Sermons on Pauls Trial:

Very Revealing! (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Sep 14, 2014

Now this 11 day journey would be a rough journey, there were rock’s and hills, pits, barren land and it was dry, (It was referred to, no man’s land for reason!) But that 11 day journey would reveal the true hearts and character of Israel!

Deut. 1:19-28-“So we departed from Horeb, and went through all that great and terrible wilderness which you saw on the way to the mountains of the Amorites, as the Lord our God had commanded us. Then we came to Kadesh Barnea. And I said to you, ‘You have come to the mountains of the Amorites, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:19-28

Denomination: Baptist

When Bad Things Happen To Good People Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Oct 7, 2014

Joseph is unjustly put in prison; yet God is present with him there.

Genesis 39:1-23 "When Bad Things Happen to Good People" INTRODUCTION We go through life telling ourselves little lies. These lies include: "If I work hard, I can get whatever I want," "If I earn just 20% more, I'll be happy," "Affluence, security and comfort are what life really is all ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 39:1-23

Denomination: Lutheran

From Crying To Crying Out

Contributed by Thomas Giddens on Oct 23, 2014

Things change when we turn from crying about our circumstances to crying out to God about them.

Isaiah 30:18-26 Therefore the Lord will wait, that He may be gracious to you; And therefore He will be exalted, that He may have mercy on you. For the Lord is a God of justice; Blessed are all those who wait for Him. For the people shall dwell in Zion at Jerusalem; You shall weep no more. He will ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:18-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lesson 4: Tested By Broken Relationship

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 19, 2013

God usually puts people into a "desert" so they become dependent entirely upon Him

Series: Learning Faith From Abraham Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 4: Tested By Broken Relationship February 24, 2013 A. ESCAPE FROM SPIRITUAL FAILURE 1. You have to leave your place of trouble. “Abram went up from Egypt” (Gen. 13:1). 2. Remove your loved ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Alegrense

Contributed by Juan Quintero on Mar 20, 2013

Superar dificultades, retos y circunstancias que se presentan en la vida son los elementos de los que se nutre la fe

"Por eso, aun cuando por algún tiempo tengan que pasar por muchos problemas y dificultades, ¡alégrense!" 1 Pedro 1:6 (TLA) COMENTARIO: Superar dificultades, retos y circunstancias que se presentan en la vida son los elementos de los que se nutre la fe. Sin ellos no se necesitaria la fe, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When God Sends A "Great Storm" Into Your Life Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 11, 2013

A look at why God sends storms our way.

WHY WOULD GOD DELIBERATELY SEND A "GREAT STORM" INTO YOUR LIFE? The two most likely reasons are pruning or discipline. - Jonah 1:4; John 15:1-8. WHAT ARE THE RESULTS OF OUR DISOBEDIENCE? The two biggest are a bad witness for God and bad results for us. WHY WON'T GOD LET US WALK AWAY? Because ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:4

Denomination: Baptist

In The Midst Of The Storm Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 5, 2012

Jesus sends us into the storms, sees us in the storms and supports us through the storms.

In "On This Day" by Carl D. Windsor, the page for Valentine's Day includes this anecdote: "Even the most devoted couple will experience a 'stormy' bout once in a while. A grandmother, celebrating her golden wedding anniversary, once told the secret of her long and happy marriage. 'On my wedding ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:45-52

Denomination: Baptist

Trusting God In The Difficult Times Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 20, 2012

It is easy to trust God when everything is going okay. It takes trust when fear is bigger than your strength.

Trusting God in difficult times. Matthew 6:33 Mark 4:35-4:41 Introduction- This morning we continue our series “Nuts and Bolts of life”. We have looked at building relationships, the intimacy and sanctity of marriage and this morning look at trusting God when you are in difficult ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Nazarene

Journey Through The O.t. #4: Weak And Discouraged Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 3, 2012

In the Book of Judges, God called and chose Gideon - a small and insignificant man - to be one of his champions. With God on our side, we can overcome weaknesses and discouragement.

JOURNEY THROUGH THE OLD TESTAMENT #4: WEAK AND DISCOURAGED INTRO TO TOPIC: Have you ever questioned or wondered: “IF the Lord is (good and He is) with us, WHY then has all this (bad stuff) happened to us? And WHERE are all His miracles which our fathers told us about? BUT now the Lord has forsaken ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-40

Denomination: *other

There You Have It! Series

Contributed by Tim White on May 12, 2014

Who is Jesus? What is He about? Did He ever say? Did He ever clear that up?

Last week, we left Jesus being betrayed by Judas and arrested by the Temple guards. The disciples were scattering, trying to escape arrest. A bystander was grabbed in the foray, but pulled away. We pick up the story today with Mark’s record of the second trial of Jesus. There were six trials; ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:53-64

Denomination: Baptist

Noah's Faith

Contributed by Jeremy Morford on May 19, 2014

After losing two of our saints in a single week, the congregation was seeking to know the answer to the question, "Why?" Noah teaches us that we can trust God -- His Personhood, His Prescriptions, and His Protection.

Noah’s Faith Text: Hebrews 11:7, Gen. 6 Intro: This has been a rough week for the church. We have had to say good-bye both Andrea and Bro. Bush. It is always heard to lose a loved one, but to lose two within just a few days can be devastating. It is times like this that we look to God ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:7

Denomination: Holiness

Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People – Why Do Christians Suffer?

Contributed by David Leach on May 31, 2014

Who is good? You and I may have an opinion as to who is - God says only He is good

Who is good? You and I may have an opinion as to who is - God says only He is good: Matt 19:17 (Jesus) ...No one is good but One, that is, God...(and those He rules in) Matt 7:18 (Jesus) A good tree (God) cannot bear bad fruit...(He can’t do bad things) 1 Jo 1:5 ...God is light and in Him ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

6th Lesson On How To Pray! (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jun 8, 2014

I may not have the same temptations as you have, that what the devil tempts me with, may not be what he tempts you with, but the attraction, the pull is just as intense as the temptation that your dealing with.

Matthew 6:9-13-In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done On earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, As we forgive our debtors. And do not lead us into temptation, But deliver us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Grace For Life... God's Grace Sustains Us Through All Of Life. Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Apr 6, 2014

Whatever our circumstances God gives us grace for living.

Series: Lenten Grace 1. On the First Sunday of Lent we discovered that God’s grace extends beyond Eden. 2. On the Second Sunday in Lent we were reminded that God’s grace is a better way than our works way. 3. On the Third Sunday in Lent we observed in Jesus’ example that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:1-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Good Friday 2014

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Apr 24, 2014

This is a hybrid between a sermon, a remembrance of the night before Jesus died and a mini drama. It mostly consists of walking through the events of that day in order to never forget why Jesus said, "Do this in remembrance of Me."

(This is not a word-for-word manuscript except for the "readings". The pastor or leader is expected to elaborate on different points as the Lord moves him or her to do so. God bless you.) Opening Prayer Introduction to the evening: Just as the Jews recount the Passover on this night we will be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-30

Denomination: Nazarene