Sermons on Under Construction:

If We Are Not For God Then, We Are Against Him.

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jun 7, 2013

My heart was blessed this week when I read about the young man in Pickens S.C who not only stood up for the Lord but, he did it in front of his classmates, teachers, family and his home town that is under attack by some who want to take prayer out of town

If we are not for God then, we are against Him. Psalm 94:16 Who will rise up for me against the evildoers? or who will stand up for me against the workers of iniquity? We live in a day when it seems evil and those that are against God seem to be winners. Every time you turn on the news or open the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 94:16

Denomination: Baptist

Jochebed: A Woman Of Determined Faith

Contributed by Gary Holt on May 9, 2016

This is a stand alone Mother's Day sermon. I used a lot of material from other sermons, (can't remember sources) so let me know if I owe you credit. I found "Jochebed" to under-served in the sermon section. I hope someone can benefit from this.

Jochebed: A woman of Faithful Determination” Exodus 2:1-20 Mother’s Day 2016 HEY: OPEN: REAL MOTHER’S Real Mothers are special people. Real mothers would like to be able to eat a whole candy bar (all by themselves) and drink a Coke without any "floaters" in it. Real Mothers ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Independence Day Message – The Declaration Of Our Dependence

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 8, 2019

July 4th declares our Nation's Independence. Yet our nation was founded on dependence and need to honor and glorify GOD. We declared ONE NATION UNDER GOD, and IN GOD WE TRUST. But that foundation is eroding... Let's rekindle our declaration of our dependence on GOD.

2019.07.07 INDEPENDENCE DAY MESSAGE – The Declaration of our Dependence. William Akehurst, HSWC We live in a country that has declared our independence as a nation to stand on its own. Yet from the beginnings of this nation, the founding fathers realized as a nation that we needed to honor and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wanting What You Get Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 29, 2022

If you want to be truly content, keep the status you had when God called you. Just fulfill God’s calling in that place, follow God’s commands, and be free under God’s control. Because it’s not place, race, or face that matter. It is only your commitment to Christ.

Once upon a time, there was a man who lived with his wife, two small children, and his elderly parents in a tiny hut. He tried to be patient and gracious, but the noise and crowded conditions wore him down. In desperation, he consulted the village wise man. “Do you have a rooster?” asked the wise ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:17-24

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Stand Firm Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 18, 2022

In every challenge that Christians face, we must have the determination to stand firm in the Lord. The Christian life is a battle zone. We face challenges from the Enemy, the world, our friends, even from ourselves. We need the Lord’s help so we don’t crumble under pressure!

Stand Firm in Christ Philippians 3:17–4:1 Introduction Fuel for Your Faith has been our theme now for several weeks. Focus on the Finish Line. Advance through the Challenges. To Live is Christ. The Manual for the Mindset . Shine Like Stars. Press toward the Prize! In every challenge that ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Unstoppable Move Of God Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 16, 2021

Although Paul was bound under house arrest, the Gospel wasn't. God used Paul's situation in Rome to reach out to the Jewish leaders, the guards, and the believers in Rome and other places through his writings over the two years. God's work cannot be bound.

LET US PRAY: May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer. (Ps 19:14) Bless everyone that has come today, this we pray in Jesus’ Name, AMEN. We have finally come to the end of the book of Acts. • We started this series on 29 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:17-31, Philippians 1:12-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The End Is Near

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 30, 2017

1) The Destruction of the Temple (Mark 13:1-2), 2) The Deception of Many (Mark 13:4–6), and finally, 3) The Devastation of the Earth (Mark 13:7–8).

As we come to the end of 2017, the review of events over the past year show that, in many ways, nothing has changed. For example, lamenting “the winds of war” blowing around the world, Pope Francis in his traditional Christmas message on Monday called for a two-state solution to find peace in the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-8

Denomination: Other

When A Second Marriage Is Better Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014

What’s the difference between living under law and living released from law in a relationship with Jesus? I obey the law of God not because I’m afraid, but because I love Jesus. Jesus said, “If you love me, you will keep my commandments.”

INTRODUCTION Many people think these verses in Romans 7 are confusing and very hard to understand. In fact, some people say, “You ought to just go from Chapter 6 on into Chapter 8, because Chapter 8 is so great!” But I don’t believe you ought to do that, I think every verse and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Blueprint For The Church Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 15, 2016

Grace is THE blueprint for God's church, and without it you do NOT have a church.. But what is so important about grace and how could we miss having it in our church?

OPEN: In the state of Indiana, if you’re going to build a house, or an office building, or a church building, the first thing you’ve gotta have is… a blueprint. If you don’t have a blueprint, they won’t let you build. Now you might ask – why do they call it a ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rev'd Up Part 15 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 22, 2018

We need to get Rev’d Up for Jesus’ Second Coming as we look at what is happening to our society and world. Many are saying the time is near and Revelation tells us to be ready at a moment’s notice. So, let’s get Rev’d up and be ready to meet Jesus!

Series: Rev’d Up Thesis of Series: We need to get Rev’d Up for Jesus’ Second Coming as we look at what is happening to our society and world. Many are saying the time is near and Revelation tells us to be ready at a moment’s notice. So, let’s get Rev’d up and be ready to meet Jesus! Key ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:11, Revelation 17:1-18, Revelation 18:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nehemiah's Wild Ride Part 2 Series

Contributed by John Braland on Sep 27, 2006

Today’s message is about being like Jesus. It’s about putting feet under you faith and taking action. It’s about getting off the bench and into the game and when you leave today I hope you get it. I hope you understand how significant you are in the Ki

A mother was preparing pancakes for sons, Kevin who is 5, and Ryan who is 3. The boys began to argue over who would get the first pancake. Their mother saw the opportunity for a moral lesson so she said: “If Jesus were sitting here, He would say, "Let my brother have the first pancake. I can ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:7-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When In Romans…

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Feb 2, 2011

Today I’d like to cover 2 main areas: 1) The setting of Romans so we can better understand what Paul was trying to accomplish when he wrote under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, and 2) Paul’s opening words in Romans 1:1-7 as he greets the believers at

When in Romans… Romans 1:1-7 -Today marks the beginning of a new series through the book of Romans. Romans gives us one of the most complete, yet concise presentations of the good news about Jesus (aka “the gospel”) that there is. -There have been many great people who have ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Purpose For Christ Series

Contributed by Herbert Armstrong Bosantog on Nov 6, 2012

When you are BROKEN, remove the thinking of, “Well, if the Lord wants to BLESS me, He’ll BLESS me.” EVERYTHING is UNDER YOUR CONTROL! You are a CHILD of GOD! The Lord have ALREADY BLESSED (w/o FINDING FAULT) you, it’s all up to you to POSSESS it! RISE UP,

“KNOWING your IDENTITY. Why am I here for?” I. P - POSSESSION through CHRIST. II. P - POSITION in CHRIST. III. P - PURPOSE for CHRIST. Scripture – Luke 15:28-32 (Good News Translation): 28The older brother was so angry that he would not go into the house; so his father came out and begged him to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:28-32

Denomination: *other

Wings Of Mercy Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Dec 8, 2014

God takes us, sinners one and all – spiritual waifs, to be honest – and he “marries” himself to us. He redeems us from the estrangement sin has caused in our lives. He takes us under his wings; he covers us with his cloak. And we are restored.

One of the characters in Kent Haruf’s novel Plainsong is Victoria, a seventeen-year-old girl who is four months pregnant. When her boyfriend finds out about her condition, he breaks up with her. And when her mother finds out, she kicks her out of the house and says to her, “You got ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"the Tale Of Two Mothers" Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Feb 2, 2023

No, it's not about the two mothers before King Solomon. It's the question "Who is Your Mother" ... Sarah or Hagar? Freedom in the promise of God's grace, or still living under the law given at Sinai. Figurative language used by Paul regarding two covenants.

In Jesus Holy Name February 5, 2023 Text: Galatians 4:22-23 Redeemer “The Tale of Two Mothers” There is a great story in I Kings that explains the wisdom of Solomon. When Solomon became king after his father David died he ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-7, Galatians 4:21-31

Denomination: Lutheran