Sermons on Unruly Behavior:

Wisdom From Above Series

Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Oct 3, 2018

A sermon on wisdom. James says that God gave us our bodies to receive gifts from Him, and wisdom is just one of those things. This sermon also describes and applies the wisdom from above

As a kid, did your parents ever put soap in your mouth? I can admit that it once happened to me. It is one of the earliest memories that I have. I can still remember sitting on the bathroom counter of our apartment, with a bitter, unpleasant, ivory colored bar of soap in my mouth that ...read more

Scripture: James 4:6, James 3:13-18

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Be Deliriously Happy Series

Contributed by Jerry Owen on Mar 30, 2017

Every person in the world is looking for something or someone to make them happy. But, happiness most often eludes people. Jesus teaches us how to be blessed by God and find true happiness in His teaching in the Sermon on the Mount.

HOW TO BE DELIRIOUSLY HAPPY MATTHEW 5:1-11 All of the world seeks to be happy and fulfilled in life. Truth is most people never really find what they are looking for. * In 1965, The Rolling Stones went from being just another band to one of the greatest bands of all times with the release of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Reason For Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 10, 2018

Message 1 in our exposition of Colossians exploring Paul's greeting and thanksgiving.

Chico Alliance Church “A Reason for Thanksgiving” Introduction We begin a new series of messages from Paul’s letter to the church at Colossi. This was an inland town on the main commercial thoroughfare between east and west. The city’s location brought it to a position of wealth and influence. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-2

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Anatomy Of A Fool

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 20, 2018

Everyone has played the fool. How does one become wise?

Anatomy of a Fool Psalm 14:1-7 Psalm 14 is one of two Psalms which begin with the words: “The fool has said in his heart: ‘There is no God.” The two very similar psalms each describe the characteristics of a fool. The Bible says that the fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom. The contrast ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 14:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What's In The Stars Series

Contributed by Coz Von on Jul 24, 2018

What makes horoscopes credible? The basic theory of astrology is that the orbits and alignments of the sun, moon, and planets control our fait and destiny.

Gemini. “You’re excellent when the pressure is up. There’s a snag at work. Make sure to do a thorough diagnosis of the problem before you ask for help.” Capricorn. “Stick to the plan. On important matters, ask for proof. Your social life requires you to know when to keep quiet and when to speak up. ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pride Revealed In A Dream Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Nov 2, 2021

This chapter deals with sinful pride.

Well, we finally made it to chapter 4 in the Book of Daniel. This chapter deals with sinful pride. People who are filled with pride exalt themselves and demean others. That pride is sinful because it belittles and sometimes oppresses others. Sinful pride can cause rulers to subject people and ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Harsh Consequence Of A Private Faith

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 6, 2014

A look at why we need to be public in our belief and three things to help embolden our faith.

BELIEVING ON THE INSIDE: If what’s on the inside is real, it will make it out. - Luke 12:8-9. - Many people have the idea that as long as I have “Jesus in my heart” then I’m ok. - And often implicit with that is the idea that my faith can be a private thing. It’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With One Of The Most Challenging Bible Passages About Women Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 17, 2015

Three approaches to this passage where Paul says women should be silent, along with the greatest strength and greatest weakness of each argument.

WHAT DO YOU DO WITH THAT?! On first reading, there’s plenty in these verses to raise eyebrows. - 1 Timothy 2:11-15. THREE APPROACHES TO THESE VERSES: - These are not the only three possibilities, but I would argue that they are the three most prominent. 1. ARGUMENT #1: This Bible ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

Choosing Joy

Contributed by S. H. Mathews on Dec 17, 2015

Choosing to rejoice in the Lord leads to a gentle spirit, and to four virtues of a spiritual life.

Dr. Steve Mathews United Baptist Church December 13, 2015 Philippians 4:4-7 Choosing Joy I. Joy is a choice- vs. 4 4 Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice! Exposition: • Rejoicing in the Lord is a choice. Paul expects that his audience can do this. He repeats his ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

#11understanding Love: Beyond Duty

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 9, 2016

THIS IS THE 11TH LESSON ON UNDERSTANDING LOVE, it could be taught by itself. Love must reach beyond duty. We must love to love others. The person that needs your love the most probably deserves it the least.

#11 UNDERSTANDING LOVE: REAL LOVE GOES BEYOND THE DUTY... BEYOND HAVE TO... LOVE GIVES EXTRA EFFORT By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com THE PEOPLE THAT DESERVE YOUR LOVE THE LEAST, PROBABLY NEED IT THE MOST! LOVE SACRIFICE IS NOT MEASURED BY HOW MUCH? HOW MUCH IS ENOUGH? HOW DO I LOVE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Totem Pole Of Emotions And Attitudes

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 28, 2017

The Indian totem pole told a story. The higher on the pole the more important the lesson. Hurt people hurt people. Angry people anger people. We must have compassion and make a difference.

THE TOTEM POLE OF EMOTIONS and ATTITUDES By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Some fodder from Dr. Gary Brackett TOTEM POLE: a tall wooden pole that is carved and painted with symbols, figures, mask that represent family linage position or level. The order of rank of importance? ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:10, Proverbs 27:17, James 1:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Am From Missouri: Show Me State

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 7, 2017

GOD WANTS TO TEACH US TO LIVE BY FAITH NOT BY SIGHT. You can not always see, feel or reason what God is doing. We must learn to see beyond the visual fields of this world. Thomas said: I WILL BELIEVE WHEN I SEE. This is not faith.

I AM FROM MISSOURI --- I WILL BELIEVE IT WHEN I SEE IT! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com We have allow of people here from Missouri. In 1981 the Corvette plant moved from the crowded plant in St. Louis to Bowling Green, Kentucky. So many moved with GM here. One of my first ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5, John 10:24-29, Acts 26:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

As The World Turns Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 12, 2017

It seems we live in constant flux -- the world is changing and usually away from God. This lesson takes a look at how Daniel and his friends dealt with their world as it changed from Israel to Babylon.

1. War of the Worlds was written by HG Wells in 1897. It is one of the earliest stories of conflict between mankind and an extraterrestrial race. It was performed as a Halloween episode on radio by Orson Welles on OCT 30, 1938. It allegedly caused mass panic. It was presented as a series of News ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Three Threats Against The Family

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on May 24, 2017

There are threats against the biblical family that we should recognize

Introduction: Illustration “promiscuous Americans Illustration “A nation that embraces homosexuality will be destroyed” I. The Homosexual Agenda A. What does the Bible say about homosexuality? 1. In Leviticus 18:22 and 20:13 God’s word says it is an abomination to the Lord. 2. What ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 18:22, Deuteronomy 22:5, Psalm 51:5, Romans 8:38-39

Denomination: Baptist

Has The Resurrection Changed You?

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Mar 22, 2023

If we aren't in awe of the resurrection of Jesus as a historical event, we may only see it as a fairytale. The resurrection is scientifically impossible, but historically true. The resurrection is history-making, earth-shaking, life-transforming, and eternity-changing truth.

Jesus is the risen King who is victorious over death, recognized by His disciples, validated by Scripture, and enthroned over all creation. That truth changes our faith, theology, and life. The resurrection also changes our practical living. The resurrection isn't just a doctrine to believe, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-49

Denomination: Pentecostal