Sermons on Spiritual Life:

Cry Out PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 18, 2024

Emphasizes God's compassion, His attentiveness to our cries in times of need, and His power to bring comfort and deliverance.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters. It's a joy to be here with you today, sharing in the warmth of God's love and the fellowship of His people. We gather here, not as strangers, but as a family united under the banner of God's grace. Today, we are going to be looking into the heart of God's ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:6

Topics: Crying Out, He Heard Me

Empowered With A Plan PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 26, 2024

Explores the faith of Moses' parents, encouraging believers to trust in God's promises and act in faith, even in seemingly impossible circumstances.

Good morning, beloved family. It’s a joy to gather with you today, to share in the fellowship of our faith, and to turn our hearts toward the Word of God. Today, we are going to turn our attention to the second chapter of Exodus, where we find a story of remarkable courage, faith, and divine ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-9

Topics: Provoked, Pursue, Plan

Nothing Is Beyond Grace PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024

This sermon explores the grandeur, generosity, and groundwork of God's grace, as illustrated in Acts 10:9-16, and its transformative impact on our faith.

Welcome, beloved, to this gathering of hearts and souls, united under the banner of faith and the call of our Lord. As we come together today, let us remember the words of the great preacher Charles Spurgeon, who once said, "Grace is the first and last moving cause of salvation; and faith, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:9-16

Topics: Resurrection, Grace

Surprising The World Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon introduction discusses the anxiety some people feel towards evangelism, questioning if faith-sharing should be anxiety-inducing, and referencing Michael Frost's book "Surprise the World" which suggests that not everyone should be expected to evangelize in the same way.

Why does the word ‘evangelism’ cause some people so much anxiety? Do you get images of door-knocking or approaching strangers in shopping malls? Does it make you feel like you’re being turned into a reluctant recruitment officer for the church? Should faith-sharing really be anxiety producing? In ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6, 1 Peter 3:15-16

Topics: Evangelism, Faith-Sharing, Anxiety

Sermon Series: Surprise The World

Who’s In Charge Here!? Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores the authority of Jesus as the Messiah, the pride and blindness of the Pharisees, and the call for humility and inclusivity in faith.

Welcome church! Today we’ve got an interesting passage about the authority of Jesus and the inability of the Pharisees to see Jesus for who He is. And, smack dab in the middle of it all there is a parable about 2 sons. How are these things related? Why is authority important and what role does ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-32

Topics: Jesus' Authority, Pharisees' Pride, Redemption

Woman: Where Are Your Accusers? Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Sep 25, 2022

To establish Jesus' wisdom in dealings with Israel’s leaders that brought to Him a woman alleging she was caught in adultery, and Moses commanded to stone such a woman, tempting Him to have reason to accuse Him. This lesson exposes their plot against the Lord.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Woman’s Accusers 2. The Woman Accused 3. The Woman’s Acquitter Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will discuss the theme: “Woman: Where Are Your Accusers?” Jesus’ words to the mob: "You without sin cast the first stone," convicted her accusers, ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11, Leviticus 20:10, Deuteronomy 17:7, Deuteronomy 22:22-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ's Deity And Divine Nature Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Sep 11, 2025

To establish that the Scriptures reveal Jesus Christ as God, Lord, and Savior. Class is still out for some of our Scholars in this regard; some would have Him yet in the tomb, while others see Him no more than a mere man. We seek to identify Christ’s true divine nature!

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Jesus Christ Is God 2. Jesus Christ Is Lord 3. Jesus Christ Is Savior Introductory Remarks. 1. During our research and development on the lesson on being “partakers of the divine nature of Christ,” as described in 2 Peter 1:3-4, a great truth emerged. And that was that ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-3, John 5:18, John 20:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Marriage, Divorce, And Remarriage

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Aug 10, 2015

To present sound teaching on marriage, divorce, and remarriage. Marriage is honorable in all, and he that findeth a wife, findeth a good thing. This lesson refutes the notion that a baptized believer must return to their former spouse as fruits of repentance.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Christ’s Discourse on “Marriage” 2. Christ’s Discourse on “Divorce” 3. Christ’s Discourse on “Remarriage” Introductory Remarks. 1. This lesson will discuss “marriage, divorce, and remarriage." This topic is among the most misunderstood and debated in the Christian ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-28, Matthew 5:31-32, Luke 16:18, Matthew 19:1-9, 1 Corinthians 7:10-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Walking Across Impossibilities Part Three Series

Contributed by Arthur And Marie Mason on May 20, 2004

Moses was God’s chosen deliverer. The children of Israel were in bondage, and God heard their cries, their prayers. They were in an impossible situation but through God, however, impossibilities became very possible.

Walking Across Impossibilities Part Three Through Faith, Your Impossible Situation Can Become Possible Exodus 2:15 Moses was God’s chosen deliverer. The children of Israel were in bondage, and God heard their cries, their prayers. They were in an impossible situation but through God, however, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:15-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What's All The Fuss About?

Contributed by William Mouser on Jul 14, 2005

In a culture that acts as if marriage were of no consequence, there exists a fascination with marriage. Paul’s statement that it is a Great Mystery explains why there is such a fuss about marriage.

I know that all of you stand in line at grocery stores, and though I have not done any grocery shopping here in Orange City, I’d bet a bundle that the experience here is pretty much like my experience in a small town in North Texas. When I go through a checkout line, I am treated to a large ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:31-32

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Who's In Charge Here?

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

Christ is the Head of the Church.

Who's In Charge Here? Colossians 1:16-18 At a meeting of the American Psychological Association, Jack Lipton, a psychologist at Union College, and R. Scott Builione, a graduate student at Columbia University, presented their findings on how members of the various sections of eleven major symphony ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where Are The Pastors?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 22, 2001

So you think you want to be a pastor. or So you think you know how to call a pastor.

Where Are All The Pastors? 1 Tim 3:1 This is a true saying, If a man desire the office of a bishop, he desireth a good work. (KJV) In a Dallas/Fort Worth Heritage article, Ron Rose asks, "Where are all the pastors? That is exactly the question I heard in 1977 when I surrendered to preach. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1

Denomination: Baptist

All Kinds Of People Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jul 9, 2001

Five reasons why God wants our church to welcome all kinds of people who share a common faith in Christ with us.

(Note: This sermon was introduced with a powerpoint presentation set to the song "All Kinds of People" written by Sheryl Crow, Kevin Gilbert and Erick Pressley and performed by Susan Ashton from the "A Distant Call" CD). Why is it that the Christian community is divided over many of the very same ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do You Read Me? ... Over Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 10, 2003

Communication is not a luxury--it is a necessity, especially in today’s family. James 1:19 outlines three simple ways to improve your family’s communication lines.

Do You Read Me? … Over James 1:19 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION This is the second message in the series entitled, “Family: An Endangered Species?” Last week I shared six common characteristics strong families share. One of them was the ability to communicate well as a family. Whether you are a ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19

Denomination: Baptist

Distractions And More Opposition Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Feb 8, 2013

Nehemiah faced opposition prior to this event, but here the opposition had the strong potential to distract Nehemiah from his work in God's plan. We find that Nehemiah reveals his character in being able to stay focused when the world around him was fille

Sermon Brief Date Written: February 8, 2013 Date Preached: February 10, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Building with God Sermon Title: Distraction & Opposition Sermon Text: Nehemiah 6:3 [ESV] 3so I replied by sending this message to them: “I am ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-19

Denomination: Baptist