Sermons on Spiritual Distress:

Modern Day Davids

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 6, 2017

There are giants in the land, Will you be a David and slay them as is your calling as a warrior?

Heard an awesome message today by Robert Kennedy, pastor of Mustang Creek Community Church in Forney, TX. I would strongly urge you to visit if you are in the area. This brother can preach. I am hoping they will make it available on CD or YouTube. I will only give the three points and what they ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:28-53

Denomination: Baptist

The Bible Can Be Studied And Understood Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 6, 2019

What Bible study will do

A. INTRODUCTION: WHAT BIBLE STUDY WILL DO 1. Before examining what Bible study will do for you, ask, “Why people don’t study Scriptures.” a. Not know what it offers. “Have ye not read the law?” (Matt. 12:4). b. Blinded. “They couldn’t believe, as Isaiah said . . . God has blinded their eyes . ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:38, John 5:39

Denomination: Baptist

Fasting Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 15, 2019

Fasting is a spiritual discipline for inward communion with God.

A. INTRODUCTION: MATTHEW 6:16-18 “When you fast, don’t make it obvious to others, as the hypocrites who try to look mournful or disheveled like they didn’t comb their hair, or wash their face. Don’t try to get people to admire you for fasting. That is the only reward you will get. But when you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

A View From The Top

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 20, 2019

Life is a mountain we all must climb.

A. LIFE IS A MOUNTAIN ALL MUST CLIMB 1. God gives everyone a mountain to climb, but each mountain is different. a. Some steep. b. Some dangerous. c. Some beautiful. d. Some mountainous. 2. Your mountain climb is determined by: a. Your parents. b. Your neighborhood. c. Your schooling. d. Your ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13

Denomination: Baptist

Took Sarah

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 8, 2019

Life is tough, somehow it never turns out the way the movie pictures it, be wise and smart. The agenda of the enemy is to stop growth, multiplication and progress.

Took Sarah…… Genesis 20:2”…..Abimelech king of Gerar sent and took Sarah.” “The enemy comes to steal, kill and destroy” (John 10:10). Life is tough, somehow it never turns out the way the movie pictures it, be wise and smart. The agenda of the enemy is to stop growth, multiplication and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 20:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Sacred Secret - Empowered For Service

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 11, 2019

On the day of Pentecost, something incredible happened that had never happened before – the Holy Spirit came to reveal the sacred secret of God held hidden for all of eternity past.

“Surely you have heard about the administration of God's grace that was given to me for you, that is, the mystery made known to me by revelation, as I have already written briefly” (Eph 3:2,3 NIV). There are two Greek words used in Scripture for the word “secret.” They are “Kruptos” and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:2-3, Matthew 13:10-11, Romans 16:25-26, Colossians 1:26, Ephesians 1:9, 1 Corinthians 2:6-10, Ephesians 3:10-12, 1 John 3:1, 2 Peter 1:4, Romans 8:38-39, Matthew 7:16-18, James 2:17-18, James 4:4, 1 Peter 4:10, Ephesians 1:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Core Value 3 - Equipping Disciples Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 21, 2019

This sermon uses Ephesians 4:11-16 to give biblical teaching on the NEC core value of Equipping Disciples where we seek “To train believers through God’s Word, which is proclaimed from the pulpit, taught through small groups, and applied through training events.”

Message Ephesians 4:11-16 Equipping Disciples You will find many great pictures on the internet which make fun at body builders who never attend “leg day” This is what happens when you put too much emphasis on one, or a few, parts of your body which neglecting the other parts of your body. Your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

In Christ, I Am...a Body Builder Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Aug 17, 2018

How can we build the church, and make disciples? Work toward unity, build on the strengths of all, and speak the truth in love.

IN CHRIST, I AM…A BODY BUILDER—Ephesians 4:1-16 (Series on Ephesians: In Christ, I Am…) Why go to church? Some people go to church for what they can get out of it: encouragement, friendship, support, or moral direction for themselves and their family. Others, especially today, look for those ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

No, You Don't Have To Volunteer To Be A Martyr

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 25, 2018

What distinguished the Corinthian church was their usage of the spiritual gifts, especially the more dramatic ones like praying in tongues and healing.

Thursday of 21st Week in Course 2018 Ss Felix and Adauctus Our Lord is not satisfied with half-measures, and neither should we be so satisfied. It has been said that the goal of life is to depart this earth prepared to be canonized saints. That means that we must do good and avoid evil, but to an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:42-51, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Catholic

Jesus Looks For Committment

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Aug 26, 2018

Physical - spiritual and symbolic truths

Weekend Message/Devotion John 6:56-69 August 26, 2018 Jesus Looks for Commitment After hearing or reading this message, my deepest desire is that you will take the time to go back and read John’s message to us in today’s reading. What is the deepest part of this reading? What shall we find that ...read more

Scripture: John 6:56-69

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Daniel Part Vii Series

Contributed by Dan Carroll on Aug 27, 2018

The Bible teaches that God moves with destiny hand in hand with people who chase after Him.

INTRODUCTION • We are in the 7th part of series on the life of Daniel. • The first six chapters are historical stories (10 pictures of Daniel), but the last six are prophecy. • Daniel is the book of Revelation of the Old Testament. • In fact the only way to understand both books is to use them ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Secret Of The Ages - Salvation By Grace

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Sep 3, 2018

A unique look at the gift of Salvation

“Surely you have heard about the administration of God's grace that was given to me for you, that is, the mystery made known to me by revelation, as I have already written briefly.” (Eph 3:2-3 NIV) There are two Greek words used in Scripture for the word “secret”. They are “kruptos” and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:3-10, Ephesians 2:8-9, 2 Peter 3:18, Philippians 2:12, Matthew 5:48  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Going Into Battle Series

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Sep 16, 2018

The spiritual world is real. Evil battles good. We need to go into battle only in God's power. And Paul uses armor to describe entering into fervent prayer.

Going into Battle Ephesians 6:10-18 Sometimes Veterans will ask me, “If there is a God, how could he allow such evil to happen in the world? Why doesn’t he do something about it? Does he not care? Is he not strong enough?” I assure them that God does care and that he is strong enough. And that he ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18, Genesis 4:7, Acts 19:15-16, 1 John 4:4, Psalm 139:23-24, John 14:6, James 4:3, Hebrews 4:12, Mark 11:24, 1 Timothy 2:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Growth Of The Saints

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 30, 2018

The Lord provides our salvation, but that does not absolve us from any responsibility. We are responsible for our growth and maturity, striving for Christ-likeness in this life.

The Growth of the Saints 2 Peter 1: 5-8 Following his introduction and reminder of the glorious benefit of salvation, Peter immediately extended a challenge to the believers who would read this letter. While salvation is an act of God’s marvelous grace offered to those who are underserving, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

A Profitable Investment

Contributed by Dr. Casey Adams on Oct 11, 2018

This message encourages believers to invest in their Faith in God!

I. "THEN I KNEW THAT THIS WAS THE WORD OF THE LORD. AND I BOUGHT THE FIELD OF HANAMEEL MY UNCLE'S SON, THAT WAS IN ANATHOTH, AND WEIGHED HIM THE MONEY, EVEN SEVENTEEN SHEKELS OF SILVER." A. This is one of the most striking incidents in the life of Jeremiah: 1. The transaction of the purchase of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20, Mark 10:28-30, Matthew 19:16-22, Luke 9:23, Mark 8:34, Matthew 16:24, Genesis 12:1-6, Revelation 7:9-17, Hebrews 11:28-40, Ruth 4:10, Ephesians 1:14, 1 Corinthians 3:20, Hebrews 11:1, Jeremiah 32:8-9, Hebrews 11:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist