Sermons on Right Direction:

National Condemnation And A Course Correction (Isaiah 5:20-21)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jun 1, 2024

Isaiah confronted the nation of Judah for its spiritual depravity and worldviews that turned the nation into a complete disaster with no concept of right and wrong. The LORD called Isaiah as His chosen vessel to warn Judah and call them back to God.

"Woe to those who call evil good, and good evil, who substitute darkness for light and light for darkness, who substitute bitter for sweet and sweet for bitter! Woe to those who are wise in their own eyes and clever in their own sight!" - Isaiah 5:20-21, NASB. In these two verses, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 21:25, Romans 1:18-22, Isaiah 5:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Joy In The Presence Of The Lord

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jun 23, 2018

Evangelist Billy Graham was asked what he loved most of the many years of ministry God gave him? His answer without hesitation was the fellowship he had with Jesus, to sense His presence, to receive some of His wisdom and to have Him guide and direct him.

JOY IN THE PRSENCE OF THE LORD! Phl 3:8 NKJV Yet indeed I also count all things loss for the excellence of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord, for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and count them as rubbish, that I may gain Christ. Evangelist Billy Graham was asked what he loved most ...read more

The Blessing Of Embracing The Truth

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jul 8, 2021

Winston Churchill once said, “Men occasionally stumble over the truth, but most pick themselves up and hurry off as if nothing had happened.” But how we respond to truth determines the direction of our lives. It will determine the quality of our lives and the destiny of our eternal soul.

We have experienced the first miracle of Jesus at Cana of Galilee, where water was turned into wine, then we moved to the first ministry of Jesus at Jerusalem. Jesus was interviewed by Nicodemus concerning Who he really was. Nicodemus represented the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-30, John 8:31-32

Denomination: Methodist

Too Angry To Dance Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Aug 22, 2005

Message 1 of 6 on Emotions. Anger. Maybe Snoopy was right: To live is to dance! To dance is to live! Maybe we’d all live a lot more gracefully if we realized that it’s all a dance.

Learning to Dance Every Day To Live is to Dance Maybe Snoopy was right: To live is to dance! To dance is to live! Maybe we’d all live a lot more gracefully if we realized that it’s all a dance. Managing your emotions is an important part of learning to live the abundant life that Jesus wants ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Encourage Yourself

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Oct 18, 2004

We shall steer safely through every storm, so long as our heart is right, our intention fervent, our courage steadfast and our trust fixed on God.

1Samuel 30: 1-8:“And it came to pass, when David and his men were come to Ziklag on the third day, that the Amalekites had invaded the south, and Ziklag, and smitten Ziklag, and burned it with fire. And had taken the women captives, that were therein: they slew not any, either great or small, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

He Put It There For A Reason

Contributed by Juan Lane on Jul 28, 2005

There are many things in our life right now that seem life threating but if we take a second look we may realize that God put it there and he has put it there for a reason

He Put It There For A Reason Scripture Reference: Exodus 14:1-3 (KJV) Exodus 14:1 And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, 2 Speak unto the children of Israel, that they turn and encamp before Pihahiroth, between Migdol and the sea, over against Baalzephon: before it shall ye encamp by the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why We Use The Kjv [king James Version]

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004

Scholarly, tactful presentation for those who understand the importance of starting with the right Greek text in the first place...good source mat’l for you. Link inc. to audio presentation.

Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html audio at: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/KJV.html The Bible / Versions / God’s Promise: A test: (count how many you remember and then I’ll tell you how old you are!) 1. Candy cigarettes 2. Wax ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Backsliders Favorite Verse

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Sep 8, 2003

Matthew 7:1 is probably the most quoted verse and least understood verses of the Bible. In this message we will learn three wrong motives for judging others, and three right motives.

Mat 7:1 Judge not, that ye be not judged. 2 For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again. 3 And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother’s eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye? 4 Or how ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Temptations Americans Face

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Feb 20, 2001

May I dare to be a prophet today? There is so much that is right in our land, but allow me for a moment to look at the other side - at 3 temptations that I think Americans are facing.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Revised: 2021) TEXT: Acts 7:51-52; Luke 13:34 Feelings of patriotism tend to flow rather freely at this time of the year. When we sing the "Star Spangled Banner," or hear a choir sing about America & the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:34, Acts 7:51-52

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You're In The Hands Of The Heavenly Potter!

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 28, 2005

You’re in the Hands of the Heavenly Potter! Yield to him: 1) He has the power to squash; 2) He has the right to squish; 3) He has the grace to squelch

“You’re in good hands with Allstate.” So declares a popular insurance company. I wonder if Allstate clients would agree with their insurance company’s motto? For example has every Allstate client in the Gulf states received compensation for their houses and cars destroyed by the recent hurricanes, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Staying "In The Zone!"

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Mar 11, 2006

This is a sermon that was done right after a Revival meeting to help us stay on the Spiritual High. Although there are references to the Revival, the basic priciples can be applied in our everyday walk with Christ.

Staying in the ZONE! Philippians 3:12-14 A young girl became a Christian in an exciting revival at her church and was baptized the closing Sunday morning. That afternoon she ran through the house singing and dancing. Her sour grandfather rebuked her with these words, “You ought to be ashamed of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: *other

Love Is...all About Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Oct 10, 2006

Love is built on trust and sacrifice. When we lay down our rights and put our spouses first, we will see the true beauty of marriage in all of its fullness.

Love is… All About Sacrifice Ephesians 5:22-33 Ephesians 5:22 (HCSB) Wives submit to your own husbands as to the Lord In the Same Manner  “As to the Lord  Honor  Love  Respect  A familiar concept  As a Christian should be second nature Ephesians ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Witness Of Forgiveness

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 30, 2006

Sometimes even the best of Christians may be faced with a particular circumstance, and they will decide (for themselves) what is right and what is wrong. Actually, without even talking to God about it.

WITNESSES OF FORGIVENESS This morning I want to talk about obedience in being a Christian. Sometimes even the best of Christians may be faced with a particular circumstance, and they will decide (for themselves) what is right and what is wrong. Actually, without even talking to God about ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:27-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Aren't You Hungry? Series

Contributed by Tanya Alkhaliq on Dec 23, 2006

Aren’t you tired of living a mediocre experience? This sermon focuses on taking your hunger and putting it in the right place...Getting God to Manifest His Presence in your life!

Aren’t You Hungry… This is the first teaching of the series entitled “Do You REALLY Want Him?” Giving all Glory and Honor unto the one who all Glory belongs; I would simply like to begin by saying THANK YOU GOD! Thank You for affording me the time and opportunity to seek after your presence and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lost Sheep & Prayer

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Jun 14, 2006

Right now the Holy Spirit is touching someone I can guarantee that! Why not take five minutes now to pray for someone you know who needs Jesus.

I have been moved by the Lord to share some amazing ways that He has reached down and touched some people I know to win them into the Kingdom and to remind us all that it is he who calls us! JOHN 6:44 kNo one can come to Me unless the Father who sent Me ldraws him; 1) Barry: Barry was a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:12

Denomination: Pentecostal