Sermons on Pit:

A Helpless Baby Lying Beside The Road

Contributed by James Lowe on Feb 14, 2007

The picture of the condition the sinner was in before he or she came to Christ

A helpless baby lying beside the road Ezekiel 16: 4-14 In the book of Ezekiel we have a wonderful epitome of God’s marvelous grace. One may wonder how God could love a people such as Israel, with all their rebellion and idolatry. But then we also wonder how God could love sinners such as we ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 16:4-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

In Tune With The Culture But Out Of Step With The World

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jun 9, 2005

The need of the church to be culturally relevant.

These are important words because they tell us that these men from Issachar realized that changes were taking place in their nation & they needed to respond to those changes. Not only that, but they were the kind of men who could make the right decisions. Like the men of Issachar, we need to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 12:32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lead Us Not Into Temptation, But Deliver Us From Evil Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 12, 2005

God walks with us through the valley of the shadow of death. God gives us strength to endure and protects of from misbelief, unbelief and dispair.

Matthew 6:9-15, Luke 4:1-13 “Lead Us Not Into Temptation, But Deliver Us From Evil” INTRODUCTION The saying, “Opportunity only knocks once,” has been around for a long time. A recent caveat to this saying has been added, “but temptation bangs at the door constantly.” This seems to be all too ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Hear The Good News

Contributed by Ricky Johnson on Aug 31, 2005

Deals with the Good News no matter the situation. A follow-up to a sermon dealing with homosexuality within the church.

Last Sunday I violated one of the most cardinal rules in sermon presentation. They taught us in seminary to always end every sermon with Good News. Unfortunately, my subject last week left us with very little Good News to celebrate. But, after much consideration and after reading through the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18-28

Denomination: United Methodist

Up A Tree -- Out On A Limb

Contributed by David Gant on Jan 20, 2006

Lessons from the ministry of Jesus to Zacchaeus.

Up a Tree and out on a Limb – ZACCHAEUS TEXT: LUKE 19:1-10 I. What we can know about Zacchaeus 1. Not much known about him historically … we know more about the “job” he held. 1) Because of the name, as well as the people that surrounded him, we can know that he was Jewish. 2) Tax collector for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Supreme Judge Is Worthy Of Worship

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Jan 26, 2006

God is the Judge of all judges. Here’s why...

“O our God, will you not judge them? For we have no power to face this vast army that is attacking us. We do not know what to do, but our eyes are upon you" (NIV). Unlike in America, here in Asia the verdict in court is decided by the judge, not by the jury. But our judges have limited power to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Preexistence Of Christ

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Feb 5, 2006

Three things we can know about Christ in His preexistence.

The Preexistence of Christ John 1:118 December 1999 Mt. Bethel I. Introduction A. No study of the life of Christ would be complete without looking carefully at His ministry before He was born on earth to Mary. B. Many have tried to explain away the preexistence of Christ. 1. Jesus did not exist at ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Sinister Ministers

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Feb 17, 2006

This message show the ministry of Satan and his Demons in the world and how the Believer has the ability to overcome them.

Scripture: Revelation 2:20 – 25 Title: “THE SINISTER MINISTER” Introduction: As John was writing to the “Seven Churches” of Asia he began his remarks to the Church of Thyatira by saying, “I have this against you: You sufferest (TOLERATE) that woman Jezebel, who calls herself a prophetess.” John ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:20-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sitting At The Kings Table"

Contributed by W. Alderman on Feb 24, 2006

This message shows how wonderful grace is to the needy.

SITTING AT THE KINGS TABLE (A picture of Grace) TEXT: II Samuel 9:1-10-4) Pastor W. Max Alderman Introduction: Grace is a wonderful thing. It is wonderful because it is so Amazing. It is wonderful because it is Atoning. It is wonderful because it is ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God's Purpose In Deliverance

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Oct 4, 2005

We usually want deliverance, but God has an additional purpose beyond just rescuing us. In this famous battle passage, the purpose of God is clear.

Passage: Judges 7:1-22 Intro: As we have followed the faith adventure of Gideon, we have seen something. 2. God’s purpose was much more than the deliverance of Israel from the Midianites who visited annually like unwelcome in-laws 3. it was to deliver them with the goal of teaching a positive ...read more

Scripture: Judges 7:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Celebrating The Covenant Of Marriage

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Sep 9, 2004

I believe it’s time we re-think the purpose of the wedding ceremony and the marriage covenant.

TEXT: Malachi 2:13, 14 TITLE: CELEBRATING THE COVENANT OF MARRIAGE (Valentines Day, 99) Let me begin by saying that my intention today is not to make anybody feel bad who may not want to participate in the recommitment ceremony. In addition, I don’t want to make anybody here today feel bad who ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:13-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

An Atribute Of Liberation

Contributed by Glenn Hamel on Nov 14, 2004

The power of forgivness to set free.

If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 1John 1:9 What, then, shall we say in response to this? If God is for us, who can be against us? Romans 8:31 <<< That is the question I propose to you tonight>>>> If God has ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hail To The Chief

Contributed by Jeremy James on Nov 21, 2004

Why we should look to Christ and not political leaders for guidance and salvation.

Intro Presidential Politics and campaign Throughout this last week I have paid special attention to the Presidential politics by watching the Democratic National Convention on TV. After it was all over I began to realize that something odd was happening, and at first I dismissed it, but then I was ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:5-9

Denomination: Methodist

Sold Into Slavery - What Some Brothers Will Do Series

Contributed by Matthew Cook on Feb 17, 2005

How was Joseph able to handle betrayal and rejection from his brothers?

Sold Into Slavery – What Some Brothers Will Do February 16, 2005 Center Point Baptist Church Introduction Present the following illustration on rejection: Campbell Morgan was one of 150 young men who sought entrance into the ministry in 1888. He passed the doctrinal examinations, but then faced ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:12-36

Denomination: Baptist

Broken Cisterns

Contributed by Irvin Mccorkle on Feb 25, 2005

My people have changed their Glory for what does not profit.

Broken Cisterns Jer 2:11-13 Has a nation changed its gods, which are not gods? But My people have changed their Glory for what does not profit. 12 Be astonished, O heavens, at this, and be horribly afraid; be very desolate," (dried up) says the LORD. 13 "For My people have committed two evils: ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 2:11-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational