Sermons on Straight Path:

Taking Up The Cross PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 22, 2024

Explores understanding our divine purpose, following Jesus' path, and finding strength in adversity through faith and the teachings of the Gospel.

Good morning, dear friends. It's a pleasure to stand before you today, not as a stranger but as a fellow traveler, walking this path of faith alongside you. As we gather together in this sacred space, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a profound understanding - an understanding of our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Topics: Carrying Cross

Live By Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Encourage believers to live by faith, trusting in God's goodness and strength, even when they cannot see the path ahead clearly.

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather together today, I want to share a message about living by faith, the power of faith, and the necessity of faith. This message is based on the words of Apostle Paul in 2 Corinthians 5:7, where he said, "For we live by faith, not by sight." ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7

Topics: Faith

What Is Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 9, 2023

Explore the concept of faith, its importance in our lives, and how it is a trust in God even when the path ahead is unclear.

Good morning, church family! Today, we are diving deep into the profound yet simple essence of faith. We're going to explore what faith is, how it's proven, and the incredible power it holds in our lives. 'Cause let's be honest, sometimes we all need a little reminder about the basics, right? As ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Topics: Faith, Automatic

Balaam's Story PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 21, 2023

This sermon explores the story of Balaam, highlighting the dangers of straying from God's path and the importance of remaining steadfast in faith. Key

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is a blessed day, isn't it? A day filled with the promise of God's love and the assurance of His mercy. Each day we wake up is another opportunity to bask in His grace, to live out His word, and to grow in His wisdom. Today, we gather here, not just as ...read more

Topics: Obedience, Greed

Don't Trip Over God Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Oct 18, 2024

The problem is that we get tripped up on God’s plan as we try to seek our own path in life.

Recovered By Grace: Don’t Trip Over God Romans 9-11 So far in our study of the book of Romans, we have read: -The Good News is God’s Power to Save Everyone  -Everyone needs saving - all have sinned. -We cannot overcome the power of sin on our own. -Salvation is a matter of God’s grace, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Discipline PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024

This sermon explores Psalm 1, emphasizing the contrast between righteous and wicked paths, and the blessings of a life devoted to God's Word.

Welcome, beloved friends, to this sacred space where we gather to engage with the divine truth of God's Word. We are not merely spectators here, we are participators in the grand narrative of redemption. We are not just observers, but active participants in the unfolding of God's eternal plan. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Topics: Discipline

He Is Risen PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 21, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus Christ's role as our path to salvation, justification for our sins, and the joy found in His resurrection.

Good morning, my brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we gather here, not as mere attendees, but as a family united under God's grace and love. We are here to partake in the divine feast of His word, to drink from the wellspring of His wisdom, and to bask in the warmth of His eternal love. It is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:6, Romans 6:9

Topics: Thanksgiving, Salvation

A Hopeful Preparation: Advent Week #2 Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Dec 4, 2013

If we restrict or restrain the entry of God into our lives, we cannot help but limit the power of God’s grace.

A HOPEFUL PREPARATION SERMON #2 OF THE ADVENT SERIES “HOPE IS ON THE WAY” MATTHEW 3:1-12 & ISAIAH 11:1-10 Big Idea: If we restrict or restrain the entry of God into our lives, we cannot help but limit the power of God’s grace. ADVENT INTRO Advent is the season of waiting leading ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Be Wise! - A Summer Series Based On The Wisdom Of Proverbs

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 21, 2019

The introductory sermon - A summer series based on the wisdom of Proverbs

Be Wise Proverbs June 23, 2019 Three Stooges Video Any ideas what were talking about today? Usually when someone calls us a wise guy - it means they’re not happy with us. We’ve done something to get them upset by giving some kind of a smart alec / sarcastic response. Well . . . amazingly, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-12, 1 Kings 3:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

Be A Wise Guy/Gal

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Mar 10, 2023

Part 1 of 2 about wisdom.

Be Wise Proverbs June 23, 2019 Start with a slapstick video of The Three Stooges Any ideas what were talking about today? Usually when someone calls us a wise guy - it means they’re not happy with us. We’ve done something to get them upset by giving some kind of a smart alec / sarcastic ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

Who Do You Say That I Am?

Contributed by Mark Baker on Jul 25, 2007

Our Lord has a way of cutting right through the fluff and getting straight to what is important. Peter was really set up to answer this question. It is the most important question any of us could ever be asked, as well.

Matthew 16:13 When Jesus came into the region of Caesarea Philippi, He asked His disciples, saying, "Who do men say that I, the Son of Man, am?’’ 14. So they said, "Some say John the Baptist, some Elijah, and others Jeremiah or one of the prophets.’’ 15. He said to them, "But who do you say ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Love God - Hate Sin

Contributed by William Akehurst on Mar 26, 2011

In light of the recent votes to make gay marriage permissible in the state of Maryland. I was led by the Spirit to speak on the subject from the pulpit for Valentines day. Not your normal message on love. This message comes straight from scriptures.

2011.02.13.Sermon. Love God – Hate Sin (How great is the Love of God) Days of Noah Gay Marriage in Legislation Perversion of Love in USA and World John 3:16 (KJV) For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:26-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Secrets To God’s Blessings

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Sep 28, 2020

Many people needlessly spend too much effort worrying, working and wrestling with things without the blessings of God. Haggai’s message to the people taught them how to get their priorities straight. He gave them

Secrets to God’s Blessings Scripture: Haggai 1:1-3:23, Psalm 68 Many people needlessly spend too much effort worrying, working and wrestling with things without the blessings of God. Haggai’s message to the people taught them how to get their priorities straight. He gave them a word from God that ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From Hero To Zero Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Nov 6, 2000

A message of perspective on the changeable nature of circumstances, and the eternal, unchangeing nature of God

From Hero to Zero (Message #13 in the Series: View From God’s Mountaintops) Isaiah 40.4 November 5, 2000 Every valley shall be exalted, and every mountain and hill shall be made low: and the crooked shall be made straight, and the rough places plain: You can go from hero to zero in a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:4

Denomination: United Methodist

From Hero To Zero

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 5, 2005

You can go from Hero to Zero in a nanosecond in this world. You can turn it around

Comfort, O comfort my people, says your God. Speak tenderly to Jerusalem, and cry to her that she has served her term, that her penalty is paid, that she has received from the LORD’S hand double for all her sins. A voice cries out: “In the wilderness prepare the way of the LORD, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist