Sermons on Stumbling Stone:

The Undeniable Mark Of A Champion

Contributed by Ron Theis on Jul 9, 2010

What separates mediocre performance from championship performance? Where do we get our endurance? The secret is in the Power Source!!!

The Undeniable Mark of a Champion 2 Corinthians 4:1-18 1Therefore, since we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we do not lose heart. 2But we have renounced the hidden things of shame, not walking in craftiness nor handling the word of God deceitfully, but by manifestation of the truth ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Victory Over Temptation

Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Sep 7, 2009

“We can have victory over temptation as Jesus did by using the Word of God to resist the devil.

VICTORY OVER TEMPTATION--Luke 4:1-13 Proposition: “We can have victory over temptation as Jesus did by using the Word of God to resist the devil." Objective: My purpose is challenge people to be alert to the truth that God will assist in experiencing victory over temptation. INTRODUCTION: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Avoiding Three Common Misuses Of The Bible

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 30, 2010

Jesus points out some of the ways that the Pharisees, Herodians, and Sadducees are not interpreting the Word right.

Three Common Misuses Of The Bible: 1. The highest use of your Bible knowledge is winning a theological argument. - Matthew 22:15-22. - For many people, the ultimate use of their Bible knowledge is the ability to show others (both Christians and non-Christians) that “I’m right and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Song Of Moses And The Song Of The Lamb

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on May 24, 2009

The question is: are you able to sing the Song of Moses? Bible history reveals that Jacob left the land of Canaan for Egypt to look for food. The children of Israel were in slavery in Egypt for many years. Why did God keep them there that long?

THE SONG OF MOSES AND THE SONG OF THE LAMB Dr. D. K. Olukoya Isaiah51:11says,“Therefore the redeemed of the Lord shall return, and come with singing unto Zion; and everlasting joy shall be upon their head: they shall obtain gladness and joy; and sorrow and mourning shall flee away.” Here the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 51:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Great Exchange

Contributed by Robert Bravo on Jul 1, 2007

When we come to christ he offers us the ability to exchange an old way of life for a new way of life.

The great exchange Matthew 16:21 - 28 (NIV) 1. Ask to turn to the scripture. 2. Set the Stage: The scene starts out with Jesus and his disciples coming into Caesarea Philippi a. Jesus was asking His disciples whom do the people think the son of man is? b. They answer “some say John the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Nazarene

The Danger Of Slip, Sliding Away

Contributed by Rick D Brackett on Feb 15, 2008

A warning about the dangers of falling away little by little.

Psalm 73:2 “But as for me, my feet were almost gone; my steps had well nigh slipped” “THE DANGER OF SLIP, SLIDING AWAY!” Introduction: Simon & Garfunkel recorded a song many years ago and the last words of the chorus are: “We work our jobs; Collect our pay Believe we’re gliding down the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:2

Denomination: Church Of God

Compelled To Witness

Contributed by Timothy Dolan on Jun 22, 2008

Despite spiritual trouble and physical difficulty in life; we can be witnesses as compelled by the Spirit of God.

Compelled to Witness Scripture Text: Acts 8:1-5 ILLUSTRATION: T.H. Huxley, a well-known agnostic, was with a group of men at a weekend house party. On Sunday morning, while most of them were preparing to go to church, he approached a man known for his Christian character and said, "Suppose you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

How Low Can You Go?

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 28, 2008

Paul, Pt. 1

HOW LOW CAN YOU GO? (ROMANS 7:12-25) A man one dreamed of passing into the world beyond. An angel met him and showed him a great golden book. “What is that?” he inquired. “It is the book of your life,” was the reply. Looking closer he saw that there were some writing on the first page. “What is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:12-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Something To Smell, Something To Read Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 8, 2010

In this sermon we learn how important it is for us to accurately reflect Christ, and that the power to do so comes only from God.

Introduction: A. Some smells are very pleasant and very pleasing, and some are not. B. Reader’s Digest carried this funny quip: 1. One day a woman was filling up her car at a gas station, when she accidentally spilled gasoline on her shirt. 2. When she went inside to pay, she noticed that ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Remembering The Blessings

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Feb 22, 2012

How do you encourage yourself when times get tough? You remember the blessings.

REMEMBERING THE BLESSINGS Those of you who know me know that I love fishing. I do not however like hunting. For some reason the thought of shooting an animal is just not appealing to me. That does not mean I do not know how to shoot. When I was a kid I was in a gun club. I competed in target ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-5

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A World Without Christ

Contributed by William Fallert on Mar 11, 2012

Jesus changed not just the Christian world but the whole world. Darkness would be everywhere if not for him.

John 8:12 A world without Christ It is an amazing feeling to stand up here. It feels so powerful and humbling at the same time. If I say let’s all stand everyone will stand. If I say let’s all sit down, everyone will sit down. If I say let’s sing a hymn, everyone will sing. I am so tempted to ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Baptist

Curses And Blessings Are From The Lord - Proverbs 3:33

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 10, 2011

Curses and Blessings Are From The Lord - Proverbs 3:33

Curses and Blessings Are From The Lord - Proverbs 3:33 Proverbs 3:33 The LORD puts a curse on the homes of the wicked, but blesses the homes of the righteous. I. He Puts A Curse On The Wicked II. He Puts Blessings On The Righteous I. He Puts A Curse On The Wicked ; ; Deu_7:26, , ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:33

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Risen Savior

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Apr 9, 2009

An Easter morning message concentrating on the empty tomb and what it means to Christians today.

What makes a good sermon? It is one that will take you to the valley of sinful despair, and then transports you to the top of the hill in praise! It will make you drop to your knees in sorrowful repentance, and then bring you up to jumping with joy! It is one that makes you cry over the sin in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:4-8

Denomination: *other

Letting Go Of Hurt Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 17, 2014

I believe when a Bible-believing Christian refuses to forgive/release others they can forfeit the protective covering/spiritual hedge.

Friendly Fire Sermon Series (Inspired by Perry Stone’s book, “Judas Goat”) “Letting Go Of Hurt” 3 of 3 2/2/2014 Chester’s FBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson Introduction: A In Matthew 15 We see Jesus ministering at a place out of His normal circuit ...read more

Scripture: James 3:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

"The Cross And The Theology Of Paul"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Feb 27, 2006

The man possibly least likely of all men to become a Christian, transformed in an instant with a new Theology and an unchanging message.

1 Now Saul, still breathing threats and murder against the disciples of the Lord, went to the high priest, 2 and asked for letters from him to the synagogues at Damascus, so that if he found any belonging to the Way, both men and women, he might bring them bound to Jerusalem. 3 As he was traveling, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-6

Denomination: Orthodox