Sermons on Turmoil:

From Saul To Paul Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 28, 2025

From Saul to Paul

Acts 9:1-9 From Saul to Paul Saul's Hate His Dedication - 1 And Saul, yet His Decimation - breathing out threatenings and slaughter His Desecration - against the disciples of the Lord, His Determination - went unto the high priest, Saul's Hunt The Place - 2 desired of him ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Holiness

The Deceitful Heart And Unmasking Self-Deception Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 26, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the mechanisms of self-deception, its consequences, and the biblical guidance for overcoming this insidious trap.

The Bible warns us that our hearts are "deceitful above all things" (Jeremiah 17:9). This sobering truth reveals the propensity of our inner selves to distort reality, leading us down a path of self-deception. In this sermon, we'll explore the mechanisms of self-deception, its ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:9

The Battles We Don't Need To Fight And Trusting God To Fight For Us Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 4, 2025

The Bible teaches us that God is our strong defender and warrior, who fights for us.

In life, we often face battles that seem insurmountable and overwhelming. However, not every battle is ours to fight. The Bible teaches us that God is our strong defender and warrior, who fights for us when we trust in Him. The Promise of God's Protection In Deuteronomy 1:30, Moses reminds ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:30, 1 Samuel 17:47

The Path To Personal Peace

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Sep 15, 2002

We’re all seeking peace, but most fail to find it. Four steps to finding the path to personal peace.

(Note: The title comes from a Rick Warren series; however, the sermon is original) If we took a poll to identify what people want most out of life, what their hopes and dreams revolve around, the list would probably include things like good health; financial prosperity; positive relationships; ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3, Isaiah 26:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

God Must Be Crazy Series

Contributed by Paul Cull on Jun 12, 2005

The unbroken love of God despite all that we do to break his heart

God must be crazy! Part 2 of a series of 3) Hosea 11:1-9 I am sure that that you all have something in your life with which you have a love-hate relationship. I am told that Ainsley Harriott has a love hate relationship with his oven. For many of us it is computers. (PAUSE) We are amazed at ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 11:1-9

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Are We Still Relevant?

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Feb 15, 2005

God’s churches are the only real relevant source of help for a broken society.

God’s Glorious Church Are We Still Relevant? Matthew 6:10 Woodlawn Baptist Church February 13, 2005 Introduction Do you remember the story of Humpty Dumpty and how it goes? Humpty dumpty sat on a wall Humpty dumpty had a great fall All the King’s horses And all the King’s men Couldn’t put ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10

Denomination: Baptist

Better . . . Than Proverbs Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 12, 2012

Wisdom can be presented by comparing one person or situation to another. A contrast is presented by the words better & than instead of “but.” There are 19 verses in Proverbs that use the “better . . . than” formula. These comparision statements challenge

Proverbs 12:9 BETTER . . . THAN PROVERBS People all over the world are constantly looking for a better item, whether buying fruit in a market or choosing a place to live. We examine, ponder, compare, and finally make a choice based on what we believe is better. I can’t imagine anyone saying, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:9, Proverbs 16:8-32

Denomination: Baptist

Triumph In The Midst Of Tragedy

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Aug 31, 2014

A sermon examining the fact that we can experience victory in the midst of times of distress and grief.

TRIUMPH IN THE MIDST OF TRAGEDY Psalm 3:1-8 - In Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 King Solomon said: To everything there is a season, A time for every purpose under heaven: A time to be born, And a time to die; A time to plant, And a time to pluck what is planted; A time to kill, And a time to heal; A time ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Prince Of Peace Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 23, 2012

Let the government of your life rest on Christ's shoulders and experience the peace OF God, peace WITH God, and peace with others, as well.

Some time ago, the AARP Bulletin asked readers to respond to the question: What's your strategy for coping with stress? The answers ranged from “eat a chocolate chip cookie” to “have a stiff drink.” But Don Betz of Oakdale, Minnesota, offered his own unique solution. Every ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Paul's Work In The Synagogue Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 3, 2017

The obstacle he had to overcome, in the case of the Corinthians may well have been the distrust they had for those who went about making profit from their message.

April 3, 2015 By: Tom Lowe Lesson: IV.C.8.a: Paul's Work in the Synagogue (18:16) ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Tensions Of Choices Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 23, 2015

At every turn Jesus faced down the tensions of his choices... and did the right thing to the glory of God and the good of others.

Title: The Tensions of Choices (Someone introduced me to DQ Orange Julius Smoothies this week… Text: John 12:220-33 Orange, Strawberry Banana, Berry Pomegranate, Mango Pineapple. Oh, the inhumanity!) Thesis: At every turn ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Give Jesus My Despair, He'll Give Me His Hope Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 14, 2022

Jesus gives me hope in exchange for my despair when I seek Him, not just a solution

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Waiting On The Other Side Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Oct 15, 2021

A sermon examining the things that we will encounter as we continue to serve the Lord.

WHAT IS WAITING ON THE OTHER SIDE Mark 5:1-22 Like many of you I began this year with great hope and anticipation. On the first Sunday of the year, many of my preacher friends rolled out their “2020 vision” to their churches. In hind sight, that “2020 Vision” got blurry in a hurry! There is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Are You In A Storm That Isn't Your Fault?

Contributed by Rick Adams on Nov 4, 2001

What do we do when we find ourselves in the midst of a storm that really isn’t our fault?

This morning we could look at this passage and talk about: Running from God A merciful God (actual theme of the book) The significance of Jonah’s profession of God (v 9) God’s call on your life I don’t want to talk to you about that this morning Instead, I want to talk to you about the ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trials And Temptations - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

A further look at the issue of trials and temptations in the life of a Christian.

Trials and Temptations - Pt. 2 James 1:12-18 This week we will be returning to the issue of trials and temptations as addressed in James chapter 1. James starts off with a challenge. "Don’t give up." Remember testing is a process and as a process we know that it is ongoing with many phases. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational