Sermons on Restraints:

Pleading For Sodom

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 10, 2009

As Christians, we are responsible to pray for wicked people. Though their actions invoke divine censure, our responsibility is to pray for God’s glory through turning the wicked to righteousness.

“The men set out from [the oaks of Mamre where Abraham had set up his tent], and they looked down toward Sodom. And Abraham went with them to set them on their way. The Lord said, ‘Shall I hide from Abraham what I am about to do, seeing that Abraham shall surely become a great and mighty nation, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:16-33

Denomination: Baptist

The Master's Men: Peter Series

Contributed by Robert Warren on Jul 15, 2010

This sermon series looks at the apostles of Jesus; this particular sermon focuses on Peter.

The Apostle Peter Matthew 10:2a July 11th, 2010 If you’ve ever gone into a fancy church you’ve probably seen pictures or statues of the Apostles. Growing up in Germany there were beautiful cathedrals all over the place: you couldn’t throw a rock without hitting a huge, ancient ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

He Is Able Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 28, 2015

In the darkest times, God is prepared to accomplish great things to the praise of His glory. He is able.

“I am not ashamed, for I know whom I have believed, and I am convinced that he is able to guard until that Day what has been entrusted to me.” [1] Unapologetically, the message today is meant for Christians—followers of Christ the Lord. This is appropriate since the text was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:12

Denomination: Baptist

What The New Year Holds Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 29, 2017

The desperate times in which we live provides some of the greatest opportunities to advance the Faith. Now is the time for the faithful to seize the initiative and push back against the night.

“I am not ashamed, for I know whom I have believed, and I am convinced that he is able to guard until that day what has been entrusted to me.” [1] “X-rays will prove to be a hoax!” So said Lord Kelvin, president of the Royal Society, in 1883. “Louis Pasteur’s theory of germs is ridiculous ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Psalms Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Thomas Fortini on Dec 7, 2020

Hymns, holiday music are a big part of Christmas, but the greatest Christmas songs were written long before Christ's birth!

Intro: Among many things, holiday music, and hymns are a big part of the Christmas season and celebration! Why is that? As one music aficionado put it: There’s something about “that Christmas feeling” that words can’t describe, but the music can capture. There’s a feeling associated with the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-11

Lessons On Jude Part 4 Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 27, 2018

They left their own habitation (in heaven). This seems to imply that they had invaded the territory of others, and attempted to seize control of it. They lived in heaven; all bright and glorious, as opposed to the "darkness" to which they now are doomed.

Part 4 (2/27/18) But left their own habitation (in heaven). This seems to imply that they had invaded the territory and responsibility of others, and attempted to seize control of it. They lived in heaven; all bright and glorious, as opposed to the "darkness" to which they now are doomed. Their ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:7-9

Denomination: Baptist

Hope In God! - 1 Peter 1:13 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Nov 29, 2024

Hope is when you turn your attention from some small bad news to some big good news. It is central to the Christian life and it is a Christian duty (with grace comes responsibility). But it is hard to do.

1 Peter 1:13 Therefore, prepare your minds for action; be self-controlled; set your hope fully on the grace to be given you when Jesus Christ is revealed. 14 As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. 15 But just as he who called you is holy, so be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13

When The Bottom Drops Out Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 20, 2024

Even the righteous suffer when judgement is poured out on the nation. God's people are what holds back judgement at this time.

“How the gold has grown dim, how the pure gold is changed! The holy stones lie scattered at the head of every street. “The precious sons of Zion, worth their weight in fine gold, how they are regarded as earthen pots, the work of a potter’s hands!” [LAMENTATIONS 4:1-2] [1] What a dramatic ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Message Behind The Tower Of Babel Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Jan 6, 2001

The Tower of Babel is not merely an explanation of language changes, but there are four key areas we learn from this account that applies to our Christian culture today.

Tower of Babel Genesis 11: 1 Now the whole earth had one language and one speech. 2 And it came to pass, as they journeyed from the east, that they found a plain in the land of Shinar, and they dwelt there. 3 Then they said to one another, "Come, let us make bricks and bake them thoroughly." They ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9, John 12:24-26

Denomination: Baptist

Because Your Enemy Has Said

Contributed by Scott Voss on Jan 11, 2001

When the devil spews his venom, get ready to prevail!

Because Your Enemy Has Said... Pastor Scott Voss New Life Christian Center Rector, Arkansas Ezekiel 36:1 Also, thou son of man, prophesy unto the mountains of Israel, and say, Ye mountains of Israel, hear the word of the LORD: 2 Thus saith the Lord GOD; Because the enemy hath said against ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Know Where You Live

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Nov 25, 2000

This sermon is about living in mainstream society without compromising our faith and values.

"I Know Where You Live" (Revelation 2:13-17) -Rev. A. L. Torrence, Pastor of Cross of Life Lutheran Church The Revelation of John, or the Apocalypse as it is called in Greek unveils to God’s people the hidden things only known to God. It depicts the end of our present age and beginning of a new ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:13-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Embrace The Triangle Of Mediocrity Series

Contributed by Rob Short on Mar 18, 2001

The third in the series. About not taking risks or chances. Not having faith/trusting in God. Being crippled by fear. Something like that.

The Seven Habits of Highly Ineffective Christians (3) Embrace the Triangle of Mediocrity Cardiff Heights Baptist Church 16 January 2000 Summer is one of my favourite TV watching times of the year. With all the tennis and cricket it is very easy to be wholeheartedly mediocre. But there was a ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

When A Right May Be Wrong

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Sep 12, 2005

Paul tells how he gave up his right of material support for the sake of the gospel.

In chapter 8 Paul told the Corinthians that they should not to eat in the pagan temples. (That was a common practice in Corinth. Eating in a temple was sort of like going to a restaurant today.) One thing Paul knows about the Corinthians is that many of them are questioning whether he is a real ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Patience Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jun 2, 2005

The Fruit of The Spirit (Part 5) What is patience? The picture of patience. The purpose of patience. The practical practice of patience. Find sermon at www.praiseag.org

PATIENCE The Fruit of The Spirit (Part 5) Galatians 5:22-23 • Galatians 5:16-25 (NIV) [22] But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, [23] gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. INTRODUCTION: The annual cost of people ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Dui: Dying Under The Influence [alcohol / Social Drinking / Wine] Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 3, 2005

America’s #1 Drug & #1 Killer. A Biblical look at God’s mind on alcohol, inc. Heb./Greek study. You can vote against the sermon, but you can’t argue with God! DESCRIPTION of Alcohol, DESTRUCTION, DECEPTION...and DELIVERANCE! PowerPoint at website.

DUI: Dying Under the Influence Prov. 23:29-35 We have a drug problem in the U.S. We could talk about: cocaine, marijuana, meth, or heroine. America’s #1 problem drug is not any of these illegal substances, But a legal drug called ALCOHOL. [In the Bible: "Alcohol" represents all of the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:29-35

Denomination: Baptist