Sermons on Ridicule:

How Are You Building Your House?

Contributed by Ryan Pate on Aug 31, 2007

Understand that in order to stand firm, you first have to have a strong foundation.

There is a distinction between the two foundations that Jesus tells us about in Matthew 7: 24-29, by which he used a parable describing that there is only one way to get to heaven. It’s funny to me to also note that a similar story that we are all aware of tells the same story; The Three little ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Bringing His Presence Back To The Temple.

Contributed by Jerry Thorpe on May 1, 2008

The devil is out to steal away our relationship with Jesus just like the Philistines stole away the Ark from the Israelites. He has stolen revival. He has stolen our joy, peace and happiness. But, all of these can be replaced by getting back into the

Text: 2 Samuel 6 Intro: The Most exciting place in the world is the presence of the almighty God. In 1 Samuel chapter six we find that the Philistines had captured the Ark of the Covenant from the children of Israel. The Ark is symbolic of the presence of God with Israel. Jesus is God with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-16

Denomination: Church Of God

"What's So Amazing About Grace?"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Apr 17, 2008

Two points: What the prodigal son expected: disgrace. What the prodigal son received: grace!

Title: “What is so Amazing about Grace?” Introduction: What is grace? I sang the song, "When God Ran," in Church on Sunday morning. Here are some of its’ words: Then he ran to me. He took me in his arms, held my head to his chest, said “My Son’s come home again!” He lifted my face, wiped ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

A Man Of Passion Series

Contributed by Herbert Armstrong Bosantog on Nov 5, 2012

Passion: An intense, extreme, strong & overpowering emotion & feeling. The object of such enthusiasm.  What is the object of your enthusiasm? It must be to Glorify God. Amen!]  You need to have the HUNGER and the DESIRE so that you wil

II. A MAN OF PASSION. Passion: An intense, extreme, strong & overpowering emotion & feeling. The object of such enthusiasm.  What is the object of your enthusiasm? It must be to Glorify God. Amen!]  You need to have the HUNGER and the DESIRE so that you will be on FIRE! The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:32-35

Denomination: *other

Confronting Jesus? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Mar 7, 2017

Do we question Jesus?

We had been learning from the Gospel of Mark. Although we are currently in the middle of Chapter 6, we will look at the beginning of Mark 7 this morning in preparation for Communion. We will come back to Chapter 6 next week. Please open your Bibles to Mark 7….. We have noted in earlier chapters of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Elasticity Power

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 11, 2018

? How does one comprehend the ways of God when things nose-dive even after your commitment , determination and obedience to God? My answer would be: “God works out things with the perspective of eternal glory and long term benefits.”

Elasticity power Exodus 4:28”Moses told Aaron all the words of the LORD with which He had sent him, and all the signs that He had commanded him to do.” So what happens when you have a magnificent encounter with God or you receive a profound prophecy regarding your assignment, which you know in ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Church Seems Like A Fly-By-Night Operation Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 27, 2020

It's easy to look at your local church and be underwhelmed by what you see. Jesus' words here point us toward a higher vision of the Kingdom that He is inaugurating.

AMATEUR HOUR: Sometimes the church can seem like a fly-by-night operation. - We all have stories of churches behaving poorly. We all have stories of churches who were laughably bad at what they were doing. - I remember as a young Christian being preached at by my pastor that we should bring our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

An Outline For Jeremiah’s Unusual Purchases Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Oct 18, 2021

This outline summarizes each of Jeremiah's three unusual purchases. The outline could be used for a single message or Bible study on various topics.

Introduction: Jeremiah delivered some of the last messages God ever gave to the nation of Judah, the southern kingdom. God also told him to make at least three unusual purchases which also gave object lessons to the nation. The first was a linen waistband, the second was a jar of clay, and the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 13:1-11, Jeremiah 19:1-15, Jeremiah 32:6-15

Denomination: Baptist

Unwavering Belief SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Every one of us is going to face something in our life that will shake our faith to its foundation. We are currently in the business of building up our faith to its greatest strength.

Each one of us will face challenges in life that will test our faith to its core. These trials may come in the form of loss, doubt, disappointment, betrayal, or discouragement. It is crucial that we build up our faith to its greatest strength, preparing ourselves for the day we need it the most. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:1-10

Topics: Faith

Comparing Factual And Fake Faith

Contributed by Edison Jay Sanz on Nov 22, 2024

James explained the nature of genuine faith by contrasting to faith without works.

I. Having HEAD Faith Only 1. In regard to the DESTITUTE a. The RELIGIOSITY *verse 14-16, (the WELL WISHING but without action for one's WELFARE) "What good is it, my brothers, if a man claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save him? Suppose a brother or sister is without ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

Madness Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Sep 9, 2024

Since America and the world have continued to reject the true and living God and His Word—the Holy Bible—God’s protective presence is being withdrawn.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN PEOPLE REJECT GOD - Since America and the world have continued to reject the true and living God and His Word—the Holy Bible—God’s protective presence is being withdrawn. Just as the Lord’s protective presence withdrew from the nation of Israel as described in the book of Ezekiel, ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 10:18, Romans 5:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Call To Recommitment.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 16, 2024

"Choose you this day" (Joshua 24:15).

A CALL TO RECOMMITMENT. Joshua 24:14-25. Joshua gathered all the tribes of Israel to Shechem, descendants of both Abraham and Jacob, and there they presented themselves before the LORD (cf. Joshua 24:1). Joshua recited the history of the dealings of the LORD with their nation thus far: ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Understanding And Overcoming Household Witchcraft Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 8, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the causes, effects, and signs of household witchcraft, as well as biblical strategies for overcoming it.

Household witchcraft refers to the subtle and often hidden forms of manipulation, control, and destruction that can occur within families or close relationships. This phenomenon can manifest through various behaviors, including jealousy, envy, criticism, and betrayal. In this sermon, we will ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:26, 2 Corinthians 11:3

Power Of Communion Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Aug 20, 2001

Where the power of communion comes from

August 19, 2001 The Power of Communion Some of the most dangerous things in life are things that don’t look dangerous. Take for instance a cigarette lighter. When my brother was young, he was enamored by the orange glow that it would make when it was pushed in. So one day, while my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-28

Denomination: Lutheran

If Rock Could Talk Part 1

Contributed by Steven Pace on Aug 14, 2002

What if rock of the old testament could talk what would they say? This sermon looks at the significant of rocks in the Old Testament... I think you will like it

If Rock Could Talk Part 1 Luke 19:40-40 If Rocks Could Talk Part 1 Luke 19:40 A new year brings many thoughts to my mind. As we close in on the end of 2003 I started thinking about the verse and wondering, “If the stones of the bible could cry out what would they say? So today’s message I have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:40, Nehemiah 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist