Sermons on Substitutes:

The Old Path PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

To encourage the congregation to seek and follow the old path of righteousness, despite its challenges, for it leads to spiritual rest and fulfillment.

Good morning, family. I want to talk today about the importance of righteousness, specifically focusing on the old path of righteousness and the benefits that come from following it. It's a path you've all heard about before, but it's vital that we don't lose sight of it in our walk with God. The ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 6:16

Topics: Path, Righteousness

"common Ground" - The Bible For Christians And Conversations With Unbelievers

Contributed by John Huyser on Jan 18, 2023

Posting or inserting a Bible verse is no longer enough when people speak the same words but operate from different dictionaries.

Slide 1 Last summer, we met Pastor Lora Copley and her husband, Joel. Just a month prior to the Abide Conference in Chicago, they moved to a church in Ames, Iowa near the University. Engaging with new members and neighbors, she took note of a language barrier present. It was particularly true of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Overcome The Power Of Sin PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

While sin is a powerful force, through Jesus' sacrifice, we are given the strength to overcome it and are called to live a life above sin.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. I have been dwelling upon a piece of Scripture that speaks truly to the strength of the spiritual battle we all face. Francis Chan once said, "Lukewarm people don’t really want to be saved from their sin; they want only to be saved from the penalty of their sin." ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:29

Topics: Live Above Sin

Unstoppable Blessing PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore the story of Isaac, Jacob, and Esau in Genesis 27:1-45, emphasizing the unstoppable blessing of God, the importance of obedience, and the consequences of deception.

Good morning, Church family! Today we're diving into a story from the book of Genesis -- a drama packed episode that shows us the unstoppable blessing of God, the power of faithful obedience, and the jarring consequences of deception. Our text today is Genesis 27:1-45, which tells us about Isaac, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:1-45

Topics: Blessed

Why Did God Create Hell? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the difficult topics of God's righteousness, the reality of Hell, and its purpose in God's plan, emphasizing that ignoring these truths does not change their reality.

Good morning, Church Family! Today, we are going to delve deep into a topic that can be uncomfortable, but is absolutely critical to our understanding of the Gospel. We're going to talk about God's righteousness, the reality of Hell, and its purpose in God's plan. Our key verse today is Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:33

Topics: Purpose Of Hell

The Sheep And The Goats PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 11, 2023

Emphasize the importance of treating others with kindness and compassion, as Jesus taught that our actions towards the 'least of these' are directly seen as actions towards Him.

Good morning, Church! Today we're going to delve into a pretty heavy topic, but one that Jesus Himself felt was important enough to address. It's about how we treat others, the responsibility we have as followers of Christ to help those in need, and the consequences of our actions. As Dietrich ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Topics: Sheep, Goats

A Word Of Damnation

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Sep 15, 2007

Jesus says the words from the cross that we were supposed to say.

Word of damnation – “Father, father, why have you forsaken me?” Damnation – separation from God – alienation An illustration of when you were alone and afraid would be appropriate here We’ve all felt alone or alienated – lost, rift in relationships with family or friends, divorce, lost a loved ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:46

Denomination: Lutheran

Forgiveness #1 Series

Contributed by John Mccurry on Nov 6, 2010

Forgiveness, Two Types of Forgiveness (Divine and Human)

FORGIVENESS MATT 6: 9 - 13 v. 12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. There are two types of forgiveness; Divine Forgiveness & Human Forgiveness 14 For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you: 15 But if ye forgive ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Romans 3:1-8 Series

Contributed by George Mclaughlin Jr. on Feb 7, 2010

Man's reasoning and God's don't match up very well. Sinners, even very religious sinners, easily find fault with God, in how He deals with sin and righteousness. Our only hope for "making sense of it all" is to BELIEVE and accept EVERYTHING He says, rathe

Intro. I. God's faithfulness doesn't depend upon our own, 1-4. A. Stated in v. 3. B. Applied in v. 4. 1. If God says something, that's it! He'll do it! TS. Thinking of the Jews: 2.Even if you are somehow involved in His promises, you cannot thwart Him! 4 - Examples: a. God's purpose for the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Feeding The Sheep

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 3, 2009

As Jesus fed the five thousand, so we are challenged to give authentic teaching to the millions of our brothers and sisters who are uncatechized.

January 6, 2009 The Feeding of the Multitude Love doesn’t begin with us. Love begins with God, because God is Love. “God sent his only Son into the world, so that we might live through him.” Matthew and Mark say it a little differently: when Jesus looked on the crowds, he saw that they were ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:34-44

Denomination: Catholic

Reconciliation Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 20, 2019

Are you reconciled? If not come to Jesus by faith in His work at the cross. If so, what kind of ambassador are you?

RECONCILIATION II CORINTHIANS 5:14-21 INTRODUCTION: What’s all this talk about reconciliation? Note the following. I. The Meaning “Regeneration” comes from the maternity ward (born again). “Redemption” comes from the slave market. “Reconciliation” comes from the judicial system. All three ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Passover Series

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Sep 1, 2003

Teach on the significance of the Passover

Amenhotep II great athletic ability as a youth - archer, runner, but records are pretty silent about his reign. He fathered a son but that son never became Pharaoh - because he died in the last plague Passover looks back to Adam and to Abraham - looks forward to Christ. Parallel the life of Moses ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Tragic Mistake

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 18, 2002

This warning is so imperative that it appears identically in Proverbs 14:12 and Proverbs 16:25. Man, left to his own way, is destined to spend eternity in hell. Only by turning to Christ can this tragic mistake be averted.

A TRAGIC MISTAKE "There is a way which seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death." Proverbs 14:12 (Repeated identically in Proverbs 16:25). I There are many false doctrines abroad in the world today. Jesus warned His disciples: "For false Christs and false prophets will arise and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:12

Denomination: Baptist

Barrabas Or Jesus

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Nov 24, 2003

A GREAT CHOICE FOR OUR LIFE !

BARRABAS OU JESUS Lecture : Mat 27/17 Ce fut un jour solennel quand Jésus était debout en silence devant Pilate et le peuple, un jour lourd de conséquences. C=est toujours dans un tel jour que l=âme est appelé  prendre une décision finale pour Dieu ou pour le monde. Observons : I Qui ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Spoiled One And His Unsung Heros

Contributed by Craig Benner on Sep 27, 2007

Naaman was well known, but the real heros in this story are the unnamed little servant girl and some other servants who persuaded their master to obey the word of the prophet.

Naaman 2 Kings 5:1-14 (central text) I. Qualities of this man (v. 1) A. a leader (of rank) B. submissive to his king C. an honorable man D. used by God E. he had a real problem and need Who amongst us has a need? Who does God choose to use to send the message of hope? In this case, an ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal