Sermons on Sufficiency:

Look To Yourselves

Contributed by Chris Johnson on Oct 17, 2003

Self examination allows us to determine the genuineness of our faith.

In the Second Epistle of John, he exhorts the Church to vigilance in the Last Days. It is important for us to be alert; not just to things that are outside us (false prophets, etc.) but more importantly to things that are inside us. As Jesus told us it is not the things that are external that ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:4-8

Denomination: Church Of God

The Revelation, The Resurrection, And The Exaltation Of Christ.

Contributed by W. Alderman on Mar 14, 2006

The Book of Ephesians gives great Truth concernin the Doctrine of Christ; This message shows us how precious our salvation is.

The Revelation, Resurrection, and the Exaltation of Christ. Ephesians 1:15-23 Introduction: Paul gave us much insight about the teachings of Christ. We need to study the Doctrine of Christ as we become more familiar with Him. Oh, just to know Him! I. The Truth of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

How Can I Be Sure I'm Saved? Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Mar 15, 2006

This sermon looks at how we can be sure we’re saved. It touches on God’s grace and the plan of salvation.

How Can I be Sure I’m Saved? Dear God question Watchman Nee- story of new convert How do I know for sure I’m saved? Postmodern Mindset Philosophy based on feelings Advertising to relationships I don’t “feel” in love anymore Situational ethics Not on the Bible, but on whatever “feels” ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gloom, Despair, And Agony On Me

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Nov 13, 2011

When we don’t trust God, we can fall into a great depression and do things we wouldn’t ordinarily do.

Gloom, Despair, and Agony on Me November 13, 2011 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: When we don’t trust God, we can fall into a great depression and do things we wouldn’t ordinarily do. Focus Passage: I Samuel 27:1-12 Supplemental Passage: Finally, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 27:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Must One Believe In Hell To Avoid Going There?

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Sep 17, 2013

Must One Believe In Hell To Avoid Going There?

A gaggle of social media theologians went at it on Facebook as to whether or not a minimalist sort of Christian could profess a belief in Jesus but deny the existence of Hell as a literal place of torment. Granted, such a doctrinal combination is a less than Biblically comprehensive and optimal ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Playing Church

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 18, 2012

We must BE the church, not just attend one.

Playing Church November 16, 2008 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must BE the church, not just attend one. Focus Passage: Romans 12:9-21 Supplemental Passage: James 1:27 NASB Pure and undefiled religion in the sight of our God and Father is this: ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Baptist

Following Close Behind The Lord

Contributed by Lay Man on May 26, 2015

But blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in Him. - Jeremiah 17:7 I have found myself many times going on in a work for the Lord and at some-point realizing that the Lord let me go on ahead without Him. We have all experienced ..

But blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in Him. - Jeremiah 17:7 I have found myself many times going on in a work for the Lord and at some-point realizing that the Lord let me go on ahead without Him. We have all experienced this in some ways, it is like talking to an ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Facing Hard Times Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Oct 28, 2015

When it comes to disasters and accidents there are 2 ways to look at it: Mans way or Gods way. Whatever the problem God has a solution. He is the Master fixer upper. But you must learn to cooperate with God so He can bring the total restoration.

“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, says the LORD” Isaiah 55:8. I. Reevaluating-Getting man’s perspective “He that answers a matter before he hears it, it is folly and shame unto him” Proverbs 18:13. A. Premature judgments B. Overreactions C. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From Despair To Hope Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 30, 2021

Paul comes to the end of his rope, but he does not come to the end of his hope. He had no resource in himself, and all he could do was to surrender his life and future to the providence of God.

Paul Aurandt tells the story of one of the fastest rising young singers back in the early 50's. He was called the Romantic Voice Of America. Teenage girls would give anything to see him, but he never appeared anywhere. He was not even seen in photographs. He was strictly a radio voice. Soon ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:8-11

Why Worry?

Contributed by Bruce Hadley on Aug 25, 2020

Jesus tells us not to worry. However, in today's world, life seems a little more complicated than in Jesus days, and most of us don't worry about food and clothing. So, what did fully have in mind when He tells us “not worry about what we will eat or wear?

The other day, when I was out on my walk and I noticed the birds, all different kinds of birds, chirping, eating stuff off the grass, and doing what birds do. Then it came to mind; though the world is in a global pandemic, and having social uprisings, it’s not effecting the birds. I thought ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34, Luke 12:25-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

To Whom Will You Liken God? Series

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Jul 11, 2022

To whom shall the LORD be compared? Who is his equal? There really is none like him! When we really see that truth, and we accept it, then we’ll be comforted in all our trouble, our sin and brokenness.

There’s a lot of power in a good question. Because sometimes a question is so pointed that it leaves no possible answer but absolute truth—there’s no wiggle room, there can be no hesitation, just plain truth. In the Bible there’s lots of questions like this. Think of the powerful questions in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:12-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Agony Anonymous

Contributed by Dwayne Brown, Phd on Sep 26, 2022

It is a blessed privilege when we as fellow humans beings are able, in the mist of family and friends who are hurting, when we are able to put our arms around them to be a source of strength and comfort.

How blessed we are that the Lord has allowed us to make our way into His house, once again. That is why we ought to take advantage of ever opportunity we have to be a part of worship. Amen. Because there may come a day when you want to get here and not be able to. Then you won’t have to sit at home ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Baptist

Brokenness: Me, You, Jacob, And Other Cracked Pots

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Feb 15, 2023

Jacob's wrestling match with God. How God uses His activity of brokenness in our lives.

Jacob Deceiver and Dreamer Series “Brokenness: Me, You, Jacob, and Other Cracked Pots” Genesis 32 Introduction: I read the story about an old Texas Cowboy who decided to apply for an insurance policy. As he walked up to the insurance office, the agent noticed that he was walking with a limp ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Rest Interrupted

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Feb 22, 2023

Feeding of the Five Thousand

Rest Interrupted Mark 6:30-44 Good morning. I want you to think about the kind of rest you hope to get when you have nothing urgent to wake up for, the next morning. You think, tomorrow is a day with nothing planned, so you go to bed with little to dwell on, thinking you are going to get good ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

10th Sunday After Pentecost. August 6th, 2023. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 19, 2023

Year A, Proper 13.

Genesis 32:22-31, Psalm 17:1-7, Psalm 17:15, Isaiah 55:1-5, Psalm 145:8-9, Psalm 145:14-21, Romans 9:1-5, Matthew 14:13-21 A). A METAPHOR FOR PRAYER. Genesis 32:22-31. “The ford Jabbok” (Genesis 32:22) is significant, first, in that it was the border of the land of promise (cf. Numbers ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-31, Psalm 17:1-7, Psalm 17:15, Isaiah 55:1-5, Psalm 145:8-9, Psalm 145:14-21, Romans 9:1-5, Matthew 14:13-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational