Sermons on Natural Branches:

Supernatural Or Superficial

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 9, 2022

When we go into a building filled with people we never know who might be among us.

Illus: Years ago, Dr. Odell Belger, pastor of Lykesland First Baptist Church in Columbia, SC, went into a restaurant to get a cup of coffee. This particular restaurant had a lunchroom and a counter that you could sit at to eat your meal. He saw a man that he knew sitting at the counter, the seat ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Angels Ascending And Descending

Contributed by Victor Yap on Sep 19, 2022

Revelation 10

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Denomination: Independent/Bible

Glory Of The Believers Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 15, 2022

The Church has lost primary focus on Missions and Evangelism, fellowship rather involved accusing one another on the basis of food, clothes, and a few habits pertaining to various cultural identities, causing many to stumble in their faith walk and lose their commitment to Christ and to the Church.

Romans 14:17-23 Glory of the believers Nature of the Kingdom of God Paul points out to his readers and listeners that the Kingdom of God is not related to food habits and approved drinks. The Kingdom of God is spiritual, apolitical, and beyond food and drinks. Discussion of Foods and their habits ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:17-23

Denomination: Methodist

Your Spirit Series

Contributed by Andre King on Mar 21, 2019

People have many natures. Some are "sweet". Others are "mean". Some are passive. Some are "intense". Whatever your nature, it was given by God but shaped by the world. Is yours under God's control?

GENESIS 1:26-27 - THEN GOD SAID, "LET US MAKE MAN IN OUR IMAGE, ACCORDING TO OUR LIKENESS; AND LET THEM RULE OVER THE FISH OF THE SEA AND OVER THE BIRDS OF THE SKY AND OVER THE CATTLE AND OVER ALL THE EARTH, AND OVER EVERY CREEPING THING THAT CREEPS ON THE EARTH." GOD CREATED MAN IN HIS ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:7, Job 32:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Soul And Spirit Series

Contributed by Andre King on Mar 21, 2019

The soul and spirit of man are connected. What is the difference? How are they "divided" in the context of Hebrews 4:12.

• IN OUR SERIES ON THE DIMENSIONS OF YOU WE HAVE SPOKEN OF YOUR SOUL. • THAT’S THE PART OF MAN THAT GIVES US THE ABILITY TO THINK AND REASON. • WE’VE ALSO TALKED ABOUT YOUR SPIRIT. • YOUR SPIRIT IS THE PART OF MAN THAT IS YOUR TRUE NATURE. • THE WAY YOU REALLY ARE INSIDE. • WE SAID THAT SOUL ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12, Isaiah 55:10-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Is Our Refuge And Strength Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 1, 2020

Psalm 46:1-11 shows us God's supremacy over all things.

Scripture Wally and Eleanor Turnbull, veteran missionaries to Haiti, collected and translated the prayers of some Christians who live in the mountains of Haiti. These profound and child-like prayers are recorded in their book God Is No Stranger. Here are just four prayers about God’s grace and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

El Shaddai, Who Supplies Your Needs Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on May 3, 2019

God is faithful to His nature. “Faithful is he that calleth you, who also will do it” (1 Thess. 5:24).

A. INTRODUCTION 1. God is denim, strong enough to solve our problems. 2. God is lace, tender in His care for us. B. THE MEANING OF ALMIGHTY GOD 1. The name Almighty used for God is a compound of El (Elohim-God) or Jehovah (LORD), plus an attribute. a. El is the strong God/Creator. b. Shaddai is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:24, Psalm 91:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Crisis Of Christian Identity Theft

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Oct 9, 2020

People who feel a deep emptiness or a great deal of self-doubt can also feel as if their identity is being stolen

I have always been a 'car guy.' I have had a serious interest in them for as long as I can remember. I also worked in the Automobile Industry and wrenched on so many vehicles I owned over the years that I have lost count. Countless years ago, when I was a teenager, I had a car that was ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:9, John 3:3, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Philippians 3:12-14, 1 Corinthians 13:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Earthquakes Examined Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 20, 2021

The first thing I learned about earthquakes in the New Testament is that they can be completely positive with no harmful effects. Our text is a case in point. Paul and Silas are delivered from prison by the violent earthquake that opened all the doors.

It was in Santa Clara, California, in the summer of 1988 that Lavonne and I experienced our one and only earthquake. We were in a motel and the bed began to vibrate like it does when you put a quarter in the machine at the side of the bed. It only lasted a few seconds, but even that made ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:22-34

Philip: The Analytical Disciple Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 6, 2023

Philip lived by sight, but Jesus called for him (and us) to walk by faith (2 Corinthians 5:7).

“The following day Jesus wanted to go to Galilee, and He found Philip and said to him, ‘Follow Me.’ Now Philip was from Bethsaida, the city of Andrew and Peter.” John 1:43-44, NKJV A. APPROACH 1. Philip is the fifth disciple called by Jesus and always listed fifth when the disciples are named. ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-22, 2 Corinthians 5:7

Denomination: Baptist

Protection Against Temptation Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 12, 2023

Confess your sins, repent and determine not to do them again, God remembers them no more.

“You will not be tempted to sin with any greater enticement than any other believers have faced, but you can be victorious over your temptation. Remember God is faithful and will not let you be tempted beyond your ability to resist it. He will always make a way to endure it without yielding to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding Jesus' Declaration: "none Are Good, No, Not One"

Contributed by Ronald Moore on Nov 5, 2023

The words of Jesus in the Bible are profound and often leave us pondering their meanings. One such statement, found in the New Testament, is Jesus' declaration that "none are good, no, not one."

The words of Jesus in the Bible are profound and often leave us pondering their meanings. One such statement, found in the New Testament, is Jesus' declaration that "none are good, no, not one." These words can be challenging to understand, but they offer a valuable insight into the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:18, Luke 18:19, Romans 3:22-24

Denomination: Anglican

Psalm 90 Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 6, 2023

Your time on earth. “Make each day count so you can live wisely.”

All Scriptures are from The Bible by Jesus A. YOUR TIME ON EARTH: PSALM 90:1-12, 17 “I, the LORD, have been your dwelling place throughout all generations. Before I created the mountains, even before I created the earth, even from everlasting to everlasting, I am God. I determined that all ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Christians Fight Losing Battles And Yet Win The War

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jul 7, 2023

Paul talks about fighting against his own sinful nature as a wretched sinner.

7.8.23 Romans 7:15–25a 15 I do not understand what I am doing, because I do not keep doing what I want. Instead, I do what I hate. 16 And if I do what I do not want to do, I agree that the law is good. 17 But now it is no longer I who am doing it, but it is sin living in me. 18 Indeed, I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Character Reaps Fruit - The Year Of The Lord’s Favour

Contributed by Graham Kettle on Feb 26, 2024

We are called to be disciples who carry out Jesus’ great commission. The Bible is essential to build ourselves up to be active and effective believers. However, it’s important, with that knowledge, for Christians to look at the fruit Godly character needs to produce in our lives.

CHARACTER REAPS FRUIT - THE YEAR OF THE LORD’S FAVOUR We are called to be disciples who are to carry out the great commission that Jesus gave to His church. Knowing the Bible is very important to build ourselves up to be active and effective believers. However, it is also important, with that ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God