Sermons on Obedience And Transformation:

Sweet Temptation Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Oct 23, 2022

Ah ... free will. The ability to choose/decide for ourselves what is right and good and what isn't. However, as Solomon points out, we also got 'temptation' along with it and he beautifully illustrates the tension of temptation in Proverbs 9 between Lady Wisdom and Lady Folly.

Ah … it’s a familiar story. Eve is strolling through the beautiful Garden of Eden when she is surprised by a talking snake. “Hey, how ya doing?” “Fine.” “What ya doin?” “Oh, Adam and I are just walking around … taking in the beauty of God’s creation.” “Oh, yeah? Lovely. Say, what about ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:1-6, Romans 7:19, Romans 7:22-24, Psalm 104:24, Psalm 104:27-30, Proverbs 8:1-9, Proverbs 8:23-31, Proverbs 9:13-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

Kingdom Living - Humble, Holy, And Forgiving - Matthew 18 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 18, 2025

Living in GOD's KINGDOM means walking in humility, protecting others from sin, restoring the fallen, and forgiving like our KING. Jesus teaches how to live together as His followers - with humility, care for the vulnerable, accountability, and forgiveness.

2025.07.20. Sermon Notes. KINGDOM LIVING - HUMBLE, HOLY, AND FORGIVING - MATTHEW 18 William Akehurst, HSWC Scriptures: Matthew 18:1-35, 1 Corinthians 13:5, Psalm 103:12, John 6:35, 1 Corinthians 11:24, Mark 11:25-26, Luke 6:36 Living out Christlike humility, holiness, and forgiveness in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-35, 1 Corinthians 13:5, Psalm 103:12, Mark 11:25-26, Luke 6:36, John 6:35, 1 Corinthians 11:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Passover Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jun 2, 2025

Jesus is our Passover Lamb

The Story of Moses : Exodus 12 Passover Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 06-01–2025 In Christ Alone In 2013, the PCUSA (Presbyterian Church) was putting together a new hymnal and wanted to include “In Christ Alone.” But there was a problem. They didn’t like one of the lines ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Beautiful Feet!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jun 3, 2025

Beautiful Feet! - Romans chapter 10 verses 14-21 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: Fact: All heard (vs 14-17) Fact: Israel heard (vs 18-21) Fact: Israel refused (vs 19-21) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Nearly a quarter of all bones in our bodies are in our feet. • There are 26 bones in each foot, • As well as 33 joints, 19 muscles, • 10 tendons and 107 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:14-21

Denomination: Brethren

06. Persecuted For Christ Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jul 8, 2025

Today many churches are prone to avoid discussing the truth that faith in Jesus will not always bring sunny days and a care-free life. Quite the contrary. Faith in Jesus will put you at enmity with the world.

Persecuted for Christ Mark 26, 2023 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Matthew 5:5-6 This is a chapter that most people want to skip. Today many churches are prone to avoid discussing the truth that faith in Jesus will not always bring sunny days and a care-free life. Quite the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5-6

Denomination: Brethren

A Moses Moment

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 11, 2023

Have you ever had someone intentionally and constantly getting on your nerves? What about having a group of people constantly pushing your buttons? If you have, this message is for you!

A Moses’ Moment Scripture: Ephesians 6:12-13; Proverbs 29:11; Mark 11:12-17; Numbers 20:2-13 Ephesians 6:12-13 says the following; “(12) For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12-13, Numbers 20:2-13, Proverbs 29:11, Mark 11:12-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

3rd Sunday In Lent, Year A. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 16, 2023

MARCH 8th, 2026.

Exodus 17:1-7, Psalm 95:1-11, Romans 5:1-11, John 4:5-42. A). A PLACE OF NO WATER. Exodus 17:1-7. Moses must have been pretty near the end of his tether (Exodus 17:4). After all, the LORD had already heard the cries of His people in their bondage (Exodus 3:7), and sent Moses to them: but it ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7, Psalm 95:1-11, Romans 5:1-11, John 4:5-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pray For One Another Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 13, 2023

Prayer is our privilege and responsibility as disciples of Jesus. Praying for one another can make such a difference in each other's lives.

A. The story is told about three men who were hiking one day and unexpectedly came upon a large, raging river. 1. They needed to get to the other side, but had no idea of how to do so. 2. The first man prayed to God, saying, “Please God, give me the strength to cross this river.” a. Poof! God ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16, Ephesians 6:18, Acts 12:1-18, Matthew 7:7-11, Philippians 4:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The End Of Sin’s Oppression-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 5, 2022

2 of 2. The prophet Isaiah reveals God’s plan for alleviating the oppression of sin among mankind. God has a plan for ending the oppression of sin. BUT--What is God’s plan for ending that oppression? The promise to end sin’s oppression comes thru...

THE END OF SIN’s OPPRESSION-II—Isaiah 9:6-7 Attention: Need: To grasp the significance of sin’s oppression & effect on our lives. To recognize that the only solution for sin’s oppression is from God! The prophet Isaiah reveals God’s plan for alleviating the oppression of sin among ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Supporting Cast Of The Christmas Story Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Dec 22, 2022

Almost everywhere you turn in the Christmas story, you see an angel! We are better because God created the angels. The angels serve us, believers, and they serve the Christmas story.

It’s now just one week until Christmas! Christmas is so exciting for so many reasons. After all, you have presents carefully wrapped under the tree with your name on them! And some of the best food you’ll eat happens to be shared by friends and family. Whole neighborhoods are lit up with beautiful ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:4-14, 2 Kings 6:17, Exodus 3:2, Psalm 91:11, 2 Peter 2:11, 2 Corinthians 11:14, Genesis 19:1-10, Matthew 18:10, John 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Grow Your Faith Through The Lord's Fig Tree Miracle Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 23, 2022

Grow your faith... 1. On the Lord's humility (vs. 17-18). 2. On the Lord's ability (vs. 19). 3. For the Lord's priority (vs. 19). 4. On the Lord's integrity (vs. 20-22).

Grow Your Faith through the Lord's Fig Tree Miracle The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 21:17-22 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared December 23, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 21:17, and we will focus on the Lord's fig tree miracle. This miracle is only found here and in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

Introduction To Christian Living Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 11, 2024

First in series from James, Introduction to Christian Living

James 1 Introduction to Christian Living Some of ya’ll never consider how things get done around here. We are a small church, with a limited budget, and so the things done around here are done by volunteers. The place is mowed and trimmed by volunteers. The pavilion and plastic walls are cleaned ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Surviving Persecution And Affliction PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 13, 2025

Following Christ means embracing sacrifice and perseverance, trusting God’s presence and strength through hardship, and finding lasting hope and purpose in Him alone.

If you’ve ever watched a seasoned craftsman at work—hands steady, eyes kind, voice calm—you know the comfort of a good example. He doesn’t rush. He doesn’t grandstand. He lets you stand nearby, sleeves rolled up, and learn the rhythm of the work. That’s how Paul speaks to Timothy in this passage. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-12

Topics: Satisfaction, Christ

Abiding Peace PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 14, 2025

The sermon teaches that true peace comes from intentionally focusing our thoughts on what is good and true, rather than letting anxious thoughts control us.

Some weeks feel like the noise won’t quit. Screens glow. Headlines glare. Opinions shout. The heart pulls the covers over its head and hopes the storm will pass, yet the mind keeps humming—what if, what if, what if? Maybe that’s you today. You came to church with a smile that says "I’m fine," but ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

Topics: God's Peace, Longing

Grace Alone 102925 PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 15, 2025

God’s grace meets us in our sin and need, offering true freedom and acceptance through faith in Jesus, not our own efforts.

Some of us arrived today feeling like life has been a long hallway of closed doors. You knocked on the door of good intentions and it stayed shut. You jiggled the handle of self-improvement and it wouldn’t budge. You leaned your ear to the keyhole of religious busyness and heard only your own ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:19-28, John 8:31-36

Topics: Grace, Justification