Sermons on Severity:

Faith In Trouble

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Mar 25, 2002

Believer’s can make several declarations of faith concerning God when they are in trouble.

Faith on the Offense Believer’s can make several declarations of faith concerning God when in trouble. (Unbelievers can’t) 1 - The Lord is My Shield. (v. 3 a) [Excuse me while I get excited!!!!] 1. Enemies on every side – but, God encircles me!!! (“behind, before and on” Ps. 139:5) Ps. 23:5 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

When The Wine Runs Out

Contributed by Ernest Flores on Oct 18, 2000

There are several interesting ideas in this text, one of which is how this is an example of Jesus’ family relationships.

There are several interesting ideas in this text, one of which is how this is an example of Jesus’ family relationships. Jesus’ mother tried to tell her son what to do concerning his earthly ministry, and Jesus gave a response that seems to have been less than respectful. He says in verse 4, ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Relationships--Places For Support And Accountability" Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 5, 2006

We cannot be solo Christians. The Christian life is lived out in community for several reasons.

1 John 4:7-21 “Relationships—Places for Support and Accountability” INTRODUCTION The poet John Donne penned the words, “No man is an island. No man stands alone. Each man’s joy is joy to me, each man’s grief is my own.” Later his words were turn into a top selling record in the 60’s. Perhaps ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Where Is God When You Need Him?

Contributed by James Lowe on Oct 14, 2006

Sometimes people go through trials that are severe they may question where God is.

Where is God when you need him? Psalm 42:3 “My tears have been my meat day and night, while they continually say unto me, where is thy God?” This was a very low point in David’s life. It is the cry of a man far removed from the outward ordinances and worship of God, sighing for the long loved ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Seven Sorts Of Simple Fools

Contributed by John White on Nov 22, 2006

This parable contains several characteristics that are common to those who leave God out of their lives.

SEVERAL SORTS OF SIMPLE FOOLS Luke 12:16-23 Introduction: Have you ever felt foolish? That you did something to make a fool of yourself? Did you ever look at someone and say, "That person is a fool.." We simple Bible believing Christians are seen by the unbelieving world as fools. They ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:16-23

Denomination: Baptist

Stand Fast In The Lord

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Feb 8, 2007

There are several postures available to us in our Christian life but we are commanded to "stand fast".

STAND FAST IN THE LORD "Therefore, my beloved and longed-for brethren, my joy and my crown, so stand fast in the Lord, beloved." Philippians 4:1. I. THE COMMAND IS TO "STAND FAST". We have several options that are available to us in our Christian life. We may lie down: "Therefore He says: ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1

Denomination: Baptist

Give Thanks!

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 24, 2008

A sermon for Thanksgiving (outline and several thoughts from an article by Nancy Tester in Pray Magazine)

Sermon for 11/23/2008 HoHum: Ephesians 5:20- always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 Thessalonians 5:18- give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. WBTU: A. Yes, but is God ever going to help us with ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The God Of My Refuge Is Here

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Oct 10, 2008

Let us look at several principles of getting help in times of our personal troubles.

The God of My Refuge is Here: Psalm 91 Introduction: Everyone from one time to another will face troubles in their life. Someone once said, “You’re either in a trial, just came out of one, or you’re about to enter into one.” As morbid as that sounds, I believe that there is some truth in this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Sermon

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Oct 19, 2005

Funeral sermon for Rubie Campbell, church member and shut-in for last several years.

1 Corinthians 15:54-58 Rubie Campbell Gaither Tape Playing Introduction I want to read to you a passage from the book of 1 Corinthians. “So when this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, and this mortal shall have put on immortality, then shall be brought to pass the saying that is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:54-58

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Amazed?

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Feb 26, 2005

Use several scriptures where the word amazed is used to describe peoples response to Jesus.

Are You amazed? Sometimes I think it is hard to amaze me any more. As a kid, I always watched the magician’s hands. Occasionally, I cause them reaching in a pocket or flipping the platter over before the Audience could see the bowl was glued to the surface or the levitating lady was on a firm ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:47-48

Denomination: Congregational

Minister One To Another

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Sep 26, 2005

This messager describes several ways we carry out the command to "Minister One to Another."

Minister One to Another Romans 12:3-5 Ecc. 4:9-10 I Thess 5:11 The Apostle Paul in his writings teaches that we are to “minister to one another.” One of the hardest times in my life was when I started high school in a new city, Sterling, Kansas. I moved from Gypsum to Sterling a city four times ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-5

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Process

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 9, 2012

Spiritual and Physical growth involves several key ingredients. First, both involve intimacy.

The Process John 3:1-8NKJ There was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. 2 This man came to Jesus by night and said to Him, “Rabbi, we know that You are a teacher come from God; for no one can do these signs that You do unless God is with ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Magnificat Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 13, 2012

In this lesson we learn that there are several ways in which every Christian should praise God.

Scripture We are studying the Gospel of Luke in a sermon series I am calling “To Seek and To Save the Lost.” Today I would like to study the passage in which we learn about Mary’s song of praise that is known as “The Magnificat.” Last week I mentioned that Luke gave ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-56

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Perfect Redeemer : The First Christmas

Contributed by Vicki Williamson on Dec 19, 2017

Several 100 of years before the first Christmas, God promised the redeemer would come.

Several 100 of years before the first Christmas, God promised the redeemer would come. God declares through His prophet Isaiah a promise to a people who say they are God's chosen yet they have turned away from the Living God. Let us read Isaiah 59:20 “The Redeemer will come to Zion (Jerusalem), ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:12-13, Luke 2:25-32, Luke 2:10-14

Letter To The Pergamum Congregation Series

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on May 24, 2015

Compromising in holiness is far more dangerous than severe persecution of a congregation and individual Christian.

Verse 12 - Jesus introduces Himself as having a two-edged sword. The significance of that will be plainly understood later in this letter. Verse 13 - Jesus first tells the congregation that He knows that one of the greatest challenges they must deal with is dwelling where they do - Pergamum - ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ