Sermons on Praise Is Our Weapon In War:

Considering Our Ways

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 23, 2022

There are churches being built all around the world. All Bible believers are excited about seeing Bible believing and Bible preaching churches being built that glorify this wonderful Savior we serve.

But all churches being built are not for the glory of God! Illus: There was a church in Columbia, South Carolina, that was growing faster than any church in the area at one time. In fact, they advertised throughout the city that they were the “Fasting Growing Church” in the city. They were growing ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of Music

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 13, 2011

We are to make a joyful noise unto the Lord. When we worship we should sing praises to God, glorifying Him and honoring His Name. Music is a channel of divine blessing, comfort and strength. Even in the depths of suffering, we can turn our hearts and v

We are a church that loves to sing. I know there are those of you who have trouble participating when we sing, because you feel your voice isn’t worthy. I once read of a man who approached his Pastor and said; “you haven’t heard how poorly I sing. I know the Bible says ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:16

Denomination: Christian Church

Worship Is A Verb Part 4 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 30, 2009

This message focuses on the remaining two hindrances to our worship.

Worship Is A Verb Part 4 Scripture: Matthew 12:1-7; Revelations 2:1-4 Introduction: This morning I will complete this part of the series that was focusing on the hindrances to our worship. So far we have discussed intellectualism, idealism, imperialism, isolationism and institutionalism. This ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is Your Church A Cruise-Ship Or A Battleship?

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jan 5, 2011

Which image better describes a church? Your church? I know, it’s a metaphor. All metaphors break down at some point. When making a choice, our natural inclination is to choose the cruise ship over the battleship any day.

Opening illustration: watch an illustrative audio-video clip Introduction: On the surface we would believe that the early church in Acts was blessed with outstanding growth due to the anointed preaching of the apostles; their balanced practices that would evolve into much of our church programming ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:11-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Are Our Strangers? Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 13, 2004

Many things conspire to keep people separate, even in the church. Only God can connect us, and it is the cross that binds us. Are we living out that reality, or have we let separations disconnect us?

When he says it, it feels both enraging and endearing. When he pronounces it, it sounds like irritation, but it also sounds like invitation. It is both attracting and detracting, both including and excluding. I am referring to those moments in the old TV show, when Felix Unger, the neat freak half ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Mission And Ours Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

Ultimate joy and fulfillment in the Christian life comes from passing the faith on to others. Our text challenges and equips us to do just that.

Jesus’ Mission and Yours Colossians 4:2-6 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: An old legend speculates about what might have happened when Jesus ascended to heaven after his crucifixion and resurrection. The angel Gabriel approached Him ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lord Is Our Righteousness

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jul 25, 2005

PENTECOST 10(B) - The LORD is our righteousness: our Lord who preserves his flock and our Lord who provides righteousness.

THE LORD (IS) OUR RIGHTEOUSNESS Jeremiah 23:1-6 - July 24, 2005 - Pentecost 10 Dearest Fellow-Redeemed and Saints in the Lord: Today, you and I celebrate God’s gift of grace to each one of us. It is by God’s gift of grace that we have come to faith. It is only by God’s gift of grace, which ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 23:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Our Place In The Land Series

Contributed by Christopher Lanham on Jul 20, 2010

if judgment comes upon the land - who's fault is it?

This sermon is indebted to the work of Crawford Loritts and a sermon he preached at a mission conference in Norfolk, VA March 1992. 2Chronicles 7:11-16 This Is Who We Are, Part 3 Our Place in the Land There is a new breed of detective show today. One with more brain and less brawn. These cops ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:11-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Our Miraculous Master Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 30, 2019

Jesus gives: 1. The miracle of regeneration (vs. 24-26). 2. The miracle of righteousness (vs. 27-30). 3. The miracle of the resurrection (vs. 28-30).

Our Miraculous Master The Gospel of John John 5:24-30 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - September 7, 2016 (Revised July 30, 2019) BACKGROUND: *Before we read our Scripture for tonight, remember that this chapter began with an amazing miracle. Verses 1-9 tell about this healing ...read more

Scripture: John 5:24-30

Denomination: Baptist

Our Citizenship Is In Heaven Series

Contributed by Jason Grubbs on Jan 11, 2020

Because we are citizens of Heaven, our minds should be set on Heavenly things. This sermon shows what is and should be true since we are citizens of Heaven.

Introduction One October afternoon in 1982, Badger Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin, was packed. More than 60,000 die-hard University of Wisconsin supporters were watching their football team take on the Michigan State Spartans. It soon became obvious that MSU had the better team. What seemed odd ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:17-21

On Mission For Our Master

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 2, 2013

1. God wants us to have salvation (vs. 1). 2. God wants us to have a transformation (vs. 1). 3. God wants us to have preparation (vs. 2). 4. God wants us to have dedication (vs. 3-5).

On Mission for Our Master Acts 13:1-5 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - March 3, 2013 *In August of 2002, Adelina Dominguez went home to be with the Lord. At the time, Adelina was living in a nursing home in San Diego, California. And she was in the Guinness Book of Records when she ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Celebrate Our Savior!

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 28, 2011

1. Celebrate the Lord’s invitation (vs. 1-3). 2. Celebrate the Lord’s salvation (vs. 3-9). 3. Celebrate the Lord’s communication (vs. 10-11). 4. Celebrate the Lord’s transformation (vs. 12-13).

Celebrate Our Savior! Isaiah 55:1-13 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church October 10, 2010 *We are here today to celebrate the tremendous blessing of our new children’s building. But what if we were still out under the trees like the kids were 80 years ago? Would we still have ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Our Daily Bread Series

Contributed by Ed Gratton on Aug 12, 2018

Seventh in a series on the Lord's Prayer

1 Our Daily Bread Lord’s Prayer series, Week 7 Matthew 6:11 Correct me if I’m wrong, but isn’t one of our favorite topics of conversation, food? Who has the best pizza? Mineo’s? Aiello’s? Vincent’s? We talk about our favorite spaghetti sauce recipes and compare ingredients for marinades and we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Christian Church

Battlefield Communication: Prayer Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Oct 13, 2014

Prayer is personal constant communication with our heavenly Father and holy Commander in chief. We cannot stand as Paul tells us unless we are connected in communication by prayer.

Intro: A man’s wife invited some people to dinner. At the table, she turned to our six-year-old daughter and said, "Would you like to say the blessing?" "I wouldn't know what to say," she replied. "Just say what you hear mommy say," the wife said. The daughter bowed her head and said: "Dear ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

I Am Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 30, 2018

Holiness, God's Presence, Our Words & Witness

I AM May 6, 2018 Exodus 3:13-15 (p. 40) Introduction: I spent 5 days in Central Baptist Hospital when I was born without a name. I was baby boy Burdette. It wasn’t that there was anything wrong with me…It was simply that my mom and dad couldn’t agree on what to name ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:13-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ