Sermons on Speaking Up:

Getting Out Of The Pit

Contributed by Alan Hughes on Oct 9, 2004

If you were sinking in quick sand, what would you do: Pray for help? Yell at God? Figure out an escape? Give up? Look for help?

Getting Out of the Pit Psalms 40:1-10 October 6, 2004 PM Icebreaker: If you were sinking in quick sand, would you: (a) Pray for help? (b) Yell at God? (c) Figure out an escape? (d) Give up? (e) Look for help? 1 I waited patiently for the LORD; he turned to me and heard my cry. 2 He ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Rapture Viewpoint - More Perspective Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 17, 2023

I think it is sad that many Christians do not understand the Rapture or have not been taught it, or reject it. It is the blessed hope held to tenaciously by the early Church. There is a joy in knowing the Lord will soon take me (His Church/Bride) home when He comes.

A RAPTURE VIEWPOINT - MORE PERSPECTIVE THE LORD WILL NOT CALL HIS CHURCH TO HEAVEN Not really. He will not call from heaven and the saints go home. He opens the door in heaven according to Revelation 4:1 and there is a cry, “Come up here!” It is one of the joys of scripture when we compare ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:16, 1 Corinthians 15:50-54, Revelation 22:20, 2 Timothy 4:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Behold The Lamb Of God! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 18, 2019

What happens when we really begin to see the Lord Jesus? 1. We begin to speak with the Lord. 2. We begin to stay with the Lord. 3. We begin to spread the good news to other people.

Behold the Lamb of God! Series: The Gospel of John John 1:29-42 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - April 20, 2016 (Revised June 18, 2019) *Have you ever gotten some really good advice? -- Something you could look back on and say, "Wow! -- I sure am glad I listened to that!" ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-42

Denomination: Baptist

The Hope Of Israel

Contributed by David Richardson on May 24, 2005

When there is no sun or stars in your life, like those sailors in that verse in Acts 27, we finally give up all hope…When there is neither Jesus or His hopes (love,joy,etc.), we finally give up all hope…and lapse into depression,get moody,or get sick.

Title: The Hope of Israel Scripture: Acts 28 Life itself seems to tell us things that we can reasonably expect. Doesn’t it? Things that I, as a U.S. citizen, can reasonably expect may be somewhat different than those say of a North Korean citizen, or an Australian, or someone from a number of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-31

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

"What Must I Do..." By Dr. E. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Jun 2, 2004

Can you remember back when you gave your heat to Jesus? Exciting time wasn’t it! But, have you given any thought to the events that led up to that moment? Didn’t think so. Everyone upon careful examination could discover the wonderful events that led up

Introduction I. illus. I remember the wonderful answer I got from a close friend when I asked her, "How did you get saved.." and her answer was, "Like everyone else..." How true, everyone does "get saved" in the same way, through Jesus Christ! A. However, you will have to agree that we all ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:30

Denomination: Baptist

Knocked Down But Not Knocked Out

Contributed by Karl Perry on Dec 31, 2006

It’s good to know that it does not matter how many times we get knocked down, just as long as we get up again? And the good thing about this is the fact that when we do get back up, we may not have our full balance and composure, but just the mere effort

“KNOCKED DOWN, BUT NOT KNOCKED OUT!!” II CORINTHIANS 4:8-9 8. We may be troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; 9. Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed. In the sport of boxing there are all kinds of ways that a boxer can be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sustained And Ordained

Contributed by Mark Baker on Aug 21, 2010

Recently I was thinking about some of the different lessons the Lord has taught me and how he brought me up step by step. This section of Scripture in 1 John 2, kept coming up in my spirit. Over and over I would hear these words. What an awesome God we s

1 John 2:12. I write to you, little children, because your sins are forgiven you for His name's sake. 13. I write to you, fathers, because you have known Him who is from the beginning. I write to you, young men, because you have overcome the wicked one. I write to you, little children, because ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:12-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"The Religion Police"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 28, 2010

Our value as a person has nothing to do with having our name on the up in lights. God loves us; we can’t improve on that! You don’t have to try and prove you are worthwhile by sneaking your nametag a little higher up on the table. And praise God for that!

Luke 14:1-14 “The Religion Police” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN Luke opens chapter 14 by telling us that Jesus “went to eat in the house of a prominent Pharisee,” on the Sabbath and that “he was being carefully ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Preparing For Easter

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 20, 2011

Leading up to the crucifixion and death of Christ on the cross is perhaps one of the most important events to study in the Christian faith. But ... even with this knowledge, Sunday is STILL coming!

Preparing for Easter Luke 23:44-56 Introduction - Up to this point, we’ve seen several key events that surround this sacred time -- We’ve seen our Lord and Savior fulfill Zec 9:9 and ride into Jerusalem -- We’ve seen one of the 12 betray Him for 30 pieces of silver; the wage of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:44-56

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Luke's Beatitudes Series

Contributed by Rev. Katherine Beck-Ei on Feb 10, 2025

all the crowd were trying to touch him, for power came out from him and healed all of them. Then he looked up at his disciples…

…all the crowd were trying to touch him, for power came out from him and healed all of them. Then he looked up at his disciples… I am afraid that today’s sermon is one of those more academic messages. The Gospels According to Mark, Matthew, and Luke all contain “Beatitudes.” Those first two bear ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:17-26

Hard Times, High Hopes

Contributed by Greg Nance on May 25, 2008

Questions, questions, questions! Hard times make us seek answers. Jesus is the answer! Lift up your head in hard times and look for the Son of Man.

What kinds of questions do hard times make you ask? Think of one of the hardest times in your life; what question would you like answered? Take a note card from the pew in front of you. Write out your question. Hard times can confuse us and make us ask the wrong questions or expect wrong ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:5-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God’s Work In Men’s Hearts-And Faithfulness To His Word Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Nov 2, 2013

God’s Word is always faithful. And if we are willing to listen, He speaks to us today. His word to previous generations has been completely reliable. His promises to us are completely faithful as well.

MESSAGE God’s work in Men’s hearts-And faithfulness to His Word Revelation 17:12 “The ten horns you saw are ten kings who have not yet received a kingdom, but who for one hour will receive authority as kings along with the beast. 13 They have one purpose and will give their power ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:12-17

Denomination: *other

Sermon: Enduring The Storms Of Life

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Mar 18, 2025

What are you supposed to do when awful things happen that you can’t change? When life beats you up, God still has a plan and a purpose for every minute of your day. He hasn’t left you. He will lift you up if you let him. You can endure and be victorious!

Sermon: Enduring the Storms of Life Text: Acts 27:20-44 “The terrible storm raged for many days, blotting out the sun and the stars, until at last all hope was gone. No one had eaten for a long time. Finally, Paul called the crew together and said, “Men, you should have listened to me in the first ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:20-44, Romans 10:17, Psalm 107:17-21, Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Methodist

Living With Christ Ahead

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 24, 2010

Believers get into spiritual trouble when they neglect their covenant with Christ. When they just go through life without, one day they wake up empty.

Living With Christ Ahead of You Text: Daniel 11:32 Believers get into spiritual trouble when they neglect their covenant with Christ. When they just go through life without, one day they wake up empty. NKJ Those who do wickedly against the covenant he shall corrupt with flattery; but the people ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:32

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Returns To His People Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 13, 2010

After Zechariah's opening sermon on repentance a new section of prophecy is given in the form of a series of night visions. After Zechariah followed the Lord's 1st instructions - to preach repentance-the Lord continued to speak to him.

ZECHARIAH 1:7-11 GOD RETURNS TO HIS PEOPLE OR The Rider Amidst the Myrtle Trees [Haggai 2:15-19] We now come to visions and revelations of the Lord. After the introduction to the entire book, which was Zechariah's opening sermon on repentance (1:1-6), a new section of prophecy is given in ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 1:7-11

Denomination: Baptist