Sermons on Pit:

Reubin Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 23, 2022

In the Torah, Reuben is briefly described as having had sexual activity with Bilhah, his stepmother's maid, and father's concubine. On his deathbed, Jacob declares that Reuben "will no longer excel, for you went up onto your father's bed, onto my couch and defiled it."

Reuben Pronunciation R??uven Born 1569 BCE Paddan Aram Died 1445 BCE or 1444 BCE (aged 125) Resting place Tomb of Reuben, Israel 31°55'46?N 34°44'02?E Children · Hanok (son) · Pallu (son) · Hezron (son) · ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 46:9

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 25, 2023

Based on Genesis 50:15-26 - Challenges hearers to consider the necessity of offering genuine & complete forgiveness to those who have wronged us

“THE POWER OF FORGIVENESS” Gen. 50:15-26 FBCF – 6/25/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – Every person here has at one time or another, found themselves in a situation in which you need to be forgiven by someone, & every person here has found themselves in a situation in which you need to forgive someone. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:15-26, James 4:10, Matthew 6:14-15, Colossians 3:13, Philippians 2:3, Psalm 25:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Finish Well - Acts 20:24 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 27, 2025

The world often measures success by how much we gain, how far we climb, and how well we are known. But the Apostle Paul teaches us to measure life by how faithfully we fulfil the mission Christ has given us.

Go! And Finish Well Acts 20:24 (NLT): "But my life is worth nothing to me unless I use it for finishing the work assigned me by the Lord Jesus—the work of telling others the Good News about the wonderful grace of God." Introduction: Living With Eternal Purpose The world often measures ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:24, Philippians 1:21, Ephesians 2:8-9, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Mark 1:15, Romans 12:1, Hebrews 12:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Doing God's Work For Him

Contributed by Bradley White-Findeisen on Oct 18, 2000

When I was 11 years old, my younger brother was killed in an accident.

When I was 11 years old, my younger brother was killed in an accident. In the ensuing days people tried to comfort our family in the best way they knew how. You know how it is. You feel the need to comfort a grieving person so you say something like, "He’s in a better place," or "God needed him in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Not As Our Sins Deserve

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: God's love is seen not just in what he does, but in what he doesn't do.

Thesis: God's love is seen not just in what he does, but in what he doesn't do. Intro.: 1. The Bible is a healthy blend of optimism and realism. a. On the one hand you have realistic books like Ecclesiastes. b. On the other, you have positive portions like psalms of thanksgiving. 2. This AM ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-22

Letting Go Of Loneliness

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 4, 2005

Loneliness and feelings of abandonment can rob us of life’s joys. The Bible offers clear paths that we can take to overcome loneliness and regain the joy of life.

Psalm 22:1-2, 19-21, 27-31 “Letting Go of Loneliness” INTRODUCTION In the book, Clan of the Cave Bear, by Jean Auel, the main character Aila commits an unpardonable sin. She is a woman, but she likes to hunt, which is the domain of the men. The Clan passes a death sentence on her, and cast ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-31

Denomination: Lutheran

What Satan, Society And A Savior Can Do For A Man

Contributed by Jeffrey Kellum on May 21, 2003

Different reactions to sin oppression

INTRODUCTION: Read Story from Mark 5 TEXTUAL IDEA: The story of the healing of the demon possessed man shows us much about the relationship demons have with man and Christ. SERMON IDEA: What Satan, Society and a Savior Can Do For a Man NEED: To develop healthy spiritual relationships 1.Consider ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Merciful God Series

Contributed by Matthew Duminy on Jun 15, 2004

First part of a 5 part course to help you get to know who God is

The Merciful God (El-Rakhoom) Read Deut 4:28-31 We all need mercy. I don’t need to tell you that we’re all sinners. It’s a simple, sad fact of life (“For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” – Rom 3:23). With this in mind, how can a pure, righteous and holy God allow us anywhere ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:28-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Blessing Of The Unfinished

Contributed by Wilson Murphy on May 9, 2004

Thank God for the things God helped you finish, but also the things He didn’t let you finish.

The Blessing in the Unfinished Ps 119:85-87 85 The proud have digged pits for me, which are not after thy law. 86 All thy commandments are faithful: they persecute me wrongfully; help thou me. 87 They had almost consumed me upon earth; but I forsook not thy precepts. Luke 15:13 And not many days ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:13-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Overcoming Bitterness With Praise"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Jan 26, 2004

An Acrostic message. Hopefully, this will help you to remember the key points. We will be spelling the word, "Praise." The means by which God has given to us to defeat the evil in this world is with our "praise."

Read Genesis 45:1-15 Joseph had a "right" to be angry. His ten brothers had thrown him into a horrible pit and sold him into slavery. Can you imagine how Joseph must have felt when he heard his brothers denouncing him as a "dreamer," and wanting him dead. For nearly twenty years Joseph lived ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-15, 1 Samuel 19:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Making Dreams Come True Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on May 25, 2006

Romans 15:4 tells us whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning. I believe we can learn from Old Testament characters such as Joseph.

I believe we can learn somethings from Joseph concerning making our God given visions to come true. See: Genesis 37:8-11 He clearly dreamed this dream and it was revealed unto him that one day he would sit in a prominent seat somewhere. Note: I personally believe that in the Old Testament they ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Antichrist Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 10, 2002

This is the 16th sermon in the series "The End". This sermon is about the Antichrist.

Sunday Evening August 4, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: “The End” [#16] THE ANTICHRIST Revelation 13:1-10 Introduction: 1. This chapter introduces a person well known to Bible prophecy. Called by at least 20 names, he is most commonly referred to as the Antichrist. 2. Just as ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Perfect Move Of God:

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 31, 2013

The right place may not always be a bright, great or a place of profit but it’s sure the best place from where God would unfold His blessings at the right time! Hang on with faith!

Perfect move of God: “So [Elijah] arose and went to Zarephath. And when he came to the gate of the city, behold a widow was there gathering sticks.” 1 Kings 17:10 The right place may not always be a bright, great or a place of profit but it’s sure the best place from where God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Christ Our Rock

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 25, 2009

We must learn to trust Christ for all our needs. Stand on and with him in all our trials.

JESUS CHRIST OUR ROCK Text : 1st Cor : 10 : 4 And did all drink the same spiritual drink: for they drank of that spiritual Rock that followed them: and that Rock was Christ. We are looking for something special to help keep us strong and stable in our lives. We tend to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:4

Denomination: Baptist

"Joshua's Learning Curve"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on May 27, 2008

A miracle happens when the Supernational supersedes the natural! Joshua had learned that the God who was standing in the open field with a sword in his hand, is also the same God who sits upon the throne of the universe!

Title: “Joshua’s Learning Curve” Text: (Josh 1:9) Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest. Introduction: Joshua is the commander and chief of the nation of Israel. God ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 10:1-12

Denomination: Baptist