Sermons on Shrewdness:

The Curse Of Answered Prayer - 1 Samuel 8-9,12 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Aug 1, 2025

Israel rejected God as their king in ch.8-9. But chapter 12 gives hope for all of us who have made similar bad decisions. We are not permanently separated from God’s plan for us.

Introduction We are in the midst of a very quick overview of the first half of 1 Samuel preparing ourselves for an in-depth study of the life of David. We left off last week at the end of chapter seven, where the Israelites have about the sweetest deal they ever had going. They came to God in ...read more

Spiritual Collapse - When You Don't Delight In God's Will - 1 Samuel 14 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Aug 12, 2025

Jonathan climbed cliffs by faith; Saul stumbled by pride. Witness the stark contrast between trust and self-reliance.

Introduction: Saul in Trouble If you were here last week you remember that Saul is in deep trouble in Gibeah. He sent almost his whole army home, just keeping a standing force of 3000. And Jonathan attacks the Philistines. The Philistines respond with absolutely staggering force - thousands of ...read more

Working With What You Have PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2025

God values faithful stewardship of whatever we’re given, no matter how small, and calls us to trust Him and courageously use our gifts for His glory.

Some of God’s best work begins with something small. A seed the size of a freckle. A lunch packed by a mom. A shepherd boy with a sling. A widow with two coins. Our Father loves to place grace in small packages and watch courage unwrap them. You may feel your life is “just” a handful of minutes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Topics: Growth, Stewardship, Increase

God Bless America's Leaders

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 31, 2001

The failure of earthly Kings and the successful reign of the Divine King.

God Bless America: I Kings Slide show from Pat on God Bless America. Video Clip from the Patriot- “I failed because I did nothing!” Theme: The failure of earthly Kings and the successful reign of the Divine King. Key Verses: I Kings 9:4,5 4 "As for you, if you walk before me in integrity of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 9:4-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Mother’s Faith Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 8, 2010

In celebrating a Mother’s Faith we see 1) Faith in Perception 2) Faith in Planning & 3) Faith in Providence.

Mother’s Day is always the second Sunday in May. The first Mother’s Day observance was a church service honoring Mrs. Anna Reese Jarvis, held at Anna Jarvis’s request in Grafton, West Virginia, and in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on May 10, 1908. Canada was one of the first nation’s to pick up the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-10

Denomination: Other

Curing Church Conflict-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 8, 2011

3 of 3. James revealed the solution for conflict within the local church body. There is a known cure for conflict within the local church. But how is it challenged? The cure for church conflict is challenged by our....

CURING CHURCH CONFLICT—III—James 4:1-17 Attention: A zookeeper wanted to get some extra animals for his zoo, so he decided to compose a letter. The only problem was that he didn’t know the plural of "mongoose." He started the letter: "To whom it may concern, I need two mongeese." No, that wouldn’t ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Curing Church Conflict-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 6, 2014

2 of 3. James revealed the solution to conflict within the local church body. Church conflict can be cured. But how? The cure for church conflict is challenged/hindered by....

CURING CHURCH CONFLICT—II—James 4:1-17 Attention: A man limps into a hospital to have his foot X-rayed, & is asked to wait for the results. Some time later an orderly appears & hands the man a large pill. As he’s handed the pill, a mother with a small child in need of immediate ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

You Got What You Wanted, But You Lost What You Had!

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 7, 2018

We must guard against pursuing our desires at the expense of do what honours God. Christians, especially, can lose effectiveness in service if they fail to consider the cost of their choices.

GENESIS 25:29-34 YOU GOT WHAT YOU WANTED, BUT YOU LOST WHAT YOU HAD! [1] Once when Jacob was cooking stew, Esau came in from the field, and he was exhausted. And Esau said to Jacob, “Let me eat some of that red stew, for I am exhausted!” (Therefore, his name was called Edom.) Jacob said, “Sell me ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:29-34

Denomination: Baptist

A Competent Wife/Woman-6 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 17, 2015

6 of ? The writer of Proverbs detailed a successful marriage from the standpoint of a competent wife. A wife’s competence completes a successful marriage. Who is a competent wife? A competent wife/woman...

A COMPETENT WIFE-part 6—Proverbs 31:10-31 Attention: Competence is something needed in all areas of life. Every grade school, collegiate or professional sport demands competence. Fishing—Every successful tournament demands competence on the part of the fishermen/women. Boat ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Freedom Of Choice Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014

Have you ever thought about how through the centuries God has preserved the Jewish people and they have maintained their identity even though they have been scattered all over the planet Earth? Why? Because God preserved them.

INTRODUCTION Today we are going to be talking about the sovereign selection of God, the Grace of God, the gracious character of God. You know there is so much in the Bible I do not understand, but I just accept it and believe it. I don’t have to understand it for me to believe it. I heard ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:4-18

Denomination: Baptist

At The Intersection Of Expectation And Disappointment

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 16, 2019

John was disillusioned when he questioned whether Jesus was the Messiah. Studying this incident will assist us to avoid becoming disillusioned in Christ.

“When John heard in prison about the deeds of the Christ, he sent word by his disciples and said to him, ‘Are you the one who is to come, or shall we look for another?’ And Jesus answered them, ‘Go and tell John what you hear and see: the blind receive their sight and the lame walk, lepers are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

Worldliness & The Jealousy Of God - James 4:4-6a Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Oct 3, 2021

How can you derive comfort and joy from God's jealousy?

James 4:1 What causes wars and battles among you? Don’t they come from your desires that wage war within you? 2 You covet something but don’t get it – you murder. And you envy, but you cannot have [what you want] - you battle and war. You do not have, because you do not ask. 3 When you ask, you do ...read more

Scripture: James 4:4-6

2 Samuel Part 3

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Aug 11, 2024

NASB

This is "one of the most famous and tragic events of David’s life. We will pay close attention to how the storyteller presents the narrative, taking care to learn as much as we can while focusing on the primary message being communicated. Perhaps the question is not whether we will fail, but ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Does God Change His Mind? Exploring Nacham In 1 Samuel 15 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Aug 13, 2025

If God is immutable and unchanging, why does the Bible speak of him changing his mind?

For free audio or video download of this message, visit https://www.treasuringgod.com/sermons-by-scripture or my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@DarrellFerguson. 1 Samuel 15:10 Then the word of the LORD came to Samuel: 11 "I am grieved that I have made Saul king, because he has ...read more

The Heart Of Saul: Lessons From A People-Pleaser - 1 Samuel 15:24 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Aug 27, 2025

Are you living for the applause of people or the approval of God? Discover how Saul’s fear of man led to his downfall and how you can break free.

For free audio or video download of this message, visit https://www.treasuringgod.com/sermons-by-scripture or my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@DarrellFerguson. 1 Samuel 15:24 Then Saul said to Samuel, "I have sinned. I violated the LORD's command and your instructions. I was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:24