Sermons on Solid Foundation:

To Hope Again

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 8, 2007

God provides hope as we look forward to the answer to our prayers. We see Him work little by little as we continue to speak words of praise and thanks. Hope sustains us until the answer comes.

May, 2007 To Hope Again Ezekiel 37:1-15 INTRODUCTION: For years the children of Israel had experienced both good times and bad times. When their situation seemed most hopeless God would send a prophet to give a spark of hope and prophesy words showing God’s faithfulness to a rebellious and ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

The Authority Of Our Will

Contributed by Mark Baker on Jan 4, 2010

God gave man the ultimate authority to do whatever they wanted to do. In this sense He made us just like Him, we have the power of choice. It is always in our best interest when we choose to do what He has told us to do.

From the very beginning we can see that God has given man a free choice. Adam and Eve were disobedient against God’s specific commandment. The result for them was spiritual death and eventually physical death. Why didn’t God stop them from this disobedient act knowing full well the outcome? He ...read more

Scripture: John 5:30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Four Miracles Surrounding Jesus’ Death

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 28, 2018

A look at the four miracles that happened at the death of Jesus (darkness, veil, earthquake, and the resurrected saints) and what the spiritual significance of each was.

- We often preach about the amazing things that accompanied Jesus’ resurrection from the death. The scene on Easter morning certainly deserves attention from us. - It’s not just the resurrection of Jesus that had miracles though. The death of Jesus also was accompanied by miracles as well. - ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Nature Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 23, 2015

If the gospel is good news why doesn’t everyone respond with joy? Jesus says he tells parables to filter out those who can't understand.

Do you see what I see? When you look at this picture, I wonder what you see? A young lady in silhouette, or a cartoon man playing the saxophone? There’s only one picture, but people see different things. By the end of Mark 3, the disciples must be wondering the same thing about Jesus. How ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-20

Denomination: Anglican

Ten Commandments: Healthy Ambition Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jan 9, 2019

WHY not covet? It harms us, and relationships with others and God. HOW overcome it? Gratitude, love for others, and godly ambition.

COVET GODLINESS—Exodus 20:17, 1 Timothy 6:6-11 Would it be good if everyone lived by the Ten Commandments? The answer seems obvious: Almost everyone agrees that life is better if people don’t murder, steal, or lie in a court of law. Maintaining marriage and honoring parents supports a healthy ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:17, 1 Timothy 6:6-11, Deuteronomy 7:25, Romans 12:15-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Hope In God Our Constant Companion Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 14, 2018

Hope is found Here because God is your constant companion, trust in His promises, trust in His presence, His protection and His provision. Don’t be afraid, for God is with you. Don’t be afraid. God is here to help you.

We continue in our series Hope Found Here and this month we are focusing on Hope in the Companionship of God and each other. This morning I want us to consider together the hope we have in the presence, protection and provision of God. Listen to these words of God recorded for us in Isaiah chapter ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:7-12, Romans 8:38-39, Romans 8:28, Isaiah 41:10, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, 2 Timothy 1:7, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Psalm 145:13-14, Psalm 27:1-2, Romans 15:13, Hebrews 13:5, Deuteronomy 31:6, Isaiah 41:13, 1 Peter 3:14-16, Isaiah 41:9, Matthew 28:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Walk Worthy Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Apr 1, 2014

Our's is a HIGH calling. There are ethical choices to be made to serve Him worthily.

EPHESIANS # 6 We go back to the letter Paul wrote to the Christians in Ephesus and that the Spirit has inspired for us! TEXT - Ephesians 4: 1-16 PB 1821 In the first half of his letter Paul tells us who we are. The key phrase is ‘in Christ.’ Through Him we’re blessed, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Do The Do Series

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Sep 30, 2013

We don't need to fill another notebook, with more outlines, of powerful truths, and wonderful insights, we do not suffer from a lack of correct heads, but what we need is to have more of a consumed heart, and more of walking out what we already know.

Do the Do Today we are back in our series on James, and today probably more than any other message you will see why I chose for our series title, "James seeing things from the right perspective." Today we are going to talk about a subject that Jesus spoke on frequently, and in our text today James ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Tsade - Psalm 119:137-144 Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Mar 28, 2012

Do you compare yourself to others to make yourself look good? Does it anger your soul when sin is present in the life of others? In your life? Truth is what God's Word has to offer us and sometimes it is the hardest thing to face, but God will never lie t

TSADE March 21, 2012 Oak Park Baptist Church – Wed Bible Study Series Psalm 119:137-144 (HCSB) – 18 of 22 Tsade – 18th letter of the Hebrew Alphabet Read/show ALL verses b4 verse by verse teaching… [HCSB] 137You are righteous, LORD, and Your judgments are just.138The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:137-144

Denomination: Baptist

Women On The Day Of Resurrection Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 9, 2020

Mary Magdalene teaches three higher qualities of her life on the day of Resurrection. 1. Mary Magdalene was a daring follower of Christ 2. Mary Magdalene was a diligent follower of Christ 3. Mary Magdalene was a dedicated evangelist

Theme: First Evangelist Mary Text: John 20:01-19 Introduction: The resurrection narratives in all four gospels record very precisely how things were moving from one stage to the other. All of them want to give credit to Mary Magdalene as the first person to meet the Resurrected Lord Jesus Christ. ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-19

Denomination: Methodist

The Judgment Of God Series

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Sep 13, 2020

Today's End Times Doctrine is about the judgment of God, as we look at the "Book of Life," the "White Throne Judgment of God," and the "Judgment Seat of Christ."

End Times Doctrine “The Judgment of God” ** Watch at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RShVBBGano The church today lacks a healthy fear of God. We have lots of teaching on God’s love, mercy and grace, which is good and necessary, but little is said about God being holy, righteous, and just. And ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27, Revelation 20:11-15, Romans 4:10-12

Denomination: Foursquare

Life Like Today Is The Day Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 20, 2023

It is an error to refuse to live daily life wisely because Jesus is coming back.

INTRODUCTION • Christians have to learn to live in necessary tension. • We are citizens of heaven, and yet we live on earth. • We are ready for and anticipating Christ’s return, yet we also work, eat, sleep, play, and have families. • This tension requires balance. • We have to live daily life ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Perfect Peace.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 9, 2022

Myles Donnelly, who escaped from the 78th floor of the South Tower during the 9/11 tragedy, said, “It sounds and awful thing for a grown man to say, but I think I am afraid of the dark again.”If there is one word that could be s tamped over our times, it is the word, fear.

Perfect Peace. Isaiah 26:3-4NIV Myles Donnelly, who escaped from the 78th floor of the South Tower during the 9/11 tragedy, said, “It sounds and awful thing for a grown man to say, but I think I am afraid of the dark again.” If there is one word that could be stamped over our times, it is the ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:22, Isaiah 26:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living As A Disciple In A Postmodern Society PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 7, 2023

Good morning. We’re here today with hearts open, ready to receive God's word. We are here, in this place, at this time, to learn, to grow, to be challenged, and to be comforted. Our world can seem dark sometimes, can't it? We see it in the news. We feel it in our communities. We experience it in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, Matthew 28:19-20, 1 Peter 2:9

Topics: Discipleship, Postmodern Society

How To Be Storm Ready

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Oct 1, 2020

What does it take to be ready for the storms of life and death? Jesus says what is essential.

10.4.20 Matthew 7:24–27 24 “Everyone who hears these words of mine and does them will be like a wise man who built his house on bedrock. 25 The rain came down, the rivers rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house. But it did not fall, because it was founded on bedrock. 26 Everyone ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Lutheran