Sermons on Trees:

Solomon's Start (2 Chronicles 1)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 4, 2025

What can we learn from a wise man who started well, but ended up an apostate?

What can we learn from an extremely wise and wealthy man, who started well but died an apostate? Will we remain faithful to the end? Let’s begin in 2 Chronicles 1. What was one of Solomon’s first acts as King? Did he start out right? King Solomon, the son of David, was now in complete control of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Three Sides To A Man Named Abraham

Contributed by Ray Searan on May 7, 2005

The Bible is filled with people who, if we examine their lives carefully, can be fantastic examples of faith and Christian characters for all believers. Abraham, the Father of Faith, is just one of these people.

Introduction: The Bible is filled with people who, if we examine their lives carefully, can be fantastic examples of faith and Christian characters for all believers. Abraham, the Father of Faith, is just one of these people. As we examine the life of Abraham, we can and will see that all of us ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Substitute

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 31, 2000

The sacrificial system points to God’s desire to save his people, the seriousness of our sin and God’s willingness to forgive. Tying the OT sacrificial system to the sacrifice of Christ.

Many people begin to read about the Old Testament sacrificial system and think something like: “Why all the blood? Why all this slaughtering of animals? It seems so gruesome and disgusting. Why did God require all of that? What was the purpose?” Confusing as it is, the Old Testament ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 1:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

God's Love Produces Repentance

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Oct 8, 2001

How do you know if you have truly come to know Christ? One important evidence is repentance, which flows from experiencing God’s love.

As you may recall, our current series of messages deals with the love of God. I hope you’re enjoying this series and benefiting from it. I know I am. Because this is one of the most uplifting and spiritually enriching topics we could possibly consider. In fact, the process of thinking about God’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Fruit Of Repentance

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jan 12, 2004

Message discussing the meaning of repentance and how it should affect our lives.

The ¡§Fruit of Repentance¡¨ Matthew 3:1-12 January 11, 2004 Introduction What do you think of when you hear the word ¡§repent?¡¨ Two images come to my mind right away. The first is the street preacher with a Bible as big as your Aunt Martha¡¦s Buick, screaming at people to repent to escape the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

Getting Ready For Revival Series

Contributed by Leroy Redding on Oct 18, 2006

This is the first in a series on the seven churches mentioned in Revelation 2-3

I am praying for, and believe, by faith that revival will take place in us in the next few months! I am praying for, and believe, by faith that God is going to do some extraordinary things among us during the next few months! I am praying for, and believe, by faith that we will have an ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Genesis 12 Series

Contributed by Richard Cathers on Apr 3, 2007

Verse by verse study of Genesis 12

Genesis 12 Sunday Morning Bible Study January 21, 2007 Introduction We now enter a new section of Genesis, the history of the patriarchs, the ancestors of the Israelites, the men who learned to trust in God. :1-9 God’s promise to Abram :1 Now the LORD had said to Abram: Abram – “exalted father”; ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-20

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Christian Solitude Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Mar 13, 2006

The Spiritual Discipline of Solitude strengthens our soul.

Tilling the Soil of the Soul March 12, 2006 Solitude There are many places in the Bible where we are compared to trees – trees that bear good fruit, like the fruit of the Spirit, or bad fruit. Have you ever looked at your life and wondered why there is so little of the fruit of the Spirit, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:31

Denomination: *other

Introduction To The 7 Deadly Sins Series

Contributed by John Morris on Mar 5, 2008

We get to know the ancient list of seven dealy sins and begin to combat them.

The Michael Vick saga reminds all of us of the human problem of sin. Gambling, which is at the base of dog-fighting might be defined as greed. Vick originally lied to Atlanta Falcons owner, Arthur Blank about his involvement, because one may suggest that in his pride, at that time he wanted ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Was Jesus Baptized? Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 5, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Matthew 3: 1 – 17

Matthew 3: 1 – 17 Why Was Jesus Baptized? In those days John the Baptist came preaching in the wilderness of Judea, 2 and saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand!” 3 For this is he who was spoken of by the prophet Isaiah, saying: “The voice of one crying in the wilderness: ‘Prepare ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Unveiling Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 11, 2010

A study of chapter 4 verses 1 through 16

5Song of Solomon 4: 1 – 16 The Unveiling 1 Behold, you are fair, my love! Behold, you are fair! You have dove’s eyes behind your veil. Your hair is like a flock of goats, going down from Mount Gilead. 2 Your teeth are like a flock of shorn sheep which have come up from the washing, ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 4:1-16

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Hope Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Nov 28, 2008

Where is your hope this Christmas? If your hope is in Jesus, you’ll never be disappointed. The true hope of Christmas is for yesterday, today and tomorrow.

Well, Thanksgiving is over. The table is cleared and everything’s gone except the leftovers. You know what that means, don’t you? I know what it means in my house. It means Christmas time is in full swing. Miranda loves Christmastime. For years, if it was up to her, we would have the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Life Is A Journey. Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 12, 2011

The Abrahamic Treaty.

Intro: 1. Vance Havner, "The hardest part of the journey is neither the start nor the finish but the middle mile. There is the enthusiasm of a new undertaking that buoys you at the beginning and there is the thrill of reaching the goal that carries you down the home stretch; but the middle ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Real Reasons The Dollar Died Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 28, 2012

God has sent divine judgement upon ancient Israel because they had abandoned their Godly foundation in which their nation had been founded.The Judgement was meant to awaken Israel to return to their foundation, Godly heritage but instead of repenting they

“The Final Countdown Has Started” Series The Real Reasons the Dollar Died 3 of 4 (Based upon Jonathan Cahn’s book “The Harbinger: The Ancient Mystery that Holds the Secret of America’s Future”) February 26, 2012 Chester’s FBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:10

Denomination: Baptist

God's Gift To Wonderful For Words!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 30, 2010

God's Gift to Wonderful For Words! (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: 2 Corinthians chapter 9 verse 15 Ill: Which is best? • Should the tree be real or artificial? • Should tree lights twinkle or stay constant? • Should the tree be topped with an angel or a star? • Should you fling or hang tinsel? • Cranberry sauce or ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Brethren