Sermons on This Too Shall Pass:

For This Reason, He Was Born

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Dec 25, 2017

Jesus was born for a specific reason and both good and bad things happened to enable the reason to come to pass for God's glory to be made manifest.

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: FOR THIS REASON, HE WAS BORN John 11:49-53King James Version (KJV) 49 And one of them, named Caiaphas, being the high priest that same year, said unto them, Ye know nothing at all, 50 Nor consider that it is expedient for us, that one man should ...read more

Scripture: John 11:49-53

Denomination: Charismatic

When Death Has Taken My Loved One

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 11, 2010

Though unnatural, death comes to all. How shall we respond to death? We explore this neglected subject by looking at an incident in the ministry of Ezekiel.

“The word of the LORD came to me: ‘Son of man, behold, I am about to take the delight of your eyes away from you at a stroke; yet you shall not mourn or weep, nor shall your tears run down. Sigh, but not aloud; make no mourning for the dead. Bind on your turban, and put your shoes on your feet; ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 24:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

Can I Lose My Salvation? Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Dec 18, 2015

Jesus gives us eternal life, and we shall never perish. Sounds plain. But what about those Hebrews verses...

Can I lose my salvation? My, the conversations this has stirred up among us through the years. It’s obviously not as clear as one would like it to be. Again we hang on God’s every word, and lean not to our own understanding or interpretation or favorite theologian or author. There are ...read more

Scripture: John 10:28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Peace Of God

Contributed by Bob Johnston on Jul 2, 2005

Sometimes in the struggles of life even we Christians… Who trust and believe… in Jesus Christ… Forget about… the Peace of God that passes all understanding!!

THE PEACE OF GOD INTRODUCTION Sometimes in the struggles of life even we Christians… Who trust and believe… in Jesus Christ… Forget about… the Peace of God that passes all understanding!! In the struggles and heartaches of life it is so easy to get burdened down… To fret and to worry… and to ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27

Denomination: Church Of God

A Psalm Of Confidence In The Lord

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 24, 2016

I keep the LORD always before me; because He is at my right hand, I shall not be moved (Psalm 16:8).

A PSALM OF CONFIDENCE IN THE LORD. Psalm 16:1-11. To say, ‘I am hoping that I am hoping’ is to make hope itself the object of our hope. To say, ‘I don’t know if I have enough faith to believe that’ is to make the power to believe the basis of our faith. The Psalmist David is of another mind. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Forbidden Tree Of The Knowledge Of Good And Evil.

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Jan 8, 2014

“And the LORD God commanded the man, saying, ‘Of every tree of the garden you may freely eat; but of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil you shall not eat, for in the day that you eat of it you shall surely die” (Genesis 2:16-17).

Choosing between life and death “And the LORD God commanded the man, saying, ‘Of every tree of the garden you may freely eat; but of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil you shall not eat, for in the day that you eat of it you shall surely die” (Genesis 2:16-17). It is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Remaning Teachable In Christian Life

Contributed by Lay Man on May 29, 2015

For now we see only a reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known. - 1 Corinthians 13:12 Being teachable is something that is a fruit of humility and meekness in our ...

For now we see only a reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known. - 1 Corinthians 13:12 Being teachable is something that is a fruit of humility and meekness in our Christian walks. It is very easy at times to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Family Is Divine In Origin. Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on May 2, 2013

For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh’? So they are no longer two, but one flesh. What therefore God has joined together let no man separate.” (Matthew 19:1-6).

The Bible teaches that the institution of family is of divine origin and purpose. It also provides guidelines for good relations within the family. A commitment to the divine principles provides today’s best hope for the recovery of family life. Marriage is a divine institution, ordained and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is The Gospel Pc?

Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 26, 2021

Too often we make the gospel into something it is not because we are uncon=mfortable with others' reactions.

1. A preacher was once approached by a troubled church member who wanted to air his concerns about the direction the church was going. When it was the preacher’s turn to speak he began quoting scripture the member replied, "If you’re going to start using the Bible we’re done talking. You study ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16-42, 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, 2 Corinthians 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hosea - God's Redeeming Love (8:1-10:15) Part 3 Of 4 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Oct 26, 2009

we shall continue our survey of Hosea by noticing God’s warning of punishment that is to befall Israel, chapters 8-10..

"STUDIES IN THE MINOR PROPHETS" Hosea - God’s Redeeming Love (8:1-10:15) INTRODUCTION 1. Thus far in our survey of the book of Hosea, we have seen... a. The analogy of Hosea and Gomer, illustrating God’s experience with Israel 1) Israel’s rejection symbolized, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

One For Dads

Contributed by Ricky Johnson on Jun 17, 2007

A Father’s Day sermon written just 2 1/2 months after the passing of my Dad, but applies to all fathers.

This has been one of the most difficult sermons I have ever written and will be one of the more emotional ones I have presented, yet it is something I feel I need to do. Looking back over the past few months we have lost three fathers and one mother in this congregation. Special occasions, such ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:15-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Strangers In A Temporary Place

Contributed by Joe De Leon on Dec 29, 2013

As Christians we should not get too comfortable in our journey called life...

Strangers in a Temporary Place God bless you I sure hope you had a wonderful time this week with your families, I know that we had a wonderful time with ours. I would like for us if you would to turn your Bibles to John 14:1-3 What Jesus is telling us who follow him is that this world is a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11

Denomination: *other

"a Somber Question" Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Mar 30, 2022

“When the Son of Man comes, will He find faith on the earth?” This is perhaps the most disturbing question in Scripture. It haunts me with each passing year.

“When the Son of Man comes, will He find faith on the earth?” Luke 18:8 This is perhaps the most disturbing question in Scripture. It haunts me with each passing year. It comes at the close of a parable encouraging faithful, persistent prayer. God answers prayer, but what if a day comes when ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Congregational

Redeeming Time

Contributed by James May on Oct 30, 2005

We can’t relive the moments that pass, so we must seize every opportunity. How can we redeem time?

REDEEMING TIME By pastor Jim May Ephesians 5:15-17 & Colossians 4:5-6 Today marks the first day of the latest time change as we went from Daylight Savings Time to Standard Time once again. Twice each year, we get the wonderful opportunity to either sleep an hour longer, or get up an hour ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Joshua 3:~ Camped At The Jordan – Tomorrow They Cross Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Jun 13, 2015

Israel “lodged” camped at the swollen Jordan River because of the spring rains, they had no idea how they would pass to the other side.

SS~ #19~ Joshua 3:~ camped at the Jordan – tomorrow they cross~ 10-19-14 1  And Joshua rose early in the morning; and they removed from Shittim, and came to Jordan, he and all the children of Israel, and lodged there before they passed over. ~ Israel “lodged” camped at the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist