Sermons on Unwillingness:

The Fast God Chooses

Contributed by Rev Ken Shedenhelm on Feb 8, 2014

While we try to please God on our own terms, God wants us to live for Him. We call it a "fast" when we do without a self-serving behavior for a limited period of time, but what God calls a "fast" is a life dedicated to serving others.

Abou ben Adhem had a dream. He awakened with a start to find an angel in his room, writing in a golden book. He said to the angel, “What writest thou?” and the angel replied, “The names of those who love the Lord.” “And is mine one?” he inquired. “Nay, not ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Forgive Endlessly Series

Contributed by Todd Stiles on Oct 26, 2006

Forgiving endlessly is the doorway to spiritual breakthroughs, and may be the missing link in your search for spiritual power.

“Forgive Endlessly” (Luke 17:1-10) Welcome to FFC’s 50-Day Adventure! And our journey begins with a close look inside the issue of forgiveness. In fact, I’ve come to believe that few things are as hard to do as forgive. Yes, forgiveness is probably the single, most difficult thing to do. But when ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Grace And Risk

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 1, 2006

Jesus calls us to take risks for Him. What have we risked today?

GRACE AND RISK Matthew 25:14-30 INTRO: Jimmy Draper, in his 1984 SBC address, spoke of visiting missionaries who risk their lives for the sake of the Gospel. He noted how little he, by comparison, risks. Most of us can say the same thing. Has Christ called us to risk for Him? I. A PARABLE OF ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

Failures Of The Foolish

Contributed by David King on Mar 4, 2007

Left behind when I was so sure I would go.

Text Matthew 25:1-13 Matt 25:13.. Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh. KJV INTRO: The parable concerning the ten virgins isn’t a new one to the church world. It has been preached upon many different times and many different ways. I suppose ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Paul Was Persuaded, How About You?

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Aug 23, 2012

The price of Redemption had been paid at the Cross, however until Jesus brought His precious blood into the Holy of Holies made without hands, the Redemption of the purchased possession (THE CHURCH) was still in expectation, not possession.

Romans 8:1-4, 35-39 Why could Paul say this? -Because he knew that Jesus came to make “redemption of the transgressions that were under the first testament.” Heb. 9:15 -Because he knew that the Law was a “shadow of good things to come.” Heb. 10:1 -Because he knew that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Positive Leadership Circumvents Church Problems Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 21, 2012

RIGHT NOW, THIS SECTION OF ACTS WE ARE IN IS FOCUSED ON CHURCH PROBLEMS AND DIFFICULTIES. IN CHAPTER 5 WE SAW TWO PROBLEMS BESET THE CHURCH, ONE INTERNAL, AND THE OTHER EXTERNAL. NOW, IN CHAPTER 6, WE HAVE A NEW DIFFICULTY. A DIFFICULTY THAT WILL RESUL

POSITIVE LEADERSHIP CIRCUMVENTS CHURCH PROBLEMS Acts 6:1-7 In those days when the number of disciples was increasing, the Grecian Jews among them complained against the Hebraic Jews because their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution of food. 2 So the Twelve gathered all the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Body Of Moses Series

Contributed by Jerry Smith on Oct 12, 2020

we are going to get into another teaching that is nowhere else in the Bible as we learn about the arch angel Michael disputed with the Devil over the body of Moses.

Tonight, we are going to get into another teaching that is nowhere else in the Bible as we learn about the arch angel Michael disputed with the Devil over the body of Moses. Before we get to verse 9, we need to pick up in verse 8. 8In the very same way, Links back to what he was just saying in ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Roots - Growth In Character Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 13, 2023

In God’s plan you can have fruitfulness, happiness and fulfillment, you can have a breakthrough.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. If God has called you to a certain place, at a certain time, for a certain job, to fulfill your certain dream, no matter how unfruitful it may look. Grow where God plants you and be fruitful. 2. Edmund McIlhenny had a beautiful plantation in Louisiana before Civil War destroyed ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-33, Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Baptist

The Dangers Of Poverty Mentality Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 6, 2024

Poverty mentality is a mindset that perpetuates limitations, fear, and scarcity.

Poverty mentality is a mindset that perpetuates limitations, fear, and scarcity. It is a dangerous mindset that can hold individuals back from achieving their full potential and living a life of abundance. From a biblical perspective, poverty mentality is not only harmful but also contrary to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:40, Proverbs 23:7, Hebrews 11:6, Philippians 4:19

The Signs Of Foolishness

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 14, 2025

Foolishness begins in the heart but manifests through actions, speech, and decisions. As believers, we must constantly check our lives to ensure we are walking in wisdom.

THE SIGNS OF FOOLISHNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 14:16 Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 10:3, Proverbs 1:7, Proverbs 18:2, Matthew 25:1-13 INTRODUCTION: Foolishness is not only a matter of ignorance or lack of education — it is a spiritual condition that is revealed through ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Nehemiah’s Story Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 31, 2011

Nehemiah gives us an example of what to do when we face disasters in this world and how at times God calls us to take a risk for the sake of others. We need to learn to call on God in crisis then go to work!

Series: BC Justice League Opening thoughts to the series - “BC justice league” – God’s biblical super heroes before Christ. Over the last few weeks we have been sharing the power of the story! We have been looking at how a person’s life can make a difference in the eternal realm of God. ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

1 Corinthians 13 Part 5: Unbreakable Love Series

Contributed by David Petticrew on Mar 28, 2004

Love never gives up and endures through all circumstances, it is unbreakable.

Introduction Welcome to our penultimate sermon on love in 1 Corinthians 13. Love is at the heart of Christianity, we saw that God is love and that we must love as a response. The world is calling out for real love, the Beatles sang I just need somebody to love. Love is such a popular theme in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Holiness

Free At Last

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jun 3, 2010

True freedom comes from a relationship with Jesus Christ.

“Free At Last!” Exodus 1:8-2:10 It didn’t matter how diligently he worked – the slave driver would still crack the whip on his back. Under the pain, his muscles always stiffened, ready to rebel. But he never did – because he cherished life more than death, even harsh ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Break Up Your Fallow Ground

Contributed by Ron Theis on Jul 1, 2010

My first sermon at HBC. A message that will challenge you to give all your heart to God and see the results in will bring to your life and your church.

BREAK UP YOUR FALLOW GROUNDHosea 10:12IntroductionA.  What to say on the first day?1. Many will talk about vision.a. We already have one…it’s posted on the wall.b. I’ve had three weeks to come up with what I will share with you this morning.c. Only God waited until Monday night to ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 10:12

Denomination: Baptist

Would Jesus Really Condemn Someone To Hell?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 10, 2011

A look at some of the basics of why there has to be a hell.

- Hell is a subject that most Christians (and preachers) would just as soon avoid. - Hell is one of the most difficult subjects in the Bible. What do you do with the mocking “God is love and if you don’t love Him He’ll send you to hell!”? - We’re going to address ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:24-27

Denomination: Baptist