Sermons on The Guardian:

Guarding The Good Deposit Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 25, 2015

The message explores what Paul meant when he urged Timothy to guard the good deposit. Preachers are point men in the battle to stand firm against error, but the congregation must join them in this task.

“By the Holy Spirit who dwells within us, guard the good deposit entrusted to you.” [1] Servants of Christ demonstrate a dynamic interplay of divine sovereignty and human responsibility in the exercise of the ministry God has assigned each one. One writer, citing an old maxim of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

"christian Truckers In A Changing World"

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Mar 22, 2023

Christian truckers are at the forefront of an ever-changing world. Navigating through these challenges can be tricky, but it's a task they're willing to take. In this article, we shed light on the obstacles faced by truckers and highlight their unwavering determination to overcome them.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Psalm 126:6) “He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him.” (Proverbs 11:30) “The fruit of the righteous is a tree of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:6, Proverbs 11:30, Daniel 12:3, Luke 14:23, Luke 15:10, Luke 19:10, John 4:35-36, John 14:15, Ezekiel 3:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Sound Of Cherub Wings Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 8, 2017

Ezekiel says the sound of Cherub wings was like the voice of the Almighty. Do you know the role Cherubim played in Scripture? And do you know the message they ultimately protected for God?

During the offering time we played this version of “Ezekiel Saw De Wheel” by The “Vocal Union Quartet” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ceDdAeKIo4E) OPEN: How many of you have ever heard that song before? It was written back in the 1940s by a popular folk singer named Woody Guthrie and has been ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 10:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Study On Angels

Contributed by W. Alderman on Sep 24, 2007

THIS IS A STUDY ON THE DOCTRINE OF ANGELS

A STUDY ON ANGELS Text: Hebrews 2:5-9 5 For unto the angels hath he not put in subjection the world to come, whereof we speak. 6 But one in a certain place testified, saying, What is man, that thou art mindful of him? or the son of man, that thou visitest him? 7 Thou madest him ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:5-9

Denomination: Baptist

What We Were, What We Are

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 2, 2007

The transformation of life that attends salvation.

“But now the righteousness of God has been manifested apart from the law, although the Law and the Prophets bear witness to it—the righteousness of God through faith in Jesus Christ for all who believe. For there is no distinction: for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-31

Denomination: Baptist

To Boast Or Not To Boast?

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 2, 2003

The Christian is to go around boasting about the goodness and the blessing of the Lord in his or her life. But the Christian is to never go around boasting about their good works or there personal accomplishments. We are to give credit to the Lord for wor

To Boast or not to Boast? Thesis: The Christian is to go around boasting about the goodness and the blessing of the Lord in his or her life. But the Christian is to never go around boasting about their good works or there personal accomplishments. We are to give credit to the Lord for working the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:2, Psalm 52:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Feasting With The Pharisees - An Examination Of Luke 14:1-24

Contributed by Clay Gentry on Aug 21, 2013

Jesus ate with all kinds of sinners, including the Pharisees. One such occasion is recorded in Luke 14:1-14. In this lesson we'll examine the disastrous dinner with a focus of learning who will sit around the Lord's table.

The meal table is the main social center of the home. Think of some of your warmest memories and many of them will be associated with meal-time. In our text, the entire passage is centered around and on a meal table. The great question discussed was who will sit around God’s table in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-24

Denomination: *other

Paradise Lost

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 18, 2015

After looking at God’s original blessing of creation, this message explores the impact of the fall of humanity from relationship with God and God’s solution in Christ Jesus, to the problem.

Paradise Lost - January 18, 2015 - Sermon on Genesis Chapter 3 Yesterday I walked into a Pharma Plus store near my home to get some meds. As I walked up to the register I noticed a display with Cold Effects, an immune-system booster, on sale. Usually $27.99. now $12.99 with a coupon. They ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Story Of Redemption Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jun 28, 2018

The Story chapter 9 is not only about Ruth and Naomi - it's a picture of redemption.

A Story Of Redemption (The Faith Of A Foreign Woman) The Story – Chapter nine OKAY… SO MGCC – are you ready to dig into some God-breathed, living and active, sharper than a double edged sword words from the Creator of The Universe. Awesome! Me too… TODAY – we continue in our journey through ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Slaves Vs. Sons Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 5, 2019

Paul told the Ephesian believers that God has “predestined us to adoption as sons by Jesus Christ to Himself, according to the good pleasure of His will” (Eph. 1.5).

November 6, 2013 The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Galatians Tom Lowe Chapter III.B.2.b Slaves Vs. Sons (4.1-7) Galatians 4:1-7 (KJV) 1 Now I say, That the heir, as long as he is a child, differeth nothing from a servant, though he be lord of all; 2 But is under tutors and governors ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Rise Of The Antichrist (Parts 1 & 2) Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Aug 17, 2022

True believers will know the difference between the real gospel and an imposter. It is all rooted in biblical literacy.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org View These Messages at: Part 1: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/episodes/145299 Part 2: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/episodes/149278 1 And I saw a beast rising out of the sea, with ten horns and seven ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:1-10, Daniel 7:2-7

Denomination: Brethren

The Rich Man And Lazarus (2 Parts) Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Apr 11, 2024

the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus

Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org The reality of Hell is something that most people, especially carnal people, do not want to contend with. It is interesting that many people believe in the existence of heaven, but dismiss the existence of hell. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Brethren

My Father's God: A Godly Man As A Patriarch

Contributed by Stephen Gibney on Aug 13, 2002

Fathers are in Covenant with God

My Father’s God: A Godly Man as a Patriarch Exodus 15:2; Hebrews 11:23 Some of us did not have godly fathers but we are a new generation with God’s call to holiness! We are to have an authority that is heavenly. We are men who are pressing our way forward to God’s higher call, "forgetting those ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:2, Hebrews 11:23

Denomination: Apostolic

The Revelation Of Jesus Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Dan Campbell on Feb 3, 2003

What does Jesus look like?

THE REVELATION OF JESUS (B) Revelation 1: 9-20 What does Jesus look like? Helen Howarth Lemmel (1864-1961) was born in Great Britain to a Methodist pastor who moved his family to the United States when Helen was a child. She went on to become a famous Christian singer and composer, and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Mamma Told Me Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 10, 2004

What role does a mother play in shaping the character and future of her children?

OPEN: Steve Pollard said his mother was very influential in his life… he said: My mother taught me RELIGION: "You better pray that will come of the carpet." My mother taught me LOGIC: "Because I said so, that’s why." My mother taught me CONTORTIONISM: "Will you look at the dirt on the back of your ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ