Sermons on Tare:

A Pig Is Still A Pig Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Aug 23, 2003

The greatest struggle facing the church is not danger from without but rot from within. 2 Peter makes plain what a foe within looks like and where it is headed.

A Pig is Still a Pig. 2 Peter 2:1-22, part two. In the book of 2 Peter, the greatest problem the church faces is not danger from without, but rot from within. Have you ever picked up an apple and taken a big bite out of it just to discover that it is rotten or worm infested? I remember as I grew ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Value Of The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Jun 8, 2009

We examine the two paralell parables of the treasure in the field and the pearl of great price. These are two parables that Jesus uses to describe what God’s kingdom is like.

The Parables of Jesus The Value of the Kingdom Matthew 13:44-46 June 7, 2009 Here in a brief three verses Jesus gives us two parables. Although they are not identical both teach us about God’s kingdom in similar fashion. They are intended to teach us the value of God’s kingdom. These parables ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Church Of God

Creature Feature In The Throne Room

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 31, 2008

A look at the four living beasts around the throne in Heaven.

Creature Feature in the Throne Room Rev. 4 & 5 Sept. 28, 2008 FBC, Chester Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A Story B John takes us to the prophetic section of Revelation 1 I believe chapters 4-22 all foretell future events that will affect the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Date With Destiny

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Sep 9, 2012

This message is about the Judgment Seat of Christ and it's implications for believers.

“A Date with Destiny” “2 Corinthians 5:9-13” 2 Corinthians 5:9 Wherefore we labour, that, whether present or absent, we may be accepted of him. 10 For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in his body, according ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Treasuring God's Holiness Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Nov 7, 2012

Some things are so surprising they simply shock us. The early church has many such surprises and shocks, one of the biggest of which concerned the generosity of two of her members.

“Treasuring God’s Holiness” Acts 5:1-11 Some things are so surprising they just simply shock us. The team with the huge lead falls apart in the closing moments and loses. The golfer with only an easy, short birdie putt between himself and the championship, winds up with a double ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Does Jesus Know You?

Contributed by William Akehurst on Aug 6, 2007

This is a provocative message based on Matt 7:13-27 to cause us to examine ourselves before the Lord. It is a message for salvation and rededication approaching this scripture from a different angle.

DOES JESUS KNOW YOU? This is a provocative message based on Matt 7:13-27 to cause us to examine ourselves before the Lord. It is a message for salvation and rededication. * * * * * Good Morning. I was given this passage this past week and believe it timely by the LORD to bring before each one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Becoming A Heavenly Rebel

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Oct 26, 2016

We are called to be Heavenly Rebels! We are to rise up against the established institutions of secularism and to rebel against the "god of this age" (2 Cor. 4:4) and take a bold stand for Christ. Here are 3 scriptural ways how to be a heavenly rebel.

Becoming A Heavenly Rebel Introduction:  The word "Rebel" is defined as  "to rise in opposition or armed resistance to an established government or ruler." The ultimate rebellion is to rise up against the ultimate authority, which is God.  And those who do, will pay the ultimate price, which is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ's Message To Sardis Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 4, 2016

The analysis of Christ's message to Sardis as set forth in Revelation 3:1-6 teaches us that a church may be orthodox but dead.

Scripture We are currently in a series of messages titled, “Christ’s Message to the Seven Churches,” that is based on the first three chapters of the Book of Revelation. In Revelation 1 the resurrected and glorified Christ revealed himself to his Apostle John, and told him to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Christian Duty

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Mar 21, 2017

Through the devotion of three different professions, the apostle Paul teaches us the duty of a Christian is to endure hardship

The Christian Duty Introduction: One of the most tragic events during the Reagan Presidency was the Sunday morning terrorist bombing of the Marine barracks in Beirut, in which hundreds of Americans were killed or wounded as they slept. Many of us can still recall the terrible scenes as the dazed ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:2-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Answers For Assurance

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jun 5, 2016

Assurance of salvation.

"Answers for Assurance" 1 John 5:13 1 John 5:13 These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God. ILL -- The weary evangelist knocked on another door, fully ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13

Denomination: Baptist

Our Common Salvation And Contending Earnestly For The Faith - Jude 1 Verse 3 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 10, 2022

Jude was setting out the points of our common salvation, when the Holy Spirit urged on him the importance and urgency to defend that salvation. That overtook him, and he asked the readers to “contend earnestly” for the faith. He appealed to them to do that.

OUR COMMON SALVATION AND CONTENDING EARNESTLY FOR THE FAITH - Jude 1 verse 3 MESSAGES IN JUDE – MESSAGE 2 Jude 1 v 3 {{Jude 1:3 “Beloved, while I was making every effort to write you about our common salvation, I felt the necessity to write to you, appealing that you con-tend earnestly for ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:3, Titus 1:4, 2 Timothy 2:15, Philippians 2:27, Exodus 17:8-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Many Names For Satan Series

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Aug 15, 2022

There are over thirty names and terms in the Bible that are used to refer to Satan. Each reveals more information about the enemy of God.

*********** 1. Lucifer 2. Son of the morning 3. Anointed cherub Satan was an angel named Lucifer. O Lucifer, son of the morning… Isaiah 14:12 You are the anointed cherub… Ezekiel 28:14 4. Satan 5. The Devil 6. The serpent 7. The great red dragon The serpent in the garden is Satan, and the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 14:12, Ezekiel 28:14, Revelation 12:9, Revelation 20:2, Genesis 3:1, Mark 3:22-26, 2 Corinthians 4:4, Luke 11:15, Ephesians 2:2, John 8:44, Malachi 3:11, Matthew 13:38-39, 1 John 3:12, Luke 10:17-19, Acts 13:4-10, Revelation 12:10, Psalm 17:4, Revelation 13:1-10, Daniel 12:11-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Deceptive Gold Works Its Penalty – God Is Not Mocked Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 24, 2022

Sin has consequences. It always returns to hurt the sinner. A farmer set out to deceive with gold and over time, became a mental case. We must stand on the ONE solid foundation and contend earnestly for the faith that is under attack. We have a common salvation we must defend vigorously.

DECEPTIVE GOLD WORKS ITS PENALTY – GOD IS NOT MOCKED In 1960 Arnold Long, a missionary to the people of the Australian outback, wrote “The Bushman’s Guide. It contains stories of the outback and of people and was used in outreach. I did meet Arnold once. He was a remarkable man. This is one ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:13, 1 Timothy 1:9-11, 1 Timothy 1:10, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11, Jude 1:3, 2 Timothy 2:15, Philippians 2:27, Exodus 17:8-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

7 Life Lessons From Samson

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 1, 2021

This is a great message to explain Christian inconsistencies, how God can use faulty people, church problems, the danger of sin, and the importance of the Holy Spirit in the Christian's life.

7 LIFE LESSONS FROM SAMSON Judges 15-16 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Samson Jokes 1. Samson was probably the best actor in the Bible. His last performance actually brought the house down. 2. Who is the world history's worst hairdresser? Delilah. She gave Samson such a bad haircut that he never ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Taking The Red Pill To Escape Satan's Matrix: Coming To The End Of Yourself Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 1, 2022

Are you ready for the truth? Growing up in this world there was always a splinter in my mind. I was taught a particular way of life. I didn’t see anything beyond it. Life was a happy accident. Get rich. Have a family. Pay your taxes

“The Matrix is a system, Neo. That system is our enemy. But when you're inside, you look around, what do you see? Businessmen, teachers, lawyers, carpenters. The very minds of the people we are trying to save. But until we do, these people are still a part of that system and that makes them our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46, Matthew 13:47-52

Denomination: Salvation Army