Sermons on Scorned:

A Chosen Vessel

Contributed by Larry Grant on Jun 11, 2022

YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT YOUR SIMPLE ACTS OF OBEDIENCE WILL ACCOMPLISH FOR THE KINGDOM OF GOD.

Acts 9:10-18 A CHOSEN VESSEL June 12, 2022 Intro: A man named Saul was wreaking havoc in the church, Acts 8:3. He was traveling from place to place persecuting the early Christians. He was having them arrested and even participated in their deaths, Acts 7:58; 8:1. In the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Made Free

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Nov 1, 2021

A sermon for Reformation Sunday/Confirmation Sunday

October 31, 2021 – Reformation Day Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson John 8:31-36 Made Free Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Once a year we highlight this obscure event that took place in the year 1517 in a minor city in ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Sermon On Philosophy & Wisdom

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 14, 2022

Philosophy is defined as the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality and existence, especially when considered as an academic discipline.

Confucius, an ancient Chinese philosopher once remarked: "The superior man, when resting in safety, does not forget that danger may come. When in a state of security he does not forget the possibility of ruin. When all is orderly, he does not forget that disorder may come. Thus his person is ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5, Proverbs 1:7, Proverbs 3:13-18, Proverbs 19:20

Mary Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 21, 2022

In Luke 1:46-48, we learn that we should praise God for his condescension.

Introduction Commentator Tom Wright asks the following question, “What would make you celebrate wildly, without inhibition?” He then offers several suggestions. Perhaps it would be the news that someone close to you who had been very sick was getting better and would soon be home. Perhaps it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-48

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Does The Bible Say About Working Hard?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 26, 2024

Physical walls and Spiritual walls. Which, if either, do we work on the most?

Many years prior to Nehemiah’s time, the Northern Kingdom had been conquered and many were taken captive to other lands. The conquering nation introduced prisoners from other lands, which led to intermarriage with the few Israelites. This blending of the races produced the people known as the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

If God Revealed Himself, I’d Believe

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 3, 2025

He has revealed Himself many times, but you refused to see, but the time is coming when you will have no choice to see.

IF God Revealed Himself, I’d Believe I do not know how many times I have heard people say something along the line, “If God would reveal Himself, I’d believe. Sadly, the history of the human race proves otherwise. Gen 3:8  And they heard the voice of the LORD God walking in the garden in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8, Genesis 6:9, Genesis 11:8-9, Deuteronomy 4:34, John 4:8, Acts 4:30-31, Revelation 6:14-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Hearts On Fire

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Jan 7, 2023

What does it mean to be on fire for God, and how can we get on fire? The two men on the road to Emmaus give us the answer.

Several weeks ago I was convicted about the fact that my spiritual life had become stale and cold. I was reading my Bible, but I wasn’t getting anything out of it. God wasn’t answering my prayers. My interests were more on myself than anything else. It seemed that my desire for God had been stolen ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-32

Denomination: Baptist

How Are We To Know Who Our Neighbor Is?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on May 4, 2025

Take a moment to think about who your neighbor is. It could be someone that may not live next door to you.

How Are We to Know Who Our Neighbor Is? Luke 10:25-37 During the conquest of the northern kingdom of Israel, the remnants of Jews that were left behind intermingled with their conquerors, the Assyrians. Being half Jew and half Gentile, they became known as the Samaritans. They were a mix of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Ten Arguments For The Historical Jesus

Contributed by John Gaston on May 28, 2025

Gary Habermas in his book, The Historical Jesus, gives at least 10 evidences. As part of my Apologetics series, I have abbreviated and rewritten them to fit front & back on one piece of paper.

TEN ARGUMENTS FOR THE HISTORICAL JESUS 1. MULTIPLE INDEPENDENT SOURCES. The existence of multiple independent sources – the four Gospels, Paul’s letters, and other early Christian writings – that attest to the historical existence of Jesus. There wasn’t just one witness to Jesus, but a large number ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-7, Philippians 2:6-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Renouncing And Rebuking Bloodline Curses Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 23, 2024

Breaking bloodline curses requires recognition, identification, prayer, and a commitment to walking in freedom.

Reasons: 1. Freedom from Generational Bondage: Bloodline curses can lead to recurring patterns of sin, sickness, and struggles, affecting future generations. 2. Breaking Cycles of Dysfunction: Renouncing and rebuking curses helps break cycles of dysfunction, allowing for healthier relationships ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:7, Numbers 14:18

When Everything Falls Apart Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores how to navigate through life's challenges and hardships by exercising patient endurance as taught by Jesus, with a focus on the bleak future he predicted.

Welcome church! I want to start with a question today: do you know what a “first-world problem” is? First-world problems are small, relatively insignificant annoyances which irritate us. These are problems of affluence, not scarcity. Examples are: Starbucks makes your coffee wrong. Your favorite ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:5-19

Topics: Patient Endurance, Biblical Prophecy, Spiritual Strength

The Race Of Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Encourage Christians to run the race of life with perseverance, focusing on Jesus, setting the right priorities, and constantly evaluating their progress towards God.

Good morning, family. Today, we gather to reflect on a topic that affects us all, the race of life. We all know life isn't easy, it's full of twists and turns and sometimes we lose our way. But, as Christians, we're not running this race alone. We have a guide, a coach, a loving Father who not only ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Topics: Urgent Things, Priorities

Consuming Happiness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Explore the wisdom in Psalm 1:1, emphasizing the importance of righteousness, true happiness, and the avoidance of self-centeredness.

Good morning, Church! A hearty welcome to everyone. Today, we're diving deep into the Book of Psalms, Psalm 1:1 to be exact. It's a passage that proclaims: "Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers." What a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1

Topics: Happiness, Moral Sense

Willing Workers

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Mar 14, 2002

God needs His people to be willing to work for Him.

NEHEMIAH 4:6 "WILLING WORKERS" INTRO: Nehemiah was the cupbearer of Artaxerxes, king of Persia. * One of his close kinsman arrived from Judea, and Nehemiah was informed of the pitiful condition of Jerusalem and residents of Judea. * Upon learning of their condition, Nehemiah was much grieved, * ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:6

Denomination: Baptist

How To Learn The Right Lessons From Every Situation

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Allow the Lord to teach you His will through every circumstance, relationship and personal problem.

How to Learn the Right Lessons from Every Situation (James 2:1-5) How do we allow the Lord to teach you His will through every circumstance, relationship and personal problem? Illustration:Learning usually passes through three states. In the beginning you learn the right answers. In the ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational