Sermons on Validate:

Giving God Your Worst

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on May 21, 2020

In the Book of Malachi we see Israelites dishonoring the Lord by offering animals as sacrifices that they would cull out of their herds and flocks. We also see priests dishonoring the Lord by actually offering these detestable non-sacrifices. Do we offer the Lord our best or our worst?

Malachi 1:6-14 (This sermon is a shorter sermon due to being delivered via Facebook/Live during the Covid-19 shutdown) Today we will be reading from Malachi 1:6-14 If you would like to turn to that passage in your Bibles … (Explain where it is found) It is important to know what the situation ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:6-14, Malachi 1:1-5, Malachi 3:16, Deuteronomy 6:5

Denomination: Nazarene

The Word Of God And Righteousness Series

Contributed by Freedom Obanijesu on May 26, 2020

Since when I was saved I have seen many so called Christians suffering from self-condemnation and guilt which is quite wrong.

Since when I was saved I have seen many Christians suffering from self-condemnation and guilt. Having suffered myself of the same I know what it means to feel self-condemned and guilty. But I don’t need to share my own experiences. The Bible explained the fact in 1 John 3:21-22 that when our heart ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:21-22, Romans 3:20-28, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Galatians 3:26

Denomination: Bible Church

Christian Challenge Sermon Iii: Making Changes For The Better Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Dec 11, 2019

In times like these, Christian influence changes life for the better and makes a distinct difference in the lives of others, except when it comes to breaking the law. Honor God's Commandments!

CHRISTIAN CHALLENGE SERMON IV: MAKING CHANGES FOR THE BETTER Have you, like me, ever been at odds with the law - for example: Have you ever been ticketed for a traffic violation? How did you handle your lawlessness? Stopped by a police officer for not coming to a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20, Matthew 5:21-26

Let Your Light Shine

Contributed by Lola Olanrewaju on Dec 30, 2019

Shining your light is about making a mark, making a difference, ignoring the negative opinion of others and being a positive influencer. Your light is the most wonderful parts of your life that reflects your special character and the way you will influence the world by sharing the love of Jesus .

What does it mean to shine your light? I believe shining your light is about making a mark, making a difference, ignoring the negative opinion of others and being a positive influencer. And I think “your light” is that special, unique, one-of-a-kind thing that the Lord has deposited in you to make ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:16, John 1:4-5, Matthew 5:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spread The Word Despite The Odds Sermon Vii: Faithfulness Epitomized By Philip Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jan 15, 2020

In anti-Christian environments, mature Christians are called upon to be faithful by continuing the work that Jesus began both to teach and to do - willing to cross all kinds of barriers to carry the gospel to any and every one.

PHILIP EPITOMIZED FAITHFULNESS . . . (Acts 8) Stephen was dead. He had been stoned to death due to his boldness in telling the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth about the sin of rejection and the absolute necessity for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:4-38

Lord, Open My Ears To The Spirit Of Counsel

Contributed by James Dina on Oct 30, 2020

Listen to advice and accept instruction, that you may gain wisdom in the future. Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand.

LORD, OPEN MY EARS TO THE SPIRIT OF COUNSEL "The ear that listens to life-giving reproof will dwell among the wise."(Proverbs 15:31 ) To make vision work, it must be coupled with instruction. Jesus excelled not just because He had a vision, but because His ears were tuned to hear ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:31, Psalm 33:11, Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

This Is Not Fake News

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 2, 2017

Fake news needs to be confonted with the "true truth" of God's Word. Central to this is the bodily resurrection of the dead.

This is Not Fake News! 1 Corinthians 15:1-19 The world today is suffering from an epidemic of “fake news” today. Fake news is the product of post-modern thinking in which each individuals interpretation is equally valid. Therefore, “fake news” can be found all over social media. There was fake new ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-19, 1 Corinthians 15:1-11, 1 Corinthians 15:12-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Reformation

Contributed by Richard L. Brown on Oct 29, 2016

This sermon takes a brief look at the errors of the Church that gave birth to the Reformation and puts forth an argument for the need of a new reformation.

Luke 18:35-43 (New International Version) A Blind Beggar Receives His Sight 35 As Jesus approached Jericho, a blind man was sitting by the roadside begging. 36When he heard the crowd going by, he asked what was happening. 37 They told him, "Jesus of Nazareth is passing by." 38 He called out, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:35-43

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Does God Let Bad Things Thwart Or Stop His Work? Lesson 12 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 25, 2017

Evil strategy against the church

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Jim Bakker’s sin collapsed PTL, the second most viewed TV channel. 2. Ignorance: A pastor is killed in his airplane in a snow storm (biggest soul winning church in Canada declined in numbers). 3. Argument: Pastor’s children disagree, fight and eventually the church is lost to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

Time For Meat

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 5, 2019

Quit sucking milk and get a knife for meat!

Having spent almost sixty-seven years on this planet and saved in 1975 I have a bit of experience in some areas. I have been in some aspect of ministry almost from the start. I have had opportunities to live in several states and serve in various churches and ministries. What I have noticed, as ...read more

Scripture: John 3:12, Hebrews 5:11-14, 1 Corinthians 13:11, 1 Corinthians 3:2

Denomination: Baptist

(Section 9) Why The Gap Theory Won't Work

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 20, 2018

Henry Morris, a Young Earth believer, debates that the Old Earth is impossible.

IX. Why The Gap Theory Won't Work by Henry M. Morris http://www.icr.org/pubs/btg-a/btg-107a.htm A. Those who advocate the gap theory agree that the six days of the creation week were literal days, but they interpret them only as days of recreation, with God creating again many of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Trusting Jesus For Provisions For Life And Ministry

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 27, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Trusting Jesus for Provisions for Life and Ministry

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Trusting Jesus for Provisions for Life and Ministry Luke 9:10-20 Chapters 8 and 9 are about Jesus’ power and authority over every obstacle to ministry. It is no different in our present passage. Here Jesus demonstrates to his disciples that he has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:10-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tips On Being A Callcenter Agent

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 8, 2015

Tips on being a callcenter agent on a CHRISTian's perspective

Tips on being a callcenter agent 1. Top priority: 6-8 hrs. Of sleep per day. If you like to reach your quota, first reach your quota of sleep. Make sure you are always at peak level w/ energy left. 2. Healthy foods/diet only - avoid junk food, eat only foods that are essential for energy, stay ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Three Of The Oldest Church Traditions Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 9, 2015

Because the disciples were very human, and because human nature hasn’t changed, they exemplified three established traditions that are every bit as common in the church today.

Three of the Oldest Church Traditions (Mark 10:32-45) 1. We all live within the boundaries of routines and patterns; but they do not always hold true. 2. Two old friends bumped into one another on the street one day. One of them looked forlorn, almost on the verge of tears. His friend asked, "What ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45

Denomination: Independent/Bible

We Are All On A Journey, Don't Get Lost

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 20, 2015

We are all on a journey to somewhere? Do you realize there is more to life than your destination. How about your ATTITUDE? How will your attitude affect your journey?

WE ARE ALL ON A JOURNEY... THERE IS MORE TO A JOURNEY THAN JUST YOUR DESTINATION. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com THE JOURNEY? THE DESTINATION? On April 18, 1995, 20,000 people gathered to hear that JOE MONTANA was announcing his RETIREMENT AFTER 16 SEASONS AS QUARTERBACK in the NFL. ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God