Sermons on Purity:

Prayer Of Adoration And Sacramental Prayer Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 4, 2020

This is the final address of my LENTEN SERIES ON PRAYER. I can't commend enough Richard Foster's book entitled simply Prayer if you are serious about Prayer

Prayer of Adoration and Sacramental Prayer This is the fourth study in our series on Prayer In the first week we looked at 1. Simple Prayer and 2. Praying the Ordinary And in the second week we looked at 3. The Prayer of Relinquishment 4. Formation Prayer and Last week we looked at 5. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 35:18, Revelation 5:11-12, 1 Timothy 1:17, 1 Samuel 15:22-23, Romans 12:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

The Judgment Of The Almighty Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Sep 12, 2022

The Old Testament prophets predicted a day so alarming that even those who are religiously careless wake from their moral sleepiness. They frequently refer to it as “that day” when the nations are judged.

It is widely regarded as one of the best films of all time, Shawshank Redemption was released nearly thirty years ago in 1994. It became an instant classic telling the tale of an innocent man in prison who eventually gains his freedom through a satisfying escape plan. And if watched any TV in the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:33, Romans 12:19, Malachi 3:17, Malachi 3:2, Acts 17:30-31, Luke 6:23, Matthew 19:28, 1 Thessalonians 5:2, Romans 2:5, 2 Thessalonians 2:3-4, 1 Corinthians 5:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

"something Is Missing In Today's Church."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Sep 14, 2022

There is strength in numbers, and we are at a crucial turning point as our freedoms are steadily being taken away. Now is the moment for bold change. Together, we will unite in harmony and act as a powerful, cohesive force, rather than remaining scattered like neglected parts.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (John 13:34-35) (34) "A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another." (35) "By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 133:1-3, 2 Corinthians 13:11, Colossians 3:12-15, Psalm 92:7-15, Psalm 92:10, Jeremiah 29:11, John 13:34-35, 1 Corinthians 1:10, John 17:21-23, Romans 12:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Levi (Matthew) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 2, 2022

Once settled back in Canaan, Jacob's sons, including Levi, "conspired against Joseph] to kill him." Joseph was the first son of Rachel and was Jacob's favored son. Eventually, the brothers decided to sell him for twenty shekels of silver to Midianite traders on their way to Egypt.

Levi Levi (Hebrew: Modern: Levi, Tiberian: Lewi) was, according to the Book of Genesis, the third of the six sons of Jacob and Leah (Jacob's third son), and the founder of the Israelite Tribe of Levi (the Levites, including the Kohanim) and the great-grandfather of Aaron, Moses, and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 34:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

What's The Difference

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 11, 2017

There are ten clear differences from someone who claims to be a believer in God and someone who is a Christian. The truths in this message will set our heart aright with God!

What's The Difference A Question That Exposes Your Relationship With Christ A vehicle owner who is inexperience dealing with vehicle tires can be talked into paying top price for tires, not realizing they have purchased a low grade tire. Many vehicle owners think, "Hey, a tire is a tire, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Losing Touch With The Living God

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 7, 2017

Malachi: An Overview. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The uniqueness of the book of Malachi (a). Malachi the man is a Mystery. (b). Malachi dialogued with people. (c). Malachi is written in prose and not poetry. (d). Malachi is full of God words! (e). Malachi is God’s last Old Testament word. (2). The Background to the book of ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Water Marks - Splashing With Jesus!

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Dec 7, 2017

I. Baptism is a Sacrament of Joy II. Baptism is a Sacrament of Relishing a Life in the Holy Spirit

Scripture: Mark 1:4-11; Genesis 1:1-5; Psalm 29 (Call to Worship) Theme: Splashing With Jesus! Title: "Water Marks" or Splashing with Jesus! I. Baptism is a Sacrament of Joy II. Baptism is a Sacrament of Relishing a Life in the Holy Spirit INTRO: Grace and peace and love ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5, Mark 1:4-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Weird Stuff Is Happening Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 31, 2017

A study in the book of Genesis 6: 1 – 22

Genesis 6: 1 – 22 Weird stuff is happening 6 Now it came to pass, when men began to multiply on the face of the earth, and daughters were born to them, 2 that the sons of God saw the daughters of men, that they were beautiful; and they took wives for themselves of all whom they chose. 3 And the ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Revd Up 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 5, 2018

We need to get Rev’d Up for Jesus’ Second Coming as we look at what is happening to our society and world. Many are saying the time is near and revelation tells us to be ready at a moments notice. So, let’s get Rev’d up and ready to meet Jesus!

Series: Rev’d Up Thesis for Series: We need to get Rev’d Up for Jesus’ Second Coming as we look at what is happening to our society and world. Many are saying the time is near and revelation tells us to be ready at a moments notice. So, let’s get Rev’d up and ready to meet Jesus! Scripture Text: ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is Speaking Are We Listening - Malachi: An Overview

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 14, 2018

The Book of Malachi – God is Speaking Are We Listening - sermon by Gordon Curley. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The uniqueness of the book of Malachi • (a). Malachi the man is a Mystery. • (b). Malachi dialogued with people. • (c). Malachi is written in prose and not poetry. • (d). Malachi is full of God words! • (e). Malachi is God’s last Old Testament word. (2). The Background to ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Disgusted Or Delighted? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 28, 2018

A stark contrast between religious hypocrites and a faithful woman. The religious show-offs were mostly interested in what they could GET out of life. And the poor widow as interested in all she could GIVE.

INTRODUCTION My younger brother, Dan, and I are a lot alike. He serves as a Minister of Education and Senior Adults at a church in Conway, Arkansas. One thing we have in common is that we both have a sense of humor leaning toward puns and groaners. You’ve endured plenty of my groaners through the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-44

Denomination: Baptist

Operation Pentecost

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Jun 10, 2019

This sermon answers the question posed in Acts 2..."what does this mean"?

Title: Pentecost – Whatever does this mean? Text: Acts 2 When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. 2 Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. 3 They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wormwood Keeps Showing Up

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 26, 2018

A study in the book of Deuteronomy 29: 1 – 29

Deuteronomy 29: 1 – 29 Wormwood keeps showing up 29 These are the words of the covenant which the LORD commanded Moses to make with the children of Israel in the land of Moab, besides the covenant which He made with them in Horeb. 2 Now Moses called all Israel and said to them: “You have seen all ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Defection, Deception & Destruction Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 11, 2018

In Galatians 1:6–9 we see the dangers of: 1) Defection (Galatians 1:6), 2) Deception (Galatians 1:7), and 3) Destruction (Galatians 1:8-9) of those who would pervert the Gospel of Grace.

Every culture has unique expressions that can seem foreign to others. For one who is astonished, the British have the expression that one is “gob-smacked.” “Gob” is slang for “mouth.” To be smacked is to be slapped with an open hand. So someone who is “gob-smacked” opens his mouth, claps his hand ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-9

Denomination: Other

Light Living - Being A Person Of Light!

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 29, 2017

1. People of Light are People of Love 2. People of Light don't Adopt Lifestyles of Darkness 3. People of Light Wear God's Armor of Light

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14 (Call to worship - Psalm 149) Theme: Light Living - Being a Person of Light 1. People of Light are People of Love 2. People of Light don't Adopt Lifestyles of Darkness 3. People of Light Wear God's Armor of Light INTRO: Grace and peace from God our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14

Denomination: Nazarene