Sermons on Restoration:

A Willing Spirit Yields A Clean Heart

Contributed by Richelle Smith on May 26, 2018

This sermon speaks of the tragic trash that we accumulate in our hearts when we are no longer willing walk in God's will. This trash leads to a broken relationship with God. The Good News is that God is compassionate and cleanses us.

In 2 Sam. 11, David did not go out to battle as the other kings did during the spring. He should have gone to battle. His heart is not in line with the anointing God placed on him. He shrugs his responsibility as King and does whatever he wanted to do. David allowed the trash of complacency, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

2015: Year Of Renewal

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 29, 2014

Our nation is walking the same road that Israel took centuries ago and lost all their blessings. Therefore it is imperative that the church rises up and takes hold of their responsibility to lead the people in a godly way so that we are renewed.

Opening illustration: A British newspaper reported that a woman had hidden $20,000 worth of jewelry in a plastic bag, hoping to prevent burglars from finding it. Later, having forgotten about it, she accidentally threw the bag out with her garbage. Several workmen searched for 9 hours in a landfill ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:21-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ezra: A First Person Reflection, (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Mark Stepherson on Jan 14, 2017

Ezra reflects on the Exile, the Return, and the Future

Ezra: A First Person Reflection on the Exile, the Return, and the Future (pt 1) Welcome. It’s good to see you! In the 2500 years since I lived on earth, I’ve enjoyed meeting my heroes of the faith. Some, like Barnabas and Stephen lived after I did, but I admired their work. Some, like Job, ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Ezra: A First Person Reflection (Part 2)

Contributed by Mark Stepherson on Jan 20, 2017

Ezra reflects on the Exile, the Return, and the future

WWelcome back. It’s good to see you again. For those who were not here last week, I will introduce myself again. I am Ezra. I am, by vocation, a priest and a scribe, a record keeper. I am also a teacher of the Law. I served the Lord during the Restoration, the most exciting time in our history ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Serving The Lord With Passion

Contributed by Larry Semore on Feb 9, 2017

Many in the Body of Christ have lost their zeal and passion. This is an encouraging and motivating word to inspire and encourage.

Serving the Lord with Passion Text/Scripture: Acts 4:23-31 NKJV, “And being let go, they went to their own companions and reported all that the chief priests and elders had said to them. So when they heard that, they raised their voice to God with one accord and said: "Lord, You are God, who made ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31, Acts 1:6-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Prelude To Grace Sermon Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 28, 2015

God's grace is something we all need more of. This messages sets us up for the launch of our 2015 Summer Sermon Series on GRACE, and all that it means to God and to us.

Prelude to Grace Sermon Series Romans 5:20-21; Genesis 6:8; Exodus 33:17-23 Encourage you to invite one person to church this week … just ONE! Tonight is a prelude to our series on Grace, begins on Sunday morning We will also have two baptisms after the service … A GREAT ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

With Crippled Feet Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Jul 1, 2016

David's heart for God was extended to a man with crippled feet. A picture of the love of Jesus for us.

Last week we talked about David. We have learned that he is only 15 but has been chosen by God to become the next king of Israel. The reason being that he has a heart for God. That meant his very being, innermost person desired to please God above everything else. This same 15-year-old boy ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:3-13

Denomination: Foursquare

The Journey Back To The Father's House

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Oct 4, 2015

Examining the reunion and celebration that will take place when the wayward child returns to the Heavenly Father.

The Journey Back To The Father's House Luke 15:11-24 Listen online at - https://www.facebook.com/Stockdalebaptist or http://www.stockdalebaptist.com/ American novelist Thomas Wolfe wrote a novel that proclaimed You Can’t Go Home Again. The novel was about a an author named George Webber. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Find Your Strength

Contributed by Delishia Davis on Mar 30, 2016

There are times in our lives that are difficult to handle and process through and we need strength! We need strength to endure, strength to press forward, strength to hold on, and sometimes even strength to keep moving in the name of the Lord.

“David was now in serious trouble because his men were very bitter about losing their wives and children, and they began to talk of stoning him. But David found strength in the LORD his God.” (1 Samuel 30:6 NLT) The recorded word of 1 Samuel 30 reveals David in a difficult position of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-6

Denomination: United Methodist

Secret Help For Secret Hurts Series

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Nov 8, 2017

Postsecret is a blog where people share secrets that they have, many are very painful. This is a message about God's secret help for secret hurts.

Secret Help For Secret Hurts PPT 1 Series Title (Secrets of the Heart) Intro: Today I am wrapping up my series on Rest and transitioning to a new series "Secrets of the Heart." During this series I am going to be revealing some secrets people have had for a long time, don't get nervous because ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Purpose Of Church Discipline: An Exposition Of Matthew 18:15-20

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 28, 2020

There is much need for discipline in the Church.

The Purpose of Church Discipline: an Exposition of Matthew 18:15-20 When one looks at the word “discipline” we see the word “discipline.” To be a disciple is to submit one’s self to the discipline of the master. In the church, the Master is Jesus Christ who is mater also of heaven and earth ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20, 1 Corinthians 5:4-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Surprised By Love"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 18, 2015

Jesus is with us, even at rock bottom.

"Surprised By Love" John 21:1-19 Perhaps you read the following in the Upper Room Devotional last Wednesday: "I hit the road with everything I owned packed inside my small car even though the idea of leaving my apartment, job, school, friends, and my comfortable life of sin had paralyzed ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: United Methodist

Peter And Judas

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 31, 2014

To know the differences and similarities of Peter and Judas

I. EXORDIUM: Who do you like best? Peter or Judas? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To know the differences and similarities of Peter and Judas IV. TEXT: Matthew 10:2-4 (Amplified Bible) 10:2 Now these are the names of the twelve apostles (special messengers): first, Simon, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:2-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Worthy Is The Lamb

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Apr 14, 2014

A sermon examining the Lamb of God.

WORTHY IS THE LAMB Revelation 5:1-14 (Antioch Baptist Church: Sunday May 18th, 2025) Some 60 years after His’ death, burial and resurrection, Jesus appeared to His servant John on the Isle of Patmos. John said, “when I saw him, I fell at his feet as dead.” Following this Jesus placed His ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Grace Applied

Contributed by Selwyn Robins on Jun 10, 2013

Having Grace Applied to all areas of our life. In turn, applying Grace to those in our lives.

Grace Applied(Prov 3:34 / I Peter 5:5, 6-11) Prov 3:34..."Surely he scorneth the scorners: but he giveth grace unto the lowly."I Peter 5:5-6..."Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all of you be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-11

Denomination: Charismatic