Sermons on The Big Lie:

Righteous Inclusion

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 25, 2019

Some people ought to be excluded, in prison, deported, disqualified from leading a church, and quarantined in sickness. However, other people are marginalized unjustly. Let's see what Jesus taught about righteous inclusion in Luke 14:1-14.

Some people ought to be excluded, in prison, deported, disqualified from leading a church, and quarantined in sickness. However, other people are marginalized unjustly. Let’s learn how God despises unrighteous exclusion. Let's see what Jesus taught about righteous inclusion in Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Tested By Family Squabbles Lesson 13 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 22, 2017

What to do when you fuss

A. INTRODUCTION: THE PROBLEM – GENESIS 21:1-21 1. Sarah was protective of “my son” (v. 10) Isaac. 2. Abraham struck up for the son causing the problem calling him “his son” (v. 11). 3. The older brother Ishmael (age 17) was “scoffing” (v. 9, NKJV). The word means taunting which carries ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Tested Over Possessions Lesson 14 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 22, 2017

When our possessions control us

A. INTRODUCTION: POSSESSING OUR POSSESSIONS – GENESIS 21:22-34 1. Why does God give us possessions? a. To serve Him. b. To care for our needs. c. To worship or please the Father. d. For our enjoyment. e. To make life easier. 2. When our possessions control us. a. Pride. b. We get our identity ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:22-34

Denomination: Baptist

Faith For Success In Face Of Oppostion Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 24, 2017

What to do when you lose

A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 26:17-34 Why the World Opposes Us • We convict them of their sin • We work by principles • Our success embarrasses them • Christians have done dumb things • Christians have sinned (Gen. 12:10-20; 20:1-18; 26:6-16) 1. Why was Isaac in the desert? “Abimelech said . . . ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:17-34

Denomination: Baptist

Part 1: The Beginning Series

Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Nov 1, 2019

Scientists have been attempting to figure out where and how the universe started ever since Galileo came up with his telescope. Yet, we have discovered nothing.

We have been to the moon and back, we have robots of sorts on Mars and have for years. They have yet to discover any evidence of life...so what have we learned and how much have we spent doing it? Could we not have spent those monies on our homeless and poor? In our scripture, if we look real ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2, Genesis 1:3-4

Denomination: *other

Choosing To Live For Christ Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 30, 2015

Peter encourages us to live a Godly life by making every effort to be faithful to God, knowing that our reward comes from only Him. Therefore, our focus should always be on Christ and submitting to Him faithfully in all we do!

Choosing to Live for Christ 2 Peter Sermon Series, Part 1 2 Peter 1:1-11 Introduction - Well … he’s written us another letter! - Peter gives guidance and reassurance to the growing church -- Promise he stand on: the Gospel they are preaching is of Jesus Christ! -- This is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fasting To Solve A Problem Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2021

Fasting to Solve Serious Problems

A. INTRODUCTION Fasting to solve problems that are serious. These are not the everyday types of problems. These involve selling a house, hiring an important person, obtaining money, etc. “Is not this the fast that I have chosen . . . to undo the heavy burdens” (Isa. 58:6). 1. Everyone has ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:6

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus - The Saviour

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Mar 6, 2023

This was used in a series, but can stand alone, looking at people's understanding - then and now of Jesus. With reference to serving, authority, and kingship

WRONG IDEA OF KINGSHIP (37) It was apparent to many that Jesus was the Messiah. Some tried to ignore that, or push the idea to one side, because He didn’t fit into the image that they had of the Messiah. Indeed, we know that some of the famous passages in the Old |Testament about this Messiah spoke ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Second Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year B-- Pointing Out The Lamb Of God

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 15, 2023

The suggested response for how to process that and thank him is simply to be his friend.

In all the artwork that portrays our Gospel scene today, the artists show John the Baptist pointing at Jesus, often with his whole arm extended, saying, "Behold, the Lamb of God." The only people who are allowed to point at others, and even yell, are Drill Sergeants! John was not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:3-19, John 1:35-42

Denomination: Catholic

Be Prepared Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 3, 2024

Finish well!

A. GETTING READY FOR A BIG TASK “And Joshua commanded the leaders of Israel, ‘Go tell the people prepare food and get everything else ready because in three days we will cross the Jordan River and take possession of the land God has given to us’” (Joshua 1:10-11, ELT). 1. Secure allegiance of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

How To Preach To Who Are Addicted To Gambling And Online Gambling So That They Repent Immediately!

Contributed by Saumiman Saud on Jun 26, 2025

Gambling is a game where players bet to choose one option among several options, and only one option is correct and becomes the winner. The losing players give their bets to the winner.

Preach to those who are addicted to gambling and online gambling so that they repent immediately! What is gambling? Gambling is a game where players bet to choose one option among several options, and only one option is correct and becomes the winner. The losing players give their bets to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Prepared Lesson 3

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 31, 2025

Lead by vision. The first law of leadership is, “When followers buy into your vision, they buy into your leadership.” “We will crossover.”

A. GETTING READY FOR A BIG TASK “And Joshua commanded the leaders of Israel, ‘Go tell the people prepare food and get everything else ready because in three days we will cross the Jordan River and take possession of the land God has given to us’” (Joshua 1:10-11, ELT). 1. Secure allegiance of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Psalm 63 — My Soul Thirsts For You! Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Oct 8, 2025

Simple verse-by-verse Bible Study on Psalm 63.

Psalm 63 — “My Soul Thirsts for You” A 45-Minute Bible Study 1. Introduction (5 minutes) Opening question: When have you felt spiritually dry or distant from God—and what did you do with that thirst? Theme: Psalm 63 is a wilderness psalm—a prayer of desire for God that arises out of ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Elijah - To Give Directions Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 7, 2025

Our vision may discourage us, God’s vision encourages us.

All Scripture quoted in this lesson is from The Bible by Jesus unless otherwise noted. A. INTRODUCTION: A DISCOURAGED ELIJAH NEEDS DIRECTION: 1 KINGS 19:1-16 1. Encouragement the greatest day in Elijah’s ministry, i.e., fire from heaven on Mt. Carmel, 450 Baal prophets killed, God breaks 3 ½ ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Shepherd: If --- Then

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 27, 2023

Faith does not always remove problems. You must not quit. Let us break down Psalm 23 and study the hidden lessons.

THE GOOD SHEPHERD… IF --- THEN? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) I have a shepherd’s rod, staff … I use in this lesson. (If needed you could use a broom stick.) FAITH MAY NOT ALWAYS TAKE YOUR PROBLEMS AWAY… FAITH CAN KEEP YOU THROUGH YOUR PROBLEMS. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6, John 10:27, John 10:11-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God