Sermons on Self Destructions:

The Power And Wisdom Of The Cross - 1 Corinthians 1:18 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 15, 2024

The cross is central to the Christian faith. Yet, for many, it seems absurd, irrelevant, or offensive. Paul’s declaration in 1 Corinthians 1:18 divides humanity into two groups: those who see the cross as foolishness and those who recognise it as the power of God.

The Power and Wisdom of the Cross - 1 Corinthians 1:18 Key Verse: “The message of the cross is foolish to those who are headed for destruction! But we who are being saved know it is the very power of God.” (1 Corinthians 1:18, NLT) Introduction: Transformed by Truth The cross is central to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18, Isaiah 53:3, 2 Corinthians 5:21, 1 Corinthians 1:25, Romans 11:33, Romans 10:9, Deuteronomy 21:23, Colossians 2:14-15, Revelation 13:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Genesis Chapter 4: The First Family And The Birth Of Violence By Pst. Joseph Ondu Series

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Nov 16, 2025

The story of Genesis 4 calls us to check our hearts, to deal with anger and jealousy, and to worship God sincerely. It also assures us that no matter how dark sin becomes, God’s mercy shines brighter. He still speaks, still warns, still forgives, and still calls us to return to Him.

Genesis Chapter 4: The First Family and the Birth of Violence Introduction Genesis chapter 4 continues the story of humanity after the fall. It introduces the first family born outside the Garden of Eden—Adam, Eve, and their two sons, Cain and Abel. This chapter reveals how quickly sin spread ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Money Talks Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 20, 2006

What is your use of money saying about you?

Introduction: A. One evening a husband was balancing the checkbook and said to his wife, “You know the old saying, ‘money talks’? Well, ours just said, ’So long!’” 1. I know that we all feel that way sometimes, don’t we? 2. The world we live in runs on money, and it seems that we never have enough ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Forsaking All For The Wrong Reasons Series

Contributed by Harvey Earls on Feb 29, 2016

3 times that something was more important than God

Sermon for Sunday April 19, 2018 Obadiah Part 1 The story is told of two ducks and a frog who lived happily together in a farm pond. The best of friends, the three would amuse themselves and play together in their waterhole. When the hot summer days came, however, the pond began to dry up, and soon ...read more

Scripture: Obadiah 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Stand In The Gap: Clear And Present Danger Series

Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Jan 9, 2014

Sermon on Sexual Sin in the Church

Two weeks ago, we started a series entitled "Stand in the Gap", based upon Ezekiel 22:30. In short, God looked at Israel and found a very corrupt nation with no man that would "stand in the gap" and stand for what was holy and right. Today, we see the same thing in our country; there are many, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13

Denomination: Bible Church

The Spirit-Filled Life (Part 4) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jan 15, 2024

When the Holy Spirit fights against our sinful desires, when we follow the Spirit’s leading and let Him guide our lives, and when we start seeing the fruit of the Spirit ripening in and around us—that’s holiness. That’s God’s ultimate goal for our lives.

The Spirit-filled Life (4) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 6/11/2017 For the past few weeks we’ve been exploring key passages of Scripture that teach us vital truths about who the Holy Spirit is and what He is anxious to do in our lives. In the first week, we learned about ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-25

Denomination: Christian Church

Take Off Your Mask

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on May 4, 2021

Written in 2020, this message applies to all fear; but especially addresses fear of the Corona Virus. Fear is part of the human condition; but our fears would cease if we would place our hope in Jesus Christ, instead of our false securities.

I’ve entitled our sermon for this morning, “Take Off Your Mask and Be Unafraid.” All of us want to feel as though we have a good handle on life and that nothing ever shakes us; but in reality, we are fearful creatures. So, what are some common fears we might see? Well, some people fear growing ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:18, 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

Wild Waves Of The Sea Casting Up Their Own Shame – Jude 1:13 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 23, 2022

Have you ever seen a wild sea with wild waves casting up from the sea floor filth and debris and putrid things? That is the next image Jude uses to describe false teachers. That is what their doctrines and behaviour are like. We then look at wild waves in scripture.

WILD WAVES OF THE SEA CASTING UP THEIR OWN SHAME – Jude 1:13 Jude has been decrying false teachers and using quite stunning metaphors to describe them. In previous messages we did these and saw that each one paralleled what Peter also wrote, for he too, addressed those bring havoc into the ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:13, Isaiah 57:20, Matthew 23:15, Revelation 16:11, Revelation 20:14, Jeremiah 51:42, 2 Samuel 22:1-7, 2 Samuel 22:5, Psalm 42:7, Psalm 107:23-29, Psalm 65:7, Matthew 8:23-27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Alert! Series

Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Mar 17, 2008

The Bible teaches us that we are to be alert watching for the return of Jesus

"Be ALERT!" There are many Christians WAITING for the return of Jesus Christ -- but not that many who are WATCHING for the return of Christ! The Bible doesn’t teach us to wait for His return; we are to WATCH for His return! What then is the difference between WAITING and WATCHING? Would you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Pride & Humility Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 12, 2012

The proud are caught up in illusions about themselves. Humility helps us submit to God’s definition of reality rather than ours.

We’re starting a new series on the Seven Deadly Sins and their corresponding Heavenly Virtues. With every negative command in Scripture there’s a related positive duty; for every “Thou shall not” there is a “Thou shall”. Sin is our ruin, virtue our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Congregational

Avoiding Catastrophe

Contributed by Brad Froese on Oct 6, 2004

One day, mankind will face the stark reality of eternity. Today, every man and woman is faced with the decision of a lifetime: choose life by the blood of Jesus Christ, or let the pride, the sin, and all the mistakes, which stand between us and God separ

(Making the big decisions too late.) Open: The story of loosing my brother Kenny. My desperate hope that he’s in Heaven with the Lord, but I’m just not sure if that’s true or not. I stood there in my room alone after he died, weeping to God, wishing I could say a final goodbye, tell him how much ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Earthquakes Examined Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 20, 2021

The first thing I learned about earthquakes in the New Testament is that they can be completely positive with no harmful effects. Our text is a case in point. Paul and Silas are delivered from prison by the violent earthquake that opened all the doors.

It was in Santa Clara, California, in the summer of 1988 that Lavonne and I experienced our one and only earthquake. We were in a motel and the bed began to vibrate like it does when you put a quarter in the machine at the side of the bed. It only lasted a few seconds, but even that made ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:22-34

How To Be Happy Or Blessed Instead Of Miserable

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1A. Blessed are the poor in spirit - Jesus is saying that happiness comes from recognizing that we are humanly sinful, in debt to God for everything, & find our sufficiency only in His grace.

1A. Blessed are the poor in spirit - Jesus is saying that happiness comes from recognizing that we are humanly sinful, in debt to God for everything, & find our sufficiency only in His grace. By admitting that we are dependent on the Lord for everything we are giving Christ His rightful place as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In The Pierced Heart Of The Crucified Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 20, 2010

The essence of the Christian liturgy goes beyond the synagogue service and has as its essential feature universality of time, place and people.

Feast of St. Cecilia Nov 22 2010 Spirit of the Liturgy On this Celebration of St. Cecilia’s Day, it is most fitting that the Book of Revelations opens up to us the vision of the Lamb on His throne. From heaven comes the voice of God–not thunder and lightning–but a sweet and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:1-5

Denomination: Catholic

Ministry Builder V Ministry Blockers Pt 1 Foundation Series

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Nov 21, 2008

Get the foundation and we can all be different You can also listen to this message at www.preaching.co.nr (March 2008)

Ministry Builders & Ministry Blockers pt 1 Before we can build, need something to build upon, a foundation, no foundation it all folly 100% certain to fall down. 1. No other Foundation for US to build our Life, Future, home, family, Church Upon other than Jesus ……1Cor 310By the grace God has ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God