Sermons on Rise In Apostasy:

Love

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 27, 2005

Up to this point in the book the emphasis has been primarily upon Israel’s disobedience for which judgement must fall. However, from this point on the emphasis is on God’s love for Israel, in spite of her disobedience for which judgement must fall. In the

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: To demonstrate God’s love a certain medieval monk announced he would be preaching next Sunday evening on “The Love of God.” As the shadows fell and the light ceased to come in through the cathedral windows, the congregation gathered. In the darkness of the altar, the ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 11:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Chastening Of The Church Series

Contributed by Ric Veal on Nov 29, 2011

We need healthy churches today!!!!

The Chastening of the Church 1 Peter 4:17-19 Introduction: What is the church? The called out ones! . Romans 8:1; 1 Corinthians 11:32 . Not condemnation, but purging and purifying. a. The Body of Christ - Ephesians 1:22-23; 4:11-13; 5:23-28 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Shield And The Sword

Contributed by David Cambridge on Jan 9, 2003

The fundamentals of our faith are constantly under attack. This lesson considers the Christian’s response.

Faith Under Fire The Shield And The Sword Introduction 1. The fundamentals of our faith are under constant attack: the virgin birth, Jesus’ death on the cross, and the resurrection. In the previous lesson, we warned of the danger of constant exposure to such attacks and the consequences to our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:11-12, 2 Timothy 3:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Chip Off The Old Block Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 10, 2007

Peter was a little stone in the church built on the Rock, and by the Rock! The church’s Foundation, The church’s Function, and Future. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Template.

A Chip off the Old Block Matthew 16:17-20 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/ChipOffBlock.html Here we find the first mention of the church in the New Testament, coming from the Greek word  [ecclesia], which means “a called out assembly.” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

Fishing In Galilee

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 21, 2007

What can we learn from the fishing expedition?

Jn 21:1-19 Introduction As I mentioned on Easter Sunday, John records only four of the Post Resurrection appearances of Jesus. I think his reason for doing so is that the aim of his book is to awaken faith – and not to be JUST a historical record of the times of Jesus. This does not mean that ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Anglican

When Christ Arrives Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 31, 2009

The world will be made right when Jesus returns

When Christ Arrives Matthew 24:29-31 February 8, 2009 Morning Service Introduction Predictions I think there is a world market for maybe five computers – Thomas Watson, Chairman of IBM 1943 Who wants to hear actors talk? H.M. Warner 1927 Drill for oil? You mean drill into the ground to try to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:29-31

Denomination: Church Of God

A Song For The Future

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 18, 2014

Our future is unveiled to God. God prepares for our future.

It is interesting to note that the last assignment God has for Moses is for him to write down a song; and to teach it to the people and have them sing it. • Why? Because they will need it. • God foresees what will happened and prepares what the people will need. 1. OUR FUTURE IS ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:14-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Destruction By Lack Of Knowledge

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 27, 2016

To show that knowledge is not good if we will not apply it in our lives. The more we have, the more GOD will require of us.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you know a lot? No. I need to know and apply more of the WORD OF GOD. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that knowledge is not good if we will not apply it in our lives. The more we have, the more GOD will require of us. IV. TEXT: Hosea 4:6 ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 4:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christianity And Science Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 23, 2021

The Bible and Science agree that prevention is the ideal. The goal of science is to be able to predict so men can avoid what is bad and gain what is good.

Jesus was a great physician who believed in preventive medicine. Curative medicine is the most spectacular, for what can compare to saying to the leper, "Be made whole!" Or what can be more amazing than to command the blind to see or the lame to rise up and walk? Preventive medicine is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28

The Judge Shamgar Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 11, 2018

The verse does not state that Shamgar was in fact a judge, but that he also delivered Israel. Therefore, his activity was similar to that of the judges.

Chapter 14 The Judge Shamgar [Judges 3.31] http://theperiodofthejudges.yolasite.com Scripture 31 And after him was Shamgar the son of Anath, which slew of the Philistines six hundred men with an ox goad: and he also delivered Israel. Commentary 31 And after him was Shamgar the son of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Elisha In His Early Ministry – Part 3 – Judgement From God – The Bears Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 16, 2022

Youths cursed and mocked Elisha but God avenged that by sending two she bears that mauled the youths. Many decry that story through ignorance. This message examines that story to get to the truth.

ELISHA IN HIS EARLY MINISTRY – PART 3 – JUDGEMENT FROM GOD – THE BEARS SERIES – MESSAGES ON ELISHA – HIS LIFE AND MINISTRY Number 5 [A]. THE JUDGEMENT OF THE BEARS 2Kings 2 v 23 [[Then he went up from there to Bethel and as he was going up by the way, young lads came out from the city and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:23-24, Mark 10:14, Leviticus 13:40-44, Hosea 13:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Awesome God

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024

God revealed His omniscience as Jesus taught and amazed the crowds with His knowledge. God revealed His omnipotence as Jesus performed miracles and mighty works. How will you respond to God for being awesome in your life?

Opening illustration: What would have happened had Moses tried to figure out what was needed to accomplish God’s command? One of the biggest arithmetical miracles in the world was required in the desert. Moses led the people of Israel into the desert ... Now what was he going to do with them? They ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:32-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Do You Know About Satan? Have You Seen Him? Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 8, 2023

The world is fast descending into chaos and wickedness. Is Satan responsible? This covers the activity of Satan, his origin and his demons and the influence in the world. There is a lot that is covered here but there is much more we can’t do at this time. Read carefully.

WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT SATAN? HAVE YOU SEEN HIM? [A]. THE FACE OF SATAN Have you seen the face of Satan? No, I don’t expect you have, nor will you, but Jesus has. He knew the anointed cherub because He created him. He knew him when he was perfect in all his ways. Some don’t acknowledge ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 28:15, Revelation 12:10, Ezekiel 28:13, Ezekiel 28:17, Isaiah 14:12-15, Ephesians 6:12, Daniel 10:12-13, Daniel 10:20-21, 2 Corinthians 11:14, 1 Thessalonians 4:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ten Commandments Part 6 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 1, 2018

Part six of this series discusses the seventh commandment pertaining to adultery. This message focuses on the natural and the spiritual aspects of adultery.

The Ten Commandments Part 6 Scriptures: Exodus 20:14; Romans 13:13; Gen. 2:18, 21-25; James 1:12-15; Proverbs 5:18-20 Raise your hands if you know and believe that God knows your heart. Raise your hand if you know and believe that God looks at and evaluate your heart. This is part six on my ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Be Found When Jesus Returns

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Dec 7, 2016

In Hebrews 10:19-39 we find three persevering actions that we should be found in when Jesus returns.

How to be found when Christ Returns Introduction:  During the busy Christmas season, it is easy to lose sight of what Christmas is all about, which we will get into in the weeks to come.  We have family gatherings here and there and we have Christmas parties at our work places.  There are gifts to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational