Sermons on Spiritual Failure:

(Section 5) Lucifer's Exaltation Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 19, 2018

Discussion of Lucifer, His Creation, His Exaltation

2. Angels named a. Michael -- Archangel (chief) Dan. 10:13 “But the prince of the kingdom of Persia withstood me one and twenty days: but, lo, Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me; and I remained there with the kings of Persia.” Who is Michael, specifically? (David Guzik) (1) ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Promise Of A Return Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jun 23, 2018

This message looks at what we know and don't know about Jesus' promise to return.

It was March 21st, 1942 standing in the Terowie Train Station in South Australia, following his retreat from the Philippines that General Douglas MacArthur promised the people of the Philippines "I came out of Bataan and I shall return". And he did.  Two and a half years later, after wading ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:30-44

Denomination: Wesleyan

Eternal Inheritance Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 27, 2018

Final Message (15) in our study of Joshua. This message explores the concept of an eternal inheritance.

“Eternal Inheritance” Introduction We are all familiar with inheritance. An inheritance is the passing of wealth and resources within the family from elder to younger. Sometimes it involves the death of the elder but not always. There are times when a parent will pass on an inheritance while the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-15, Psalm 24:1-2, Revelation 22:1-7

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Story Behind The Story

Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 28, 2018

In these first seven verses of Ruth we are introduced to the family of a man named Elimelech who lived during the days of the judges (v. 1). It is the sad tale of a man who chooses to walk out on the Lord and on God's plan for his life. As a result of his

Studies in the Book of Ruth “The Story Behind The Story.” Ruth 1:1-7 Only two books of the Bible bear the names of women; they ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Fighting Fear With Fear Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 28, 2018

Message 12 in our Judges series. This is the third message dealing with the topic of fear.

Judges Series #12 Life Cycles “Understanding and Handling Fear” Pt 3 (Trust More Fearless) Review In our study of Judges, we have discovered that God powerfully enlists the most unlikely to accomplish the impossible, even the fearful and timid. Some of the words associated with fear. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:9-10, Philippians 4:4-7, Nehemiah 2:2-4, 1 Peter 3:13-16

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Imagine-A Loving Father

Contributed by John Oscar on Jul 2, 2018

Note: This sermon is part of a series provided to church's that purchase a marketing kit for the movie "I Can Only Imagine". They have been edited to fit our congregation and culture, but the main body of the sermon is not original to me.

Imagine- A Loving Father Matthew 3 I want to talk to you today about imagination. There is a small art organization that goes into public schools in rough areas of cities and teaches art therapy, so that kids whose imagination have been crushed by poverty can experience the possible through what ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Dilemma’s And Decisions”

Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 2, 2018

The difference one person can make.

A Study of the Book of Esther “Dilemma’s and Decisions” Esther 4:1-17 The world has so many big problems, and they often seem ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

God's Path To New Life Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 7, 2018

Final message in our series in Galatians.

“The Cross, God’s path to new life” Review Outline for Paul’s letter to the Galatians I. Paul Possessed the Correct Divine Credentials 1:6-2:21 A. Reacted to such a quick departure from the gospel of grace vs 6-7 B. Condemned anyone distorting the gospel of grace vs 8-9 C. Affirmed his ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Castaway Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jul 8, 2018

The castaway theme, from Robinson Crusoe up to Tom Hanks in Cast Away, is an of enduring theme in our culture. Acts 28:1-10 is a real-life castaway story, except instead of pirates and treasure maps, it involves superstitious natives and venomous snakes.

Castaway Acts Series Chuck Sligh July 8, 2018 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Acts 28. INTRODUCTION Illus. – Stories of island castaways are a recurring theme for novels and movies. The idea ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Controlling You? A Conditioned Stimulus?

Contributed by Kelly Durant on May 16, 2015

We love and serve each other, we influence and restrain one another, but we must become aware of the whys and motives. Control over another is a strange phenomenon; I observe many people are unaware of who is pulling their strings!Control is usually done by invoking fear!

What Is Controlling You? A Conditioned Stimulus? By Kelly Durant 5-17-15 Galatians 5:1 Stand fast therefore in the liberty by which Christ has made us free, and do not be entangled again with a yoke of bondage 5:13 For you, brethren, have been called to liberty; only do not use liberty as an ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-13

Denomination: Salvation Army

Let My People Go Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 17, 2015

I'd always thought Moses just told Pharaoh "Let my people go." But Moses never said it quite that way. What did Moses actually say... and why should it matter to us?

OPEN: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0SJrHDSlE7A from 0:50 to 1:31 (it’s the part of the move “The Ten Commandments” where Charlton Heston/Moses confronts Pharaoh/Yul Brynner and declares “Let My People Go.”) There’s an old Negro spiritual Louis Armstrong made ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 5:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Now What? Responding To The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on May 18, 2015

The work of the Holy Spirit created a huge response to the gospel on the original Pentecost. It could have gone very differently but for the fact that God was at work, creating the nascent Church.

CATM Sermon - May 17, 2015 - Acts Chapter 2:36-47 We ended last week’s message by considering how the many people gathered responded to Peter's message of the Gospel, and to the fact that Jesus had died for them, even as they orchestrated His murder. And one of the things that makes ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Daily Bread

Contributed by Shawn Miller on May 19, 2015

Three lessons learned from Gods provision found in the manna provided for the Israelites in the desert: God's provision teaches us Obedience, God's provision teaches us Sufficience, God's provision teaches us Dependence

Our Daily Bread Introduction: A young woman brought her fiancé home to meet her parents for thanksgiving dinner. After dinner, her mother told her father to find out about the young man. The father invited the fiancé to his study for a talk. "So what are your plans?" the father asked the young ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:16-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

“change Has Come To America . . . God, Help Us!” Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 20, 2015

www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBmbUkkIGc (28 second video of President Obama’s victory speech, “It’s been a long time coming, but tonight, because of what we did on this day, in this election, at this defining moment, change has come to America.”)

America’s Fork In The Road: Keeping or Cutting Covenant Series (Based up Perry Stone & Bill Cloud’s book, America’s Controversy with God’s Covenant) “Change Has Come To America . . . God, Help Us!” March 22, 2015 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:37

Denomination: Baptist

A Study Of The Book Of Romans Lesson 36 Series

Contributed by James May on May 23, 2015

Continuation of the expository study of the Book of Romans

Book of Romans Lesson #36 Romans 13:8-14 By Rev. James May In our last lesson we talked about being citizens of two kingdoms; the Kingdom of Heaven is our eternal home and the land that we all will dwell forever with the Lord; and the “kingdom in which we live on this earth”, the USA. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible