Sermons on Take Up His Cross Daily:

A Christian Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 13, 2020

This is the 25th sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Series: Action [#25] A CHRISTIAN? Acts 11:19-30 Introduction: The Church had stayed in and near Jerusalem until Stephen was killed and persecution broke out. Although these Christians were living in new towns and meeting new people, they continued to be effective in leading people to Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

We Need A Visit

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Nov 30, 2020

The folks in our text needed a visit from God and so do we.

“We need a Visit” Isaiah 64:1-9 1. We would love to visit this Advent Season but we are stuck • We are stuck at home as a result of orders from the governors or mayors of cities • No restaurants. No church. No sporting activities. No nothing. No Gatherings • We can’t touch, hug, laugh or even cry ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

Stop Date Setting

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 8, 2019

If God did not tell Jesus, He is definitely not telling anyone else.

On this day in 2012, the Rapture or the end of the world was to happen. Seven years later the Rapture was to happen on December 8th according to a chart I saw. Now others believe the Rapture is imminent. The 1st Century Christians thought He would come back in their lifetime. Every generation ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:32-37, 2 Peter 3:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Reflection C.2 / Does God Have A Purpose In Coronavirus? End Times Will Be Tough

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on May 23, 2020

Jesus' disciples asked a question about 'End Times'. But before answering, Jesus warns them that 'End Times' will be tough.

We want to know if God could be behind coronavirus. Could it be connected to God’s judgement or to ‘End Times’? To answer that we want to know what judgement from God looks like and what ‘End Times’ will be like. We started in the Old Testament and we’ve now moved on to the New Testament – ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Reflection B.10 / Does God Have A Purpose In Coronavirus? Jeremiah 16:10-11, Forsaking God, Going After Idols

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on May 11, 2020

Why did God judge the Israelites? Forsaking him, following idols

In 2008 we went to China to watch the Olympics. Our two children were 10 and 8 and it really was a once-in-a-lifetime family holiday. When we first visited the main stadium – the ‘Bird’s Nest’ – I remember thinking, ‘It’s like a temple!’ At the Olympics, the flame, the oath, the hymn, the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 16:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Prayer: Overcoming Satan's Plans

Contributed by Mark Sparks on Jan 23, 2024

In this sermon we'll look into the Word of God, not merely as a historical document but as a living invitation to a dynamic conversation with our Creator. As we unravel the mysteries of Ephesians 6:13-18, we'll understand tools He provides for our spiritual battles.

Introduction: Good [morning/afternoon/evening], brothers and sisters in Christ. I am [Your Name], and for the past few years, I've had the honor of walking alongside you on this incredible journey of faith. Today, let's look into a topic that resonates deeply with our shared experiences - ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:13-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Dangerous Times (2 Timothy 3)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 12, 2024

Are we in dangerous times to be a Christian? Let's discuss this in 2 Timothy 3.

Will perilous times come in the last days? Should we avoid certain people? Did Paul suffer for preaching the truth? Do some ministers today suffer because they faithfully preach truth? Would they believe that all scripture is God-breathed? Let’s find out in 2 Timothy 3. Are we in dangerous times? ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Part 2: We Could Not Drive Them Out. Series

Contributed by Marlou Javier on Jul 14, 2021

What should we do to have complete victory and not defeat?

What should we do to have complete victory and not defeat? 1. Consult God about how the work is to be done. Vv. 1-2 A. Explanation: In verses 1-2, the Israelites asked the Lord who would be the first to attack the Canaanites. Here it is shown that in all we do, first is to consult God. In verse ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Never Knew You

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 1, 2022

In Christianity, it isn’t as much about “what you do” as it is “who you know.”

I Never Knew You May 29, 2022 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: In Christianity, it isn’t as much about “what you do” as it is “who you know.” Focus Passage: Matthew 7:21-23 Introduction: I was traveling in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, with a fellow ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

Church Life: Much Prayer, Much Power! No Prayer, No Power! Series

Contributed by Jay Baines on Mar 18, 2022

This sermon is the third sermon in a series entitled, "Church Life".

Church Life: Much Prayer, Much Power! No Prayer, No Power! 1 Timothy 2:1-8 Introduction: George MacDonald and Alan Redpath on the Importance of Depending Upon God George MacDonald, "In whatever man does without God, he must fail miserably, or succeed more miserably." Any seemingly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Use The Faith That You Have!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 12, 2024

God gives every believer a measure of faith. Little faith can do great things.

USE THE FAITH THAT YOU HAVE! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube Wade Hughes) Faith is mentioned over 336 times in the KJV, 458 in the NIV. FAITH DOES NOT MAKE LIFE EASY. FAITH MAKES LIFE POSSIBLE. WITHOUT FAITH ONE CAN NEVER PLEASE GOD… Hebrews 11:6 But without faith it ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6, Luke 17:6, 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What If

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 16, 2024

What if we really sought God's will and not ours?

What If Mark 3:24 And if a kingdom be divided against itself, that kingdom cannot stand. 25 And if a house be divided against itself, that house cannot stand. 1 Corinthians 12:12 For as the body is one, and hath many members, and all the members of that one body, being many, are one body: so also ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:24-25, 1 Corinthians 12:12

Denomination: Baptist

Let The Spirit Win Souls

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 22, 2024

You need to know your audience, but don't rush the Spirit. We have enough inoculated tares already.

Titus 1:12 One of themselves, even a prophet of their own, said, The Cretians are alway liars, evil beasts, slow bellies. 13 This witness is true. Wherefore rebuke them sharply, that they may be sound in the faith; KJV Sometimes you have to appeal to a person they respect and use what that person ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:15, Titus 1:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Fifty Benefits Derived From Praising God

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 16, 2006

Praise helps us complete God’s primary purpose for creating us. Eph. 1:3 Praise helps us understand our own identity, privileges, and responsibilities.

Fifty Benefits Derived from Praising God by Paul Fritz Ephesians 1:3-1:15 Fifty Benefits Derived from Praising God (Eph. 1:3-15) 1. Praise helps us honor, worship and give maximum glory to the only one who deserves it. Eph.1:1 2. Praise helps us complete God’s primary purpose for creating us. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Unbelievable Surprise

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Dec 13, 2011

I. Unspeakable In Its Freeness II. Unspeakable In Its Worth III. Unspeakable In Its Satisfaction

Denise the Menace rushes into the room with his mother standing with her mouth open. And he says holding a big box in his hand we better tell Santa Claus to forget about the train set I asked for. I just found one on the top shelf in dad’s closet. - Sermon Spice “Christmas ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Baptist