Sermons on Paradise Lost:

The Book Of Lamentations – Part 23 – Clouded Prayer – Refuse And Rejects – John Newton – Israel’s Enduring Enemy - Chapter 3:44-46 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jun 8, 2025

Prayer that does not get past the ceiling; Israel will be restored; the remarkable story of John Newton (Amazing Grace); the off-scouring and refuse of the world; enemies’ mouths are against God’s people – Moab and Islam and their hatred – all these are considered here in this study.

THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 23 – CLOUDED PRAYER – REFUSE AND REJECTS – JOHN NEWTON – ISRAEL’S ENDURING ENEMY - CHAPTER 3:44-46 In the last four verses we were thinking about the personal aspect of the people in realising what God had done to the nation and why that had to happen. The people ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:44, Isaiah 30:26, Isaiah 61:1, Luke 18:10-12, Luke 18:13, Lamentations 3:45, Jeremiah 30:24, Lamentations 3:46, Obadiah 1:10-11, Obadiah 1:12-14, Psalm 137:7, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Essential To Your Faith

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Feb 24, 2019

Essential to your faith are biblical doctrines such as repentance, believing Jesus is the Son of God and how He has made the way for us to have salvation, along with belief of the resurrection.

ESSENTIAL TO YOUR FAITH SCRIPTURE: READ I Corinthians 15: 1- 8 I Corinthians 15:3 “For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; 15:4 And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9, 1 Corinthians 15:1-8, 1 Corinthians 15:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Things Worth Investing Your Life In

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jan 11, 2021

Next in series on John. Appropriate for a New Year's sermon, or graduation message. Examines things worth investing your life in.

John 3 (2) - Read John 3:14-21 It is 2020, a new decade, a new year full of new opportunities and new possibilities. Judging by what I’ve seen on Facebook and other social media, it doesn’t appear that much has changed for most people since Wednesday. Few have changed their priorities. Few have ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Mighty Meek Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 11, 2021

Meekness is that attitude of God when He said, "Come now let us reason together." All through the Bible the appeal is to be meek and gentle, for this is the only reasonable way to face life.

A dejected coach entered a telephone booth after losing out in the high school basketball tournament. When he discovered he didn't have a dime he called a passing student: "Hey! Lend me a dime so I can call a friend." The student reached into his pocket and pulled out two dimes. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

The Fall And Salvation Of Humanity Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Oct 10, 2019

A sermon about God's plan for creation and His plan to redeem those who would come to faith in Jesus

The Fall and Salvation of Man Christianity 101 series CCCAG September 29th, 2019 Scripture- Genesis 3 Video- A graphic representation of the first sin committed by humanity. Podcast- YouTube search- The Fall of Man I liked it so much I wanted you to see it, and it will help introduce our subject ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21, Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Parable Of The Unjust Judge & The Friend At Night: Never Give Up Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 5, 2022

The question I want you considering as we discuss the scriptures today is: Am I persistent and determined in my walk with God? Do I pray and never give up?

“In 1972, NASA launched the exploratory space probe Pioneer 10. According to Leon Jaroff in Time, the satellite's primary mission was to reach Jupiter, photograph the planet and its moons, and beam data to earth about Jupiter's magnetic field, radiation belts, and atmosphere. Pioneer 10 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Salvation Army

The First Sacrifice In The Bible Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 9, 2021

In God’s judgment, there is provision and mercy. What we find now in this little section of Scripture today is nothing more than amazing. In these 4 verses, we have the necessary elements for salvation. So as soon as man falls, God sets in motion the means of redemption.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD, USA www.mycrossway.org View this and other messages at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/channels/8118 We are now coming to the closing verses of Chapter 3. We started this journey in July with our series, “Beginnings.” As we ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:20-24, Proverbs 19:21, 1 Corinthians 2:7, Genesis 3:15, Romans 8:1, Psalm 97:10, 1 John 3:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

From This Day Forward

Contributed by Bryan Lassiter on Dec 9, 2021

An evangelical Advent/Christmas message that challenges us to draw near to God during this season.

From This Day Forward! Isaiah 35:1-10 Christmas is absolutely the best time in all the year! And it’s been the top of the charts now for over 2000 years. Forget about the commercial frenzy – that’s not really Christmas, even though we get caught up in the whole scene anyway. CHRISTMAS IS ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10, 1 Peter 2:9

Denomination: Methodist

The Book Of Revelation: The Throne Room, The Four Horsemen, & 7 Seals Of The Scroll

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Dec 28, 2021

Today we dig into the book of Revelation, one of my favorite books in the whole Bible, though I think I probably say that about every book in the Bible.

Today we dig into the book of Revelation, one of my favorite books in the whole Bible, though I think I probably say that about every book in the Bible. Let me ask you this, have you ever wondered: What would heaven be like? I think all of us have probably wondered that at one time or another. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-8

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Truth About Power Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

Jesus doesn’t tell Zacchaeus, “I’ll stand in your doorway, but I will not come inside.” Jesus doesn’t tell Zacchaeus, “I’ll look in your window, but I will not come inside.” No, Jesus says instead, “Zacchaeus, hurry and come down; for I must stay at your house today.” (Luke 19:5b)

We are in a short series of sermons entitled The Truth about You. And we conclude this series with a very famous story, the story of Jesus and Zacchaeus. This is the last of Jesus’ personal encounters (in Luke’s gospel) before He arrives in Jerusalem to be tried, crucified, and eventually ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel According To Your Check Book

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 9, 2018

Our money really belongs to God and is only a test of our character, in preparation for greater responsibilites during the 1,000 Reign and in Eternity.

THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO YOUR CHECK BOOK INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: PRAY BEFORE EATING 1. Everyone was seated around the table as the food was being served. When little Logan received his plate, he started eating right away. 2. "Logan, wait until we say our prayer," his mother reminded him. "I don't ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:9-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Labor Day – "Well Done. . .”

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Sep 3, 2022

If we’re honoring work, shouldn't we go to work an hour early on Labor Day & say to our boss, "I'm so thankful for this job that I'm here early, & I don't even want to be paid for today, because I appreciate my job so much."

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Gen. 2:2,7,15, 3:17 19, 7:33; Matt. 7:23, 25:21; Luke 10:2; Col. 3:23-24 A. This is Labor Day ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:2, Genesis 2:15, Genesis 3:17-19, Matthew 7:23, Luke 10:2, Colossians 3:23-24, Proverbs 26:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Created To Do Good Works

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Feb 19, 2022

Apostle Paul states we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. We have been sculpted by the Master to serve in His kingdom so why then isn't every Christian serving?

Created to do Good Works Ephesians 2:10 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Great Works of Art The ability to take existing materials and either paint, sculp or build something spectacular is something a rare few creative genius’ have been able to accomplish. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

Why The Cross?

Contributed by Darian Catron on Mar 29, 2023

A Sermon for A Good Friday Service combines three of the Gospel accounts into one for scripture reading at the beginning.

INTRODUCTION: Beginning first with Matthew 27:33-44 New International Version (NIV) 33 They came to a place called Golgotha (which means “the place of the skull”). 34 There they offered Jesus wine to drink, mixed with gall; but after tasting it, he refused to drink ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:33-54, Luke 23:34-46, John 19:25-30, Deuteronomy 21:23, Romans 6:23, Romans 4:25, 1 Peter 2:24, Proverbs 16:25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Faith That Saves Us Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 14, 2025

Salvation rests not on our fragile belief but on the unbreakable faithfulness of Jesus, whose obedience secures our eternal assurance.

Introduction — When Faith Feels Fragile There are moments in life when faith feels small—thin as the line of light that leaks under a closed door. Maybe you’ve stood there, wondering if God still remembers your name. You’ve tried to believe, but the doubts keep whispering: Is my faith enough? Am ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:22, Philippians 2:8, Galatians 2:20, Hebrews 12:2, Romans 5:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist