Sermons on Stronger And Stronger:

Trying Times - "Mission Sunday School Class" Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jul 11, 2013

Witnessing for Christ

Trying Times – “Mission Sunday School Class” by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (5/29/2013, 6/1/2013, 6/15/2013, 6/18/2013, 6/22/2013, 6/29/2013, 7/6/2013, 7/11/2013) “O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, thou that killest the prophets, and stonest them which are sent unto thee, ...read more

Denomination: Friends

Part 3: Show 'em Who Is In Control Series

Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Nov 1, 2019

My Father told me when I was just a pup, "Son, the very first play is the most important. You must show your opponent who is the boss!"

It was good advice and I have never forgotten what he had said. Of course he was referring to football but it applies to most things, especially sports. Satan thinks he is the boss. He wants to boss you around in the RING of LIFE. From the time you are a young adult, he tries to impress his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-62

Denomination: *other

Jesus Is Aware

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jul 29, 2020

Jesus shares with us his awareness of our issues in the text he is aware of everything, aware of His compassion for us, he is so aware he touches us, and he so aware he provides.

Matthew 14:13-21 “Jesus is Aware” 1. Today’s reading tells us • Jesus has just heard that his cousin, John, had lost his head. • He's trying to find a solitary place. So he may grieve for a while. 2. Our text reminds us of Jesus’s Awareness • He is aware of the tragedies ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: Methodist

Conquering Your Crucibles Series

Contributed by Joe Dan Vendelin on Feb 17, 2024

This is a continuation of the previous sermon on the 7 Crucial Crucibles to further consider how to live as "more than a conqueror" and ultimately conquer your crucible in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Conquering Your Crucibles In the previous sermon, I discussed 7 Crucial Crucibles, which is a deeper dive into the situations described by the Apostle Paul in Romans 8:35. Paul paints a pretty bleak picture. And then he transitions to make a daring statement. He says that “in all these things ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:35, Romans 8:38-39, Matthew 19:6, Mark 10:9, Philippians 3:10  (view more)  (view less)

And He Began To Sink

Contributed by John Daniel Johnson on Oct 3, 2021

There are times in this life that we began to fall (sink) away from the LORD. This sermon teaches us how to stop sinking and lessons we can learn from those who are sinking.

"And He Began to Sink" Scripture Reference: Matthew 14:25-33 Preached at Mount Zion Baptist Church on October 3, 2021 Delivered by Rev. John Daniel Johnson Illustration— I want to share with you that God surely does work in mysterious ways. He always keeps me amazed as the awesome ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:25-33

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of The Pencil Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Jan 2, 2022

(Distribute pencils to congregation). This morning I have a present for you on this first Sunday of the New Year. I hope you will use it regularly this year.

As preached 1/2/2022 at First Church Of God Homer: "THE PARABLE OF THE PENCIL" “Keep my commands and you will live; guard my teachings as the apple of your eye. Bind them on your fingers; write them on the tablet of your heart.” Proverbs 7:2-3 NIV Pencils are made by two wooden halves ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 7:2-3

Denomination: Church Of God

Scratches And Forks

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 16, 2023

God is with us especially in the difficult times of life.

Scratches and Forks Romans 5: 1 - 8 Intro: A very wealthy king possessed an extremely large, exquisite ruby. He sat for hours admiring the depth of color and sparkle. On day he noticed a huge scratch across the middle of the stone causing the king to be terribly upset so much so that he would ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Trust God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 29, 2024

The sermon encourages trusting God wholeheartedly, heeding His Word, and holding onto His promises amidst life's uncertainties and challenges.

Good morning, beloved family of God! How blessed we are to gather again under this roof, bound by the unshakeable and unfathomable love of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Today, we stand on the precipice of a profound truth, an opportunity to deepen our understanding of the God we serve, and the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Topics: Trust, Him

Open Invitation To Salvation PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 22, 2023

This sermon explores accepting God's invitation, harnessing hope, and embracing salvation to find rest, resilience, and spiritual abundance in our lives.

Good morning, dear friends. Today we gather in the warm embrace of our shared faith, united by our love for God and His everlasting Word. As we immerse ourselves in His divine teachings, we are reminded of the words of the great Christian theologian, J.I. Packer, who once said, "Once you become ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-29

Topics: Living, Hope

God's Friendship: A Divine Bond SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

A deeper exploration into the unique friendship between God and mankind.

Another lesson about the friendship between God and mankind. You are my friends. God called Abraham "his friend" (Isaiah 41:8, 2 Chronicles 20:7, James 2:23). Have you ever thought about this? Is it possible to be friends with God? What are the conditions for being a "friend" of God? What ...read more

Scripture: John 15:14-15

Topics: Friendship, Divine Bond

Return To The Jerusalem Temple Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 28, 2024

Jesus was found by His parents in His "Father's house" at age twelve. Twenty years later, why has He returned?

Third Sunday in Lent 2024 This week marks the middle-point of our Lenten pilgrimage! We have been with Jesus in the desert, as He was tempted, and we were with Him last week on the Mount of Transfiguration, as He prepared Himself and His most trusted disciples for the passion by having a Passover ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17, Psalm 19:8-11, 1 Corinthians 1:22-25, John 2:13-25

Denomination: Catholic

Spiritual Blindness And True Blessedness.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 18, 2024

A house divided against itself, a strong man overcome; and the nature of true blessedness.

SPIRITUAL BLINDNESS AND TRUE BLESSEDNESS. Luke 11:14-28. The spiritual blindness of the people opposed to Jesus is demonstrated in their reaction to His good works. Their refusal to hear His message is echoed in their speaking out against Him. LUKE 11:14. A demon-possessed man, who was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:14-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Visionary View: Seeing Through A Glass Darkly Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 13, 2023

The concept of seeing through a glass darkly reminds us that our understanding is limited, but God's wisdom is infinite.

Visionary View: Seeing Through a Glass Darkly Good day, dear congregation. Today, we gather to explore the concept of seeing through a glass darkly, a phrase found in the Bible, which holds profound meaning for our spiritual journey. Opening Prayer: Let us begin with a prayer. Heavenly Father, we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:12, Isaiah 55:8-9, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Slaying Our Giants Series

Contributed by Don Campbell on Oct 23, 2025

This is the 20th sermon in the series.

SLAYING OUR GIANTS PSALM 119:161-168 INTRODUCTION A. Jesus may have had this passage in mind when He said that if He had not done the works among them that no one else had done, they would not be guilty of sin (John 15:24-25). B. When true Christianity falls from the grace of secular rulers, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:161-168

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Moral Issues: Homosexuality Series

Contributed by Rob Harbison on May 10, 2001

When the popular view conflicts with the Bible view, which view should we accept?

INTRO: Homosexuality is not a new way of living. So why has it come to the forefront of cultural issues in the past generation? Is it true that those who oppose homosexuality are prudes, homophobes, gay-bashers, and self-righteous bigots? I suppose that depends on who you ask. What would you call ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:26-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ