Sermons on Persuaded:

Preparing For The Future Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 23, 2023

In Mark 13, Jesus prepared His disciples for two future events: the destruction of Jerusalem and His second coming. The first event would come with warnings, but the second will be a surprise. Readiness and alertness and trust in the Lord were necessary for both.

Introduction A. One day there was an airplane that was having engine trouble, so the pilot instructed the cabin crew to have the passengers take their seats and get prepared for an emergency landing. 1. A few minutes later, the pilot asked the flight attendants if everyone was buckled in and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christians: We Must Love One Another! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 25, 2023

In today's Scripture God wants us to know: 1. That this is an old commandment (vs. 7). 2. That this is a new commandment (vs. 8). 3. That this is the only way to walk in the light of the Lord (vs. 9-11).

Christians: We Must Love One Another! 1 John 2:7-11 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The First Epistle of John (Prepared November 25, 2023) MESSAGE: *Christians: Are you walking in the light of God's love? *Somewhere, I have an old cartoon where the pastor is closing out the service. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

An Invitation To Healing (Bonus Week) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 25, 2022

God gave most of this message to me while I was at work. I took dictation, basically, for 45 minutes, and then tried to fill in gaps without messing it up. Bottom line: God will heal you.

Brothers and sisters, understand today that I am in no way criticizing you, or condemning you, or judging you. I want to help you. There is no more obvious sign of the church's weakness and lack of faith than the chronic sickness and disease found in so many of its members. Even just among ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:23, Matthew 8:17, Matthew 9:35, Luke 4:16-19, Matthew 10:1, Luke 10:1-12, Mark 11:20-25, Luke 4:38-39, Acts 10:37-38  (view more)  (view less)

In The Palm Of Your Hand Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Feb 6, 2022

When you hold the Bible in your hand, you’re not just holding a book. When you open it and read it, you’re not just reading words. You’re not just taking in information. You are taking in life … still warm from the breath of God.

I want to start out with two true stories this morning and I want to ask you what you notice is common to both stories and what is missing. Ready? Aurelius Augustinus was born on November 13, 354 a.d. in Tagaste, Numbia … or what is known today as Algeria. We know Aurelius Augustinus today as ...read more

Scripture: Amos 8:11, 2 Timothy 4:1-7, 2 Timothy 3:1-5, 2 Timothy 3:14-17, Isaiah 55:10-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

Pattern Of Conversion 5 Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Dec 17, 2021

To establish that Paul’s preaching of Christ unto the Philippian jailer and his house in Philippi was the continuation of his preaching, of the Great Commission and the Holy Spirit’s revelation of the “pattern of conversion,” designed to save all believers by God’s grace through the faith in Christ.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Hear of the faith. 2. Believe in the gospel. 3. Repent of sins. 4. Confess faith in Christ. 5. Be baptized into Christ. Introductory Remarks. 1. The “gift” of salvation is given to all by God’s grace, not by our faith or works of merit. Salvation is not given merely upon ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Can The Devil Cause A Born-Again Christian To Become Sick?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 31, 2021

Many interesting explanations try to explain the reason for sickness

The most dominant one is that the devil causes it. In the New Testament, we read that the Apostle Paul had a 'thorn' that many believe was a sickness given to him by the devil (2 Cor 12:7). (I will address this in more detail shortly). There was also a woman who was bound/disabled by satan ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:23, 1 Corinthians 11:27-32, Romans 5:12-13, Genesis 3:17-19, Romans 7:21-25, 2 Corinthians 12:7, Acts 26:18, 1 Corinthians 15:55-57  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

8th Sunday After Pentecost. July 19th, 2026. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 2, 2023

Year A, Proper 11.

Genesis 28:10-19, Psalm 139:1-12, Psalm 139:23-24, Isaiah 44:6-8, Psalm 86:11-17, Romans 8:12-25, Matthew 13:24-30, Matthew 13:36-43 A). AN UNEXPECTED ENCOUNTER WITH GOD. Genesis 28:10-19a. GENESIS 28:10. Jacob had defrauded his brother Esau of both his birthright and his blessing. So now Jacob ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-19, Psalm 139:1-12, Psalm 139:23-24, Isaiah 44:6-8, Psalm 86:11-17, Romans 8:12-25, Matthew 13:24-30, Matthew 13:36-43  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Third Journey Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Jun 20, 2023

Paul’s second journey had barely concluded when he set out again to strengthen and encourage the churches. In his third journey, we find a few interesting stories from which we can learn about how we ought to live as Christians today.

Introduction Video Ill.: Paul’s Third Missionary Journey - Graphe This morning, we are continuing our summer road trip, going along with Paul on his journeys as recorded in Acts. We started by joining Paul and Barnabas on their first journey as they traveled throughout the province of Asia, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sharing New Life Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 11, 2023

Sharing New Life Series: Jesus ...Changes Everything (Colossians) Brad Bailey – June18, 2023

Sharing New Life Series: Jesus ...Changes Everything (Colossians) Brad Bailey – June18, 2023 Intro – Today… we are concluding our series drawing from the Biblical Book of Colossians. We will engage just a few verses from the final chapter of this book. But to appreciate the big picture…let me ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-2, Colossians 1:6, Colossians 1:13-15, Colossians 4:2-6, John 5:17, 1 Corinthians 9:19-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Answering Life's Most Important Question Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 8, 2023

This sermon marks a critical point in the ministry of Jesus. It is time for Jesus' disciples to know that He is the Messiah and to know what kind of Messiah He will be. They are shocked to discover there is a cross in store for Jesus and for all of Jesus' followers.

Introduction: A. One day, two men with the same qualifications interviewed for the same job and both did equally well in the interview. 1. The hiring manager decided to have them both take an exam with 10 questions to help him make a decision about who to hire. 2. As it turned out, both men only ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Forbidden Food

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Aug 12, 2023

The Forbidden Food - Daniel chapter 1 verse 1-21 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: • Conquest (vs 1-2) • Conscription (vs 3-7) • Courage (vs 8-16) • Choice (vs 17-21) SERMON BODY: ill: • I have a list of opposites, • I will give you a word and collectively shout out the opposite. • Happy x sad • Above x below • Broad x narrow • Ability x inability • Import x ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Brethren

Jesus Wants To Help Us Understand The Kingdom Of Heaven - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 10, 2022

King Jesus wants us to learn... 1. About His Lordship. 2. About His love. 3. About the lost. 4. About living in His light.

Jesus Wants to Help Us Understand the Kingdom of Heaven - Part 1 The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared May 10, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 13 to focus on another of the Lord's parables. Jesus used these simple, earthly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30, Matthew 13:36-43

Denomination: Baptist

Experiencing Hardship And Heartbreak Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 16, 2022

The story of Naomi and Ruth is about how, as the old hymn says, "God moves in a mysterious way, His wonders to perform." As dark and bleak as things looked in Naomi's life, little did she know that God was at work to bring blessings, to her and through her.

A. How many of you have ever had a bad day? Certainly, all of us have had bad days. Right? 1. Let’s have a little fun by starting with some “You know you’ve having a bad day when…” sayings: a. Your horn sticks on the highway behind 32 Hell’s Angels on their motorcycles. b. Your birthday cake ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paul's Opponents Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 4, 2022

Did the Apostle Paul have enemies? He sure did! I never thought about it before, but I think he had many opponents (enemies) because His preaching must have ruffled many feathers. I love him because I love the books of the Bible he wrote and the stand he took for Jesus Christ.

Paul's Opponents 6/4/2022 Did the Apostle Paul have enemies? He sure did! I never thought about it before, but I think he had many opponents (enemies) because His preaching must have ruffled many feathers. I love him because I love the books of the Bible he wrote and the stand he took for Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36

Denomination: Baptist

Father Knows Best

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jun 15, 2022

“Father Knows Best” is an American sitcom starring Robert Young, Jane Wyatt, Elinor Donahue, Billy Gray and Lauren Chapin.

The series, which began on radio in 1949, aired as a television show for six seasons doing 203 episodes. It was a good family program because it exalted the dad of the home. This church is blessed with some wonderful dads! You could go into any church in America and you would not find any better ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-3

Denomination: Baptist