Sermons on Obeying Authority:

Why Do Innocent People Suffer?

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jul 13, 2022

Beloved Saints, the attacks on our faith are designed to conform us into the image of God’s Son, making us to become humble servants because they teach us to learn how to apply the truth of God’s word in greater ways to our situations, therefore God's love is without question toward his people.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Habakkuk 1:13) NASB "Your eyes are too pure to approve evil, And You cannot look on wickedness with favor. Why do You look with favor On those who deal treacherously? Why are You silent when the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:13, Job 1:9, John 11:3-6, Isaiah 53:10-12, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Romans 8:22-28, Revelation 13:8, Psalm 34:19, Habakkuk 1:13, Habakkuk 3:17-18, 1 Peter 4:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Anticipating His Return: The Ascension And Second Coming Of Christ Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 6, 2024

The ascension and promised second coming of Christ anchor our faith and ignite our hope. As we await His return, may we be found faithful, serving Him wholeheartedly, and proclaiming His gospel.

Anticipating His Return: The Ascension and Second Coming of Christ Introduction: Today, we explore the profound truths surrounding the ascension of Jesus Christ and the anticipation of His glorious second coming. These events shape our understanding of redemption, hope, and our role as faithful ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:9-11, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Titus 2:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Majesty Of God: Embracing His Sovereignty 1 Chronicles 29:11 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 4, 2024

In 1 Chronicles 29:11, we discover the majesty of God and the depth of His sovereignty. This verse calls us to recognise God's supreme authority and glory.

The Majesty of God: Embracing His Sovereignty 1 Chronicles 29:11 Introduction: Today, we turn our attention to a powerful verse in 1 Chronicles. As we explore 1 Chronicles 29:11, we will discover the majesty of God and the depth of His sovereignty. This verse calls us to recognize God's ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:11, Psalm 24:1, Colossians 1:16-17, Psalm 95:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Live In Harmony

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jan 20, 2025

Last week, in the first part of First Corinthians chapter one, we saw that Paul was thankful for how God's grace was making a difference in the lives of the Christians at Corinth. Yet, it was a church full of problems.

Alba 1-19-2025 LIVE IN HARMONY I Corinthians 1:10-17 Today's message is Live In Harmony. Here is something that was in Readers Digest. This person said, “To save money, I suggested to one of my grown sons that we all live together in one house. I could tell he didn’t think it would be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Instructions For Ministry (Matthew 10:5-42)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 10, 2025

In these verses, Matthew describes the responsibilities given to the apostles by the Lord Jesus. He anointed them with special powers and abilities to show people the power of God but also warned Mark 13;9-13of coming persecution for the cause of the Gospel.

The Lord Jesus gave the apostles specific responsibilities and gifts to minister to the lost sheep of the house of Israel. His role as the Promised Messiah would be to not deliver the nation from the bondage of Rome, but to free them and all people from a far worse bondage, that of sin and it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:5-15, Mark 6:7-13, Mark 13:9-13, Luke 9:1-6, Luke 21:12-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

In The Beginning ... Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jan 1, 2023

Understanding (and being able to defend) creation is critical for all believers. Why? Because, Creation causes us to marvel at who God is by seeing His complete authority over everything.

Alpha and Omega, Part 1 “In the beginning …” Genesis 1:1-5 Introduction - Begin the year with “one purpose”: Knowing there is a God! -- Resolutions change and fluctuate, so instead let’s go with “one purpose” -- This will frame our year, word: GROW; and allow us to dive deeper - ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Light In The Darkness Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 18, 2022

When God says it, that settles it.

During the summer between my first and second year at Moody Bible Institute, I had the privilege of teaching at a Bible College in Zimbabwe, Africa. This experience marked my life and ministry in countless ways. One of the memories I have is how dark it was at night. Because we were in a rural ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:2-5

Denomination: Baptist

Rapture Ready--Living With Authentic Faith Matthew 23 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Sep 14, 2025

To be rapture ready, we must move from empty religion to authentic relationship with CHRIST. JESUS condemns hypocrisy and calls us to authentic faith expressed in humility, obedience, and servant leadership. Outward show can’t replace inward surrender. Be watchful. Be faithful. Be ready.

2025.09.14 Sermon. RAPTURE READY_LIVING WITH AUTHENTIC FAITH_WOE TO HYPOCRISY, YES TO HUMILITY Matthew 23 William Akehurst, HSWC Scripture Readings Matthew 23:1-39, 2 Timothy 3:5, James 1:22, Philippians 2:3, Luke 12:1, John 10:9, 1 Timothy 6:5, Micah 6:8, Matthew 15:8, 1 Samuel 16:7, Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-39, 2 Timothy 3:5, James 1:22, Philippians 2:3, Luke 12:1, John 10:9, 1 Timothy 6:5, Micah 6:8, Matthew 15:8, 1 Samuel 16:7, Matthew 5:20, Matthew 7:21-23, Revelation 3:1-3, 2 Peter 3:9, John 14:3, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18, Matthew 24:44, Matthew 23:12, 1 Thessalonians 5:6, Matthew 23:39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Becoming A Holy Family Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 29, 2022

Joseph, Mary and Jesus give us a model of the family all of ours should strive to become.

Feast of the Holy Family 2022 If there is anything we can be certain of when we consider the past fifty or sixty years, it is that there has been a massive cultural, media and even governmental assault on the natural family. I say “natural” family because one of the prongs of this assault has been ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-21, Psalm 128:1-5, Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Catholic

Dr. Jesus - Mark 1:40-2:20 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 1, 2023

To receive forgiveness, realize your disease, have faith, and follow him. And once you’re forgiven, obey, invite others, and rejoice.

Mark 1:40 A man with leprosy came to him and begged him on his knees, “If you are willing, you can make me clean.” 41 Filled with compassion, Jesus reached out his hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” he said. “Be clean!” 42 Immediately the leprosy left him and he was cured. 43 Jesus sent him ...read more

The Canadian Workplace Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 4, 2007

Christian employees are to respect and obey their employers. The apostle issued his command as both 1) a mandate and 2) a motive for submission.

A report released by UNICEF entitled The State of the World’s Children says millions of children every year end up disappearing. Many, it says, end up forced into work domestic labour. "A vast but unknown number of children are exploited as domestic servants in private homes." The births of many of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:18-20

Denomination: Other

A Family Of Harmony: Husbands, Wives, And Children

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 24, 2021

The Bible never calls on husbands to make their wives submit. Wives, this is something you voluntarily do – this isn’t forced on you by your husband.

Keep your Bibles open to Colossians 3 with me. If you are a guest, please visit our QR Code or the communication card – we would love for you to let us know about your spiritual needs. You can also chat with a pastor if you are worshipping with us online. The hope of America is vibrant churches ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Tie That Binds Us

Contributed by Darin Gary on Jun 25, 2016

There are some Biblical commands concerning Church purity, integrity, and authority that 21st Century Christians SHOULD BE SEEKING and MAINTAINING.

THE TIE THAT BINDS US (Philippians 2:1-2) “…if there is any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any affection and mercy, [2] fulfill my joy by being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.” These days ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-2

Denomination: Other

How Do I Know If I Am Guilty Of Breaking The Ten Commandments?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 25, 2023

Scripture tells us what we are to do but do we truly obey? I do not do that, do I?

In the wake of getting away from the Egyptians through the Red Sea, the Israelites went through the wilderness and showed up at Mount Sinai. It is here that the Ten Commandments and guidelines on how to fabricate the Tabernacle were given to them. We also find out the significance of obedience to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus’ Final Instructions, Part 2

Contributed by Craig Condon on Sep 22, 2015

When we love Jesus, we will obey his commandments and we will not find them burdensome. On the contrary, we will obey them joyfully, because the Holy Spirit inspires us to go into the world and share God’s love, even if the world can’t or won’t accept it.

What would qualify a person as a “real Christian?” What daily practices would they have to observe? What would they have to know? These questions and others like them would be interesting topics for an information session or a class for new believers. There is one basic thing that each ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21

Denomination: Anglican