Sermons on Pulling Down:

Attitude Of Gratitude

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 29, 2021

The men of Jabesh-gilead provide an excellent example of gratitude. To develop an attitude of gratitude we need to practice two things: mindfulness and humility.

Introduction: A. I hope everyone had a very happy Thanksgiving Day. 1. Of all the American made holidays, Thanksgiving is perhaps the most spiritually oriented. 2. But did you know that having an attitude of gratitude is something that God commands? 3. 1 Thessalonians 5:15-18 says: “Rejoice ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:15-18, Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Isaiah .. In The Past And Today

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Nov 30, 2021

What are some of the lessons we learn from Isaiah? Are you aware of the value The MOST HIGH has placed on you as HIS servant?

Isaiah .. in the past and today Prophet Isaiah is a well known figure and recognized prophet, a servant of The MOST HIGH. His legacy lives on centuries after his death, much beloved and admired. Almost everywhere you go, you will meet an Isaiah named after this beloved servant of The MOST HIGH. ...read more

Our God Is Love Series

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 7, 2021

God is not just loving, rather God is love. The fact that God is love is seen in God loving God, God loving His children, His children loving God, and His children loving one another.

Introduction: A. The late television personality Art Linkletter became famous for his refreshing and humorous conversations with children. 1. One of his most memorable exchanges took place when he asked a little boy about the picture he was drawing. 2. The little boy said: “It’s a picture of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-11, Ephesians 3:17-19, John 5:20, John 14:31, John 17:24, Matthew 22:34-40  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When God’s Dreams Come True

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 21, 2021

The psalmist clearly understood that it was by the Lord's permission Israel were led into captivity, so only by his power they were set free. When God’s Dreams Come True , People Should celebrate the Victory!

Subject: When God’s Dreams Come True Psalms 126:1-6 “When the LORD turned again the captivity of Zion, we were like them that dream. 2 Then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing: then said they among the heathen, The LORD hath done great things for them. 3 The LORD hath ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:1-6, Jeremiah 29:10, Jeremiah 29:11, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, 1 Timothy 2:1-4, Isaiah 9:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Hannah's Prayer

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Sep 4, 2021

This is from a series I preached on great prayers of the saints.

Title: “Hannah’s Prayer” Scripture: I Sam. 1:10-20 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 9-5-21 Intro: There are several women whose faith is honored in the Bible. We would do well to remember the lives they lived, the prayers they prayed, and the faith they exhibited. The same God that these ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Thoughts Toward Us

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Sep 19, 2021

"I know the plans I have for you." With these words, God tells his sinful people that He won’t cast them off but restore them. And He expresses the same grace toward us in Christ. For us, God has plans of peace! God wants us for himself. He loves us, and He wants us to love him.

How much do you think about the future? Where would you like to be, this time next year, or in five years? Or do you wonder what lies ahead for your children, your loved ones? We all know that we’re only a vapour. Our life is like the wildflowers which quickly fade. We can try plan the future, yet ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Pastor's Prayer Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 1, 2021

It is my prayer for you today to see how blessed you are and how much power is at your disposal because we are united in Christ.

A Pastor’s Prayer Text: Eph. 1:15-23 Introduction 1. "A preacher must be both soldier and shepherd. He must nourish, defend, and teach; he must have teeth in his mouth, and be able to bite and fight." 2. A number of years ago, God called me to be a Pastor, and shepherd to his people. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Methodist

Our Problem--The Divine Diagnosis Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Oct 11, 2021

Something obviously is wrong with life, and this world. Just exactly what is it? God's Word gives us the divine diagnosis beginning in Romans 1:18-20.

As I was about to write my message this past week, I read an unusual editorial on the Orange County Editorial page. It was congratulating a politician on being boring. Actually, it was congratulating a California state office holder for being scandal-free in the midst of a sea of scandals rocking ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-20, Psalm 139:14, Psalm 19:1, John 3:19-21

Denomination: Bible Church

Learning To Trust In A Skeptical World

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Oct 12, 2021

I believe one of the greatest issues facing our world today, to include the church, is the fact that trust has all but disappeared in relationships. I believe the book of Micah shows us the tragedy of a society where trust is absent; however, the book also shows us how to regain that which is lost.

In recent weeks I have been pondering a very important question: "What is the common denominator for understanding healthy relationships? We could postulate many words (e.g., friendship, tolerance, respect, appreciation, etc.). I then contemplated, what happens if trust is absent in a ...read more

Scripture: Micah 7:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Back Where It All Began (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Oct 15, 2021

A sermon examining Jesus' brief return to Nazareth during His earthly ministry.

BACK WHERE IT ALL BEGAN Mark 6:1-6 Twenty-one-year-old Steven A. Wowwk arrived as an infantryman in the Army’s First Cavalry Division in Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam in early January 1969 to fight in an escalating and increasingly unwinnable war. By June, Wowwk had been wounded twice—the second time ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

23rd Sunday After Pentecost. October 27th, 2024. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 17, 2021

Year B, Proper 25.

Job 42:1-6, Job 42:10-17, Psalm 34:1-8, Psalm 34:19-22, Jeremiah 31:7-9, Psalm 126:1-6, Hebrews 7:23-28, Mark 10:46-52. A). A NEW VISION OF GOD, AND THE RESTORATION OF JOB. Job 42:1-6; Job 42:10-17. The prose narrative bookends of the epic poem which is the Book of Job provide us at either end ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:1-6, Job 42:10-17, Psalm 34:1-8, Psalm 34:19-22, Jeremiah 31:7-9, Hebrews 7:23-28, Mark 10:46-52, Psalm 126:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Imagine A Perfect Universe: Genesis, Revelation, And The Cross Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 1, 2021

I imagine in the perfect state the world existed in Genesis 2 reality made a great deal of sense. Everything was good and right. I imagine the universe itself, the alignment of the stars and galaxies was much different.

I imagine in the perfect state the world existed in Genesis 2 reality made a great deal of sense. Everything was good and right. I imagine the universe itself, the alignment of the stars and galaxies was much different. Even to the point where it would be hardly imaginable. In the current state ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:54-60, Isaiah 14:12-15, Matthew 23:12, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Hour Has Come Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 3, 2021

John continually speaks of a mysterious hour with little to no explanation. Like Hansel and Gretel’s breadcrumbs, the reference to “the hour” is important clue to understand Jesus in John’s gospel.

Palm Sunday is a significant marker for God’s people. It’s the day where Jesus enters into Jerusalem to kick off a week of monumentally important event. The citizens of Jerusalem greeted Jesus with palm branches and shouts of “Hosanna” as he entered the city on the back of a colt. Our story picks ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-36

Denomination: Baptist

When Rights Are Renounced Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

Some people have turned ministry into a cash cow. Some people have just fleeced the sheep. Some people have completely overcompensated themselves, and they have found a great way to work the system.

I’m excited about finishing 1 Corinthians with you. God willing, we’ll discuss divorce, singleness, the resurrection, idolatry, spiritual gifts, tongues, love, and money in the weeks to come as we move line by line, sentence by sentence through this New Testament letter. Remember, every word ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Love Is Better Than Miracles Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

You’ll be like the Christmas tree that you remove from your house after the holidays. It is planted in a metal tree holder, the needles will fall off the moment you try to pick it up. The person who hasn’t experienced the love of Christ is nicely decorated but falls apart when handled.

Ron and Patti had been married for twelve years and have two children. Patti had grown up with believing parents as they attended church where she grew up in the area. Ron was born in Ada, Oklahoma to hard working parents. His father had served in the Vietnam War and neither parent felt church was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Baptist