Sermons on The Warning:

David And Bathsheba Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 13, 2014

This story doesn't gloss over anything. It dramatize David's humanness in an unforgettable way. It offers amazing insight into the elements that make us spiritually vulnerable. It reminds us that in accomplishing His purpose God always is forced to use fallible people

2 SAMUEL 11: 1-5 [The Life of David] DAVID AND BATHSHEBA [James 1:14-15] This section deals with one of the most familiar stories in this part of the Old Testament, with the possible exception of the story of David and Goliath. It is the story of David's disastrous affair with Bathsheba and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

God's Righteous Judgment Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 15, 2019

As Paul continues to lay out the fact that all people fall short of the glory of God and are in need of God's righteousness, he focuses on the fact that the Jews are no better off than the Gentiles.

A. One day a company inspection was taking place at the Redstone Arsenal, the U.S. Army’s guided missile school in Huntsville, Alabama. 1. The inspection was being conducted by a full colonel. 2. The inspection was going smoothly until the colonel came to a certain soldier. 3. The colonel ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-16, Hebrews 9:27-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Marks Of Maturity Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Feb 4, 2023

Yet, here are nine beautiful graces of the Spirit-controlled life - a picture of beautiful harmony, of a selfless and purposeful life. And this can be you! When the Holy Spirit controls your life, He will produce inside you these nine beautiful characteristics.

What would you like to change about yourself? And what have you done to change? Some of you have read self-help books, while others have joined a gym. Some of you are pursuing a degree, and others become religious. Today we begin a summer teaching series for those who want to change. This is a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26, Romans 8:11, 1 Peter 2:2, Colossians 3:12

Denomination: Baptist

Jonah: A Vine, A Worm, And A Scorching East Wind

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Oct 10, 2015

This is an exposition on the fourth chapter of Jonah, which teaches us patience, grace, and the value of not getting too angry with the small things in life or we may be overwhelmed when big trials come our way

Jonah and A Vine, a Worm, and a Scorching East Wind Introduction: Let me begin by telling you a story about a little girl that pretty well sums what I’m talking about here. A little girl was reading on an airplane when the man beside her noticed her storybook, entitled, "Jonah and the ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

3rd Sunday After Pentecost. June 29th, 2025. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 20, 2022

Year C, Proper 8.

2 Kings 2:1-2, 2 Kings 2:6-14, Psalm 77:1-2, Psalm 77:11-20, 1 Kings 19:15-16, 1 Kings 19:19-21, Psalm 16, Galatians 5:1, Galatians 5:13-25, Luke 9:51-62. A). THE SUCCESSION OF ELISHA. 2 Kings 2:1-2; 2 Kings 2:6-14. 1. The main theme of 2 Kings 2:1-14 is not so much the whirlwind, which is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-2, 2 Kings 2:6-14, Psalm 77:1-2, Psalm 77:11-20, 1 Kings 19:15-16, 1 Kings 19:19-21, Galatians 5:1, Galatians 5:13-25, Luke 9:51-62  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faithless Piety

Contributed by Terry Hovey on Sep 1, 2023

Jesus did graciously proclaim the truth, but He also very strongly confronted those who twisted and perverted the truth. He pulled no punches when correcting those who intentionally used the word of God toward their own ends.

Faithless Piety Luke 11:20-44 Have you noticed that there are many people who picture the Lord Jesus’ earthly ministry as one of performing good deeds and miracles, while gently teaching love and peace and being surrounded by women and children? Well, you know, that’s only part of the picture we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:20-44

Denomination: Methodist

M16: Signs In The Sky Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jun 19, 2024

Belief in Jesus is quite reasonable for He provided proof by His death, burial, and resurrection.

M16: SIGNS IN THE SKY Matthew 16:1-4 #m16sermons INTRODUCTION… childrensmn.org/educationmaterials/parents/article/7562 [adapted] Old wives' tales are perhaps as old as language itself. They are part of our oral tradition, originating long before pen and ink, and books and movies. Many times, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Return To Civility: 2 Creat No Idols Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jul 6, 2024

This message focus on the second commandment as we look at the loss of a mutual morality in today's society.

A couple of weeks ago we began our series “A Return to Civility” and I mentioned how earlier this year I had speculated on what I saw as a loss of civility in our society. We’ve come to a place where we can no longer agree to disagree, and we’ve stopped treating one another with respect, at least ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-4, Exodus 20:7-8, Exodus 20:12-18

Denomination: Wesleyan

Conflict Revolution Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 19, 2023

Message 8 in a series through James that helps us explore the relationship between faith and works in our lives. James was the half-brother of Jesus and the leader of the church in Jerusalem.

If you could use one word to describe the current state of the world around us, what would it be? Sad? Troubled? Crazy? If you chose the word Peaceful, I may use the word Drunk to describe you! I think we would all agree that the past few years have been a difficult season, and so here’s the word ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A New And Radical Kind Of Love

Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 4, 2026

How does the world know we are Christians? Is it because we preach and teach the Bible? No. Unsaved people don’t know if what we teach is biblical or not. NO! The standard that Jesus established was that we were to be known for our love for one another.

“A New and Radical Kind of Love.” John 13:18-30 From time to time, we are asked to do self-examination of our spiritual lives and assess how we think we ...read more

Scripture: John 13:18-30

Denomination: Baptist

Misusing The Law Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 5, 2013

The purpose of the Law and the danger of mishandling that same Law is discussed. The contrast of law and gospel is examined.

“We know that the law is good, if one uses it lawfully, understanding this, that the law is not laid down for the just but for the lawless and disobedient, for the ungodly and sinners, for the unholy and profane, for those who strike their fathers and mothers, for murderers, the sexually ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Handling God's Word Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 16, 2016

The message explores the familiar admonition to handle the Word of Truth rightly.

“Remind them of these things, and charge them before God not to quarrel about words, which does no good, but only ruins the hearers. Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the word of truth. But avoid irreverent ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:14-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Corinthians And The Apostle Paul Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 16, 2018

Men may have a great deal of doctrinal knowledge, yet be mere beginners in the life of faith and experience.

October 18, 2012 Commentary on First Corinthians By: Tom Lowe Lesson 2.10: The Corinthians and the Apostle Paul Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4.14-4.21 1 Cor 4.14-21 (KJV) 14 I write not these things to shame you, but as my beloved sons I warn you. 15 For though ye have ten thousand instructors ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Don’t Come Back

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 4, 2019

A study of the book of 2 Chronicles 25: 1 – 28

2 Chronicles 25: 1 – 28 Don’t Come Back 25 Amaziah was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned twenty-nine years in Jerusalem. His mother’s name was Jehoaddan of Jerusalem. 2 And he did what was right in the sight of the LORD, but not with a loyal heart. 3 Now it happened, as ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 25:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

‘how To Be A Good Elder’ Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 4, 2017

A study of the book of Acts 20: 1 – 38

Acts 20: 1 – 38 ‘How to be a good Elder’ 20 After the uproar had ceased, Paul called the disciples to himself, embraced them, and departed to go to Macedonia. 2 Now when he had gone over that region and encouraged them with many words, he came to Greece 3 and stayed three months. And when the Jews ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel