Sermons on Stability:

"You Want Us To What?"

Contributed by Randall Long on Aug 2, 2017

When Jesus' followers give Him what they have, little though it is, He does a miracle and feeds many through them.

The events in today's text took place at a pivotal time in the apostles' relationship with the Lord. They had just returned from their first "mission trip", when He had given them authority over unclean spirits and diseases and had sent them out to preach. They had a lot to tell Him, but there ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-44

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Saddest Word Series

Contributed by Jim Kilson on May 27, 2014

Part 2 of 8 in a series covering words in the Bible that are all too often overlooked or ignored.

INTRODUCTION: So what is the “saddest” word in the Bible? We mentioned it last week, so I guess we could call this a “test.” If we were to ask, again the answers would be as diverse as the people answering the question. Some would say death, fear, hate, or even lost… ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:6-8

Denomination: Christian Church

Thought Complexity (Ezekiel 22)

Contributed by Nick Michael on Feb 21, 2018

Talking about Ezekiel chapter 22 and specifically verse 30, Ezekiel talks about making a stand. typically people think you can just stand for what you believe and everything will be ok, and if people don't want to comply that's their own deal....

Ezekiel 22:30 Turn your mind into a shield - How to think for yourself – prophetofwar.com1 Talking about Ezekiel chapter 22 and specifically verse 30, Ezekiel talks about making a stand. typically people think you can just stand for what you believe and everything will be ok, and if people don't ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Supernatural Power Of Faith

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Apr 21, 2014

We want to give Jesus the credit for all the great stuff that we've been blessed to see and do for His Name. We always want to point to Jesus in everything that we say and do.

Faith matters to people. Every human being believes something. There is no such thing as a faithless person. Many people believe in themselves, or they place faith in government. Others maybe in a god, or gods, a lot of people put their faith in money, and many in science and theories. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:20-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sunny Side Sermon V: Christian Battle Armor - What A Shame Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 1, 2020

In our fallen world, threats toward God's People are intended to silence voices of God's Truth. Though we don't like the idea of warfare, Christian disciples must be equipped with spiritual armor to fight the good fight of faith.

CHRISTIAN BATTLE ARMOR? WHAT A SHAME! It was a crying shame that, in June of this year, a gunman opened fire on softball teams made up of congressmen in Washington! No one suspected it could happen, yet it did happen - two teams practicing to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Christian Citizenship Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 29, 2021

We obey human authority, not just out of fear, but for the Lord's sake. Peter says this is to be the motivating power behind Christian submission. Good citizenship is a service to God, and it is to bring glory to God.

Christians in general and Baptists in particular have played important roles in the patriotism of America. One of the finest patriotic hymns is My Country Tis Of Thee. It was written in 1832 by a Baptist clergyman named Samuel Francis Smith. The Pledge of Alliance to the flag was written in 1892 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Sermon On The Distorted Rails Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 2, 2025

Rails are defined as a steel bar or continuous line of bars laid and secured to sleepers as one of a pair forming a railway track.

Jenkin Lloyd Jones, a Welsh-born author and church minister practising in the United States of America once remarked: “Life is just like an old time rail journey ... delays, sidetracks, smoke, dust, cinders, and jolts, interspersed only occasionally by beautiful vistas and thrilling bursts of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:12, Matthew 7:13-14, Jeremiah 10:23, Psalm 25:4-5

5 Ways To Stay Encouraged In A Lonely World

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 24, 2023

Hope is the secret weapon of the Christian. Hope is the weapon of our mind to defeat any discouraging thought. Use this powerful weapon, by training your mind to counter any pessimistic thought with the truth of the scriptures.

According to a study by Harvard, 36% of Americans, so more than one in three, described their level of loneliness as "serious." In a lonely world, how can we find encouragement? How can we find a mindset that leads to stability and peace? That is the challenge in this world. The battle ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-15, Hebrews 12:2, Psalm 123:1

Denomination: Salvation Army

Managing Your Finance Biblically

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Sep 2, 2024

The scripture clearly states that one cannot serve both God and mammon (wealth), indicating that it is not possible to simultaneously serve God and devil.

Managing Your Finance Biblically 1. Matthew 25:14-30 2. 1Tim 6:6-10 3. Psalm - 01 The Bible talks the topic of money extensively, with Jesus conveying important lessons through various parables. These teachings emphasize not only our attitudes towards money but also the importance of managing our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30, 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

David Lives Among The Philistines Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 3, 2023

“But David thought to himself, “One of these days I will be destroyed by the hand of Saul. The best thing I can do is to escape to the land of the Philistines. Then Saul will give up searching for me anywhere in Israel, and I will slip out of his hand.”

David and his 600 men having been running here and there, constantly pursued by King Saul and the troops of Israel. He’s managed to evade Saul for a long time now, because God is with him. Several times he’s encountered Saul personally now, and spared his life. But David starts to feel like the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 27:1-4

Denomination: Salvation Army

Dabar: The Living Power Of God’s Word 1 Peter 1:24-25 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 31, 2024

The Hebrew word dabar reminds us that God’s Word is not static or limited. Dabar goes beyond mere sound or symbol; it represents a living, dynamic, and creative power that brings about change and reality. Dabar is spoken, and things happen - creation occurs, life unfolds, promises are fulfilled.

Dabar: The Living Power of God’s Word 1 Peter 1:24-25 (Understanding Dabar: The Power and Purpose of God's Word in the Hebrew Bible) 1 Peter 1:24-25 (NLT): “As the Scriptures say, ‘People are like grass; their beauty is like a flower in the field. The grass withers, and the flower fades. But ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:24-25, Isaiah 40:6-8, Psalm 103:15-16, Psalm 33:9, Isaiah 55:11, Romans 10:17, Matthew 7:24-25, John 1:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Having Faith In God's Unchanging Word.

Contributed by David Cramer on Nov 10, 2024

In the times we live in it is important to remember that God's Word does not change and is the foundation for our lives.

Having Faith in God’s unchanging word. Good Morning Stand with me and lift your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christmas Eve Communion Service - The Perfect Time, The Perfect Gift - Galatians 4:4-5 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 12, 2024

Christmas isn’t just a celebration of a baby’s birth—it’s the celebration of perfect timing. In Galatians 4:4-5, the Apostle Paul captures the significance of the coming of Christ. These verses show us that Jesus’ birth was no accident; it was God’s deliberate and perfect plan.

Christmas Eve Communion Service - The Perfect Time, The Perfect Gift - Galatians 4:4-5 Galatians 4:4-5 (NLT): “But when the right time came, God sent his Son, born of a woman, subject to the law. God sent him to buy freedom for us who were slaves to the law, so that he could adopt us as his very ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-5, Isaiah 46:10, Romans 6:23, 1 Peter 1:18-19, Romans 8:15, Matthew 26:26-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Restoration Of A Nation Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 24, 2024

This is the 12th Sermon in the Series from the Book of Amos, "Social Justice".

Series: Social Justice [#12] THE RESTORATION OF A NATION Amos 9:1-15 Introduction: As we conclude our Series from the Book of Amos; I want to sum everything up. The Book of Amos addressed a Nation that had turned away from God, reflecting the struggles we face today. In our World filled with ...read more

Scripture: Amos 9:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

What Great Leaders Do – Leadership In Churches Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Nov 6, 2022

True leaders in churches have a responsibility role. We look at 10 pointers in leadership and then examine the characteristics all great leaders of God's people have AND must have.

WHAT GREAT LEADERS DO – LEADERSHIP IN CHURCHES It was a privilege to have attended a seminar while I was in England attended by leaders from smaller churches located in Norfolk, Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire. The whole purpose was to instruct on leadership in churches. Stuart Bell took a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18, John 20:20, Proverbs 16:18, 1 Timothy 3:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational