Sermons on Obscure:

Don't Waste Your Life Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 31, 2011

A comparison of the wasted life vs. the surrendered life.

INTRODUCTION A dairy farmer went to buy a new pickup truck. He had seen an ad in the paper about discounts and factory rebates, so he decided to trade in his old clunker. He chose a new model and was ready to write the check for the full amount. The salesman said, “Wait, I haven’t ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-28

Denomination: Baptist

By Grace Ye Are Saved 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on May 28, 2016

To establish the truth, “by grace ye are saved” is not through faith only - but through “the obedience to the faith”- that is – “the gospel of the grace of God.”

Thanks you for returning tonight. Before I begin, let me address a questions given to me regarding the message of this morning. Question: Who would be willing to subvert the plain teaching of the word? Answer: I cannot answer who would, but I can conjecture why. Some members on these translation ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Planned Giving Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 31, 2014

Planning our giving is taught in Scripture; it permits us to anticipate our worship.

“It is superfluous for me to write to you about the ministry for the saints, for I know your readiness, of which I boast about you to the people of Macedonia, saying that Achaia has been ready since last year. And your zeal has stirred up most of them. But I am sending the brothers so that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Love From Above Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 23, 2017

The coming of Christ as the Father’s Love from Above is exemplified through: 1) The Rejoicing of Love (Zephaniah 3:14), 2) The Reasons for Love (Zephaniah 3:15), and finally 3) The Results of Love (Zephaniah 3:16–17).

For those who love Christmas music, there is a wide range of preferences. Some prefer fast paced simple tunes that raise their spirits. Others prefer more obscure tunes that may have a tie to a particular event or family tradition. Some look primarily for theological accuracy while others like ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:14-17

Denomination: Other

The Character Of A Disciple: Humility Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on May 12, 2018

Humility is not thinking less of yourself but thinking rightly about yourself. It's getting and keeping a "right-sized" image of yourself by having a "right-sized" image of God.

How may of you dream or have ever dreamed of becoming famous? I mean REALLY famous? Can't go anywhere without being recognized famous? Remembered and adored long after you're dead famous? Ah ... glad to see that I'm not the only one. When I was in my twenties and thirties, I considered myself ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:6-9, Job 1:1-12, Matthew 11:28-29

Denomination: United Methodist

Don’t Let Satan Stop You Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

Once you become a Christian, the devil doesn’t give up on you. He just changes his strategy. What to do when Satan tries to hinder you.

INTRODUCTION This is the seventh message from my verse-by-verse series from 1 Thessalonians. Our theme is “Finding HOPE in a HOPELESS World.” This message is entitled, “Don’t Let Satan Stop You.” The devil is the root source of all the world’s problems. An old ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How To Have An Amazing Ministry

Contributed by Kraig Pullam on Feb 15, 2014

A Ministry of Greatness is a ministry that is Christ-centered and sanctioned on the eternal truths of God’s Word.

Ephesians 2:8-2:10 Believing God and belonging to God sets you up for some incredible/astounding/remarkable/amazing blessings. In a real sense, if you desire to live a life that has purpose/intention/reason and point—I want to share with you that that goal is NOT achievable nor attainable ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

It’s Time For A Little Father Son Talk

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 6, 2013

A review of Proverbs 3 verses 1 through 35

Proverbs 3: 1 – 35 It’s Time For A Little Father Son Talk 1 My son, do not forget my law, but let your heart keep my commands; 2 For length of days and long life and peace they will add to you. 3 Let not mercy and truth forsake you; Bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-35

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Inspecting Our Church Field-2(2015)

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 2, 2015

2 of ? Joshua sent spies to determine what they would encounter in the promised land. We can & should determine/examine what we will encounter on our church field. But what will we discover? Examining our church field, we discover People given to...

INSPECTING Our CHURCH FIELD-II—Joshua 2:1-24 Attention: Upon close examination, our perception of a situation may be much different than the reality. We may be surprised at what we find. We may be surprised at what we find on the church field. Joshua sent spies to determine what they ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Mary's Music Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 11, 2011

When we are humble the Holy One can use us.

Mary’s Music Luke 1:46-55 Rev. Brian Bill 12/11/11 I had the joy on Friday of being one of the chaperones for some of the junior highers at Pontiac Christian School while they rang bells for the Salvation Army at County Market. Joy is the right word because for 2 ½ hours this group of girls, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Baptist

A Response Of Saving Faith-1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 24, 2012

1 of ? The Hebrews writer recounted the very practical responses which faith had wrought in their forebears/ancestors. Saving faith yields practical responses to life. Saving faith meets life’s challenge with...

A RESPONSE Of SAVING FAITH-I—Hebrews 11:3-40 Attention: Faith’s response to life’s challenges Personal attempts to honor God in my work before entering pastoral ministry. Handing out Bibles to managers, etc. We indeed bring something of value to the table when we are saved! Need: The Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:4-40

Denomination: Baptist

The Mystery Of Israel’s Survival Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 5, 2014

What is their secret? Why have they outlasted EVERY one of their enemies? Overcame every adversity?

Giant Mysteries Series “The Mystery of Israel’s Survival” (Based upon Ron Philip’s book, Unexplained Mysteries of Heaven & Earth) June 1, 2014 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A In 1896, Mark Twain moved to Austria and witnessed ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:25

Denomination: Baptist

The Evolutionist Is A Fool Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 26, 2014

Those holding to evolutionary doctrine display a tragic lack of moral or ethical character.

"In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth." In years gone by I frequently addressed students enrolled in provincial and state colleges. Because of my training in the sciences, I was often asked to speak on the issue of origins. Especially along the West Coast of the United States ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Hunger

Contributed by Mark Jobe on Sep 15, 2011

You are made to hunger for God. May your holy hunger be unleashed. You have a hunger for God so awaken it. Bring it to life and reignite your appetite.

Opening ILLUS: A kindergarten teacher gave an assignment. The assignment was to draw a picture of a celebrity or an important person that had impacted your life. The children got busy drawing pictures, coloring and sticking out their tongues like little kids like to do when they're drawing. The ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:12-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Messiah Was Presented, But Few Were Ready Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 6, 2009

It is startling that so few people anticipated the Advent of God’s Messiah. However, few look for His presence today; and few will be anticipating His return.

LUKE 2:22-38 MESSIAH WAS PRESENTED, BUT FEW WERE PREPARED “When the time came for their purification according to the Law of Moses, they brought him up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord (as it is written in the Law of the Lord, ‘Every male who first opens the womb shall be called holy to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-38

Denomination: Baptist