Sermons on Stone Throwing:

Burial Of The Christ Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 18, 2016

This message describes the events and people surrounding the burial of the Christ

I. Introduction A. On the day of my big job interview I woke up late. Frantically I threw on a suit. “OH NO!” I thought. “MY TIE! My Dad was out of town and wasn’t there to help me, and for the life of me I did not know how to tie a tie! I grabbed a tie and ran out the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:57-66

Denomination: Baptist

No Condemnation Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 7, 2018

Message 16 from John's gospel exploring the account of Jesus and the woman caught in adultery.

Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “No Condemnation” Introduction Most all of us have encountered at one time or another, the assault of two terrible tormentors whose devastating duty is to block any progress toward maturity. They are closely related and work as a nasty team. Guilt and Bitterness ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11, Romans 8:10-17, Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Bridge Of A Personal Encounter (Series)

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 25, 2018

Christianity is more than a religion, it is a personal relationship with Jesus. The gods of this world are dead. Jesus is alive and well and He invites us to know him. Jesus takes marred clay and changes us.

THE BRIDGE OF A PERSONAL ENCOUNTER By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com. (This is several part lesson.) DO I REALLY KNOW JESUS? IS MY EXPERIENCE WITH JESUS PERSONAL TO ME? AM I GROWING AND DEVELOPING CLOSER AND CLOSER. Jesus is much more than a religion, Jesus is all about a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10, James 4:8, Jeremiah 18:1-4, Psalm 107:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Dealing With Temptation Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 14, 2024

Even if God’s plan leads you through the wilderness, you can trust him.

How to Handle Temptation Text: Matt. 4:1-11 Introduction 1. Illustration: "Temptation is not meant to make us sin; it is meant to enable us to conquer sin. It is not meant to make us bad; it is meant to make us good. It is not meant to weaken us; it is meant to make us emerge stronger and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Fourth City Of Refuge - Bezer Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Dec 1, 2022

We are studying the meaning of the name of the fourth city which was called ‘Bezer’ which means, ‘inaccessible place or stronghold or fortress.’ It is a place where no evil could come near. Bezer reminds us that God is a refuge to all those who trust in Him.

Today’s meditation is based on Numbers 35:15,“These will serve as cities of refuge for Israelites and for foreigners who are temporary or permanent residents. Anyone who kills someone accidentally can escape to one of them.” (GNB) When the people of Israel inherited the Promised Land, the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 35:15

Denomination: Other

"the Power Of Confident Prayer" Series

Contributed by John Bright on Aug 4, 2022

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

"The Power of Confident Prayer" Luke 11:1-13 A sermon for 6/26/22 – Third Sunday after Pentecost Pastor John Bright Luke 11 “5 And He said to them, “Which of you shall have a friend, and go to him at midnight and say to him, ‘Friend, lend me three loaves; 6 for a friend of mine has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13, John 15:5-12

Denomination: Methodist

Sermon # 42 - Rejection To Restoration Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Aug 5, 2025

Rejection is painful, but interestingly those who are rejected by men are the ones whom God joyfully embraces to fulfill His plans and His purposes. The bible is full of examples of such people who though rejected by men were restored and honored by God.

Today’s meditation is taken from Matthew 21:42, Jesus said to them, "Haven't you ever read what the Scriptures say? 'The stone which the builders rejected as worthless turned out to be the most important of all. This was done by the Lord; what a wonderful sight it is!' (GNB) There ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:26, Judges 11:1-6, 1 Samuel 16:1, 1 Samuel 16:6, 1 Samuel 16:8, 1 Samuel 16:10-11, Genesis 37:20, Genesis 42:6, Matthew 21:42  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

The Church - Its Turmoil, Conflict, Struggle And Endurance – Part 2. (Part 10 In The Series) Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 19, 2023

The Church’s conflict is with the world system and we struggle in schools, politics, even in churches with humanism and wicked philosophies. The world entices through allurement and lusts. Churches battle these things not to be part of them. We consider compromise and lukewarmness as well.

THE CHURCH - ITS TURMOIL, CONFLICT, STRUGGLE AND ENDURANCE – PART 2. (PART 10 IN THE SERIES) We continue to look at some of the matters that are of concern for the Church and its problems and its conflict in the world. [4]. FOURTH CONSIDERATION - THE WORLD ENTICES CHURCHES AND CHRISTIANS The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:10, Colossians 4:14, 1 John 2:15-17, Genesis 3:6, James 1:13-16, 1 Corinthians 10:12-13, Colossians 2:8, 1 Corinthians 1:18-21, Matthew 12:30, Daniel 2:33-34, James 4:4, Romans 12:1-2, 2 Corinthians 6:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Did Mary Know?

Contributed by John Oscar on Dec 26, 2024

A sermon emphasizing the work of the Holy Spirit in the Christmas story.

What did Mary Know (pt 2)? CCCAG 12-22-24 Introduction: Several years ago, there was a little bit of controversy about the Virgin Mary regarding a song that came out called, “Mary Did you Know?” In that song, the lyrics ask Mary several questions about what she knew about the child that she was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-36, Luke 1:38, Matthew 1:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Judgement+mercy=discernment Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Sep 16, 2025

A sermon correcting the modern misunderstanding about judging in the biblical sense

Judgment + Mercy = Discernment 1 Corinthians Series August 31st, 2025 CCCAG Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1–11 (CSB) Introduction: Misunderstanding Judgment If I asked you what the most quoted bible verse in America is- What do you think would be the answer? Some might say John 3:16: “For God so ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Human Responsibility And Israel: The Other Side Of The Coin Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 10, 2004

Although God’s Sovereign Grace is a sure thing, it is also true that we are responsible for all of our decisions. We can look at the rejection of Jesus as the Messiah by most of the Jews as a choice they made, even though this was in the plan of God.

Human Responsibility and Israel: The Other Side of the Coin (Romans 9:30-10:13) 1. I love British English, particularly their figures of speech. 2. Some friend of ours leant us some DVD’s of "Jeeves and Wooster." We love that show. 3. Anyhow, in one episode, they referred to marriage as "both ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

It's Friday But Sunday Is Coming

Contributed by Matthew Morine on Mar 21, 2005

The actions of Friday will be regreted in light of the events of Sunday. Though on Friday, Satan celebrates, soldiers spit, and Pharisees clap, but on Sunday the sinners rejoice.

IT’S FRIDAY BUT SUNDAY IS COMING On December the 7th 1941 the Japanese raided Pearl Harbor. This was a defining moment in American history. The U.S. fleet was reachable by an aircraft carrier force only. The Japanese planes attacked just before 8am. Within a short time five of eight ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Jesus Speaks Your Name Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Jun 15, 2003

Jesus singled out Mary Magdalene as the one to whom He would first appear after His resurrection, bringing her life new meaning.

John 20:10-18 - When Jesus Calls Your Name I’m sure most of us have seen at least some of the game show, The Price is Right, where Bob Barker announces the contestants one by one, each one by name, “___________, come on down! You’re the next contestant on The Price is Right!” What would you be ...read more

Scripture: John 20:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

When Trouble Comes Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 30, 2003

We can see in this passage an example of what believer’s should do in times of trouble.

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 62 When Trouble Comes Luke 22:39-46 After finishing the Passover meal, Jesus left the upper room and led his disciples to the Mount of Olives where they had been spending the last few ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Baptist

The Shield Of Faith

Contributed by Larry Elder on Jul 14, 2003

Spiritual warfare is always continuing around us. Weather you want to fight or not you are in inlisted in the war. All believers in Jesus are either continually under attacked or conquered by our spiritual enemy.

The Shield of Faith Eph 6:16… above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to Eph 4:27-28 27 and do not give the devil a foothold. NIV 2 Sam 22:36 36 You give me your shield of victory; you stoop down to make me great. As we grow together through the ministries of Open ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:36

Denomination: Assembly Of God