Sermons on Resisting The Devil:

For This Purpose I Have Come Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 1, 2018

The Advent series this year explores the instances when the Master spoke of the purpose in His coming. This is the first message in this Advent series as Jesus spoke of the purpose of His coming.

“‘Now is my soul troubled. And what shall I say? “Father, save me from this hour?” But for this purpose I have come to this hour. Father, glorify your name.’ Then a voice came from heaven: ‘I have glorified it, and I will glorify it again.’ The crowd that stood there and heard it said that it ...read more

Scripture: John 12:27-36

Denomination: Baptist

Don’t Come Back

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 4, 2019

A study of the book of 2 Chronicles 25: 1 – 28

2 Chronicles 25: 1 – 28 Don’t Come Back 25 Amaziah was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned twenty-nine years in Jerusalem. His mother’s name was Jehoaddan of Jerusalem. 2 And he did what was right in the sight of the LORD, but not with a loyal heart. 3 Now it happened, as ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 25:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

I Meant To Say

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 14, 2019

A study in the book of 2 Chronicles 36: 1 – 23

2 Chronicles 36: 1 – 23 I meant to say 36 Then the people of the land took Jehoahaz the son of Josiah and made him king in his father’s place in Jerusalem. 2 Jehoahaz was twenty-three years old when he became king, and he reigned three months in Jerusalem. 3 Now the king of Egypt deposed him at ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 36:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Jesus: "I Am The Bread”.

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jul 2, 2019

1) Our souls are hungry (John 6:41–44), 2) God sent us food (John 6:45–47), and in His words: 3) I am that food (John 6:48–51).

John 6:41-51 [41] So the Jews grumbled about him, because he said, "I am the bread that came down from heaven." [42] They said, "Is not this Jesus, the son of Joseph, whose father and mother we know? How does he now say, 'I have come down from heaven'?" [43] Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 6:41-51

Denomination: Other

He Foolishly Gratified The Superstitious Humor Of His People Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 7, 2019

Gideon thought they would not deny him since they had offered him a crown—they wanted him to be king over them—and so now was the best time to make the request: and the favor he asked was. . .

Chapter 33 He Foolishly Gratified the Superstitious Humor of His People [Judges 8.24-8.27] Scripture: Judges 8:24-27 (KJV) 24 And Gideon said unto them, I would desire a request of you, that ye would give me every man the earrings of his prey. (For they had golden earrings, because they were ...read more

Scripture: Judges 8:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Rapture Of The Bride (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Stephen Smith on Mar 17, 2020

This message sets out to affirm that the teaching of the 'rapture' is biblically sound. It discusses why and when it will occur - as well as the nature and purpose of the great tribulation period.

The Bible: A Love Story Pt 6: The Rapture of the Bride (part 1) The truth of the 'rapture' of believers, though widely-held among evangelical Christians in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13, Matthew 6:23, John 14:2-3, Romans 8:23-24, 1 Corinthians 15:51-52, Philippians 3:20-21, 1 Thessalonians 1:10, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, 1 Thessalonians 5:5-6, 1 Thessalonians 5:8-9, 2 Thessalonians 2:3-9, 2 Timothy 4:8, Hebrews 9:28, 1 John 3:2, 1 John 4:3-4, Revelation 1:12-19, Revelation 3:10, Revelation 4:1, Revelation 6:15-17, Revelation 11:18, Revelation 22:16-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

I Tried Lord

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 19, 2019

A study in the book of Nehemiah 13: 1 – 31

Nehemiah 13: 1 – 31 I tried Lord 13 On that day they read from the Book of Moses in the hearing of the people, and in it was found written that no Ammonite or Moabite should ever come into the assembly of God, 2 because they had not met the children of Israel with bread and water but hired Balaam ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 13:13

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Teach The Children

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 29, 2020

A study in Psalm 78: 1 – 72

Psalm 78: 1 – 72 Teach the children A Contemplation of Asaph. 1 Give ear, O my people, to my law; Incline your ears to the words of my mouth. 2 I will open my mouth in a parable; I will utter dark sayings of old, 3 Which we have heard and known, and our fathers have told us. 4 We will not hide ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:4

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Motivational Atrocity-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 9, 2019

1 of ? Amos declared God’s wrath to be justified/warranted due to nationally motivated atrocities. Why/When/How do nationally motivated atrocities move God to anger & retribution? National atrocity motivates God’s retribution when that nation endorses...

MOTIVATIONAL ATROCITY-I—Amos 1:3--2:5 OR--Indefensible National Atrocities/Pride Attention: The Pastor’s Cat… A pastor had a kitten that climbed up a tree in his yard & then was afraid to come down. The pastor coaxed, offered warm milk, etc. The kitty would not come down. The tree was not ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Handling God's Word Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 16, 2016

The message explores the familiar admonition to handle the Word of Truth rightly.

“Remind them of these things, and charge them before God not to quarrel about words, which does no good, but only ruins the hearers. Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the word of truth. But avoid irreverent ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:14-19

Denomination: Baptist

A Snake On A Pole?

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 10, 2018

A study in the book of Numbers 21: 1 – 35

Numbers 21: 1 – 35 A snake on a pole? 21 The king of Arad, the Canaanite, who dwelt in the South, heard that Israel was coming on the road to Atharim. Then he fought against Israel and took some of them prisoners. 2 So Israel made a vow to the Lord, and said, “If You will indeed deliver this ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Learning To Be Contingent (Lesson 3) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jan 6, 2021

To establish we must learn: to be content in all life’s situations; to genuinely commend others for their communications (financial support); and, to be contingent (dependent) upon God’s supplying all of our needs according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 3. Learning to be Contingent Remarks. 1. This lesson three, in our sermon-series theme: "Learning to be Content.” The apostle Paul now in prison, in the city of Rome: imprisoned for his work in Christ among the Gentiles. We will consider the blessings of contentment, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, Philippians 4:11-13, Philippians 4:19-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Proof Of Love - James 1:12 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Feb 25, 2021

This sermon will help you increase your desire for the crown of life.

James 1:12 Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him. The Promise: Life for Love We have been studying through the book of James and we come today to 1:12. This is one of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12

The Pastor Is The Church's Theologian

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 10, 2015

Pastor's are responsible to prepare themselves to present theology, making it a joy to the flock.

“I charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and by his appearing and his kingdom: preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and exhort, with complete patience and teaching. For the time is coming when people ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Son & Salvation Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 25, 2013

1) The Problem of unbelief (John 3:11-12) , provided the 2) Answer for unbelief (John 3:13–17), and warned of the 3) Results of unbelief (John 3:18-21).

It was dark and 15 degrees below zero — nearly twice that with the wind chill — when a 20-year-old woman who “wasn’t feeling well” stumbled the few blocks with her mother toward Humber River Regional Hospital’s Finch campus early last Sunday morning. Not quite ...read more

Scripture: John 3:11-21

Denomination: Other