Sermons on Sorrows:

When Death Has Taken My Loved One

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 11, 2010

Though unnatural, death comes to all. How shall we respond to death? We explore this neglected subject by looking at an incident in the ministry of Ezekiel.

“The word of the LORD came to me: ‘Son of man, behold, I am about to take the delight of your eyes away from you at a stroke; yet you shall not mourn or weep, nor shall your tears run down. Sigh, but not aloud; make no mourning for the dead. Bind on your turban, and put your shoes on your feet; ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 24:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

Following Jesus Without Denominationalism Series

Contributed by Sam Baker on Mar 26, 2012

This was to let us be sure that we have answered the call of the gospel, by which HE adds us to HIS church and not some sort of denomination begun by a man.

Following Jesus without Denominationalism Part 3: ‘Accepting the Call of the Gospel’ Three messages in, and the series is just now starting to really heat up; and getting really good if I should say so myself, as the LORD has actually been teaching me a thing or two here as ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Marks Of The True Church: Joy Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 3, 2024

Christ promised joy for those who follow Him. One sure mark of the redeemed is joy.

“Now I am coming to you, and these things I speak in the world, that they may have my joy fulfilled in themselves.” Suppose you are on holiday. Now imagine it is a Sunday morning, and you want to find a church where you can join fellow Christians in worship of the Risen Saviour. (You do attend ...read more

Scripture: John 17:13

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Your Joy Back - Psalm 51:8-19 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jun 19, 2025

How do you get joy back after a major failure?

Psalm 51:1 Have mercy on me, O God, according to your unfailing love; according to your great compassion blot out my transgressions. 2 Wash away all my iniquity and cleanse me from my sin. 3 For I know my transgressions, and my sin is always before me. 4 Against you, you only, have I sinned and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:8-19

Who Are You Living For? Series

Contributed by Dan Yaw on Jan 26, 2001

We must all choose if we will live for ourselves or live for Christ.

"WHO ARE YOU LIVING FOR" JOHN 21:1-12 I. THE SORROW OF THE SELF-INDULGENT LIFE (JOHN 21:1-5) A. The Self-Indulgent Life Examined (21:1-4) 1. It begins by an act of the will (v. 3) 2. It will lead others astray (v. 3; see 1 Cor 15:33) 3. It results in ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

You Must Be Born Again

Contributed by Douglas Wood on Sep 30, 2004

many people today think they can get to heaven just by being good,Jesus says you must be Born Again.

Jesus answered and said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God. Today many people believe that they can get to heaven just by being a good person, My friend I am here to say that no one and I mean no one can go to heaven just by being ...read more

Scripture: John 3:3-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Valentine Gift To Us

Contributed by David Robertson on Feb 5, 2002

On Valentine’s Day each year we send cards,candy, and flowers to those whom we love, but God sent His Son Jesus to show us how much He loves us!

God’s Valentine Gift To Us John 3: 16-17 On Valentine’s Day each year we send cards, candy, and flowers to those whom we love, but God sent His Son Jesus to show us how much He loves us! 4 C’s Of God’s Love 1. God’s Love Is COMPASSIONATE. "For God so loved the world . . ." John 3: 16a a. He is ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Value Of Oil

Contributed by Todd Justice on Jan 10, 2011

When all else is failing about you, it is good to know that we still have the Holy Spirit: even during life's trying times.

Rev. Todd Justice 2 Kings 4:1-7 Jan. 09, 2010 I) The supply of the oil.v.1-2 a. The oil was there during the hard times.v.1 1. Time of great sorrow. 2. Time of debt. 3. Time when much could have been lost. b. The oil was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Value Of Oil

Contributed by Todd Justice on Jan 10, 2011

When all else is failing about you, it is good to know that we still have the Holy Spirit: even during life's trying times.

Rev. Todd Justice 2 Kings 4:1-7 Jan. 09, 2010 I) The supply of the oil.v.1-2 a. The oil was there during the hard times.v.1 1. Time of great sorrow. 2. Time of debt. 3. Time when much could have been lost. b. The oil was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Goal Attainment Series

Contributed by John Mccormack on Jan 8, 2013

THIS STUDY ADDRESSES CONFIDENCE AS IT APPLIES TO GOAL ATTAINMENT.

GOAL ATTAINMENT CONFIDENCE-PART 2 OF 5 INTRODUCTION: THIS STUDY ADDRESSES CONFIDENCE AS IT APPLIES TO GOAL ATTAINMENT. SPIRITUAL INSIGHT: READ PHILIPPIANS 3:14. PAUL EXPRESSED HIS GOAL ATTAINMENT IN THIS VERSE. TRUE TRUST (PLACING YOU CONFIDENCE IN THE LORD) READ PSALMS 118:8 -9 AND ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Aftermath Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 28, 2008

A post Easter message.

THE AFTERMATH OF THE RESURRECTION Acts 1:3-11 INTRO: Last Sunday was Easter, and we saw how Christ was crucified, then, three days later, how He arose from the grave. Today, we want to look at the Aftermath of this crucifixion and resurrection. I. PROOF ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Christmas Day?

Contributed by Eugene Pansler Jr on Nov 28, 2016

what is Christmas Day

What is Christmas day, is it a day of spending time with the family, is it a day of spending time with friends, or is Christmas a day of finding gifts under the tree? What is Christmas Day, (first, second, third) it's a: 1. Day o Letting Christ Be Lord. What is Christmas ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Help Series

Contributed by Dr Kory Letoa on Sep 24, 2011

Personal testimony

"HE HELPED ME" Psalm 116:3-9 A Personal Testimony. 1. His CONDITION, "The sorrows of death..the pains of Hell....I found trouble" (v. 3). Psalm 116:3 (GW) 3 The ropes of death became tangled around me. The horrors of the grave took hold of me. I experienced pain and agony. 2. His CONFESSION. "I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:3-9

Denomination: Holiness

He Who Laughs

Contributed by John Mccormack on Jul 6, 2013

RESISTING GOD'S AUTHORITY IS DANGEROUS!

HE WHO LAUGHS INTRODUCTION: KING DAVID WROTE ABOUT ONE HALF OF THE PSALMS (TOTAL 150). OTHER AUTHORS INCLUDE SOLOMON, MOSES, ASAPH, ETHAN AND THE SONS OF KORAH. SOME PSALMS MENTION NO AUTHOR. PSALMS RUNS THE GAMUT OF EMOTION SUCH AS SORROW AND REJOICING. SPIRITUAL INSIGHT: PSALMS 2:4 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:4

Denomination: Baptist

"Ready Or Not, Here I Come"

Contributed by Michael Bowen on Jun 10, 2013

Theme: "The Rapture Of The Church"

I. The Peace Of The Rapture (v. 13) A. Death Is Temporary Sleep For The Body (v. 13a) B. Death Is Temporary Sorrow For The Believer (v. 13b) II. The Promise Of The Rapture (v. 14-15) A. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-17

Denomination: Baptist