Sermons on Surpassing Glory:

When You Feel Abandoned

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Sep 26, 2024

Emotional abandonment is a powerful feeling. It makes us feel like we are unwanted, forgotten, left out, and ignored. We often feel this way when we feel that we are cut off from God or unnecessary to God. What does God call me to do when I feel distant and and abandoned by Him?

One of the greatest rescue stories in history occurred in 2010; 33 miners were trapped underground in a copper mine in Chile when suddenly the shaft collapsed and they were buried alive deep in the earth. They were under 770, 000 pounds of rock. They were frightened, hopeless, and awaited their ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Covenant Community Communicates Clearly Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 30, 2024

As James closes his letter to exiles, he concludes with instructions on three different topics - communication (oaths), prayer, and care. This sermon looks at the first of those in the context of a covenant community.

In the run up to the 1988 Presidential Election, Vice President George H.W. Bush famously said “Read my lips: no new taxes.” He was running on a platform of consistency. He sought to take the policies and success of the Reagan years into a new term. He, in essence, swore an oath, made a promise ...read more

Scripture: James 5:12, Romans 12:5, Ephesians 4:25, Matthew 5:34-37, Matthew 23:16-22, Matthew 19:22, Zechariah 8:14-17, Psalm 32:3-4, 1 John 1:9, Romans 10:9-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

David’s Anger Against The Wicked

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Oct 1, 2024

David speaks about the evil of Doeg and the blessings of the righteous

David’s Anger Against the Wicked Psalm 52, 1 Samuel 22:8-19 Good morning, The LORD has many characteristics that never change. The LORD is just, holy, righteous, and true; however, the LORD is also loving, merciful, and kind. The LORD is so merciful to His children, that He even takes moments of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:8-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Elijah—a Time To Flee, To Learn, And To Return Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Oct 4, 2024

Suppose you had run for your life but received word to go back to where this took place again! This happened to Elijah after he received a death threat from Jezebel, wife of King Ahab of Northern Israel!

Introduction: Sometimes after a positive experience, something awful comes along. These could be trials; they could be threats; they could be any number of things but one thing is for sure: the one who is going through it, probably wishes “I don’t want to go through this!” Elijah had a set of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

United In Christ Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Oct 7, 2024

Unity is not based on cultural, social, or political similarities but rather on our shared identity in Jesus—sinners saved by grace. We are called to elevate Jesus above our differences and work together as one body, reflecting God's love and bringing hope to a divided world.

### **Introduction** Video Ill.: May We Be One — Floodgate Productions David wrote in Psalm 133: 1 How good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in unity! 2 It is like precious oil poured on the head, running down on the beard, running down on Aaron’s beard, down upon the ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-23, Ephesians 2:11-22, 1 Corinthians 12:12-14, 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon: Suggestions From The Life Of Shamgar

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 10, 2024

In the midst of Chaos, the Lord raised up the judges and used them to save his people. In the days of the great distress in the nation and the church, there shall be some whom God will find or make fit to help.

Sermon: Suggestions From The Life of Shamgar Text: Judges 3:31 And after him was Shamgar the son of Anath, which slew of the Philistines six hundred men with an ox goad: and he also delivered Israel. Introduction: God used Judges to fill the leadership void after the death of Joshua. The first ...read more

Scripture: Judges 3:31, Ephesians 6:11-13, 1 Corinthians 3:6-8

Denomination: Methodist

Love: The Eternal Constant Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Oct 14, 2024

The gifts of the Holy Spirit are only until "that which is perfect has come" (1 Cor. 13:10). When will that perfection come? When will the supernatural gifts of the Holy Spirit cease?

Intro Our text is found in 1 Corinthians 13. In verses 1-3, Paul writes: “Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I have become sounding brass or a clanging cymbal. 2 And though I have the gift of prophecy, and understand all mysteries and all knowledge, and though ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Ephesians 1:13-14, Ephesians 2:21, 1 Corinthians 15:11, 1 Corinthians 12:1-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

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

Baptism And Politics

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 19, 2024

A look at Romans 6 and how it pertains to politics

Christian Unity in Politics Romans 6:1-8 October 20, 2024 We’re a mere 16 days away from the most important election in the history of the world. You’ve probably heard that before. Most likely it was 4 years ago. And it was 4 years before that. I believe every election is important. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Giving To God: A Revival Is Waiting  

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Oct 20, 2024

We often pray and desire for revival to happen. But are we going about it in the right way? Do we know what is holding it back? Is there something practical that God says we’re not doing? There is something that God specifically points to saying, “Return to Me, and I will return to you.”

Giving to God: A Revival is Waiting   Malachi 3:6-12 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y7QXpLPck7A Now, some of you are thinking, “That’s an ambitious title,” and some, well in fact, most would say that it’s definitely a stretch. However, the question that’s ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-12, Matthew 23:23, Proverbs 3:9-10, Joel 2:13-14, Haggai 1:5-6, 2 Corinthians 9:7, Romans 12:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Elijah’s Words To Ahab's Son Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Oct 24, 2024

Ahaziah became king of Israel after Ahab died. He was injured when he fell through a lattice but sought guidance from Baal-zebub, god of the Philistine city, Ekron! But Elijah the prophet had a message for Ahaziah.

Introduction: After the death of Ahab, king of the northern tribes of Israel, his son Ahaziah became king. This new king also had a near-death experience after he fell through a lattice (networked wooden strips) of a window! This king sent messengers to a Philistine city, Ekron, about 40 or so ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Fatherhood Series

Contributed by Apostle Dr. Ruben L. Broadnax Jr. on Oct 25, 2024

"This sermon explores the importance of spiritual fatherhood in the Kingdom, emphasizing the impact of a father’s guidance on spiritual and financial well-being. It highlights the biblical foundation for spiritual fatherhood and its connection to aligning with God’s financial principles."

Introduction In the spiritual journey, God’s design for His people is not to walk in isolation, but to thrive in the context of family—a spiritual family where guidance, mentorship, and accountability are not just beneficial but essential for growth. The concept of spiritual fatherhood is central ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:15

Denomination: Other

Jesus Still Turns Things Around Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 25, 2024

Acts 9:31-43 shows us how Jesus still turns things around.

Introduction Edmund P. Clowney was the first president of Westminster Theological Seminary from 1966 until he retired in 1984. Many years ago, Dr. Clowney wrote: “Never before has the world been so desperately asking for answers to crucial questions, and never before has the world been so ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:31-43

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Take Sin Seriously Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Oct 27, 2024

Next in Series in James. Addresses the importance of taking sin seriously.

James 2:10-13 Take Sin Seriously - Read James 2:10-13 This is a very difficult passage, a very hard-hitting passage. Some hard-hitting verses. There in verse 10, “For whoever keeps the entire law and yet stumbles at one point is guilty of breaking it all.” What in the world does that mean? ...read more

Scripture: James 2:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Sixth Sign Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 21, 2023

The sixth sign in John 9:1-41 teaches us that Jesus is the light of the world who gives sight to the spiritually blind.

Introduction The Apostle John wrote The Gospel According to John. Jesus had done thousands of miracles. John selected just seven of these miracles, which he called “signs,” to help his readers “believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing [they] may have life in his ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed