Sermons on National Failure:

And Yet

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 28, 2010

God had chosen to work with the nation of Israel and yet they refused to do as God asked.

And Yet . . . / Luke 4: 21 – 30 Intro: There was once a family that owned a treasure that had been handed down from one generation to another for decades. It was a genuine antique Tiffany vase. It was kept on the mantel in the living room as a special object of enjoyment. One day when ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:21-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Ruin For The Wicked But Hope For A Remnant Series

Contributed by Rusty Tardo on May 10, 2009

This prophet predicts final ruin for a wicked and rebellious nation, yet hope remains for a remnant

Ruin for the Wicked but Hope for a Remnant Dr. Russell K. Tardo I. RUIN FOR THE WICKED BUT HOPE FOR A REMNANT 1I saw the Lord standing upon the altar: and he said, Smite the lintel of the door, that the posts may shake: and cut them in the head, all of them; and I will slay the last of them ...read more

Scripture: Amos 9:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Vision Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 21, 2015

Peter's vision reveals that all people from every nation are acceptable in God's Kingdom

Acts 10:1-17, 34-35 “The Vision” INTRODUCTION Recently a relative visited us for a few days this past year. She’d been to Surprise a few years ago and she was astonished at how Surprised had changed. Surprise had to change in order to accommodate increased population and a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-35

Denomination: Lutheran

The Cost Of Freedom Is Blood

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jun 3, 2014

Our nation was saved by the shedding of blood, our soul's are saved by the shedding of Jesus' blood.

John 8:36 If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed. What do you think of when you think of Memorial Day - the beginning of summer vacation, barbecues in the back yard, family get-togethers? While remembering certain things can be traumatic. The ability to remember is a ...read more

Scripture: John 8:36

Denomination: Pentecostal

Memorial Day

Contributed by Chris Beam on May 21, 2015

The biggest battle we, as Americans, are facing today is the battle for the very soul of our nation.

Memorial Day Daniel 5:1-31 Memorial Day is a time each year when we pause to remember those who laid down their lives for family, friends and freedom. One week after the Pearl Harbor attack President Franklin D. Roosevelt said, “Those who long enjoy such privileges that we enjoy forget in ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Brother Vs. Brother

Contributed by Alan Vaughn on Apr 3, 2011

It is amazing how a grudge between brothers ended up as judgment between two nations.

Brother vs. Brother By Alan Vaughn Text: Obadiah 1:12-14 (New International Version, ©2011) 12 You should not gloat over your brother in the day of his misfortune, nor rejoice over the people of Judah in the day of their destruction, nor boast so much in the day of their trouble. ...read more

Scripture: Obadiah 1:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mercy Triumphs Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Oct 4, 2017

Using the recent controversy of the NFL kneeling during the National Anthem, the need for mercy is illustrated.

Blessed are the Merciful CCCAG October 1st, 2017 Scripture- Matthew 5:7 I’m going to share something fresh from the headlines this morning. This is a very controversial topic for many, so I humbly ask you to listen with an open heart and mind and wait until I get this out before you shut mentally ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Names Shall Be Called Out!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 5, 2012

Friend, a day is coming when the nations will be gathered before Him. There is no hiding from Him!

Names shall be called out! Mathew 25:32 “All the nations will be gathered before Him, and He will separate them one from another, as a shepherd divides his sheep from the goats.” The book ‘Amen’, an autobiography of Sister Jesme, talks about her experience in the convent. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Biggest Old Testament Scandal

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Aug 24, 2023

Today when we watch the national news much of the time has to deal with scandals.

Scandals are not anything new to Washington D.C. In the past we have been made aware of: • Watergate scandal • Iran-Contra Affair Scandal • White Water Scandal • Bill Clinton–Monica Lewinsky Scandal • Chappaquiddick Scandal • Donald Trump Scandal • Joe Biden Scandal • Hunter Biden Scandal The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

What Will Happen To The Wicked?

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 29, 2022

The psalmist said, “The wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the nations that forget God.”

Illus: We get the picture of a herd of wild horses, kicking their heels up, just running and having a time. However, when they get to a certain place, a cowboy rushes from the rear of the herd to the front and turns the herd in the direction he wants them to go. God said, the wicked shall be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 9:17, Revelation 20:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Father Forgive Them… (Palm Sunday)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 6, 2022

Every four years our nation has to re-elect or elect a new president.

During the campaign season we watch the polls of these candidates go up and down from week to week like a yo-yo. The Presidents popularity can be 70 to 80% one day and a week later it might be below 50%. WHY DO THE POLLS GO UP AND DOWN? It has everything to do with the candidates doing something ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-16, Luke 23:33-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Mosaic Covenant In The Ten Commandments Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Mar 28, 2018

A sermon reflecting on the covenant God made with the nation of Israel through Moses and the Ten Commandments.

Judge Roy Moore was in the news most recently as a candidate for the U. S. Senate from Alabama. He lost to his Democratic opponent this past November, but long before that Senate race, Judge Moore became famous for his refusal to remove a plaque of the Ten Commandments from his courtroom wall. He ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

One Mother's Prayers

Contributed by Doug Fannon on May 14, 2018

Mother's Day Message how one mother's prayers (Hannah) changed the course of a nation.

1 Samuel 1:8–18 (NKJV) 8 Then Elkanah her husband said to her, “Hannah, why do you weep? Why do you not eat? And why is your heart grieved? Am I not better to you than ten sons?” 9 So Hannah arose after they had finished eating and drinking in Shiloh. Now Eli the priest was sitting on ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Pleading For God's Mercy

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Sep 24, 2016

This sermon reminds us of the power of intercessory prayer and the need to seek God for our nation.

Here are several principles found in Abraham prayer for Sodom. I. He was Connected to God. (God's friend) II. He was Convicted of sin's repercussion. (God forewarned him) vs 17-21 III. He drew Close to God. vs 23 IV. He was Concerned for Sodom. vs 23 V. He was Courageous in approach. vs ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:17-32

Denomination: Baptist

A Church On Mission Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 28, 2025

Living on mission by glorifying God and making disciples of Jesus among our neighbors and the nations.

A Church on Mission John 20:21-22; Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 1:8 Rev. Brian Bill April 26-27, 2025 It’s common for businesses, ministries, and churches to develop mission statements. I’m going to share a few of them, and if you know what company they represent, stand and shout it out (if you read ...read more

Scripture: John 20:21, Matthew 28:18-20, Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist