Sermons on pain of betrayal:

Samson Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 11, 2022

7 things that will cause you to become blind!

Series: Here Comes the Judge! Sermon: Samson Thesis: 7 things that will cause you to become blind! The book of Judges: It is the history of the Judges of Israel and is connected with the previous book of Joshua, as a “link in the chain of books.” It describes the history of Israel under different ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:16, Judges 17:6, Judges 18:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does It Mean To Be Born Again? (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Mar 13, 2022

Jesus blew all of Nicodemus' categories when he told him that in order to see or enter the kingdom of God he must be born again.

Now That’s a Good Question: What Does it Mean to Born Again? (Part 1) John 3:1-8 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 3-13-2022 Easter 1980. Easter Sunday morning, 1980. Wooddale Church of Christ. I was 12 years old, uncomfortable in my Easter dress clothes, sitting with a couple ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-9, John 1:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Do The Jewish Festivals Reveal A Timeline For The Return Of Jesus?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 2, 2025

Some say that there is no understanding of Bible prophecy without understanding the Festivals and their typology and patterns.

Since the early 1800s, when replacement theology found a foothold in the Church, some believe that once a person ‘grasps’ the meaning of the ‘festivals in the Bible,’ they will begin to understand the prophetic future of Jesus’ return with perfect clarity, and specifically a Pre-Tribulation ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 23:9-14, Leviticus 23:33-36, Titus 2:11-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Father's Blessing - Genesis 48-49

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 4, 2025

In the story of Jacob, the father’s blessing spoken over his children greatly impacted their lives and the generations to come. As believers in JESUS, OUR HEAVENLY FATHER has spoken blessing in HIS WORD that can change our lives too.

2024.12.08.Sermon Notes. Genesis 48-49 THE FATHER’S BLESSING William Akehurst, HSWC ADVENT: PEACE. Pray for Peace in the world Scriptures: Psalms 71:18, Genesis 48:1-22, Ephesians 4:26-27, Ephesians 4:31-32, Genesis 49:1-33, Genesis 26:24, Ephesians 1:3, Matthew 5:3-12, 1 Chronicles 4:10, Psalms ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:18, Genesis 48:1-22, Ephesians 4:26-27, Ephesians 4:31-32, Genesis 49:1-33, Genesis 26:24, Ephesians 1:3, Matthew 5:3-12, 1 Chronicles 4:10, Psalm 103:1-5, Matthew 25:34, Psalm 112:1-2, Matthew 7:11, James 1:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Right Side Of The Bus - Matthew 5:3 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 3, 2024

When a marvelous gift is unveiled, would you rather be the one watching the unveiling with tears of joy? Or the one being unveiled and applauded? This message shows how to find the greatest joy through lowliness, humility, and neediness.

Matthew 5:1-12 Now when he saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, 2 and he began to teach them, saying: 3 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5 Blessed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

Words Of Gratitude Series

Contributed by Dustin Boden on Mar 8, 2025

🗣️💬 Our words have more power than we realize! In this series, we’ll discover that our words matter, that there are consequences for what we say, and explore how we can use our words for God's glory.

Words of Gratitude Introduction: Today we are continuing our series and I want to ask you a question. What’s coming out of your mouth when things aren’t going your way? What are you saying, when life is harsh and hits you like a ton of bricks? Is your mouth filled with grumbling or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"if Your Presence Will Not Go With Me,,,"

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 8, 2025

When God threatens to withdraw His presence, the critical danger demands that leaders plead with the Lord to stay near.

“The LORD said to Moses, ‘Depart; go up from here, you and the people whom you have brought up out of the land of Egypt, to the land of which I swore to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, saying, “To your offspring I will give it.” I will send an angel before you, and I will drive out the Canaanites, the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

God And The Wicked

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 23, 2025

God’s judgements compel the inhabitants of the world to learn righteousness! For the redeemed, His judgements encourage us while giving evidence of His love. For the wicked, His judgements cannot be understood, even when seen.

“The path of the righteous is level; you make level the way of the righteous. In the path of your judgments, O LORD, we wait for you; your name and remembrance are the desire of our soul. My soul yearns for you in the night; my spirit within me earnestly seeks you. For when your judgments ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Experiencing Forgiveness

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 1, 2022

The Joy in knowing (1) God can forgive sin (2) God will forgive sin (3) God will completely restore us. He will receive our honest repentance and confession; remove our guilt; and restore our joy. (4) Finally, God will guide us every step of the way.

Sermon: The Joy of Experiencing Forgiveness In his book, The Preaching Event, John Claypool tells a poignant story about identical twin brothers who never married because they enjoyed each other’s company so much. When their father died, they took over his store and ran it together in a joyful ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:6-8, Psalm 32:1-9, Romans 3:23, Romans 3:10, Romans 3:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Theology Of Complaining – Philippians 2:14 Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Feb 2, 2022

So even seemingly setbacks in our lives can be used by God in a powerful way. So we as Christians, we don't have to complain. Now what we can do is focus on the Lord and what He's doing.

As I was looking at the passage that I was studying this week, I came across or I remembered a book that I really liked. This is a children's book. I'm sure you've heard about it. This children's book is called Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day. I'm ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Using Biblical Parables To Craft Compelling Accounts Across Cultures

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001

USING BIBLICAL PARABLES TO CRAFT COMPELLING ACCOUNTS ACROSS CULTURES

USING BIBLICAL PARABLES TO CRAFT COMPELLING ACCOUNTS ACROSS CULTURES Introduction - Everyone craves an experience when they can listen to an account that will make the illusion of anothers’ reality seem like their own. Africans particularly appreciate a teacher who can heighten their sense of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Bible: Standing On The Promises

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Oct 18, 2000

The benefits of knowing and believing God’s promises in His Word.

The Bible: Standing On The Promises (Hebrews 4:1-2) [HTML formatted version of this sermon is located at: http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/standing.html] The last time I spoke, I emphasized the importance of learning God’s Word. Jesus Himself said in John 8:31-32 that only believers who ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Mind Control 3 Series

Contributed by Clyde White on Feb 3, 2006

The Christian, by a simple choice, can either be controlled by the human psyche or by the Mind of Christ. Ok!?!?? Then how do we know when we are controlled by human psyche or the Mind of Christ?

We are the midst of a series on mind control, and particularly the aspect of the control of false doctrine over thoughts and actions. As we progress, if some of the things I refer to are not in your "memory bank", please refer to past lessons. It is not practical or even possible to review all ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:16-17

He Came To Demonstrate God's Love Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 15, 2005

In this message we see the unfailing, unconditional and enduring forever love of God come alive in the person of Christ! (I Am Jesus - part 6)

He Came To Demonstrate God’s Love I Am Jesus – part 6 Video ‘What Is Love’ Sermon Spice What is love? NOW – that really is a good question… Defining love is not really an easy thing to do. I MEAN - how would you define it? YOU KNOW – I thought those people in the video gave it a good ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Alone In The Darkness

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 25, 2005

When you are alone the Darkness starts to lure you to come into its web of deception. The Dark side entices you to come to it by pornography, then sexual immorality and even by theft. It seeks to ensnare you and then destroy you, your family and your soci

Alone in the Darkness! Thesis: When you are alone the Darkness starts to lure you to come into its web of deception. The Dark side entices you to come to it by pornography, then sexual immorality and even by theft. It seeks to ensnare you and then destroy you, your family and your society. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational