Sermons on Persevering In Trials:

Behold Your King! (John 18:28-19:16) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Apr 6, 2022

When we look at Jesus during his trial, what do we see? Who do we see? Also, Pilate should not be read sympathetically. He's not open-minded, and he fears the wrong thing/person.

When you read commentators on the Gospel of John, there are two very different ways to understand our story today, about Jesus' trial before Pilate. Everyone agrees that the focus of today's story, in many ways, is on Pilate. He is the only one in every scene. He's like the glue that ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-40, John 19:1-16

Jesus’ Sacrifice For Our Redemption (Luke, Part 12) Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 11, 2022

Today we are going to examine the arrest, trial, crucifixion, and burial. If you have been in church for at least a year, you’ve heard this message, so, my challenge to you is this: Ask God, “What is that I need to learn as we enter this Holy week?”

Jesus’ Sacrifice for our Redemption (Luke, Part 12) Luke 22:39-23:56 Introduction / Recap - Last week, we discussed the Lord’s Supper and its importance for today -- What Jesus does is give them a covenant they can stand firm on -- If they serve, they will earn a place in eternity by His side ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-18, Jeremiah 17:9, 2 Corinthians 7:10, Luke 22:39-71, Luke 23:1-56  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Do Godly People Suffer

Contributed by Grant Adams on May 14, 2022

The difference between happy Christians and unhappy ones is not the absence of trouble.

1. Many suffer physically. 2. Many suffer financially 3. Many suffer mentally. 4. Many suffer inwardly. There are three ways to gather material for a message. 1. To read about it. 2. To be told about it. 3. To experience it. The difference between happy Christians and unhappy ones is not the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Decision In The Desert- First Sunday Of Lent

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Mar 5, 2022

A paradigm for its own struggle in an alien environment.

THE DEVIL IN THE DESERT “You shall not put the Lord your God to the test,” Jesus replied to Satan from Deuteronomy 6:16: but the rest of the verse says, “as you tested [God] at Massah.” Massah means testing and Meribah means contention. Psalm 95:8 says, “Do not harden your hearts as you did ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Catholic

Seek The Lord

Contributed by James Dina on Jul 25, 2020

Seeking the Lord is the conscious fixing of our mind’s attention and our heart’s affection on God. He is our best friend when we are at our best, and he is our only friend when we are at our worst. Seek the Lord and His strength; seek His presence on a regular basis.

SEEK THE LORD! “I would seek unto God, and unto God would I commit my cause” (Job 5:8) It is the honor and privilege of every Christian to know God and to walk with Him on a daily basis. He is the one true and glorious God who has created ...read more

Scripture: Job 5:8, 1 Chronicles 22:19, Jeremiah 29:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Valley Of The Shadow Of Death

Contributed by Dr. Larry Petton on Aug 18, 2020

As we follow Jesus, our Good Shepherd, He will lead us beside the still waters in paths of righteousness for His Name’s sake. He will also lead us straight through VALLEYS at times. This message fits everyone of us, because we all face valleys in our lifetime. You may be facing one right now!

“THE VALLEY OF THE SHADOW OF DEATH” Dr. Larry Petton Psalm 23 _________________________________________________________________ As we follow Jesus, our Good Shepherd, He will lead us beside the still waters in paths of righteousness for His Name’s sake. He will also lead us straight through ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Going Through A Rough Patch Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 27, 2015

This is the 3rd sermon in the series "The Songs Of A King". How do you handle difficult times?

Series: The Songs Of A King [#3] GOING THROUGH A ROUGH PATCH Psalm 142:1-7 Introduction: Have you ever just had a really bad year? You know, the year that everything breaks down and nothing seems to go right? We all have had rough patches and David is no exception. The year 1060 A.D. was ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 142:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

What To Do When Your World Falls Apart

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Oct 31, 2020

This is from a series I preached on the Psalms.

Title: “What to Do When Your World Falls Apart” Script.: Psalm 3 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 11-1-20 Intro: As a young man, film director Robert Flaherty spent many months in the far north looking for iron ore and cod. He found neither, but he did shoot 70,000 feet of film in his ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Praise God? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Apr 19, 2020

We are to praise God always because there are many reasons through Jesus Christ!

Good day! It is good that you are worshiping God, for God is our Creator, Provider, Sustainer, Savior, Redeemer, Promise Keeper, and always giving us love! Let us always remember that God is always deserving of our worship, not only on Sundays but everyday of our lives. God is good, All the time…. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

After The Storm

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jun 27, 2021

In Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem entitled “The Rainy Day” we find this famous line which says “Into each life some rain must fall” meaning that everyone will experience difficulty and heartache at some point.

After the Storm By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - In Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem entitled “The Rainy Day” we find this famous line which says “Into each life some rain must fall” meaning that everyone will experience difficulty and heartache at some point. Matthew 5:45 says ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-40, Matthew 5:45, Isaiah 43:2

Denomination: Apostolic

Kairos Moments

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Mar 29, 2021

This sermon talks about the Kairos moments and the benefit they can have on our spiritual growth if we are willing to follow Jesus' words - "repent and believe."

OUTLINE 1. INTRODUCTION Overview of Discipleship and the benefit of Kairos moments 2. EXPLANATION OF KAIROS VS CHRONOS TIME 3. JESUS’ ANNOUCEMENT OF A KAIROS MOMENT (MARK 1:15) 4. OTHER KAIROS MOMENTS THROUGHOUT OF LIVES – When God uses life’s trials to enter into your reality and offers an ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:15

Denomination: Christian Church

No Hill For A Stepper

Contributed by G W Bill Elliott Jr on Feb 15, 2020

Problems are always upon us and getting over the little humps is easy. Getting over the larger ones simply means you grow to be bigger than that hill… so-as to just step right over it, rather than struggle to climb it.

Too often, we look on that passage “God never gives you more than you can handle” as though He is putting you through some awful test, or that He is “easing up on the throttle” regarding just how much pressure He is causing you to endure. This writing is to help us see this passage from His ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13, Matthew 13:3-9, Psalm 119:67

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Turning Our Adversities Into Opportunities

Contributed by Terry Denis on Mar 19, 2021

We all have adversities in life. As Christians, crisis could be an opportunity to do the plan of God in our lives at a particular situation. Let us look at the story of Joseph and be encouraged by his example.

Turning our Adversities Into Opportunities Genesis 37-50 The Story of Joseph.  1. Crisis #1 - His brothers hated him. (Genesis 37:3) a)  Jacob loved Joseph more than any of his sons because he had been born to him in his old age. He also gave him a robe (cloak) of many colors. b) His ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hannah's Prayer

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Sep 4, 2021

This is from a series I preached on great prayers of the saints.

Title: “Hannah’s Prayer” Scripture: I Sam. 1:10-20 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 9-5-21 Intro: There are several women whose faith is honored in the Bible. We would do well to remember the lives they lived, the prayers they prayed, and the faith they exhibited. The same God that these ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Transformed By Truth: Strength And Trust In God Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 28, 2024

The truth of God's Word can transform our lives, especially when we face challenges and uncertainties. Let's examine the truth that empowers us, sustains us, and transforms us.

Transformed by Truth: Strength and Trust in God Philippians 4:13 Introduction Today, we gather to explore how the truth of God's Word can transform our lives, especially when we face challenges and uncertainties. Our primary text is Philippians 4:13, but we will also draw from various passages ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13, Psalm 62:8, Psalm 31:14-16, Psalm 46:1, James 1:2, John 16:33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal