Sermons on Unswerving Loyalty:

Don’t Overdo It

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 19, 2018

AA study in the book of 1 Samuel 29: 1 – 11

1 Samuel 29: 1 – 11 Don’t overdo it 29 Then the Philistines gathered together all their armies at Aphek, and the Israelites encamped by a fountain which is in Jezreel. 2 And the lords of the Philistines passed in review by hundreds and by thousands, but David and his men passed in review at the ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Let Them Ask Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 19, 2017

When we face troubles in our life we should ask God for the wisdom to understand what He is doing in our lives.

Let Them Ask Text: James 1:5-8 Introduction 1. Illustration: Automaker Henry Ford asked electrical genius Charlie Steinmetz to build the generators for his factory. One day the generators ground to a halt, and the repairmen couldn't find the problem. So Ford called Steinmetz, who tinkered with ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-8

Denomination: Methodist

Thomas: A Disciple Under Pressure Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 21, 2025

The overall word that described what Thomas was dealing with was: pressure.

THOMAS: A DISCIPLE UNDER PRESSURE JOHN 11:1-16 #ApostleThomas INTRODUCTION… Known for one thing Some people are known for one thing. We sometimes call that “a one shot wonder” or a signature or a trademark. We can also use the phrase “one trick pony” or notorious. Some people are known for one ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Help Against Enemies”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jul 14, 2002

July 21, 2002 -- NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST -- Proper 11 Psalm 86:11-17 Teach me your way, O LORD, and I will walk in your truth. (Ps. 86:11) Color: Green Psalm 86 Title: “Help against Enemies”

July 21, 2002 -- NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST -- Proper 11 Psalm 86:11-17 Teach me your way, O LORD, and I will walk in your truth. (Ps. 86:11) Color: Green Psalm 86 Title: “Help against Enemies” 1 Incline your ear, O LORD, and answer me, for I am poor and needy. 2 Preserve my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 86:1-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Failure Is Not Fatal If..... Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 7, 2003

Failure Is Not Fatal if – We Recognize that Everyone Fails! We Remember that God’s Love and Forgiveness Is not Dependent On Our Success! We Learn and Grow From Our Failures! We Put Our Failures Behind Us and Go On!

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 63 “Failure Is Not Fatal If … ” Luke 22:54-62 Do you realize that although there are winners at the Olympic games every four years, 90% of the best athletes in the world did not win a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:54-62, Luke 22:54-64, Luke 19:1

Denomination: Baptist

The God Who Answers By Fire Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 31, 2004

Part 5 in Elijah series - God’s passion and God’s purification

1 Kings 18:16-24, 30-40 – The God Who Answers by Fire I’m told of an occasion when Satan got into an argument with Jesus about who had the greater power. Satan said, “I can do anything you can do only better.” Jesus replied, “OK, prove it. Go ahead and try creating a man.” Satan said, “No ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:16-40

Denomination: Baptist

Experiencing Eternal Life"

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Apr 5, 2004

Why did Jesus suffer and die on the cross of Calvary? We find the answer in our Scripture text, John 3:16, (The Golden Text of the Bible) “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but hav

“Experiencing Eternal Life” John 3:14-18 Today is Palm Sunday – the first day of what is known as the beginning of Holy Week for the Christian world. On this Sunday Jesus made His triumphant entry into Jerusalem. Luke 19:37-38: Jesus rode into the city on a young donkey. “When he came to ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-18

Denomination: Free Methodist

Prince Of Peace...?

Contributed by Chris Tiller on Nov 15, 2005

A look at Jesus’ statements about coming to bring not peace, but division.

With this speech, Jesus certainly grabs our attention. “Do you think that I have come to bring peace on earth? No, I tell you, but division.” It’s not exactly what most of us come to church on Sunday morning hoping to hear. To a large extent our families are what make us who we are, where we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-53

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sue Your Own Mother! Series

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Feb 12, 2009

Our relationship with God can require a strained relationship with others when we take sin seriously and need to avoid it.

I was watching an old movie on television and I heard a line that I’d missed before. The villain of this comedy was talking on the phone and said something like: “Sure, I know what kind of low-down person would sue his own mother, but we’re not talking about me!” It caught me off-guard and I had ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 2:2-23

Denomination: *other

What Am I To Believe Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Feb 3, 2011

What we believe controls how we live, as opposed to what we "SAY" we believe. Here are 4 truths we need to believe.

What am I to “Believe?” Hebrews 3:1-19 * Blessed or Busted by God, which is it? If you were standing before Jehovah today, would He give you a word of blessing or would He view your life as unsatisfactory? Today we conclude this series of messages & hopefully, make the decision to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

One Nation Under...?

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 19, 2011

Our nation should have a fear of the Lord.

“One Nation Under ...?” July 3, 2011 FBC Chester, IL Dr. Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A Ask not what your country can do for you, but you can do for your country; We hold these truths to be self-evident that all men are created equal and are endowed by the their Creator with ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

We Become Like We Worship

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jul 11, 2010

An underlying premise of The Revelation is that all humankind has a devotion to one God or another and we become like that which we worship.

WE BECOME LIKE WHAT WE WORSHIP* Revelation 5:1-14 Sermon Objective: An underlying premise of The Revelation is that all humankind has a devotion to one God or another and we become like that which we worship. INTRO: When my daughter was about four years old, I began to notice how she imitated ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14

Denomination: Nazarene

Family Strong: Finances Series

Contributed by Tim White on Feb 26, 2015

The scriptures address one of the most troubling issues of marriage.

Family Strong: Finances Matthew 6:19-24 Please be patient with the message today. It is one of our least favorites, typically. But before we begin, I am going to ask Stephen to come and share a testimony. • Stephen’s Testimony • In Family Strong, we have discussed the marriage ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

Hardships Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 22, 2019

When we face times of hardship, it can be confusing and stressful. As God did when He dealt with the Israelites as they wandered for forty years, God has a purpose for you when you inflicted with hardships.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • I think all of us either have, are, or will deal with hardships in our life. • When we are a Christian, these times can be confusing to us because we have the idea that belonging to Jesus somehow shields us from hardships in life. • Either while you are in the midst of a ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Harsh Words Of Jesus

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Aug 11, 2016

The world wants peace... remember the Coca Cola song? Jesus notes that his peace is different ant this text is about "judgment" in regards to his Messiah ship. There is evil in the world... our own selfish nature would desire that we build bigger barns.

In Jesus Holy Name August 14, 2016 Luke 12:49,51 “The Harsh Words of Jesus” People want peace and harmony. We want peace and harmony for our families, for our communities and for our world. Personal security and national security are big issues in our communities. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-52

Denomination: Lutheran