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God's Justice For Those Who Hurt And Mistreat You Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 12, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore five biblical examples that demonstrate God's justice for those who hurt and mistreat others.

As Christians, we often face situations where we are hurt or mistreated by others. It can be challenging to navigate these situations, especially when it seems like the perpetrators are getting away with their actions. However, the Bible reminds us that God is a just God who will ultimately deal ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 26:10-11, Genesis 50:20

Prayer Power Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Feb 13, 2025

James is going to end his book with a call to pray in all circumstances and encourage us to confess our sins to each other

James: Practical Faith (Part 2)  James 5:13-20 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church  02-09–2025 Gumball Theology I love gum balls. If we are somewhere that has gumboil machines, Maxine will make sure to have quarters for me. But what if I just stood there, staring at ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Not A Nationalist: Repentance For A Hijacked Gospel Series

Contributed by Wayne Golliday on Apr 1, 2025

We live in a time when many are confusing Christianity with nationalism. People wave Bibles in one hand and political flags in the other.

GOD Is Not a Nationalist: Repentance for a Hijacked Gospel Opening Prayer: Heavenly Father, We come before You today hungry for truth. Strip away every idol in our hearts—whether it’s nation, culture, or comfort. Show us the difference between Your eternal kingdom and the kingdoms of this world. ...read more

Scripture: John 18:36, Matthew 5:44

A New Motivation

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 14, 2025

What makes Jesus different to any other warrior. His redeeming heart of love. And we are called to love one another

Jn 13:31-35: A new motivation Story: When the 19th Century French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte was exiled on St. Helena, he was asked by one of his friends, 'Who was the greatest warrior the world has ever known?" Without hesitation, Napoleon answered, "Jesus Christ.' ...read more

Scripture: John 13:31-35

Denomination: Anglican

Fear Or Faith Factor Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on May 19, 2025

As Jesus crosses Galilee, facing a storm and interacting with a demon-possessed man, some people respond to Jesus in fear and others in faith.

From 2001-2006, the reality-TV game show Fear Factor brought contestants and viewers alike face to face with fears that they did not know they had. From death-defying stunts, to eating gross concoctions and so much more, contestants faced their fears in order to win challenges in the hopes of ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33, Matthew 28:20, John 14:1-3, Hebrews 13:5, John 14:16-17, John 10:10, Luke 8:22-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessing Is In The House.

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Jul 25, 2025

The story of Obed-Edom, focusing on how the presence of God brings unexpected blessings even in places and people others might overlook.

10 So David would not remove the ark of the LORD unto him into the city of David: but David carried it aside into the house of Obededom the Gittite.   11 And the ark of the LORD continued in the house of Obededom the Gittite three months: and the LORD blessed Obededom, and all his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

Courage Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 8, 2025

Esther had the courage to use her position of power to help others, specifically, to save her people, the Jews, from genocide.

INTRODUCTION OPENING SLIDE • Have you ever been in a moment when you knew what the right thing to do was—but fear tried to hold you back? • Maybe it was speaking up when someone was being mistreated. • Maybe it was standing for truth when it would’ve been easier to stay quiet. • Maybe it was ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:10-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Divine Mark Of Exemption Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 5, 2025

The divine mark of exemption is God’s seal of preservation that distinguishes His people from the calamities, destructions, and judgements that consume others.

THE DIVINE MARK OF EXEMPTION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ezekiel 9:4-6 Key Verse: “And the Lord said unto him, Go through the midst of the city, through the midst of Jerusalem, and set a mark upon the foreheads of the men that sigh and that cry for all the abominations that be done in the ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 9:4-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Downward Climb Up

Contributed by Larry Grant on Sep 14, 2025

In this parable, we will see that one man came to the temple that day to worship himself. The other man came that day to worship the Lord.

LUKE 18:9-14 "THE DOWNWARD CLIMB UP" September 14, 2025 This sermon is inspired by my time with the late Crawford Kimble. He told me a story of a young preacher, fresh out of seminary, a model student. He was given an opportunity to preach at a small church. He proudly and boldly walked ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Law Of Sowing And Reaping Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 18, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore few biblical examples of how those who hurt others will reap what they sow.

The concept of sowing and reaping is a fundamental principle in the Bible, emphasizing the idea that our actions have consequences. Galatians 6:7-8 reminds us, "Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap. For the one who sows to his flesh will from ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:20-23, Genesis 4:1-16

Sermon On Crying Wolf

Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 14, 2025

Crying wolf is defined as a call for help when it is not needed, culminating in a possible non-belief by others when aid is truly required.

Criss Jami, an American poet, essayist and musician once remarked: “Like crying wolf, if you keep looking for sympathy as a justification for your actions, you will someday be left standing alone when you really need help.” Revelation 13:1 reminds us: “And I saw a beast rising out of the sea, with ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:21, 1 John 5:7-8, 1 Timothy 3:16, John 10:12

Unhindered Power Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Through the Holy Spirit, we have the strength to share the gospel, persevere through difficult times, and love others with the love of Christ.

Today, we're going to talk about power! But not just any power, we're talking about the power that comes from the Holy Spirit. It's an awesome gift from God that helps us do amazing things in our lives. We're going to look at three ways the Holy Spirit gives us strength: to share, to persevere, and ...read more

Topics: Spiritual Power, Divine Guidance, Holy Spirit, Unhindered Faith

Ready Your Heart Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Prepare our hearts by holding Jesus as Lord, setting up guards and filters, and sharing the hope we have in Christ with others.

Today, we're going to talk about our hearts. We're going to learn how to make sure our hearts are ready for anything life throws at us and how to share the hope we have in Jesus with others. Let's start with a cool object lesson. I have here a glass of water and a sponge. Now, imagine the water is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15, Proverbs 4:23, Luke 6:45

Topics: Spiritual Protection, Emotional Filtering, Heart Purification, Inner Peace

Imitate Christ Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Our goal in life should be to imitate Jesus and love others like He did. His love was extraordinary, unconditional, and selfless.

Alright, guys, today we're going to talk about the most powerful thing ever: Love. We're supposed to be like Jesus, especially when it comes to loving others. Jesus' love was next-level and didn't depend on what we did. It was all about giving, not getting. Let's try to love like that. Imagine ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2

Topics: Compassionate Living, Divine Love, Spiritual Growth, Biblical Teachings

Gather For Encouragement Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

We need to gather together as believers to encourage each other towards love and good deeds, especially in times of increasing wickedness.

Today we're talking about the importance of hanging out together, about finding a place where we can chill, chat, and challenge each other in our faith. Have you ever heard of solitary confinement? It's when prisoners are kept all alone. It's pretty rough and can mess with their heads. We're made ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25

Topics: Community Support, Motivational Gatherings, Group Encouragement, Positive Reinforcement