Sermons on Understanding His Ways:

Death Comes First

Contributed by Gary Christensen on Mar 9, 2016

We think that Life comes first, and death follows. But, think of death happening first, then Life follows. It happens when we first believe. We were DEAD in sin, until God brings us the word of LIFE. The butterfly seems to DIE, then comes back to LIFE!

Death comes first. "Unless a corn of wheat falls into the ground and dies, it abides alone. But, if it dies, it brings forth much fruit." (John 12:24) Let's begin with a very basic Universal Principle: “First comes Death,.. then comes Life!” I know, it sounds backwards. We ...read more

Scripture: John 12:24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lesson 11 -- Exhortation Against Error (James 1:16) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2021

Many have said, “God is the source of evil -- Instead, the He is the author of all that is good: every good gift and every perfect gift (v. 17) is from Him (v. 18).

Tom Lowe 1/30/2021 LESSON 11 -- EXHORTATION AGAINST ERROR (JAMES 1:16) Text: Do not be deceived, my beloved brethren. (James: 1:16; KJV) Introduction Many have said, “God is the source of evil -- Instead, the He is the author of all that is good: every good gift and every perfect gift (v. 17) ...read more

Scripture: James 1:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Obedience

Contributed by Pastor Duncan Shabane on May 21, 2020

Obedience is not a foundation of a christian life but it is a fruit of faith through the Word of God and power of the Holy Spirit

** the Bible says the Law can't produce faith in other words obeying the law doesn't produce a faith based life but believing in the Son of God produces an obedient based life ** Obedience___hupakoe (hoop-ak-o-ay)__Greek ___hupo---under ___akouo---to hear **obedience___ the character of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:16, Acts 1:8

Denomination: Other

Who's Boss

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Mar 19, 2019

Who’s boss? Is Jesus Christ really the Lord of your life? At this very moment, Jesus Christ is the Lord of your life, or He is not. Either you have surrendered your life to Him and He is running the show, or you are still at the help of your life.

Who’s Boss? Colossians 1:15-18 ; Philippians 2:5-11 1. God said He was Acts 2:36 2. Because of creation Colossians 1:15-18 3. Jesus said He was John 13:13 4. It is His destiny Phil 2:5-11 5. Because He bought us 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 6. God’s plan is best. Jeremiah 29:11 Who’s boss? ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-18, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Cure- The Comforter Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 14, 2023

This is the 132nd sermon in the series "Action". This is the 12th sermon from Romans.

Series: Action [#132] THE CURE- THE COMFORTER Romans 8:1-17 Introduction: This has been a challenging week. Last week I spoke about how weak we are on our own, and I was challenged most every day of this week. As we start Chapter 8, we find encouragement. At the end of Jesus earthly ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Quit- Having Joyful Leaders Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 9, 2022

This is the 119th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 21st sermon from 2 Corinthians.

Series: Action [#119] DON’T QUIT- HAVING JOYFUL LEADERS 2 Corinthians 12:11-21 Introduction: Today is always a tough Sermon for me to preach- Pastor Appreciation Day. I love telling stories about the people that God puts in my life and how He uses me and others for His glory; but I do not ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:11-21, Hebrews 13:17

Denomination: Baptist

A Country Preacher Preaching In The City

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 14, 2022

The affluent people of Israel were enjoying their life of luxury and prosperity. They had become careless, and complacent, mistreating poor people, and selling them into servitude. Then in walks a God-called man from a small country town, prophesying judgment, and preaching repentance.

The affluent people of Israel were enjoying their life of luxury and prosperity. They had become careless, and complacent, mistreating poor people, and selling them into servitude. Before long, Israel would be vanquished by Assyria, and the rich would become slaves. Then in walks a God-called man ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:14-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Breastplate Of Righteousness Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 29, 2019

This is the 2nd sermon in "The Armor Of God" series.

Series: The Armor Of God [#2] THE BREASTPLATE OF RIGHTEOUSNESS Ephesians 6:14 Introduction: Over the last several weeks, the subject of Spiritual Warfare has been a focus. We know that we are not supposed to take the fight to the Devil. We know that we are to put on the full armor of God and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14

Denomination: Baptist

7 Signs Of Jesus Coming

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Aug 16, 2019

What people can expect to see taking place.

12 Signs of Jesus coming 1. Deceptions Matthew 24: 4 And Jesus answered and said unto them, Take heed that no man deceive you. 5 For many shall come in my name, saying, I am Christ; and shall deceive many. 2. False Christ. Matthew 24: 24 For there shall arise false Christs, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Struggling

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 11, 2023

Christ Jesus will share our burdens and help us carry the loads of life.

Struggling – Matthew 11: 16- 30 Intro: Have you ever tried to tighten a screw with one of these (a butter knife)? It can be done; but, it is much easier to do it with the right one of these (a screw driver – 2 types: regular and fillips). It is even easier with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:16-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Crowns And Rewards Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 13, 2023

"For we must all stand before Christ to be judged. We will each receive whatever we deserve for the good or evil we have done in this earthly body."

A. INTRODUCTION: 7 FUTURE WORDS ? Rapture – Jesus comes. ? Crowns – Jesus rewards. ? Tribulation – Evil has its day. ? Glorious appearing – Jesus wraps all things. ? Millennium/1,000 years – God restores the earth. ? Judgment/hell – God punishes. ? Heaven – God’s reward. B. REWARDS 1. Who, all ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:10, Hebrews 10:17, 1 Corinthians 11:32

Denomination: Baptist

Question To Ask Before You Go Fishing Series

Contributed by Rick Chapman on Aug 31, 2023

Part 2 in the series about fishing.

QUESTION TO ASK BEFORE YOU GO FISHING John 21:1-6 21:1 After these things Jesus shewed himself again to the disciples at the sea of Tiberias; and on this wise shewed he himself. 21:2 There were together Simon Peter, and Thomas called Didymus, and Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, and the sons of ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Holiness Defined: Transformed By Truth 1 Peter 1:15-16 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 10, 2024

Today, we delve into the transformative power of truth as we explore the words of the Apostle Peter in 1 Peter 1:15-16. In these verses, Peter calls us to a life of holiness, pointing to the transformative impact of aligning our lives with the truth of God's Word.

Holiness Defined: Transformed by Truth 1 Peter 1:15-16 Introduction: Today, we delve into the transformative power of truth as we explore the words of the Apostle Peter in 1 Peter 1:15-16 (NLT). In these verses, Peter calls us to a life of holiness, pointing to the transformative impact of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:15-16, 1 Peter 1:15, 1 Peter 1:16, Psalm 99:9, 1 Thessalonians 4:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Danger Of Arrogance. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 20, 2024

The words arrogance, arrogant, proud, and haughty are mentioned over 200 times in the Bible and it is a behavior or attitude detested by God.

Verse: Proverbs 16:18, Luke 14:11, Romans 12:10 Arrogance is not just a behavioral issue but a character deficit, a heart issue. It's an attitude that elevates self above others and above God. In Proverbs 16:18, we're warned that "pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:10, Luke 14:11, Proverbs 16:18

A Prayer Against Divorce

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 21, 2024

The divorce rate among Christians should be nearly zero instead of being equal to the unbelievers.

Mal 2:14 Yet ye say, Wherefore? Because the LORD hath been witness between thee and the wife of thy youth, against whom thou hast dealt treacherously: yet is she thy companion, and the wife of thy covenant. Mal 2:15 And did not he make one? Yet had he the residue of the spirit. And wherefore one? ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:14-16, Hosea 2:6-7, Matthew 19:7-9

Denomination: Baptist