Sermons on Trusting In Christ:

Do The Numbers Really Matter?

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Mar 9, 2017

This sermon is about entrusting Christ with what you have regardless of the size, quantity, and condition.

As diligent as the disciples were, they seem to always find themselves dealing with mathematical impossibilities with Jesus. This group of fishermen, tax collectors, reformed zealots, and farmers did know basic math; but they didn’t quite know Jesus. Mark, the evangelist, reports to us an occasion ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Lost Sheep

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 10, 2003

Because of our terrible lostness,God had to go outside the human race to provide a solution to the universal problem of sin. He need a lot more than image; He needed someone unaffected by the world’s value system, someone who trusted God perfectly.

"Lost Sheep" Isaiah 53:1-9 Pastor Jon MacKinney ______________________________________________________________________________________ We have been treated in the past several weeks to quite a show, haven’t we? On the TV we have watched with pride and with amazement as the brave men ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Yield Not To Temptation

Contributed by Tom Tarpley on Mar 11, 2011

God gives us the power to resist temptation

Matthew 4:1-11 A mother walked into the kitchen one day and interrupted her 3 year old, who was on top of a chair eating cookies. When she asked what he was doing, the toddler explained: “Mom, I just climbed up here to smell them but my tooth got caught. When we give in to temptation we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: *other

True And False Hope

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jan 8, 2009

A message about two types of hope; one from Jesus and the other from Satan. And a cautionary reminder that, since we all seek hope, we must be very careful on which one we choose.

A man had not been feeling well and went to his doctor for a check-up. After the examination, the doctor left the room and had the nurse call the man’s wife into his office. She came in and the doctor said the husband was going to die, but there was hope. He said, ‘Your husband needs constant ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:13-14

Denomination: *other

A Promise For Testing Times Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 17, 2009

James closes this section on times of testing with a promise for the believers who are suffering under trial by reminding them that God rewards those who remain faithful.

JAMES 1:12 A PROMISE FOR TESTING TIMES [Hebrews 12:1-2] Chippie THE PARAKEET never saw it coming. One second he was peacefully perched in his cage. The next he was sucked in, washed up, and blown over. The problems began when Chippie’s owner decided to clean Chippie’s cage with a vacuum ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12, James 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Fear Based On A Misperception Of Who You Are... Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 22, 2009

So many believers live their lives in fear because they refuse to plug into the power source that is Christ Jesus... when we think WE have to do all things, we will fail everytime, but we can do ALL things thru Christ who strengthens and empowers us!

Sermon Brief Date Written: October 12, 2009 Date Preached: October 18, 2009 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: FEAR – A Believers Worst Enemy Sermon Title: FEAR – bad perception of who You are… Sermon Text: Romans 8:5-17 [NKJV] 5 For those who are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5-17

Denomination: Baptist

Honoring The Incarnation With Estate Planning Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 6, 2013

The Incarnation of Jesus Christ, Son of God, manifest the Divine Mercy that we can continue to show to the world during and even after our deaths.

Solemnity of the Annunciation 2013 Honoring the Incarnation with Estate Planning It doesn’t feel like March 25, but for the Church, today is that day–the Solemnity of the Annunciation, our Festival of the Incarnation of the Son of God. Easter came very early this year, the second time ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Catholic

There Is Danger In Staying The Same...

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 2, 2014

We can face many hidden dangers, on is the DANGER OF STAYING THE SAME. We need to make on the course adjustments daily as we stay focused on eternal issues. Change is essential.

FACING THE STRONG MAN OF STAYING THE SAME... CAN GOD CHANGE A MAN? ARISE MY LOVE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Ezekiel 36:26 A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you: and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh, and I will give you ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:26-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Victory Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 27, 2011

A study of the Gospel of Luke chapter 4 verses 1 through13

Luke 4: 1 – 12 Victory 1 Then Jesus, being filled with the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit into the wilderness, 2 being tempted for forty days by the devil. And in those days He ate nothing, and afterward, when they had ended, He was hungry.3 And the devil ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Christian Warfare: The Destroyer Series

Contributed by Christopher Glenn on Jun 21, 2012

Unfortunately, many people don't believe that the Devil really exists. We characterize Satan as some fictitious person. We learned last week that as the deceiver Satan uses lies to attack the mind to make us ignorant of God’s will. If Satan cannot defeat

Christian Warfare Part 2 The Destroyer Job 2:1-7 INTRODUCTION: Unfortunately, many people don't believe that the Devil really exists. We characterize Satan as some fictitious person. We learned last week that as the deceiver Satan uses lies to attack the mind to make us ignorant of God’s ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:1-7

Christian Warefare: "The Accuser" Series

Contributed by Christopher Glenn on Jul 5, 2012

God will never defend his children’s sins, he will however defend his children. When Abraham lied in Egypt, he defended Abraham not his sin. When you listen to Satan’s accusations, you will focus your attention on yourself and your sin, this will lead to

INTRODUCTION: We have learned that as the deceiver Satan uses lies to attack the mind to make us ignorant of Gods will. If Satan cannot defeat you by deceiving your mind, He will try to destroy your body. Then he goes after your will. Suppose that the believer does not take advantage of their ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:1-7

How We Should Celebrate Christmas

Contributed by Melvin Myers on Dec 15, 2012

This sermon tells how we should celebrate Christmas with some reasons why

How to Celebrate Christmas Scripture: Luke 2:1­20 Introduction: During this season of shopping and entertaining, let's remember why Christmas is celebrated in the first place. We decorate our homes, send out cards, visit friends, buy presents, and go caroling. There are a lot of stores that would ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Bible Church

Choose Your King Wisely! Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Dec 17, 2015

PROPOSITION: Because Christ is the King of Kings, you must choose Him as your King.

Choose Your King Wisely! 1 Samuel 8 PROPOSITION: Because Christ is the King of Kings, you must choose Him as your King. I. Put your trust in God! v. 1-9 A. Human leaders have human limitations (1-3). 1. They have weakness of body. 2. They have weakness of human ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

What Judas Missed-9

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 22, 2019

9 of ? Judas missed the entirety of that which took place from the time of his leaving the Lord’s supper(13:30) until he arrived in the Garden of Gethsemane, with those who would arrest Jesus(18:3)! Judas Missed...

WHAT JUDAS MISSED-IX—John 13:31–14:11(John 13:18--17:26) OR--‘WHILE YOU WERE OUT/AWAY’ Attention: Mrs. Bernice was an Atlanta Braves FAN bar none! She knew the players, where they were from, what they had done, their averages, their skill-sets, years playing, their relative worth to the team, who ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1

Denomination: Baptist

Why Your Faith May Not Be Working Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 19, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore few biblical examples that reveal why our faith may not be working.

As Christians, we're often encouraged to have faith in God's power and promises. However, there may be times when our faith seems to be ineffective. In this sermon, we'll explore few biblical examples that reveal why our faith may not be working. 1. Lack of Conviction (Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:22-24