Sermons on Preaching Essentials:

The Walk Of Trust Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Jul 4, 2003

Trust is a key principle in learning obedience as a steward of God’s resources. This message examines the essential element of our walk of trust in God’s ability to meet our needs.

THE FORWARD WALK – PART FIVE THE WALK OF TRUST PROVERBS 3:5-10; MALACHI 3:10 Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2003) INTRODUCTION This month we are focusing our attention on the purpose of our church: A Church that understands the importance of THE FORWARD WALK. The forward walk is essential if we are to ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

What God Gives To Us Series

Contributed by John Bright on Jan 5, 2026

Working through 2 Peter and Jude using consecutive expository preaching. The teaching sheet is included at the end of the text.

“What God Gives to Us” 2 Peter 1:1-4 Pastor John Bright 2 Peter 1 “1 Simon Peter, a bondservant and apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who have obtained like precious faith with us by the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ: 2 Grace and peace be multiplied to you in the knowledge of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-4, Matthew 16:17-18, Matthew 16:23, Acts 10:44-46, Ephesians 2:8, 2 Peter 3:17-18, 1 Peter 1:15-16, 1 Peter 2:9, 1 Peter 2:21, 1 Peter 3:9, 1 Peter 5:10, Acts 1:6-11, Philippians 2:7-9, Psalm 110:1, Romans 5:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

A Father Who Is There

Contributed by Tony Britt on Jun 18, 2001

This sermon encourages fathers to be Present, Instructors, And Expressive for their children. It was preached on Father’s Day.

Four quotes written about fathers: “My dad is a spiritual leader. He’s been there when I’ve taken a fall. He’s a great father. To me, he’s the father any kid would want. He’s a God given gift to me. He’s my dad.” “My dad still lives with us but it seems as though he doesn’t. He doesn’t come ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Living Out Life With God Living In Us

Contributed by John Stensrud on Jul 1, 2001

An expository sermon based on a series preached at Immanuel Baptist Church, Elgin, IL in 2001.

Message Title: “Living Out Life with God Living In Us” Philippians 2.12-18 Delivered on July 1, 2001 at Immanuel Baptist Church by Pastor John Stensrud. Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed--not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence--continue to work out your ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18, Philippians 2:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

When The Spirit Falls

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 1, 2001

This is a Pentecost Sermon based on Acts 2 and 3. My wife and I preached it together.

"When The Spirit Falls" 9:30 5/30/93 Psam 20:1-8 Acts. 1:1-11 Text Acts 2 & 3 .ls2 RICK What happens when the Spirit falls. Turn with us in your Bibles to Acts chapter 2 starting at verse 1. Acts 2:1-4 When the day of ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Rescue

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Feb 19, 2003

This is the first sermon I preached. God is willing to rescue us if we will let Him.

Rescue Introduction: We are fascinated by Rescues: Songs – Rescue Me (world) \ Rescue the perishing (church) T.V. – Rescue 911 News pays big money to get a rescue on tape. 5 Stages to a rescue 1. realization 2. reaction 3. rescue 4. rejoicing 5. reach out I. Realize A. Story of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:4-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Baptism

Contributed by Mark Holdcroft on Jun 28, 2003

This is a short gospel message preached at a baptisimal service, using the account of Noah as symbol of baptism.

Baptism There are many misconceptions about God, many people just thinking that He is just an old man on a cloud. People can see Him as a person to cry out to only when desperate, to use as a swear word when angry or upset, and as somebody to blame when things go wrong. Many have a much clearer ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-22, Genesis 6:5-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why, Lord?

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 12, 2002

Sermon preached on the first anniversary of 9/11 attacks on World Trade Center and Pentagon

September 11, 2002 And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm. Mark 4.39 (KJV) Peace? Be still? The storm on the waters of that day may have listened to Jesus’ command. My heart hasn’t listened since September ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:39

Denomination: United Methodist

Who Do You Love?

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Oct 26, 2003

This sermon is one seldom preached but defenitly needing to be heard on our love towards others.

Who Do You Love? 10/20/2003 1 John 4:7-11 Along our journey here on this world we encounter different people to whom there are some that we like more than others. We might have a common interest. We might have the same opinions. We might like the way someone looks or their personality. Maybe ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-11

Denomination: *other

Seeing The Treasure In Others

Contributed by Timothy Schultz on Oct 27, 2003

Perhaps our greatest ministry is to unlock the treasure in others. Preached before a seminary audience.

If an intruder broke into my house, there are actually a few furniture items that I might help him carry out to his truck, like the bed and dresser in the guest room. I might suggest that he take not one, but two of the hand-me-down chairs I have accumulated. But if he glanced across the room and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-12

Denomination: Mennonite

Help!

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 12, 2001

This sermon was preached concerning the direction of our church. It is a plea for workers to get busy for the Lord.

Sunday Evening November 11, 2001 Bel Aire Baptist Church HELP! Matthew 9:35-38 Introduction: 1. 10 months ago, the Personnel Committee, and I came to the church and said that it was time to bring on a full-time Youth Minister/Associate Pastor. I also remember saying a couple of times that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Baptist

An Abundance Of Hope

Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 7, 2002

A message on Christian HOPE preached in the lead up to Christmas - but applicable any time of the year.

READ: Romans 15:7-13 (Text: v12-13) It’s Christmas time. A season of great hope. We are very mindful of Jesus’ coming to earth as our Saviour. He came to a lost world, and brought us the HOPE of being FOUND again in the grace of God. He came to a blind world and a deaf world, and brought us the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:7-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pastors: Leading As Preachers

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Mar 14, 2005

Pastors have a duty to preach for life change; the hearers are responsible to listen for life change.

God’s Glorious Church Pastors: Leading as Preachers 2 Timothy 4:1-5 Woodlawn Baptist Church March 13, 2005 Introduction One of the most important duties of the man whom God has called is to be a preacher and teacher of God’s Word – to proclaim to you and to others, “Thus saith the Lord!” In this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Exploring The Book Of Hebrews Series

Contributed by H. Kevin Derr on Apr 20, 2004

An intorduction to the book of Hebrews. This outline serves as a beginning point for a preaching series on the book of Hebrews.

October 13, 2002 First Church of the Brethren H. Kevin Derr Hebrews 1:1-4 “Exploring the Book of Hebrews” Hebrews 1:1-4 1In the past God spoke to our forefathers through the prophets at many times and in various ways, 2but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-4

Denomination: Brethren

Rescue The World 1 Child At A Time!

Contributed by Joel Ferren on Jan 9, 2004

This is a message that was preached on a Sunday dedicated to children. It outlines a process by using an acrostic of the word RESCUE.

RESCUE the World One Child at a Time Children’s Day August, 25 2002 AM As we look through the eyes of grace at the world around us, we see a desperate situation ahead for the Church, the Nation, our entire world. We know that Christ is the Answer. He has been the answer through out history. He ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God