Sermons on Socialism Gone Forever:

Lasting Comfort

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Dec 10, 2017

We all want comfort. And God offers it to us as he did to the exiled Israelites. We can take comfort that our sin has been paid in full, that God's word outlasts our problems, and that God is coming again. Forgiven, forever, for sure!

Isaiah 40:1-11 Lasting Comfort Handel’s “Messiah” begins the first phrase of today’s passage: “‘Comfort ye, comfort ye my people,’ saith your God.” The theme of “comfort” sounds good, doesn’t it? Especially when you just can’t quite get comfortable. Bones ache, thoughts ruminate, neighbors ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Minute Before Joy

Contributed by Devon Witherspoon on Apr 26, 2005

Though we suffer many situations in life and many of them get us depress. It may seem like the suffering will never end, but GOD want to remind us that this suffering is only temporary. Yet, his love, joy and peace endured forever

I want you to take in for a thought today this situation. Follow me now, the time now is 5:59 am, and at this time, if one was listing they could hear the loud wailing of men and women crying. And they are crying because, three days ago, they witness the death and burial of their Lord and Savior. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Pray The Price: The Mantle

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 29, 2023

WE MAY WALK A TWISTED JOURNEY? WILL WE ACCEPT THE MANTLE. CAN WE HAVE A POSITIVE IMPACT? MAKING A DIFFERENCE. YOU NEVER KNOW THE IMPACT OF THE POSSIBILITIES THAT ONE DAY CAN FOREVER CHANGE YOUR LIFE. THE JOURNEY CAN BE AS IMPORTANT AS THE DESTINATION.

PRAY THE PRICE? A TWISTED JOURNEY? ACCEPTING THE MANTLE. HAVE A POSITIVE IMPACT? RESTORATION… MAKING A DIFFERENCE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) YOU NEVER KNOW THE IMPACT OF THE POSSIBILITIES THAT ONE DAY CAN FOREVER CHANGE YOUR LIFE. THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:19, 2 Kings 2:2-10, Jude 1:22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Damaged Goods

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 25, 2003

You may be disappointed, discouraged, emotionally emasculated, and spiritually messed-up.You may get talked about, and criticized. You may even be socially unaccepted, rejected by family, friends, and society has a whole, but that’s what God can use. Dam

“Damaged Goods” 1st Samuel 1:1-5, 10-11, & 19 Often times in the certain stores they will have a special section of items that are considered to be damaged goods. These items have either been dented, scratched, or something is wrong with them and they are said not to have the value they are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-19

Denomination: Apostolic

Principles For Healthy Relationships With Others Series

Contributed by Kerry Tilley on Feb 23, 2019

As believers, we are instructed to develop healthy relationships with others, Christians and non-Christians. Our behavior towards one another is not to be confined just to those in our social circle, or those who have the same ideologies; our behavior to all people should be reflective of Christ.

Consider the following principles for developing a healthy relationship with others. I. LOVE EVERYONE A. "A second is equally important: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’" (Matthew 22:39, NLT) B. "“But if you are willing to listen, I say, love your enemies. Do good to those who hate ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Courage In The Face Of Uncertainty

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 21, 2021

The global pandemic is still raging, there is doubt still clouding the minds of many concerning vaccines, masks and social distancing. We are still in the midst of hurricane season and fires are still burning in the country. Yet God’s word can provide assurance and certainty in uncertain times.

Sermon – Courage in the Face of Uncertainty Joshua 1:1-9 “Now after the death of Moses the servant of the LORD it came to pass, that the LORD spake unto Joshua the son of Nun, Moses' minister, saying, 2 Moses my servant is dead; now therefore arise, go over this Jordan, thou, and all this ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9, Proverbs 19:20-21, Isaiah 40:29-31

Denomination: Methodist

The Limitless Love Of God

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Jun 7, 2022

How should we respond to those who have radical beliefs and lifestyles contrary to our beliefs? The temptation is to counter their viciousness and label them as an enemy. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus gives us a model for the attitude that we are to have when faced with divisive social issues.

If not careful, as we study the Bible, we will pick and choose passages that support certain points of view or principles to which we cling. Yet those who first heard what has become known as the Sermon on the Mount had no idea what Jesus was about to say. They understood the moralism of their day, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48, Romans 12:20, 1 Corinthians 13:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Kingdom Divided: Israel Splits Between Rehoboam & Jeroboam

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 12, 2021

During the civil war in the United States 620,000 people died, because a kingdom had been divided. The nation divided politically, over the issue of slavery, and the northern states fought a long bloody war to end slavery forever in the USA.

During the civil war in the United States 620,000 people died, because a kingdom had been divided. The nation divided politically, over the issue of slavery, and the northern states fought a long bloody war to end slavery forever in the USA. In the end they were victorious, but the cost was more ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

Fear Not Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jul 5, 2010

You are precious in his sight. He knows you and has named you as his. No matter what happens. No matter how hard your life is, God will watch over you and will take you in the end to be with him in his kingdom forever.

One of the things about looking at a prophecy like Isaiah is that it’s a bit like looking at a mountain range. From close in it can look like there’s just one row of mountains in the range, but then if you get up higher, or fly over it in a plane you see that in fact there are rows of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-7

Denomination: Anglican

When It Is Of God... Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Aug 31, 2004

Does heaven hold on to your heart? Giving yourself completely to a holy cause that lasts forever is the most fulfilling of all human experiences. Find the greatest blessings of the Christian life: give it all you’ve got!

When it’s of God… Acts 5:17-42 When we lived in New Hampshire, about this time of year the Striper Bass would begin to swim up the coast of Maine and sometimes we would go out at high tide and fish for them off the rocky coast at York, Maine. Roy Smith, from West Virginia, was a sportsman ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:17-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Will The Dust Praise You?

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 14, 2005

A sermon on dust: 1) Our bodies were made from dust. 2) We are returning to dust. 3) One day the dust, our bodies, will praise God forever and ever. Based on Psalm 30:9

Sermon notes for 11/13/2005 Will the Dust Praise You? Introduction: Dust is anything smaller than one sixteenth of a millimeter in diameter. Dust is smaller that the width of a human hair. Dust can be made up of many things- dirt, pollen grains, tire rubber, salt, skin flakes, or bits of comets ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:8-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Nativity Story: Why A Manger?

Contributed by Bodie And Brock Theone on Oct 26, 2006

We look at the adoration on the faces of Mary and Joseph the worship imprinted on the shepherds and the wise men. The wonder that images of angels provoke in us. And we see the Nativity as a sweetly pastoral moment’s peaceful and serene forever frozen in

Why a Manger? Why the Son of God was born in a stable By Bodie and Brock Thoene. © 1996 Theme: A fresh look at the Christmas story Title: Why a Manger? Topic: The Significance of the Incarnation Texts: Luke 2:1-20, Genesis 3, Genesis 18 and 22:1-19, John 1:26-37 Thesis: Even though Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Should I Be Filled With The Holy Spirit?

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 15, 2009

Jesus makes this definition of the Holy Spirit in verse 16-17 another Comforter (Counselor, Helper, Intercessor, Advocate, Strengthener, and Standby) that He may remain forever. 17The Spirit of Truth, and He lives in you.

Should I be Filled With the Holy Spirit? John 14:16-17 NKJ And I will pray the Father, and He will give you another Helper, that He may abide with you forever— 17 the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees Him nor knows Him; but you know Him, for He dwells with ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Unbelieving Hearts

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 21, 2011

"Once Saved - Always Saved" Is it true? YES! But it is abused too often when people think that everyone who walked down the aisle and shook the pastor’s hand is truly saved. But if they are truly saved, then they are saved forever.

Unbelieving Hearts June 19, 2011 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: "Once Saved - Always Saved" Is it true? YES! But it is abused too often. Focus Passage: Hebrews 3:12-19 Supplemental Passage: "You will know them by their fruits. Grapes are not ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Always

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 14, 2009

The word always means “at all times, invariably, forever, all the time on every occasion. As believers there are three things that are “always” to be part of our lives and actions. We are to be always joyful, always thankful, and always prayerful.

ALWAYS “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” Introduction: The word always means “at all times, invariably, forever, all the time on every occasion. As believers there are three things that are “always” to be part ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Baptist