Sermons on Pleaded:

The Danger In Growing Strong

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 22, 2018

Uzziah was blessed beyond measure ... until he grew strong. His life, and his actions when he grew strong, serve as a warning to the Christian to beware of depending on oneself rather than depending on the Lord.

“In Jerusalem [Uzziah] made machines, invented by skillful men, to be on the towers and the corners, to shoot arrows and great stones. And his fame spread far, for he was marvellously helped, till he was strong. “But when he was strong, he grew proud, to his destruction. For he was unfaithful to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 26:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

Make The House You Have The Home You Want

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 14, 2020

The message is a plea for Christians to ensure that their families are provided with a model for Christian living and that all within the family know the message of life in the Son of God.

“Fear the LORD and serve him in sincerity and in faithfulness. Put away the gods that your fathers served beyond the River and in Egypt and serve the LORD. And if it is evil in your eyes to serve the LORD, choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your fathers served in the region ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Unwelcomed In Zion

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 21, 2020

A review and application of the ministry of Amos, known to standing with God and against religion.

“Amaziah said to Amos, ‘O seer, go, flee away to the land of Judah, and eat bread there, and prophesy there, but never again prophesy at Bethel, for it is the king’s sanctuary, and it is a temple of the kingdom.’ “Then Amos answered and said to Amaziah, ‘I was no prophet, nor a prophet’s son, but I ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

We Do Not Lose Heart

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 18, 2023

When we grow discouraged, we will be encouraged by the knowledge of what God has done and what He is doing in our lives because of Christ our Lord.

“We have this treasure in jars of clay, to show that the surpassing power belongs to God and not to us. We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed; always carrying in the body the death of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is God?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 8, 2025

Like many people in this day, Moses knew about God, but Moses didn't know God until he encountered God. Each of us who are twice born will have had an encounter with the Lord God. Until then, He is but a rumor.

“Moses was keeping the flock of his father-in-law, Jethro, the priest of Midian, and he led his flock to the west side of the wilderness and came to Horeb, the mountain of God. And the angel of the LORD appeared to him in a flame of fire out of the midst of a bush. He looked, and behold, the bush ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Worship The Lamb

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 26, 2025

A study of Abraham as he worshipped the Lord God in the Land of Moriah. What we learn of worship as we consider Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son, Isaac.

“After these things God tested Abraham and said to him, ‘Abraham!’ And he said, ‘Here I am.’ He said, ‘Take your son, your only son Isaac, whom you love, and go to the land of Moriah, and offer him there as a burnt offering on one of the mountains of which I shall tell you.’ So Abraham rose ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Why People Do Not Come To Christ.

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 24, 2002

What are the issues that keep people from coming to a relationship with the Lord?

Why People Do Not Come to Christ Matthew 19:16-22 Reading: Hebrews 3:1-6, 12-19 Intro: Jeremiah 8:20 One day the harvest will be past. Those who had opportunity to receive Christ will realize that it is too late. The day will come when “the harvest is past” The summer is ended…the time of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22, Jeremiah 8:20

Denomination: Baptist

What To Do While You Wait

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Sep 20, 2007

Ever prayed and then waited on the anwser. What are we to do after we pray and we are just waiting on God to answer? This sermon peers into the upper Room as we learn from the disciples of Jesus what to do while we wait on Him!

Intro: Hunters wait for the kill Pregnant women wait 9 months for the birth Patients wait on the doctor Husbands wait on their wives while they shop Teenagers can hardly wait until theycan drive Psalm 62:5 “My soul, wait quietly on God alone.” Waiting is not the absence of movement! Waiting ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is My Relationship To The Cross?

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Mar 21, 2006

My prayer reveals how I view the cross

PowerPoint Keys + - New Slide > - Transition In X - Transition Out ☐ - Temple Graphic _______________________________________________________ Faith’s Action/Reaction > X -Fiery Serpents - Num 21:34-9 > X - Thieves on the cross - Lk 23:39-43 > X - Agrippa II - Acts 26:28 > We, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Lord Let My Pain Be For Your Gain

Contributed by Simone Williams on Dec 17, 2003

Pain can be used to Glorify God’s Kingdom

Lord Let My Pain, Be For Your Gain {Text Philippians 1:12-24} Pain – The distress or suffering, mental or physical caused by great anxiety, anguish, grief, disappointment. Punishment, hurt. Gain – The act of getting something, to get an increase, to get by labor to earn The city of Philippi ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Parable Of The Father's Heart

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Oct 22, 2005

The heart of God is revealed in this wonderful parable, as H e reaches out to those who have gone astray.

THE PARABLE OF THE FATHER’S HEART Luke 15:11 - 32 1. THE FATHER’S WEALTH WEALTH IN HIS FAMILY - Two Sons WEALTH IN HIS POSSESSIONS - Servants and property 11 ¶ Jesus continued: "There was a man who had two sons. 12 The younger one said to his father, ‘Father, give me my share of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Word For Thanksgiving

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Nov 23, 2017

Being thankful for everything.

A Word for Thanksgiving 1 Thessalonians 5:18 “in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 New King James Version (NKJV) “I will praise You with my whole heart; Before the gods I will sing praises to You. I will worship toward Your holy ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Manna!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 3, 2014

When you get passionate for God and His work: God’s will for your life will take priority over your own selfish plans.

Wafers made with honey! Numbers 16: 13 “So it was that quails came up at evening and covered the camp, and in the morning the dew lay all around the camp.” Would you like to take a sneak-preview into the personal life of a woman preacher? Here we go! It was Sunday, we had taken the ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 16:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Gradually

Contributed by Bala Samson on Aug 2, 2014

Moses preparation for the iconic job of leading a gigantic team of 6 lakh people started while he was three months old!

Gradually! Psalm 37:23”The steps of a man are established by the LORD, when he delights in his way..” God takes you through from one level to another gradually! Did you hear me say gradually? Yes……gradually! He is in no hurry! God prepares you for the higher level while ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

No Turning Back

Contributed by Bala Samson on Aug 30, 2015

Just because you did not get some stuff does not mean you turn back, just because you’re prayers were unanswered does not mean you quit church, just because you were not healed does not mean you walk out on God! Press forward!

Luke 9:62” Jesus replied, "No one who puts a hand to the plow and looks back is fit for service in the kingdom of God." Too late to withdraw! You have come far too long to quit! I pray that you will be blessed and encouraged by this devotion. You are an overcomer, a warrior and a child of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:62

Denomination: Pentecostal