Sermons on Precious Stone:

We Are What We Worship

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jul 25, 2015

4 areas from which many idols come (Material adapted from Greg Laurie's book, The Great Compromise, Chapter 5 called "What's Your Golden Calf?", pgs. 71-87)

HoHum: James Michener, tells the story of a man named Urbaal, who, was a farmer living about 2200 B.C. He worshiped two gods, one a god of death, the other a goddess of fertility. One day, the temple priests tell Urbaal to bring his young son to the temple for sacrifice—if he wants good ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"no Price Too High"

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 2, 2020

Advent II A story of Lucy and Linus on repentance. God can not over look our faults. John is a child of the desert. Leathery face. Tanned skin. His walls mountains, his ceiling the stars. His was a courageous voice of repentance?

In Jesus Holy Name December 6, 2020 Text: Mark 1:1 Advent II Redeemer “No Price Too High” In a Charlie Brown cartoon, little brother Linus is looking very forlorn. He asks big sister Lucy, “Why ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1, Mark 1:4-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Pray In Jesus' Name

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Sep 1, 2020

Why we end our prayer by saying, "In Jesus' name, we pray, amen."?

We usually end our prayer with the words "In Jesus' Name, we pray, amen." Why do we do that? Why don't we say "In the name of one of the Apostles or Father or Holy Spirit" or "In the Name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit we pray," like when we do ...read more

Scripture: John 14:13, John 14:14, John 15:16, John 16:23, John 16:24, John 16:26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Real Men Do Cry

Contributed by Paul Green on Mar 13, 2022

The Apostle Paul is renowned for being a woman-hating, doctrine-making, emotionless, rock hard, ice cold; Gospel preaching machine, but in reality he was a man who was never very far away from a good cry for the sake of the Gospel.

In our reading this morning the Apostle Paul is writing to the church he had planted in Philippi and he says, ‘Join together in following my example, brothers and sisters, and just as you have us as a model, keep your eyes on those who live as we do. For, as I have often told you before and now ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 6:6, Psalm 56:8, John 11:35, Luke 19:41-44, Hebrews 5:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Encouragement In The Desert Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Nov 10, 2022

In spiritual deserts, we wonder if God is with us or if He is simply a mirage. Yet Scripture shows us that no matter where God’s people find themselves—in battle or prison, in valley or wilderness—one thing is true: God is faithful.

Sermon: Encouragement In the Desert Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10 (21st Century King James Version) ”The wilderness and the solitary place shall be glad for them; and the desert shall rejoice and blossom as the rose.2 It shall blossom abundantly, and rejoice even with joy and singing. The glory of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10, 1 Samuel 30:6

Denomination: Methodist

Going Up In Flames... Praise Soon Fades

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 31, 2023

Ever wander what happens to all the palm branches when the PRAISE fades into the cry of CRUCIFY? There is a tradition to burn the palm branches and save the ashes for ASH WEDNESDAY. PRAISE VS CRUCIFY?

GOING UP IN FLAMES… HOW SOON CAN PRAISE FADE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) In this lesson we go from the PASSOVER to JERUSALEM via the avenue of praise to the road of crucify. TEXT: John 12:12 On the next day much people that were come to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:20, John 12:12-17, Luke 19:28-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Needs Intercessors

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 7, 2023

Here are examples of prayers that God answered and saved people from wrecks, overturned war battles, and stopped missionaries from being executed! Intercessory prayer works and God needs more intercessors so His will can be accomplished!

GOD NEEDS INTERCESSORS Ezekiel 22:30-31 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Country Church Stewardship 1. The pastor of a tiny country church was struggling with a shortage of tithes and offerings. One Sunday he announced, “Now, before we receive the offering, I would like to request that the person who ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:30-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Yoke: 2nd Symbol Of Christianity

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 28, 2022

Jesus requires this of you; you are not only to take up the Cross of Surrender, but also the Yoke of Continual Service with Christ in the Gospel work. You face life with Christ; bear each other's burdens; learn of His gentle nature & love.

THE YOKE: 2ND SYMBOL OF CHRISTIANITY Mt. 11:29-30 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: A FLYING DEAD DUCK 1. John McKay, of the NFL, tells a story illustrating the supreme confidence of University of Alabama football coach Bear Bryant. 2. “We were out shooting ducks, and finally, after about three hours, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:29-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fathers Day

Contributed by Anthony Stander on Jun 21, 2021

The message Paul gave to the Church in Corinthia is the same message he would give to the modern day Church, to the men of the Church- be watchful of demonic attacks, stand fast like Christians in a fallen world, behave like men at all times and be strong always.

FATHERSDAY 1Co 16:13 Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong. The message Paul gave to the Church in Corinthia is the same message he would give to the modern day Church, to the men of the Church- be watchful of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13

"unshakeable - Forging Strength In The Fires Of Adversity"

Contributed by Bishop, W. F. Houston, Jr. on Jul 29, 2024

In a world filled with challenges and trials, we are called to stand firm in our faith, finding joy and growth even in the midst of hardship.

Focal Scripture: James 1:2-4 (CSB) "Consider it a great joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you experience various trials, because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance. And let endurance have its full effect, so that you may be mature and complete, lacking ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Other

Because You Said So

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Aug 7, 2024

Last week, I got home after the message and the question came that although I am preaching on spiritual growth, have i truly explained to what end is our spiritual growth? Today, I’d like us to consider why we need spiritual growth, and what purpose?

Key passage today is: Luke 5:1-11 we’ll get there shortly. Growing up, I spent a lot of time studying @ the school of “Because I said so”. In fact, many of you here today, may be graduates as well as teachers in the school of “Because I said so”. You know the school: You ask your mom: “Why do I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

"He Came…to Destroy The Works Of The Devil”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jan 29, 2025

Jesus empowers us to stop the works of the devil. 1) temptation rejected by quoting scripture 2) Jesus is our "Advocate" as He sits at the Father's right hand to intercede 3) He has defeated Satan's grip of the fear of death by His resurrection

In Jesus Holy Name February 9, 2025 Luke 4:33-34 “He Came…To Destroy the Works of the Devil” The title of our sermon begs for a question: What are the “works of the devil” that Jesus came to destroy? We know that Satan brings into our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:33-44, Luke 4:41

Denomination: Lutheran

Victory

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Nov 7, 2024

Two adversaries stand in array at odds against one another. When the battle is over, only one will stand in victory.

Two adversaries stand in array at odds against one another. When the battle is over, only one will stand in victory. I enjoy the college football season. I have a few teams I follow. We know only one shall come away victorious at the end of the game. Such is the game of life. Everything on earth ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-5, Revelation 15:1-2, Revelation 16:16-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Living Christ

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 29, 2025

The healing of the crippled man showed that Peter and John believe in the presence of Christ, His power and the authority of His Name.

Acts 3:1-8, 12-16 - The Living Christ What Peter and John did was remarkable and out-of-the-ordinary. Their actions tell us at least THREE realities: (1) They believe that Christ has risen and is with them. No one would invoke the name of a dead man and expect something to happen. (2) They ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Baptismal Joy

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 2, 2025

This is an upbeat baptism sermon, celebrating the joys and challenges of discipleship.

Baptismal Joy (Romans 6:1–11) I speak to you joyfully in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. In a few minutes, we will have the privilege to witness the baptism of three followers of Jesus. Each one of them has taken part in baptismal preparation and has carefully considered ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational