Sermons on Strong Hands:

"The Third Thief"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 26, 2013

A sermon for Good Friday.

Luke 23:32-49 “The Third Thief” At Pilate’s residence, the soldiers dressed Jesus in Royal clothes. They draped a scarlet robe over Him and bludgeoned Him on the head with a stick. They beat Jesus’ head with their fists, fracturing His nasal bones. They took turns ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-49

Denomination: United Methodist

Faith In The Face Of Unbelief

Contributed by Gerald Du Preez on Jan 13, 2021

What do we do when everything that formed the basis for our faith seems to crumble? This sermon looks at Abraham, the Father of the Faithful, and his faith in the face of the illogical, impossible valleys God takes us through.

Funeral Service Tony Dunn 12 January 2021 Memories The death of a loved one is the most traumatic experience we go through. It is something we know must happen at some time. But when it does, it hits you like an express train: nothing prepares you for it - especially when it is unexpected, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:19-21

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Possessing The Promise

Contributed by R.p. Ministries on Oct 16, 2024

Question: If God has already declared the land is yours, why are you hesitant to possess it?

Sermon Manuscript: From Promise to Possession Text: Numbers 13:25-32 Focus Verse: Numbers 13:30 Introduction: People of God, we are standing at a critical moment, a moment where the promises of God are within reach, yet the giants before us seem intimidating. We’ve heard the voice of God; He has ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:25-32, Joshua 14:6-12

A Better Covenant Series

Contributed by William Lock on Mar 4, 2009

Jesus provides us with the new and better covenant

a better Covenant Hebrews 7-10 Hebrews 8:6 But Jesus has now obtained a more excellent ministry, and to that degree he is the mediator of a better covenant, which has been enacted through better promises. A better covenant Old Covenant Priest from Levi same priest, same law (7:12) legal, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Battle Is The Lord’s,

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015

The Battle is the LORD’S,

1 Sam 17:31-39 47 The Battle is the LORD’S, 1. The Preparation For Battle 35 And I went out after him, and smote him, and delivered it out of his mouth: and when he arose against me, I caught him by his beard, and smote him, and slew him. 36 Thy servant slew both the lion and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:31-47

Denomination: Holiness

Honey In The Rock

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 2, 2013

The sermon shares the desires of God to give us honey in the rock that satisfies.

“Honey in the Rock” Psalm 81 God desires to give us Honey from the Rock • "The land of Canaan abounded with hills and rocks in which bees had their hives, and from whence honey dropped to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 81:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

Revive Us Again! Series

Contributed by Rodney Rapp on Sep 21, 2025

This scripture needs to become our prayer. Needs to become the cry of the church The cry of the intercessors

Psalm 85:6 KJV Wilt thou not revive us again: that thy people may rejoice in thee? NKJV Will You not revive us again, That Your people may rejoice in You? INTRO: This scripture needs to become our prayer. Needs to become the cry of the church The cry of the intercessors May we not just hear the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:6

Denomination: Other

Mediator Wanted (Job 9)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 22, 2025

Do we need a mediator with God?

Did Job seek a mediator between himself and God? Is there one? Let’s begin in Job 9. Can any of us claim sinless perfection before a perfect God? This was Job’s response: “Indeed, I’m fully aware that this is so, but how can a person become right with God? If one were to seek to argue with him, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Keep Me From Temptation Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 2, 2019

The psalm is especially appropriate to those who are in danger of being led astray by the acts of the wicked, or who are being tempted to associate with the irresponsible, the sensual, and the worldly.

June 24, 2014 Tom Lowe Psalm 28 (KJV) Title: Keep Me From Temptation A Psalm of David. Psalm 28 (KJV) 1 Unto thee will I cry, O LORD my rock; be not silent to me: lest, if thou be silent to me, I become like them that go down into the pit. 2 Hear the voice of my supplications, when I cry ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 28:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Save The Humble – Oppose The Proud

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 19, 2018

A study in the book of 2 Samuel 22: 1 – 51

2 Samuel 22: 1 – 51 Save the humble – oppose the proud 22 Then David spoke to the LORD the words of this song, on the day when the LORD had delivered him from the hand of all his enemies, and from the hand of Saul. 2 And he said: “The LORD is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer; 3 The God of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Disabling Jesus-4

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 13, 2013

4 of 4. The congregation at Nazareth would not believe Jesus’ ability to fulfill Scripture’s mandate for the Messiah. Religiosity thinks it absurd that Jesus can save, &/or is Messiah. But what results from such a stance? Disabling Jesus produces...

DISABLING JESUS-IV—Luke 4:22-30 Attention: CASE IN POINT—UNITARIAN UNIVERSALISM: From: http://www.uua.org/beliefs/principles/index.shtml Our Unitarian Universalist Principles: There are seven principles which Unitarian Universalist congregations affirm & promote: The inherent worth ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:22-30

Denomination: Baptist

Priorities-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 17, 2020

3 of ? Haggai exhorted those returning from exile to prioritize their relationship with God. God’s people must prioritize their relationship with God. But how can they do that? A prioritized relationship with God properly assesses...

PRIORITIES—III—Haggai 1:1-15 Attention: Priorities: Hurricane Dorian Devastated the Bahamas in August of 2019. Below is an actual picture of our TV screen showing just how Floridians are Preparing for the threat of Hurricane Dorian. Synopsis: The Weather Channel host is speaking to their man ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Demonstrating Your Power Source-1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 6, 2014

1 of 4. Paul demonstrated/confirmed the Spirit’s power thru his manner of witness to the church at Corinth. How/When is a Christian’s power source confirmed/demonstrated? 5 demonstrations of one’s power source.

DEMONSTRATING YOUR POWER SOURCE—1Corinthians 2:1-5 Attention: The customer in the Italian restaurant was so pleased that he asked to speak to the chef. The chef proudly appears from the kitchen & introduces himself to the customer. "Your alfredo is superb," the customer said. "I just spent ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Shield That Covers Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Nov 5, 2015

The shield of faith is designed to fully cover us. But it requires attention and care.

As we continue our study on the spiritual armor, let’s recap what Paul has observed so far. The most impressive parts of the armor were made of brass, the breastplate and the shoes. The breastplate covered the soldier from shoulders to knees, front and back. The shoes were like boots, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16

Denomination: Foursquare

The Many Other Significant 3:16 Verses

Contributed by Dennis King on Feb 25, 2018

When “3:16” is mentioned as a Bible verse, most of us think of John 3:16. “For God so loved the world....” That verse contains a powerful message to be sure. But the New Testament has many other “3:16” verses that are very meaningful.

When “3:16” is mentioned as a Bible verse, most of us think of John 3:16. “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” That verse contains a powerful message to be sure. But the New Testament has many other ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:16

Denomination: Baptist