Sermons on Pushing:

The Blessing Paradox, Part I Series

Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Jan 9, 2014

First sermon in "The Blessing Paradox" series, Preached June 30, 2013 at Resurrection Bible Church

I often hear from people "I just want to be happy" or "whatever makes you happy!" Yet, we should look at what people are looking to make themselves happy. Some folks find happiness in material things--stuff. If I can just by that new car, that new house, a state-of-the art computer, the best ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-8

Denomination: Bible Church

God's Design For Marriage: Defending The Biblical View

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021

Jesus Christ was once asked about marriage and divorce. He replied in this way:

Jesus Christ was once asked about marriage and divorce. He replied in this way: “Haven’t you read,” he replied, “that at the beginning the Creator ‘made them male and female,’ and said, ‘For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:4-6, Romans 1:21-27, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11, Romans 1:26-28, 1 Timothy 1:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Stress (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Jan 12, 2022

Statistics show over 70 percent of Americans regularly experience stress. This sermon shows some signs of stress and the factors that cause it.

Opening: A woman took her husband to the doctor's office. After his checkup, the doctor said, "Your husband is suffering from a very serious infection brought on by stress." The husband, who had a hearing problem, asked her, "What did he say?" His wife answered, "He ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3, Psalm 103:1-5, Psalm 38:4, Psalm 23:2, Exodus 34:21, Isaiah 40:28, Psalm 147:5, Genesis 17:1, Genesis 2:2, 1 John 1:9, Matthew 11:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Touching The Hem Of Him

Contributed by Michael Bierdeman on Jan 24, 2022

The purpose of this sermon is to encourage us to press through all obstacles, continuing to believe in God for our miracle. No matter how long it takes, and no matter what it costs us, we must determine to touch the HEM of HIM.

Mark 5:24-34 Matthew 9:20 “Touching the HEM of HIM” The story of the woman with the issue of blood has more context and depth of meaning than we realize… Joke: They say don’t judge someone until you have walked a mile in their shoes. Because at least then you will be a mile away from them, and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:24-34, Matthew 9:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Courage Or Compromise?

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jul 12, 2022

We are at a time in history when Christians need to be courageous. Stop compromising with the world and stand strong, bold as a lion, and speak the truth!

Courage or Compromise Text: 1 Kings 22:1-28 GIVE THANKS / OPEN WITH PRAYER This morning I want to share with you all something from God’s Word, that I believe is very relevant and important for us to grasp, especially for this time that we are living in. And what that important thing is - - IS ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 22:1-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"go Tell Somebody”

Contributed by Virgil D Taylor on Nov 3, 2022

People of God it’s impossible to have a real encounter with God and stay the same and not want to tell somebody.

Point:1 (Why it’s important) Point#2 (It’s important that you tell somebody) Point#3 (Somebody is waiting on you) Song: Lift Him Up Beloved Jeremiah said it's like fire shut up in my bones. Child God if the Holy Spirit is in you, you're going to want to tell somebody about the Lord Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: John 12:32, Luke 14:12-23

Denomination: Apostolic

Blessed Assurance

Contributed by David Nolte on Oct 8, 2017

Details basis for assurance

Assurance. We all want and need it. Assurance that our doctor is competent; that our job is secure; that the foods we buy are uncontaminated; and most importantly, that our sins are forgiven and that we are right with God. We need the assurance Gerald sang about today. Frances Crosby, who wrote ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:9-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Roles And Responsibilities (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Mar 13, 2017

A sermon examining the roles and responsibilities in the local church.

Roles And Responsibilities In The Church (Part II) Titus 2:1-8 In the increasingly politically correct society in which we live, there is a push to remove any distinction between the sexes. But there are many differences that cannot be ignored. Consider a few of them: There are differences when ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Deceitful Heart Or Pure Heart

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Feb 27, 2020

The Lord said through Jeremiah that the heart is deceitful above all things and Jesus said blessed are the pure in heart? Can both be true. Can the Lord change one into the other?

Deceitful Heart or Pure Heart? Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … 1 Peter 4:10 “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” And our memory refresher verse(s) for today is(are) ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-10, Jeremiah 17:1, Matthew 22:37-40, Romans 7:7-24, Matthew 5:8, Psalm 73:1, Isaiah 6:1-5, Ezekiel 36:26, Psalm 51:10, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Luke 18:18-30, Luke 19:1-10, Matthew 24:37, Genesis 6:5-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

The Armor Of God: Prayer

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Aug 20, 2023

We cannot begin to be strong in the Lord and His mighty power, or stand firm in our faith, or resist Satan’s schemes unless we are people of prayer.

Alba 8-20-2023 THE ARMOR OF GOD: PRAYER Ephesians 6:18 You probably have heard the poem about prayer written by Sam Walter Foss. But here it is again just in case you missed it. "The proper way for a man to pray," Said Deacon Lemuel Keyes, "And the only proper attitude is down ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18, Romans 8:27-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Foreigner Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 27, 2022

Imagining Jezebel's story - a woman who clung to her power and her gods in the face of enormous pressure. Are the two connected?

My name is Jezebel. I am a Phoenician princess, the daughter of Eshbaal, King of Sidon and the Queen of Israel, the strongest nation in the world from Assyria to Egypt. My father Eshbaal gave me in marriage to Ahab of Israel to strengthen the alliance between our two countries, because although we ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Setbacks May Prepare Us For Comebacks.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 16, 2023

WHY? WHY? THE ADVERSITY YOU FACE TODAY COULD BE A COME BACK TO THE SET BACK . Do you think you are the only one that ever failed?

THIS SETBACK IS PREPARING US FOR A COME BACK! DO YOU THINK YOU ARE THE ONLY ONE THAT FAILED? WHY? WHY? THORNS? BAGGAGE? I HAVE FALLEN AND I CAN’T GET UP. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) (SEVERAL PART LESSON) THIS LESSON IS GOING TO WORK ON THE ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:20, Isaiah 43:2, 1 Corinthians 1:27, 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Demolishing Strongholds: Jericho Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 17, 2024

More than 5,000 years ago, God promised the Israelites a homeland – it was already occupied by the Palestinians and the Canaanites. And to get there in one piece would be a dream and a miracle if they were successful.

? Many of us are facing strongholds in our lives, they seem like immovable walls … Opening illustration: An incredible story of one of the most heroic rescues of modern times, an incident that has become a virtual legend without equal in the archives of anti-terrorist operations. There can be few ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Fish Out Of Water Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 15, 2024

“But now, by dying to what once bound us, we have been released from the law so that we serve in the new way of the Spirit, and not in the old way of the written code.” -Romans 7:6

My wife Chelsey and I went for dinner for my birthday last night, and the restaurant was super noisy. I was already feeling a bit sensitive on my birthday as many of us do, and it got stressful for me. Many of the people were drinking, and carrying on, having a good time, or so it seemed. And I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:5-25, Romans 8:12-13

Denomination: Salvation Army

Change Is Inevitable

Contributed by Steven Devroy on Mar 13, 2024

Change is something that happens whether we like it or not. So we have to be flexible and let God change us!

Seasons of change in our lives Sunday, May 3rd Opener: Good morning everyone, we want to welcome you to our Sunday morning Service. So thrilled you joined us here this morning! This morning we are talking about seasons and change. Of course, many of you that are watching this program are located ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13, John 14:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God