Sermons on Straight Paths:

Start Them Right Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Feb 7, 2024

Discover practical insights on building a strong foundation for your family, starting small and focusing on the little things that make a big difference, creating a Christ-centered home, starting our children on the right path!

Introduction Video Ill.: Teaching Moment 6 Train a child in the way he should go,     and when he is old he will not turn from it. (Proverbs 22, NIV) We are continuing our study, focusing on the very real truth that Jesus is coming soon. The gospel and sharing of the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6, Joshua 24:14-15, Deuteronomy 6:4-9, Proverbs 19:18, Proverbs 29:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Unforced Rhythm Of Strength

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 23, 2025

This sermon contrasts the world's frantic and exhausting path to strength with God's divine invitation to find salvation and power through the "unforced rhythm" of returning to and resting in Him.

Introduction: The Tyranny of the Urgent I want you to picture a scene. It's late at night. A student sits hunched over a desk, surrounded by textbooks and empty coffee mugs. Their eyes are gritty with exhaustion, their mind a frantic buzz of facts and figures. Fear of failure is a physical ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:15

Denomination: Baptist

Faith That Brings Divine Direction And Wisdom Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 29, 2025

Faith is the key that unlocks divine guidance and wisdom. When we put our full trust in the Lord, He leads us on the right path and fills our hearts with wisdom that the world cannot provide.

FAITH THAT BRINGS DIVINE DIRECTION AND WISDOM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 3:5-6 Supporting Texts: James 1:5-6, Hebrews 11:6, Isaiah 30:21, Psalm 32:8 INTRODUCTION: In a world filled with uncertainty, the need for divine direction and wisdom cannot be overemphasised. Many ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, James 1:5-6, Hebrews 11:6, Isaiah 30:21, Psalm 32:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Cure For Heart Trouble

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 10, 2019

The Cure For Heart Trouble - John chapter 14 verses 1-6 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). One key Principle (vs 1). ‘Personal faith in a personal God brings personal strength!’ (2). Three Guarantees of Jesus: • Guarantee #1: "I GO" (vs 2) – that speaks of a place. • Guarantee #2: "I WILL" (vs 3) - that speaks of a promise. • Guarantee #3: ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Brethren

A Genuine Christian

Contributed by John White on Mar 6, 2018

An exposition of Psalm 26. The kind o Christian who pleases God.

A FAIR DINKIM CHRISTIAN Psalm26 “Judgeme,OLORD;forIhavewalkedinmineintegrity: I have trusted also in the LORD; therefore I shall not slide. Examine me, O LORD, and prove me; try my reins and my heart. For thy lovingkindness is before mine eyes: and I have walked in thy truth. I have not sat with ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Fair dinkum Christian

Contributed by John White on Nov 25, 2018

Characteristics of a genuine Christian

A FAIR DINKIM CHRISTIAN Psalm26 “Judgeme,OLORD;forIhavewalkedinmineintegrity: I have trusted also in the LORD; therefore I shall not slide. Examine me, O LORD, and prove me; try my reins and my heart. For thy lovingkindness is before mine eyes: and I have walked in thy truth. I have not sat with ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Be Prepared

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 15, 2018

Last week I talked about the importance of being in the moment. But being in the moment doesn't mean we don't prepare. Being prepared is important; especially when it comes to doing the Lord's work. Let's see what the bible has to say about it.

BE PREPARED Last week I talked about the importance of being in the moment. It's important to not dwell on the past or worry about the future but to be here now and enjoy the moment. But being in the moment doesn't mean we don't prepare. Being prepared is important; especially when it comes to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-16, Ephesians 4:11-16, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Four Great Truths Of God Becoming Human Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 30, 2024

1. Jesus became human to show us the path to God. 2. Jesus became human to show us God Himself. 3. Jesus became human to show us grace and truth perfectly during great suffering. 4. Jesus became human to die for our sins.

If you will find the gospel of John with me. The New Testament has four gospels that begin the best-selling book of all time. Each of the four shares a unique perspective on Jesus, while many of the stories overlap. So, if you were reading the gospels, you would read many of the same miracles and ...read more

Scripture: John 20:31, John 1:1, John 1:14-28, John 10:30

Denomination: Baptist

The Glory Of God In A Great Catastrophe Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 23, 2010

Can the glory of God be seen in times of great catastrophe? The answer is yes. And we can help reveal God's great glory to our world.

The Glory of God in a Great Catastrophe Isaiah 40:1-11 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - January 17, 2010 Series: Exploring the Glory of God in 2010 *How bad was the earthquake in Haiti? One report called it the worst earthquake in 200 years. And I am not sure about that, but it ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus And John The Baptiser Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010

Are you John the Baptiser? (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Matthew chapter 16 verse 13-18: “When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, Who do people say the Son of Man is? 14 They replied, Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets. 15 But what about you? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Brethren

What Is Worship? Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Feb 8, 2016

Improving in the way we worship God is part of our Christian growth because in heaven, we will be worshiping God for all eternity. In this message, we will learn three things why worship is important and how we can apply these to our lives.

WHAT IS WORSHIP? SCRIPTURE READING: Judges 1:1-5 "After the death of Joshua, the Israelites asked the Lord, “Who of us is to go up first to fight against the Canaanites?” 2 The Lord answered, “Judah shall go up; I have given the land into their hands.” 4 When Judah ...read more

Scripture: Judges 1:1-5, Romans 12:1

Denomination: Nazarene

Discerning & Discovering Spiritual Blessings Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jul 5, 2011

In chapter 2, a father encourages his son to search diligently for this rare jewel because wisdom is not usually discovered by the casual observer. Wisdom is discovered and enjoyed only by those who are diligent, devoted, and determined to seek it.

PROVERBS 2:1-8 DISCERNING AND DISCOVERING SPIRITUAL BLESSINGS When Betty Goldstein of Staten Island, New York, entered the hospital, her husband Ron wrapped her 3.5-carat diamond ring in a napkin for safekeeping. But in a forgetful moment, the 63-year-old Goldstein threw the napkin in the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Cohabitation Series

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Mar 1, 2021

This is the second message in the series that looks at what Christians say about issues and then compares them to what God says about them in scripture.

Would you please open your bibles to John 5:30? Jesus says “I can of mine own self do nothing: as I hear, I judge, and my judgment is just because I seek not mine own will, but the will of the Father which hath sent me.” Now turn to Ephesians 5:1. Paul writes “Be ye therefore followers of God, as ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:25, Proverbs 21:2, Hebrews 13:4, 2 Peter 2:22, 1 John 1:5, Ephesians 5:1-7, 1 Corinthians 8:13, Romans 13:11-14, Proverbs 14:12, John 5:30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Going God's Way? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 6, 2020

If we want to go God's way in life, we have to: 1. Recognize the importance of repentance (vs. 1-2, 7). 2. Examine the essentials of life (vs. 2-6). 3. Focus on a fruitful life (vs. 5-9). 4. Trust Jesus to turn our lives around (vs. 10-12).

Are You Going God's Way? The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 3:1-12 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - January 7, 2018 (Revised October 6, 2020) MESSAGE: *One time I heard Bill Stafford preach at a conference in Jacksonville, Florida. Bill was talking about being stubborn, and he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Fruit Series

Contributed by Josh Foster on Mar 18, 2014

Authentic Christianity is a transformed life. It does not end with repentance… Repentance is the turning point, the seed that germinates in the heart and life of believers ~ but that seed must be allowed to grow and produce much fruit.

Why Christmas Is a Big Deal: Fruit Scripture Text: Luke 3.7-18 INTRODUCTION When I go mountain hiking, it is a long, physically-draining experience. My usual approach is to get-the-gear-on, …plug-up my MP3 player, …and shut-out the ache-in-my-knees by listening to good-music! ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Nazarene