Sermons on Something Better:

What Holds When You’re Tested

Contributed by Lewis Martin on Jun 28, 2025

In Philippians 1:12–26, Paul writes from prison—but his faith isn’t shaken. This message invites us to consider what truly holds when life tests us. Is Jesus our comfort… or our everything? Let’s explore the difference surrender makes.

Sermon Introduction: “What Holds When You’re Tested” Philippians 1:12–26 Let me tell you about two people. Both go to church. Both say they follow Jesus. But one wants just enough Jesus to feel better— to ease the guilt, to call for help when things go wrong. The other? They’ve given Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26

Denomination: Nazarene

To Live Is Christ, To Die Is Gain

Contributed by Mason Davis on Dec 8, 2025

In life or death, be of Christ Jesus

To Live is Christ, to Die is Gain By: C. Mason Davis Former President Harry Truman reportedly told a story about a man in a deep coma who was mistakenly sent to a funeral home. Waking up in a coffin, the man questioned his predicament, saying, "If I'm alive, why am I in a casket? And, if ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:20

Receiving What God Has Promised Part 1 Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Sep 20, 2008

There are some things we need to know about receiving the things God has in store forus.

September 21, 2008 Evening service Text: Joshua 21:43-45 Subject: The Promises of God Title: Receiving What God has Promised Do you remember the days when a man’s (or woman’s) word was as good as a contract? I wonder how many business transactions have been sealed with a handshake instead of a ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 21:43-46

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Our Wonderful Inheritance Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 25, 2010

We have an inheritance that should help us to endure the difficulties of life

INTRODUCTION  SLIDE 1  There are times when life is a real struggle. The health starts to go bad, bills start pouring in, and debt starts to accumulate. Problems start to happen in the marriage. Your children start to cause you a lot of trouble. You job is no longer as secure as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

No Such Thing As Free Lunch? Series

Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Jun 22, 2017

Nothing in life is free. EVER. In Romans 5, Paul tells us of one thing that is entirely free: God's Grace.

How do you introduce yourself to a person you already sort of know? It is an awkward thing, isn’t it? It is weird to start with your name, since they already know it, and you know theirs. On the other hand though, you just cannot easily go into a conversation since you don’t really know the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-15

Denomination: Lutheran

What Is Your Name?/ What's In A Name?

Contributed by Jeff Leigh on Jul 25, 2005

See yourself as God sees you - what name are you calling yourself.

Little Penny told her mother one evening that she had learned a new prayer in Sunday school. She wanted to say it instead of her usual “ Now I lay me down to sleep”. Her mother agreed but was surprised, when Penny began “Our Father who art in heaven, hello, what be thy name?”. God might well ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:15-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Healing Of The Lame Man

Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Mar 28, 2001

In this passage the healing of the lame man pictures the conversion of a lost sinner.

"Healing of the Lame Man" Text: Acts 3:1-10 Intro: -In the passage account of the healing of the lame man. -We are going to look at this passage not doctrinally but devotionally. -I believe in the passage that the healing of the lame man pictures the conversion of a lost sinner. I. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Persecuted Church Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Nov 5, 2003

This message was preached during a Month of Missions emphasis and illustrates the need for awareness among evangelicals regarding those who are being persecuted for their faith in Christ.

Jesus, Hope of the Nations “The Persecuted Church” Month of Missions - 2003 Various Scripture Texts – © Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2003) John 15:20 (NIV) “Remember the words I spoke to you: ’No servant is greater than his master.’ If they persecuted me, they will persecute you also. If they ...read more

Scripture: John 15:20

Denomination: Baptist

Serengeti Trek Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 15, 2005

This is a sermon that I used to wrap up Group Publishings Serengeti Trek 2005 VBS

INTRODUCTION SLIDE #2 • We had a great week of Vacation Bible School this week. VBS can be a very challenging and stressful time, but I want to congratulate our staff for the hard work they put in to make the week a good week. I want to thank the children for being so good this week, it made the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 135:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Cries Of Desperation

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Oct 15, 2021

This was a funeral message for a young man who in a moment of desperation and hopelessness took his own life.

MESSAGE: “THE CRIES OF DESPERATION” -- Psalm 130 INTRODUCTION: When death occurs in what we consider to be an untimely manner it is always harder for us to deal with. It was only last September we gathered here in sorrow and heavy hearts at the passing of ___. aa.) Today is even more ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:13, Romans 5:20, John 3:16-17, Hebrews 4:15, Proverbs 18:24, Psalm 46:1-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gratitude's Nemesis: The Grumble Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores how grumbling and complaining can undermine God's grace and poison the heart, using examples from the Bible and popular culture to illustrate the importance of focusing on gratitude and grace.

There is a movie series from the 1990s that is about two men. I am going to give you a few descriptive words, and I want to see if you can name these movies: complaining, negativity, intolerance, uncompromising, griping, fussing, grumpiness. What movie series has characters known for these ...read more

Topics: Gratitude, Complaining, Grace Of God

Sermon Series: Gratitude

Jesus On Wealth Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 30, 2023

Jesus taught us to redefine treasure, and then he instructed us where to store it.

INTRODUCTION • What do we value, and what do we treasure in life? • What we insure says a lot about what is important to us. • What are the most unusual things people have ever insured? https://www.usinsuranceagents.com/unusual-insurance-policies/ • Each item below contains unusual insurance ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jehovah-Tsidkenu, God Our Righteousness Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Oct 10, 2022

God says, “I have done it myself.” Instead of striving to do good deeds, to climb the walls of the pit to escape from sin, we must recognize our own inability. “All have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God.” (Romans 3:23).

What does it feel like to be in God’s presence? Have you ever felt his presence in a moment in time? It’s royal, God’s presence. Like royalty is present. It’s soft, like a whisper. It’s like a cloud comes over you, a cloud of God’s presence. It’s like the moment in time slows down. You become ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:1-8

Denomination: Salvation Army

Seeing Beyond Your Circumstances Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024

This is a study of the gospel of Mark regarding the life of Jesus. It is based on my personal study and research of Scripture and many books and sermons I have read over the years.

GOSPEL OF MARK: GOD’S SERVANT IN ACTION SEEING BEYOND YOUR CIRCUMSTANCES A. Mark 10:46-52 (READ) ILLUSTRATION: My youngest grandchild is Reanne Sonnefield, Shonda’s younger daughter, who will be turning 14 in June. When Reanne was almost 3-years-old, Shonda and her girls—Shalie and Reanne, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Provoke One Another

Contributed by Dave Clark on Dec 11, 2012

Hebrews turns the notion of provocation upside-down by imploring us to provoke one another to love and good deeds.

Provoke One Another Hebrews 10:23-25 Rev. David J. Clark While reading the scripture lesson, I stumbled across this phrase that just seemed odd. “Beloved, let us consider how to provoke one another to love and good deeds.” Provoke to love and good deeds? I always associated the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-25

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ