Sermons on Sand Castles:

Sola Gracia Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Aug 7, 2022

The importance of the grace of God.

Series Pt 2 – The Five Transcendent Truths Sola Gracia Titus 2:11-15 11 For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, 12 Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world; 13 Looking for that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9, Titus 2:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

What Keeps The Family Growing & Going PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 16, 2023

God should be the foundation of our families, and without His guidance and blessing, our efforts to build and protect our families are in vain.

Good morning, Church family! Today we're going to delve into a topic that hits home for all of us, no matter what stage of life we're in: family. Whether you're single, married, a parent, a grandparent, or a child, this message is for you. We're going to talk about the foundation of a healthy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Topics: Healthy Family

I Will Turn The Wilderness Into A Pool Of Water PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

This sermon's main point is to explore how God transforms our life's desolation into joy, turns our wilderness into fertile ground, and showers us with His abundant blessings, as depicted in Isaiah 35:1-7.

Good morning, family! Today, we're going to dive deep into the Book of Isaiah, specifically Isaiah 35:1-7. Allow me to share the passage with you: "The wilderness and the dry land shall be glad, the desert shall rejoice and blossom; like the crocus, it shall blossom abundantly, and rejoice with joy ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-7

Topics: Wilderness, Water

Stand Firm Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

The sermon emphasizes the importance of standing firm on the Gospel's truths amidst the spread of false teachings and deceptive truths about Christianity.

This week, we are beginning a brand new sermon series called “Collide.” Since the beginning, the Christian faith has been on a collision course with the culture around us. The values of the world do not align with the values of our faith. The priorities of the world do not align with the priorities ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8, Matthew 7:24-27

Topics: False Teachings, Gospel Truth, Stand Firm

Sermon Series: Collide

Satan's "Paper-Mache" Deception

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Feb 5, 2003

Satan is in the business of fakery. He offers a false peace; a false hope; a false joy...and a false "spiritual rock" to the unbelieving world.

SATAN’S "PAPER-MACHE" DECEPTION "For their rock is not like our Rock, even our enemies themselves being judges." Deuteronomy 32:31. Satan is in the business of fakery. He offers a false peace; a false hope; a false joy; …and a false "spiritual rock" as Moses depicted in our text. I. THEIR ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:31

Denomination: Baptist

Discouragement

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Apr 12, 2005

Physically, the demands of the ministry were sometimes almost more than Paul could bear (1:8;11:23 27). However, even more draining were the spiritual demands (7:5;11:28 29). He reflects on these experiences in this passage and tells why, though discoura

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Larry Olsen describes a man lost in the desert: “He has been out of food and water for days. His lips are swollen, his tongue is swollen, he’s all beat up and bloody. Some of his bones are almost peeking through. He has been scraped and beat up by the cactus, sand and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Let God Meet Your Need

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 18, 2002

As God met every need of the children of Israel in their wilderness journey, so will God meet our every need as we walk our pilgrim journey today.

LET GOD MEET YOUR NEED “And the grace of our Lord was more than abundant, with the faith and love which are found in Christ Jesus.” I Timothy 1:14. I. ISRAEL NEEDED GUIDANCE FOR THEIR JOURNEY. "And the Lord went before them in a pillar of cloud by day to lead the way, and in a pillar of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

Just Like You And I Series

Contributed by Rich Dunbar on Feb 8, 2005

This sermon is a look at the lives of the original twelve plus Matthias and Paul, and how their lives were radically changed for Christ and the price they paid for discipleship.

Just like you and I – The twelve, plus two Acts 1:15-26 1. Simon (Peter, Cephas (Aramaic)/ Petros (Greek)) – is always listed first, fisherman, outspoken, leader and was crucified upside down 2. James (son of Zebedee) – fisherman, passionate, first murdered by the sword 3. John (son of Zebedee) – ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:15-26

Denomination: Baptist

Enduring Faith

Contributed by Donald Minshew on Jul 20, 2007

Living faith is contrasted with verbal faith.

Context: part of Sermon on the Mount. Immediate context: 2 ways (13-14); 2 trees (17-20); and finally 2 builders. Issue: more people will profess Christ than will follow Christ. Emphasis on words. 1. Enduring faith is more than knowing the words. Not/but – provides a strong contrast between ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

How Can We Please God?

Contributed by John Rollyson on Dec 28, 2010

As Christians, God desires our obedience.

How Can We Please God? 1 Peter 2:4-10 Intro: God desires our obedience..... Thomas Platter had such a great zeal for studying the ancient tongues that he supported himself through manual labor by day and at night studied with sand in his mouth, that the gritting against his teeth might keep him ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

I Will Liken Him Unto A Wise Man

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 11, 2015

a wise man

Matt 7 v 21 - 29 The Great Delusion 21 Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven 23 And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity. The Great Decision 24 Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-29

Denomination: Holiness

Cutting Corners With Untempered Mortar

Contributed by Bob Phillips on May 29, 2014

Many are leaving out critical directions given in the Bible, and cutting corners as they say to avoid following the instructions given by God.

Jesus gave the directions we must follow, but few want to follow his directions to the letter. In out text passage he said if we hear him and follow the instructions given by his word we are wise builders and our (Spiritual) House will withstand the storms of this life. Today, many Christians are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

Witness Equals Martyr

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 23, 2022

When he opened his mouth, it was a powerful word that came forth. At the end of his speech, they had two choices.

Monday of 3rd week of Easter I’d like to think that preaching has come a ways since the days of Stephen. If you read the rest of this chapter of Acts, you get the impression that Stephen had some kind of martyr complex. Remember that the word martyr in Greek means witness. He was so on-fire with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Catholic

Standing Firm In The Face Of Deception

Contributed by Ronald Moore on May 13, 2024

Let us heed the words of Paul and remain vigilant against deception. Let us hold fast to the truth of the gospel and stand firm in our faith.

Today, we gather in the presence of the Lord to delve into the scriptures, specifically focusing on 2 Thessalonians 2:3, where Paul admonishes the church in Thessalonica, saying, "Let no one deceive you in any way. For that day will not come, unless the rebellion comes first, and the man of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:3

Denomination: Anglican

The Truth Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

The importance of building our lives on the truth of God's Word, which provides a solid foundation for our faith and helps us withstand the storms of life.

Today, we're going to talk about building our lives on a solid foundation. You know when you're playing Jenga, and you want to make sure the tower doesn't fall over? Well, our lives are kind of like that tower, and we need to make sure we're building on something strong and steady. Jesus talked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Topics: Biblical Truths, Spiritual Growth, Divine Guidance, Faith Building