Sermons on Stand In The Gap:

Timothy's Story Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 16, 2017

Today we will be looking at a story of a young man Timothy and an old man Paul and see how they changed the world together for Jesus’ Kingdom. We will discover that when young and old unite – forgetting the generation gap - extraordinary things will happe

Series: Extraordinary Men of Faith Extraordinary is defined as very unusual or remarkable – not ordinary or normal! Yes, the opposite of extraordinary is normal! We were created by God to live and do extraordinary things in our lives with His power and presence. Do you want to be normal or ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breakfast By The Lake

Contributed by Paul Dietz on Apr 10, 2008

This was written and delivered as a memorial Homily for Michael Cutrer [Ka-trair]. Executive Chef at Rocky Gap State Park Lodge near Cumberland, MD (the lodge sets right next to Lake Habeb. Therefore it was written and delivered as a memorial to his life

Breakfast by the Lake John 21: 9b; 12-13 Written by Paul E. Dietz as a Memorial Homily The wood had now burnt long enough to be glowing embers of charcoal. The fire was cracking and popping a little. The waves were slapping the shoreline of the lake. A mist was rising off the water and being ...read more

Scripture: John 21:9-13

Denomination: *other

From The Shadows A New Day Dawns Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Mar 24, 2005

This is the fourth in a series but can be used stand alone. It looks at the bright new morning that dawns to dispel the shadows of the cross. A stone rolled away, a tomb standing empty, and a promise fulfilled.

Shadows of the Cross Pt 4 From the Shadows a New Day Dawns Luke 24:1-12 It was early dawn – the sun not yet above eastern horizon. Three women make their way quietly toward the tomb of Jesus. As they make their way down the road their eyes might have been called again to a hilltop called Golgotha ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: *other

Filled With The Spirit Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on May 5, 2009

Stephen was a man who existed in the state of being filled with the Spirit. He preaches a powerful sermon and sees Jesus standing at the right hand of the throne of God. Why is Jesus standing?

6. The Book of Acts June 28th, 2009 Filled with the Spirit We first meet Stephen in Acts 6. The church has been growing substantially and as it grows so do its needs. Many of these new issues should not be taking up the Apostles’ time. Their time is to be dedicated to prayer and to the ...read more

Denomination: *other

Actively Repent And Avoid Presumption

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 1, 2025

We can stand under Gis mystery, His greatness, His uniqueness, and admire or adore Him. That’s the extent of our “understanding,” to stand beneath his Being.

Monday of the Eighth Week in Course 2025 This is one of those liturgical weeks that gets started in one direction and then heads off in another mid-week. Of course, I’m talking about Wednesday as the turn-around day, Ash Wednesday, which begins the universally recognized time of Lent. So we should ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-2, Psalm 32:5-7, Mark 10:17-27

Denomination: Catholic

I Will Not Relent

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jul 31, 2019

If God delays the coming of Jesus we will all go by the way of the grave - What then?

Introduction: Share thoughts from a funeral you have overseen… • If God delays the coming of Jesus we will all go by the way of the grave - What then? I. All of us will leave some kind of mark when we leave this world. A. What kind of mark will you leave? 1. Only one life twill soon be past. - ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14-15, Mark 9:23-29, Ephesians 6:12, 2 Corinthians 10:3-6, Matthew 16:19, Matthew 16:24-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Iv.a.2: The Law Obligates The Believer (5:3) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 25, 2019

In addition to the fact that turning to the Law ruins grace, there is the additional problem that it creates an entirely new obligation: a person is obligated to keep the whole Law.

December 4, 2013 The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Galatians Tom Lowe Chapter IV.A.2: The Law Obligates the Believer (5:3) Introduction We continue with Paul’s argument to stand fast in the liberty and freedom of grace. Commentary 3 For I testify again to every man that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:3

Denomination: Baptist

Put A Helmet On! Eph.6:10-17

Contributed by Mark Dellosso on Nov 12, 2015

How important is it to protect your Head? This sermon will address how to stand against the things that mess up your head! Whoever, or whatever has got your head, had got you! Stand firm. Are you ready for a shifing? Keep your helmet on!

=Scripture Text: Eph.6:10-17 “Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to STAND against the wiles (tricks, deceptions and schemes) of the devil. (12) For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Good News Shoes Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Oct 29, 2015

This part of the spiritual armor is good news for us but very bad news for Satan and his domain.

Let’s begin today with a review. Paul is in prison chained to a guard 24 hours a day- seven days a week. As he is observing the soldiers uniform, the Holy Spirit begins to speak to him about spiritual armor. He takes note of the belt around the soldier’s waist. He notices that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:15

Denomination: Foursquare

The Wiles Of The Devil

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jul 31, 2020

Satan is the master of deception and is planning your demise. A word study on the word "wiles" and how that impacts our lives.

IT DOESN’T MATTER IF ONE IS PLAYING CARDS WITH FRIENDS, ENJOYING A PICK-UP GAME OF BASKETBALL AT THE GYM, OR EVEN LENDING SOMETHING OF VALUE TO A FRIEND, NOBODY LIKES IT WHEN SOMEONE IS CAUGHT CHEATING, TRYING TO MANIPULATE THE RULES, BREAKS OR FAILS TO RETURN WHAT WAS BORROWED. WE HATE CHEATING. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13, 1 Peter 5:8, Matthew 4:5-6, Psalm 91:11-12, 1 Peter 5:7-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Our Response To The Move Of God Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Feb 8, 2020

Habakkuk 3:2 – O LORD, I have heard thy speech, and was afraid: O LORD, revive thy work in the midst of the years, in the midst of the years make known; in wrath remember mercy.

I. Entering In A. Our Attitude Determines Our Altitude Psalms 100:4 - Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name. 1. Having the right attitude goes a long way in obtaining the right things. 2. Having the wrong attitude will shut ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:4, Psalm 145:1-21, Psalm 145:1, Psalm 145:4, Psalm 145:21, Psalm 145:5, 1 Timothy 2:8, Psalm 24:7, Psalm 47:6, Psalm 33:3, Psalm 47:1, Psalm 24:3-5, Habakkuk 3:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Just Ring The Bell!

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 1, 2022

You can quit the struggle to finish the course. If you do, the impact of your life will be insignificant. If you stand firm, the impact of what you do now for Christ will yield eternal results.

“Let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.” [1] Becoming a United States Navy Seal is arguably among the most difficult ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Trust In The Unchanging God - Hebrews 13:5-9 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 15, 2025

Life is filled with uncertainty. The world around us is constantly changing—political systems rise and fall, financial markets fluctuate, people come and go. Yet, in the midst of all this change, we have a firm foundation in Jesus Christ, who never changes.

Go! And Trust in the Unchanging God - Hebrews 13:5-9 Introduction: Life is filled with uncertainty. The world around us is constantly changing—political systems rise and fall, financial markets fluctuate, people come and go. Yet, in the midst of all this change, we have a firm foundation in Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5-9, Romans 10:9, Matthew 7:24-27, Psalm 46:1, 2 Timothy 1:7, John 14:6, Philippians 4:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Altar & Lampstand (Exodus 27)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 5, 2024

How do the altar and lampstand look forward to Jesus and the new heavens and new earth? Let's look at Exodus 27.

In Israel’s ancient tabernacle, who does the altar symbolize as our supreme sacrifice? Who could the olive oil lamps symbolize? Is there a greater tabernacle in heaven? Let’s look at Exodus 27. Of what materials was the altar to be constructed? You are to construct the altar of acacia wood. The ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

I Am Alive By God's Word. Living And Standing On The Promises Of God's Word

Contributed by William Akehurst on Mar 6, 2023

We are made alive by GOD’s WORD, therefore we need to understand and STAND upon the Promises of HIS WORD to us.

2023.03.05 Sermon Notes. Alive and Living by GOD’s WORD. Standing on HIS Promises William Akehurst, HSWC Scriptures Referenced: Matthew 4:4; 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Isaiah 40:31; Matthew 11:28-30; Isaiah 54:10; Isaiah 43:1-2; Colossians 1:13-14; Ephesians 1:5-6; Romans 8:15; Exodus 14:13-14; James 1:5; ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31, Matthew 11:28-30, Isaiah 54:10, Isaiah 43:1-2, Colossians 1:13-14, Ephesians 1:5-6, Romans 8:15, Exodus 14:13-14, James 1:5, James 4:7, 1 John 1:9, Romans 6:6, Luke 6:37, Matthew 23:12, Deuteronomy 31:6, John 3:16, John 8:36, Mark 11:24, John 14:13, 1 John 5:14, James 1:6, Luke 17:6, Philippians 4:19, Psalm 50:15, Psalm 37:4-5, Revelation 3:5, Romans 8:28, Matthew 6:31-33, Proverbs 3:5-6, John 14:3, Romans 8:16-17, Revelation 22:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational