Sermons on Straight Course:

Did I Ever Tell You How Lucky You Are? Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Mar 18, 2012

This message looks at why we sometimes fail to be thankful

Did I Ever Tell You How Lucky You Are? Thus begins Dr. Seuss’s book “Did I Ever Tell You How Lucky You Are”. First published in 1973 Seuss’s tale takes our hero, only identified as “Duckie”, on a journey to show him how blessed he is, but it is done by showing ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Godman: The Human Perspective Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Apr 2, 2020

Greetings In The Holy Name Of Jesus, My sisters and brothers, think about Jesus and all he has done for you.

The Godman: The Human Perspective by Dr. Gale A. Eagan-Reid (April 2, 2020) “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, 1 Timothy 2:5, Revelation 12:9, Revelation 20:2, Daniel 4:32-33, Isaiah 41:10, Matthew 12:23, Jeremiah 51:8, Deuteronomy 32:33, Psalm 140:3, Ecclesiastes 10:11, Ezekiel 28:14, 2 Corinthians 11:14, Ephesians 6:12, Genesis 6:1-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Friends

Joshua's Conquering Faith (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Thomas Fortini on Oct 14, 2020

The story of Joshua places before us the principles of victory!

Topic: Sunday Sermon Series – Living by Faith Title: Joshua’s Conquering Faith (Part 2) Text: Hebrews 11:30 By faith the walls of Jericho fell, after the army had marched around them for seven days. – NIV Proposition: The event referred to in Hebrews 11:30 points us to the principles by which we ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:30

Balaam And His Unforgettable Ride! Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Mar 6, 2025

While on his way to Balak, king of Moab, Balaam experienced two things that he probably never forgot! He heard a message from the Angel of the LORD--and from another, unexpected source!

(Based on a message preached Sunday evening, March 2, 2025 at New Hope Baptist Church near Fulton, MO; this is not an exact transcription.) Introduction: The story of Balaam and his donkey (I choose to use the word “donkey” or “beast” simply to avoid being accused of using vulgar terms) is one of ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 22:22-35

Denomination: Baptist

Three Travelers, Three Roads

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 31, 2024

This is a rewrite of Jerry Falwell's great message. It's a revelation about the different stages a Christian can pass through on their way to the Promised Land. It will bless your people.

THREE TRAVELERS, THREE ROADS Isaiah 35:8-10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: TREEMENNDOUS Puppy For Sale--$5,000. 1. A salesman was asked by a little boy how to sell his puppy. He told him to put out advertising and make the price a little high so he could negotiate to the price he wanted. 2. The ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:8-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Saul The Apostle Paul Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 20, 2023

God is in control of our lives, and we need to follow where he leads us.

SAUL THE APOSTLE PAUL Text: Acts 9:1-19 Introduction 1. Illustration: Years ago, when I was a young Christian, my chief form of fellowship was Christian coffee houses. This is much different from what Christian coffee houses look like today. There would be refreshments, but the main goal of these ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-19

Denomination: Methodist

Sermon – Maintaining A Mission-Minded Focus Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 4, 2023

Maintaining a mission-minded focus means resolving inner conflict quickly and openly by showing concern for all and valuing all, but also by delegating authority to others that leads to unity. A model for kingdom building!

Sermon – Maintaining a Mission-Minded Focus Scripture Lesson: Acts 6:1-7 “But as the believers rapidly multiplied, there were rumblings of discontent. The Greek-speaking believers complained about the Hebrew-speaking believers, saying that their widows were being discriminated against in the daily ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7, Acts 4:34-35, Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Methodist

Message In 1peter – Number 3 – Deviation From Sanctification – 1peter 3:15-16 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on May 9, 2023

Even the smallest deviation will cause us to miss the mark. We are to sanctify Christ as Lord in our hearts because God is holy. We must be holy as well. Do we know the bible well enough so that we can give an answer to all who ask about the hope that we have? Ours is a glorious hope.

MESSAGE IN 1PETER – NUMBER 3 – DEVIATION FROM SANCTIFICATION – 1Peter 3:15-16 [A]. INTRODUCTION TO DEVIATION Deviation in one’s life is more highlighted, the more one is considered to be in an important position. So many love to pull others down. In Australia we have what is known as “the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-16, Romans 3:10-12, Jeremiah 17:9-10, Revelation 2:3-4, Deuteronomy 7:1-4, 1 Corinthians 6:9-10, 1 Corinthians 6:20, 1 Peter 1:18-19, 1 Peter 2:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The King Of Truth

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on May 19, 2023

People often become obsessed with royalty because they need someone to look up to, to be part of something larger than themselves. But they are always disappointed.

We fought a war, once, to get rid of a king. Two hundred and twenty-two years ago Americans took up arms to win our independence from King George III of England. Some of the biggest issues were trade and taxes, sound familiar? “Fast Track” and IRS reform, 18th-century style. I suppose it’s always ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Longest Silence, The Loudest Hope

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Apr 21, 2025

A Easter Sunday message that unpacks the experience of the disciples of Jesus as the truth of the resurrection dawns on them.

Easter Sunday Sermon - “The Longest Silence, The Loudest Hope” It is Resurrection Sunday. It is a day that we Remember Jesus’ triumph over death Renew our commitment to the One in Whom we believe Who triumphed over death Proclaim that light is greater than darkness, That God is stronger than ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let's Hear What The Devil Had To Say

Contributed by Mitchell Leonard on Aug 2, 2025

A sermon to adults on what the Demon possessed man had to say to Jesus.

Mark 1:16-27 8/3/25 a.m. “Let’s Hear What the Devil had to Say” I really find it interesting how that the four Gospels really compliment each other. How that each book tell us MORE of the story of Jesus. Each Gospel even start differently. A. Matthew Chapter 1 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-27

Denomination: Baptist

Well... That's A Deep Subject PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2025

God uses ordinary people’s courage and compassion to lift others from life’s pits, reminding us to act rightly and help those in need now.

Some days feel like pits, don’t they? Not just potholes in the road, but deep, echoing cisterns of disappointment, decisions, and delays. You pray and the sky seems quiet. You plan and the ground gives way. You stand in the middle of a week that you never wanted and wonder, How do I get out of ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 38:7-13

Topics: Courage, Compassion

The Always Appropriate Prayer Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 28, 2006

Sin is our greatest problem as human beings. Only confessing our sin to God and asking for forgiveness will help us.

What is the greatest problem we face as human beings today? Greenhouse gases and climate change? Terrorism? Civil wars? Overpopulation? The ever-increasing gap between rich and poor? The world-wide epidemic of HIV/AIDS? On a more personal level, perhaps it’s the breakdown in relationships between ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-19

Denomination: Anglican

Trust In The Lord

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Apr 20, 2012

A nation that trusts in the Lord will be led and blessed by the Lord.

A Different Kind of Declaration Jeremiah declared in Jeremiah 17:7-8 “Blessed is the man that trusteth in the LORD, and whose hope the LORD is. For he shall be as a tree planted by the waters...” Today is a special day for our nation. Exactly 234 years ago, today, the Continental ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:7-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Preparing For God's Glory

Contributed by Larry Elder on Aug 1, 2007

We need to prepare for the Glory of the Lord by beginning to understand the aspects and concepts of the Glory of the Lord.

Preparing for God’s Glory Isa 40:3-5 A voice of one calling: "In the desert prepare the way for the LORD ; make straight in the wilderness a highway for our God. Every valley shall be raised up, every mountain and hill made low; the rough ground shall become level, the rugged places a plain. And ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:3-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God