Sermons on Preparation For The End:

Failure Of Joseph Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 12, 2018

They attacked the city of Bethel, formerly called Luz, and destroyed it. Excavations at the site of Bethel reveal burned brick; ash filled earth, and charred debris, evidence of the thorough devastation of this Canaanite city by the Israelites.

Chapter 3 Failure of Joseph [Judges 1:22–29] Scripture 22 And the house of Joseph, they also went up against Bethel: and the LORD was with them. 23 And the house of Joseph sent to descry Bethel. (Now the name of the city before was Luz.) 24 And the spies saw a man come forth out of ...read more

Scripture: Judges 1:22-29

Denomination: Baptist

A Wee Little Man Meets A Great Big God Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Mar 18, 2018

Zacchaeus was rich, greedy, corrupt…and short. And he knew something was missing from his life. What happened when Jesus passed by surprised him and deeply disturbed the great throng of people following Jesus to Jerusalem.

A Wee Little Man Meets a Great Big God Easter Series: On the Way to the Cross, #2 Chuck Sligh March 18, 2018 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. This is a shorter adaptation of a sermon from an Easter series by Brian Bill found on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Words From The Cross

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 26, 2018

Last week we got into the exchanges that took place between the two criminals and Jesus. Today I want to focus on the seven phrases that Jesus spoke when he was on the cross. What did he say, why did he say it, and what does it mean to us?

WORDS FROM THE CROSS INTRODUCTION: Last week we got into the exchanges that took place between the two criminals and Jesus. Today I want to focus on the seven phrases that Jesus spoke when he was on the cross. What did he say, why did he say it, and what does it mean to us? 1) Jesus' words ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-30, Matthew 27:45-46, Matthew 27:45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lesson 6: The Immensity Of God’s Resources Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 2, 2018

This is a psalm of ascension. We can almost follow His tracks, as all the evil powers which rule the darkness of this world drop far beneath Him. The ascending Lord is high over all,

Commentary on the Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 2/5/17 Lesson 6: The Immensity of God’s Resources (1:20-23) Ephesians 1:20-23 (NIV) 20 HE EXERTED WHEN HE RAISED CHRIST FROM THE DEAD AND SEATED HIM AT HIS RIGHT HAND IN THE ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Word Became Flesh Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 9, 2018

Sixth in series expositing Philippians dealing with Jesus as our supreme pattern of living

"The Word Became Flesh” REVIEW Paul’s letter to the Jesus followers living in a Greek city called Philippi contains the necessary ingredients of a life of “Joy No Matter What”. The first ingredient is found in the first chapter where Paul calls us to adopt the Right axis in life. Make sure our life ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Everything Came To A Standstill Until There Arose A Mother In Israel

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 10, 2020

If All Women Were Removed From The Average Local Church, It would grind to a halt. Women hold a vital place in the church. Most work while men stand & talk. They are more dependable & have greater commitment than men. Deborah stepped in when the men stepped out.

EVERYTHING CAME TO A STANDSTILL UNTIL THERE AROSE A MOTHER 1. Judges 4 When Ehud was dead, the children of Israel again did evil in the sight of the Lord. 2 So the Lord sold them into the hand of Jabin king of Canaan, who reigned in Hazor. The commander of his army was Sisera, who dwelt in ...read more

Scripture: Judges 4:1-16, Judges 5:1-7

Denomination: Charismatic

#14 The Gathering Storm Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Mar 29, 2020

Jesus could have moderated his stance to protect Himself. But in Mark 3:1-6 Jesus did just the opposite. He did it to help someone with a withered hand, and to prompt the Pharisees to do their part in fulfilling the plan of redemption.

#14 The Gathering Storm Series: Mark March 29, 2020 Chuck Sligh 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: Please turn ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Fifth And Sixth Commandments

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Apr 13, 2020

This is from a series I preached on the 10 Commandments

Title: The 10 Commandments – 5&6 Scripture: Exodus 20:12-13 Type: Expository Date: 10-20-19 Intro: Comedian Rodney Dangerfield, who died October 5, 2004, at age 82, made a living making fun of himself and the difficulty of getting what we all desire: a little respect, please. Some of his ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Beatitudes

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Apr 14, 2020

This is a series I preached on the Beatitudes.

Title: The Beatitudes Script: Mt. 5:1-5 Type: Expos. Series When: 1-14-18 Intro: Happiness is the great question confronting mankind today. The whole world is longing for happiness and it is tragic to observe the ways in which people are seeking it. The vast majority are doing so in a way ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Samson: The Final Chapter, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Apr 20, 2020

Samson went back to Philistine land twice, after his escape from Gaza , looking for love. He got more than he bargained for. When he met Delilah, and told her the secret of his strength, that led to the final chapter of his life.

Introduction: Samson, by this time, had survived a number of encounters with the Philistines, Israel’s enemy and rulers at the time. This final chapter of his life is not the best chapter, in that he fell into an enemy’s trap. That would cost him his sight, and led to the cost of his life. Even ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Ramifications Of Faith Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on May 4, 2020

Through faith we appropriate God’s free gift of salvation.

The Ramifications Of Faith Text: Romans 4:13-25 Introduction 1. Illustration: For God does not want to save us by our own but by an extraneous righteousness, one that does not originate in ourselves but comes to us from beyond ourselves, which does not arise on earth but comes from heaven. – ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:13-25

Denomination: Methodist

You Have A Savior Who Understands You And Can Help You, I Promise! Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 11, 2020

Because Jesus became human and lived among us, He can understand us. And because Jesus was fully divine, He has the power to help us. When we approach God looking for help, we can know that He understands us and will patiently help us.

A. One afternoon, a man came home from work to find two young girls from the neighborhood on the steps of his building. 1. Both girls were crying very loudly, and were shedding big tears. 2. Thinking they might be hurt, the man put down his briefcase and quickly went over to them, asking, “Are you ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16, Colossians 1:15-19, John 1:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Struggling But Surviving (Depression) Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 13, 2020

Psalm 42 - 'Struggling But Surviving Depression' - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: Reason for Psalmists depression: • Separation (vs 6) • Attack (vs 3&10) • Grief (vs 3,5 &7) Remedies to the Psalmists depression: • He prays (vs 9) • He affirms (vs 8) • He sings (vs 8) • He preaches (vs 5&11) • He remembers (vs 4) • He thirsts (vs 1-2). SERMON ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

God's Left Handed Ways Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 14, 2020

Depend on the Lord, dare to serve Him, and do what you can if you want God to turn your disadvantage into an advantage.

In 1960, Bennett Cerf, founder of Random House publishers, bet Theodore Giesel $50 that he would not be able to write an entertaining children’s book using only 50 different words. Theodore Giesel, better known as Dr. Seuss, took the bet and won, with his little book, Green Eggs and Ham. Since ...read more

Scripture: Judges 3:12-30, Isaiah 53:2-3, Colossians 2:14-15, 2 Corinthians 4:7, 2 Corinthians 12:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Don't Cut Corners

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jun 25, 2018

How should we respond when we have been hurt? Well – Don’t Cut Corners. David did not seek revenge because he respected Saul’s authority over him

TITLE: DON’T CUT CORNERS SCRIPTURE: I SAMUEL 24:1-12 This is an interesting and exciting text this morning that visits a portion of the life of David that shows an important truth we can learn that will help us to maintain our integrity that will ultimately lead to a blessed and productive life. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-12

Denomination: Baptist