Sermons on Stand Strong:

Grace Is About Controversy Series

Contributed by Bob Gillchrest on Jan 28, 2011

Paul discovers that Peter has done an about face and is behaving hypocritically.

We’re all so perfect that we never get into arguments with anyone - aren’t we? You never had a fight with your spouse? You’ve never had a blow-up with any of your children? You’ve never disagreed with your boss or supervisor? Everything has always been perfect - you’ve ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-21

Denomination: Baptist

"Thinking Like Jesus Does”

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Mar 24, 2003

If Jesus had a passion for "sinners" why do they feel so unwelcome in our churches today?

Illus.: Four Preachers Confess Four preachers met for a friendly gathering. During the conversation one preacher said, “Our people come to us and pour out their hears, confess certain sins and needs. Let’s do the same. Confession is good for the soul.” In due time all agree. One of them said that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rough Road

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Mar 27, 2007

A Good Friday Sermon

Good Friday Psalm 22 "The Rough Road" 22:1 ¶ To the choirmaster: according to The Hind of the Dawn. A Psalm of David. My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? Why art thou so far from helping me, from the words of my groaning? 2 O my God, I cry by day, but thou dost not answer; and by night, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-31

Denomination: Lutheran

No Mere Men-6--Sec. 2, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 2, 2014

6 of 10. Paul reveals the traits of unspiritual men. Unspiritual men are unable to exist in harmony. But Why? Because...No mere men can Overcome...

NO MERE MEN-VI—1Corinthians 3:1-9; 9-17; 18-23 —SECTION 2(3:9-17)— Attention: When it comes down to it, mankind's abilities are severely limited, accomplishing only a very small amount of the work they desire &/or what is required. All mankind realizes that their world is in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:9-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Family Is Divine In Origin. Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on May 2, 2013

For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh’? So they are no longer two, but one flesh. What therefore God has joined together let no man separate.” (Matthew 19:1-6).

The Bible teaches that the institution of family is of divine origin and purpose. It also provides guidelines for good relations within the family. A commitment to the divine principles provides today’s best hope for the recovery of family life. Marriage is a divine institution, ordained and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Grace Allows All?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 8, 2012

Restraint can be the best demonstration of strength.

Being a bit of a history buff as well as a student of Scripture I have noticed a vast difference between the Church of even sixty years ago and today. I have heard sermons from many men who were considered great in their day and even revered now in some circles. They were certainly more hell and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:12

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Worth Living Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 16, 2010

A message which speaks of asking and receiving.

A Life Worth Living James 1:3-8 * There is a story of two garment workers in New York City. One was a cutter and one was a stitcher. They were working side by side. They got to talking about vacations. One said he was looking forward to his vacation and the other said he was not going on a ...read more

Scripture: James 1:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

Adversity To Joy Series

Contributed by Lonnie Erwin on Apr 18, 2020

God's people have been crossing the wilderness of sin for 4o years and now the leader they counted on has died, they are faced with the uncertainty of life. God reassures them that He hasn't brought them this far to leave them.

God's people have been crossing the wilderness of sin for 4o years and now the leader they counted on has died, they are faced with the uncertainty of life. God reassures them that He hasn't brought them this far to leave them. Today we live in uncertain times. People today face a bleak ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Wickedness That Invites Repercussion-2--(2016-17)

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 13, 2016

2 of ? Genesis records humanity's wanton wickedness & its repercussions.Wanton wickedness invites repercussion. How does wickedness invite repercussion? 6 aberrations of wickedness that invite repercussion.

WICKEDNESS That INVITES REPERCUSSION-II—Genesis 6:1-8 Attention: There was a student who had no transportation to the community college she was attending. None of the students live on campus & had to get to class by their own means. Many catch a ride with someone who has a car. This particular ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Revelation Study Series 10 - God’s Mysterious Plan Fulfilled Series

Contributed by Clayton Beck on Feb 17, 2023

Jesus is alive! Jesus is coming back! Jesus wants you ready for His return!

Revelation Study Series 10 - God’s Mysterious Plan Fulfilled 12.19.21 Message… Revelation 5:1-4 1 Then I saw a scroll in the right hand of the One who was sitting on the throne. There was writing on the inside and the outside of the scroll, and it was sealed with seven seals. 2 And I saw a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Solomon's Succinct Summary

Contributed by Robert Austin on Aug 23, 2022

As we conclude our study of this book, I want us to think back. Consider the journey that Solomon has taken us on in this book. He started off in 1:1 by saying, “Everything is futile. Everything is Vain.”

And then he walks us through all the experiences, all the pursuits, all the different ways he tried to find meaning in life. And now, after all these lessons, we come to Solomon’s Succinct Summary. His conclusion can be remembered by dividing it into 4 “R’s”, Rejoice, Remember, Reflect and ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Principle Assets(2023)-4

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 1, 2023

4 of 7. Paul & Sosthenes opened their letter to the Corinthian church by informing them of their most important spiritual assets. The local(our) church has important spiritual assets. But What are some of those assets? A Principle Asset of the Christian church is...

Our PRINCIPLE ASSETS-IV--A—1Corinthians 1:4-5(:1-9) ATTENTION: WILD VINES—At the pastor’s house we are in the midst of a battle with Wild Grape vines & Carolina Jessamine vines. They are so prolific that they especially ‘wreak havoc’ on tree seedlings, pulling the young trees to the ground ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:4-5, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Samson, What A Life, In Our Weakness God Is Glorified. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Mar 8, 2025

Samson was a rugged character, rough as old boots. When he did call out to God, God answered his cries. They weren't cried out often. Are we consistent in our faith and prayer life? It makes a difference to our spiritual strength.

Samson, what a life, in our weakness God is glorified. Judges 13-16. The Judges are as we mentioned last week were a group of leaders of Israel. We started with some discussion about Othniel last week and how out of all the Judges he nailed the role, and then the rest started into a down-ward ...read more

Scripture: John 11:49-50, 1 Corinthians 1:27

Denomination: Salvation Army

Being Comfortable With Not Seeing

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Dec 9, 2023

This message is about faith, but from a different view point.

We’re going to begin in First Peter 1:8. Follow along with me. “Whom (referring to Jesus) having not seen, ye love; in whom, though now ye see Him not, yet believing, ye rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory.” Peter says we are able to rejoice with joy unspeakable. Why? Because we have ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-6, Genesis 12:1-4, Habakkuk 2:4, Romans 1:17, Galatians 3:11, Isaiah 55:10-11, Romans 4:18-21, 1 Peter 1:7-9, Romans 4:1-3, 1 Peter 1:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Focus: Your Best Friend Or Your Worst Enemy

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 15, 2000

God is calling for us to have the right focus for life

Focus: Our best friend or worst enemy? Matthew 14:22-36 March 22, 1998 Morning Service Introduction 1. Apollo 13 Mission: The mission was doomed, there numerous problems and failures, the only thing that saved the men on board was creativity and will to live, at one specific point in the mission ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-36

Denomination: Church Of God