Sermons on Staying Pure:

Overcoming Sexual Temptation Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Apr 24, 2013

Joseph is young and good looking, yet he overcame a serious sexual temptation. We can develop our strategy for victory by examining Joseph's response.

When I first studied Genesis 39 and the story of Joseph and Potophar’s wife, I thought initially that I would “tone down” the sexual content of this chapter. The story provided in this passage details Joseph’s vivid encounter with a seductive woman, and his victory as he ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Duties Of The Church Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jul 30, 2013

Though these are not the only duties of the the church, this sermon reminds us that the church has the duties to WIN people; TEND to people; MEND people and SEND people.

Duties of the Church Sermon 4 in the series “Church Matters" Chuck Sligh July 28, 2013 TEXT: Turn to Matthew 28 INTRODUCTION Opening Illustration – Firemen Illustration (USE THREE VOLUNTEERS) All given chores to do while waiting for the opportunity to put out a fire for regular ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Insults Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 11, 2016

A study of the book of Job 11: 1 – 20

Job 11: 1 – 20 Insults 1 Then Zophar the Naamathite answered and said: 2 “Should not the multitude of words be answered? And should a man full of talk be vindicated? 3 Should your empty talk make men hold their peace? And when you mock, should no one rebuke you? 4 For you have said, ...read more

Scripture: Job 11:1-20

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

All Things New

Contributed by Esther Collins on Jun 15, 2022

This is a message about what becomes new in the life of a new believer in Jesus.

All Things New This message is based on this verse from 2 Corinthians 5:17, “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.” (ESV) Think about it. Most parents will vividly remember the birth of their children with utmost fondness, ...read more

Scripture: John 3:3, John 3:16, Ezekiel 36:26, Matthew 15:18, Proverbs 4:23, Matthew 5:8, Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Psalm 51:10, Philippians 4:8, John 1:12, Ephesians 2:19, Romans 12:5, 1 Peter 2:9, 2 Corinthians 5:20, Ephesians 2:10, 1 Corinthians 6:19, John 15:15, Ephesians 2:1-10, John 15:16, Matthew 5:16-17, Luke 10:27, Matthew 6:33, Colossians 3:2, 2 Timothy 2:22, Matthew 6:19, Proverbs 17:22, Philippians 2:14, Colossians 3:23, Philippians 2:3, John 14:2-3, Revelation 21:1, Philippians 3:20, Hebrews 11:8-10, Galatians 5:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Laughter

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Oct 26, 2022

Today we are going to talk about “Laughter.” If we define laughter, we might say it is the quick breath resulting in a series of short vowel-like sounds usually "ha-ha," "ho-ho" or "hee-hee" which we call laughter.

Laughter “Then was our mouth filled with laughter.” Psalm 126:2 “He that sitteth in the heavens shall laugh.” —Psalm 2:4 Intro: A elderly couple were home The wife softly said to her husband Do you remember when we used to just sit and you would hold my hand The man reached over and held her ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:2, Psalm 2:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Living Hope!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 10, 2021

'A Living Hope.' 1 Peter chapter 1 verses 1-12 sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). We Have a Living Hope (vs 3). (2). We Have a Permanent Inheritance (vs 4): (3). We Have Divine Protection (vs 5): (4). We Have a Developing Faith (vs 6-7). (5). We Have an Unseen Saviour (vs 8). (6). We Have Guaranteed Deliverance (vs 9): SERMON BODY: Ill: • Countdown is a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-12

Denomination: Brethren

How Did Jesus Remain Holy Without Acting Like The Pharisees

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

"Be holy as I am holy." Practical ways that we can be obedient to the divine command.

How to be Holy as Jesus Commands us To Be - Matt. 6:26,27 Illustration: Quarterback cum ESPN commentator Joe Theismann, allegedly explaining to his soon-to-be-ex second wife why he had an affair: "God wants Joe Theismann to be happy." Source Unknown. A holy life will make the deepest ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:26-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Is The Wise Guy?

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 16, 2004

This sermon compares false and true wisdom.

Turn with me to James 3. Read James 3:13-18. James starts this passage off with a penetrating question, “Who is wise and understanding among you?” A lot of people claim to be wise and understanding. He is calling for us to examine our motives and ourselves. He calls those who think they are ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Baker's Dirty Dozen

Contributed by Gerald Manning on Mar 11, 2017

Thirteen points that call us to repentance ... a Lenten service.

A BAKER'S DIRTY DOZEN 2 Tim 2:22-26 Run away from infantile indulgence. Run after mature righteousness—faith, love, peace—joining those who are in honest and serious prayer before God. Refuse to get involved in inane discussions; they always end up in fights. God’s servant must not be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:22-26, 2 Timothy 7:21-23, Mark 7:21

Denomination: Nazarene

The End Is Love Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 17, 2021

Paul took very seriously the exalting of love to the supreme place in the Christian life. In all of his letters it is the supreme goal, for to be filled with agape love is to be filled with Christ.

Someone has said, "You can never win in the game of life if you don't know where the goal posts are." You can't win in any game if you don't have a goal. Great men in every walk of life have been those with a goal, and a determination to reach it. It is difficult to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:5

Written In Our Hearts

Contributed by Daniel Haas on Apr 4, 2009

"I will forgive their iniquity, and remember their sin no more" says our God to all the peoples. My faults are forgiven. My relationships are fixed. "No longer shall they teach one another, or say to each other, “Know the Lord,” for they shall all know me

Pure Gospel - "I will forgive their iniquity, and remember their sin no more" - God to all the peoples - My faults are forgiven - My relationships are fixed - "No longer shall they teach one another, or say to each other, “Know the Lord,” for they shall all know me, from the least of them to the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-34

Denomination: Congregational

Pursuing Purity In An Impure World Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 24, 2004

We can con our coworkers, fool our friends and family, play charades with church members, and even deceive ourselves, but we can’t masquerade before the Lord because He sees right through our masks.

Pursuing Purity in an Impure World I remember seeing a cartoon that shows a pastor and his wife deep in conversation. The wife says, “Today let’s do something different. Why don’t you be charming at home and grouchy at church?” Ouch. That really doesn’t apply to me…because I’m often grouchy in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

Get In The Game

Contributed by Michael Vaughn on Jul 26, 2007

Christianity can become a lot like a Major League Soccer game; there are thousands of people in the stands watching, and only 11 out on the field doing all the work.

Get in the Game There is something exciting about watching MLS on TV. There is something even more exciting about watching World Cup Play on TV, with thousands upon thousands of screaming and chanting fans, waving their countries flags, dressed in their countries colors, and throwing confetti ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:5

Denomination: Methodist

Holy People Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 20, 2017

Holiness is not a popular subject these days. Maybe because there are so few people who count holiness as a goal, or even as a value. But the Bible says a lot about holiness.

Colossians 1:2 To God’s holy people in Colossae, the faithful brothers and sisters in Christ: Grace and peace to you from God our Father. We’ve talked about grace & peace in previous devotions (Ephesians 1 & Philippians 1). Today, let’s focus on holiness. Holy People Have you thought much about ...read more

Denomination: *other

Sermon On The Mount: The Blessed Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 20, 2011

Opening Scriptures to the Sermon on the Mount

Title: Self and the Sermon on the Mount Theme: Text: Matthew 5:1-16 Matthew 5:6 Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled. Matthew 5:20 For I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-16

Denomination: Church Of God