Sermons on Unbearable:

The Prodigal Son And His Homecoming

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Oct 28, 2023

Many groups celebrate homecoming in various ways. The Prodigal Son also enjoyed a homecoming after he returned to his father.

(Based on a sermon preached 10-22-2023 at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO; not an exact transcription. Full disclosure: many sermons have been preached on this text and any overlap is accidental and not intentional. I have not knowingly used anyone else’s words in this message without attempting ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Three Dark Moments Of Jesus' Life: The Falling Away, The Garden, And The Betrayal: Sunset, Early Night, And Deep Night Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Nov 4, 2023

“You will all fall away,” Jesus told them, “for it is written: “‘I will strike the shepherd, and the sheep will be scattered.’”

What was your darkest moment in life? When did you hit a sort of rock bottom? I can think a few of moments in my life. I remember when I was 17 years old, I was downstairs in my parents basement. My parents had just split up. I had been bullied a lot in school, until I started doing drugs and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:27, Mark 14:48-52

Denomination: Salvation Army

Unity In The Church: And The Boundaries Of Unity Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 6, 2024

We have a perfect example from Jesus about what it means to walk in unity. On Earth, Jesus sought to do the perfect will of God the Father.

You can tell when you walk into a church, and spend any amount of time there, whether that church is united or not. What is Christian unity? We know it when we see it. We can feel it. You can feel the peace around the table. You can sense the peace and unity in the service, the bible studies, the ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-5, John 17:13-19

Denomination: Salvation Army

Salvation Cruise

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

Noah’s faith was no academic faith - a mere faith in principle, but an active faith—a faith in practice. He spent 120 years building that ark, committing himself to the God he knew. Our faith, too, must be active.

Illustration: Who Are the Saved OR Evangelicals? Gallup has at times asked 3 qualifying questions to make the determination; have you had a born-again experience committing yourself to Jesus Christ, have you tried to encourage someone to believe in Christ, and do you believe the Bible is the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Getting Close To God Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 24, 2024

When you couldn’t reach up to God, He reached down to you, and He invites you to meet Him in the darkness, away from any idol, at the foot of the cross.

Leighton Ford, the husband of Billy Graham’s youngest sister, Jean, tells the story of a Russian cosmonaut. He came back from space and said, “Some people say God lives out there. I looked around, and I didn't see any God out there.” Billy Graham's wife, Ruth, said he looked in the wrong ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:21-26, Matthew 6:24, Joshua 24:15, Romans 3:23, Romans 3:10, Hebrews 7:27, Hebrews 9:12, John 14:6, Psalm 2:4, Hebrews 9:22, Leviticus 17:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

02 Life In The Spirit Series

Contributed by Seth Lawson on May 5, 2025

The Spirit gives us a new identity, a new vitality, and a new destiny.

Have you ever gotten into your car, ready to roll, turned the key — or pressed the button — and all you get is *click*? Or maybe a weak turnover. Or maybe nothing at all. No engine. No movement. Just silence. This happened just a few weeks ago out in the church parking lot. I noticed a vehicle ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:9-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Who's Afraid Of Big Bad Wolf

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 6, 2025

Revelation 18

WHO’S AFRAID OF BIG, BAD BABYLON? (REVELATION 18:1-10) One of the longest-running daytime TV show in USA is “Judge Judy,” who presided over real-life small-claims disputes within a simulated courtroom set. Prior to the proceedings, all involved parties signed arbitration contracts agreeing to ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

08 Joy In Contentment Series

Contributed by Seth Lawson on Feb 27, 2025

Joy flourishes when we pursue contentment in Christ.

Throughout this series, we’ve explored how defiant joy flourishes in the life of a believer. This defiant joy is anchored in Christ and not swayed by circumstances. Each week, I’ve shared a core truth from each section of the book of Philippians, and I want to briefly remind you of those this ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Trust In The Lord

Contributed by Victor Yap on Mar 2, 2025

Psalm 37, Trust

TRUST IN THE LORD (PSALM 37) An article titled “Are You Evil? Profiling That Which Is Truly Wicked” talks about Selmer Bringsjord, a logician, philosopher and chairman of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's Department of Cognitive Science who has developed a sort of checklist for determining ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Savior's Summons

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 5, 2024

The invitation from the Savior.

The Savior’s Summons Matthew 11:28-30 28 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light. Amplified ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Easter Evidence Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

The sermon introduction discusses the significance of the cross as a symbol of Easter, highlighting its original use as a tool of execution and torture, and its transformation into a symbol of special meaning and beauty.

He is risen! I’m happy to see you this Resurrection Sunday! Does anyone have a new cross necklace? I’ve always thought that if you don’t like giving chocolate and bunnies, a cross could make a great gift for Easter morning. Whether you received it today or have worn it for years, how many of you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-32, 1 Corinthians 15:17-21, Matthew 28:13

Topics: Resurrection Sunday, Symbolism Of Cross, Easter Gifts

Sermon Series: The Easter Challenge

The Remedy For Weak Flesh - Mark 14:27-42 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on May 9, 2024

Jesus said the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak. Does that mean we’re doomed to failure because of weak flesh? No. Jesus gave us a remedy.

Mark 14:27 "You will all fall away," Jesus told them, "for it is written: " 'I will strike the shep-herd, and the sheep will be scattered.' 28 But after I have risen, I will go ahead of you into Galilee." 29 Peter declared, "Even if all fall away, I will ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:27-42, Matthew 26:31-46, Luke 22:31-46, John 13:36-38

Create In Me

Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 9, 2002

We need the cleansing that God offers.

Introduction: Psalm 51 is one of the few psalms where we are given the historical background. The inscription reads, "A Psalm of David when Nathan the prophet came to him, after he had gone in to Bathsheba." That identifies clearly for us the incident out of which this psalm arose. It was the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Building Friendships That Endure

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Sep 3, 2002

There’s a story in the Old Testament about two men and a misunderstanding over a well of water. Rest at ease, they handled their situation much more appropriately than our modern day examples handled theirs. They decided that they would build a long-term

INTRODUCTION SERMONIC THEME Introduction: There are many stories about people who get into fights and conflicts about crazy things and the terrible results. In Orlando, a 48-year-old man was shot to death by his wife after a fight over the satellite TV controls. In California, a man was stabbed ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:22-34

Satan Is:

Contributed by Charles Newman on Jul 17, 2004

Recognizing the enemy and knowing his tactics is the key to winning any battle. Many a great military leader has discovered this truth on and off the battlefield. When we do not know our enemy, we are then most prone to loosing the battle.

Satan is: · Deceiver · Tempter · Accuser · Causes us to withhold forgiveness Recognizing the enemy and knowing his tactics is the key to winning any battle. Many a great military leader has discovered this truth on and off the battlefield. When we do not know our enemy, we are then most prone to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-9

Denomination: Methodist