Sermons on Shielding:

Idolatry Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 10, 2022

The nation of Israel is warned that they’ll soon face tests of idolatry and that sometimes these tests will come from the most unexpected places—from within their own circles.

Idolatry Jeffery Anselmi / General Tested- Faith in the Struggle / Idolatry; Faithful / Deuteronomy 13:1–13 The nation of Israel is warned that they’ll soon face tests of idolatry and that sometimes these tests will come from the most unexpected places—from within their own circles. ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 13:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Troubles Are Temporary

Contributed by Mason Davis on Jul 19, 2025

That troubles don't last, so do let them get you down.

TROUBLES ARE TEMPORARY By: C. Mason Davis Late one night a burglar broke into a house and while he was sneaking around, he heard a voice say, “Jesus is watching you.” He looked around and saw nothing. He kept on creeping and again heard, “Jesus is watching you.” In a dark corner, he saw a cage ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:17

Elijah: Thriving In The Valleys Of Victory And Depression Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 15, 2025

Through our times of victory and of depression, God shows himself to be a faithful provider

INTRODUCTION TITLE SLIDE • Have you ever noticed that some of the hardest valleys in life come right after your highest mountaintops? • You finish a big project, and the next day you feel strangely empty. • You step out in faith, see God answer, and a week later you’re questioning ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:20-46, 1 Kings 19:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

David The Warrior Series

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Sep 21, 2024

David's experience as a warrior is unparalleled. There is a huge amount we can learn from him when it comes to fighting battles. The biggest lesson of all is that the decisive factor in a battle is God being with us.

INTRODUCTION Today we’re returning to our series on ‘Learning from David’ and looking at the subject of ‘David the warrior.’ I thought we’d look at this subject this way. We’ll start by thinking about David and consider three questions. Did David fight? Why did he fight? And how did he fight? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 12:1

Denomination: Baptist

God's Building

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Mar 9, 2025

I Corinthians 3:9 tells us that WE are God's building. God's Word is the code book that gives us good directions as to the best way to build our lives.

Alba 3-9-2025 GOD'S BUILDING I Corinthians 3:9-15 Alba Christian Church began when a church building was constructed in one day. It was on Memorial Day, May 31, 1911, that more than 100 people came together, did their work, and were able to hold a dedication service in the new building at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:9-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Walk Away PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 11, 2023

Explores God's faithfulness during trials, emphasizing that temptations are opportunities for spiritual growth and God always provides a way out.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters, to this beautiful gathering of souls, each one of us brought together by a shared faith and a common purpose. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment, drawn together by the hand of a loving and merciful God. It is a precious opportunity to bask in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

Topics: When To Walk Away

Lead Us Not Into Temptation - Matthew 4 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Feb 3, 2025

Baptized, anointed and presented to the world as GOD’s Beloved Son, JESUS is led by the Spirit into the Wilderness, where HE defeats temptation with GOD’s WORD, and then begins HIS ministry in calling the world to repentance to enter GOD’s Kingdom.

2025.02.02. Sermon Notes. Matthew 4 – MINISTRY BEGINS with the Temptation of Christ. Battling Temptation with GOD’s WORD. LEAD us not into Temptation! William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: After being baptized, anointed and presented to the world as GOD’s Beloved Son, JESUS is led by the Spirit into the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13, Matthew 4:1-25, James 1:13, Deuteronomy 8:3, Psalm 91:11-12, Deuteronomy 6:16, Deuteronomy 6:13, James 4:7, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Hebrews 4:14-16, Ephesians 6:11-17, Isaiah 9:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Power In The Name Of Jesus! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 8, 2024

Explores Jesus' divine sovereignty, emphasizing His role as our primary choice, a radical transformer of our lives, and a conqueror over evil forces.

Good morning, beloved! Isn't it a wonderful day to gather together and bask in the love and grace of our Lord Jesus Christ? We've come together today to focus our hearts and minds on the King of Kings, the Lord of Lords, the name above all names - Jesus Christ. The great preacher Charles Spurgeon ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:9-11

Topics: Jesus, Everything

God's Protection SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 27, 2023

Help to give assurance of God's protection in troubled times.

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather here today, we find ourselves in the midst of a world that seems to be in constant turmoil. The news headlines are filled with stories of conflict, disaster, and uncertainty. It's easy to feel overwhelmed, to feel as if the ground beneath ...read more

Topics: Trusting God, Time Of Fear

How Jesus Looked To His Father For Help In His Time Of Need

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. When Jesus felt weak He looked to His Father for strength, power and energy to His challenges.

1. When Jesus felt weak He looked to His Father for strength, power and energy to His challenges. The Lord Jesus recalled the words of David, "The Lord is my strength and my shield; my hearts trusts in him and I am helped." (Psa. 28:7a) Ask the Lord to strengthen, encourage and empower you to do ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 28:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Can The Lord Help Us Overcome Oppression From Demonic Powers?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Be sure that you consistently equip yourself for every spiritual battle. Be confident in the Lord’s ability to fight every battle in, through, with and for you

What are some of the Biblical means of helping people be freed from demonic oppression? 1. Paul, the apostle, gives us a great formula for fighting every good fight of faith in Ephesians 6. Paul writes, "Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hope For The Future Series

Contributed by Chuck Hendrix on Feb 15, 2001

We have four reasons to put our hope in the FUTURE!

HOPE FOR THE FUTURE… By Chuck Hendrix 1PE 1:3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 4 and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade--kept in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What's Right With The Church

Contributed by Don Hutto on May 3, 2001

Anybody can tell what’s wrong with the church but we need to emphasize what’s right with the church.

What’s Right With The Church Matthew 16:13-18 I. Introduction My wife and I had the opportunity to be out of town this last weekend, and we visited another church. As soon as service was over I caught myself pointing out what was wrong with the church. Their bulletin was different than ours. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing Who Your Friends Are

Contributed by Lauro C Hernandez on Sep 25, 2002

WE LIVE IN A TIME THAT WE REGRET HAVING CERTAIN PEOPLE AS FRIENDS. WHO SHOULD BE OUR FRIENDS? FIND OUT!

A FRIEND OF GOD – A FRIEND OF US (JAS 2:23) INTRO:Jesus demonstrated the need and importance of a friend when He mentioned in Jn 15:15”I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master’s business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my ...read more

Scripture: James 2:23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What To Do With Your Faith

Contributed by Ron Crow on Mar 7, 2003

We must realize that faith is not a commodity to be gained, but a life to be demonstrated.

What to Do with Your Faith Selected Scripture Introduction We operate on faith everyday...just not always faith in God. Illustration: Faith is central to all of life. For example, you go to a doctor whose name you cannot pronounce and whose degrees you have never verified. He gives you a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, 1 John 5:4

Denomination: Baptist