Sermons on Sincerity Before God:

Mansion, Prayer Room Or Pup Tent?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 6, 2016

Does the Word shape your thoughts about Heaven or old songs and your desires?

This issue has caused me some grief over the years and it is such a petty issue. Yet, some have made it a massive doctrine to be staunchly defended like the Trinity and Substitutionary Atonement. It came up in a discussion of something else tonight so I figured it was a good time to throw it out ...read more

Scripture: John 14:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

A Sabbath For The Hungry, Healing For The Withered

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 8, 2015

Is it lawful to good on the sabbath days?

A SABBATH FOR THE HUNGRY, HEALING FOR THE WITHERED. Mark 2:23-3:6. Jesus said, ‘Blessed are those who hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled’ (Matthew 5:6). The hunger and thirst which He spoke of in that Beatitude is evidently spiritual, but it is amply illustrated in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:23-28, Mark 3:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Epiphany

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 2, 2021

His light is not contingent upon what's going on around you

A customer called the customer service line to complain about a power outage after a big storm, then stopped complaining long enough to ask, “How will I know when my lights are back on?” The customer service agent remained silent for a second, and finally said, “Um, it’ll be brighter than it is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6

Denomination: Catholic

I Am The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 18, 2021

This message is part of the Defining Jesus series looking at the "I AM" statements of the Lord

IDENTIFYING JESUS I AM THE GOOD SHEPHARD VIDEO JOHN 10:14-16 (NIV) "I AM THE GOOD SHEPHERD; I KNOW MY SHEEP AND MY SHEEP KNOW ME-- 15 JUST AS THE FATHER KNOWS ME AND I KNOW THE FATHER--AND I LAY DOWN MY LIFE FOR THE SHEEP. 16 I HAVE OTHER SHEEP THAT ARE NOT OF THIS SHEEP PEN. I MUST BRING ...read more

Scripture: John 10:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus And Nicodemus! Series

Contributed by Larry Vollink on Feb 19, 2021

Do you have a question for Jesus? Nicodemus had one and it changed his life. Listen!

Why was Nicodemus not chosen by Jesus to be one of the 12 Disciples? After the resurrection of Jesus, there were more disciples that were not part of the 'original' disciples, such as Mary Magdalen and Nicodemus, as the book of Acts portrays. From our Biblical history, we know that the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great Shepherd And Those Who Rule

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 18, 2020

Under-shepherds and the Chief Shepherd, that Great Shepherd of the Sheep, Jesus.

THE GREAT SHEPHERD AND THOSE WHO RULE. Hebrews 13:17-25. 1. Those Who Rule Over You. The earlier exhortation to ‘Remember’ our leaders probably implies showing respect to those who are still with us, and honouring those who have since died, by following their example. Scan their lives and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:17-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Only Time Some People Love Truth Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 11, 2023

Jesus' hometown is initially intrigued by His message, but that goes south quickly. What can we learn from them about our desire for truth?

AMAZED: Nazareth was initially impressed with Jesus’ words. - Luke 4:22. - Review the message in vv. 18-19. - There is a mix in their reaction. - On the one hand, they are impressed. - On the other hand, they wonder how such words could come from Joseph’s son. After all, Jesus had been among ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:22-30

Denomination: Baptist

A Letter Of Encouragement- Be Ready Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 15, 2021

This is the 56th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 6th sermon from 1 Thessalonians.

Series: Action [#56] A LETTER OF ENCOURAGEMENT- BE READY 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 Introduction: As we continue to watch the world change drastically, many have predicted that the End Times are very near. This is nothing new. There have been 44 “credible claims” of Jesus’ return date since 500 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Tragic Case With A Glorious End.

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Aug 11, 2021

This is a man who had a condition was hopeless.

A Tragic case with a Glorious end. 1And they came over unto the other side of the sea, into the country of the Gadarenes. 2And when he was come out of the ship, immediately there met him out of the tombs a man with an unclean spirit, 3Who had his dwelling among the tombs; and no man could bind ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Both/And Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 17, 2022

Based on Acts 2:42-47 - Reminds hearers that both discipleship & evangelism are the work of the Church.

“BOTH/AND” Acts 2:42-47 FBCF – 1/16/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – Lot of messages going out to the world today: - Deepak Chopra – Start a pandemic of joy - Jewish rabbi at Bob Saget’s funeral: "Just about how heartbroken everybody is in the world … One of the things that's so amazing about Bob ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Other Unpardonable Sin?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 25, 2024

Can manifestations of evil attributed to the Holy Spirit be blasphemy of Him?

Since blasphemy of the Holy Spirit is attributing the miracles of Christ as coming from the devil could the converse be true as well? Much of what we see in hyper-Charismatic circles are clearly unbiblical manifestations. People clucking like chickens, barking like dogs, hissing like snakes. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:9-10, Ephesians 5:18-21, Jude 1:21-23, 1 Corinthians 14:23, Galatians 5:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Revivals For Philip And Bartholomew Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 21, 2021

How did Philip instantly recognize Jesus and what kind of revival did blunt Bartholomew experience?

How did Philip instantly recognize Jesus and what kind of revival did blunt Bartholomew experience? 1) Philip the Apostle’s Revival Can someone who knows the Bible well instantly recognize Jesus? Called with similar words to other disciples, “Follow Me” (John 1:43 NASB), Philip instantly ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43

Denomination: Baptist

Moving Forward After Mourning Series

Contributed by Diana Tyler on Sep 27, 2023

Samuel stops mourning and moves on

The story of King David begins in 1 Samuel 16. At this time, Israel already had a king named Saul. But Saul was disobedient to God and ultimately was rejected as king. This was disappointing because Saul had been king for 42 years and the prophet Samuel had invested SO much time and energy into ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1

Unless The Lord Builds The House

Contributed by Bramwell Hayes on Nov 2, 2023

The importance of building our lives on Christ

We quite often get flat-pack furniture, furniture that we have to put together. We got Skylar a new bedside cabinet last week. They all come with instructions, but just pictures, no words. I always say that, when it comes to self-assembly furniture instructions, a word paints a thousand pictures. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Extra Mile

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 28, 2025

The world tells us to respond with the same attitude in which we are treated; Jesus calls us to respond with love, grace, and sacrificial service—even to those who don’t deserve it.

The Extra Mile July 27, 2025 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: The world tells us to respond with the same attitude in which we are treated; Jesus calls us to respond with love, grace, and sacrificial service—even to those who don’t deserve it. Focus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Baptist