Sermons on Running Away From God:

A Kingdom Not From Here

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 19, 2018

Is Jesus a king? How does Jesus compare to government leaders of this world? What is the truth of Jesus’ reign?

Is God’s kingdom meant to just rule in our hearts or is there more to it? Is Jesus a king? How does Jesus compare to government leaders of this world? What is the truth of Jesus’ reign? Let’s examine Pilate’s questioning of Jesus in John 18:33-37 and what Jesus had to say about His kingdom. King ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-37

Denomination: Baptist

The View From On Top Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Aug 31, 2001

Saul found the view from the palace great, but the responsibilites were greater than his heart allowed him to enjoy.

And some of the Hebrews went over Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead. As for Saul, he was yet in Gilgal, and all the people followed him trembling. 1 Samuel 13:7 It’s great to be on top… You see what others only wish to You know what it was like to be really there You decide what others will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Chaos Is Not From The Spirit

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 14, 2025

If your service makes people think you are crazy the Holy Spirit is not moving. He is grieving.

Gal 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. e????a´te?a egkrateia eng-krat'-i-ah From G1468; self control (especially continence): - temperance. Strong's Concordance If ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, 1 Corinthians 14:29-33

Denomination: Baptist

From Triumph To Tragedy

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 17, 2006

Jesus went from triumph to tragedy in a week.

INTRO.- From triumph to tragedy. Those words don’t sound very good, do they? I think we would prefer “from rags to riches.” That sounds better, more exciting, more enchanting. ILL.- Carrie Underwood. Who is she? What did she do? She won the American Idol contest in 2005. Carrie Underwood ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life From The Grave Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 30, 2024

Jesus said "on the third day I will rise." But did He? And how can we be confident of Christ's resurrection?

The 53rd chapter of the Old Testament book of Isaiah is a powerful passage. For centuries Jewish Rabbis believed it talked about the coming Messiah. But they struggled with the message Isaiah 53 spoke of the Messiah as A SUFFERING SAVIOR: “He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; yet we ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:10-11, 1 Corinthians 15:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Freedom From The Law. Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Nov 10, 2014

What is the Law and how to be Free from it!

1.) The Reason we are Free from the Law. Vs. 1-3 Vs. 1—The Law has no power over a Dead Man. Vs. 2-3—Illustration of Marriage. Galatians 2:20 “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me.” (NIV) Key: The contract is binding only ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

From Defeat To Victory Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 14, 2024

From Defeat to Victory

Psalm 4 1. David's Discouragement -1 Hear me when I call, O God of my righteousness: thou hast enlarged me when I was in distress; have mercy upon me, and hear my prayer. i. The Task in Prayer - Hear me when I call, ii. The Target in Prayer - O God of my righteousness iii. The Testimony - thou ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

From Pit To Promise

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Aug 11, 2005

What keeps us in the pit of anger and frustration is often our inability to forgive others and ourselves. This sermon takes a look at Joseph as a role model for forgiveness.

From Pit to Promise – Genesis 45: 1 - 15 Intro: Simon Wiesanthal – 89 family members perished in holocaust – Book, Sunflower: On the Possibilities and Limits of Forgiveness – dying Nazi soldier asks for forgiveness – For 2 hrs Weisanthal sat there in silence – Finally he left room in silence – In ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

From Pofession To Perfection Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Oct 12, 2005

1 John 2:6 From Profession to Perfection - In the Series on 1 John

From Profession to Perfection Introduction A. The Christian Life Begins with New Birth 1. "My little children" (v. 1) 2. We are born again through faith in Christ (John 3:1-16) B. God Wants Us to Be Confident of Our Salvation 1. Know is found forty times in this epistle 2. The joy of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:6

Denomination: Baptist

Separating From Wickedness Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 9, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore biblical examples and teachings on separating us from wickedness.

The Bible teaches us to separate ourselves from wickedness and evil people, even if it means severing ties with family members. This may seem harsh, but it's essential for maintaining spiritual purity and avoiding the corrupting influence of evil. In this sermon, we'll explore biblical ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-18, 1 Corinthians 5:9-13

Lessons From Prison

Contributed by Don Campbell on Jan 12, 2026

Paul wrote Ephesians, Philippians, and Colossians while imprisoned in Rome, not knowing whether he would be released or executed (Phil 1:21-26). Despite his imprisonment and the cloud hanging over him, these three epistles were filled with hope and joy:

LESSONS FROM PRISON The Attitude of Gratitude INTRODUCTION A. Some people perpetually cry, “Why me, Lord?” B. Paul wrote Ephesians, Philippians, and Colossians while imprisoned in Rome, not knowing whether he would be released or executed (Phil 1:21-26). C. Despite his imprisonment and the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-6, Galatians 5:2-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Not Where We Once Were

Contributed by William R Lutz on Mar 31, 2014

HAVE WE LOST OUR COMMITMENT

HOW MANY OF US COULD LOOK BACK WEEKS, MONTHS OR YEARS AGO AND SAY YOU WERE MORE COMMITTED TO THE LORD THEN; THAN YOU ARE TODAY, IT’S NOT A GOOD PLACE TO BE. OUR EXCUSES CAN BE MANY LUKE 24:54-62 - 5 4So they arrested him and led him to the high priest’s residence, and Peter was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:54-62

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From Plea To Praise Series

Contributed by Norm Beckett on Apr 8, 2001

Don’t concentrate on the help you need, recognise that the helper is right there with you.

PLEA TO PRAISE "The crowds that went ahead of him and those that followed shouted, ’Hosanna to the Son of David!’ "Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!’ ’Hosanna in the highest!’ (Matthew 21: 9) As Jesus entered Jerusalem on that day long ago, he attracted a large crowd of people. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Holiness

The Directions From Jesus Series

Contributed by Ric Veal on Jun 8, 2011

Following Christ in His last days on earth.

The Directions From Jesus Matthew 26:17-30 I. The Preparation (26:17-19) A. When? (26:17a) . Feast of Passover - 1st day, 14th of Nisan . Feast of Unleavened Bread - 15th to 21st of Nisan B. Who? (27:17b) Jesus and His men C. Where? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-30

Denomination: Baptist

Smoke From The Pit Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Oct 9, 2015

Amazing comparison between Joel 2:1-11 and Revelation 9:1-12

Locusts in Prophecy. Revelation 9. It is not an easy thing to drop down suddenly into the Book of revelation and start talking about an event John is experiencing, but we must try. So far in the book, Jesus has revealed His person to John, and His warnings to seven churches that existed in the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 9:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God