Sermons on Self Sufficiency:

The Great Exchange: Trading Worry For Worship

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 11, 2025

Exploring Jesus' timeless cure for anxiety, this sermon calls listeners to make the great exchange—trading the illogical, faithless burden of worry for a life of worship that seeks first the Kingdom of a Father who knows and provides for their every need.

Introduction: The Tyranny of "What If?" Good morning, beloved. There is a quiet tyranny that seeks to rule our hearts. It is not an invading army or a foreign power. It is a voice in our own minds, and its weapon is two simple words: "What if?" It is the tyrant that wakes you at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Identity Of A Carpenter

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Mar 12, 2006

Most important question of our day and our life is who is this man Jesus? Three biblical answers, He is Sovereign, He is Savior, His is Shepard

Intro: It is the most important question of our day. Movies like the Da Vinchi code, Discovery specials, and time magazine articles are all saying who is this man? Are you ready to give them and accurate and timely response? Paul said we should always be ready to give a reason for the hope ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

How To Identify An Abuser Of Authority

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 3, 2006

Let us identify twenty of the characteristics of abusers of the truth, their positions of authority and their opportunities

How to Identify an Abuser of Authority (2 Cor 11:12-20) "I would die before taking your money. I’m giving nobody grounds for lumping me in with those money grubbing preachers vaunting themselves as something special. They’re a sorry bunch - pseudo apostles, lying preachers, crooked workers - ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:12-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walking In The Newness Of Life Series

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on May 20, 2011

You can walk in the newness of life because God makes a difference, God makes us distinctive, and God makes us determined.

Sunday, August 31, 2008 “Walking in the Newness of Life” Text: Romans 6:4 We should now be able to proudly proclaim that we are free from the addiction of sin. After our 12 steps in nine weeks program which was designed to break that addiction, every one of us should be able to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4

Denomination: Baptist

Marriage And Matters Of The Heart (Matthew 19:1-30)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Feb 5, 2026

In Matthew 19, the Lord Jesus teaches lessons on the sanctity of marriage, the blessing of children, and how to detect a false convert.

Matthew 19:1-10: These verses deal with the sanctity of marriage. The LORD and His disciples had just left the region of Galilee and were now heading to Judea. On the way, He healed those who were sick and in need of His help. The crowds are waiting for Him in Judea, but so are His enemies, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-30, Mark 10:17-22, Luke 18:18-23, Psalm 127:5, Deuteronomy 6:7, Colossians 3:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On A Steadfast Spirit

Contributed by William Meakin on Oct 16, 2025

A steadfast spirit is a state of unwavering resolve, firm belief, and resolute purpose that remains fixed despite challenges.

Nelson Mandela, a South-African activist and former president once remarked: "The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." James 1:2-4 reminds us: “Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58, Psalm 51:10, James 1:12, 2 Timothy 1:7

The Cost Of Discipleship Of Jesus (2 Of 3) Series

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 23, 2004

Discipleship was not simply a program through which Jesus ran the disciples. Discipleship was life.

Jesus clearly sets the conditions of entrance into discipleship. In Luke 14:25-33 He emphasizes the cost that disciples must pay in following Him. Anyone who wishes to be Christ’s disciples must meet Christ’s demands involving one’s family, self and possessions. Family Jesus declares; “If anyone ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Growing In Godliness: A Blueprint For Spiritual Transformation (2 Peter 1:5-8) Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 14, 2024

In 2 Peter 1:5-8. In this passage, the apostle Peter outlines a blueprint for spiritual growth and maturity, offering practical steps for believers to cultivate godly character. Let us delve into this scripture to discover how we can be transformed by truth and grow in our relationship with God.

Growing in Godliness: A Blueprint for Spiritual Transformation Introduction: Today, we delve into the transformative wisdom found in 2 Peter 1:5-8. These verses provide a blueprint for spiritual growth and maturity, guiding believers on the path to godliness. Let us explore each virtue listed by ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-8, Matthew 7:24-27, James 2:26, Romans 5:3-4, 2 Timothy 2:22, John 13:34-35, 1 John 4:7-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Fear Overrides Faith Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 23, 2025

This is the 3rd Sermon from Genesis about the life of Abraham, "Called To Promise".

Series: Called To Promise [#3] WHEN FEAR OVERRIDES FAITH Genesis 12:10-20 Introduction: In our text, we witness a compelling moment in Abram’s journey of faith, illustrating how fear can threaten to overshadow trust in God's promises. As Abram sojourned in the land of Canaan, a severe ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Resolutions And New Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 28, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative power of faith in Christ, the role of the Holy Spirit, and the practical application of faith in daily life.

Welcome, brothers and sisters in Christ, to this blessed gathering where we share in the wisdom of the Word and the fellowship of our faith. We are here today to delve into the profound and life-changing truth of 2 Corinthians 5:17, "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Topics: New Life, Jesus

Christ Gave Himself For Me !

Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on May 14, 2005

This sermon warns of the danger of trying to ad or take away from the grace of God. How can sinful, unregenerate, fallen man do anything towards their salvation. When they try to, what actually happens is they destroy the grace of God.

CHRIST GAVE HIMSELF FOR ME May 8th 2005 Intro : There are some things we just cannot mix together no matter how hard we try. Oil and water put into a grass will not mix together, despite our best efforts they will still separate on their own. Much the same way we must not mix anything to the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Surviving Or Thriving? Series

Contributed by Mark Olson on Jul 6, 2007

Are you just surviving or thriving? Learn why and how to thrive in God’s word.

Surviving or Thriving? Acts 17:1-12 Pastor Mark Olson 7/8/07 Some People Only Survive...Never Learn to Thrive Story: Boy Scouts survival camp; TV “Man vs Wild” Spiritually thrive - God’s power must be present & at work in your life But how do you/I tap into this power? Answer: means of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-12

Denomination: Holiness

Prepare To Meet Thy God

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 1, 2023

Where is your walk with Christ? Do people see Christ in you?

This is the story of Amos. He was a common man, sheepherder, a layman; dedicated to serving God and his actions spoke for him. God told Amos to warn the Israelites of judgment coming because of their disobedience, complacency, idol worship, they oppressed the poor, they were hypocritical, and they ...read more

Scripture: Amos 4:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

An Anchored Mind: Transformed By Truth 1 Peter 1:13-14 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 6, 2024

In 1 Peter 1:13-14 (NLT), we receive a profound call to prepare our minds for action—a call rooted in the transformative power of God's truth. Join me as we explore how anchoring our minds in truth leads to a transformative journey.

An Anchored Mind: Transformed by Truth 1 Peter 1:13-14 Introduction: In 1 Peter 1:13-14, we receive a profound call to prepare our minds for action—a call rooted in the transformative power of God's truth. Join me as we explore how anchoring our minds in truth leads to a transformative ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13, Romans 12:2, Ephesians 2:8-9, James 1:22, 1 Peter 1:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Interruptions

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jul 5, 2022

Those big interruptions that come into people lives.

. John 16:33-“These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.” Those big interruptions that come into people lives. Those shattering kind of things-the death of a loved one, a ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33

Denomination: Baptist