Sermons on Pious Ones:

A Kingdom Not From Here

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 19, 2018

Is Jesus a king? How does Jesus compare to government leaders of this world? What is the truth of Jesus’ reign?

Is God’s kingdom meant to just rule in our hearts or is there more to it? Is Jesus a king? How does Jesus compare to government leaders of this world? What is the truth of Jesus’ reign? Let’s examine Pilate’s questioning of Jesus in John 18:33-37 and what Jesus had to say about His kingdom. King ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Incarnation In Ezekiel

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 30, 2018

“I the LORD their God with them" (Ezekiel 34:30).

THE INCARNATION IN EZEKIEL. Ezekiel 34:1-31. “I the LORD their God (am) with them” (Ezekiel 34:30). The word “am” is provided in italics in some of our English translations, to indicate that it is not in the original. ‘What is this but “God with us”?’ asked C. H. Spurgeon in his 19th ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 34:30, Ezekiel 34:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"what Mary Treasured"?

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 30, 2018

Some of the incidents Mary recalls about Jesus that more and likely changed her forever.

Luke 2:41-52. “What Mary treasured” Children what is your favorite memory of Christmas? Mary remembers things about Jesus • Jesus parents went every year to the festival of Passover, Jesus must have remained at The Temple • Joseph and Mary return in hunt ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Methodist

Scapegoats

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 28, 2019

Jesus turns that human sin on its head by becoming the scapegoat, by taking all sin onto His divine shoulders and letting the Romans and Jewish leaders nail His sacred Body to the cross.

Tuesday of 2nd Week in Easter The great literary critic and philosopher René Noël Théophile Girard, was baptized in France with names that speak of Christmas, his birthday, and the love of God. He gave us the idea that all our desires are borrowed from other people, and that all ...read more

Scripture: John 3:7-15, Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Catholic

A Mothers Touch Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 13, 2018

This Mother's Day sermon is the 1st sermon in the "Playing A New Game" series.

Series: Playing A New Game [#1] A MOTHER’S TOUCH John 19:25-27 Introduction: On this Mother’s Day, I want to begin a new series. When I think about all that happens in people’s lives, I think about a board game I used to play called “Life”. In this game, the goal is to make it through the ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Be A Liar In The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Richard Papafio on May 16, 2018

There is no need to lie about what you can do or want to do. For God is omnipresent and omniscient.

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: DONT BE A LIAR IN THE KINGDOM OF GOD Acts 5:1-11 King James Version (KJV) 5 But a certain man named Ananias, with Sapphira his wife, sold a possession, 2 And kept back part of the price, his wife also being privy to it, and brought a certain part, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Charismatic

"Popcorn Christian”

Contributed by Bubot Parago on May 19, 2018

Popcorn is the ultimate movie snack, and who doesn't love how quick it is to heat up a batch? The only thing is, it's pretty easy to burn. Popcorn must be heated with a strong—but not too strong—heat source.

POPCORN: any of several varieties of corn whose kernels burst open and puff out when subjected to dry heat. Popcorn is the ultimate movie snack, and who doesn't love how quick it is to heat up a batch? The only thing is, it's pretty easy to burn. Popcorn must be heated with a strong—but not too ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Is The Treasure?

Contributed by Howard Gunter on May 22, 2018

We can't see the treasure in which our 'hope' lies.

Mid-Week Message/Devotion May 23, 2018 Romans 8:22-27 Where is the Treasure? When times are tough, and we seem to struggle just to survive, having dreams of some kind of windfall are a common aspect of our psyche, aren’t they? Be honest with yourself. Just take a look at American history. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:22-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Strong Tower

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jun 2, 2018

The Name of the lord is the strong tower. Not the tower itself that contains the strength and poer. The righteous run into the Nme of the Lord

A Strong Tower “The name of the Lord is a strong tower. The righteous run into it and are safe” Proverbs 18:10 The Name of the Lord is a strong tower. The righteous run into it and are safe.” When we read this verse we seem to focus on the big strong tower that is a fortified place to hide from ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

"We Fail God And That’s Ok Or Is It?”

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 6, 2020

Is it ok to fail our Lord during the Last Supper many claimed they would not but they did.

“We Fail God and that’s ok or is it?” Matthew 26:31-35 Maundy Thursday Last supper 1. Why do we fail God? • In Jeremiah, we read: “The heart is devious above all else; it is perverse — who can understand it? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:31-35

Denomination: Methodist

Precious Peace Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Aug 7, 2019

There are three types of peace which experience.

Precious Peace Galatians 5:22 Introduction: Helen Keller said, “I don’t want peace that passes understanding, I want the understanding that brings peace.” What is peace? It has been described as a sense of security, a sense of a foundation underneath you, the assurance that God is in control. See ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Baptist

"let Us Run"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 13, 2019

Scripture refer to faith on occasions as run or running. Faith is a run, faith is a challenge, and fait is difficult.

Hebrews 11:29-12:2 “Let Us Run” 1. Faith is often recorded in Scripture leaning towards Running • Isaiah says those that have Faith in the Lord 31will renew their strength They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, Isa 40:31 • Paul make a statement that who run ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Methodist

(Section 5) Dreams And Visions Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 17, 2019

God does not lead His children by any rules whatsoever. No two of his children will be led alike.

(Section 5 His Will) V. DREAMS, VISIONS, AND IMPRESSIONS A. INTRODUCTION God does not lead His children by any rules whatsoever. No two of his children will be led alike, and it is most probable that He will never lead any one of His children twice in exactly the same way. Therefore rules ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:9-10, Acts 10:9-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual Gifts Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 19, 2019

Many take what’s called the “supplemental gifts” and have made them the “supreme gifts”.

SPIRITUAL GIFTS I CORINTHIANS 14:12 INTRODUCTION: A lot is being said today about gifts. Like the issue at Corinth. The subject has arisen again. Many take what’s called the “supplemental gifts” and have made them the “supreme gifts”. I want you to note four things. I. Some Gifts Can Be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Issue Of Integrity Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 20, 2019

Paul testified to three things he possessed. These three things should be evident, to some degree, in every Christian’s life. These things make up “the issue of integrity”.

THE ISSUE OF INTEGRITY II CORINTHIANS 1:12-2:17 INTRODUCTION: Paul was hated by many. He was constantly criticized and misunderstood. Some called into question his authority, sincerity and integrity. Welcome to the ministry! In this passage it is evident Paul’s reputation is taking a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist