Sermons on Restraints:

Freedom (Galatians)

Contributed by Laura Martin on Jun 30, 2020

A walk through the book of Galatians. Are you living free – and not as a slave to the law or to sin?

I think freedom is one of the deepest longings of the human heart. Wars have been fought, songs have been sung, philosophies developed – all for the cause of freedom. So it should not surprise us that when Jesus entered into human history — some of his earliest public words in a synagogue came from ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1

God Is Calling, Will You Answer?

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 2, 2022

There are times when we know something is important.

For example: - YOU KNOW WHEN the telephone rings at three in the morning, more than likely someone has an emergency. - YOU KNOW WHEN the sheriff’s department calls, it is important because more than likely your wife was caught speeding again! - YOU KNOW WHEN the boss calls, more than likely it ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10

Denomination: Baptist

Candidates For God's Kingdom

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Apr 14, 2022

In the beatitudes Jesus turns the values of our world upside down.

As we work our way through Luke’s Gospel, we have looked at a string of stories that explain why it was that such a good guy as Jesus had enemies. He hung around with disreputable people. The Pharisees developed a long list of rules for what you can do and can’t do on the Sabbath. But Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:17-26

Why Are You Angry?

Contributed by Doug Houck on Dec 26, 2020

An important factor in mental health is telling ourselves the truth about our rights so we are not angry. The story of Cain is used to introduce Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) a.k.a. Misbelief therapy

INTRODUCTION Genesis 4:1-6 …”Why are you angry?” Now Adam knew Eve his wife, and she conceived and bore Cain, and said, “I have acquired a man from the LORD.” Then she bore again, this time his brother Abel. Now Abel was a keeper of sheep, but Cain was a tiller of the ground. And in the process ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-6, 1 John 3:12, Revelation 22:14, Romans 12:3, Philippians 2:5-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Olivet Discourse - A Serious Look At Matthew 24 And Revelation 6 In Parallel – Part 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 11, 2022

Matthew 24 and Revelation 6 are parallel passages, for both are set in the Tribulation. The Rapture of the Church is not found in Matthew 24. This examination of both chapters draws the parallels. The Tribulation is a most terrible time. Christians won't be in it.

THE OLIVET DISCOURSE - A SERIOUS LOOK AT MATTHEW 24 AND REVELATION 6 IN PARALLEL – PART 2 If you did not read PART 1 of this study, it is important that you do so. It explains what this whole subject is about. The very briefest comment – There is no Rapture teaching in Matthew 24 and 25, and I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-7, Acts 1:3, Matthew 24:3, Revelation 19:1-11, Revelation 4:1, Matthew 24:4-14, Matthew 24:4-5, Revelation 6:1-2, Matthew 24:6-7, Revelation 6:3-4, Matthew 24:7, Revelation 6:5-6, Revelation 6:7-8, Matthew 24:8, Matthew 24:9-12, Revelation 6:9-11, Matthew 5:44, Romans 12:14, Revelation 6:12-17, Matthew 24:27, Matthew 24:29-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

#8 We Believe In The Family Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Sep 18, 2022

The first organization God ordained, even before the church, was that of marriage and the family. All Scripture references are from the NASB.

Just what is it that we believe? Could you tell someone what it is you believe? In past messages we have discussed our believe in God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. We have talked about how we need salvation and cannot save ourselves and that Jesus is the only way. We believe ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:22-25, Ephesians 6:1-4, Deuteronomy 6:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From Jeremiah – Part 8 – National Evils Are Widespread – Murder, Injustice, No Repentance, Delusion Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 25, 2024

The guilty argue with God and there is no repentance. Again God requests that Judah remembers her past devotion and return to the Lord. Idolatry is everywhere and the innocent poor are killed. There is no justice anywhere and delusion is rampant.

LESSONS FROM JEREMIAH – PART 8 – NATIONAL EVILS ARE WIDESPREAD – MURDER, INJUSTICE, NO REPENTANCE, DELUSION PART 8 - Jeremiah 2:29-35 CHAPTER 2 [A]. YOU ARE A CONTENTIOUS PEOPLE BUT YOU HAVE TRANSGRESSED {{Jeremiah 2:29 Why do you CONTEND with Me? You have all TRANSGRESSED against Me,” ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 2:29, Haggai 2:22, Ezekiel 21:27, Jeremiah 2:30, Revelation 6:9-10, Jeremiah 2:31-32, Jeremiah 2:33, 1 Timothy 2:12-15, 2 Corinthians 11:3, Jeremiah 2:34-35, Exodus 22:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding Our Way Home Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 23, 2025

There is more than one lost son in this story.

Title: Finding Our Way Home Intro: There is more than one lost son in this story. Scriptures: Joshua 5:9, Joshua 5:10-12, 1 Corinthians 5:17-21, Luke 15:1-3, Luke 15:11-32. Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers, There is a scene I cannot shake from my mind. A father stands on the edge of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:9, Joshua 5:10-12, Luke 15:1-3, Luke 15:11-32, 2 Corinthians 5:17-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

God Never Tempts Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on May 27, 2023

Practical Living from James - Part 2

God Never Tempts James 1:12-18 May 28, 2023 Have you heard the folk story of Jose Rivera? Jose Rivera was a bandit in southern Texas in the late 1800's. He stole money and jewelry, and the people hired a Texas ranger to track him down, arrest him and return what he stole. Rivera fled to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Israel War & Prophecy 2

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 2, 2024

The Gaza Oct. 7, 2023 invasion has spread to Syria & Lebanon, and now has become a direct confrontation with Iran. Where is this war going? What does scripture reveal about God's purposes? What's the next step in the prophetic puzzle?

THE ISRAEL WAR & PROPHECY 2 Zech. 12:2-3 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. The Tampa Bay (Florida) Tribune reported that Rev. McDonald "gave one of the world's shortest sermons on Sunday. He announced that the focus of his talk would be on sin. 'Don't do it,' he said from the ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 12:2-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sorry Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 13, 2023

To be sorry means "I am filled with sorrow." What can the Pharisee and the Tax Collector teach us about the value of being "filled with sorrow" before our God?

A woman told about a conversation that she’d had with her 4-year-old son after they’d gotten out of their Bible Studies one night. She said: “My son and I were WALKING to our car, and he said to me, ‘Mom, I’m not going to sin anymore.’” I got to wondering this, so I asked him why he said that, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Idols

Contributed by Je Layugan on Oct 17, 2023

Everyone is a fan of something or someone, but we must exercise caution and be mindful of the dangers of idolatry. Because a simple admiration or desire can turn into idolatry. Idolatry is often a good thing that becomes a god thing. That will eventually create a barrier between us and God.

To become a fan is generally fine. “Everyone is a fan of something or someone, but we must exercise caution and be mindful of the dangers of idolatry. Because a simple admiration or desire can turn into idolatry. Idolatry is often a good thing that becomes a "god thing". That will ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-35, 1 Corinthians 10:14, 1 Corinthians 10:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do You Have A Supersized God?

Contributed by John Gaston on May 3, 2025

No man/woman lives beyond their vision. The bigger your vision, the greater your potential. God wants to raise our expectation level about what He will do, but that requires you get a bigger vision of God Himself!

DO YOU HAVE A SUPERSIZED GOD? Isa. 40:12 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: A HAIR CUT LESSON 1. A man went to a barbershop to have his hair cut and his beard trimmed. The man & the barber talked about various subjects. 2. When they eventually touched on the subject of God, the barber said, "I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"finding God's Presence In Your Suffering."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Sep 29, 2025

As we journey through life, we inevitably encounter moments of pain, heartbreak, and struggles. Yet, what if these experiences, far from being signs of God's absence, are actually evidence of His deep presence and transformative power, that can lead us to a brighter future.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (1 Peter 4:12-13) [12] Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: [13] But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ's ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-13, James 1:2-4, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Power Shifts - How Can We Multiply The Harvest? Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

"Power Shifts" is a sermon series that explores the reasons behind the church's failure to fulfill the Great Commission, and offers strategies for personal transformation to help multiply the global Christian harvest.

Mission work is at the heart of God. God wants every people group and person to hear about a heavenly Father who loves them and sent His son to die for them. The church is God’s agent to accomplish this goal. The only way this can happen is for the church and individuals to obey the Great ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:36-40, Matthew 28:19-20

Topics: Mission Work, Great Commission, Power Shifts

Sermon Series: Power Shifts