Sermons on Short Term Relief:

Lessons From The Memories Of England – With Applications Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 27, 2022

A new culture always means new experiences. Here are some thoughts developed from some places I saw in England, with Christian applications. The Church age hastens to an end. Be real for the Lord, because the Lord is real with us. God hates shams.

LESSONS FROM THE MEMORIES OF ENGLAND – WITH APPLICATIONS This is a message/talk that best needs photos or data projector material, but you have to imagine the scenes and a few of them you can look up on line for the photos. When you are in another country so many things can be different. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:5, Ecclesiastes 1:15, Isaiah 40:3, Isaiah 52:14, Isaiah 53:2, Psalm 119:105, Psalm 119:10-11, 2 Timothy 2:15, Jeremiah 18:15-16, Revelation 21:3-4, Psalm 1:3, Jeremiah 52:14, Ephesians 2:13-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why You Should Fast Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 3, 2021

God has designed your growth to happen through spiritual disciples such as Bible study, prayer & fasting, and attending worship regularly.

Many of you love to measure your progress. You can measure your progress in so many areas of your life. Tools are available to measure your Body Mass Index where you assess your body fat. You can measure your carbon footprint so to know your impact upon the climate. Athletes will measure the size ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:11-12, 1 Thessalonians 5:23, Revelation 21:27, Matthew 6:16, Matthew 4:1-4, Hebrews 10:24-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

A Return To Civility: 6 Do Not Murder Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jul 27, 2024

This message looks at the 6th commandment, Do not Murder. It seems like an easy one to keep, but what happens when we broaden it out?

A Sunday school teacher was discussing the Ten Commandments with her five and six-year-olds. After explaining the commandment to "honour thy father and thy mother," she asked, "Is there a commandment that teaches us how to treat our brothers and sisters?" Without missing a beat, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

What Are The Keys Of The Kingdom? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2025

Jesus entrusts believers with real spiritual authority, inviting us to pray boldly and trust God’s wisdom as we partner with Him to bring heaven to earth.

Some of you jingled a set of keys on your way in today. House keys. Car keys. Office keys. Each one says, “You belong here. You can open this.” Keys are tiny, but they carry quiet authority. They don’t raise their voice. They don’t flash and flare. They simply turn, and doors obey. That’s why the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:19

Topics: Keys, Authority

That's What He Does PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 12, 2025

Trusting God’s presence and power enables us to face life’s giants with courage, knowing victory comes not by our strength but by His.

Friends, some days feel like valley mornings. The ground is dewy, the air is cool, and yet a shout echoes across the field—a taunt that rattles your resolve. Bills that won’t budge. A diagnosis that won’t back down. A regret that won’t release its grip. We know the scene. We’ve heard the voice. And ...read more

Topics: God's Provision, Divine Help, Faith

From Despair To Hope Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 30, 2021

Paul comes to the end of his rope, but he does not come to the end of his hope. He had no resource in himself, and all he could do was to surrender his life and future to the providence of God.

Paul Aurandt tells the story of one of the fastest rising young singers back in the early 50's. He was called the Romantic Voice Of America. Teenage girls would give anything to see him, but he never appeared anywhere. He was not even seen in photographs. He was strictly a radio voice. Soon ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:8-11

Pray, Trust, Vote, And Rest Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Nov 4, 2024

As Election Day nears, Christians should do 4 things: Pray for peace and guidance, Trust God’s sovereignty like Daniel, Vote thoughtfully with biblical values, and Rest in God’s control, knowing He holds the future.

### ** Introduction** Video Ill.: Pray and Trust — Freebridge Media (Transcript of video:   Sometimes it’s difficult to see God in America. The principles on which we were founded Are no longer the principles by which we live. We have slowly forgotten Where our freedom came from. We have ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, Psalm 46:10, Matthew 5:13-16, Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Yield Not To Temptation PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 20, 2025

Resisting temptation requires recognizing its deceptive nature, relying on God’s strength and wisdom, and trusting His grace to overcome sin’s destructive pull.

If you’ve ever stood in front of the pantry at midnight, telling yourself, “Just a nibble,” you know something about the tug of temptation. It doesn’t always stride into the room; it sidles. It winks. It whispers. It promises comfort, relief, maybe a little spark of excitement. Everyone knows that ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-15

Topics: Lust, Temptation

Stress Management

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 14, 2000

A Biblical model for managing stress

Stress Management Daniel 3 April 18, 1999 Morning Service Introduction I. The Biosphere A. The purpose: Team of scientist created a world inside a giant bubble, the goal was to create simulated living conditions for humans underground, the site was tested by the team - they lived in the structure ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Church Of God

Hanging On Through The Hairpin Curves (Managing Stress) Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jul 3, 2001

A Biblical model for managing stress

Stress Management Daniel 3 April 18, 1999 Morning Service Introduction I. The Biosphere A. The purpose: Team of scientist created a world inside a giant bubble, the goal was to create simulated living conditions for humans underground, the site was tested by the team - they lived in the structure ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Church Of God

Shall We Continue In Sin

Contributed by Scott Snyder on Mar 9, 2001

It seems a bit silly for Paul to ask, "Shall we continue in sin?"

Shall We Continue In Sin? Pastor Scott D. Snyder Romans 6:1-7 Introduction: The world today—High School shootings, sexual assault, hate crimes, homosexuality, alcoholism, pornography, domestic violence, drug addictions, child abuse. [Expound] And in the midst of this Paul ask in Romans 6:1, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-7

Denomination: Church Of God

2 Steps To The Door

Contributed by Lynn Loe on Aug 29, 2001

Addresses the need for repentance in order to turn the tide within the church. So as to attract rather than repel new visitors and converts.

2 Steps To The Door Ps 51:10-13 10 Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. 11 Do not cast me away from Thy presence, and do not take Thy Holy Spirit from me. 12 Restore to me the joy of Thy salvation, and sustain me with a willing spirit. 13 {Then} I will teach ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-13

Denomination: Methodist

An Interview In Hell

Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on Jan 18, 2010

The mention of the place called hell brings different responses. Some people are concerned and are moved to share Jesus with the lost. Others react with fear and come to Jesus for salvation. Still others react with hatred and revolt and say it is not a

AN INTERVIEW IN HELL Luke 16:19-31 Intro: The mention of the place called hell brings different responses. Some people are concerned and are moved to share Jesus with the lost. Others react with fear and come to Jesus for salvation. Still others react with hatred and revolt and say it is not a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:18-31

Denomination: Baptist

Does Jesus Care?

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jun 16, 2007

A wonderful invitation for the times when we feel "God-forsaken"

Does Jesus Care? Heb. 4:15 INTRO.: Sometimes, when we suffer deeply, we are led to wonder if God cares about our suffering. The songwriter, Frank E. Graeff was led to ask, “Does Jesus Care?” His verses ask question after question about God’s concern for our needs, but the answer does not come ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Reconnecting With Prayer Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Mar 23, 2014

FOUR THINGS I KNOW I SACRIFICE WHEN I'M NOT RECONNECTING WITH GOD IN PRAYER.

Reconnecting with Prayer Isaiah 40:27-31 9/8/13 Introduction Video: Connecting with GOD through Prayer  What if prayer is more about reconnecting than meetings, lists chains, requests, petitions, intercessions? T.S. The Poet David gives us gives us a look at what we sacrifice when we do ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:27-31

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance