Sermons on Spiritual Bankruptcy:

"Going Deeper”

Contributed by Sean Dees on Mar 1, 2022

When we were kids we played in the shallow end of the pool because we weren't physically prepared for the deep end. As we grew and learned how to swim and overcome our fear of the deep end we were able to final get in the waters. The same can be said of us in the spiritual.

Intro: Tonight I want to talk to you about going deeper. For many of you; you have spent your time in the shallow seeking after those things in the deep. You see in the shallow there are only a few different types of fish whereas in the deep there is more of a variety. And it’s time to go out ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-7

Speak Lord—what Happens When He Whispers?

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 13, 2022

Maybe you've listened to the voice of criticism so long you can't believe anything else about yourself. Or maybe it's the enemies voice of condemnation that speaks lies about who you really are. his I know—If you don't silence those competing voices...

Speak Lord—What happens when He whispers? 1 Samuel 3:1-10AMP Two Texans went to Minnesota one winter to do some ice fishing. After setting up their tent, they pulled the cord on their chainsaw to cut a hole in the ice. Then they heard a mysterious voice from above saying, “there are no fish under ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10, 1 Kings 19:11-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is Your Fight Song? Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jun 8, 2021

The bell sounds. You can’t stay huddled in the corner. The fight is on and it is going to be a slugfest!

Slugfest Pt. 2 - What's Your Fight Song? I. Introduction People show up to the fights to see the contenders stand in the ring and throw bombs at each other in a test of strength and strategy. However, there is a part of the fight that begins before the fighters ever step foot inside the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-3, 2 Chronicles 20:21-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

New Life In Christ

Contributed by Michael Mays on Jun 8, 2021

Four characteristics of the ungodly, and four characteristics of the godly

Ephesians 4:17-24 17Now this I say and testify in the Lord, that you must no longer walk as the Gentiles do, in the futility of their minds. 18They are darkened in their understanding, alienated from the life of God because of the ignorance that is in them, due to their hardness of heart. 19They ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-24

Minsitry Of Paul At Athens Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 17, 2021

Paul was greatly distressed seeing full of idols in the city of Athens. His thirst for the souls motivated him to pray, observe and share the gospel despite the previous experiences of imprisonment and persecution. Paul won the hearts of few men who became followers of Christ.

Acts 17:16-34 Ministry of Paul at Athens 17:16-21 Paul’s Distress 17:22-31 Paul’s Discourses 17:32-34 Mixed responses to Paul’s preaching 7:16-21 Paul’s Distress Paul was greatly distressed seeing full of idols in the city of Athens. Paul reasoned with the worshippers at the synagogue and with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Methodist

How To Handle Temptation Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 29, 2021

James moves from how to handle trials to how to handle temptations. Even though temptation is inevitable and giving into temptation is inexcusable, we can learn that temptation is predictable and conquerable.

Introduction: A. Once there was a little boy who always went next door to play alone in the neighbor’s yard even though his mom had warned him against doing so. 1. This frustrated and worried his mom so she asked him why he was so disobedient. 2. He replied that Satan tempted him so much and he ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18, 1 Corinthians 10:13, 2 Peter 1:3, Romans 6:23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Legion Cast Out.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 14, 2022

Even the devils believe that Jesus is the Son of God, and tremble.

A LEGION CAST OUT. Mark 5:1-20. The account of the man with the Legion of devils is a dramatic demonstration of the kind of spiritual warfare which is going on for the bodies, minds, and souls of mankind. We notice, first of all, that it is Jesus who initiated this particular ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Moses Returns To Egypt Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on May 4, 2022

Moses didn't want this call to deliver Israel from oppression. It was 40 years ago he stepped out to take on the role of deliverer. It wasn't God's will at that time and the plan failed. Now 40 years later he has a fear to try again.

Receiving a call to serve God is never enough. We must respond in obedience. There was a very dramatic call experience for Moses. We know it as the burning bush call. Each person has a unique call of God, but the burning bush call for Moses stands out. What does not stand out in Moses’ call are ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:18-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Dos And Don'ts Of Christian Ministry Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 13, 2022

1 Timothy 4:11-16 shows us the dos and don'ts of Christian ministry.

Scripture In his First Letter to Timothy, Paul wanted Timothy to stop the false teaching that was taking place in the churches in Ephesus (1:3-4), and also to teach believers how to behave in the household of God (3:14-15). In chapter 4, Paul set down the qualities of an excellent minister. In ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:11-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jochebed & Miriam Series

Contributed by Donald Pinkleton on May 23, 2022

3400 YEARS OF MOTHERS

HAPPY MOTHERS’ DAY TO YOU ALL! [Excitedly] I HAD THIS GREAT IDEA FOR A MESSAGE TODAY – I WAS GOING TO CALL IT “MOSES, JESUS & ME!” WHAT DO WE HAVE IN COMMON? ALL THREE OF US HAD MOTHERS WHO RAISED TROUBLEMAKERS! SO I SAID TO MY WIFE, “WHAT DO YOU THINK, HON – IS THAT A GREAT IDEA OR WHAT?!” ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27, Exodus 1:8-12, Exodus 1:15-17, Exodus 2:1-10

Getting More Than You Expected!

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 6, 2021

The goal of this sermon is to spur you on with passion to not just exist in His kingdom but to be lifted up, dance, leap, and praise God with every fiber of your being with the assurance that whom God has enabled that person can do unimaginable and glorious things that honors His name!

Getting More than you Expected Acts 3:1-10 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “Amazing grace how sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me, I was once lost but now I’m found, was blind but now I see!” Do you remember the unspeakable joy the day when you were not ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Greater Than The Sum Of The Parts Series

Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Nov 9, 2021

We are each made unique. We are each made in the image of God. Individually, that makes us impressive; collectively that makes us unstoppable.

The Point: WHEN WE ARE ALL TOGETHER DIFFERENT, WE ARE MORE THAN THE SUM OF THE PARTS. ME: GOOD MORNING, Gateway Church. It is great to have you with us today as we continue in our teaching series ONE. Throughout this series, we're looking at what it means to be a COMMUNITY that comes ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Mighty Name Of Jesus Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Nov 18, 2021

The name of Jesus is a powerful weapon in spiritual warfare; however, His name must not be taken lightly or used inappropriately. Also, Jesus promised to be present in power among His followers whenever they acted in His name.

When we speak the precious and powerful name of Jesus, it’s not a magic word. We must be wholly submitted to Jesus to use it. - Dean Sherman(1) The name of Jesus is the most powerful weapon in spiritual warfare. Jesus is the Word (Jn 1:1, 14), and by the Word and through His holy name “the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Pollution Scheme Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Nov 18, 2021

The salvation from sin that God bestows through His Son, Jesus Christ, is likened to water. The devil can sometimes muddy the water and cause pain and confusion, as he attempts to pollute the living water within us.

Jesus calls the quickening gift of the Spirit “living water” because mere human nature is . . . barren of all virtue by the crimes of the devil. - Cyril of Alexandria(1) In reference to the arrival of the Messiah, the prophet Isaiah declared, “For waters shall burst forth in the wilderness, and ...read more

Scripture: John 4:14, 2 Kings 3:19, Jeremiah 2:13, Proverbs 16:22, Proverbs 18:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Testing Scheme Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Nov 18, 2021

Satan’s onslaught against the Word of God is constant. He is always twisting and manipulating, trying to get us to doubt what the Lord has said. In addition to attacking the Word, the devil will bombard us with testing and trials.

Every temptation is a kind of test . . . from the Evil One. A temptation is a trial posed by Satan, with the wicked hope that we will fail. - Philip Ryken(1) Satan’s onslaught against the Word of God is constant. He’s always twisting and manipulating, trying to get us to doubt what the Lord’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist