Sermons on Oil Jug:

Discovery: Labels Lie Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Oct 20, 2016

Our identity is found only through an understanding of the grace of Jesus Christ

Discovery: Labels Lie Luke 7:36-50 Where do you see yourself in this passage? 1. Too many times we see ourselves like Simon the Pharisee: labeling others 2. Too many times, we see ourselves like the woman: labeled by others 3. Too few times we see ourselves like Jesus: seeing self ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Baptist

Hope, Joy, An Experience Of God - Some Of The Things Your Giving Pays For Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on May 27, 2017

a sermon on Stewardship

“Father, the hour has come, glorify your son so that your son may glorify you, since you have given him authority over all people to give eternal life to all you have given him” (John 17:1-2)   In a month or so’s time I am going to have a hernia operation, so yesterday morning I went to UCH for my ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 24:1-27

Denomination: Anglican

Community

Contributed by Hiram Withers on Jan 13, 2019

To begin developing unity in the church you must start with developing a comminuty.

Sadly, there are many people who claim to know Christ, but then turn around and claim that they don’t go to church because they do not believe in organized religion and of course my first thought is asked him if he liked it better was disorganized? When you accept Christ as your Lord and Savior. ...read more

"god's Favor To The Faithful"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Feb 15, 2020

God is a good God who loves to reward those who follow Him.

“Favor to the Faithful” February 16, 2020 Psalm 113 The very first memories I have are walking down an old dirt road, up in Northern Minnesota, with my mom and big brother. We were walking a mile or so to go see my Aunt, Mom’s sister. My family of five lived in a one room tar paper shack. As I ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Bible Authority For Salvation- Baptism Series

Contributed by Robert Webb on Sep 19, 2021

Bible Authority for Salvation- Baptism The subject of Baptism is often a controversial subject among denominations when it deal with salvation. Does the Bible not have an authoritative process to make this easy? I believe it answers all questions that we have. What does the bible say about baptism?

The subject of Baptism is often a controversial subject among denominations when it deal with salvation. There have been disagreements over who is to be baptized- infants or adults. Disagreements over how people should be baptized, by sprinkling, pouring water over one’s head or immersing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:32-33, Mark 16:15-16, Acts 2:38, Romans 10:17, Leviticus 14:15-16, Romans 6:1-6, 1 Corinthians 15:1-4, Acts 3:18-19, Galatians 3:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life In The Deepest Darkness Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Nov 14, 2017

When you are at your darkest, He is there. This psalm makes three claims when we are in our deepest darkness. His presence can be enough, His power can be enough, His victory will be enough.

April 2nd Psalm 23:4 Life in the Deepest Darkness When you are at your darkest, He is there. This psalm makes three claims when we are in our deepest darkness: His presence can be enough “I fear no danger, for You are with me” Hebrews 13:5 Isaiah 43:2, 5 “Believers are never in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Alzheimer’s

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 7, 2022

I want to preach to you about “Spiritual Alzheimer’s”. We hear a great deal today about this dreadful disease called Alzheimer’s Disease.

Illus: They say this is the only disease that has a positive side to it. There are some “good” things that come from Alzheimer’s, such as: • You never have to watch reruns on television • You are always meeting new people • You can hide your own Easter eggs Illus: Three sisters ages 92, 94 and 96 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Pharisee & The Woman Weeping At Jesus' Feet: The Two Debtors Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Oct 31, 2022

When the Pharisee who had invited him saw this, he said to himself, “If this man were a prophet, he would know who is touching him and what kind of woman she is—that she is a sinner.”

What does it really mean to say our sins are truly forgiven? In our Christian faith we call that justification. A word rooted in the word justice. Which is what my name comes from, justin, means justice or to be justified. “What is justification? It is the declared purpose of God to regard and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Salvation Army

Cherry-Picking The Word Of God

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 8, 2025

We must approach the Bible without preconceived ideas. We should let it speak for itself. The Holy Spirit never contradicts Himself. If a scripture contradicts our theology, our theology is probably wrong. As Jesus said, "The scripture cannot be broken."

CHERRY-PICKING THE WORD OF GOD 2 Timothy 2:15 INTRODUCTION A. HUMON: 5 TIPS TO FIND A GOOD HUSBAND 1st TIP: Find a man who loves you & is loyal. 2nd TIP: “ “ “ ‘s fun & makes you laugh. 3rd TIP: “ “ hard worker, makes a good living. 4th TIP: “ “ ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15, 1 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hanukkah: Its Roots And Prophetic Meaning

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Oct 21, 2024

This message looks at where the Jewish Feast of Hanukkah comes from. It is also known as the Feast of Dedication or the Festival of Light. We also will look at how it prophetically points to Jesus, the Messiah, His coming and purpose.

Hanukkah Its Roots and Prophetic Meaning Watch on YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Jo5SUynA_E This is one of the few years with the Jewish feast of Hanukkah falls on December 25th, when Christians, and a lot of the world celebrate Christmas. Therefore, I’d like to give a crash ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12, Isaiah 9:2, 2 Corinthians 4:6

Denomination: Foursquare

How Long?

Contributed by John Mccormack on Apr 21, 2013

GOD WILL EXECUTE DIVINE JUDGMENT ON THE DAY OF THE LORD.

HOW LONG? INTRODUCTION: THE GENERAL THEME OF JOEL IS HIS DIVINE JUDGMENT OR “THE DAY OF JEHOVAH”. THIS ALLUDES TO A FINAL JUDGMENT OF ALL NATIONS. AT THIS JUDGMENT, THE FAITHFUL OF THE LORD WILL BE REWARDED AND UNBELIEVERS WILL BE PUNISHED. SPIRITUAL INSIGHT: JOEL 2: 19 (NKJV) ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:9

Denomination: Baptist

How Does The Anointing Break Yokes?

Contributed by Mark H. Stevens Thd on May 4, 2016

We always quote the verse.."The Anointing breaks yoke....HOW?"

As for you, the anointing you received from him remains in you, and you do not need anyone to teach you. But as his anointing teaches you about all things and as that anointing is real, not counterfeit–just as it has taught you, remain in him. I John 2:27 (NIV) Explain what Anointed means ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:20-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Grain Offering

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 31, 2014

A bloodless offering - offered by those already covered by the Blood.

THE GRAIN OFFERING. Leviticus 2:1-16. It might be appropriate at this point to consider the significance of the “grain offering” (Leviticus 2). This was a voluntary offering - literally, “a gift” - and Hebrew scholars generally understand that it was offered along with one of the other ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 2:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Matthew 25:1-13

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Nov 6, 2020

Are we ready?

Christ said the kingdom of heaven is like 10 virgins and a bridegroom (v 1) 5 were foolish, 5 were wise. (v 2-4) When the bridegroom was delayed, they fell asleep. (v 5) Are we awake? The midnight shout: "Behold, the Bridegroom! Come out to meet Him." (v 6) The foolish virgins needed ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Kingdom Lost - Kingdom Gained

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 29, 2000

Jeremiah tells the people of Israel that they are in grave danger of God’s judgement because of their infidelity but there is hope if only they would return to God in repentance and faith.

KINGDOM LOST - KINGDOM GAINED In business life there has to be a financial year-end when there’s stocktaking. That’s what Jeremiah had done for the nation of Israel - and he didn’t like the result. There was more loss than profit. The Old Testament prophets were often quite blunt in announcing ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 8:20

Denomination: Baptist