Sermons on Stiff Necked People:

Why Do Bad Things Happen To Bad People? Series

Contributed by E. True Neilson on Jan 29, 2015

Though God is never mentioned in this book, his fingerprints are all over the story of the heroic Esther and Mordecai. Study along as we discuss the ins and outs of living for God in a godless culture.

LIVING FOR GOD IN A GODLESS CULTURE WHY DO BAD THINGS TO HAPPEN BAD PEOPLE? ESTHER 6:14-7:10 INTRODUCTION -Have you ever noticed that people have philosophies about life? -My dad is one of the greatest philosophers I know: -“If you mess with the bull, you get the horn.” -“The ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Blasphemy Of The Holy Spirit - Mark 3:20-30 (Matthew 12:22-37) Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Sep 4, 2023

People often say the unforgivable sin is attributing demonic work to Jesus. But several other passages speak of an unforgivable sin, and none of them identify it that way.

Mark 3:20 Then Jesus entered a house, and again a crowd gathered, so that he and his disciples were not even able to eat. 21 When his family heard about this, they went to take charge of him, for they said, "He is out of his mind." 22 And the teachers of the law who came down from ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-30, Matthew 12:22-37

Is There A Cure For Our Land

Contributed by Thomas Benge on Oct 5, 2002

God’s jealousy of other gods.

Is There A Cure For Our Land by Rev. Thomas Benge Text Jeremiah 8: 19-22 (use Parallel) Introduction: Living in this day and age, we are aware of the condition of the entire world due to modern day technology and the tenacity of the news media. More than a few times, I’ve heard it said the media ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 8:19-22, 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

#5: Praying For Presence Series

Contributed by Archie Luper on Jul 7, 2007

STORY of young man, he was in his 30’s, still single and was starting to get a little nervous about that. Went to a church fellowship, caught eye of very attractive young lady who smiled at him so he immediately worked his way across the room and engaged

I. INTRODUCTION I want to begin this morning with the first great revival in the Bible. It’s in the book of Exodus and we’ll be reading there in a moment. STORY of young man, he was in his 30’s, still single and was starting to get a little nervous about that. Went to a church fellowship, caught ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Praying For Other's: The Power Of Intercessory Prayer

Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 29, 2009

Dealing with the meaning of true intercession.

Praying for Other’s The Power of Intercessory Prayer Philip Yancey in his book on prayer tells of a young American soldier in Iraq who learns that his wife back home has advanced cervical cancer. Doctors gave a bleak prognosis. In desperation ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:20

Denomination: Baptist

He Leads Us

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Apr 19, 2003

Examining why we don’t want to be led by God

Psalm 23:1-6 1 The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, 3 he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When Manna Ceases

Contributed by Sunitha Justin on Jun 17, 2023

When the manna is no longer on the menu, it means milk and honey are on their way

The manna stopped the day after they ate this food from the land; there was no longer any manna for the Israelites, but that year they ate the produce of Canaan. Joshua 5:12 When God removes manna from our life, it means He is preparing you for milk and honey. What is the origin of manna? God took ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:12

Denomination: Charismatic

The Story Of Stephen Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021

When Stephen was being condemned on earth, he knew he was being commended by the true courtroom of heaven. When no one on earth spoke up for Stephen, you can be sure Someone in Heaven did.

We resume our yearlong study of the book of Acts today. Acts is a bridge book. It is a bridge between the Gospels, which describe the life and ministry of Jesus Christ, and the letters, which unfold the life and nature of the church. And in the early part of Acts, we are introduced to five brief ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

He Will Make Your Paths Straight

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 31, 2001

The Bible teaches that prayer affects God & that prayer can affect circumstances.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. I want to read a passage of scripture that you have probably heard many times, but I’m afraid we have generally failed to focus on what it is saying. Listen as I read Proverbs 3:5-6, "Trust in the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Exodus 32:9-10, Ephesians 3:20-21, Jeremiah 18:7-8, Isaiah 55:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

For This Reason I Kneel...

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jul 1, 2020

There is really no need this morning to dwell upon the feelings of fear, anger, & division that have enveloped our nation during the last few months. What we must not forget is that we're not powerless. Our voices are heard in heaven!

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Ephesians 3:14-21: Daniel 4:35; Jeremiah 18:7-8 There is really no need this morning to dwell upon the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21, Daniel 4:35, Jeremiah 18:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Radical Love!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 14, 2001

Your faith, what you have been taught, what you believe about God & His will for your life, makes all the difference in the way you act, in the values you hold dear, & in the standards that guide your life.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2019) TEXT: Matthew 5:38-41; Luke 23:34 A. Fifty-two years ago Ethel & I became acquainted with Dr. Vijai & Pushpa Lall of India. The story of their family’s introduction to Christianity & their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-41, Matthew 27:54, Luke 23:34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Do You Have?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Feb 27, 2010

Part 1 of a Two Part Series on Using what God has given you.

(Slide 1) It was only a few years ago that I learned to swim. This was after the boys had already learned to swim. Their joy and enthusiasm in the pool gave me a boost that I finally needed to say, “I am going to learn to swim!’ So with goggles on, I learned to swim… in a hotel ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:32-39

Denomination: Church Of God

Life With God In The Wilderness Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 11, 2016

Message 11 Following 1 Corinthians 10 and Revelation 12 this message shows how Israel's forty years in the wilderness is comparable to our lives with God today. There are struggles but in them God is with us and uses them to make us trust and obey Him

Moses 11 LIFE WITH GOD IN THE WILDERNESS Exodus 15:22 - 19:1 1 Cor. 10:5-6 / 11 “God was not pleased with most of them because they were overthrown in the wilderness. These things are warnings to us, not to crave evil things like they did / These things happened to them as warnings to us ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Truth Will Set You Free Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 10, 2008

Truth will bring freedom to those who receive it.

The Truth Will Set You Free Acts 7:1-60 Intro: [Review Stephen’s ministry, arrest, and the charges against Him.] Acts 6:8 ”Now Stephen, a man full of God’s grace and power, did great wonders and miraculous signs among the people.” He faced opposition from other Greek-speaking Jews who falsely ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:1-60

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Acts Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Nov 1, 2021

The powerful working of the holy Spirit on behalf of the fledgling church.

October 30, 2021 On to Acts and the History of 1st Century Christianity. Acts was written around 62/63 AD and Luke is believed to be the author. Once again, the information was directed to one person – Theophilus. The book covers the first 30 years of Christianity and is a bridge between the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:29, Acts 1:4-8, John 14:26, Acts 7:51-53, Zechariah 4:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist