Sermons on Resisting Temptation:

Meals On Wheels Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Sep 4, 2008

Part 4 in 4 part series on the purpose of the church. This deals with taking Christ to lost people.

A STRONGER CHURCH Part 4, “Meals on Wheels” Luke 14:15-23 Sunday, August 3, 2008 Pastor Brian Matherlee As we have gone through this series we have used the table to illustrate 3 disciplines that lend themselves to a stronger church: • Serving (drop leaf table) means that we have a greater number ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:15-23

Denomination: Wesleyan

To Obey Or Not To Obey Series

Contributed by Sue Richard on Jun 2, 2004

Fearing and obeying God needs to come first in the Christian’s life

TO OBEY OR NOT TO OBEY Today’s passage is probably the most difficult one in Romans. How should the strong commands of this Scripture be interpreted when Paul himself didn’t always practice what he preached? It would have been easy to skip over Romans 13 in our series of preaching through ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Brethren

When God Deals With Pride! Series

Contributed by Izak Shipman on Feb 27, 2004

These verses show a perfect case study in how God dealt with the pride in Saul’s life. Also answering the questions 1. What is pride, where did it come from and how God deals with it.

Acts 9:23 – 31 23 Now after many days were past, the Jews plotted to kill him. 24But their plot became known to Saul. And they watched the gates day and night, to kill him. 25Then the disciples took him by night and let him down through the wall in a large basket. 26. And when Saul had come to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 14:13-15, Acts 9:23-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Has That Which Is Perfect Come

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 18, 2016

Have Cessationists missed on blessings by telling the Holy Spirit what He cann and cannot do?

For 40 years, I was a cessationist.Baptist and used this passage as one of my proof texts. Unfortunately, we forgot to follow one of our basic rules for interpretation. In college, they stressed context, context, context. We have taken verse ten out of context. 1Co 13:8 Charity never faileth: but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

Has "That Which Is Perfect Come”?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 18, 2018

Does the canon of Scripture halter and hamper the Holy Spirit so that He is limited in what He can do for Christ's Body?

For 40 years, I was a cessationist.Baptist and used this passage as one of my proof texts. Unfortunately, we forgot to follow one of our basic rules for interpretation. In college, they stressed context, context, context. We have taken verse ten out of context. 1Co 13:8 Charity never faileth: but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

What Can I Do? Having Done All!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 22, 2024

God desires us to depend on him. What can I do? Sometimes all we can do is to stand still and allow God to bring deliverance.

WHAT CAN I DO? HAVING DONE ALL… MY PEA PATCH? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) WHAT CAN I DO? WHAT FEAR TRIES TO REIGN OUR HEARTS DURING THE STORMS? FEAR, DOUBT AND WORRY WILL DRIVE OUR BOATS DURING THE FIERCE STORMS... DO WE FEAR THE CRUSHING, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:29, Ephesians 6:13, 2 Samuel 11:22-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Embracing The Mission Today. Acts 13

Contributed by David Cramer on Nov 16, 2024

A message about following the Lord's quest for us to serve others and share His love.

Embracing the Mission today. Acts 13 Good Morning Stand with me and lift your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Armored: Geared Up For Life Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Aug 21, 2021

THIRTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST, YEAR B August 22, 2021, this is the Armor, the gear we have been “gearing up for life” throughout the series. So, what are these tools and how do we employ them in our daily lives?

INTRODUCTION As Hitler’s appetite for power and territory grew, his army began to march across Europe. In some cases, the fight could hardly be called a battle. The Evil German Nazi army advanced, with its tanks and with technologically advanced weapons. In some of the underdeveloped nations, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Tune In - Pt. 3 - Static Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Feb 21, 2018

Dead air. Static. Interference. All keep us from tuning in and being able to hear. However, hearing is essential. Lean in and tune in this year!

Tune In Pt. 3 - Static I. Introduction ?I don’t know about you but one of the most frustrating things in life is trying to listen to the radio when there is static! This is especially true when you are on the road when there is an important ball game on and you carefully scroll through the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:1-3, Daniel 9:20-23, Daniel 10:2-3, Daniel 10:12-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

#2 - A Patriot And A Christian Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Jul 28, 2016

Can you be a Christian and a patriot? How do we fight injustice? How do I show love even when I believe what is happening is wrong?

POWERPOINT Matthew 22:15 Then the Pharisees went out and laid plans to trap him in his words. 16 They sent their disciples to him along with the Herodians. "Teacher," they said, "we know you are a man of integrity and that you teach the way of God in accordance with the truth. You aren't swayed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Holiness

This Obstacle Could Be An Opportunity.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 21, 2016

You understand what sandpaper could be to wood? Well, problems and obstacles could be a tool that brings us closer to God? It is up to you.

THIS OBSTACLE COULD BE A GREAT OPPORTUNITY. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have heard discussed WHAT IS THE OPPOSITE OF FAITH? Well, the logical answer is DOUBT.... Might we add several other elements. FEAR --- WORRY... APATHY --- DO NOTHING... ERROR BECAUSE OF NOT KNOWING THE WORD ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:12-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Alarming Signs Of A Dead Churchs. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 22, 2025

In the book of Revelation, Jesus Christ addressed seven churches in Asia, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses.

In the book of Revelation, Jesus Christ addressed seven churches in Asia, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses. To the church at Sardis, He said, "You have a reputation of being alive, but you are dead" (Revelation 3:1). This warning serves as a reminder that even churches with a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:19-20, Matthew 7:16

The Dangers Of Neglecting The Cross

Contributed by R. Darrel Davis on Apr 27, 2002

A message imploring listeners not to neglect the opportunity to be saved.

Introduction: I was not one of his fans personally, but for many NASCAR fans, the death of racing legend Dale Earhardt at the 2001 Daytona 500 is still fresh in their minds. On the final lap of the race, he crashed into the wall at a speed of around 180 miles per hour after being tapped from ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

How To Stop Sinning Against The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Blaspheming the Spirit - To talk or act in a reviling manner to one who is sacred. To talk in a depreciatory manner about the Spirit of God is the unforgiveable sin because it is ascribing to Satan the work of the Holy Spirit.

Adapted from notes of Dr. Harry Ironside’s Handfuls of Purpose Vol. 3 page 198 Avoid the Following Errors 1. Blaspheming the Spirit - To talk or act in a reviling manner to one who is sacred. To talk in a depreciatory manner about the Spirit of God is the unforgiveable sin because it is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:31-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Stop Sinning Against The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Adapted from notes of Dr.

Adapted from notes of Dr. Harry Ironside's Handfuls of Purpose Vol. 3 page 198 Avoid the Following Errors 1. Blaspheming the Spirit - To talk or act in a reviling manner to one who is sacred. To talk in a depreciatory manner about the Spirit of God is the unforgiveable sin because it is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:31-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational