Sermons on Substitute:

What To Do When Surrounded By Evil Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 15, 2013

We see people getting victimized, we see people rejecting God, we see people acting in very ungodly like ways. What should we do about it? As we study these psalms we get a picture of who God is, who we are, and we get a perspective to help.

This psalm was written for the Sabbath day. Upon returning from their captivity to Babylon, Israelis sang this on the Sabbath at the time of the morning sacrifice. The psalm extols knowing God, and being transformed by God and contrasts that with those who refuse a relationship with Him. 1 – ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

"i Thirst"

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on May 16, 2019

We all know what it feels like to be thirsty. Parched Lips! Cottonmouth! Feeling Dehydrated!

BACKGROUND We all know what it feels like to be thirsty. Parched Lips! Cottonmouth! Feeling Dehydrated! It could be from working out in your yard on a hot summer day; it could be from just waking up after a surgery; or it could be that you spend a long time on the telephone talking with someone. ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-29

Denomination: Baptist

Get Your Head Out Of Your App - Pt. 1 - Disconnect To Connect Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 24, 2019

Apps are supposed to keep us connected . . . but at what cost? Screen time is increasing but are our relationships deteriorating?

I. Introduction When I was younger I used to shake my head in amazement when I thought of the technology advancements my grandmother's witnessed . . . tv, space travel, the changes in transportation. But now I am realizing that in my short time on this planet I too have witnessed incredible ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Unchain The Gospel

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 8, 2019

The unchained Gospel breaks chains.

Unchain the Gospel! 2 Timothy 2:8-15 This letter by Paul to Timothy along with his letter to the Philippians were probably the last two letters he ever wrote. We find Paul chained in prison. As a Roman citizen before his condemnation to death, he had been given some liberty to receive friends and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:8-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

5 Reasons Jesus Came To Earth

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 8, 2020

Five times in the Book of Matthew, Jesus says, “I came….” In these five statements He gave insight into what He intended to accomplish at the Cross. Each indicates a scene of importance relating to our salvation.

5 REASONS JESUS CAME TO EARTH INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A Notre Dame football star appeared in court as a witness in a civil suit. The Judge asked, “Are you a member of this year’s Notre Dame football team?” “Yes, Your Honor,” the athlete replied. 2. “What position do you play” asked the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17, Matthew 9:13, Matthew 10:34, Matthew 18:11, Matthew 20:27-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Nothing Is Hidden From The Lord

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Dec 4, 2023

The Lord knows the lies. The Lord shows the truth.

NOTHING IS HIDDEN FROM THE LORD (Outline) July 30, 2023 – Pentecost 9 – JEREMIAH 23:23-29 INTRO.: The Lord God knows everything. He knows our hearts. Hears our words. Sees our actions. There is nothing done or not done that the Lord does not see. Or know. “For there is nothing hidden that ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:23-29

Denomination: Lutheran

The Lord Will Provide Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jun 4, 2022

The story of Abraham instructed to sacrifice his son reveals the obedience and faith of Abraham. God is sovereign and in control of our lives. He is able to provide in any need. He is able to provide for Abraham. He is able to provide for us.

Imagine your back is up against the wall. You have reached the end of your rope. Every prospect for the future is dark and gloomy. Maybe that is not so hard for you to imagine. That is when there is only one thing that could possibly turn the situation around. A miracle from God. Will God ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Law And Grace

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Jun 8, 2022

This sermon is more of a teaching that can be adapted for evangelistic purposes. It deals in a practical way in the understanding of Law and Grace, and compares their characteristics.

Law and Grace John 1:16 "And of his fulness have all we received, and grace for grace". The word "fulness" is still another term in this important passage which brings out the absolute Deity of the Savior. It is the same word which is found in Colossians 1:19 and 2:9—"For ...read more

Scripture: John 1:16, John 1:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Creation Then - Not Evolution (Follow Up Post On "I Can’t Understand All This”) Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 17, 2022

This message continues the theme of God's creation that is so awesome. Evolution is a waylaying trap of Satan to destroy God's creation. Includes a poem titled "Creation Then - Not evolution". I hope you like it. "By Him, all things were created and all things exist."

CREATION THEN - NOT EVOLUTION (FOLLOW UP POST ON “I CAN’T UNDERSTAND ALL THIS”) A FOLLOW-UP POST FROM “I CAN’T UNDERSTAND ALL THIS” In that last post, we looked at some of the fantastic marks of creation God has left us in this world, and in the Universe. Only the deliberately perverse mind of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-6, Psalm 19:1-2, Isaiah 5:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Grace For The Humble

Contributed by Larry Grant on Jul 16, 2023

King Rehoboam walked away from God, refusing to serve the Lord like David his grandfather or Solomon his father. He simply refused to commit his life to God and he and his people paid a terribly high price. God is worthy of our very best. A we must humble ourselves and give it.

2 Chronicles 12:1-10 Grace for the Humble July 16, 2023 The Apostle Peter says, “God resists the proud but gives grace to the humble.” Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time, casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you. When ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 12:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Man Has Twisted, Contorted, Inverted, And Opposed All God’s Creation – Part 4 – Genesis Chapter 1 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 6, 2023

We look at the horrible policies from Satan, the murderer from the beginning, in abortion, and the evil policies of Green Environmentalists. Genesis is overthrown and socialism rules. Consideration is given to the crocodile and flying fox. All of Genesis 1 is twisted and distorted.

MAN HAS TWISTED, CONTORTED, INVERTED, AND OPPOSED ALL GOD’S CREATION – PART 4 – GENESIS CHAPTER 1 In this series we have been giving consideration to how atheists and humanists have willfully twisted all that God declared in Genesis chapter 1. All the godly precepts have been butchered by Satan ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:5, Isaiah 44:2, Revelation 9:21, Genesis 1:28, Romans 1:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"forgiveness: An Act Of Grace"

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Sep 13, 2023

The message is about our "walk" not "salvation". “The primary act of faith is forgiving. It is the characteristic act of God, the Father of Jesus Christ. If we follow him in faith, it is the first thing we do in our following. Quotes from Solzhenitsyn & Robert Hoyer

In Jesus Holy Name September 17, 2023 Text: Matthew 18:15,21,22 Pentecost XVI - Redeemer “Forgiveness: An Act of Grace” The message today is not about how you can have peace with God. It is not about how you can be sure you will be in heaven when your earthly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35, Matthew 18:15

Denomination: Lutheran

Live A Christ-Centered Life Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Mar 2, 2023

Christ should have center stage of our life.

Introduction It matters how you live your life. Oh, it is great to be saved; but don’t neglect how you live your life thinking I have all I need. If you take that attitude now that I am saved it doesn’t matter how I live my life, your lack of following Christ faithfully might result in a family ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Destination.... Jerusalem

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Mar 29, 2023

Palm Sunday .... It started with a donkey. The King rides on in majesty, but He is on His way to the cross. Many people have their favorite author and novels written.... The Story of Jesus could have been a Greek tragedy, But God had other plans for His story.

In Jesus Holy Name March 26,2023 Text: John 12:1,2,12-14 Palm Sunday Redeemer “Destination ….Jerusalem” It started with a donkey. Jesus sent his disciples to the village of Bethphage with instructions to bring back a donkey. When you read ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-14, Matthew 21:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

"Magic, Mystery, Miracle”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 20, 2022

The theme is take from Leonard Sweet the message of Christmas. In our society, there are two great religious holidays—Christmas and Easter. The green wreath of Christmas is juxtaposed to the Good Friday wreath of thorns.

In Jesus Holy Name December 24, 2022 Text: Matthew 1:20b-23 Christmas Eve - Redeemer “Magic, Mystery, Miracle” Christmas is here. I’m sure you went through rolls of scotch tape in order to decorate all the Christmas gifts. Your scotch tape was probably made by the 3M ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:20-23, Luke 2:4-14

Denomination: Lutheran