Sermons on restraint:

New Church Policies

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 18, 2019

A study in the book of Jeremiah 16: 1 – 21

Jeremiah 16: 1 – 21 New church policies 1 The word of the LORD also came to me, saying, 2 “You shall not take a wife, nor shall you have sons or daughters in this place.” 3 For thus says the LORD concerning the sons and daughters who are born in this place, and concerning their mothers who bore ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 16:16

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Beautiful Inside And Out Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 12, 2015

A study of the book of Ester chapter 2 verses 1 through 23

Ester 2: 1 – 23 Beautiful Inside And Out 1 After these things, when the wrath of King Ahasuerus subsided, he remembered Vashti, what she had done, and what had been decreed against her. 2 Then the king’s servants who attended him said: “Let beautiful young virgins be sought for ...read more

Scripture: Esther 2:1-23

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Hope At The Graveside Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

Four hopeful truths about what happens when a Christian dies.

INTRODUCTION We’re coming to a passage of scripture that is one of my favorites in the entire Bible. It is the most important section of the Bible that gives us details about the second coming of Jesus. We’re going to camp out here in this passage for the next few weeks. June 30: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Claim The Name Series

Contributed by Tim Pollock on Aug 20, 2015

Many Christians live unhappy, fruitless, worried and negative lives. But God’s plan is exactly opposite, He wants His children not just to achieve victory, but LIVE in it! Scripture provides 3 keys to winning in life.

# 2 CLAIMING THE NAME There are unseen, evil forces that are constantly around us. And while they are unseen they are certainly not unreal. The devil, our own flesh and the world, are constantly trying to steal away any contentment there is. There's an orchestrated, a 6000 year-old conspiracy by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:45

Denomination: Baptist

Defusing Anger Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 23, 2015

This is # 3 in the Sermon Series - dealing with the issue of Anger - using Scripture and the S. T. O. P. method

Scripture: 1 Samuel 25:1-35; Ephesians 4:17-32 Sermon Series - Caring for God's People Sermon # 3 - Defusing the Anger Bomb - S. T. O. P. INTRO: Good morning! I am so glad that you are here today! Radio personality, Dawson McAllister has spend the majority of adult life seeking ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: Nazarene

Psalm 10 - A Prayer For Justice Against The Wicked Series

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 1, 2015

This psalm is one that deals with the matter of the unrighteous wicked who often usurp their control over the righteous. It directs us toward effective prayer in these matters.

A PRAYER FOR JUSTICE AGAINST THE WICKED TEXT: Psalm 10:1-18 Psalms 10:1-18 KJV Why standest thou afar off, O LORD? why hidest thou thyself in times of trouble? [2] The wicked in his pride doth persecute the poor: let them be taken in the devices that they have imagined. [3] For the wicked ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 10:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Perfectly Accepted By Our God- Part A Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 19, 2015

A study of the book of Hebrews 10: 1 – 18

Hebrews 10: 1 – 18 Perfectly Accepted By Our God- Part A 1 For the law, having a shadow of the good things to come, and not the very image of the things, can never with these same sacrifices, which they offer continually year by year, make those who approach perfect. 2 For then would they ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-18

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

True Love 2 -3 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 9, 2018

Message 28 in our journey through John's gospel expanding the admonition to love one another. This message supplements the command by looking more closely at 1 Corinthians 13.

A comparison of our love with the love of Jesus revealed in 1 Corinthians 13 Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Genuine Love” John 13 begins a series of vital lessons Jesus taught his disciples during the last week of his ministry on earth. Nearly every principle necessary to become ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Fetching The Ark

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jun 6, 2018

In Eli's day, Israel was in a low spiritual state. When they lost a battle with the Philistines, Instead of repenting and reentering the battle with God's favor, they used the Ark of the Covenant as a magical box to defeat their enemy. Didn't work!!!

Richard Tow 4.21.18 Background: Our story this morning begins with two children who grew up in a pastor’s home. These boys were born into a long line of preachers. They grew up hearing about the Lord every day of their lives. In fact, when they were grown they too went into full-time ministry. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 6:6-7

Denomination: Charismatic

Where Bad Things Come From Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Aug 2, 2016

The heart of the problem is the problem of the heart.

Where Bad Stuff Comes From Mark 7:14-23 Rev. Brian Bill July 30-31, 2016 Haddon Robinson, who arguably has written the best book on preaching called, Biblical Preaching, once told a group of young preachers, “When you stand up to preach, people are bored…and they expect you to make it ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:14-23

Denomination: Baptist

Revelation Of The Sin Of Good People Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 6, 2018

The judgment of God is inescapable on those who condemn others for the very sins they practice themselves. Their capacity to judge others does not absolve them from guilt. In fact, it increases their own condemnation.

(7) Revelation of the Sin of Good People Romans 2:1-16 1 Therefore you are inexcusable, O man, whoever you are who judge, for in whatever you judge another you condemn yourself; for you who judge practice the same things. Therefore you are inexcusable, O man, whoever you are who judge. In the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Lamb And The 144,000 On Mount Zion Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 4, 2017

This is the illustrious company of the 144,000 from the twelve tribes of Israel, who are sealed (Revelation 7). These sealed ones have been preserved unharmed throughout the great tribulation, despite the rage of the dragon and the beast.

Lesson: IV.A.4: The Lamb and the 144,000 on Mount Zion (Revelation 14:1-5) Series: Verse By Verse Through Revelation ? Revelation 14:1-5 (KJV) ? 1 And I looked, and, lo, a Lamb stood on the mount Sion, and with him an hundred forty and four thousand, having his Father's name written in their ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Problems Keep Piling Up

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 13, 2018

A study in the book of 1 Samuel 22: 1 – 23

1 Samuel 22: 1 – 23 The problems keep piling up 22 David therefore departed from there and escaped to the cave of Adullam. So when his brothers and all his father’s house heard it, they went down there to him. 2 And everyone who was in distress, everyone who was in debt, and everyone who was ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

And The Winner Is...esther! Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 8, 2013

In this sermon, we consider the part of the story of Esther where she enters the contest and wins the kings heart and the crown. For application, we wrestle with the questions: Where were the parents and was Esther always godly?

Introduction: A. The story is told of a man who after being away on a business trip, thought it would be nice to bring a little gift home to his wife. 1. The man went into a store and asked the clerk, “Can you recommend some perfume as a gift for my wife?” 2. The clerk showed him a ...read more

Scripture: Esther 2:2-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Antichrists- Part 1

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Aug 3, 2020

The Bible teaches that when the Antichrist comes in the end times, he will try to be the Christ that men are looking for.

First John 2:18-27 contrasts Christians with Antichrists. Verse 18 says, "Ye have heard that Antichrist shall come, even now are there many Antichrists, by which we know that it is the last time." That verse introduces a term that is very familiar to Christians: Antichrists. This is the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible