Sermons on Resolving:

A New Hope! Series

Contributed by Michael Demastus on Jan 5, 2002

This is the 1st in the Nehemiah Series...

This and other Nehemiah sermons in this series come from a series by Ray Stedman...just so that proper credit is given... DON’T DESPAIR -- BEGIN TO REPAIR<br> Nehemiah 1 <p>This morning we begin studies in the Old Testament book of Nehemiah. There are three Old Testament books, Ezra, Nehemiah, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Making Of A Hero Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 16, 2006

Daniel 1:8-21 gives us three distinguishing marks of a true hero in any age.

Scripture The movie "Cinderella Man" tells the true story of boxing legend James J. Braddock, who made an incredible comeback during the Great Depression. Injured and arthritic, Braddock’s promising career was cut short, and he had to go on public assistance when he couldn’t get work at the docks ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:8-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Declaration Of Independence

Contributed by David Johnston on Jul 25, 2007

Are you not sick and tired of what the devil has done to you? Are you willing to sit there until you die? The devil is fighting the Church! It’s time to make A Declaration of Independence and fight back!

A Declaration of War 1 Sam. 17:40 And he took his staff in his hand, and chose him five smooth stones out of the brook, and put them in a shepherd’s bag which he had, even in a scrip; and his sling was in his hand: and he drew near to the Philistine. 41 And the Philistine came on and drew near ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:40-47

Denomination: Pentecostal

Grace And Will: Reconciling The Twins Series

Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Aug 24, 2021

It is grace—God’s greatest gift to man—that brought salvation to us. So how does free will factor in salvation if God is doing it all?

Was Judas predestined to betray Jesus? When Jesus was praying with his apostles shortly before his Passion, he said, “I guarded them, and not one of them was lost except the one destined to be lost, so that the scripture might be fulfilled” (John 17:12). If he was destined to betray Jesus, then did ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9, Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mary And Joseph Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Nov 9, 2021

Not everyone experiences a Hallmark Christmas. Some people have problems, and in the moments to come, we'll discover one of the original characters of Christmas has a big problem.

Merry Christmas to your family and you! Christmas is just three days away – are you ready? Is everything wrapped and under the tree? When I stop to think about it, it is still funny eleven years later… …but Virgin Mary gave birth to a 7.7-pound baby Jesus on Christmas Day in Peru eleven years ago. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

Someday We'll Understand

Contributed by Mitchell Leonard on Jun 28, 2024

A sermon to adults on not always understanding the things we go through.

Acts 21:1-15 6/30/24 A.M. This is the last day of June. We’re at the MIDDLE POINT of the year. 2024 is half way over. Now how many of you all made a New Year’s resolution? How many of you all RESOLVED to make a change or do something different in 2024? So … how’s that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Resoutions

Contributed by Jeremy Meier on Jan 3, 2023

The average American's New Year's resolution(s) last only 32 days. This morning, we're going to talk about a resolution I think we can all get behind and take to heart—living for God.

Dear gracious and heavenly Father, thank you for today—a new year! Thank you for all you did in and through us in 2022. We are thankful and proud of our accomplishments, both individually and as a church, but…help us look forward toward the future. Give us the wisdom now to use the guidance You ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14, Isaiah 43:16-19, Luke 9:62, Romans 15:4, Proverbs 1:5, Acts 20:24, Romans 14:8, Matthew 10:39, Isaiah 41:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Can't Outrun The Long Arm Of The Lord

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on May 29, 2003

I kinda use the Kenny Roger’s song "You Can’t Outrun the Long Arm of the Law" and compare it to Psalm 7...thus the title, "You can’t outrun the Long Arm of the Lord!!

Sunday Evening, June 1, 2003 Title: Psalm 7: You Can’t Outrun the Long Arm of the Lord Text: Psalm 7:1-17 Introduction 1. Kenny Rogers sang a song called, "You can’t outrun the long arm of the law". In the song, he talked about how Billy, the son of a miner, got his girlfriend, Mary Ann, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 7:1-17

Denomination: Nazarene

Siege Ramps

Contributed by David Wilson on Sep 12, 2003

When David allows a vacuum to grow in the nation’s leadership, Joab is forced to build a siege ramp to deal with the problem

Joab is not a good guy. We find him in the midst of a great deal of political intrigue in the midst of David’s Court. He literally MURDERS the man that David had replaced him in office with. David is not longer running from the confrontation such as that of Absalom, but is beginning to deal with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 20:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

Spirt Led Helps In Managing Conflicts

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 4, 2004

Wearing a mask that shows everything’s fine Says that life’s struggles are not God’s design; But when we’re open, transparent, and true, People will trust God to meet their needs too

Spirt Led Helps In Managing Conflicts I Cor 2:7-10 - "We speak of God’s secret wisdom, a wisdom that has been hidden and that God destined for our glory before time began...but God has revealed it to us by His Spirit." Illustration: We were troubled on every side. Outside were conflicts, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Have A Clean Conscience

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The trouble with the advice, "Follow your conscience" is that most people follow it like someone following a wheelbarrow--they direct it wherever they want it to go, and then follow behind.

Conscience - A moral sense of right and wrong that affects one’s behavior. Illustration:Conscience tells us that we ought to do right, but it does not tell us what right is--that we are taught by God’s word. H.C. Trumbull. Illustration: Throughout his administration, Abraham Lincoln was a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Handle Temptation

Contributed by Travis Moore on Nov 3, 2000

Dealing with temptation in daily life.

HOW TO HANDLE TEMPTATION Luke 4:1-13 Introduction: An EXAMPLE of Temptation; How JESUS handled it. I. THE FACT OF TEMPTATION. A. Its Nature: Two ways the word "tempt" is used in the Bible. · "God did tempt [test] Abraham" (Genesis 22:1) · "God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does He tempt ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Lest We Forget

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Sep 10, 2005

Some will forget 9/11 2001 but the church can never forget the Lords Table, what we need to remember.

1st Corinthians 11:23-26 On Thursday, September 20, 2001, President George W. Bush gave this much-anticipated speech, here are some excerpts. “On September the 11th, enemies of freedom committed an act of war against our country. Americans have known wars, but for the past 136 years ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Excuses

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 7, 2001

To lead the children to understand that following Jesus Christ involves being willing to suffer without offering excuses for negligent behavior.

Perseverance Would-Be Followers – Matt. 8:18-22; Lk 9:57-62 Preparation for the Teacher 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand that following Jesus Christ involves being willing to suffer without offering excuses for negligent behavior. 2. Explanation of the Aim: Many people aspire to follow ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:18-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Handle Temptation Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Nov 29, 2000

God’s strength is available in our times of temptation.

How To Cope with Life’s Struggles (Part 8) HOW TO HANDLE TEMPTATION Luke 4:1-13 Introduction: An EXAMPLE of Temptation; How JESUS handled it. I. THE FACT OF TEMPTATION. A. Its Nature: Two ways the word "tempt" is used in the Bible. ·"God did tempt Abraham" (Genesis 22:1) ·"God cannot be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist