Sermons on Substance:

Love Does Not Demand Its Own Way

Contributed by William Baeta on Nov 6, 2002

“Love is very patient and kind, never jealous or envious, never boastful or proud, never haughty or selfish or rude. Love does not demand its own way” 1 Cor. 13:4-5.

Theme: Love does not demand its own way Text: 1 Cor. 13:4-7 True love does not demand its own way. This love does not seek to gain but to give. It is a love that is concerned about meeting the need of the other person. This love is only possible when God is in control of your lives. It is this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Victorious Faith

Contributed by John Butler on Mar 3, 2008

Learn how to be an overcomer by faith.

*****Sermon Outline***** Victorious Faith What is faith? Heb 11:1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Substance SUB’STANCE, n. [L. substantia, substo; sub and sto, to stand.] The essential part; the main or material part. epitome Something real, not ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:4-5

The Love Song Of The Bridegroom Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 8, 2010

We can learn about the faithfulness of God and the sacrament of marriage by learning from Jesus's words at the Last Supper

Sixth Sunday of Easter The Love Song of the Bridegroom May 9, 2010 Those who have been married for more than a few days, and those who counsel young married people, realize that one of the greatest fears of a young wife–and of a young husband, too, if they’ll admit it–is of ...read more

Scripture: John 14:23-29

Denomination: Catholic

Less Than Perfect

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Apr 18, 2013

God has a perfect plan for each of us. He never applies it all at once, rather little by little, He wants us to Walk by Faith not sight. Moses was a murderer, Rahab was a harlot... And yet these are among the Bible's greats; Clearly indicating that God us

Quotes: “The maxim ‘Nothing but perfection’ may be spelled ‘Paralysis’.” - Winston Churchill “Do not wait until the conditions are perfect to begin. Beginning makes the conditions perfect.” - Alan Cohen “God has a perfect plan for each of our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 12:1-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Of Abundance Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 10, 2025

God desires His children to live in abundance—not just materially, but spiritually, emotionally, relationally, and physically. This abundance is not about greed or materialism; it’s about walking in the fullness of God’s plan, provision, and purpose.

GOD OF ABUNDANCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 10:10 Supporting Texts: Psalm 23:1, Philippians 4:19, 2 Corinthians 9:8, Joel 2:24-26, Malachi 3:10-12 INTRODUCTION: The God we serve is not a God of lack or scarcity—He is the God of abundance. From the first page of Scripture, where He ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Is Abortion Murder

Contributed by Ron Owen on Dec 23, 2000

A scriptural look at the sanctity of life of the unbord child.

Psalms 139:13-16 "Is Abortion Murder" Intro: What is your standard for morality? The Bible? I. The Unborn is a living soul. Exod 21:22 If men strive, and hurt a woman with child, so that her fruit depart from her, and yet no mischief follow: he shall be surely punished, according as the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Autarkia: Our Full Sufficiency In Christ

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jun 5, 2007

This is a sermon starter for Preaching out of the second chapter of Colossians showing our all sufficiency in Christ. Autarkia is the Greek word used in the text for "all sufficiency".

“Autarkia” (Greek) “Fully Sufficient” Colossians 2:10-23 “In Him you have been made complete” There are certain things that tend to clutter up the simplicity we have when we are complete in Christ. II Cor 11:3 spoke about those who are deceived, having been led astray from the simplicity and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:10-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Empower Me To Give No Matter How Small I Possess (Active Alms Giving And Donation To Support God's Work And Reaching Out To The Less Privileged Series

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Nov 11, 2018

Give at all times, no matter what you have.

*DAY 8 OF 11TH HOUR FASTING* May the peace of the Lord be with you. Prayer Topic: *GOD EMPOWER ME TO GIVE NO MATTER HOW SMALL I POSSESS (ACTIVE ALMS GIVING AND DONATION TO SUPPORT GOD'S WORK AND REACHING OUT TO THE LESS PRIVILEGED)* Scripture: Luke 8:3 King James Version (KJV) 3 And Joanna ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:3, James 1:27, Acts 10:3-4

Denomination: Charismatic

The Prayer Of Faith

Contributed by John Teem Jr. on Jan 22, 2013

What exactly is the Prayer of Faith James speaks of? Well let us examine the subject and find out.

THE PRAYER OF FAITH WEDNESDAY - NOVEMBER 14, 2012 CHAPEL OF REDEMPTION JOHN TEEM JR. JAMES 5:13-18 INTRODUCTION: IS ANYTHING TO HARD FOR GOD? Genesis 18:14, Jeremiah 32:17, Jeremiah 32:27, Matthew 19:26, Luke 18:27, Mark 9:23 DOES GOD LIE OR CHANGE HIS MIND? Malachi 3:6, I Kings 8:56 HAS HE ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: *other

Cutting Corners With Untempered Mortar

Contributed by Bob Phillips on May 29, 2014

Many are leaving out critical directions given in the Bible, and cutting corners as they say to avoid following the instructions given by God.

Jesus gave the directions we must follow, but few want to follow his directions to the letter. In out text passage he said if we hear him and follow the instructions given by his word we are wise builders and our (Spiritual) House will withstand the storms of this life. Today, many Christians are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

Melchizedek Series

Contributed by Michael Blankenship on Mar 29, 2006

An Overview of Hebrews Chapter 7

Hebrews 7 Outline Dickerson Road Baptist Church Nashville, TN. April 2, 2006 Perhaps the most mysterious figure in the entire Old Testament is Melchizedek, who met the conquering Abraham with bread and wine after he returned from battling four ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Confident Faith

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on May 15, 2013

You can be confident in your faith

Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Most of Jeremiah’s life was spent ministering in a country that was backslidden and approaching the impending judgment of God. Born and raised a few miles northeast of Jerusalem, he was close ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Romans 2:17-29 Series

Contributed by George Mclaughlin Jr. on Oct 29, 2009

There are several spiritual "games" which we play,legalistically, in an attempt to justify ourselves (look better, even before God). But only an internal, true change, counts before God.

Outline for CBF AM June 28, 2009 Intro. 2:1-16 -- the error of self-justification by performance comparison with other people. 2:17-29 -- the error of self-justification by other minor externals *** Errors I. Confidence in religious posturing, 17-20 - This includes: A. Religious affiliation, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hope That Nobody Can Take Away

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 21, 2022

Our faith gives life a new basis, a new foundation on which we can stand, one that relativizes the habitual foundation of people’s security, the reliability of material income.

Monday of 3rd Week in Course Spe Salvi We may suppose that little David could have lived his whole life out under the stars, playing his stringed instrument to his flock, chucking rocks at an occasional predator and enduring the taunts of his multiple older siblings. But he heard the call of God ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:34, Mark 3:22-30, 2 Samuel 5:1-10

Denomination: Catholic

Overcoming Addictions

Contributed by J. B. Hall on Dec 23, 2008

This sermon gives the clear Biblical prescription for overcoming ANY addiction!

“Overcoming Addictions” Romans 6:14 By: Pastor J. B. Hall Introduction: Addictions are at epidemic proportions in today’s world. Today’s addictions include a wide array of deviant behaviors; and range from drug and alcohol abuse, to addictions to pornography, gambling, excessive shopping and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:14

Denomination: Baptist