Sermons on Sure Foundation:

Where Is Peace?

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Dec 7, 2014

Perhaps the most commonly misused and misapplied word in the language of man, is ‘love.’ If so, then surely the second most misused and misapplied word is, ‘peace.'

Where is Peace? Scripture: Luke 2:12-2:14 12. “This will be a sign for you: you will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” 13. And suddenly there appeared with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying, 14. “Glory to God in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:12-14

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

If I Knew Then What I Know Now

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Mar 19, 2016

If the Prodigal Son could sit down and talk with you today, I'm sure it would start with the declaration "If I Knew Then What I Know Now"...

NTRO: 1. Sometimes I look at my kids and say “You just don’t know how good you’ve got it. a. ILL. Wouldn’t it be great to step back to a time where… Decisions were made by going "eeny-meeny-miney-mo." Being old, referred to anyone over 20. Having a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Second Coming

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 7, 2018

As Jesus spoke with the disciples during the Olivet Discourse, He revealed that He would surely come again. Many deny and reject it, but the Lord will return as He said.

The Second Coming Matthew 24: 23-31 Jesus has revealed much about the events leading up to His return and the difficulties associated with the Tribulation. Our text today focuses on the time when the Tribulation will be coming to an end and the Lord makes His glorious return to earth. His second ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

"three Reasons To Praise God!"

Contributed by Grady H Moore on Feb 16, 2022

To be sure, there are so many reasons we can and should praise our Lord God. In this verse, the apostle Paul reminds us of 3 important reasons to praise to God.

To be sure, there are so many reasons we can and should praise our Lord God. In this verse, the apostle Paul reminds of 3 important reasons to praise to God. First, he tells us to…. 1. Praise God because He is the Father of JESUS. -The Bible tells ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3

The Gentle Servant Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 16, 2024

Embrace God’s Gentle Servant, depend on God’s great power, and believe in God’s sure and certain promises to find light in the midst of your darkness.

At the elementary school where Becky Barnes teaches in Arizona, they had a problem with students throwing rocks. The principal made an announcement over the intercom warning students that anyone caught throwing rocks would be taken home by him personally. Later that day, during afternoon recess, a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-9, Matthew 3:16-17, Matthew 12:15-21

Denomination: Evangelical Free

An Easter Evening, Long Ago

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Apr 6, 2024

It was on that Easter Sunday evening, long ago, that the disciples became certain of the fact that Jesus rose bodily from the dead. We need, also, to be sure of our faith as well.

An Easter Evening, Long Ago Luke 24:33–43 NKJV So they rose up that very hour and returned to Jerusalem, and found the eleven and those who were with them gathered together, saying, “The Lord is risen indeed, and has appeared to Simon!” And they told about the things that had happened on the road, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:33-43

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Renewing Your Mind

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

If knowing the will of God depends on the renewal of our mind and our total surrender to him, how can we be sure that it has taken place? Are we really living it out?

Opening illustration: Object lesson using a small cup of milk representing the world in us. We pour a large jug of water (representing the HS) in it till the cup dispenses the milk completely and has water only. Introduction: What must be Renewed? As our belief systems are formed, they can be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Everlasting New Covenant.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 8, 2024

Israel is in captivity because of their habitual disobedience. -70 years in Babylon should be a sure cure for their disobedience. What does God do? He sends a prophet named, Jeremiah.

An Everlasting New Covenant. Jeremiah 31. Israel is in captivity because of their habitual disobedience. -70 years in Babylon should be a sure cure for their disobedience. What does God do? He sends a prophet named, Jeremiah. Jeremiah states after ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The God Who Opens Rivers In Deserts

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 30, 2025

No matter the dryness, drought, or difficulty you're facing, God is able to release rivers of life into your desert. His Word is sure, and His promises are unfailing.

THE GOD WHO OPENS RIVERS IN DESERTS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 43:19-20 Supporting Texts: Exodus 17:6, Psalm 78:15-16, Isaiah 41:18, John 7:38, Revelation 22:1 INTRODUCTION: Deserts symbolise dryness, barrenness, lack, and isolation. They represent seasons of life when resources ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:19-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon # 28 - Discerning Prophecies Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Nov 21, 2024

Jonah was a prophet of God sent with a prophetic word for the people of Nineveh. In today’s context, ‘How can we discern who is a true prophet of God and who are false?’ God’s word gives us clear instructions on how to test and treat prophecies.

We read in Jonah 3:3-4, “So Jonah arose, and went unto Nineveh, according to the word of Jehovah. Now Nineveh was an exceeding great city, of three days' journey. And Jonah began to enter into the city a day's journey, and he cried, and said, Yet forty days, and Nineveh shall be ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:3-4, 2 Peter 3:9, 1 Thessalonians 5:20-21, 1 Kings 13:4, 1 Thessalonians 5:20, 1 Corinthians 14:3-4, 1 Thessalonians 5:21, Mark 10:9, 1 Corinthians 13:2, 1 John 4:8, 1 John 4:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Marital Development Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 3, 2025

Marital development is the intentional growth, nurturing, and strengthening of marriage according to God’s design, so that couples can reflect His love, unity, and purpose.

MARITAL DEVELOPMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 2:18 – “And the Lord God said, It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him an help meet for him.” Key Verse: Ephesians 5:25 – “Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christ First (Part 2)

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 20, 2025

This is a continuation of the morning sermon based upon Colossians 1:15-28. For Proper 11 After Pentecost Year C

Christ First (Part 2) Colossians 1:15–28 NKJV He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For by Him all things were created that are in heaven and that are on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers. All things were created ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

In The Beginning God Series

Contributed by Bruce Montgomery on Apr 21, 2008

The starting point for truly knowing God is through God’s self-revelation; and the foundation and starting point for learning what God has revealed about Himself is the study of Genesis

In the Beginning God GE 1:1 By Dr. R. Bruce Montgomery Why Genesis? I enjoy and have benefited from learning stories of Jesus and the apostles, studying the theological teachings of Paul and practical day-to-day instructions of James. But why GENESIS? Because it is a key to understanding ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Trinity Of Desires Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 8, 2021

This prayer is the backbone of Christian success, for it is the foundation for our confidence that God's will can be done, and it can be done by me. This is the needed balance in a world where so much is not the will of God.

There is only one of the 50 states that is named after a man, and that is the state of Washington. It was originally named after King George III of England, and called New Georgia. When America acquired it from Britain, they called it Columbia, and later changed it to Washington in honor of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:7-15

Prologue Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Jan 9, 2023

John's introduction to his Gospel beautifully and artfully lays the foundation for the rest of his book as he provides insight into the nature, work and witness of the Word - Jesus Christ!

What is a prologue? If we were to take that apart, it divides neatly into two words pro- meaning before logos - meaning word or saying So, in a very real sense, a prologue is a word that happens beforehand - a fore-word Composers, Filmmakers, and Authors alike have utilized preludes, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18, Exodus 34:6-7, Genesis 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist