Sermons on Training For Battle:

Runnung This Race Of Faith

Contributed by Rainer Reddy on Feb 25, 2016

A message of encouragement when we are tired or losing faith.

Text: 2 Timothy 4:7 “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” Theme: Running this race of faith Introduction - In 2015 thousands of runners entered the Comrades marathon. - I can imagine all the excitement and hype as these thousands of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:7

Denomination: Charismatic

Choose The End Is Near Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Aug 9, 2015

God has his hand firmly on history. Prophecy calls us to choose what we trust in. Do we trust the God of money, such as retirement, investment. Do we trust the God of comfort etc. We are called by the still small voice of God to trust and obey Him.

Intro: Bob Deffinbaugh tells a funny memory about chapter 11. He opened up an old Bible he had from Bible college and was reading notes in chapter 10 and finally got to 11 and one of his daughters had scribbled all over the pages of chapter 11. He wondered when the Lord returned if all of the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:2-45

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Lady Funeral

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 3, 2017

A funeral for a 75 year old Christian lady.

Family Enters – Amazing Grace (Celtic Woman version) Welcome and Obituary We were all shocked to hear of the passing of Barbara W. She had been battling her condition for some time but suddenly she passed. We have gathered here, as is our custom, to conduct a service to remember Barbara; to comfort ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:34-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Whose Dna Is In The Manger?”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 23, 2024

A message for Christmas. We live in the age of Artificial Intelligence. A I may remain a mystery but we accept the benefits. We have come together this evening to celebrate the mystery of the incarnation. The “incarnation” is the mystery that the Creator of the Universe took upon Himself human DNA.

In Jesus Holy Name December 24, 2024 Text: Luke 2:8-12 Redeemer “Whose DNA is in the Manger?” We live in the age of Robotics, the self-driving car, a space ship that can launch and return to its launching pad by computer technology. This is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-12, Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Lutheran

Cinderellas And Cinderfellas

Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on May 25, 2003

Cinderfellas and Cinderfellas

Cinderellas & Cinderfellas Preached - Sunday, June 8, 2003 - Youth Day Celebration Magnolia Missionary Baptist Church - Reverend Houston Pledges Camden Alabama Scripture: "And he sent, and brought him in. Now he was ruddy, and withal of a beautiful countenance, and goodly to look to. And the Lord ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9

Denomination: Baptist

Leading In Tough Times

Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 20, 2002

Joshua gives us a model for leading during challenging times

Leading in Tough Times Joshua 1:5-9 Leadership Team Devotional April 9, 2002 5 No one will be able to stand up against you all the days of your life. As I was with Moses, so I will be with you; I will never leave you nor forsake you. 6 "Be strong and courageous, because you will lead these people ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:5-9

Denomination: Church Of God

Revelation, Part 36 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 25, 2008

Study of the Book of Revelation

Revelation, Part 36 Revelation 19:1-8 Introduction Last week, we witnessed the preparation for the return of Jesus Christ as He descends on this world, and tonight we begin Chapter 19 which concludes the tribulation period and leads us to the final battle between the armies of Satan and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Become A Giant Slayer

Contributed by John Daniel Johnson on Oct 1, 2018

At some time in every one of our lives, we will have to face a giant. That giant maybe a sin, possibly a challenge, or it might be just a giant step of faith. No matter what that giant is, it will not just go away just because you won’t face it.

Scripture Reference: First Samuel 17:3-11 & 45-47 Preached at Mount Zion Baptist Church on September 2, 2018 Delivered by Rev. John Daniel Johnson (www.mountzionfamily.com) Are you a giant slayer? Have you ever faced a giant in your life? What was it? How did you kill that giant? You may be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:3-11, 1 Samuel 17:45-47

Denomination: Baptist

Contending For The Faith

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 31, 2019

"The faith once for all entrusted to the saints" is under attack inside and outside of the church. We are called to contend for that faith. What reward is in store for those who do so?

Contending For The Faith Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … Jude 1:24-25 “To Him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you before His glorious presence without fault and with great joy – “To the only God our Savior be glory, majesty, power and ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-3, Jude 1:24-25, Ephesians 2:20, John 8:12, Romans 12:2, 1 Peter 5:8, 1 Peter 3:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Called To Be Super-Heroes Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 1, 2015

In the spiritual realm, we are called to be God’s super heroes. We can only be super heroes on earth, because — when we are in heaven — we will not need these unique skills.

Called to Be Super-Heroes (I Timothy 6:11-17, 20-21) 1. [This is a combination Norwegian and Chinese joke] A young man walks through New York Chinatown and notices a shop with the name Hans Olaffsen's Laundry. He thought it seemed out of place but curiosity got the best of him and he walked into ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Mighty Deborah

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jan 31, 2025

The narrative about Deborah and how it connects to Church today

The Mighty Deborah Judges Chapter Four Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz I would like to give you the situation about Deborah. Her story is in chapter four and five of the book of Judges. I am sure you remember what Pastor Bob has said over the last couple of weeks. Some folks may have missed a ...read more

Scripture: Judges 4:1-23

Denomination: United Methodist

Spiritually Bombed? Heavy!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 8, 2023

What is the motivation behind a HEAVY SPIRIT? WHY? WHY? Why God do I have to go through this mess? WHY?

SPIRITUALLY BOMBED? HEAVY? HEAVY? WHY GOD? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) The news has revealed this dangerous weapon called CLUSTER BOMBS. Weapons that contain multiple explosives. They can be air dropped or ground launched. Cluster bombs eject ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:22-28, John 16:33, Luke 18:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Reward (Psalm 18)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 12, 2026

How does God reward the righteous?

Does God reward those who choose to live upright and honest lives, not following the ways of the world? Let’s look at Psalm 18. Do we love God? Is He our strength? Do we call on Yahweh? I love you, Yahweh, my strength. Yahweh is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my rock, in whom I ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Let's Spend 2026, Living In God’s Presence, Equipped And Ready.

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jan 2, 2026

God wants us to be present with us as much as he is with us, so much so that the Holy Spirit helps us through life. Jesus asked and the Father sent us The Helper.

Psalm 144:1 Living in God’s presence we are equipped and ready. For 2026 This Psalm of David starts with the verse: 1 Praise be to the LORD my Rock, who trains my hands for war, my fingers for battle. It then is followed by: 2 He is my loving God and my fortress, my stronghold and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 144:1-6, Psalm 51:11, 1 Samuel 2:30, Matthew 28:16-20, Galatians 5:22-23, John 15:26, John 16:7, 1 Samuel 30:1, 1 Samuel 19:18-24, 1 Samuel 23:1-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Conquering With The Choir

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Aug 27, 2001

"For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds" II Corinthians 10:4

A country preacher sold a mule to a friend, and told him the mule was trained to go when the rider said "Praise the Lord," and to stop when the rider said, "Amen." The buyer mounted the beast and commanded, "Praise the Lord," and the mule shot off like a rocket. The startled rider panicked. "Whoa!" ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-30

Denomination: Baptist