Sermons on Numbed To What Is Right:

The Teflon Don

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 23, 2018

A study in the book of 1 Kings 2: 1 – 46

1 Kings 2: 1 – 46 The Teflon Don 2 Now the days of David drew near that he should die, and he charged Solomon his son, saying: 2 “I go the way of all the earth; be strong, therefore, and prove yourself a man. 3 And keep the charge of the LORD your God: to walk in His ways, to keep His statutes, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 2:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Matter Of Motives

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 29, 2022

Have you ever heard anyone say a person, “LACKS MOTIVATION!”

Illus: On a national television program they had a power lifting competition. These BIG FELLOWS would walk up to a bar of weights that would take six or seven men in this congregation to pick up. One after the other they would walk up to the bar and powder their hands and would work at getting ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Burning Bush

Contributed by D. Walls on Nov 18, 2011

Talks about how holy God is in relation to man.

“THE BURNING BUSH” TEXT: Exo 3:4 And when the LORD saw that he turned aside to see, God called unto him out of the midst of the bush, and said, Moses, Moses. And he said, Here am I. B.R.: EX. 3:1-4 INTRODUCTION: As I read in our bible passage, we find Moses keeping his ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-4

Denomination: Holiness

Standing Steadfast In Righteousness

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Oct 25, 2024

We are about to embark upon a great privilege given us by God Almighty, an offering of participation in the future of our lives; whether to abide in the guidance of God Almighty or to be left to the abominations of the king–nation’s leader.

We have heard it said that we must obey the powers of earth; kings, rulers, laws, etc. for they have been ordained by God. Romans 13:1. 13 Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. Is this an absolute command? Are we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58, 2 Chronicles 15:1-18, Acts 5:29, Proverbs 29:2, Proverbs 29:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jonah - A Lesson In What Not To Do

Contributed by David Petticrew on Mar 19, 2003

A look at how Jonah got it wrong and how we can get it right, by understanding and acting on the grace of God.

Introduction A long time ago in a country far, far away, there lived a prophet, God sent him a message of destruction. The country was corrupt, responsible for murder and cruelty. The prophet said, “Wait a minute God, if I go preaching against them they’ll kill me I don’t want to go.” There was ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Fully Equipped For Godly Living Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 23, 2018

Message 19 in our exposition of Paul's letter to the Corinthians. This message takes a side trip to 2 Peter 1 to explore God's provision for living godly in and ungodly world

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Fully Equipped for Life and Godliness” 2 Peter 1:3-11 Review I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 A. Reproof for a divided church 1-4 B. Reproof for a defiled church 5 C. Reproof for a defeated church 6 1. Defeated by lawsuits before ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

What Does It Take To Give Birth To Your 'vision?' Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 18, 2005

Joseph and Mary had to be taxed, be at the right place at the right time to give birth to Jesus (their vision / mission).

Subject: Why did Joseph and Mary travel from Galilee to Judea when Jesus was to be born? Complement: To be registered / taxed and to be at the right place at the right time to give birth to Jesus. Idea: Joseph and Mary traveled from Galilee to Judea to be registered / taxed and to be at the right ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thumbs Up!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 7, 2018

Pastor, church and rebuking spiritual leaders are your RIGHT THUMB which he would cut off and maim you. Caveat!

Thumbs up! Judges 1:6“Adoni-bezek fled; and they pursued him and caught him and cut off his thumbs and big toes.” We hear an incident in the Bible about a Canaanite king Adoni Bezek; when the people of God went for war against the Canaanites , he tried to flee but they caught him and did ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rip The Roof Off

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Apr 25, 2017

commitment

Rip the roof off (Luke 5:17-20) Illus: 1 I heard a story about a dude who brought a friend to church who only typically attended twice a year: on Christmas and Easter . As they were walking out after the service was over – the pastor was standing at the door shaking everyone’s hands. He grabbed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Looking For God Somewhere He Will Never Be. Series

Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on Jul 1, 2015

Church Going Folks Are Running Scared Since They Are Looking For God Somewhere He Will Never Be. I Will Pray Your Courage Returns.

My beloved brothers and sisters inside the household of the God of Abraham and to those of us who just attend a church building; I am praying that your courage return. Since the recent shooting in Charleston, SC, it saddens my heart to see that most Americanized churchgoers are currently running ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-7

Denomination: *other

Baptism: Where We Have Been Right Series

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Apr 18, 2003

Number One in a Four Part Look at Baptism. This sermon talks about what the Churches of Christ have to offer on the topic of Baptism.

You know you are Church of Christ if… You have ever heard an invitation at a Funeral and a wedding You have never been in a sanctuary but you have been in lots of auditoriums Sermons on the Birth of Christ always come in July A Church get together always involved Pot Luck If you had ever ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Be Right In The Middle Of God's Will (Acts -- Part 16) Series

Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Jan 15, 2005

What to know in order to live a successful life...

How to be right in the middle of god¡¦s will Acts Series: ¡§Completely Irreligious, Yet Radically Christian¡¨ Part 16 Pastor Jeff Christopherson May 4, 2003 Acts 9:1-31 WHAT TO KNOW IN ORDER TO LIVE SUCCESSFULLY: I. THE PLAN: (Understand God¡¦s Eternal Purpose) ¡§You will ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

What Makes For A Real Christmas Spirit

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Dec 12, 2006

What is important to remember this Christmas so that we can maintain the right spirit

Text: Luke 1:46-55 Title: What makes for a real Christmas Spirit? Introduction Earlier this week one of our local radio stations had people call in with their nomination for “Worst Christmas Song ever.” Nominations so far include “The Chipmunks Christmas song”, “I saw Santa kissing mommy”, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Seeing Is Believing, "But Only Faith Moves The Hand Of God!"

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on May 26, 2013

At what point did Peter start to sink into the water? The moment he took his eyes off of Jesus and started to think about what was going on around him and the way he was feeling about the situation that he was in! Right?

Seeing is believing, "But Only Faith Moves The Hand Of God!" Eph. 5:18-20 MSG. 16-18. Be cheerful no matter what; pray all the time; thank God no matter what happens. This is the way God wants you who belong to Christ Jesus to live. How many have ever heard the saying, “getting old is not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:25-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is This Thing Called Love?

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 26, 2023

What is love, that we should know when we have it? Is love a feeling? a right? an instinct? What is love?

Some enchanted evening you will meet a stranger across a crowded room. Neither of you has a clue what the other is like. But your heart rate goes up and your imagination goes into overdrive and, well, you know how it goes, right? Happily ever after is just around the corner. Is this love? On her ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed