Sermons on Peace In The Church:

When It’s Time To Move Forward Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 10, 2021

When It’s Time to Move FORWARD Brad Bailey April 11, 2021

When It’s Time to Move FORWARD Brad Bailey April 11, 2021 Intro: I am so glad that you’ve chosen to join today. This is a unique and exciting week for us a community. Today we have begun gathering in person again. And I want to say to each of you in this livestream...you are just as much a part of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14, Proverbs 4:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Son Of Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, And Bathsheba Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 17, 2023

In Matthew 1:1-17, we learn that the genealogy of Jesus Christ included women.

Introduction One of the subjects I studied in high school was woodwork. During the first three years, we learned basic carpentry skills. In my fourth year, we could choose between lathe work or carving. I tried my hand at carving. In our final year, we had to produce a piece of furniture. I made ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus Opens Our Eyes To The Truth

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 22, 2023

If you have been journeying through life without Jesus, you have no idea what you have been missing. Today we are going to take a closer look to see how Jesus will open our eyes to the truth.

When I was in the third grade at Carroll Bell elementary school here in San Antonio, I begin having headaches in class. My mom decided to have my eyes checked. And sure enough, I needed glasses. I don't know exactly how long I had been seeing things blurry but when I got my new glasses it ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-38

Denomination: Baptist

"What Is This?” Cries Of Disgust & Delight Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 2, 2023

“What is this?” That’s a question tourists to the Caribbean island of Antigua ask when handed a serving of pepper pot—a salty stew of okra and pig’s snout. ...

“What is this?” That’s a question tourists to the Caribbean island of Antigua ask when handed a serving of pepper pot—a salty stew of okra and pig’s snout. This national dish of Antigua is not often an instant favorite for many visitors. But for homesick Antiguans living overseas, to find pepper ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Satan’s Demand Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 1, 2022

Jesus attributes Peter’s coming defection to the direct activity of Satan. Satan comes as a roaring lion seeking whom he may devour, from the highest leader to the least among us. Why such debilitating attacks?

LUKE 22: 31-38 SATAN’S DEMAND [JESUS’ LAST NIGHT SERIES] [Job 1:6-12 / 1 Peter 4: 12-19 / Romans 8:18-25] Once again we are looking at Jesus’ last night before His crucifixion. Here Jesus tells how Satan had sought to have the disciples in order to sift them (Job 1–2; Dan. 10:13) and lead them ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-38

Denomination: Baptist

Wrestling With Lions Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 3, 2022

A 3 part series based on the book In a Pit with a Lion on a Snowy Day from Mark Batterson

Chase the Lion - Benaiah 2 Samuel 23:20-23 1 Chronicles 11:22-25 1 John 4:4 June 5, 2022 Some of you may know this, most of you don’t know this . . . last year I was asked to be the volunteer police chaplain for Alexandria. I didn’t have to think too long before I said, ‘sure, I’d love to, but I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 11:22-25, 2 Samuel 23:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

Leap Of Faith

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jun 15, 2022

The point is the shepherd. The point is the shepherd who risks and seeks and perseveres and celebrates.

LEAP OF FAITH LUKE 15:1-7 #FATHERSDAY2022 INTRODUCTION https://www.wingclips.com/movie-clips/despicable-me/leap-of-faith (1:51) This scene is from Despicable Me (2010, Universal Pictures). The animated movie is about Felonious Gru, a super-villain who adopts three girls, Margo, Edith, and Agnes, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

5 Smooth Stones

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jun 28, 2022

To show 5 things David did to overcome the giant. 5 teachings of the faith that are important.

Title: 5 Smooth Stones Theme: To show 5 things David did to overcome the giant. 5 teachings of the faith that are important. Text: 1 Samuel 17 1Sa 17:1-11 Now the Philistines gathered their armies together to battle, and were gathered together at Sochoh, which belongs to Judah; they encamped ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Psalm 87 - A Psalm Of The Sons Of Korah – The Lord Loves The Gates Of Zion The City Of God Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 6, 2022

This beautiful Psalm speaks of the foundations of Zion as the City of God. The gates are the first thing seen when entering. Glorious prophecies are in this Psalm for the future for Jerusalem and some of the nations. The Names of Jerusalem are explored.

PSALM 87 - A PSALM OF THE SONS OF KORAH – THE LORD LOVES THE GATES OF ZION THE CITY OF GOD PSALM 87 - A PSALM OF THE SONS OF KORAH - A SONG Psalm 87 v 1 “His foundation is in the holy mountains.” This abrupt commencement to the Psalm could almost be a title for the Psalm. This is in praise ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 14:32, Jeremiah 33:16, Isaiah 19:16-25, Psalm 48:1, Psalm 2:6, Zechariah 14:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Is Still God, He Is Still On The Throne

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jul 10, 2022

We all face life-altering moments that change us forever. There is consolation in knowing that God is still on the throne.

He Is Still God, He Is Still On The Throne TEXT: Isaiah 6:1-8 (NKJV) In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord sitting on a throne, high and lifted up, and the train of His robe filled the temple. 2 Above it stood seraphim; each one had six wings: with two he covered his face, with ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pilate The Procurator – A Double Minded Psychopath - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 13, 2022

Pilate was a gutless man, weak and scheming. He was a known murderer among the Jews. All the flaws of his character came out when he confronted Jesus. This message looks at truth, lying and other matters.

PILATE THE PROCURATOR – A DOUBLE MINDED PSYCHOPATH - PART 2 THE CHARACTERS OF JOHN’S GOSPEL – PILATE - PART 2 OF 2 This Message on Pilate continues from Part 1. John 19 v 4 Pilate came out again and said to them, “Behold, I am bringing Him out to you that you may know that I find no guilt in ...read more

Scripture: John 19:4-22, Matthew 27:24-25, Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lie: I Am What I Am Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 22, 2022

This lie promotes the idea that we are destined to be who we are. You feel trapped in whatever sin you may be engaged in and you believe you'll never change. But God says, "No, that's not true. You may feel you were born that way, but God says you must be 'born again.'"

OPEN: A young boy was being punished, and one of the punishments wasthat he was forbidden to go swimming. One day he came home with his hair wet and his mother demanded an explanation. “I fell in the lake,” he said. “Really? (she said). Then why AREN’T your clothes wet?” He grinned and said: “Well… ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

'warning Against Adultery'

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 14, 2023

'Warning Against Adultery' - Proverbs chapter 5 verses 1-23 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: The involvement goes from sweetness to bitterness verses 1-6. The involvement goes from gain to loss verses 7-14. The involvement goes from purity to pollution verses 15-20 The involvement goes from freedom to bondage verses 21-23 SERMON BODY: iLL: • The Ten Commandments were ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 5:1-23

Denomination: Brethren

The Five Requirements Of Faith

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on May 15, 2023

Abraham failed at times and had doubts like we do. He wasn’t perfect. This is the reason he is an excellent example of what it means to live a vibrant life of faith.

TITLE: THE FIVE REQUIREMENTS OF FAITH SCRIPTURE: GENESIS 12:1-2 / JOSHUA 24:2-3 (The five topical points are from Dr. Charles Stanley with my defining of each) This morning will be the third installment of our “Faith Walk Series.” Recall with me a few weeks ago we shared the message “Lord, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-2, Joshua 24:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

U-Turns Encouraged Here Series

Contributed by John Bright on Jun 22, 2023

A four part series on Jonah. A good reminder that you can run… but you can’t hide from God! Teaching sheet at the end of the text.

“U-turns Encouraged Here” Jonah 1:17-2:10 Pastor John Bright Jonah 1:17 “Now the Lord had prepared a great fish to swallow Jonah. And Jonah was in the belly of the fish three days and three nights.” Jonah 2 “Then Jonah prayed to the Lord his God from the fish’s belly. 2 And he said: “I cried ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8, John 3:16, Deuteronomy 31:6, Revelation 2:6, Matthew 5:23-24, 2 Timothy 4:2, Ephesians 4:18-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist