Sermons on Pillars:

Out Of The Frying Pan

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 5, 2011

When the going gets tough, do you go with the flow or stand firm with confidence in God?

I thought about calling this sermon “Denial is a river in Egypt” but decided after considerable struggle that it was just a little bit TOO clever. Just because you forgive most of my puns doesn’t mean that I have a permanent free pass. But denial is a big part of what this ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Revealed

Contributed by Leonard Davis on Mar 1, 2016

God has been revealing Himself to us in a number of ways. The clearest revelation we will ever have is found in the person of Jesus, the Christ.

GOD REVEALED John 1:1-18 Sometimes as we try to learn about a particular subject, we may experience a realization that “the more we know, the less we understand about the subject.” Actually, we do understand more as we learn more, but we also realize that there is so much more to know ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Strong Man; Weak Mind

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 12, 2013

What does God expect His servants to do with all that He has given them? All the talents, gifts, and opportunities? God expects His servants to live life with dignity and decency.

22 February 2006 Strong Man; weak Mind Judges 16:1-16:31 Former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger asked an assistant to prepare an analysis on a special assignment. The assistant worked night and day. An hour after he gave it to ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Drive Out Sin Or It Will Drive You

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 16, 2013

One of the greatest problems that I see in the church is that fact that too many people follow the same path that Israel followed when they first entered into the Promised Land. They were quick to forget the great miracles of deliverance that God had give

Friday, September 16, 2005 Drive Out Sin or It Will Drive You Judges 2:1-2:22 One of the greatest problems that I see in the church is that fact that ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Household

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jun 8, 2012

Serving in the Church & Deacons. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

THE OFFICE OF A DEACON: They must be respected (vs 8): They must be genuine (vs 8): They must be self-controlled (vs 8). They must be honest (vs 8): They must be biblical (vs 9) They must be approved (vs 10) They must be consistent (vs 11-12) They must be industrious (vs 13) THE HOUSEHOLD OF ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:8-16

Denomination: Brethren

I’ve Got A Testimony

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Nov 28, 2012

Many times as believers we fail to realize that one of the greatest weapons we have against hell is our testimony. Your testimony makes you a threat to hell, so open your mouth and testify.

Text: Josh 4:1-9, 20-24 Joshua chose 12 men out of the 12 tribes of Israel and commanded them to take every man a stone. These stones were to become pillars of testimony to the miracle power of God dividing the Jordan and delivering the children of Israel. It was required that every man would take ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Glory In Her Midst Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 4, 2010

While the 2nd vision sets forth the destruction of the powers that were behind those hostile to Israel, the 3rd represents the development of His people & His kingdom till it completely unfolds into its final glory.

ZECHARIAH 2:1-5 GLORY IN HER MIDST (The Third Vision) [Isaiah 61:4-9] [Background Study: Gen. 22:17 & 18; Ps. 72:8-11; Isaiah 54:2,3, Chs 60-62; Jer. 31:31-40, 32:36-40; Amos 9:11-15; Mic. 2:12 & 13, 4:1-8, ch 5] The second and third visions stand in close connection with the first. ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Samson: Deliverer In Need Of Deliverance Pt. 2 Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 28, 2009

IN GOD’S DELIVERANCE STORY, OUR HERITAGE AND OUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS NEVER EXCUSE PERSONAL COMPROMISE.

Samson -- Deliverer in Need of Deliverance Part Two Judges 14-16 9/6/09 INTRODUCTION Michael Gerard "Mike" Tyson (born June 30, 1966) was the undisputed heavyweight champion and remains the youngest man ever to win the WBC, WBA and IBF world heavyweight titles. He won the WBC title at just 20 ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Christ's Message To Philadelphia Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 12, 2016

The analysis of Christ's message to Philadelphia in Revelation 3:7-13 teaches us that a church may be feeble but faithful.

Scripture We are currently in a series of messages titled, “Christ’s Message to the Seven Churches,” that is based on the first three chapters of the Book of Revelation. In Revelation 1 the resurrected Christ revealed himself to his Apostle John, and told him to write letters to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Church At Philadelphia Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Nov 17, 2016

The door of evangelism was wide open to them and they did God's will. They obeyed His will. There was no condemnation uttered for this church. There was only an admonition to hold fast what they had.

I. Introduction A. Quick review of the 5 previous churches 1. The church at Ephesus a. The church at Ephesus was commended for (1) Hard work and perseverance (2) For its stand against heresy (3) For enduring hardships for Christ's name (4) And for hating the practices ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13, Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

I Forgot Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Mar 31, 2016

Our present passage provides insight as to why the Israelites stumbled in fulfilling their obligations, and consequently should give us some insight into our own stumbling.

Psalm 78:9-11 I Forgot 12/30/08 D. Marion Clark Introduction This psalm is excellent for studying at the end of the year – for it is a psalm of looking back so as to look forward. The first eight verses focus on the obligation God’s people have to pass on to the next generation what ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:9-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Spirit As Fire Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 20, 2025

Throughout the Bible, God presents Himself as fire. Fire has many positive and helpful effects that reflect the way the Holy Spirit works in our lives.

Introduction: A. This past week, our nation has watched in horror as parts of the city of Los Angeles were destroyed by wildfires. 1. As of the writing of this sermon on Thursday…25 people had died in the fires, 12,300 structures had been destroyed, and 100,000 people had been evacuated. B. It is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:28-29, Matthew 3:11, Psalm 139:23-24, Zechariah 2:5, 1 Thessalonians 5:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don’t Look Back

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Jan 23, 2021

Looking back could cause you to fall, or even maybe your life

As we have been in these days and nights of concentration and prayer, we see how the Lord has been changing thing for our good. We see that petitions have been heard, prayers have been answered, and the needs that has been met. We see that God has manifested himself in the presence of the people ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:1-4, Luke 17:32

Denomination: Baptist

Let Justice Run Down

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Apr 15, 2021

In Amos' time, justice and righteousness no longer prevailed in Israel; but rather, it had become wormwood. Wormwood is toxic, so Israel was dealing with a toxic justice system - but God was going to bring justice!

In Amos 5:24, we read, “Let justice run down like water, and righteousness like a mighty stream!” This is a verse that probably resonates with us all. We all desire justice! I read some Christian articles that predicted the year 2020 to be “the year of justice,” but I doubt anyone who made these ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:6-7, Amos 5:10-15

Denomination: Baptist

Stay In The Tent

Contributed by John Oscar on Feb 15, 2017

The importance of being deliberate and guarding your time with God, as well as pursing intimacy with HIM

Stay in the Tent! CCCAG February 12th, 2017 Scripture: Exodus 33:7-11 Intro In my early days of being a Christian, I was working in an electronics factory. Tammie and I had been arguing over something that morning when she got home from work after closing the restaurant she managed, and I left ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:7-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God