Sermons on Steal Our Joy:

Husband And Wife Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on May 31, 2022

The submission to authority can be totally consistent with equality in importance, dignity, and honor. Peter carefully observed that wives are called to submit to their own husbands and not to all men in a general sense.

Husband and Wife - 1 Peter 3:1-7 Introduction: “The Lord is good and his love endures forever. “ I greet you all in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. 1. Lasting Purity (1 Peter 3:1-2) Joke: A husband and wife were dining at a restaurant. When their food arrived, the husband said: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

The Birth Of The Church

Contributed by Dale Miller on Jun 15, 2022

FIFTY DAYS AFTER THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS, PETER STOOD IN JERUSALEM, KEYS IN HAND, READY TO UNLOCK AND OPEN THE DOORS OF THE KINGDOM.

HFL APRIL 17, 2009 ACTS 2; 29-41 29“Brothers, I can tell you confidently that the patriarch David died and was buried, and his tomb is here to this day. 30But he was a prophet and knew that God had promised him on oath that he would place one of his descendants on his throne. 31Seeing what was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:29-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Victory Over Every Circumstance

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jun 20, 2022

Most Christians want to experience overcoming power and triumph in every situation. How can we?

I feel that most Christians want to experience “...overcoming power and triumph in each trying hour.” Victory over every circumstance. This principle is taught throughout the Bible. 1. Potter and the clay, Jeremiah 18:1-10 a. In the hands of the potter, verse 6. b. Made it again as seemed good to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:5-8, Genesis 50:20

Denomination: Baptist

A Broken Image Series

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Jul 18, 2022

One of the most famous characters in the Bible is Adam, but what do we know about Adam?

Introduction: One of the most famous characters in the Bible is Adam. He is also one of the characters who is most scoffed at by the world because they have been deceived and brainwashed by the theory of evolution. Adam was the first man – this is not only explained in the book of Genesis but it is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

Ephesians 3

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jul 23, 2022

NASB

1 For this reason I, Paul, the prisoner of Christ Jesus for the sake of you Gentiles-- 2 if indeed you have heard of the stewardship of God's grace which was given to me for you; 3 that by revelation there was made known to me the mystery, as I wrote before in brief. 4 By referring to ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Bethlehem Eucharist

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Nov 14, 2022

The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas)

Bethlehem is 6 miles south of Jerusalem, that is where the manger was. Mary did not say, “I am not having my baby here, it only has one star!” She gave birth to her first-born son. It does not mean that Mary had other children but rather expresses the rights of inheritance as in Genesis 27:36; ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:15, Isaiah 26:3

Denomination: Catholic

Christians Whom Do You Go For Counsel Or Advise? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 17, 2022

“Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted” (Galatians 6:1).

Ungodly people cannot offer Godly advice. Because the ungodly call good as evil and evil as good, they take pleasure in everything that glorifies evil, ungodly people have strayed into the world's desires and practices. People who are wicked, sinful, and devoid of godliness are referred to as ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:24, James 5:20, Ephesians 6:18

Revelation Twenty Series

Contributed by Diana Tyler on Oct 30, 2023

The devil finally gets what he deserves! Hallelujah!

John then sees an angel coming down from heaven having a key to the bottomless pit and a great chain. It is believed this angel will be the archangel, Michael. He laid hold of Satan and bound him for 1,000 years. He's cast into the bottomless pit and shut up. A seal is set on him so he should ...read more

Grandma Naomi Influenced Generations Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 1, 2023

Naomi had been a compromiser, but she became a woman of conviction.

A. HOW NAOMI COMPROMISED 1. She compromised her spiritual priorities. a. Did not continue in difficulties. “A famine in the land” (Ruth 1:1). b. Enticed by the well-watered plains of Moab (1:1). c. Left the Promised Land. “Ephrathites of Bethlehem, Judah” (1:2). 2. She compromised her ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:15, Ruth 4:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Ready To Talk With God Introduction Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 9, 2024

Getting ready to talk with God.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. The word Psalm in Hebrew means Tehillum, “to make jubilant music.” It comes from the root halal to yell a greeting, of course this means happy greetings. It is the word from which we get hello. So, pray, hello God. 2. Some Psalms were: a. Prayers (all types of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1, Psalm 66:18

Denomination: Baptist

Hebrews 11 - The Triumphs Of Faith

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Dec 3, 2021

Keep the faith!

11: 1 Now faith is the [a]assurance of things [b]hoped for, the [c]conviction of things not seen. 2 For by it the men (AND WOMEN) of old [d]gained approval. 3 By faith we understand that the [e]worlds were prepared by the word of God, so that what is seen was not made out of things which are ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Jesus Christ: The Great Evangelist, Part 1

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 6, 2022

In the fourth chapter of John's Gospel, the Lord Jesus is presented as the Great Evangelist. From the time He won Nathaniel (John 1:48-51) to the thief on the cross (Luke 23:39-43), He was busy bringing sinners to Himself.

In Chapter 4 of his Gospel, John has us turn our attention to the Lord Jesus as the Master Soul-Winner and our example for sharing the good news of salvation to everyone regardless of background, culture, nationality, or any circumstance. No one is exempt from hearing and receiving the message ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-30, Psalm 58:3, Matthew 22:42, John 6:44, Ephesians 2:1, 2 Corinthians 5:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Paul Preaching To The Sanhedrin Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 6, 2022

Paul’s arrest in Jerusalem marked a new term of his work. He completed his third Journey and now his next Journey from Jerusalem to Rome would be in chains. He would address powerful leaders, the High Priest, Felix, Festus, King Agrippa and on to appeal to Caesar.

Context of Paul to Sanhedrin Paul had finished his third missionary journey and was in Jerusalem and explaining to the Jerusalem leaders all that had happened through the Lord to the gentiles. Paul was led to Jerusalem by the Holy Spirit, but Paul was also anticipating troubles in Jerusalem ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Open Your Eyes

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Mar 29, 2023

Conservative vs Liberal Christianity is? People in the pews need to open their eyes and see what church leadership is doing.

Open Your Eyes John 11:45-54 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz A lesson from this passage from John’s Gospel is that the people need to monitor their leaders to ensure that their values and truths are being used. The people in Jesus’ day had little choice who their leaders were. The people could have ...read more

Scripture: John 11:45-54

Denomination: United Methodist

Preparing For Easter: An Outline For A Message From The Song, "Where He Leads Me”

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Apr 22, 2023

Great hymns can be a source of inspiration for sermons. The song, "Where He Leads Me", is appropriate not only as an invitation song but also as a guide through the Easter season. To the best of my knowledge, the song is in the public domain and has no current copyright.

Introduction: The song, “Where He Leads Me”, is often sung as an invitation song. Take a closer look at the lyrics, though, and every verse could be an illustration or picture of the Easter season! Here are the verses for “Where He Leads Me” with outline material to follow: 1 I can hear my Savior ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-47

Denomination: Baptist