Sermons on Praise:

The Poor You Have With You Always

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Apr 30, 2021

Next in series on John. Examines causes and response to poverty.

John 12 (2) You always have the poor with you - Read John 12:1-8 This morning I would like to address Jesus’ statement about poverty and the poor. In verse 8 Jesus says, “You always have the poor with you.” You always have the poor with you! Why is that? Why do you always have the poor with ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Sustaining Grace Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Apr 28, 2020

How does the grace of God help us when we are weak?

SUSTAINING GRACE Several years ago engineers were building a new bridge over the East River in New York. They discovered that the wrecked hull of a sunken metal ship lay right where the center bridge supports were supposed to be built. Powerful cranes was brought in to try and pull the ship up ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:10-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

"the Road From Unbelief To Faith"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 21, 2020

This is an Easter message.

Title: “The Road from Unbelief to Faith” Scripture: Luke 24 Type: Expository Where: GNBC 4-19-20 Intro: In today’s passage, roads play a prominent role. Several individuals use a road to either explore evidence for faith in Christ’s resurrection or to actually meet with Christ. The famous ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lessons From The Cross - Part 2: Trust In The Lord With All Your Heart! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 11, 2020

1. Trust in the Lord for His cross (vs. 16-18). 2. Trust in the Lord for His crown (vs. 19-22). 3. Trust in the Lord for His confirmation (vs. 23-24). 4. Trust in the Lord for His care (vs. 25-30).

Lessons from the Cross Part 2: Trust in the Lord with All Your Heart! John 19:16-30 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - June 20, 2018 (Revised June 11, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 19. Here we are taking an in-depth look at the darkest day in human history: The ...read more

Scripture: John 19:16-30

Denomination: Baptist

#20: Kingdom Parables Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jun 14, 2020

In one parable, Jesus says the kingdom of God is like a seed that grows and in another parable, like the tiny mustard seed. This sermon examines two Kingdom Parables.

#20: Kingdom Parables Series: Acts Chuck Sligh June 14, 2020 NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives TEXT: Mark 4:26-32 – ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:26-32

Denomination: Baptist

My Month Of Developing Myself

Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Jun 17, 2020

My son, keep your father's commandment, and forsake not your mother's teaching. 21 Bind them on your heart always; tie them around your neck.22 When you walk, they[d] will lead you; when you lie down, they will watch over you; and when you awake, they will talk with you

My son, keep your father's commandment, and forsake not your mother's teaching. 21 Bind them on your heart always; tie them around your neck.22 When you walk, they[d] will lead you; when you lie down, they will watch over you; and when you awake, they will talk with you 23 For the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-21, 2 Kings 3:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Defining Dad

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 22, 2020

For Mother's day I listed some traits that defined Mom. Now it's Dad's turn. On Mother's Day I said although these traits define Mom, Dad can have them too. Likewise, the ones I'll be highlighting for Dad can be seen in Moms too, they're just more characteristic of Dads.

DEFINING DAD For the Mother's day sermon I listed some characteristics that defined Mom. Now it's Dad's turn. I mentioned in my Mother's Day sermon that although these characteristics define Mom, that doesn't mean that Dad doesn't have those characteristics too, they're ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:8, Titus 3:14, Deuteronomy 8:5-6, Proverbs 13:24, Proverbs 5:22-23, Matthew 23:2-3, 3 John 1:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The People And The Book

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 1, 2020

‘The People and the Book’ – Nehemiah chapter 8 verses 1-11 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Visually: He made sure people could see him (vs 5). (2). Audibly: He made sure people could hear him (vs 5). (3). Respectfully: He made sure people were tuned in (vs 5b & 6). (4). Patiently: He made sure people were (vs 5b). (5). Clarity: He made sure people could ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-18

Denomination: Brethren

Spiritual Lessons From The Lord's Temptation Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 13, 2020

The temptation of Jesus teaches us: 1. About the leadership of God's Spirit (vs. 1). 2. About the righteousness of our Savior (vs. 1-4). 3. About the power of Scripture (vs. 3-10). 4. About God providing new strength (vs. 11).

Spiritual Lessons from the Lord's Temptation The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 4:1-11 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - January 23, 2013 (Revised November 13, 2020) MESSAGE: *How long has it been since you were tempted to sin? If it's been more than 24 hours, then maybe you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

We Are On God's Hands

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 21, 2020

This is a message of encouragement. We are ON God's hands so we are never out of His sight or remembrance. We are never alone as we serve Him.

We Are ON God’s Hands Scripture: Psalm 27:13; John 14:27, 1; James 1:2; Psalm 23:4; Isaiah 49:15-17 The title of today’s message is “We are ON God’s Hands.” Yes, you heard me correctly. The title is “We are ON God’s Hands” and you’ll understand it clearly as we progress through the message. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:13-14, John 14:27, Isaiah 49:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Disciples Of Jesus Are Characterized By Love Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 23, 2020

If we are going to be effective disciples and disciple makers, then our lives and our relationships must be characterized by love. Jesus said that they will know we are His disciples because of our love.

A. Let me begin with a story from the Peanut’s cartoons - you know how much I enjoy the Peanuts! 1. It’s Christmas time and Lucy comes to Charlie Brown and says, “Merry Christmas, Charlie Brown! At this time of year I think we should put aside all our differences and try to be kind.” 2. Charlie ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-35, Matthew 22:37-40, 1 John 3:16, 1 Corinthians 13:1-3, Acts 2:42-47  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith Additives

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Nov 29, 2020

An additive is something that's added to something to make it better in some way. People usually don't eat a hamburger plain, they add a condiment to make it taste better. Today we'll look at some things that Peter says we need to add to our faith.

FAITH ADDITIVES 2nd Peter 1:4-11 An additive is something that's added to something to make it better in some way. Food additives. Some additives are not good for us. Things like artificial flavors or coloring (red dye #40), high fructose corn syrup and aspartame are not good additives. Some ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:4-11, Acts 2:38-39, 2 Peter 3:13, 2 Corinthians 7:1, Galatians 6:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"in The Fullness Of Time"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Dec 5, 2020

This is a thematic sermon for Christmas.

Title: “In the Fullness of Time” Script: Hab. 2:3; Gal. 4:4; Lk. 2:9-11 Type: Topical Christmas Where: GNBC 12-6-20 Intro: There’s a familiar song that begins with: “It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, everywhere you go.” It is a beautiful song that brings back a lot of memories. One ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:9-11, Habakkuk 2:3, Galatians 4:4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What If?

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Dec 9, 2020

What if next year is worse than this year? What if there is more suffering? What if there are more trials? This message looks at how we can rise above all the suffering, trials and persecutions and remain true to our LORD and live a life filled with the Holy Spirit!

Scripture: Matthew 2:10-18; Habakkuk 3:17-19; Psalm 63 Theme: What if things get worse? Title: What if? INTRO: Grace and peace from God our Father, Son and Holy Spirit! It all started so well didn’t it, 2020 was our year, a new decade, and didn’t it just sound so amazing - 2020, a year we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:10-18, Habakkuk 3:17-19

Denomination: Nazarene

The Greatest News Ever Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 14, 2020

Some are hailing the new vaccine for the Coronavirus the greatest news ever! But is this really true? What is truly the Greatest News Ever is the ultimate gift of Christmas!

Christmas 2020 The Greatest News Ever Luke 1:26-45 A very significant event for the world took place this last week. At 6:31 a.m. on Tuesday, December 8th the very first government-approved dose of the Covid-19 Vaccine in the free world was administered. A nurse rolled up the sleeve of a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-45

Denomination: Bible Church