Sermons on Rubber Band Stretch:

Revelation Fifteen Series

Contributed by Diana Tyler on Oct 26, 2023

Heaven prepares to pour out the bowls of God's wrath

John sees another sign in heaven and its seven angels with seven plagues with which the wrath of God will be complete. We then see something like a sea of glass mingled with fire and those who have the victory over the beast, over his image, and his mark, and his name standing on the sea of glass ...read more

Reasons To Be Cheerful Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 19, 2024

Reasons to be Cheerful

Psalm 107:1-20 Reasons to be Cheerful God's Perfection - 1 O give thanks unto the Lord, for he is good: God's Patience - for his mercy endureth for ever. God's Purchase - 2 Let the redeemed of the Lord say so, God's Power - whom he hath redeemed from the hand of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:1-20

Denomination: Holiness

Thanks And Praise.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 16, 2024

Celebrating the works of the LORD.

THANKS AND PRAISE. Psalm 92:1-6. The designation “for the sabbath day” is both unique, and interesting. The sabbath was instituted in the first instance as a commemoration of Creation (cf. Exodus 20:11), but also in celebration of Redemption (cf. Deuteronomy 5:15). “O LORD, how great are thy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fault Lines Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

To transform the world, the church must be united in love for Christ and each other.

You're a masterpiece. Own it. We gotta know our worth and treat others like the masterpieces they are. This love in action is like a magnet to the world. Together, we're a powerhouse. Each of us has unique skills and talents that can reflect Jesus. When we team up, we're unstoppable. You're a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Topics: Spiritual Unity, Church Community, Ecclesiastical Harmony, Faith Fellowship

Patience In The Wilderness Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Patience gives us a better perspective on our situation, requires perseverance, and allows us to see God's best for our lives.

Have you ever had to wait for something you really wanted? Like, you've ordered the latest iPhone, and it's taking forever to arrive. Or you're waiting for your favorite band's new album to drop. It's tough, right? Let's play a little game. I have here a bag of marshmallows. I'm going to give each ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-7

Topics: Survival, Wilderness Exploration, Endurance, Nature

He Was Counted Among The Rebels Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 3, 2023

Jesus, though sinless, was associated with criminals to demonstrate His love for us and to show that He understands our lowest moments. Despite this, He was exalted by God and given the greatest name above all names.

Hey guys! Hope you're all doing great. Today, we're going to talk about something pretty wild. You know how in movies, the hero is always the good guy, right? Well, in the greatest story ever told, our hero, Jesus, was actually counted among the bad guys. Crazy, huh? This comes from Isaiah 53, a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:12, Matthew 27:15-26, Matthew 27:37

Topics: Redemption, Forgiveness, Societal Outcasts, Divine Mercy

From Religion To Relationship Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 17, 2009

The human religious nature that tries to resolve our guilt and shame in our own way.

Last week - healing… reaffirm… We’ll see more… but today… what’s driving through Jesus… the CENTRAL POINT OF CLASH AND CONFLICT… Mark 1:40-41 A man with leprosy came to him and begged him on his knees, "If you are willing, you can make me clean." Filled with compassion, Jesus reached ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Divine Healing

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Oct 29, 2018

This sermon looks at God's divine healing and how we can and are to receive it. It looks at Jesus healing of the lame man by the pool of Bethesda, and then it looks at God's provision for healing.

What We Believe Divine Healing John 5:1-15 When we look at the people around us what do we see? While people are adept at putting on faces and putting up fronts, the truth is that we see people who are hurting. We see people who are troubled and in need of peace. We see lonely people in need of ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-5

Denomination: Foursquare

It's Going To Be Big PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2025

God’s abundant goodness invites us to pray boldly and expectantly, trusting His faithfulness to do more than we can imagine or ask.

If you’ve ever stood on the shore at dawn, watching waves roll in one after another, you know something about the heart of God. His goodness doesn’t trickle; it tumbles. His grace doesn’t drip; it drenches. He is the God who fills empty nets, feeds hungry crowds, and whispers to weary hearts, “I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20, 1 Corinthians 2:9, Malachi 3:10, 1 Chronicles 4:10, Hebrews 10:23  (view more)  (view less)

Topics: Unwavering Faith, Big Blessings, Divine Promise

Follow Jesus Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 23, 2025

Following Jesus means trusting His leadership, surrendering self-rule, embracing transformation, and walking daily with the Shepherd whose presence shapes every step.

There is a tenderness in the way Jesus calls people. He never shouts to impress the crowd. He never manipulates the moment. He never forces Himself upon anyone. Instead, He speaks in a way that reaches the deepest places of the heart and invites a response that is both personal and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19, John 10:4, Luke 9:23, Hebrews 12:2, Psalm 23:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Healing On The Sabbath

Contributed by Sol Madlambayan on Nov 30, 2002

Jesus Christ the Great healer.

HOLY SPIRIT BLESS US Luke 6: 6- 11 HEALING ON THE SABBATH 6 Now it happened on another Sabbath, also, that He entered the synagogue and taught. And a man was there whose right hand was withered. 7So the scribes and Pharisees watched Him closely, whether He would heal on the Sabbath, that they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:6-11, Matthew 12:9

Denomination: Methodist

An Effective Church

Contributed by Alan Balatbat on May 26, 2004

God tells the church to be as effective as it can be.

The Church: What Is Absolutely Essential? PT 1 Acts 2:42-47 It’s pop quiz! Clear your desk, take out a pen or pencil, and circle the answer or answers that correctly complete the sentence below. Top Priorities of a church should be: o To gather together a large # of weekly attendees or ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

What's That In Your Hand?

Contributed by James Wilson on Oct 18, 2000

Motivate members to become ministers.

What's in your Hand Exodus 4:1-4 NASB Then Moses answered and said, "What if they will not believe me, or listen to what I say? For they may say, 'The Lord has not appeared to you.' " [2] And the Lord said to him, "What is that in your hand?" And he said, "A staff." [3] Then He said, "Throw it ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Capacity

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Apr 28, 2008

We have a spiritual capacity, but whether we are among the "strong" or the "weak" in this sense, we are called to help one another and be patient with all.

Spiritual Capacity TCF Sermon April 20, 2008 1 Thessalonians 5:14 (NASB77) And we urge you, brethren, admonish the unruly, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, be patient with all men. 1 Thess 5:14 (NLT) Brothers and sisters, we urge you to warn those who are lazy. Encourage those who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When God Brings The Hail (Exodus 9:13-35) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 2, 2022

(1) Maybe the best way to appreciate how "big" God is, is to go outside. (2) Maybe not all the Egyptians are forever, hopelessly, stubborn.

Before we start reading our passage this morning, think about the worst storms you've ever been in. Try to remember the biggest rain storms, and the thunder, and the hail, and the blizzards. When I do this, I tend to think about four stories, two of which I'll share. One day, when I ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 9:13-35