Sermons on Turmoil:

Farmville - Life On The Farm Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Feb 19, 2010

Farming is no game. Understanding life on the farm is necessary for survival. Learn the laws and learn the lessons in order to live successfully in Farmville.

Farmville Life on the Farm – Part 1 I. Introduction Unless you have spent some time on Facebook you are probably asking, “What is Farmville?” I am glad you asked! Farmville is a real-time farm simulation game. The game allows members of Facebook to manage a virtual farm by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Despicable Me - Part 2 - Confession Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Mar 18, 2010

What if we aren’t what we seem? What if we try to be perfect and can’t pull it off? What is God’s prescription to deal with “Despicable Me”?

“Despicable Me” Pt. 2 – Confession A. Introduction Last week I read to you a passage of Scripture in which Paul reveals his inward struggle and the inner turmoil that exists in him between good and evil, holiness and sin. It is an intriguing description and one that I believe that most of us ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Bad Company Of Bad Habits

Contributed by Larry Turner on Jul 2, 2015

Bad habits can really bring us down. We need to replace them with good habits. This sermon encourages others to do so.

The Bible says we are to confess our sins to one another. Therefore, I am going to confess a sin of mine to you this morning. In fact, it has become a habit. I feel comfortable confessing a habit of mine to you because I suspect that all of us are subject to this habit. The habit of mine is called ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:33, 1 Corinthians 6:12, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Matthew 26:41, Philippians 3:13-14, 1 Thessalonians 5:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Fear Or Faith Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 27, 2021

The unknown can stimulate either fear or faith, courage or cowardice. By the authority of Jesus the Christian is to choose faith, even in the face of negative evidence.

The Golden Gate Bridge in California got way behind schedule when it was being built. There were so many casualties, and the men were afraid of falling off. A huge safety net was placed beneath the area of operations, but for a time this made no difference. Then a man fell off into the net. When ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-24

Between A Rock & A Hard Place

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 7, 2017

When Jacob has to flee Laban, he learns Esau is comming at him with 400 armed men. His schemes have caught up with him as he finds himself between a rock and a hardplace. What was God doing in the situation? What do we do when we find ourselves in a place

Genesis 32:17-31 9/14/14 What do you do when you find yourself between a rock and a hard place? I’m talking about those times in life when there seem to be no good options. Your current job is almost unbearable, but there are no other jobs available—and you do need the paycheck. The people you’re ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:17-31, Genesis 31:3, Genesis 27:41-45

Denomination: Charismatic

The Armor Of God Part 5: Salvation And The Word Of God Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Oct 26, 2020

Looking at the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit. All Bible quotes are from the NASB 95 update.

We are all in a spiritual war, every day, every hour, and every minute. We considered the enemies we fight, whether it be the devil, the world, or even ourselves. But the word tells us: Ephesians 6:12 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Denomination: Baptist

Anchor Of Hope

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Nov 17, 2020

Jesus is our anchor of Hope in all storms and all of life. We must keep our eyes on Jesus

Anchor of Hope Hebrews chapter 6:13-20 Good Morning everyone What are you putting your hope in? What or who do you trust with your eternal and everlasting things? When this old world is done and you stand before the Lord of the universe- what will you be placing your hope in? Now more than ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:13-20

Denomination: Nazarene

The Scandal Of God's Grace

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Aug 8, 2019

We all speak lightly of God's grace, but a proper understanding should revolutionize our lives.

Most of you will recognize the name, John Wesley, the founder of the Methodist movement. He was a priest in the Church of England in the 1700’s who preached up and down the British Isles and organized people into small groups everywhere he could with a format that brought thousands of people into ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Here Comes The Judge - Shamgar The Suggestions Of A Lifestyle

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 29, 2019

Shamgar’s story offers three significant challenges that may help us. (1) Start where you are; Use what you have; and Do what you can and the victory is sure!

Subject: Here Comes the Judge -The Suggestions of a LifeStyle Text: Judges 3:31 Introduction: Life is filled with transition and change. You and I can count on opposition. Almost every time you make a new start, embrace a new vision, or attempt a goal, you expect opposition. Even if you decide to ...read more

Scripture: Judges 3:31

Denomination: Methodist

You Live What You Think

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Jul 11, 2020

We are in warfare – a battle – we are in it whether we are aware of it or not. If you are not aware of it, you will be like a blindfolded man in a boxing ring. Taking the blows but no defense. This conflict is worldwide.

YOU LIVE WHAT YOU THINK Proverbs 23:7 We are in warfare – a battle – we are in it whether we are aware of it or not. If you are not aware of it, you will be like a blindfolded man in a boxing ring. Taking the blows but no defense. This conflict is worldwide. 2 Cor 10:3-5 For though we walk in ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:7, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Sees Our Struggles And Has A Solution

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Apr 6, 2020

If you ever feel like life is out of your control, seems hopeless and you feel like no one can help, or even cares --- then look at the story of Hagar. Hagar teaches us that life is a struggle, yet God sees our struggles and offers a solution.

The book of Genesis tells about different people who heard directly from God. God spoke face to face with Adam and Eve in the Garden. He spoke to Noah and gave him instructions about building the Ark. Then you can see how God spoke with Abram and made a Covenant with him. This lesson, we are going ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Seeing And Believing - An Easter Sermon

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Apr 11, 2020

A message about the experience of Mary, John and Peter on the morning of the resurrection

Easter Sunday Online Sermon April 12, 2020 - Seeing and Believing It is Resurrection Sunday. It is a day that we Remember Jesus’ triumph over death Renew our commitment to the One in Whom we believe Proclaim that light is greater than darkness That God is stronger than Satan That we are ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming Fear Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jun 18, 2021

More people have succumbed to fear than to deadly diseases. Fear causes weakness, therefore when the Lord said "Fear not", He also said "I will strengthen you". If we need to overcome fear and lead a healthy life, we need to learn about this from God's Word.

Overcoming Fear We read in Isaiah 41:10, “Fear not, for I am with you, be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Surely I will help you. I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.” (TLV) There are two phrases in the above mentioned verse that I wish to highlight in this ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10, Matthew 6:34

Denomination: Other

Three Kinds Of Peace

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 8, 2022

A Christian man got very involved in collegiate football. He had one team in particular that he pulled for each week. When they won, he had a wonderful week-end, but if they lost he had a terrible week-end.

His joy and peace within his heart each week was determined by the football team that he supported. He was allowing a couple dozen college boys that he did not know personally decide on what kind of week end he was going to have. The fact is, many folks allow THINGS and PEOPLE to decide what kind ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27

Denomination: Baptist

The Point Of No Return

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Sep 6, 2021

Many Christians believe that they are disciples of Jesus when, in fact, they are not. In this message, we see that there is a cost to being a disciple of Jesus and it’s a decision that we must make.

Good morning. I pray that this Sunday morning finds you in good health and looking forward to this morning’s message. Let’s open with a word of prayer. I have a title on my bookshelf that is going to be pulled and read this year. The Cost of Discipleship, written in 1937 by Lutheran pastor and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:25-27, John 5:30, John 14:12, Hebrews 12:2, 1 Thessalonians 2:7-8, Romans 1:16, 1 Thessalonians 2:19-20, Luke 14:28-32  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational