Sermons on Prisons:

Letting Go Of Hurt Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 17, 2014

I believe when a Bible-believing Christian refuses to forgive/release others they can forfeit the protective covering/spiritual hedge.

Friendly Fire Sermon Series (Inspired by Perry Stone’s book, “Judas Goat”) “Letting Go Of Hurt” 3 of 3 2/2/2014 Chester’s FBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson Introduction: A In Matthew 15 We see Jesus ministering at a place out of His normal circuit ...read more

Scripture: James 3:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Remain Faithful And Refuse To Compromise Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Mar 5, 2014

A sermon examining the importance of steadfastness.

REMAIN FAITHFUL & REFUSE TO COMPROMISE Revelation 1:9-11 Polycarp, the bishop of Smyrna, was apprehended and persecuted because of his faith in Christ. Once captured, he asked for an hour in prayer, and his request was granted. Polycarp prayed so intently that his guards repented that ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

"I Am A Saint In Christ" Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Mar 12, 2014

Some say that you could do all your biblical counselling from Ephesians alone. This is said because Paul, in Ephesians, places so much emphasis on our identity being in Christ alone. As Christians, we live from our identity, not for it.

“I Am a Saint in Christ” (Eph 1:1-2, Phil 1:19-29) Some say that you could do all your biblical counselling from Ephesians alone. This is said because Paul, in Ephesians, places so much emphasis on our identity being in Christ alone. As Christians, we live from our identity, not for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-3

Lessons From A Suffering Church Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 14, 2014

The Church at Smyrna was a suffering church. They had experienced past afflictions and were going to encounter sever trials so they are encouraged to endure. A suffering church needs to look to their Lord and look to their future.

Lessons from a Suffering Church Revelation 2:8-11 8 "To the angel of the church in Smyrna write: These are the words of him who is the First and the Last, who died and came to life again. 9 I know your afflictions and your poverty-- yet you are rich! I know the slander of those who say they are ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Want To See Jesus

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jan 24, 2014

Explains who Jesus is (in part)

“Jesus” January 28, 2014 Matthew 11:1-6 “After Jesus had finished instructing his twelve disciples, he went on from there to teach and preach in the towns of Galilee. When John, who was in prison, heard about the deeds of the Messiah, he sent his disciples to ask him, “Are ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-22

Denomination: Holiness

Defining Love - Genuine Love Isn't Normal Series

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Jul 16, 2013

Jesus followers are a weird group of people. We don’t live like other people. We don’t have the same priorities or look at life the same way as everyone else. Genuine love always points people to Jesus Christ.

Let’s just be real here. Jesus followers are weird people. We’re wacked. We say stuff and do things that most people around us find odd, or even dumb. For example, we look for ways to bless the kind of people that others want to avoid. We want to go to prison and love on inmates. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Surprise Behind The Door Series

Contributed by Stu Hodges on Jun 11, 2013

God specializes in surprises on the other side of a closed door.

Have you ever been surprised by what’s behind the door? I told you last week that my older brother used to wait behind closed doors just to scare the heeby jeebies out of me. That was always a surprise. In fact, last week I did this thing where all throughout my sermon I opened and closed ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our First And Foremost Message Is Jesus Christ! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 3, 2014

Jesus stands alone! 1. Only Jesus is able to save us (vs. 21). 2. Only Jesus was approved by the Heavenly Father (vs. 22). 3. Only Jesus was appointed to be our sacrifice (vs. 23). 4. Only Jesus had the power to come back alive (vs. 24).

Our First and Foremost Message Is Jesus Christ! Acts 2:21-24 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - June 2, 2013 (Revised from a message preached at McClendon Baptist Church - May 3, 2006) *The Apostle Peter preached on the Day of Pentecost, and here is part of what he said: 21. . . ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

Carry On Christians. Carry On! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 20, 2014

How can we carry on for the Lord Jesus Christ? 1. Keep studying God's Word (vs. 42). 2. Keep sharing with God's people (vs. 42-46). 3. Keep seeking the Lord (vs. 46-47). 4. Keep shining for the Lord (vs. 47).

Carry on Christians. Carry on! Acts 2:41-47 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - June 30, 2013 *Have you ever been tempted to give up on church? Have you ever been tempted to just give up and quit? Listen to this testimony from Pastor Larry Overstreet: *"The first Pastors Conference ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

More Stuff! Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jun 8, 2014

When we are driven by the want of more we live contrary to a life of contentment and trust.

All American Idols Series Title: More Stuff! Text: Philippians 4:10-13 Thesis: When we are driven by the want of more we live contrary to a life of contentment and trust. Context When Paul wrote the Book of Philippians he was in prison in Rome awaiting trial… the end of which would result ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dads That Make A Difference

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 21, 2014

God wants to help you be a dad who makes a difference. 1. He will take away your guilt (vs. 4&13). 2. He will give you the goodness you need (vs. 5-10). 3. He will give you the guidance you need (vs. 11-12). 4. He will give you a grateful heart (vs.13 ).

Dads that Make a Difference 1 Thessalonians 2:4-13 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - June 15, 2014 (Revised and updated from a sermon preached at McClendon Baptist Church June 18, 2006) *To all of the dads here this morning: I hope you have a great Father's Day. We thank God for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:4-13

Denomination: Baptist

Return Of The Rabbi Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 12, 2014

As we engage our message we have seen Jesus tempted by Satan, called Matthew as a disciple, & today we see Rabbi Jesus returning to His hometown of Nazareth.

Return of the Rabbi (Lenten Sermon; Luke 4.16-30) March 30, 2014 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A As we engage our message we have seen Jesus tempted by Satan, called Matthew as a disciple, & today we see Rabbi Jesus returning to His hometown of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-30

Denomination: Baptist

Conclusions From Calvary

Contributed by Jack Woodard on Mar 3, 2013

In a day where many believe that there is no absolute truths Calvary teaches us that we must conclude otherwise.

TEXT: LUKE 23:33-46 TITLE: CONCLUSIONS FROM CALVARY INTRODUCTION: There was a time in America (in the not too distant past) that the Bible was viewed by most Americans as the Word of God and when it spoke, it spoke Absolute Truth. Oh, there were many that denied it and even more defied it, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-46

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph-Revenge Series

Contributed by Jim Caswell on Nov 29, 2017

Leave vengeance to God.

Title: Joseph-Revenge Place: BLCC Date: 12/3/17 Text: Romans 12.17-19 CT: Leave vengeance to God. [Screen 1] Matt Woodley told this story. My friend Steve warned me that he didn't believe in forgiveness. "God could never forgive me," he said. "Okay, maybe he could forgive 70 percent of my ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:17-19

Denomination: Christian Church

They Were Mean To Me Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 22, 2017

A study in the book of Genesis 4: 1 – 15

Genesis 4: 1 – 15 They were mean to me 4 Now Adam knew Eve his wife, and she conceived and bore Cain, and said, “I have acquired a man from the LORD.” 2 Then she bore again, this time his brother Abel. Now Abel was a keeper of sheep, but Cain was a tiller of the ground. 3 And in the process of ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel