Sermons on Sworn Promises:

Minors' Lessons That Have Major Impact Vi: Joy - Learned From "who Knows" Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 16, 2019

Christians need a renewal of vows to be and do what God would have His people to be and do, for which are promised positive outcomes that bring glory to God and rejoicing by God's people.

MINORS’ LESSONS THAT HAVE MAJOR IMPACT VI: JOY – Learned from “Who Knows?” Based on Zechariah 9-14 They had been through so much. Throughout their entire history, the people of God fought for survival. It ...read more

Christmas Greeting Card Sermon Iv: Joy! Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 30, 2019

You may FEEL the human emotion of happiness, or sadness, at Christmas Time, but the Diving Blessing of the coming of God's Promised Savior is the gift that blesses your life with REAL Inner Joy.

CHRISTMAS GREETING CARD SERMON IV: JOY For some folks, Christmas is the happiest time of the year; for others, Christmas is the saddest time of the year. It all depends on how you feel about your circumstances in life. An editorial page ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-11

God At The Fall Of Humanity Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jul 31, 2014

Concerning God in the Garden: He is there, creating purpose. He is there, giving freedom He is there, seeking the disobedient He is there, allowing consequences He is there, providing/promising redemption

Last time we considered the Bible’s teaching that God created everything for a purpose. This week we see that shame is NOT something humanity was made for, but something we discovered through our disobedience to God. When we think about the Fall, we always think about it from a human ...read more

Denomination: *other

Dead And Didn't Know It (Sardis) Series

Contributed by Monte Brown on Apr 13, 2013

The series of messages on End Times for Today will take the words from Revelation chapter by chapter and reveal the blessings that are promised within these pages. Sardis was the capital of the Lydian empire and one of the greatest cities of the ancient

Introduction Sardis was the capital of the Lydian empire and one of the greatest cities of the ancient world. Located on the banks of the Pactolus River in what is southern Turkey. It was 60 miles inland from Ephesus and Smyrna. It stood at the crossroads of Asia Minor, the most prosperous, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Be Strong And Courageous

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 27, 2013

When the Hebrews reached the land of promise, Joshua is repeatedly told to "be strong and courageous." This lesson looks to ways that we can develop the strength and courage we need in trying, challenging times.

1. Feeling Overwhelmed -- Abraham Lincoln: "I have been driven many times to my knees by the overwhelming conviction that I had nowhere else to go. My own wisdom and that of those about me seemed insufficient for the day." 2. Creation -- Noah -- Abraham -- Moses -- Wilderness -- Joshua and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rewards For Serving Christ Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 7, 2015

After many stern warnings and instructions to His missionaries, to His disciple makers, Jesus closes the discourse with a promise. Those who faithfully served the Lord & who faithfully support these workers will be rewarded.

MATTHEW 10: 40-42 [THE MESSIAH REVEALED Series] REWARDS FOR SERVING CHRIST [Revelation 22: 10-17] After many stern warnings and instructions to His missionaries, to His disciple makers, Jesus closes the discourse with a simply amazing promise. Jesus had instructed His disciples to stay in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:40-42

Denomination: Baptist

Listen! God Is Speaking!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 16, 2014

If you obey God’s voice carefully and walk in His ways 100 percent, victory is yours! Learn to patiently wait and claim God’s promises, there are no short cuts!

Listen, God is speaking! Jeremiah 37:17..then Zedekiah the king sent and took him out. The king asked him secretly in his house, and said, "Is there any word from the LORD?" John 10:27”My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.” (Memorize) One boy lost a valuable ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 37:15-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Eyes Of Yahweh Are Upon You

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 28, 2015

We were wandering in the wilderness of sin, but God led us into the promised land of salvation. There is an enemy to drive out before we can take possession The enemy is indwelling sin or the old nature

The Eyes of Yahweh Are Upon You Deuteronomy 11:1-28 Key Verse “The eyes of the Lord thy God are always upon it, from the beginning of the year unto the end of the year.” Verse 12 This verse is referring to Canaan... the promised land... “ a land that God careth for.” For ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

You Could Have Heard A Pin Drop!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Sep 14, 2011

Jericho stood directly in the way, between Israel and the Promised Land. Its walls were built well and believed to be able to withstand, anything that an enemy could throw against them, or so they thought!

You Could Have Heard A Pin Drop! I want you to think back for just a moment, to what the earliest memory you had as a child, when a world event was taking place. For me, probably the first national event I ever remember, was the rocket that took off and was headed to the moon. Almost anyone you ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Deafening Blow

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Dec 5, 2015

When great men stick to their plan that is not the failure of God to act on behalf of His children against the evildoers to right the wrongs to save them as promised through His mercy and His salvation plan.

DEAFENING BLOW by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (December 5, 2015) “Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity...The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way...I have been young, and now am old; yet ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-40

Denomination: Friends

Jacob Marries Leah And Rachel Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 22, 2017

Jacob marrying Leah and Rachel in Genesis 29:1-30 teaches us that God uses even human deception to fulfill his promise that Jacob's descendants shall be as numerous as the dust of the earth.

Scripture We are currently in a series of sermons on "Isaac's Descendants." After twenty years of barrenness, God gave Isaac and Rebekah twin sons, whom they named Esau and Jacob. As a young man, Esau despised his birthright and sold it to his twin brother, Jacob. Much later, Jacob deceived his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:1-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A True Prophet Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 29, 2013

The prophet Elijah was God’s instrument to test this Gentile widow’s trust. It’s easier to be reminded of God’s promises than to act on them.

As someone who has moved 27 times in my life, I know that God decides how long we remain in place. I received orders from the Pentagon, but I regarded them as from God. Elijah was directly told when to move. We, on the other hand, do not have supernatural guidance, or access to God’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:7-24

Denomination: Congregational

It's Easter--Are You Listening?

Contributed by James Hickman on Mar 18, 2016

Jesus had give several clues that his crucifixion would not be a defeat; he would be victorious over death. Christian are sometimes prone to fear and discouragement because the fail to listen to Jesus' promises.

It’s Easter—Are You Listening? Luke 24:1-12 Hanging with the drop, the Guillotine, the electric chair, the gas chamber, and lethal injection are all, like crucifixion, means of execution. Yet, they are unlike crucifixion in on important way. Strange as it might seem to our modern ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Truth For Troubled Times (Coronavirus) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 17, 2020

In troubled and uncertian times, 1 John 5 provides us with 5 truths of which we can be certain: our promise, our prayers, our protector, our place, and our Prince!

Truth for Troubled Times Scott R. Bayles, preacher Blooming Grove Christian Church: 3/14/2020 We are living in very uncertain times. Everywhere I turn—in print, on the news, or on social media—everyone is talking about this coronavirus. Fears are rising all around the world. People who have never ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13-20

Denomination: Christian Church

Crossing The Jordan Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Mar 31, 2020

Life mostly consists of ordinary days. But, there are days and times that are epic and unforgettable! After 40 years in the desert, Israel was about to have a memorable day. They were about to arrive in the promised land!

Faith in the Wilderness Crossing the Jordan April 5, 2020 Life mostly consists of ordinary days. But, there are days and times that are epic and unforgettable! Weddings, the birth of a baby, funerals, promotions at work, moving into new home or to a new town. LSU beating Alabama! Some days are ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:2-5, Joshua 3:14-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational