Sermons on Testimonies:

Seated At The Table Of Brokenness

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 22, 2019

Is there purpose in my pain? Does God care when I hurt? By examining the life of the Apostle Paul, we can gain an eternal perspective of why God allows us to be broken by the trials of this life.

“I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven—whether in the body or out of the body I do not know, God knows. And I know that this man was caught up into paradise—whether in the body or out of the body I do not know, God knows— and he heard things that cannot be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:2-10

Denomination: Baptist

Not Like The Other

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 1, 2018

A study in the book of Deuteronomy 5: 1 – 33

Deuteronomy 5: 1 – 33 Not like the other 5 And Moses called all Israel, and said to them: “Hear, O Israel, the statutes and judgments which I speak in your hearing today, that you may learn them and be careful to observe them. 2 The LORD our God made a covenant with us in Horeb. 3 The LORD did not ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

By His Stripes-4

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 21, 2019

4 of ? The prophet Isaiah declared a future time when God’s Servant would provide the remedy for sin. Jesus is God’s remedy for sin. By His stripes I receive the Servant's...

BY HIS STRIPES-IV—Isaiah 52:13—53:1-12 OR: God’s Remedy For Sin Attention: To Brendan Johnston, it was a simple choice. The 18-year-old senior wrestler from The Classical Academy in Colorado had never competed against a girl, & faced with the option to do so & potentially move one round ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Born Again?

Contributed by Thomas Fortini on Jun 5, 2021

People are confused on what it means to be "born again." The understanding of it can literally determine whether one enters heaven or hell!

John 3 (NIV) 1 Now there was a Pharisee, a man named Nicodemus who was a member of the Jewish ruling council. 2 He came to Jesus at night and said, “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher who has come from God. For no one could perform the signs you are doing if God were not with him.” 3 Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-16

John Part 3

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Dec 4, 2025

NASB, footnotes by biblegateway.com

Jesus Is the Vine—Followers Are Branches 15 “I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. 2 Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit, He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit, He [a]prunes it so that it may bear more fruit. 3 You are already [b]clean because of the word which I ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

The Purpose Of Life

Contributed by Jedidiah Jedidiah on Aug 27, 2025

Seeking meaning in earthly pursuits leads to emptiness; they were never designed to be the source of our purpose. "Why am I here?" is fundamentally a theological question, not a worldly one. The answer can only be found by going to the source of life who created us – God.

The purpose of life The Bible repeatedly points out that humanity's natural inclination is to turn away from God's will and follow their own path. This is a central part of the biblical concept of sin. This rejection is a recurring theme throughout both the Old and New Testaments. The ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 10:23, Proverbs 14:12

Separation Anxiety - Mark 10:17-27 Supplemental Notes Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jan 16, 2024

Footnotes for the message on Mark 10:17-27

Why Perfection is Required If you want to be justified by the law, you have to keep it perfectly. But why? We read the Sermon on the Mount and find out that if you get angry you’ve committed murder, if you so much as look in order to lust you’ve committed adultery, etc. And if you hear all that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-27, Matthew 19:16-30, Luke 18:18-30

Defeating Temptation

Contributed by Gene Haraldsen on Oct 18, 2000

Defeating Temptation is one thing that Jesus told us to pray for.

True or False? Temptation can be both a curse and a blessing. We can defeat temptation successfully on a regular basis. What were your answers? There are some things in life that are a sure thing· difficulties, taxes, death and temptation. As Christians, we should expect to be tempted. Satan ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Cry Of Pardon Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Mar 2, 2006

Last words are important. The first in a seven part series that looks at the last words of Jesus on the cross.

John "Button" Salmon, was the student body president, as well as the starting quarterback for the University of Arizona football team and the catcher for the Wildcat baseball team. The day after the first game of the 1926 football season, Salmon and three friends were involved in an automobile ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Baptist

The Man Of God And The Word Of God

Contributed by C Reola on Mar 3, 2006

We are living in a post modern world, a world wherein only change is constant. THerefore, Christians should and must remain steadfast to the Unchanging Word of God in this Changing World

“THE MAN OF GOD AND THE WORD OF GOD” II Timothy 3:14-17 A pleasant morning to everyone! I have great admirations to those who where mightily used of God in His church. Among them are church fathers like- John Chrysostom, Theodore and Jerome. The list goes on with Martin Luther, Zwingli, John ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When The Cause Seems Lost

Contributed by Tim Stutler on Mar 10, 2006

What do you do when you’ve given your best to a cause that seems lost?

When the Cause Seems Lost Tim Stutler March 9, 2006 Title: When the Cause Seems Lost Text(s): II Kings 22,23 Topic: Even when we do everything we can to lead people from sin to righteousness, sometimes the cause seems lost. We can be assured that our efforts for God are never in ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Bulge In A High Wall"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Mar 13, 2006

The church in 21st century America, at least, if not around the world today, is standing under a bulge in a high wall.

9 For this is a rebellious people, false sons, sons who refuse to listen to the instruction of the LORD; 10 who say to the seers, “You must not see visions”; And to the prophets, “You must not prophesy to us what is right, speak to us pleasant words, prophesy illusions. 11 “Get out of the way, turn ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:9-13

Denomination: Orthodox

The Making Of A Hero Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 16, 2006

Daniel 1:8-21 gives us three distinguishing marks of a true hero in any age.

Scripture The movie "Cinderella Man" tells the true story of boxing legend James J. Braddock, who made an incredible comeback during the Great Depression. Injured and arthritic, Braddock’s promising career was cut short, and he had to go on public assistance when he couldn’t get work at the docks ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:8-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Importance Of Knowing History

Contributed by Paul Decker on Mar 19, 2006

We must not be set in opposition to God.

THE IMPORTANCE OF KNOWING HISTORY Acts 7.1-53 S: Church C: Purpose of the Community Th: A People with Purpose Pr: WE MUST NOT BE SET IN OPPOSITION TO GOD. We must not set ourselves in opposition to God. KW: Pleas TS: Since Stephen stands accused of blasphemy, we will find four pleas he makes in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:1-53

Denomination: Baptist

Joint Heirs

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Mar 19, 2006

We are joint heirs with Christ!

Joint-Heirs Romans 8:14-18 I. Led by the Spirit, 14 A. Misled by a Missed Step B. Misled by Mistrust II. Loved by the Father, 15, 16 A. The Adopting Father, 15 B. The Abiding Spirit, 16 III. Lifted by the Son, 17, 18 A. Our Privilege, 17 B. Our Portion, 17 C. Our Promise, 18 1. Trials are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14-18

Denomination: Baptist