS WICKEDNESS {{Jeremiah 6:6 Thus says the LORD of hosts, “Cut down her ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 6:6-8, Genesis 6:5, Genesis 6:13, Isaiah 1:4-6, Luke 13:2-5, Jeremiah 6:9-12, 2 Chronicles 36:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does Patriotism Have To Do With Serving God In America?

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 6, 2010

Being Patriotic is a good thing! We live in a blessed nation and should be proud of our country, but as believers in America we need to understand about the foundation of our nation to fully appreciate it and realize it was very much part of God's plan!

SERMON BRIEF Date Written: July 1, 2010 Date Preached: July 4, 2010 Church: OPBC (AM) FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series: Special Events/Days Title: In America, what does Patriotism have to do with Serving God! Text: Hebrews 12:1-2 [ESV] 1 Therefore, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Among Secular Gods, Part 3 - Who's Mountain Are You Climbing? Answering Questions Of Humanism & Pluralism Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Oct 28, 2019

According to God's own Word, every nation tribe, people and language will be represented in heaven. It is important, however, not to confuse the reach of God's saving grace to all nations with a misconception that all roads lead to God.

To whom then will you compare me, that I should be like him? Says the Holy One. 26 Lift up your eyes on high and see: who created these? He who brings out their host by number, calling them all by name; by the greatness of his might and because he is strong in power, not one is missing. (Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:25-26, John 14:6, Romans 5:8, Revelation 7:9

Denomination: Brethren

One Generation From Extinction

Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 20, 2016

The unbelievable account of how a nation which was totally committed to God – in one generation – walked away from God and became an idolatrous nation.There’s an eerie parallel to America; we must contend for revival!

ONE GENERATION FROM EXTINCTION Judges 2:6-15 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: 1. Someone has said, “Children seldom misquote you. In fact, they usually repeat word for word what you shouldn't have said.” 2. You spend the first two years of their life teaching them to walk and talk. Then you ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:6-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Great Islamic Threat To The World – Its Aim Is World Domination – How It Progresses Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 24, 2024

The dramatic increase of Islam in the world is a concern for many. Islam has become very militant in almost every nation and the wars now fought are many because of Islamic terrorism. This article looks at how Islam progresses in the world’s nations.

THE GREAT ISLAMIC THREAT TO THE WORLD – ITS AIM IS WORLD DOMINATION – HOW IT PROGRESSES [A]. INTRODUCTION {{Matthew 13:24-25 He presented another parable to them saying, “The kingdom of heaven may be compared with a man who sowed good seed in his field but WHILE MEN WERE SLEEPING, his enemy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-25, Matthew 13:28, Genesis 15:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"who Do You Think You Are?" Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Aug 15, 2021

Jesus criticized the Pharisees for their inability to discern the signs of the times (Matthew 16:3). The signs of our times seem to be indicating an increasing hostility toward Christianity, which has lost its place as the nation’s primary guiding ethic.

You can run but you can’t hide. That’s certainly true today, amen? They not only know where you live and work, but probably know what kind of car you drive, when you take a shower, what’s your favorite flavor of ice cream or your favorite show on TV, what station you listen to in the car. They ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3-5, 1 Corinthians 4:9-13, 2 Timothy 3:12, 2 Corinthians 12:10

Denomination: United Methodist

In Anticipation Of Glory Series

Contributed by Terry Jones on Dec 6, 2008

In this second message of Advent Pastor Terry looks to the prophecies of Haggai’s Desire of Nations as Man’s hope for experiencing the Glory of God.

For the last three weeks we have been “majoring on the Minors” – the Minor Prophets that is, as we have looked at the coming of Christ, the Messiah through the prophetic eyes of men like Hosea, Zechariah and now, the prophet Haggai. Haggai and Zechariah came on the scene of Israel’s return from ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:6-7, Haggai 2:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational