Sermons on Turned To God From Idols:

St. Patrick, A Christian

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 10, 2018

A saint has been defined as “a man in whom Christ lives.” The real leader of the church preaches and lives in Christ. Men are captivated by Christians who live out what they believe.

St. Patrick, Whose He? Was A Christian One of the great leaders of New Testament is the Apostle Paul and he gives us this exhortation in 1 Corinthians 11:1, “Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ.” (1 Corinthians 11:1) A saint has been defined as “a man in whom Christ lives.” ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Happens When A Christian Gets Discouraged

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 25, 2016

Discouragement is one of Satan's big weapons. Some of the greatest men of the Bible were defeated because of it.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN A CHRISTIAN GETS DISCOURAGED NUMBERS 21:4 GALATIANS. 6:9 INTRODUCTION: Discouragement is one of Satan's big weapons. Some of the greatest men of the Bible were defeated because of it. Some time ago I heard a story about Satan's garage sale. On display were many large, shiny, ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:4

Denomination: Baptist

Keep Your Eyes On Him!

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Apr 7, 2013

If we would hold on to some of these truths that are found in these few verses, we could shake the walls of hell!

John 6:1-7 Verse 2-Then a great multitude followed Him Why, because they thought He was the Son of God? Why, because they thought He was the lamb of God? Why, because they loved Him? Why, because they wanted to worship Him? No…Because they saw His signs which He performed on those who ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Never Unemployed

Contributed by Jay Yousling on Dec 1, 2020

Jesus was laboring day and night. The Twelve were beside Him but that was not enough to work the vast, ripe harvest. He calls to the Father for more workers, but what does that look like? What should we pray for?

It seems like we need more laborers. What does this look like? This was my QT this weekend: Never Unemployed. Praying for Laborers? Matthew 9:35Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every disease and sickness. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35, Matthew 9:36, Matthew 9:37, Matthew 9:38, Matthew 9:35-38, Luke 19:10, John 12:49, Mark 10:44, Hebrews 4:16  (view more)  (view less)

"What Will You Do In 2018 ?"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Nov 29, 2017

Based on the three I wills in the text I will rejoice, I will not keep silent, and I will not rest.

“What will you do in 2018?” Isaiah 61:10-62:3 What Does the Text Say? New Years Eve Carr Memorial 2018 1. The Text tells us of the Anointed One who will preach and bring “Good News” • The Anointed One will be a Preacher of Good Tidings Good News to the meek, to the repentant, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:10-11

Denomination: Methodist

What Is Wisdom? Series

Contributed by Maurice Armstrong on Aug 19, 2023

"Wisdom usually comes with age, but age often shows up--alone."

Wisdom is not about a high IQ, and growing older is no guarantee you'll be wiser. Oscar Wilde, the Irish poet, wrote, "Wisdom usually comes with age, but age often shows up alone." While researchers in psychology and philosophy have for several years been debating the empirical and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22, Deuteronomy 4:5, Proverbs 4:7

Denomination: Apostolic

Arrogance Is The Disease Of Heart. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 22, 2023

Psalm 101:5 says, “Whoever has a haughty look and an arrogant heart I will not endure.”

The Bible makes it clear that arrogance is a disease of the heart. The symptoms include words of contempt and mockery, but the root of the disease is spiritual. Psalm 101:5 says, “Whoever has a haughty look and an arrogant heart I will not endure.” People who are arrogant are dwelling in pride, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 101:5, 2 Timothy 3:1

The Practice Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 15, 2024

THE PRACTICE OF PRAYER

Psalm 65 THE PRACTICE OF PRAYER 1. A Personal Practice (v 1-4) It's Praise - 1 Praise waiteth for thee, O God, in Sion: It's Price - 1 and unto thee shall the vow be performed. It's Profit - 2 O thou that ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

As In The Days Of Noah.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 28, 2023

The second advent and the great separation.

AS IN THE DAYS OF NOAH. Luke 17:26-37. The suddenness of the lightning flash (cf. Luke 17:24) illustrates the unexpectedness of Jesus’ return. Jesus goes on to describe the unpreparedness of the population of the earth for such a momentous event. LUKE 17:26-27. “And as it was in the days of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:26-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prodigal Son

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Feb 27, 2002

Reflections on the story of the Prodigal Son - for a Family Service service

The Prodigal Son -Lk 15:11-32 The key to understanding this story can be found in the opening verses of Luke 15. Let me read them to you: Tax collectors and other notorious sinners often came to listen to Jesus teach. This made the Pharisees and teachers of religious law complain that he was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Anglican

The Deacon Who Was Devoted To Jesus

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Jun 19, 2004

WE SEE IN THIS SERMON, THE SPLENDOR OF STEPHEN,THE SERMON OF STEPHEN,AND THE STONING OF STEPHEN.

THE DEACON WHO WAS DEVOTED TO JESUS Acts 6:8-15, 54-60 Written anonymously on the walls of a medieval castle were the following words: You call me Master and Obey me not. You call me Light and See me not. You call me the Way and Walk me not. You call me Life and Desire me not. You call me ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Family Squabbles

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 4, 2013

Family squabbles are normal, but we can prevent them

A. A FAMILY WILL FIGHT THAT NEVER TALKS TOGETHER 1. Jacob schemes to get the birthright, i.e., to be the spiritual head. 2. Isaac, Rebekah and children didn’t communicate. a. Isaac didn’t talk to wife about pregnancy (25:21). b. Rebekah didn’t talk about physical problems ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:1-46

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Doing?

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 2, 2013

To know that we know the Truth because He resides in us, questions and answers come and go, but the LORD JESUS remains in us.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you know what you're doing? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To know that we know the Truth because He resides in us, questions and answers come and go, but the LORD JESUS remains in us. IV. TEXT: Mark 11:5 (Amplified Bible) 11:5 And some who were standing ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Burden For Lost Souls

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Oct 18, 2000

Learn how to develop a burden for the lost.

"A BURDEN FOR LOST SOULS" By Dr. Dennis Deese ROMANS 9:1-3 & 10:1-3 One of the most profound and provocative questions I have ever heard or have been asked is this, "If everybody witnessed like you, would you be saved?" Paul had a passion for lost souls to be saved. Notice the Biblical ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-3

Hands Full Of Honey

Contributed by Travis Moore on Nov 1, 2000

The power of spirit-filled living as illustrated by the early life of Samson.

Hands Full of Honey Judg 13:24- 14:9 1. Samson was moved by the Spirit of God. A. The Holy Spirit indwells Christians. (Gal 4:6; John 14:16-17) B. The Holy Spirit teaches Christians. (John 14:26) C. The Holy Spirit guides Christians. (Rom 8:14) 2. Samson had a conflict with a Lion. A. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist