Sermons on Trials Of The Saints:

Thanksgiving

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Oct 4, 2018

For the fact that Mother Josephine proclaimed that I was good for nothing, thank you. For the sarcasm of the Mother Superior: her harsh voice, her injustices, her irony and for the bread of humiliation, thank you.

Thanksgiving What did one turkey say to the other when they saw the Pilgrims? They look nice. Maybe they’ll have us over for dinner. Our company gives out Thanksgiving turkeys to retired employees. All they have to do is stop by the plant to pick them up. A few days before the holiday, a retiree ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Catholic

The Pursuit Of Peace

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Feb 10, 2022

Setting our Hearts and Minds on Jesus

It has been surmised that over the last 4,000 years, there have been over 3,700 years of war. Throughout history, 8,000+ peace treaties have been made and broken. Today, there is fighting, oppression, and civil unrest all over the globe. Every 4th of July, the United States of America celebrates ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-4, Galatians 5:22, Romans 8:6, Philippians 4:7, Isaiah 26:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

His Gracious Invitation

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jul 26, 2016

To establish that the Lord's gracious invitation is extended to all who desires His liberty, learning and labor of love in the kingdom of God. This lesson destroys the false notion; all one must do to be saved is (verbally) call upon the name of the Lord.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. An Invitation to Liberty 2. An Invitation to Learning 3. An Invitation to Labor Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing "His Gracious Invitation." This is an invitation to liberty from religious rituals and the burden of sin; to learn of Him ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30, Romans 10:13-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Testimony Of His Great Love

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 12, 2016

In this sermon, we will speak of God, the incarnated Word who lovingly laid down his life for us; that we might lay down our lives for the brethren. This lesson deals with faith, discipleship and brotherly love.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. His Great Love Declared 2. His Great Love Demonstrated 3. His Great Love Duplicated Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we will be discussing the theme: “A Testimony of His Great Love.” This is love “indescribable, incomprehensible and past finding out.” This love has been ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16, John 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Temple Of Doom Series

Contributed by David Jenkins on Oct 24, 2004

The Temple of Doom

Revelation 15:1, “Then I saw in heaven another significant event, and it was great and marvelous. Seven angels were holding the seven last plagues, which would bring God’s wrath to completion.” Chapters 15 and 16 present the final outpouring of God’s wrath before Christ’s return here ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 15:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

From Egypt To Heaven - Part Iv Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 6, 2001

A study of the Exodus

“THE EXODUS” (All passed through the sea) “To Him who smote the Egyptians in their first born, For His lovingkindness is everlasting, And brought Israel out from their midst, For His lovingkindness is everlasting, With a strong hand and an outstretched arm, For His lovingkindness is ...read more

Denomination: Orthodox

Like Enoch Walked

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 23, 2014

Adam stood in his own righteousness, and the life he was given was based upon obedience. When he disobeyed his life was forfeited, for the wages of sin is death. But Christ came in His righteousness, having life in Himself, and met all the requirements...

10-25-04 "Like Enoch Walked" “Then Enoch walked with God three hundred years after he became the father of Methuselah, and he had other sons and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

In The Meantime

Contributed by Dr. Bruce Northam on Jul 11, 2020

In the meantime means, until something expected happens.That is exactly what Peter is discussing in this text.

In the meantime…In the meantime means, until something expected happens, or while something else is happening: “Your computer won't arrive until Thursday. In the meantime, you can use the one at the volunteer desk” or “Meanwhile back at the ranch…”. Meanwhile and meantime can both be nouns or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

Grace And Holiness Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 8, 2020

This is part three of my series "but For The Grace of God." In this message we will look at grace and holiness.

But For The Grace Of God, Part 3 Scripture: Eph. 2:8; Heb. 4:16; Exo. 3:5; 15:11; 1 Peter 1:6-7, 13-16 When I was a child, a church group held open tent revivals up the street from my home during the summer. These tent revivals were conducted by the “holiness” Church denomination. I am not 100% ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8, Hebrews 4:16, 1 Peter 1:6-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christian Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jun 5, 2016

Acts 11:26 says that believers were first called “Christians” at Antioch. What does “Christian” mean? How can we live up to our name of “Christian.” This is the final sermon in his series on “Names for the People of God.”

Christian Series: Names for the People of God Chuck Sligh June 5, 2016 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation of this sermon is available upon request from me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Acts 11:26 – “And when he had found him, he brought him unto Antioch. And it came to pass, that a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:26

Denomination: Baptist

Stand Strong Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 10, 2020

To stand strong in the face of adversity, depend on one another, depend on the Lord, and demonstrate love for others.

In her book God Uses Cracked Pots, Patsy Clairmont describes the day she sent her 7-year old son, Jason, to school. A little while later there was a knock on the door. Patsy opened the door and it was Jason. She said, “Jason, what are you doing here?” He replied, “I’ve quit school!” She asked, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:1-13, 1 Peter 4:12, Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Victorious Christians

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 16, 2018

Victorious Christians... 1. Believe the Bible (vs. 22-27). 2. Recognize the danger of rejecting Jesus (vs. 28-29). 3. Are undefeated by unfairness in life (vs. 30-32).

Victorious Christians The Book of Acts - Part 87 Acts 26:19-32 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - June 21, 2015 BACKGROUND *God's Word has a whole lot to say about this season in Paul's life. Back in Acts 21, Paul arrived in Jerusalem. Paul went there, both to worship the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:19-32

Denomination: Baptist

Three Cups Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Sep 21, 2005

The blessings of being under the blood of Christ are many. His bloodshed paved the way for us to miss the wrath of God, purchased our salvation, and enables us to enjoy the blessings of God.

Title: Three Cups of the Lord Theme: The Blessings of Being Under the Blood “In the hand of the Lord is a cup full of foaming wine mixed with spices; He pours it out, and all the wicked of the earth drink it down to its very dregs. As for me, I will sing praise to the God of Jacob. (Psalms ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 75:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Romans 1 Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 12, 2012

Intro to Romans 1

Romans 1 - Intro - 1/11/09 Turn with me this morning to Romans 1. Romans comes in the NT after the four gospels, M,M,L,J, and after the book of the Acts of the Apostles. So, we have the history of the gospel, the record of how the gospel brought change to the world, and then in Romans, we have ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church At Thyatira

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 29, 2016

An outstanding feature of the message to the church at Thyatira is the introduction of the divine speaker by name—“The Son God.”

The Church at Thyatira Commentary on the Book of Revelation By: Tom Lowe Date: 5-24-2015 Topic # II. Letters to the Seven Churches of Asia (2:1-3:22) ...read more

Denomination: Baptist