Sermons on Rebellious Nations:

Amos - The Country Prophet (1:1-2:16) Part 1 Of 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Oct 26, 2009

A shepherd and gatherer of sycamore fruit called by God to prophesy - Am 7:14-15 b. Who proclaimed God’s message concerning eight nations, with an emphasis on the northern kingdom of Israel

"STUDIES IN THE MINOR PROPHETS" Amos - The Country Prophet (1:1-2:16) INTRODUCTION 1. In our survey of "The Minor Prophets", we have already considered... a. Obadiah, who prophesied of the judgment to befall Edom b. Joel, who proclaimed a locust plague as a harbinger of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

No Hiding Place

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 18, 2010

Achan discovered the reality that sin has no hiding place and carries with it dire consequences not only for the offender but that are widespread. One man’s sin can destroy a family, a church, and even a nation.

No Hiding Place – Joshua 7:1-12 Introduction: The actions of a few can have positive or negative consequences for hundreds. This is powerfully illustrated in the life of a man named Achan. His attitude may have been the same as many today: what I do is nobody’s business but mine. Achan ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Potter's House

Contributed by Edward Mccrary on Apr 30, 2009

God the creator of all things provided Jeremiah this illustration of what He would do to the nation Israel and we can extract from it great truths of how God deals with us today.

The Potter’s House Jeremiah 18:1-6 God the creator of all things provided Jeremiah this illustration of what He would do to the nation Israel and we can extract from it great truths of how God deals with us today. As Jeremiah peers through a window into the potter’s house, he sees what the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Do Believers Deal With Homosexuality? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 8, 2013

The Supreme Court of our nation offered a controversial decision regarding marriage this past month, and it is setting up our culture to acknowledge a lifestyle that is contrary to God's Word. How do we respond?

Sermon Brief Date Written: July 05, 2013 Date Preached: July 07, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Biblical Truths for Societal Pressures Sermon Title: How Do Believers deal with Homosexuality? Sermon Text: 1 Tim 1:3-6 [HCSB] Introduction: I want you all to know ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Memorial Of A Worthy Walk Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on May 28, 2013

God is no longer looking for stone memorials that were lifted up in the Old Covenant. He wants living stones as a holy nation of priests lifting up holy lives as a memorial to His greatness.

Intro: A man came to the Baptist Church and asked to see the pastor. “Pastor,” he said, “My dog died and I would like a Christian burial for him.” The Pastor said, “I’m sorry to hear about your dog, but we Baptists don’t do funerals for dogs. You might try ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Gog And Magog

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 25, 2015

Revelation 20:8 (KJV) 8 And shall go out to deceive the nations which are in the four quarters of the earth, Gog and Magog, to gather them together to battle: the number of whom is as the sand of the sea. .

THE WAR OF GOG AND MAGOG Revelation 20:8 (KJV) 8 And shall go out to deceive the nations which are in the four quarters of the earth, Gog and Magog, to gather them together to battle: the number of whom is as the sand of the sea. Today, as we study this, most of the Bible's many prophecies ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:8

Denomination: Foursquare

The Development Of A Man/Woman Of God

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 22, 2019

Daniel, a normal believer, was transformed into a person of such insight and faith, that he was promoted to serve 5 kings from three different conquering nations. What steps did he take that caused such a transformation?

THE DEVELOPMENT OF A MAN/WOMAN OF GOD Dan. 1:3-17 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: FREE HAIRCUTS 1. One day a Barber cut a minister’s hair. When the minister reached for his wallet, the barber said, “No Reverend, it’s on me.” Next morning, as if by magic, there were 10 silver coins on his doorstep. 2. ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:3-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Seven Churches Revealed—last Man Standing.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 21, 2020

Today we’re looking at the seven churches of Revelation. They were real churches just like Crane Eater Community Church. They existed at the end of the first century in what is today the nation of Turkey.

The Seven Churches Revealed—Last Man Standing. Revelation 2:8-11NLT I titled this message 'Last Man Standing' because when your faith is completely shaken and trials are chasing your peace away and tribulations are pressing your hope into despair. When all your friends have walked ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11, Proverbs 10:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Elijah's Breakthrough Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 9, 2020

Elijah was a prophet of God called out of obscurity to confront a wicked King and Queen of Israel. He became one of Israel’s most famous prophets and helped bring a breakthrough for the nation of Israel.

Series: Breakthrough 2020 - Elijah’s Story Opening Video Illustration from sermonspice.com/sermoncentral.com “Elijah” Scripture texts: 1 Kings 16, 17, 18, 19; 2 Kings 1, 2 Key verses: 1 Kings 16:29-33: Ahab Becomes King of Israel 29In the thirty-eighth year of Asa king of Judah, Ahab son of Omri ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 16:29-33, 1 Kings 17:1-6, Malachi 4:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Elijah's Breakthrough Part 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 18, 2020

Elijah was a prophet of God called out of obscurity to confront a wicked King and Queen of Israel. He became one of Israel’s most famous prophets and helped bring a breakthrough for the nation of Israel.

Video Transition: The Squirrel Story and the healing of our land. Just because we see the problems does not mean we are the ones who have to fix or can fix the problems. Why because God is the one who ultimately is the problem solver – whether it’s the provision of food and water in a national ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:38, 1 Kings 17:1-24, James 1:2-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dynamic Disciples On A Mission For God Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 25, 2016

Mission is a response of the command Jesus gave His disciples in Matthew 28:18-19. Why are we to go? Because Jesus told us to go! Where are we to go? Into all nations.

INTRO TO ELIM & ELIM MISSIONS =========================== Today is Elim Missions Sunday. It’s a day Elim sets apart for two main reasons: The first is to remember the great Sacrifice of our Missionaries in the Vumba Massacre of 1978. The second is to speak about the importance of supporting ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Teaches The Lawyers Neighbor Hood Skills

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Jul 10, 2016

In the aftermath of violent deaths this week in Baton Rouge, Louisiana; St. Paul, Minnesota; and Dallas, Texas, we speak to a nation that is overwhelmed with anger, grief, frustration, and despair. We have to address these issues.

Jesus Teaches the Lawyers Neighbor Hood Skills Scripture Lesson Luke 10:30-37 (The Parable of the Good Samaritan) This parable is packed with invisible truths of our lives. Jesus Teaches the Lawyers Neighbor Hood Skills Scripture Lesson Luke 10:30-37 (The Parable of the Good Samaritan) This ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: United Methodist

Spiritual Light From The Light Of The World

Contributed by Craig Condon on May 4, 2016

Jesus shone the light on the need to repent. The same light allows us to take in the Scriptures and feast on the Word. In return, we are to preach repentance and remission of sins in Jesus’ name to all nations.

This past Sunday I preached and led worship at the United Church in Bridgewater. During the children’s talk I mentioned that Jesus told his disciples that he would be returning to the Father, but that they would receive the Holy Spirit. I compared the Holy Spirit to the batteries in a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44-53

Denomination: Anglican

Faith And Freedom: America's Greatness Is Established In America's Faith

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jun 30, 2015

The rise of Christianity in the West propelled Western nations to great advances in science, economics and politics. This Christian foundation is the basis for America's freedom and greatness, and is in great danger as America turns away from God.

This week, America celebrates 239 years of political independence. But Freedom is more threatened now than at any time since the General Howe nearly defeated Washington’s army on the shores of Long Island in 1776. Friday’s ruling by the US Supreme Court is not ultimately about ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

“don’t Judge!” Satan's Tool To Shut You Up!

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 24, 2014

The issue of Gay Marriage has become a focal point of controversy in America and Christians who've attempted to join the national conversation are told to "Stop Judging!" Is it "judging" to say what God says?

“DON’T JUDGE!” Satan's Tool to Shut You Up! Mt. 7:1 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Did you hear about the Redneck who called Butterball’s Thanksgiving Turkey Talk-Line to tell the operator he’d cut his turkey in half with a chain saw and wanted to know if the oil from the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God