Sermons on Pleasurable:

Who's Not Ashamed?

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Aug 15, 2015

When most hear the phrase “not ashamed”, their minds think of the declaration by the Apostle Paul - “I am not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ." In this study, we focus on two lesser known passages that speak of another person who has said they are “not ashamed”.

When most students of the New Testament hear the phrase “not ashamed”, their minds think of the famous pronouncement by the Apostle Paul - “I am not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to everyone that believes; to the Jew first and also to ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Story 30 Lasting Influence Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 2, 2014

A lesson on the impact of the Apostle Paul on lives of believers.

1. Unexpected Influence Back in the 1800's a skeptic promised a famous British preacher, Alexander Maclaren (1826-1910) that he would attend his church for 4 Sundays. Maclaren told the skeptic that during those sermons he'd present reasons why he should believe in Jesus. The skeptic was true to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Adoption As Sons

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Jul 17, 2014

The believer has received the spirit of adoption whereby we cry Abby, Father

Adoption as Sons 2 Corinthians 6:14/18 Romans 8:14/15 “For as many as are led by the spirit of God, they are the sons of God. For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.” In these verses God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-15

Denomination: *other

The Blacklist - Pt. 1 - Black Eyes Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Apr 18, 2015

We are familiar with lists. To Do Lists, shopping lists, Santa's Naughty List. We know God has lists. The 10 Commandments, Fruit of the Spirit, Gifts of the Spirit. . . but are we familiar with God's "Blacklist"?

The Blacklist Pt. 1 – Black Eyes I. Introduction Lists are a part of life. Lists on paper. Lists on your phone. Lists are supposed to keep us ordered. "To Do Lists" and "Honey Do Lists". They are supposed to keep us on track . . . "Shopping Lists". There are lists you want to be on . . . ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Promises Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 3, 2015

This is the 18th sermon in the series "The Cure". As God's people, we are so blessed to serve a God who never breaks His promises.

Series: The Cure [#18] GOD’S PROMISES Romans 11:1-36 Introduction: How many of you have made promises and not kept them? Obviously, we have all made promises and not kept them; and honestly, most of the time it probably doesn’t bother us at all. Thank God, that He doesn’t ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:1-36

Denomination: Baptist

All You Need Is Love

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 5, 2015

The answer to the violence is exactly to do as Jesus did.

The Sixth Sunday of Easter 2015 The early Church was not exactly the love-fest that some would like to imagine. First, the Jewish and Roman authorities were, at the least, suspicious of this new Jewish sect where people–especially the poor and marginalized–were being healed and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Catholic

Are You Still At The Bottom Of The River?

Contributed by Richard Wimpey on May 14, 2015

Message on 2 Kings 6:1-7

As I prepare for this sermon I'm reminded of a quote I read that's goes like this “You shouldn't go through life with catchers mitts on both hands, you should be able to throw something back”. Many times we develop the attitude of what can God do for me instead of what can I do for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Thankful In Praise

Contributed by Chris Beam on Nov 10, 2014

At a time when we are mindful of all that we have, the proper response to God’s blessings is to praise Him for the favor He has showed us, and the great things He has done in our lives.

Thankful In Praise At a time when we are mindful of all that we have, the proper response to God’s blessings is to praise Him for the favor He has showed us, and the great things He has done in our lives. Simply being thankful is not enough; in fact, it’s the least we can do. Taking ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 111:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Plod On! We Are In A Marathron

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 20, 2014

Ministry must be build about the long haul not the sprint? Life is a MARATHON... PLOD ON... PREPARE FOR THE GOAL.

PLOD ON... LIFE IS A MARATHRON NOT A SPRINT... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com MY DAD HAS PASTORED ALMOST 60 YEARS, I HAVE 33 YEARS IN THE FULL TIME MINISTRY... OFTEN AS I LEAVE MY DAD HE SAYS: LOVE YOU SON! PLOD ON... PLOD ON IS A OLD MOUNTAIN EXPRESSION... DO YOU UNDERSTAND ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Plan Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Dec 21, 2014

God had a precise plan for us that began before the first pebble was placed on the earth. It was designed to have a direct personal impact.

Intro: Do you remember the Looney Tunes cartoon with Wile E Coyote aka Ralf E Wolf and Sam the Sheepdog. Wile E is always planning and scheming to capture and eat the sheep. Wile E seems to always have the best plans, like the time he lulled Sam to sleep with sleep dog sleep music. But int the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

We Need To Get Turned Around

Contributed by Roberta Karchner on Jan 10, 2015

John the Baptist called for each of us to repent. What does that mean? How do we get turned around when we find we are on the wrong road?

About 15 years ago, I was on my way to an orientation and open day at the seminary. I had never been to the campus before, and the freeways in California can be tricky. In this case, the 57, which I was taking, and the 60 joined together for a couple of miles before they split apart. Somehow I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-11, Galatians 5:16-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Greatest Wonder Of The World

Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 24, 2015

As a young boy, growing up one of the first verses in the Bible that I memorized was one of the most recognizable verses in the Bible John 3:16 and most quoted verse.

The Greatest Wonder of the World John 3:16 Monte T. Brown July 8, 2012 Sunday Morning Stapp Zoe Baptist Prelude As a young boy, growing up one of the first verses in the Bible that I memorized was one of the most recognizable verses in the Bible John 3:16 and most quoted ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

A Miracle Through You

Contributed by Craig Benner on Aug 20, 2017

One young man had a lunch and was willing to give it all to Jesus. That is how 5,000 were fed with more than enough.

A Miracle in You or Through You? Purpose of Miracles John 20:30,31 30 And many other signs truly did Jesus in the presence of his disciples, which are not written in this book: 31 But these are written, that ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing ye might ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Jesus Stopped: For Zacchaeus

Contributed by C Jordan on Sep 3, 2017

We need to overcome what obstacles in our lives that might hinder us from seeking and seeing Jesus.

WHEN JESUS STOPPED: FOR ZACCHAEUS INTRO TO TOPIC: QUOTE: Leonard Ravenhill: “There was a time when people came to church to meet with God. Now they come to church to sing songs and hear stories about Him.” Do we believe that Jesus is the same yesterday today and forever? (Hebrews 13:8). “1 A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: *other

Time's Wasting, Do It! Series

Contributed by James Dorman on May 10, 2016

This is an outline of Ephesians 5:16 and wraps up the series from Twitter by examining the phrase "Time's wasting, Do it!".

Time’s Wasting, DO it! Making the most of time Ephesians 5:1-21 key verse 16 . Pay careful attention, then, to how you walk — not as unwise people but as wise — making the most of the time, because the days are evil. So don’t be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-21

Denomination: Baptist