Sermons on Resting:

The Salt Of The Earth Series

Contributed by Spencer Miller on Jun 15, 2013

When Jesus says, “You are the salt of the earth” He is speaking of our conduct and character while yet living in this sin-cursed world. He is saying we are different or we ought to be different and live different than the rest of the world.

“You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot.” (NIV.) Introduction Salt is a very precious commodity, especially during ancient times. It was so ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Baptist

Choosing A Church

Contributed by David Hersey on Mar 27, 2015

We must choose the Lord's church. There is only one. And that's the one we need to be a part of. We need to choose correctly and wisely. The choices we make in life are going to effect us the rest of our lives on earth and in the eternal hereafter.

Choosing a Church The Christian Chronicle has recently reported that the number of Church of Christ adherents (members and their unbaptized children) continues to decline. Since 2003, the number is down 102,000 or 6.2%. During the same time, the number of congregations fell by 708, or ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:4-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Christmas Star

Contributed by Richard Stevens on Sep 17, 2024

The Star of Christmas is not the star that led the Maji from Mesopotamia to Jerusalem and ultimately to Bethlehem. It's not the star on the top of our Christmas tree, not Santa Claus, not our good feelings, good will, gifts, hopes for peace, celebrations or any of the rest.

SLIDE – Introduction I want to talk a little while this morning about the Star of Christmas. Now, I’m NOT talking about the Star that appeared to the Maji. That Star they led from Mesopotamia over to Jerusalem. That Star that King Herod couldn’t see and didn’t know about. So, Herod called ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-15, Luke 2:11

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 3, 2020

This message explores the reasons we have to give God thanks. Our choice to give God thanks should not rest on Him doing something for us - but for what He has already done through His Son and what He continues to do.

Thanksgiving Scripture: Psalm 92:1-4; Psalm 107:8, 15; First Thessalonians 5:18 The title of my message this morning is “Thanksgiving.” This has been a difficult year and some people may be struggling with the idea of being thankful. The Covid-19 pandemic has reaped havoc on the lives of many ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:1-4, Psalm 107:8, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Philippians 4:6-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Destined To Win

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 11, 2016

We are destined to win through Christ’s cross, through Christ’s power, and through our death (Seedthoughts from Bible Hub at: http://biblehub.com/sermons/auth/adeney/victory_and_rest.htm)

HoHum: At the 2002 Winter Olympics, there were five finalist for the Men’s 1000 Meter Speed Skating Race. During the final lap, the American and Chinese were out front with the Canadian and Korean skaters hot on their heels. The Australia trailed behind for last place. They came around the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 11:15-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Always Trust In The Goodness Of God! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 22, 2022

Always trust in the goodness of God! 1. Because He hates injustice. 2. Because He shares in our sorrows. 3. Because He cares about our rest. 4. Because He cares about our other needs too.

Always Trust in the Goodness of God! The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 14:1-14; Mark 6:7-34 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared June 22, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Matthew 14:1-14 reports on the terrible murder of John the Baptist. Herod the Tetrarch had John arrested, thrown into prison, and eventually ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:1-14, Mark 6:7-34

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Strength In Trusting God SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

They that trust in the Lord shall be as mount Zion. Which cannot be removed, but abideth forever. As the mountains are round about Jerusalem, so the Lord is round about his people from henceforth even forever. For the rod of the wicked shall not rest upon the lot of the righteous.

This week's message is titled "Deliverance from the Rod of the Wicked." The Scripture passage for today is Psalm 125:1-3, which says, "Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion, which cannot be shaken but endures forever. As the mountains surround Jerusalem, so the Lord surrounds his people ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 125:1-3

Topics: Trust, Faith, Strength

The Retribution Of God And Combatting Injustice – Retribution Both Swift And Delayed – Part 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 6, 2023

Christians are not to seek retribution or take vengeance. It belongs to God. We look at the vengeance and retribution of God both swift and delayed. We are bound by time but our God is not. All our lives must rest in His hands. Edom will be the main focus.

THE RETRIBUTION OF GOD AND COMBATTING INJUSTICE – RETRIBUTION BOTH SWIFT AND DELAYED – PART 2 This series deals with Justice and Injustice and the vengeance of God, and covers a lot of ground. Today we are going to look at swift and delayed retribution, and the decision rests with the Lord God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:7-40, 2 Kings 2:23, Numbers 20:14, Numbers 20:18, Numbers 20:19-21, Deuteronomy 23:7, Obadiah 1:10-14, Isaiah 34:5-15, Ezekiel 35:1-15, Isaiah 63:1-6, Obadiah 1:18-21, Isaiah 11:12-14, Daniel 11:40-42  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Safe In His Hands

Contributed by Major Stewart on Dec 27, 2025

Safe in His Hands proclaims how God protects His purpose amid danger. Through Matthew 2, this sermon reassures believers that divine calling attracts opposition, but obedient faith rests securely in God’s sovereign covering and purposeful care.

SAFE IN HIS HANDS Text: Matthew 2:13–23 (NIV) Beloved, one of the most comforting and challenging truths in all of Scripture can be summed up in this declaration: What God ordains, God protects. What God purposes, God preserves. What God plans, God guards. We love to talk about the birth of Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

There Is Therefore Series

Contributed by Colin Mcgeer on Nov 20, 2024

Condemnation and guilt often keep many believers in bondage to sin. Unbelief in God's word holds us out of our rest in God. We have died and Christ is now our life and we are forever free from condemnation.

There is Therefore Through certain experiences in my life, I constantly felt guilty and therefore condemned myself. I felt inferior to others and I felt that there were perfect and able people who could be ministers of God. I was not good enough. The very word condemnation means you are written ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1

The Other Side Of The Storm

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 7, 2023

As Christians, we will pass through storms. Sometimes these storms will be violent. Yet, we are assured that when we pass through the storm, Christ will be with us. We shall not be overwhelmed. And on the other side of the storm, all will be at peace.

“On that day, when evening had come, he said to them, ‘Let us go across to the other side.’ And leaving the crowd, they took him with them in the boat, just as he was. And other boats were with him. And a great windstorm arose, and the waves were breaking into the boat, so that the boat was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

In God We Trust

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 24, 2021

“Do not be anxious” about what you will eat and drink. “Do not be anxious” about what you will wear. “Do not be anxious” about tomorrow

It’s so appropriate that all our money has the motto, “In God We Trust.” To understand why it’s there, you have to go all the way back to the Civil War when a Pennsylvania pastor requested the Secretary of the Treasury Salmon P. Chase, place a Christian motto on our currency. Because of this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Living With Godliness And Contentment

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 26, 2025

If we learn to live with godliness and contentment, we will experience peace, divine favour, and an assurance of God’s provision. Our focus should not be on the temporary pleasures of the world but on eternal treasures that come from a life pleasing to God.

LIVING WITH GODLINESS AND CONTENTMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Timothy 6:6 – “But godliness with contentment is great gain.” Supporting Texts: Philippians 4:11-13, Hebrews 13:5, Matthew 6:25-33, Proverbs 15:16, Ecclesiastes 5:10 INTRODUCTION In a world where people constantly chase ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6, Philippians 4:11-13, Hebrews 13:5, Matthew 6:25-33, Proverbs 15:16, Ecclesiastes 5:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

There Are Still Very Large Areas Of Land To Be Taken Over

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jul 19, 2005

No matter how we feel... how old we feel... or whether we feel we can ’rest on our laurels’- God still has a job for us! Land for us to take! And- He can renew our youth to make it possible!

"There are still very large areas of land to be taken over" Joshua 11:16-12:1, 13:1 WBC 17 July 05am The Secret of longevity: (show picture in Pictures folder) A passer-by noticed an old lady sitting on her front step: "I couldn’t help noticing how happy you look! What is the secret for such a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

In The Sinew That Shrank..." By Dr. E. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Aug 4, 2004

The strength of a man consists in finding out the way God is going and going that way! Jacob learned the hard way. Had he followed God without reservation, he may not of walked with a limp for the rest of his life. Let’s examine the story together!

Introduction Going God’s way is not only the best way but the only way! It’s when we look back we say, "I wish I had followed God..." Jacob knew the feeling too well. A person is never what he ought to be until he is doing what he ought to be doing. Jacob was neither. In other words it took a bit ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:31-32

Denomination: Baptist