Sermons on Temptation Pride:

Us Isn't Them Series

Contributed by Steven Chapman on May 7, 2007

Paul describes the transformation that happens when a person moves from a life lived in darkness to a life illuminated by Christ. That transformation happens as we, as Christians, take three determined steps that define the difference between ourselves an

Us Isn’t Them! Moving From Darkness To Light Ephesians 4:17-32 All you have to do is spend a little bit of time listening to many Christians talk before you observe from their conversations an attitude of “Us isn’t them!” … an attitude that marks the boundaries between Christian territory and the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Count It All As Loss Series

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Jun 27, 2009

Philippians 3:1-11. Christ’s righteousness on our behalf is the only hope for the salvation of anyone.

AGAIN I SAY REJOICE COUNT IT ALL AS LOSS PHILIPPIANS 3:1-11 INTRODUCTION - Most of you have probably never heard of the man named Edward Mote. Mote was born in January of 1797 in London, England. His family was poor and not at all religious. In fact, Mote is quoted as saying as an adult “My ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

You Shall Not Steal Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Aug 23, 2009

Focuses on how Christians steal from God, withholding glory that is due Him and tithes that are due Him.

Do not Steal Exodus 20:15 - "You shall not steal. Why people steal We steal because we don’t trust God to provide for us Ways Christians steal We steal from God by withholding what is due Him We steal Glory that is due God We steal Tithes that are due God Trusting God to Provide God honors ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Biblical Perspective On Wealth Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 11, 2018

6th in a sermons series on James dealing with the priority of eternal wisdom.

“A Biblical Perspective on Wealth” I. Faith’s response to trials 1:2-18 A. Life Instruction #1 with Insight 1. Instruction: Consider it all joy when encountering trials 2. Divine Insight – Knowing testing produces endurance B. Life instruction #2 with insights ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

2 Corinthians Series: Paul Was An Ugly Duck Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Oct 7, 2025

Our identity and worth must come from God and no other source.

2 CORINTHIANS SERIES Paul was an Ugly Duck 2 CORINTHIANS 10:1-18 2corandmore PERSON FROM CONGREGATION READS 2 CORINTHIANS 10:1-18 I, Paul, myself entreat you, by the meekness and gentleness of Christ—I who am humble when face to face with you, but bold toward you when I am away!— 2 I beg of you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Truth Behind The Scene Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 7, 2016

A study of the book of Job chapter 1 verses 1 through 22

Job 1: 1 – 22 The Truth Behind The Scene 1 There was a man in the land of Uz, whose name was Job; and that man was blameless and upright, and one who feared God and shunned evil. 2 And seven sons and three daughters were born to him. 3 Also, his possessions were seven thousand sheep, three ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-22

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Identity Before God’s Eyes – Gender Transitions

Contributed by Jedidiah Jedidiah on Aug 14, 2025

1 Corinthians 6:9 speaks to practicing homosexuality with unfavorable and undesirable consequence: “Do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived. Neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor homosexuals, nor sodomites.”

Identity Before God’s Eyes – Gender Transitions Everything in this world including the universe, all things on earth and in the entire universe are created by God. It is very clear in the Bible that God created everything in existence – the heavens, the earth, and all that is in them: Genesis 1:1 ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:8

The Purpose Of Testing Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Aug 27, 2007

As Christians today, we have to endure testing. But God doesn’t only call us to endure it, He calls us to have joy in it. He calls us to have joy in it because there is a purpose behind it.

1. Testing produces patience (3) 2. Testing produces perfection (4) 3. Testing wants wisdom (5) 4. Testing finds faith (6-8) JAMES 1:2 It’s back to school time, isn’t it? Teachers are excited. Parents are excited. Kids are excited. You can just feel the excitement in the air, can’t you? Well, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

"A Better Understanding" Series

Contributed by Rob Petersen on Jul 1, 2009

God’s Word exposes us for who we are; but we have an advocate in Jesus who understands us and offers us empowering grace.

DOMINANT THOUGHT: God’s Word exposes us for who we are; but we have an advocate in Jesus who understands us and offers us empowering grace. PURPOSE: - Head: The people will understand that God’s Word gives us a better understanding of who we are. - Head: The people will understand that Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Imitation Is The Sincerest Form Of Flattery Series

Contributed by Neil Olcott on Sep 10, 2009

Paul continues on contrasting the life of an unbeliever over against a Christ follower. The point is there should be a difference! We are not to mimic those who are far from God, but rather, we should imitate God.

Eph. 5:1-20 Imitation is called the sincerest form of flattery! But we sometimes need to be careful who we are imitating! A new missionary recruit went to Venezuela for the first time. He was struggling with the language and didn’t understand a whole lot of what was going on. Intending to visit ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Satan

Contributed by Fran Van Hoven on Aug 19, 2007

You see Satan is real, with great intellect. He is subtle and slick. Do not underestimate him or his cause.

Ezekiel 28 : 12 … ’This is what the Sovereign Lord says: "’You were the model of perfection, full of wisdom and perfect in beauty. 13 You were in Eden, the garden of God; every precious stone adorned you: ruby, topaz and emerald, chrysolite, onyx and jasper, sapphire, turquoise and beryl. Your ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 28:12-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Believers Glorify God's Name

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 19, 2006

End Time 2(C) / Last Judgment - Believers glorify God’s name by being thankful for God’s grace and by always praying for others.

BELIEVERS GLORIFY GOD’S NAME November 12, 2006 - END TIME 2 / LAST JUDGMENT - 2 Thessalonians 1:1-5,11,12 * * * * * * * * * Dearest Fellow-Redeemed and Saints in the Lord: We are almost half way through November, believe it or not. To many people November ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Hell's Biggest Party

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Feb 10, 2005

A sermon on Hell, it’s inhabitants, and why we must make it to Heaven.

Hell’s Biggest Party Isaiah 14:9 – “Hell from beneath is moved for thee to meet thee at thy coming: it stirreth up the dead for thee, even all the chief ones of the earth; it hath raised up from their thrones all the kings of the nations.” l. INTRODUCTION -- WHAT AMERICA THINKS ABOUT ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 14:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Discerning & Discovering Spiritual Blessings Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jul 5, 2011

In chapter 2, a father encourages his son to search diligently for this rare jewel because wisdom is not usually discovered by the casual observer. Wisdom is discovered and enjoyed only by those who are diligent, devoted, and determined to seek it.

PROVERBS 2:1-8 DISCERNING AND DISCOVERING SPIRITUAL BLESSINGS When Betty Goldstein of Staten Island, New York, entered the hospital, her husband Ron wrapped her 3.5-carat diamond ring in a napkin for safekeeping. But in a forgetful moment, the 63-year-old Goldstein threw the napkin in the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Shepherd Takes Care Of Sheep

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Apr 25, 2012

Encouragement to confirmands to stay faithful and focused on the Good Shepherd.

April 29, 2012 John 10:11-18 “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. The hired hand is not the shepherd who owns the sheep. So when he sees the wolf coming, he abandons the sheep and runs away. Then the wolf attacks the flock and scatters it. The ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: Lutheran