Sermons on Ruins:

The Gates Of Hell V/S The Church

Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 29, 2005

Even the very gates of hell can not prevail against the church that Jesus has built!

From the Desk of Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Bremen, GA The Gates of Hell v/s The Church Matt 16:13-18 I think there is some misunderstanding in regard to the gates of hell, and hope to be able to clear it up today. Smith’s Bible Dictionary says, “To posses the gate was a term meaning power ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

I Have A Plan

Contributed by Lowell Hochhalter on May 14, 2003

What is our destiny? What is God’s plan for my life? Can I fulfill it? Questions every student asks.

I have a Plan, Don’t Get Sidetracked Jeremiah 29:11 tells us that God has a plan for your life. His plan for you is 1. Good 2. A Future 3. Has Hope Nothing mentioned about sadness, depression. Also there is nothing in there about the past SO, the question of the day is...how do I know that I ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-12, 2 Timothy 2:14-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Fresh Outpouring

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Feb 2, 2013

Revival always gives birth to new things.

A Fresh Outpouring Revival always gives birth to new things. 1. A new visitation Luke 19:37-44 - Then, as He was now drawing near the descent of the Mount of Olives, the whole multitude of the disciples began to rejoice and praise God with a loud voice for all the mighty works they had seen, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:37-44

Denomination: Charismatic

To Gain Real Wealth

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 23, 2011

I. EXORDIUM: Wealthy people are unapproachable, have problems in traveling alone. Conversations: Guy: I would like to invite you to our church to come. Rich Guy: Sorry I can't travel alone. Does you church entertain poor people? If so, I don't want to

I. EXORDIUM: Wealthy people are unapproachable, have problems in traveling alone. Conversations: Guy: I would like to invite you to our church to come. Rich Guy: Sorry I can't travel alone. Does you church entertain poor people? If so, I don't want to come. Guy: I would like to invite you to come ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:4-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Can Series

Contributed by Larry Stockstill on Apr 20, 2009

Breakthrough to Blessings

“Breakthrough to Blessings” March 28-29, 2009 “GOD CAN” Bethany South Campus “Can God prepare a table in the wilderness?” (Ps. 78: 19, NKJV) “I have commanded the ravens to feed you THERE…” (1 Kings 17: 4)  The “wilderness” is a place where you have to trust God for supply. Israel ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ministry Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Feb 23, 2013

15 "E" words

The Ministry Of The Holy Spirit Incorporates 15 ‘E’ words The baptism in the Holy Spirit helps us in so many ways which ensures a successful and effective Christian walk. 1. Enablement Ezekiel 36:33 - 'Thus says the Lord GOD: "On the day that I cleanse you from all your iniquities, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Charismatic

Funeral Message Unbeliever - Mean And Nasty

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Jun 17, 2009

"You can’t say anything nice about Helen - everyone will know you are lying", was the first thing the family said as we sat down to discuss the funeral.

(Note to reader: This was one of the most unusual graveside ceremonies I have ever attempted. There was a very large group at this graveside funeral, and most who were there were there not because they loved the deceased, but because she had ruined them. Bitter people. It turns out, just saying it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Reflection On Disaster. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on May 23, 2011

A breif reflection on what has been and the plans that God has for us.

I walked back from dropping my car off this morning at the garage for its ‘warrant of fitness’ and reflected as I walked, on the damage that was all around me from the earthquake that had twisted our city just over three months ago, I also reflected on the day which is clear and bright, a sky with ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, 2 Corinthians 1:17

Denomination: Salvation Army

Revivals Of Elijah And Two Women Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 30, 2021

What can we learn from God's concern for the prophet Elijah and two women?

What can we learn from God's concern for the prophet Elijah and two women? 1) Elijah’s Revival Persecuted pastors can take comfort in Elijah who suffered much for faithfully preaching the truth. Elijah went to meet Ahab who had tried to have him killed. Confronted, Ahab tried to accuse ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

For Yours Is The Kingdom, The Power, And The Glory. Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on May 20, 2021

This doxology was not found in earlier manuscripts but was most likely added later during the second century. Many people believe it came from David’s prayer in 1 Chronicles.

Praying with Jesus For yours is the kingdom, the power, and the glory. May 23, 2021 Matthew 6:9-13 NIV "This, then, is how you should pray: "'Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, 10 your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. 11 Give us today our daily ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, 1 Chronicles 29:10-11, Matthew 6:13, Acts 1:6-8, Luke 21:25-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let God's Word Be Our Compass

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jan 3, 2022

We are chosen, children of God, redeemed, forgiven these are all the blessings we find in the text. The Word or our compass share these things with us we can trust the compass.

Let God’s Word be our Compass Ephesians 3:1-14 Sunday Paul tells us we are such a blessed People because of what God has done 1. The first blessing I came across was I am Chosen • Chosen may refer to our place and our relationship to God. • While the Jews referred to themselves as the “chosen ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

Church At Antioch Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 25, 2021

The Gospel reached the nations through the persecution of disciples. They became founders of taking the Gospel to Jews and Gentiles. Find out how God used Christians on run for the expansion of the early Church.

Acts 11:19-30 Church at Antioch 11:19-21 Gospel and nations 11:22-24 Barnabas Ministry at Antioch 11:25-26 Believers named as Christians 11:28-30 Response of the Church during Calamities Acts 11:19-21 Gospel reached many nations The expansion of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30

Denomination: Methodist

The Restoration Of The People Of God

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 25, 2013

Faithful preachers are sent to restore the earth, so that the meek may inherit it.

THE RESTORATION OF GOD’S PEOPLE. Isaiah 49:8-16. In Isaiah 49:3 the Servant is named as Israel, yet the New Testament identifies the Servant as Jesus (Matthew 12:14-21; Acts 8:32-35): our Lord is the ideal which Israel typologically represented. Paul’s quotation of Isaiah 49:6 teaches us that ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:8-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Can Satan Indirectly Lead Us To Success? Series

Contributed by Alis Cerrahyan on Aug 30, 2019

Remember, satan was not able to tempt Jesus without the permission of the Holy Spirit. And he also could not tempt Job without God's permission.

We must be careful not to attribute to satan the abilities and honors which belong to God and Him alone. The Bible says the Devil does not have unlimited power; he cannot be everywhere at once and he does not know everything. He is a created, limited being. He depends upon God for his existence. He ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:10, 1 John 5:18

Dealing With Immorality In The Church Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 19, 2019

Paul has already dealt with divisions in the church. Now he has to deal with the issue of immorality. Many were being seduced by “the spirit of the age”. Note what Paul has to say. It is still a timely word for us today.

DEALING WITH IMMORALITY IN THE CHURCH I CORINTHIANS 5:1-13 INTRODUCTION: Needless to say we live in a sexually saturated society. As far back as April 15, 1993 USA Today reported that the average American man under age 40 has had seven sexual partners in his life. Paul has already dealt with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13

Denomination: Baptist