Sermons on Oaths:

A Wife For Isaac Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jun 16, 2010

Let’s take a look at the right way to surrender important life choices to God and to be as certain as possible that we are in God’s will.

Well, folks today we’re going to talk about how Abraham let God choose a spouse for his son Isaac, but this young man’s idea was probably not quite what God had in mind. Let’s take a look at the right way to surrender important life choices to God and to be as certain as possible ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-21

The Lamp Of Life

Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Jul 10, 2011

God gives to us to light the path beneath our feet.

INTRO Let me ask you a couple of silly questions. Have you ever walked down a darkened hallway in the middle of the night, and then stubbed your toe, or bumped into a wall or something else? How about this one: have you ever walked outside at night without the use of artificial light and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:105-112

Denomination: Lutheran

Do Not Resist Series

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Jun 25, 2022

Many Christians believe that in Matthew 5:39 Jesus is calling us to pacifism. If that was the case, he would be negating the Old Testament! Jesus does call us to nonresistance, but in certain situations only - as his examples show. He isn't pacifist and he doesn't call us to to pacifism.

INTRODUCTION I trained to become a Baptist minister at Bristol Baptist College. While I was there, a Canadian couple called Tom and Rebecca Yoder Neufeld gave a talk. The Yoder Neufelds are Mennonites. Mennonites trace their origins to the Anabaptists, and the Yoder Neufelds were at Bristol ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

The Impossible Surprise Series

Contributed by Randy Shepard on Jan 5, 2019

Our God is a God of Impossible Surprises

The definition of the word advent is the arrival of a notable person, thing, or event. In the Christian church Advent is the first season of the church year that includes the four Sundays before Christmas Eve. Advent is a time for us to prepare to celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:57-66, Jeremiah 33:14-16, Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: United Methodist

Confidence During Uncertainty

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 21, 2022

Just like Abram, all we need to do is simply believe and trust in God. Yes, we can be confident in the times of uncertainty.

We have been talking about having confidence during certain times in our lives--confidence when fear surrounds us, and confidence during conflicting times. Today I want to look at being confident in times of uncertainty. If anyone knows about uncertainty, it's our world today. You all know ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-21, Psalm 33:4, Romans 4:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

Anchor Of Hope

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Nov 17, 2020

Jesus is our anchor of Hope in all storms and all of life. We must keep our eyes on Jesus

Anchor of Hope Hebrews chapter 6:13-20 Good Morning everyone What are you putting your hope in? What or who do you trust with your eternal and everlasting things? When this old world is done and you stand before the Lord of the universe- what will you be placing your hope in? Now more than ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:13-20

Denomination: Nazarene

This Is Us - Pt. 3 - Grown Ups Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Mar 22, 2017

Do we know who we are? With all of our hang-ups, challenges, gifts, warts and all, “THIS IS US!” Understanding our identity is essential for our health.

This Is US! Pt. 3 - Grown Ups I. Introduction “When I discover who I am, I’ll be free.” That was the declaration of the Ralph Ellison who was the author of the Invisible Man. Time and time again in Scripture we see folks who don't know who they are and they struggle and flounder ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:19-48

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Covenant Of Kindness Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Oct 21, 2024

What Tamarisk trees are you planting today - what will your legacy be? What are we doing to prepare and equip the next generation practically and spiritually to face life ... long after you and I are gone?

Last week, we were in the first part of Genesis 21 where Sarah gave birth to Isaac, 25 years after she and Abraham first received this promise from God. Though we sometimes have to wait for what seems like a long time to see a promise from God fulfilled, He is never too late, never too early - He ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:22-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What The Bible Says About Things That Accompany Salvation Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 30, 2012

One misleading notion that has stopped the spiritual growth of countless Christians is the idea of salvation is a termination point rather than a starting point. It is almost as though some people, when they are saved, look back on that experience and sa

Title: What the Bible Says About Things That Accompany Salvation Text: “But, beloved, we are confident of better things concerning you, yes, things that accompany salvation, though we speak in this manner” (Heb. 6:9) Scripture Reading: Hebrews 6:7-12 Let’s begin our study ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Commanded Blessings

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Sep 24, 2012

God has commanded blessings in the area of giving, unity, and upon His people (Numbers 6). "God, teach me to give to You, as You have given to me, lest You give to me, as I have given to You."

The Commanded Blessing Today we are going to speak on the subject of the commanded blessing. We will explain what a commanded blessing is, the areas God commands blessings, and I will break down the commanded blessing in Numbers chapter 6. As we look in the scriptures we see that God commands ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:22-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Completing Our Initiation Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 26, 2009

Baptism is called the “portal to all the sacraments,” but it is our participation in the Eucharistic sacrifice which perfects within us the gifts given to us at Baptism.”

January 26, 2009 Timothy and Titus Sacramentum Caritatis On this feast of Saints Timothy and Titus, who are linked forever in the Church’s memory with St. Paul, whose conversion we celebrated yesterday, we continue with the Holy Father to reflect on the relationship between the Blessed Eucharist ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-4

Denomination: Catholic

Always Right To Do Right Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 11, 2024

The disciple has one overweening concern–the proclamation and living of the kingdom of God.

Saturday of the 10th Week in Course 2024 Following the Lord Jesus is not easy, although His yoke is light and not burdensome. How can I say two seemingly contradictory things? Following Christ is the right thing to do; we probably all believe that or we would not be together in Church, at least ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:19-21, Psalm 16:1-10, Matthew 8:21-34, Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Catholic

Sacramental Life In The Spirit Of Christ

Contributed by Charles Scott on Oct 17, 2006

Sacraments are signs that God is working in the midst of his people: they point toward the grace of God and proclaim the saving work of Jesus Christ.

SACRAMENTAL LIFE OR LIFE IN THE SPIRIT OF CHRIST I Corinthians 11:23-26 For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you: The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, "This is my body, which is for you; do this in ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Life In The Spirit Of Christ

Contributed by Charles Scott on Oct 21, 2006

Jesus promised to continue with his Church: he is really present in Word and SAcrament and in the life of the Church through the indwelling Spirit.

SACRAMENTAL LIFE OR LIFE IN THE SPIRIT OF CHRIST Matthew 28:18-20 The word sacrament comes into English from a Latin word meaning oath. Christians, in using this word, are saying in this act we acknowledge God is keeping his promise. In the English Church (Anglican) Tradition, there are 7 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Anglican

The Equipment Safeties (Lesson 3) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Feb 18, 2021

To establish that the Christian must prepare to be fit-to-fight. Paul gives the saints at Ephesus their operations order to engage the forces of evil successfully. It outlines the enemy situation, rules of engagement, and equipment safeties (protections).

INTRODUCTION Outline. 3. The Equipment Safeties Remarks. 1. This is lesson three in this sermon-series: “Fit-to-Fight,” “The Equipment Safeties,” in “Ephesus’ Operations Order.” This lesson will deal with the saint’s equipment safeties required: for battle in their spiritual warfare, against the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20, 2 Corinthians 10:3-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ