Sermons on Our Sinful State:

World Changer Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 31, 2013

If you want to be a world-changer in times of adversity, don't let anything keep you from Christ. Instead, trust Him with your life and let Him change you and use you to change the world.

Whether or not the Kansas City Chiefs advance to the Super Bowl, the game is worth watching if only for its humorous and inventive commercials. Three years ago (2011) Chevrolet put on a commercial which featured a Silverado pick-up truck, acting like a modern-day Lassie. It repeatedly rescued a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Evangelical Free

They Ran Out Of Joy Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 24, 2017

A study of the Gospel of John 2: 1 – 12

John 2: 1 – 12 They ran out of Joy 1 On the third day there was a wedding in Cana of Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. 2 Now both Jesus and His disciples were invited to the wedding. 3 And when they ran out of wine, the mother of Jesus said to Him, “They have no wine.” ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-12

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

This Wasn't Suppose To Happen Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 18, 2014

If the story of Ruth was adapted for the silver screen it would contain all the parts necessary for a blockbuster. Sudden trouble, tragedy, death, rags-to-riches.

Unlocking Your Life’s Destiny Series Seven Sermons from the Book of Ruth (Inspired from Perry Stone’s Book, Lay It On Me) June 29, 2014 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A This summer there have been some huge movies that have made some major bank; ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

It Dawned On Me

Contributed by Steve Wilson on Mar 16, 2016

Have you ever thought what it might have been like for the disciples to experience the death of the One they gave up everything to follow? Try to visualize one of those disciples coming to meet with us here on Resurrection Day.

Introduction Read Luke 24:1-9 Easter! What a glorious day for Christians. It means everything to us. In fact we worship on the first day of the week, Sunday, every week because Jesus came out of the tomb on that day. I hope none of us takes for granted what Christ’s resurrection means. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Wholehearted Commitment Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 31, 2009

This sermon examines the priorities of wholehearted commitment.

Scripture For the next four Sundays I plan to preach a new series of sermons, which I have titled, Wholehearted Generosity. Now, what is “wholehearted generosity”? Wholehearted is defined as “completely and sincerely devoted, determined, or enthusiastic; marked by complete earnest commitment; ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Should I Believe The Bible Is God's Word? Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 17, 2013

To help people have a strengthened confidence in the Bible and an increased awareness of why this is so important.

For 40 years, Gallup has been asking America its view of the Bible, and over that period of time, there has been an interesting trend. While more people now say they believe the Bible is God’s inspired word, the same group of people also say that it isn’t meant to be taken literally. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Attitude Of Gratitude Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 15, 2020

In these difficult days before Jesus comes, to encourage your church family to excel, appreciate your leaders, one another, God’s plan, and God’s Spirit at work in each other.

A loaded [SUV] pulled into the only remaining campsite. Four teenagers leaped from the vehicle and began feverishly unloading gear and setting up a tent. The boys then rushed off to gather firewood, while the girls and their mother set up the camp stove and cooking utensils. A nearby camper watched ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11-24, Romans 12:21, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Excuses, Excuses, Excuses

Contributed by Paul Davidson on Feb 4, 2021

Where’s your fruit, Church? Maybe the world doesn’t see much fruit from us because we’re hiding out like Moses and making excuses instead of jumping into action. God sometimes asks us to do difficult things. Will we trust Him? Do we respond in faith or with excuses when God calls?

Last week, we heard a powerful message on the topic of faith and works... about how faith without works is dead. The pastor said, “Focus on God, and then He through you will produce the fruit... You can’t do anything for God... but God through you can do amazing, amazing, amazing things!” He ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-22, Exodus 4:1-17, 2 Corinthians 5:20, 2 Corinthians 12:9

Denomination: Baptist

Delivered From Death Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 12, 2021

Psalm 116 is about being a survivor, and being alive when, except for the grace of God, the author would be dead. He was delivered from death, and this is his song of thanksgiving.

Memorial Day began as a day to honor and remember those who died in the Civil War. The very first soldier to die in that war was Colonel Ellsworth, a personal friend of President Lincoln. Lincoln gave his regiment the honor of being the first to cross the Potomac into Virginia and pull down the ...read more

The Successful Failure Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 6, 2021

Peter was the greatest failure in his abusive power. And yet we see that he not only survives, but he does so quite successfully. He is able to stay on top as the leader of the 12. He does everything wrong, and still comes out a winner.

Apollo 13 was one of the biggest flops in the history of our space program, and yet it was also one of the most celebrated. Can a catastrophic failure also be a colossal success? Just ask the three astronauts of that ill fated flight. It was 1970, and they were on their way to the moon when an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-26

Knowing Where You Are…knowing What You Are Doing? Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 14, 2019

The Coming of the Kingdom - Luke chapter 17 verses 20-37 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: • Signpost #1: God is in Your Midst (vs 20b-21) • Signpost #2: God's Plan is Unfolding (vs 22-24) • Signpost #3: God's Time Clock Is Ticking (vs 26-30) • Signpost #4: God Takes No Pleasure in Our Clinging (vs 31-33) • Signpost #5: God's Judgments are Individual ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:20-37

Denomination: Brethren

His First Message Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 20, 2021

A Christmas Eve meditation on Jesus' preparation for His sacrifice. Jesus revealed His purpose in taking on flesh in this first message He delivered to a small synagogue.

“Jesus returned in the power of the Spirit to Galilee, and a report about him went out through all the surrounding country. And he taught in their synagogues, being glorified by all. “And he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up. And as was his custom, he went to the synagogue on the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Uplifting Worship Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 28, 2022

If you want to edify people in a chaotic world, then be disciplined, decent, and deferential to God's Word in your worship.

Pastor Stephen Trail, from Sage, Arkansas, describes a family, which enjoyed an annual vacation. However, at the start of each vacation, when they were only a few miles from home, mom would wail, “Oh my goodness! I think I left the iron on.” And every year they would turn around and go back, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:26-40

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Navigating Times Of Change Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on May 23, 2024

Navigating Times of Change Series: Navigating New Seasons Brad Bailey – May 19, 2024

Navigating Times of Change Series: Navigating New Seasons Brad Bailey – May 19, 2024 Intro As mentioned... just 3 weeks from yesterday... is a very special event. 50th Anniversary Celebration... very unique opportunity... honor the founding lives... proving to be so timely... and to install Josh ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3, Hebrews 11:24, Hebrews 11:27, Deuteronomy 1:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Thermodynamics Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 15, 2024

Multiply and grow through faith in God’s Word, opposition, and obedience to God.

In The Last Days Newsletter, Leonard Ravenhill tells about a group of tourists visiting a picturesque village. They walked by an old man sitting beside a fence, and one of them asked, “Were any great men born in this village?” The old man replied, “Nope, only babies” (Leonard Ravenhill, The Last ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:28, Matthew 28:19-20, Acts 1:8, Matthew 16:18, Acts 8:1-4, Acts 5:29, Exodus 1:1-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free