Sermons on Stretching:

Jesus Stands Between

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 19, 2022

Jesus stands between our sin as a mediator.

Jesus Stands Between 1Timothy 2:1-7 1. In the Midst of great Turmoil, Paul in this letter. Paul refers to Prayer as a Key to overcoming. • The notorious Roman emperor Nero (A.D. 54-68) was in power when Paul wrote these words. • Paul shares with us and those folks in Rome to Pray for even folks ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

What Fruit Do I Bear?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 17, 2022

In this passage of Scripture, Jesus teaches about fruit in people’s lives.

False prophets were recurrent in Old Testament times. They forecasted just what the king and the local people wanted to hear, asserting that it was God's message. False teachers are similarly as frequent today. Jesus says to be careful with those whose words sound religious but who are inspired ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20, Luke 6:43-45

Denomination: Independent/Bible

19 - On Believing And Sharing The Gospel Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Jul 9, 2021

This is the 19th of 30 Studies in the Book of Romans

Romans 10:14-17 14 How then shall they call on Him in whom they have not believed? And how shall they believe in Him of whom they have not heard? And how shall they hear without a preacher? 15 And how shall they preach unless they are sent? As it is written: “How beautiful are the feet of those who ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:14-17, Isaiah 52:7, Isaiah 53:1, Deuteronomy 32:21, Isaiah 65:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Omniscience And Omnipotence Of God

Contributed by Pastor Matthew Faure on Mar 12, 2023

The omniscience and omnipotence of God

Dear brothers and sisters, Today we gather here to contemplate and celebrate the greatness of our God. We are here to delve into two of his most significant attributes: his omniscience and omnipotence, as revealed to us in Psalm 147:5 and Jeremiah 32:17. Let us first read Psalm 147:5 from an old ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:5, Jeremiah 32:17

The Mercy Of God

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jan 31, 2024

Isaiah shares the greatness of God, the wrath of God, the Power and wisdom of God, and the mercy of God.

The Mercy of God Isaiah 40:21-31 1. Isaiah begins the text by claiming the greatness of God. • It appears someone or some folks doubt the greatness of God • Have you not known? Have you not heard? Isaiah can’t believe that anyone could doubt the greatness of God when they see the glory of God’s ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:21-31

Denomination: Methodist

Sin And Forgiveness.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 15, 2023

Perhaps the original grievance was resolved, between one brother and another. The brother was ‘regained’ (Matthew 18:15): but what if he offends again?

SIN AND FORGIVENESS. Matthew 18:15-35. 1. Regaining the straying brother. Matthew 18:15-20. ‘The Son of man is come to save that which was lost,’ declared Jesus (Matthew 18:11). The Lord illustrated this with a story of a man who left his ninety-nine sheep to seek out just one lost sheep ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Boldness And Opportunity Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Aug 4, 2023

As we once again look at prayers in the Bible, we visit with Peter and John.

“Boldness and Opportunity” Acts 4:23-31 As we once again look at prayers in the Bible, we visit with Peter and John. This passage really begins in Acts 3:1 Peter and John at heading for the Temple in the ninth hour (3PM) and they met a lame man who was at the gate begging for alms (no Social ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

Take Heart. It Is I

Contributed by Nathan Webb on Aug 16, 2023

A sermon for the Eleventh Sunday After Pentecost (Proper 14.) A look at the gravity of Jesus' appearance on the water in the midst of the storm.

“Take heart, it is I.” Jesus has just fed more than five thousand people with just five loaves of bread and two fish. The disciples are picking up twelve baskets of leftovers. Each one of them packs a basket with their travelling gear. It’s getting late and Jesus has told them, “It’s time to head ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Twenty-Seventh Sunday In Ordinary Time, C--We Can Uproot Problems By Being Seated In The Heavenly Realms.

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Sep 8, 2022

Church teaching and holy doctrine illuminate the inherent structure of any act of believing.

Mr. Mulla Nasruddin’s house was on fire, so he ran up to his roof for safety. There he was, precariously perched on the roof, when his friends gathered in the street below holding a stretched out blanket to him and shouting, “Jump, Mullah, jump!” “Oh no, I won’t,” said the Mullah. “I know you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:5-10

Denomination: Catholic

Ephraim & Manasseh (Genesis 48)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 31, 2024

Are we flexible enough to allow God to do the exact opposite of what we had expected? Let's look at Genesis 48.

Do we have narrow ideas as to how God should handle things? Are we flexible enough to allow God to surprise us, even when He does the exact opposite of what we may have expected? Let’s look at Genesis 48. What did Israel say to Joseph? What had God told him? After these things, someone said to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Why Will We Enter His Gates With Thanksgiving?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 17, 2025

This is a summons for us to enter into the presence of God with a joyful heart.

The question presented is “Why will we enter His gates with thanksgiving?” A simple answer is, why not. One cannot answer this question solely on verse four. The whole chapter needs to be considered when populating a response. This psalm opens with a solicitation to the entire earth to happily ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Revelation 10:8-11 Series

Contributed by Zak Saenz on Jan 25, 2025

Revelation 10:8-11

Revelation 10:8-11 8 Then the voice that I had heard from heaven spoke to me again, saying, “Go, take the scroll that is open in the hand of the angel who is standing on the sea and on the land.” 9 So I went to the angel and told him to give me the little scroll. And he said to me, “Take and eat ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 10:8-11, Ezekiel 2:1-10, Ezekiel 3:1-3

Denomination: Bible Church

Black And White Morality--Absolutely!

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 12, 2025

Jeremiah knew what God wanted for them, but they continually rebelled.

Sixth Sunday in Course 2025 It’s likely that if you were educated, as I was, mostly in the 1960s or later, you might have bristled a bit at today’s Scripture passages. They have moral language that is very much black-and-white. If you trust in God and follow His way, you’ll bear much fruit; if you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12, 1 Corinthians 15:16-20, Luke 6:17-26, Psalm 1:1-4, Psalm 1:6, Jeremiah 17:5-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Break Forth

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 16, 2025

To "break forth" means to suddenly emerge, burst out, or experience a supernatural release. In Scripture, it often signifies a divine intervention that causes a person or situation to shift dramatically.

BREAK FORTH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 54:1-3 Supporting Texts: Micah 2:13, Psalm 30:5, Genesis 1:3, Acts 16:25-26 INTRODUCTION: To "break forth" means to suddenly emerge, burst out, or experience a supernatural release. In Scripture, it often signifies a divine ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:1-3, Micah 2:13, Psalm 30:5, Genesis 1:3, Acts 16:25-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Victory Over Spiritual Health Attacks Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Mar 31, 2025

In the journey of life, we often encounter challenges that transcend the physical realm, manifesting as spiritual attacks on our health and well-being.

Victory Over Spiritual Health Attacks Opening Scripture: Psalm 91:4 _"He shall cover you with His feathers, and under His wings you shall take refuge; His truth shall be your shield and buckler."_ By: Rev. (Prophet) Rudolf E. Y. Mensah Introduction In the journey of life, we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:4, Isaiah 10:27, Jeremiah 17:14, Joel 2:25, Ephesians 6:11, Revelation 12:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic