Sermons on Nations In Decline:

Elijah's Breakthrough Part 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 18, 2020

Elijah was a prophet of God called out of obscurity to confront a wicked King and Queen of Israel. He became one of Israel’s most famous prophets and helped bring a breakthrough for the nation of Israel.

Video Transition: The Squirrel Story and the healing of our land. Just because we see the problems does not mean we are the ones who have to fix or can fix the problems. Why because God is the one who ultimately is the problem solver – whether it’s the provision of food and water in a national ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:38, 1 Kings 17:1-24, James 1:2-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Seven Churches Revealed—last Man Standing.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 21, 2020

Today we’re looking at the seven churches of Revelation. They were real churches just like Crane Eater Community Church. They existed at the end of the first century in what is today the nation of Turkey.

The Seven Churches Revealed—Last Man Standing. Revelation 2:8-11NLT I titled this message 'Last Man Standing' because when your faith is completely shaken and trials are chasing your peace away and tribulations are pressing your hope into despair. When all your friends have walked ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11, Proverbs 10:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jeshurun

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Sep 27, 2022

The name Jeshurun means “upright one” or “blessed one.” In the parallelism of Isaiah’s poetry, Jeshurun is a replacement for Jacob in the previous line. So we see that Jeshurun is a poetic reference to the nation of Israel.

Isaiah 44:1-5 1Yet now hear, O Jacob my servant; and Israel, whom I have chosen: 2 Thus saith the LORD that made thee, and formed thee from the womb, which will help thee; Fear not, O Jacob, my servant; and thou, Jesurun, whom I have chosen. 3 For I will pour water upon him that is thirsty, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 44:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Will The Righteous Do?

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Oct 27, 2022

This lesson establishes that righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to every people. The righteous of God will do justly, love mercy, and walk humbly before God. This lesson clarifies the 2020 election results.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. David’s Question 2. David’s Observation 3. David’s Answer Introductory Remarks. 1. David’s question: “If the foundation is destroyed, what can the righteous do?” Psalms 11:3. 2. David’s observation: “I was young, but now I am old, yet have I not seen the righteous ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:3, Psalm 37:21-27, Micah 6:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Shields Of Brass Or Gold?

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 12, 2022

Here, the Scripture portrays an Israelite king substituting true godliness with a cheap imitation in an attempt to fool the people of Israel into believing that the nation still had favor with God. But in reality, Israel was falling apart.

Some of the insights contained in this evening’s message were inspired by O. S. Hawkins’ book Shields of Brass or Shields of Gold? One day while Mr. Jones was chatting with Mr. Smith about yard work, Mr. Jones happened to mention that he had only cut the grass in his front yard that week because ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 12:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Your Overlooked Sin

Contributed by B. D. B Moses on May 2, 2022

Israel was caught unaware, as they were cheering the judgement of the nations around them. Amos points his finger to the covenant people Israel. He charges them of their own overlooked sins deserving judgement.

It shocks everyone. These crimes are so heinous: • Russian soldiers’ murder, torture, looting, rape against Ukrainian women, threats of violence, and inhumane treatment of POWs. • In Myanmar a massive wave of violence broke out in Rakhine State, forcing more than 700,000 people - half of them ...read more

Scripture: Amos 2:6-16

Denomination: Baptist

Amos - The Country Prophet (1:1-2:16) Part 1 Of 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Oct 26, 2009

A shepherd and gatherer of sycamore fruit called by God to prophesy - Am 7:14-15 b. Who proclaimed God’s message concerning eight nations, with an emphasis on the northern kingdom of Israel

"STUDIES IN THE MINOR PROPHETS" Amos - The Country Prophet (1:1-2:16) INTRODUCTION 1. In our survey of "The Minor Prophets", we have already considered... a. Obadiah, who prophesied of the judgment to befall Edom b. Joel, who proclaimed a locust plague as a harbinger of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How God Restores Israel (Ezekiel 37:15-28)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jun 10, 2024

Over the course of history, empires and tyrants have attempted to eradicate the name and nation of Israel. God has continued to watch over and protect them, and in the future, make Israel the center of the new earth.

Ezekiel 37:1-14 describes the nation of Israel as a desolate valley of dry bones, devoid of life and significance. Ezekiel, like most of his fellow Israelites, had given up on the idea of ever being restored as a country. They were now in the land of Babylon, exiled from everything they had held ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4, Psalm 2:1-12, Zechariah 12:2, Ezekiel 37:15-28

Denomination: Baptist

Nahum: Fall Of Assyria Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 12, 2023

Nahum was a patriotic saint who had a deep hatred for the Assyrian nation. He speaks nothing about the internal conditions of Judah and Jerusalem; he leaves that to his contemporaries Jeremiah, Habakkuk, and Zephaniah.

ILLUSTRATION: A few weeks ago my family and I WATCHED the latest Rocky Balboa movie, “CREED.” It was surprisingly a good movie, especially since this is the sixth SEQUEL and seventh MOVIE made in the Rocky series. Sequels, of course, are a continuation of a STORY. Hollywood has learned the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Honoring The Ultimate Sacrifice SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

On Monday, we remember and honor the brave Americans who have laid down their lives in defense of our nation since 1775. Their ultimate sacrifice is a testament to their love for our country and their fellow citizens.

On Memorial Day, our nation mourns the loss of all Americans who died defending our country throughout the world since 1775. This remembrance spans 248 years and includes 62 military actions that claimed 1.2 million lives. These men and women, though mostly anonymous, made the ultimate sacrifice ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Topics: Memorial Day, Sacrifice, Patriotism

Standing In The Gap As An Intercessor Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 18, 2025

Standing in the gap as an intercessor is a powerful and vital role in the body of Christ. God desires individuals who are willing to stand before Him, interceding on behalf of others—be it individuals, families, communities, or nations.

STANDING IN THE GAP AS AN INTERCESSOR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ezekiel 22:30 "And I sought for a man among them, that should make up the hedge and stand in the gap before me for the land, that I should not destroy it: but I found none." Supporting Texts: 1 Timothy 2:1-2, James ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:30, 1 Timothy 2:1-2, James 5:16, Romans 8:26-27, Jeremiah 29:7, Isaiah 59:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Book Of Lamentations – Part 20 – Bearing Persecution But The Lord Provides Mercy And Compassion - Chapter 3:30-32 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jun 6, 2025

We are going to look at reproach and then at the rejection of Israel before restoration. Compassion is of God and even in rejection the Lord is compassionate. The LORD has caused the nation grief but His compassion will bring them through.

THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 20 – BEARING PERSECUTION BUT THE LORD PROVIDES MERCY AND COMPASSION - CHAPTER 3:30-32 PART [28]. HUMILITY MEANS SUBMISSION IN GOD’S WILL {{Lamentations 3:30 “Let him give his cheek to the smiter. Let him be filled with reproach.”}} This verse ends the 5-verse ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:30, Philippians 2:5-11, Hebrews 10:32-33, Hebrews 11:26, John 16:33, Mark 8:38, Lamentations 3:31, Jeremiah 32:40-42, Romans 11:25-29, Lamentations 3:32  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Leadership Invites Judgement Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

1 Kings 14 is a deep lesson in the consequences of failed spiritual leadership. Jeroboam’s sin was not private—it was national and generational. He corrupted worship, hardened his heart, and misled a people.

WHEN LEADERSHIP INVITES JUDGEMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 14:1-31 Supporting Texts: Hosea 8:4; Ezekiel 18:30; Galatians 6:7-8; Psalm 33:12; 2 Chronicles 7:14 INTRODUCTION: 1 Kings 14 reveals the tragic consequences of spiritual failure in leadership. King Jeroboam, who had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 14:1-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Finding Out Who Really Cares

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 7, 2006

Who really cares about us? Not this world’s Herods, for fear lashes out destructively. We find care in those who, like the wise men, believe in us and give gifts for the future; and who, like Joseph, sacrifice for us. Epiphany at National Baptist Memor

Some people have friends. Some people have enemies. Most people have acquaintances. But everybody has people to do business with. The people you do business with -- usually, that’s not an intimate relationship. It’s a distant relationship, limited to transactions. We deal with people who may ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

America Needs The Truth!

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Dec 13, 2022

We are a nation in need of truth. But what is truth and what do we do with truth? Often times, whenever we know the truth, we pretend that we're ignorant of it, because we do not want the responsibility of living under it.

We are a nation in need of truth. But what is truth and what do we do with truth? Jesus said very clearly in John 8:32, "You shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free". These are two different statements that are put together in the context of this conversation. First is the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32

Denomination: Pentecostal