Sermons on Spur:

Giving To A Giving God Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Dec 26, 2013

God desires for me to give to Him in the same way He has given to me

This morning we come to a passage that has – in my opinion – been one of the most misused passages in the entire Bible. It has been used throughout church history to perpetuate what I believe, based on my understanding of the Scriptures as a whole, are myths. And to demonstrate that, ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

First Of All, So Then, Therefore

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 17, 2016

May we be encouraged today by the Words of the Apostle Peter: FIRST OF ALL in whatever we do be holy and godly SO THEN we wait in God’s patience so that others may come to know Him THEREFORE be on guard while we wait and remain faithful

“FIRST OF ALL, SO THEN, THEREFORE” 2 PETER 3:1-18 #2Peter3 INTRODUCTION… Letters Back and Forth (p) Written letters can be a powerful tool of communication. I remember when I went to college that a friend of mine and I kept in contact via letters. We both graduated from the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Management 101 Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Aug 5, 2019

The need for Deacons

Acts 6: Management 101 - 3/5/17 Turn with me this morning to Acts 6.  I hope you are looking forward to what God has to say to you today.  Each week when you come, I hope your attitude is always This is going to be GOOD!  Because the truth is that if you come expecting a great ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sabbath Principle Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 1, 2015

The principle of Sabbath rest is still important for our physical, emotional, and spiritual health

Series: Big 10 “THE SABBATH PRINCIPLE” EXODUS 20:8-11 OPEN We’re moving right along in our series of messages called Big 10 based on the 10 Commandments. Today we’re going to look at the fourth commandment. We’re going to study “The Sabbath ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Does The Bible Say About Marriage?

Contributed by Robert Irvine on Aug 10, 2024

According to Esteban Ortiz-Ospina and Max Roser (Our World in Data), “Marriage, as a social institution, has been around for thousands of years.

According to Esteban Ortiz-Ospina and Max Roser (Our World in Data), “Marriage, as a social institution, has been around for thousands of years. With things that are thousands of years old, it is easy to assume that they can only change slowly. But developments since the middle of the 20th century ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24, Matthew 19:6

Denomination: Baptist

Honor One Another Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 28, 2022

In this sermon, we explore what it means to honor one another and how to do it.

Introduction: A. Welcome to our annual Friends and Family Day – if you are a visitor with us today, then please know that you are our honored guest and we are thankful and honored that you are with us. 1. On Friend and Family Day, I often break away from the sermon series I am preaching through ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:10, Philippians 2:3-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

#1problem Of The Heart Is The Heart Of The Problem Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 18, 2002

This series is a study in the problem of the heart appears to be the heart of the problem.

#1 THE PROBLEM OF THE HEART IS THE HEART OF THE PROBLEM By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is part one of a five part series. TEXT: Prov. 4:23 .. Keep they heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life. 1 Tim. 6:5 Perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23, Jeremiah 17:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Do You Do By Faith?

Contributed by Greg Nance on Feb 13, 2003

Faith, the foundation of obedience to God, has a rich history of dynamic characters. Today’s challenge is to hold on to the object and content of Christian faith.

Heroes of Faith: Abel, Enoch, Noah, Abraham, Sarah, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, Moses, Rahab, Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, David, Samuel, and the prophets. Hebrews 11 is a sort of survey of Old Testament faith leaders. The names that receive the most attention are Abraham and Moses. The central ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-40, Hebrews 10:19-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Seeds Are A Plan For Growth

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 18, 2002

YOU CAN COUNT THE SEEDS IN AN APPLE, BUT ONLY GOD CAN COUNT THE APPLES IN A SEED!

SEEDS ARE A PLAN By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Our text: 2 Peter 3:18 BUT GROW IN GRACE, AND IN THE KNOWLEDGE OF OUR LORD AND SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST... I ponder: You can count the seeds in an apple; BUT ONLY GOD CAN COUNT THE APPLES IN A SEED. Sickly oaks from sickly ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18, James 1:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Creating An Updraft Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 8, 2002

There’s a right way and a wrong way to "do" church. The right way is the one that takes the most work.

A woman once told about her good friend and fellow parishioner who had just bought a house that was between the preacher’s house and that owned by the chairman of the deacons. I teased her a bit. "Now you must really walk the straight and narrow," I said. "On the contrary," she replied. "I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

They Didn't Bow, Bind, Nor Burn

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Aug 28, 2003

Many critics attack this chapter because it contains the record of a miracle. Not one line in the narrative is myth or fiction. It is the pure truth because it is divinely inspired. But because many have trouble believing in miracles, they attack this cha

They did not bow, they did nor bend nor burn. CHAPTER 3. Many critics attack this chapter because it contains the record of a miracle. Not one line in the narrative is myth or fiction. It is the pure truth because it is divinely inspired. But because many have trouble believing in miracles, they ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

Leveraging The Crowd Mentality Series

Contributed by Michael Wiley on Mar 2, 2004

An investigative look at Jesus’ last days before crucifixion All of us are familiar with what is called the "mob mentality." Charles Dickens’ Pickwick Papers pictures the power of a crowd with these words: "It’s always best on these occasions to do w

CSI: Jerusalem Leveraging the Crowd Mentality An investigative look at Jesus’ last days before crucifixion Michael Wiley 04/13/03 Matthew 27:20 Introduction: All of us are familiar with what is called the "mob mentality." Charles Dickens’ Pickwick Papers pictures the power of a crowd with these ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let The Word And The Spirit Recharge You Emotionally, Mentally And Spiritua

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 6, 2004

The joy of the Lord is our strength, energizer and health. What a privilege to draw from the lifespring water of God’s love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness, faithfulness and self-control.

Let the Word and the Spirit Recharge You Emotionally, Mentally and Spiritually Illustration: Everyone needs recognition for his accomplishments, but few people make the need known quite as clearly as the little boy who said to his father: "Let’s play darts. I’ll throw and you say ’Wonderful!’" ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keep On Doing All The Good You Can

Contributed by Charles Lane Iii on Jul 17, 2004

An encouragement to be faithful and persistent in following the example of Jesus Christ in doing good, doing all the good we can.

DO ALL THE GOOD YOU CAN Text: Galatians 6:9-10 9 And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not. 10 As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith. I. WE BECOME WEARY, DISCOURAGED. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9-10

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

I Need A Hug

Contributed by Glenn Branham on May 8, 2005

Jesus would draw us close in repentance if we would come to Him.

"I Need a Hug" Mt. 23:37-39 Intro: Matthew has Jesus, probably in the temple with people milling all around. His heart is broken over the spiritual plight of His people, and He cries out; "O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, you who kill the prophets and stone those sent to you, how often I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:37-39

Denomination: Pentecostal