Sermons on Prosperous Ease:

The Reward Factor Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 23, 2001

part 10 in Sermon on the Mount series looks at our motives.

As we get back into the Sermon on the Mount and start to look at Matthew Chapter six we are immediately confronted with the question, "What is the place of the reward motive in the Christian’s life?" Are we good for goodness sake or are we good in order to get the carrot at the end of the stick or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Wesleyan

I've Got A Secret

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Jul 31, 2007

The Gnostic gospels were never “lost.” But they have been thrown out many times. We throw garbage away because it’s worthless. Theologically, the Gnostic “Gospels” are every bit as worthless as anything else we throw out. So is "The Secret."

Other Scriptural passages: Deuteronomy 30:9-14 Colossians 1:1-14 Luke 10:25-37 Psalm 25 or 25:3-9 In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-9

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Attain The Crown Of Life

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004

Attain the crown of life by faithfully wearing the crown of grace and by patiently bearing the crown of thorns.

Daniel Habben How Can I Attain the Crown of Life? Revelation 2:8-11 1) Faithfully wear the crown of grace November 14th, 2004 2) Patiently bear the crown of thorns ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Lutheran

In Light Of His Coming - Be Patient

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 4, 2000

In II Thess. 1, Paul writes about the three things that will take place when He returns.

OPEN: Back in the 1800’s R.A. Torrey was preaching on the 2nd coming of Christ before a crowd of nearly 3000. As he finished his sermon, Dr. Torrey felt carried away by his subject and climaxed saying: “It may be that before we arise in the morning… or that before we sleep tonight… or it may ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You Ready For Some . . . ?

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Oct 24, 2008

Amos warned the people not to wait with glee for the Day of the Lord. It would not be a good day for them. We must watch ourselves lest we get whacked by Jesus too.

Are you ready? -The old Monday Night Football song featured Hank Williams Jr. singing, “Are you ready for some football”? -The obvious answer for most viewers was a resounding, “Yes!” -It used to be that those Monday Night games were absolutely worth waiting for -They were premier matchups of ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:18-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Sometimes Life Isn't Fair

Contributed by Dwight Shaffer on Mar 1, 2007

This message can be helpful when tragedy strikes within the church family.

Sometimes Life Isn’t Fair Book of Job A) As a church family, we have experienced that in a very real way over the past few weeks. That truth has been vividly illustrated to us – as we have hurt – suffered and shed many tears together as a family. Most of us could cite examples of ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Staying True To Jesus Is Tough But Doable

Contributed by Todd Riley on Oct 27, 2005

An exposition of Psalm 73 with a focus on v.1-2

Islington Baptist Church October 16, 2005 Psalm 73 Scripture reading: 1Peter 1, Romans 8:31-39 Staying true to Jesus is tough but doable In Matthew 7:13-14 our Lord and Savior is quoted as saying "Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Practical Living Series Series

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 30, 2010

• For the past few weeks we have looked at practical living step we should take on a daily basis. • We have looked at avoiding offenses, trust and faith in God and last week we looked at the quality of life. • When we take offense we stop the blessing f

Introduction • For the past few weeks we have looked at practical living step we should take on a daily basis. • We have looked at avoiding offenses, trust and faith in God and last week we looked at the quality of life. • When we take offense we stop the blessing flow in our ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You The One?

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 15, 2019

Are we are sure we are ready?

Are you the One? Matthew 11:2-11 John the Baptist is the subject of a lot of sermons preached through the Christian season of Advent. And, indeed, it should be, as Advent is a season of preparation. Unlike what is commonly believed, Advent is not a season to prepare us for Christmas, to receive ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

march On!

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 23, 2019

No time to fall out or mark time.

Philippians 3:12 Not as though I had already attained, either were already perfect: but I follow after, if that I may apprehend that for which also I am apprehended of Christ Jesus. 13 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14, Isaiah 25:6, Zephaniah 1:12, 1 John 1:9, Proverbs 29:18, Psalm 72:2-3, Daniel 8:26, 1 Kings 13:14-18, Jeremiah 23:25-27, Jeremiah 14:15, Jeremiah 27:15, Hebrews 12:4, Jeremiah 48:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Turn To God When You Hurt For Others Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Nov 12, 2021

The four sermons in this series will be in the prophets. Our theme verse is Isaiah 45:22 ESV “Turn to me and be saved, all the ends of the earth! For I am God, and there is no other.”

Turn To God When You Hurt For Others Amos 5 & 6 Introduction In all of the things we struggle with in life, God is constantly calling us to turn to Him for help, strength, love, and grace. We often seek to fix our problems in our own skill and ability. We say we believe in a sovereign God ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Forget Where Your Blessings Came From PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

To emphasize the importance of remembering God's provision, heeding the warning against forgetting His blessings, and continually acknowledging His faithfulness in our lives.

Good morning, Church family! Today, we're diving into the heart of Deuteronomy, specifically Chapter 8, verses 1-20. This section of Scripture is packed with powerful reminders of God's provision, a stark warning about the danger of forgetting, and a call to remember His faithfulness. Let's start ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:1-20

Topics: Forgetting, God

Our Helper, Ebenezer

Contributed by Nkwor Sunday Sunny Azuka Onyekachukwu on Dec 9, 2023

Anyone that call on the name of the Lord, shall be safed. All that called on Him like the Blind Bathemeaus then and those calling on Him today, without exception, receives help no matter how terrible the situation may be hence He is Jehovah Ebenezer, our Helper!

Psalms 44:1-26 1. We have heard with our ears, O God, our fathers have told us, what work thou didst in their days, in the times of old. 2. How thou didst drive out the heathen with thy hand, and plantedst them; how thou didst afflict the people, and cast them out. 3. For they got not the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28, Psalm 44:1-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Verses To Live By

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 18, 2015

Several verses that you can consult when you're on the go. Enjoy GOD'S WORDS and be renewed by GOD's WORDS.

Abilities Promises: Luke 10:19 Behold! I have given you authority and power to trample upon serpents and scorpions, and [physical and mental strength and ability] over all the power that the enemy [possesses]; and nothing shall in any way harm you. 1 Timothy 4:8 For physical training is of some ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Lord's Servant

Contributed by Chris Surber on Jun 17, 2010

Redemption was born in suffering, so is our peace.

The Lord’s Servant, Isaiah 52:13-53:6 Introduction “After a mission service, the preacher of the evening was hurrying away to a late train. He had just three minutes to catch it when he saw a man running after him. “Oh, sir,” he said breathlessly as he came up, “can ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church