Sermons on Suffer Loss:

Cross Follow Disciple: Back Of The Line Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 22, 2007

A Christian is a follower of Christ, but what does it mean to be a follower? Jesus answers this question telling us to take up our cross, but what Jesus means by "take up his cross" may be very different than what we imagine it to mean.

An out-of-towner drove his car into a ditch in a desolated area. Luckily, a local farmer came to help with his big strong horse named Buddy. He hitched Buddy up to the car and yelled, "Pull, Nellie, pull!" Buddy didn’t move. Then the farmer hollered, "Pull, Buster, pull!" Buddy didn’t ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Highly Esteemed Among Men Are Abomination Before God

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 14, 2016

To show that GOD is not pleased or impressed with hypocrites and proud people but is detested and these people are abomination before GOD.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you insignificant in this world? Yes. I am. Matthew 5:3 (Amplified Bible) Blessed (happy, to be envied, and spiritually prosperous—with life-joy and satisfaction in God’s favor and salvation, regardless of their outward conditions) are the poor in spirit (the humble, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

When The Going Gets Tough Series

Contributed by Lonnie Erwin on Nov 18, 2015

As we begin our study of it is important to see the context in which this book was written. The New Testament mentions 4 men who have the inspired scriptures included within its pages. Other than the Gospel writers.

Big Idea: As we begin our study of it is important to see the context in which this book was written. The New Testament mentions 4 men who have the inspired scriptures included within its pages. Other than the Gospel writers, the New Testament mentions at least four men named James: (1) the son of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Thessalonians # 1 (1 Of 2)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 6, 2022

On of the things that hurts the Lord’s work is that sometimes people join the church who are not sincere in their relationship with the Lord.

These join for wrong reasons. For example, if you ask people what kind of church they are looking for, some answers will be: • “Well, I do not really like that church, but I probably will join the one down the street because it is convenient.” • “I am looking for a church with a good youth ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Thessalonians

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on May 26, 2022

On of the things that hurts the Lord’s work is that sometimes people join the church who are not sincere in their relationship with the Lord.

These join for wrong reasons. For example, if you ask people what kind of church they are looking for, some answers will be: • “Well, I do not really like that church, but I probably will join the one down the street because it is convenient.” • “I am looking for a church with a good youth ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Storms Of Life

Contributed by Charles Lindquist, Jr. on Aug 10, 2002

Even though we accept Christ and have faith, we still encounter storms.

A little background might be helpful in understanding our Gospel lesson this morning. Everywhere Jesus went multitudes of people have been following Him. Now remember, Jesus just suffered the loss of John the Baptist, His disciples had just returned from the mission trip He had sent them on. And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: United Methodist

Touch Of The Master's Hand

Contributed by Robert Baldwin on Sep 26, 2004

We were like the leper wanting someone to touch us and to love us when we were so unlovable.

The Touch Of The Master’s Hand Mt. 8:1-4, Mark 1:40-45, Intro. There is little said about this leper, it’s almost as if God the Holy Spirit decided at the last moment to include this account. But we know nothing is ever done or said in the Bible that is not important to his people. We are told ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Who Comforts

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 26, 2001

God is in control of time and circumstances to achieve His purposes, and He understands your life hurts and sorrows.

Today we are going to look closely at one particular event in Jesus’ ministry. This event helps us understand the heart of Jesus for us. It had happened suddenly. In the town of Bethany, Lazarus, brother of Mary and Martha and friend of Jesus, fell sick. The sisters tried their best to help him ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

In God We Trust

Contributed by David Quackenbush on Feb 19, 2009

A brief look at Psalm 31 and David’s Trust in God to inspire us in times of trial and difficulty

IN GOD WE TRUST Psalm 31 1-5; 14-17 Scripture: 1 In You, O LORD, I have taken refuge; Let me never be ashamed; In Your righteousness deliver me. 2 Incline Your ear to me, rescue me quickly; Be to me a rock of strength, A stronghold to save me. 3 For You are my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 31:1-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Useful Or Useless Series

Contributed by Jeremias Fababier on Sep 3, 2008

As God’s people we are not expected not just to know what we should believe but we need also to know how to behave

TOPIC: USEFUL OR USELESS ((A Life that Honors God – Sermon on the Mount Series) Text: Matthew 5:13-16 Introduction: (ILL. Brain of a professor, a scientist and a bench basketball player.) (ILL. Show two Bible – one is used and one is still new but already old and ask: Which do you like if you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Christian Baptism"

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 24, 2010

What does the Bible teach about Christian baptism?

A story is told of a preacher who liked to preach on water baptism. Week after week he preached about it. Finally, the deacons asked him to preach a sermon on Genesis 1:1. They said, “Let’s see him get a sermon on baptism out of that.” When he got up to preach, he said, “In the beginning God ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

Producing Fruits Of The Kingdom

Contributed by William Baeta on Sep 24, 2011

“What more could have been done to my vineyard that I have not done in it? Why then, when I expected it to bring forth good grapes, did it bring forth wild grapes?” Is. 5:4

Theme: Producing Fruits of the Kingdom Text: Is. 5:1-7; Phil. 3:4b-14; Matt. 21:33-46 In recent years it has become evident that the focus of many people in the world is no longer on Christ. Even in so called Christian nations Christ is being denied again and again in spite of constant reminders ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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

Myth 6: Believe In Yourself Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 26, 2023

Like all of the myths we have talked about in this series, there is a bit of truth in the saying - and it is often spoken from great intentions.

- Myths Some Christians Believe - Believe In Yourself Introduction Myths Some Christians Believe that we have talked about in this series: God Won’t Give Me More Than I Can Handle. God Just Wants Me to Be Happy. I Could Never Forgive that Person. Follow Your Heart. “God Really Doesn’t Care”. ...read more

Scripture: James 4:10, Proverbs 14:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Taking The Right Road To Peace.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 16, 2022

“If I must choose between righteousness and peace, I choose righteousness.” The good news is that you don’t have to choose, because righteousness and peace always travel together! Righteousness produces peace.

Taking The Right Road To Peace. Isaiah 32:17–18 Theodore Roosevelt said, “If I must choose between righteousness and peace, I choose righteousness.” The good news is that you don’t have to choose, because righteousness and peace always travel together! Righteousness produces peace. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 32:17-18, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Pentecostal