Sermons on Stretching:

Jerusalem- A Hostile Environment Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 10, 2024

This is the 38th Sermon in the Series "Biblical Cities- Jerusalem".

Series: Biblical Cities- Jerusalem [#38] JERUSALEM- A HOSTILE ENVIRONMENT Matthew 23:37 Introduction: We are continuing in our Series about the most mentioned City in the Bible- Jerusalem. Matthew 23:37 A few weeks ago, we learned about using the right words to say. Tonight, we are going ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:37, Mark 15:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Obstacles Or Closed Doors

Contributed by Rakesh Sharma on Oct 25, 2024

In moments of chaos and uncertainty, we often find ourselves standing before seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Just as the Israelites faced the Red Sea with fear and doubt, we are called to trust in God’s power to create new paths for our deliverance.

>> Bible Reading: Exodus 14:10-18 10 As Pharaoh approached, the Israelites looked up, and there were the Egyptians, marching after them. They were terrified and cried out to the Lord. 11 They said to Moses, “Was it because there were no graves in Egypt that you brought us to the desert to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:10-18, Acts 7:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Bold

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Nov 10, 2024

Live up to your birthright and calling.

Philippians 1:14 And many of the brethren in the Lord, waxing confident by my bonds, are much more bold to speak the word without fear. 1Thessalonians 2:2 But even after that we had suffered before, and were shamefully entreated, as ye know, at Philippi, we were bold in our God to speak unto you ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:14, 1 Thessalonians 2:2, Acts 4:29-31, Philippians 1:29, 2 Timothy 3:12, Zechariah 4:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Rich Man And Lazarus

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 10, 2022

Many may go to church but alas only a few, very few, who strive hard to follow Jesus and His commandments would make it to heaven!

Rich man and Lazarus Luke 16:19 "Now there was a rich man, and he habitually dressed in purple and fine linen, joyously living in splendor every day. 20 "And a poor man named Lazarus was laid at his gate, covered with sores..” This morning God reminded me of the parable of the rich man ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Contrasting Leadership Styles Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 1, 2025

Christ who forgave Paul’s many sins is willing to forgive all of us by the merits of His passion: “as far as the east is from the west, so far does he remove our transgressions from us.”

Friday of the Seventh Week of Easter 2025 I suppose if we were making a list of the ten worst political leaders of the last two thousand years, King Agrippa II would vie with President James Buchanan for a slot. Buchanan, of course, in his one term managed to involve our nation in a horrible ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19, Psalm 103:1-2, Psalm 103:11-12, Psalm 103:19-20, Acts 25:13-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

David’s Prayer Of Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Nov 17, 2023

Here we are just days from our national day of Thanksgiving. I am saddened that history is being rewritten and the first explorers that had the goal of taking the Gospel message to a needed people are be portrayed as conquerors and white supremacy.

“David’s Prayer Of Thanksgiving” Psalm 138:1-8 Here we are just days from our national day of Thanksgiving. I am saddened that history is being rewritten and the first explorers that had the goal of taking the Gospel message to a needed people are be portrayed as conquerors and white supremacy. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Omnipotence Of God Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 3, 2025

From creation to redemption, the pages of the Bible are filled with examples of the impossible becoming possible through God's divine intervention.

Biblical Examples of the Impossible Made Possible The Bible consistently affirms that with God, all things are possible. This fundamental principle is woven throughout scripture, showcasing the limitless power and capability of our Creator. From creation to redemption, the pages of the Bible are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:43, Matthew 19:26

God's Power To Revive And Restore SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Have you ever faced a situation that seemed impossible to fix? In this sermon, we explore how God guided Ezekiel to respond to the seemingly hopeless condition of his nation. We delve into how God can stir our faith into action, and how He can direct us to respond to our impossible situations.

Have you ever faced a situation where you wondered if anything could be done to fix it? God tells Ezekiel what to do about the condition of his nation. God stirs his faith for action, and Ezekiel responds. How would God direct us to respond to our impossible circumstances? In Ezekiel 37:3, God asks ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Topics: Faith, Restoration

The Mission Transcends Mere Geography

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 9, 2025

The fame of Jesus spread far from Capernaum and His words and healing were affecting many thousands, preparing both Jew and Gentile for the expansion of the Church after Pentecost .

Friday of the Fifth Week in Course 2025 Most modern Christians in North America, I believe, are unfamiliar with first-century geography, even of the Holy Land. I think if I use a midwestern U.S. parable, it might be easier to envision than what St. Mark records in his Gospel here. Let’s try ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-2, Psalm 32:5-7, Mark 7:31-37, Genesis 3:1-8

Denomination: Catholic

Sweet Hour Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 27, 2025

Sweet Hour of Prayer

Acts 4:23 - 35 Sweet Hour of Prayer 1. The Total Confidence In Prayer - 23-28 i. In God's - Creation of All Things - Their Release - 23 And being let go, Their Retreat - they went to their own company, Their Report - and reported all that the chief priests and elders had said unto ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-35

Denomination: Holiness

Is Ephraim At It Again?

Contributed by Craig Benner on Sep 10, 2025

The spirit of Ephraim is alive and making havoc even today.

Ephraim Genesis 41:50-52 50 And unto Joseph were born two sons before the years of famine came, which Asenath the daughter of Potipherah priest of On bare unto him. 51 And Joseph called the name of the firstborn Manasseh: For God, said he, hath made me forget all my toil, and all my father's ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

When God Decides The Season, No Seed Is Wasted

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Jan 18, 2026

Church, harvest is proof that God never forgets. You may forget where you sowed. People may forget what you sacrificed.

• Psalm 65:9–13, • Hosea 10:12, • Mark 4:26–29 INTRODUCTION Church, harvest is proof that God never forgets. You may forget where you sowed. People may forget what you sacrificed. But God keeps perfect records of every seed. There is a set time when God says, “Enough waiting. Enough struggle. ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 10:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Obedience The Acid Test Of Our Love, Faith, And Fear Of God

Contributed by A.t. Stewart on Feb 12, 2004

The true test of our faith, love, and fear of God is our obedience to Him.

OBEDIENCE THE ACID TEST OF OUR LOVE,FAITH, AND FEAR OF GOD GEN. 22 1-19 INTRODUCTION Gold Rush 1849—Testing Gold Scratch the object with a file and apply a drop of Nitric Acid. If the object turns a bright green it is gold plated or gold filled on base metal. If the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19

The Big Picture

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Dec 17, 2004

Our God sees the Big Picture like we cannot fully see it, and that understanding gives us peace and comfort

The Big Picture TCF Sermon October 3, 2004 Sometimes, reading the newspaper can be fun: How about these headlines: Two Sisters Reunited After 18 Years at Checkout Counter War Dims Hope for Peace Drunk Gets Nine Months in Violin Case Local High School Dropouts Cut in Half Kids Make Nutritious ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seeing The Invisible Series

Contributed by Mark Batterson on Oct 18, 2005

Faith is seeing the invisible.

The Physics of Faith: Seeing the Invisible 03.15.05 Pastor Mark Batterson This evotional continues our Physics of Faith series. If you’d like to check out an old evotional, visit the evotional archive @ www.theaterchurch.com. And feel free to forward to a friend. Oliver Wendell Holmes said, “A ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational