Sermons on Ridge:

Wise Dads

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on May 6, 2013

Wise dads know how to lean on God, lead their family, and to give them love.

Wise Dads Dorn Ridge June 17, 2012 (Portions of this message are based on an article of same name by Shawn McMullen in The Lookout June 21, 2009) Father’s Day reminds me of many things for which I'm thankful. I'm thankful for a heavenly Father who loves and cares for me. I'm thankful for an ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Doubt Breeds Confusion, We Trusted...

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 15, 2021

Is it possible to so accept the negative news that we can be walking with the son of God and not even know it? We trusted, ed makes past tense...

DOUBT BREEDS CONFUSION… WE TRUSTED? PAST TENSE… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TWO MEN ACCEPT THE NEGATION NEWS OF THE CRUCIFICTION… WHAT CAN NEGATIVE NEWS DO TO ONE’S FAITH? LET US WALK TOGETHER ABOUT 7 TO 8 MILES… 5 HOURS OF WALKING… WALKING WITH THE SON OF GOD… Luke 24:13 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-21, Mark 9:23-24, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Departure From The Faith (Full) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Apr 14, 2017

To establish that the Holy Spirit predicted a “departure from the faith” that resulted in religious apostasy and the rise of denominational institutions throughout the world. This lesson describes the failures of the Reformation Movement and the successes of the Restoration Movement.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Retraction Movement 2. The Reformation Movement 3. The Restoration Movement Remarks. 1. In this lesson we will be discussing the theme: “The Departure from the Faith.” It should be noted that Paul begins our lesson describing “the retraction movement” or “the departure ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:3-12, 1 Timothy 4:1-5, 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Church At Sardis

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 30, 2016

When John wrote his letter to Sardis, it was wealthy but degenerate, and it was experiencing spiritual death. Despite its reputation for being alive, Sardis was infested with sin. The church’s deeds were evil, and its clothes were soiled.

By: Tom Lowe Date: 6-5-2015 Lesson 9: The Church at Sardis (3:1-6) Revelation 3:1-6 (NIV) 1 “To the angel of the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Fly High - Acts Part 8 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 27, 2006

The book of Acts showed that Jesus used ordinary men like Peter who were filled with the Spirit to heal people and even raise people from the dead so that “Power evangelism” would break out and lead multitudes to the Lord.

“Fly High” – Acts part 8 On the lighter side of life: It’s all in how you see yourself (picture) Thesis: The book of Acts showed that Jesus used ordinary men like Peter who were filled with the Spirit to heal people and even raise people from the dead so that “Power evangelism” would break out ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is God Real? Series

Contributed by Hal Seed on Aug 2, 2007

This sermon is from week 1 of The God Questions Campaign. Using a Pepsi can, hula hoop, and banana, it answers the question, "Is God Real?"

[This sermon is contributed by Hal Seed of New Song Church in Oceanside, California and of www.PastorMentor.com. Hal is the author of numerous books including The God Questions and The Bible Questions. If you are interested in The Bible Questions Church-wide Campaign, please visit and watch Hal’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1

Denomination: Baptist

Calling On The Name Of The Lord Without Legalism Series

Contributed by Gregory Norton on Dec 1, 2011

‘We believe that salvation is for everyone who calls on the name of the Lord.’

Introduction: Earlier, I preached a sermon on calling on the name of the Lord for conversion without the ‘means’ of water baptism. Then, I preached another sermon on calling on the name of the Lord without a specific required sign of evidence for salvation. Much earlier in ministry, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:8-13

Denomination: Methodist

The Sobering Standards Of Spiritual Success

Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Aug 20, 2010

Success is so many things to so many people, but the Bible tells us what Success really is.

SOBERING STANDARDS FOR SPIRITUAL SUCCESS (ALL my sermons use illustrations from sermoncentral.com and all scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted) All of us want to be successful, but first one must understand what success is. Webster’s defines success 1. Favorable or desired outcome, 2. The ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God With Us - Hope Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Dec 8, 2015

We learn from the words of Isaiah to Ahaz that we need to adjust our focus, anchor our faith and anticipate our future.

GOD WITH US – HOPE Years ago a submarine was rammed by another ship and quickly it sank to the bottom of the ocean. The entire crew was trapped inside that submarine. Many boats rushed to the disaster, but no one really knew what the submarine crew went through in those few hours ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:7-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

How To See More Victories For The Cause Of Christ Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 14, 2018

1. We must speak boldly (vs. 8). (How? - With confidence in the Lord and concern for the lost.) 2. We must speak reasonably (vs. 8-9). 3. We must speak persuasively (vs. 8). 4. We must speak persistently (vs. 9-10).

How to See More Victories for the Cause of Christ The Book of Acts - Part 67 Acts 19:8-10 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Revised July 14, 2018 BACKGROUND: *Remember that here in Acts 19, Paul was on his third missionary journey. His team was reaching many people in the city of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Learning Humble Dependence Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 16, 2016

This sermon is based on Chapter 5 of Charles Swindoll's book, Paul: A Man of Grace and Grit. It follows the events of Paul's life in Acts 9:20-31.

Introduction: A. A certain Boy Scout master was determined that his Scouts would be ready for the next Court of Honor. 1. So he ordered that each of them be ready to report about a good deed they had done before the next meeting. 2. When they gathered at the next meeting, the Scout master asked the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:20-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

By My Spirit

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Feb 10, 2012

The church must have the power of the Holy Spirit, the breath of God, in order to live.

February 12, 2012 Morning Worship Text: Ezekiel 37:1-14 Subject: Revival Title: By My Spirit I have heard about it since I have been a Christian. I keep expecting to see it full blown. I don’t know what it is going to look like but when it happens I will know it. I’m talking about ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The History Of Israel In Prophecy…jesus Is Coming…

Contributed by Ricky Taylor on Dec 13, 2014

When we understand the history of Israel, we realize we are in the last days...

THE HISTORY OF ISRAEL IN PROPHECY…JESUS IS COMING… Israel is a nation built on a promise God gave to Abraham 4,000 years ago. God made an everlasting covenant with Abraham. His promise was both physical and spiritual. Physical, because God promised Abraham he would have children, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 132:13-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

We Can Trust In The Lord

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 12, 2015

Trust in Jesus: 1. Because He came to destroy Satan. 2. Because He came to deliver sinners. 3. Because He came to defend the saints.

We Can Trust In the Lord Hebrews 2:14-18 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - August 24, 2014 *I don't know how much faith you have right now, but I know God wants you to have more. God wants us to have bigger, growing faith in Him. He even wants us to have great faith in the Lord. We ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Called Together, Called To Discipleship!

Contributed by K. Heath Mcdougal-Deans on Jan 26, 2020

Disciple, follower, or both? Discerning your call to discipleship. Discipleship is becoming. Discipleship is showing up.

Then Jesus took his disciples up the mountain and gathering them around, He taught them saying: BLESSED ARE THE POOR IN SPIRIT, FOR THEIRS IS THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN. BLESSED ARE THE MEEK. BLESSED ARE THEY THAT MOURN. BLESSED ARE THE MERCIFUL. BLESSED ARE THEY WHO THIRST FOR JUSTICE. BLESSED ARE YOU ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23, Acts 9:1-9, Acts 9:13-19, Acts 9:21-22

Denomination: Other