Sermons on Obstructions:

Impossible Love Part 3 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 29, 2018

Message 36 in our exposition of 1 Corinthians. This is the third of six messages exploring the meaning and practice of true love.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Impossible Love” Part Three Introduction The current stop in our exploration of Paul’s letter to the believers meeting in Corinth written a couple thousand years ago deals with love. The principles taught here are as relevant to the health ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

God, Man, And Nature

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Mar 6, 2016

Where did we come from? Do our lives matter? Is this all that there is? Our passage answers such questions.

Genesis 1:1-31 God, Man, and Nature 1/10/16 D. Marion Clark Introduction Where did we come from? Do our lives matter? Is this all that there is? Our passage this morning answers such questions. Text God the Creator In the beginning, The beginning of Scripture takes us to the beginning of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

No Condemnation

Contributed by Michael Carter on Nov 9, 2019

Living in Christ means that our minds and hearts will continue to grow and conform in Him, but our old selves don't want to let go and our common enemy will find ways to remind us of our failures.

No Condemnation Just a show of hands please. Who here wants to live a life of regrets? Ok. And a show of hands for who wants to life a life of rejection? Anyone? OK. How about a show of hands for who wants to have a life of pain and anguish? What? No takers? Hard crowd. Ok, let me try another ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1, Romans 7:21-25

The King And The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 8, 2021

When we pray, "Thy kingdom come", we really mean just that. May your rule come into our lives, our community, our nation, and our world, that we might be guided by your authority, and not lose the power and light it brings.

For 13 years he was one of the greatest rulers Russia ever had. In 1547, when he took the throne, he sought for a Queen, and found one he loved so dearly that together they made their kingdom a kingdom of love. The king became a friend of the poor and suffering, and he built churches, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:7-15

An Encouraging Word Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 12, 2018

34th in a series from Ephesians dealing with controlling our tongue and encouraging one another.

“An Encouraging Word” Ephesians 4:29 REVIEW I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 II. Our Worthy Walk in Christ 4-6 A. Live in Unity 4:1-16 B. Live in Newness of life 4:17-24 C. Live in Love 4:17-24 1. Speak truth not falsehood 4:25 2. Be angry without sinning 4:26-27 ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Weapon Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 30, 2021

The point of forgiving is to get Satan's foot out of the door of your life so that he cannot use the offenses of the past to spoil your present and future.

Paul Aurandt tells this story of General Thomas Jackson who was the right arm of General Lee. The Confederate soldiers were so impressed with his bravery in battle as he stood out in front that they called him Stonewall Jackson. His first brigade was the most devastating war machine the South had ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:5-11

Update: Signs Of The Times - March 2025 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 14, 2025

What if I told you those who prayed silently are now guilty of thought crime? Free speech is being slain. I share part of a fantastic speech by VP J.D. Vance. Christians are heading for difficult times. This article looks at some of the significant recent happenings.

UPDATE: SIGNS OF THE TIMES - MARCH 2025 WHY DO WE BOTHER TO CONSIDER THE AFFAIRS OF THE WORLD? [A]. INTRODUCTION It is not beneficial to be weighed down by the bad things in the world, and some get depressed by such things. Like most aspects of life we need to be balanced and sober. It is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:6-8, Matthew 16:2-3, Daniel 2:32-35, Revelation 13:1, Genesis 12:3, Revelation 11:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Dangerous Christian Pt 1

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Dec 2, 2024

Surely as Blood washed Spirit filled Fire Baptized Christians we should be considered a threat to hell. When the devil looks at you, he should see a Dangerous Christian. Not just a believer trying to hold out till Jesus comes, but a true warrior, tearing the devils kingdom down.

Mark 16:16-18 KJV... He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned. [17] And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; [18] They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:18-20, Luke 10:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Life Intercepted By God-1(2024)

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 9, 2024

1 of 3. The apostle Matthew recorded some key elements/aspects surrounding the conception & birth of Jesus, from Joseph’s perspective. ?What can be learned from Joseph’s perspective about Jesus’ beginnings? Lessons learned from a life intercepted by God. Life Intercepted By God...

LIFE INTERCEPTED By GOD-I—Matthew 1:18-19(:18-25) Attention: One day, in 1986, before I knew Jesus, I was sitting the living room of my, my wife’s, & our infant daughter’s newly purchased home in Savannah, Georgia. I was watching a Sunday Bible Study program aired by a local pastor. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-19, Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Book Of Galatians – Chapter 5:7-11 Message 18 – Disobedience; Division; Study Of Leaven; Stumbling Blocks Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jun 21, 2024

What does the scripture teach about leaven? The Galatians, through disobedience had departed from Christ, and Paul has confidence they will return. We look at stumbling blocks and returning from sin. What is the offence of the cross?

THE BOOK OF GALATIANS – CHAPTER 5:7-11 MESSAGE 18 – DISOBEDIENCE; DIVISION; STUDY OF LEAVEN; STUMBLING BLOCKS We continue this vital study of Galatians so that our faith is secured in the realities of faith, and not pushed around by the whims of men and false teaches. These Galatian Christians ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:7, Galatians 1:8-9, Galatians 5:8, 2 Corinthians 2:11, 1 Corinthians 14:33, Galatians 5:9, Exodus 12:8, Exodus 12:19, Leviticus 2:4-5, Mark 8:15, Matthew 16:11-12, 1 Corinthians 5:6-8, Matthew 13:33, Galatians 5:10, John 16:7-8, Galatians 5:11, 1 Corinthians 1:23-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Blessed Are The Forgiven Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 13, 2024

Psalm 32:1-11 teaches us fundamental truths about sin that causes believers to give thanks to God for the forgiveness of their sins.

Introduction Psalm 32 is one of eight Thanksgiving Psalms. A Psalm of Thanksgiving may be defined as “a song offering gratitude to God because he has counteracted suffering, oppression, sin, or another threat. Thanksgiving hymns typically speak of God’s ongoing love and faithfulness” (David Seal, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Power Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Stephen Weatherby on Aug 16, 2021

The Power of the Gospel

A long time ago, the only survivor of a shipwreck washed up on a small uninhabited island. He cried out to God to save him, and every day he scanned the horizon for help, but none came. Exhausted, he eventually managed to build a rough hut and put his few possessions in it. But then one day, after ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When God Calls Your Name: Abraham Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Sep 11, 2021

How would you respond if God called your name not once, but twice? In the Bible, God calls plenty of people often by name, but I’ve only found seven times where God calls out someone’s name twice in a row. In each instance, what follows is a life-changing encounter with the God of creation.

When God Calls Your Name… Twice: Abraham Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 7/17/2016 How many of you are familiar with the gameshow The Price is Right? I’m almost embarrassed to admit that I grew up watching The Price is Right back when Bob Barker still hosted the show. Even as ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:2-12

Denomination: Christian Church

Journey With Jesus

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Sep 24, 2021

Jesus explained his journey to the cross to suffer the punishment we deserved for disobeying God. Jesus then described the journey that we as his followers make throughout our lives.

In what ancient city were the followers of Jesus first called Christians? Acts 11:26 tells us that the disciples were called Christians for the first time in the city of Antioch. Now let me ask you another question closely related to that one. What were the followers of Jesus called before they ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Lifting Our Gaze: Finding Strength In The Heavenly Perspective Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 23, 2023

As we open our hearts and minds to the profound truths of His Word, let us explore a topic that resonates deeply with our theme of Visionary View "Lifting Our Gaze: Finding Strength in the Heavenly Perspective."

"Lifting Our Gaze: Finding Strength in the Heavenly Perspective" It is a privilege to stand here this evening, in the presence of our Almighty God, and delve into the depths of His Word with you. As we open our hearts and minds to the profound truths of His Word, let us explore a topic ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-2, Matthew 14:29-30, 2 Corinthians 4:18, Numbers 6:24-26, Psalm 123:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal