Sermons on Sam Cooke:

Do These Stones Have To Shout?

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Mar 17, 2007

This sermon is about being willing to shout out theglory of God! If we don’t witness, the stones will!

I have recorded in my journal an event that took place in early October 1990 at the Port of Dammam, Saudi Arabia, while preparing for Operation Desert Storm. A central ammunition depot was established in an open sided warehouse at the Port, and worship had been scheduled by a Chaplain with the 1st ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: United Methodist

The "X" Factor!!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Nov 20, 2012

To focus on the main reason behind receiving or not receiving anointing to do the Master’s work successfully!!!

THE ‘X’ FACTOR!!! But the king replied to Araunah, "No, I insist on paying you for it. I will not sacrifice to the LORD my God burnt offerings that cost me NOTHING. " So David bought the threshing floor and the oxen and paid fifty shekels of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 24:24

Denomination: *other

Mephibosheth

Contributed by Dale Miller on Sep 26, 2012

THIS SERMON DEALS WITH THE KINDNESS OF DAVID TO MEPHIBOSHETH, THE SON OF JONATHON.

HFL MAY 15, 2011 2 SAMUEL 9:1-4 1David asked, “Is there anyone still left of the house of Saul to whom I can show kindness for Jonathan’s sake?” 2Now there was a servant of Saul’s household named Ziba. They called him to appear before David, and the king said to him, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who’s Battle Is It Anyway?

Contributed by Lonnie Erwin on Oct 17, 2010

Facing the battles of life

Who’s Battle is it Anyway? 1 Sam 17:45-47 David said to the Philistine, "You come against me with a dagger, spear, and sword, but I come against you in the name of the Lord of Hosts, the God of Israel's armies— you have defied Him. 46 Today, the Lord will hand you over to me. Today, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:45-47

Denomination: Baptist

Olympics Subtly Lure Tots Into Paganism's Embrace

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Jun 16, 2010

Olympics Subtly Lure Tots Into Paganism's Embrace

Over the past decade and a half or thereabouts, I have published occasional columns pointing out that there is more going on in terms of worldview at the Olympic games than good sportsmanship and keeping a stoic outlook no matter how disappointed one might be at the outcome of a particular event. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Go Thy Way: Jonathan’s Warning To David Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jan 28, 2020

Jonathan, son of King Saul, knew David would be king of Israel someday. This is one of several encounters where Jonathan helped David survive. This is the second message in the series, "go thy way".

Introduction Jonathan, the oldest son of Saul and crown prince of Israel, knew he would never be king. That didn’t stop him from being a true friend to God’s choice, namely, David. The book of 1 Samuel has several episodes, we could say, where Jonathan took David’s side and even protected him. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Enabler Series

Contributed by Kevin Hall on Feb 24, 2016

This is sermon series is a 3 part Expository Sermons that deal with the issues of Sexual Abuse and how the Church needs to respond.

“The Perversion of Love” The Enabler II Sam 13:1- Now Ab′salom, David’s son, had a beautiful sister, whose name was Tamar; and after a time Amnon, David’s son, loved her. 2 And Amnon was so tormented that he made himself ill because of his sister Tamar; for she was a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

Created To Shine!

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 5, 2021

The word help many--Matthew 5, through Matthew chapter 7, is Jesus’ teaching on living out of His Kingdom, and His principles.

Created To Shine! Matthew 5:14-16NKJV Today I’m going talk to you about God’s Kingdom. And greater than that, how Jesus made you part of His Kingdom. It’s known as the Sermon On The Mount, or the beatitudes. Therefore, because of these words, His Kingdom is presently your Kingdom! In Matthew 5, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16, Daniel 12:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ahijah Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 5, 2022

Besides all these, there is still one more Ahijah in the Bible, and his role was more significant. This Ahijah was a prophet from Shiloh during the time of Solomon. Through Ahijah, God had a message that would change the kingdom of Israel forever

AHIJAH Ahijah is the name of several biblical individuals: 1. Ahijah the Shilonite, the Biblical prophet who divided the Kingdoms of Israel and Judah. 2. One of the sons of Bela (1 Chr. 8:7, RV). In AV (KJV) called "Ahiah." 3. One of the five sons of Jerahmeel, who was the great-grandson ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 11:29

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Contentiousness

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

How to Overcome Contentiousness

How to Overcome Contention Acts 15:36-41 Illustration:Getting angry can sometimes be like leaping into a wonderfully responsive sports car, gunning the motor, taking off at high speed and then discovering the brakes are out of order. Maggie Scarg in New York Times Magazine. The contention ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walking In The Light

Contributed by Jeff Simms on May 19, 2003

Talks about the importance of taking sin seriously and confessing our sins

Walking in the Light 1 John 1:5-10 Purpose Statement: To call on unbelievers and believers to take sin seriously. Introduction After dying, three friends, Robert, Sam and Tim wake up outside of heaven. St. Peter says that before any can enter, they have to pass through a bog. All those who ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

What Pain Teaches You: Lesson 2: The Problems Of Pain

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 20, 2006

“If God were good, He would wish to make His creatures perfectly happy and if God were almighty He would be able to do what He wished. But the creatures suffer pain; therefore does God lack goodness or power, or both?” -C. S. Lewis

A. THREE MYTHS ABOUT PAIN 1. God’s children are not supposed to suffer pain. 2. If I hurt, there must be something wrong with me. 3. If I hurt, there must be something wrong with God. B. WHY PAIN? 1. “If God were good, He would wish to make His creatures perfectly happy and if God were ...read more

Scripture: Job 11:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing For Life's Big Moment Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on May 21, 2007

In our first 4 messages we see David being used of God in a mighty way, but God has something bigger for him in our text we shall see 3 ways God prepared him to be King of Israel

INTRODUCTION, In our first four messages in the life of David, we have seen him in a stage of preparation. His anointing, his battle with Goliath, his friendship with Jonathan and his dealing with Saul have all happened to prepare him for his rightful place – King of Israel. It is the preparing to ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stressing Out?

Contributed by Mitch Davis on Jul 9, 2007

Every person under the sun – from the young to the old, those with little or much – each live with stress each day of their lives. Are you able to identify - and more importantly - deal with the stress that come your way?

Stressing Out? Theme: Learning to lean on God and His word when faced with stressful times. INTRODUCTION A. David – after Saul knew God was going to make him king – was in great distress as his enemies sought his life. 1. For a period in his life he lived constantly and wearily fleeing from ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Your Future Is In Your Mouth

Contributed by David Ibeleme on Jun 8, 2008

Using Your words To Change Your Life

Your Future Is In Your Mouth (Your Wealth, Your Health and Your Life) Your present condition is a product of your words – Ps. 39:1; 41:12; Matt. 12:34ff. It was practically created by the things you’ve been saying. Studying Jos. 1:8 and Matt. 6:31; we can conclude that;  Our words produce ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:34-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible