Sermons on Strengthening:

Growing Up In Christ Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Nov 21, 2016

Paul's prayer for the Church in Colossae is God's desire for the Church today. We are taught the principle of "walking worthy" of the Lord, being empowered by Him, in constant thankfulness.

“Growing Up in Christ” Colossians 1:9-14 We looked at the beginning of Paul’s letter to the Church in Colossae, praising God for their renowned faith, hope and love in the Lord Jesus Christ, even though he never met any of them personally except Epaphras, the church planter and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

No Longer A Slave To Discontent!

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Feb 17, 2019

Americans, the richest people in the world, are without a doubt the most discontented people the world has ever seen! Discontent is a sin that all too many Christians are enslaved to. This sermon deals with discontent.

No Longer a Slave to DISCONTENT! Series: No Longer Slaves Chuck Sligh February 17, 2019 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: 1 Timothy 6:6 – “But godliness with contentment is great gain.” (Please keep your Bibles open to this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6

Denomination: Baptist

No Longer A Slave To Discontent!

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Feb 17, 2019

Americans, the richest people in the world, are without a doubt the most discontented people the world has ever seen! Discontent is a sin that all too many Christians are enslaved to. This sermon deals with discontent.

No Longer a Slave to DISCONTENT! Series: No Longer Slaves Chuck Sligh February 17, 2019 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: 1 Timothy 6:6 – “But godliness with contentment is great gain.” (Please keep your Bibles open to this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6

Denomination: Baptist

No Longer A Slave To Discontent! Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Feb 17, 2019

Americans, the richest people in the world, are without a doubt the most discontented people the world has ever seen! This sermon tackles the sin of discontent.

No Longer a Slave to DISCONTENT! Series: No Longer Slaves Chuck Sligh February 17, 2019 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: 1 Timothy 6:6 – “But godliness with contentment is great gain.” (Please keep your Bibles open to this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6

Denomination: Baptist

Armed And Dangerous Series

Contributed by Scott Spencer on May 4, 2015

There are armies armed for battle that are not of this earth. This is not a new enemy. This enemy has been around since the beginning of time. And in this battle there is more at stake than there was in all our wars combined.

Ephesians: Our Identity In Christ~part 26 Armed and Dangerous Ephesians 6:10-13 The Armor of God 10. Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might. 11. Put on the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil. 12. For our struggle ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Refiner's Fire

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 1, 2013

God uses hardships to refine us and to make us more like Jesus. Will we let Him?

Malachi 3:1-5; Luke 22: 24-34 Very soon, on Tuesday in fact, millions of students are heading back to school. It’s a new start, a new year of learning and growing. What did you enjoy the most about school, either junior or high school, or even college or university? If I was a betting man, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:24-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is My Strength

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 30, 2019

A study in Psalm 52: 1 – 9

Psalm 52: 1 – 9 God Is my strength To the Chief Musician. A Contemplation of David when Doeg the Edomite went and told Saul, and said to him, “David has gone to the house of Ahimelech.” 1 Why do you boast in evil, O mighty man? The goodness of God endures continually. 2 Your tongue devises ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 52:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Agony Anonymous

Contributed by Dwayne Brown, Phd on Sep 25, 2022

It is a blessed privilege when we as fellow humans beings are able, in the mist of family and friends who are hurting, when we are able to put our arms around them to be a source of strength and comfort.

How blessed we are that the Lord has allowed us to make our way into His house, once again. That is why we ought to take advantage of ever opportunity we have to be a part of worship. Amen. Because there may come a day when you want to get here and not be able to. Then you won’t have to sit at home ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Baptist

What Is God Doing To Us?

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Aug 30, 2020

Most of the time when this question is asked it's in the negative form. "God, why are you doing this?" Perhaps you've asked this question since the pandemic started. But today I'll be looking at this in a positive way regarding the things God does to and for us.

WHAT IS GOD DOING TO US? Most of the time when this question is asked it's in the negative form. We question what God is allowing us to go through. "God, why are you doing this to me?" Perhaps people have asked this question since the pandemic started. But today, my focus in asking ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:3-7, Ephesians 2:8-9, Psalm 18:30-36, 2 Chronicles 20:10-24, 1 Corinthians 1:4-9, Philippians 1:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sifted, Then Lifted Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Nov 16, 2023

Why did Jesus permit Peter to be sifted like wheat? How do we respond to our own seasons of sifting?

Good morning! Please open your Bibles to Luke 22. If you are a football fan, you may already know the answer to this question: which running back holds the record for career rushing yards? Correct. Emmitt Smith. Over the course of fifteen seasons, most of them with the Dallas Cowboys, Emmitt ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-62, 1 Peter 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

Armor Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 11, 2025

Rely on God’s strength, not your own, by putting on His spiritual armor to stand firm against life’s battles and spiritual opposition.

Some of us came today weary, worried, and worn thin. You packed lunches and carried burdens. You tied shoes and untied knots in your soul. You answered emails while questions went unanswered in your heart. You smiled at the cashier while a thousand thoughts buzzed like bees behind your eyes. You’re ...read more

Topics: Armor, Protection

It's Not About The Title, But The Work PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 13, 2025

God calls and equips ordinary people to serve and minister, emphasizing surrendered hearts over methods, so that every believer actively participates in Christ’s mission.

Some of you walked in today with a song on your lips and a smile in your eyes. Others arrived with a sigh, carrying calendars that feel too full and hearts that feel a bit thin. God sees you. He knows the names on your to-do list and the needs you don’t know how to name. And into this ordinary ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11

Topics: Clergy Appreciation, Clergy, Appreciation

The Characteristics Of An Effective Church Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 8, 2001

How the early church used a time of peace to prepare for even greater effectiveness.

A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 18 “The Characteristics of an Effective Church” Acts 9:31 “Then the churches throughout all Judea, Galilee, and Samaria had peace and were edified. And walking in the fear of the Lord and (walking) in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:31

Denomination: Baptist

A Bold Step

Contributed by Victoria Oladipupo on Feb 16, 2004

Taking a new step is what people fear most.With Jesus we can do the impposible.

PASTOR Victoria Oladipupo Freedom of Christ Church Topic: A BOLD STEP. Scripture Reading: MT. 14: 28 – 31 28] And Peter answered him and said, Lord, if it be thou, bid me come unto thee on the water. [29] And he said, Come. And when Peter was come down out of the ship, he walked on the water, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 29:3-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Some Parting Words Of Advice Series

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Nov 27, 2005

Peter exhorts the church here in four areas: leadership, humility, anxiety and our adversary the devil.

SBC Philippi 11/27/05 pm Rev. Jeff Simms Some Parting Words of Advice 1 Peter 5:1-10 Primary Purpose: We will look at some parting words of advice that Peter had for the church in 4 major areas. Peter begins this section by saying that he wants to exhort the elders of the church as a fellow ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-10

Denomination: Baptist