Sermons on Verses:

Genesis 31

Contributed by Jacob Brimm on Apr 21, 2021

When God is with you, it doesn’t matter where you are – you are still within His reach! And when you are within His reach, He can bless you! But that does not mean life will be easy!

Gen 31 At the end of Chapter 30 we are told that Jacob had become very rich with many flocks, female and male slaves, and camels and donkeys. I want you to remember: Gen 28:15 – GOD SAYS: “I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go – I will bring you back to this land – I will not ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Heard The Voice Of The Lad

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Nov 9, 2002

In a world where youth are crying everyday because of parental abandonment and life’s pressures, it is good to know that God hears the voice of the lad.

Introduction: In our text, Abraham is torn between two families. He loved both Ishmael and Isaac. But as often is the case, he had to choose. Thus, he choose Sarah and Isaac. Reluctantly he sent Hager and Ishmael away. In great pain and depression, Hager ended up in the wilderness of Beersheba with ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

"Why Are There So Many Songs About Rainbows?" Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 10, 2003

The rainbow is a sign of God’s covenant of grace.

Genesis 9:1-17 February 9, 2003 This morning I want to open with the words of one of the great philosophers of our age - Kermit the Frog Kermit: Why are there so many songs about rainbows And what’s on the other side? Rainbows are visions, but only illusions, And rainbows have nothing to hide. So ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:1-17, 1 Corinthians 11:25

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Your Spiritual Handicap

Contributed by Mark Atherton on Mar 29, 2001

A look at the steps of salvation

Overcoming Your Spiritual Handicap Luke 5:17-26 1. Recognition of need verses 18-19 Hungry peopole find food. God hungry people find God. 2. Knew where to go. verse 18--"to lay him before Jesus" 3. Removed something. verse 19--Example of repentance. Something must be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-26

Denomination: Holiness

How To Understand Death On This Side Of Eternity Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Apr 24, 2024

Only as we include God and His Word can we have peace and hope. Psalm 116:15, “Precious in the sight of the Lord.”

Paul spoke of our future home in 2 Corinthians 5:1-2, 6-8. Jesus spoke about our home in Heaven in John 14:1-6. I have often said, “Life is a continual adjustment, but not for the deceased.” They have made their last adjustment. Hebrews 9:27 says, “Once to die…” I wonder how many adjustments Martha ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27, 2 Corinthians 5:1-2, John 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Exodus 8:1 - 11:10 The Plagues

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 18, 2024

This story isn't really about Moses, it's not really about the Israelites, and it's not really about the Egyptians; it's about God revealing himself to men and it's about God dealing with the condition of men's hearts.

We are in Exodus chapter 8 this morning, and we're actually going to go through chapter 11, so you'll want to order a pizza. I'll try to get any of you out of here by five o'clock this evening; it's going to be a long one. Alright, now we'll try and keep it short, but what ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In Defense Of Jesus (John 5:1-30) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 22, 2022

Jesus isn't a sinner, making himself equal to God. He's God's faithful son, doing just as his Father has shown him, doing the job the Father gave him to do.

I started this series by saying that everything in life depends on getting Jesus right. So far in the book of John, we've read about how Jesus is the lamb of God, the preexistent one, the savior of the world. He is also God. Now, how can Jesus be God, and the Father be God? Are there two ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-30

The Grain Offering Series

Contributed by Todd Stiles on Jan 19, 2011

The grain offering appears to have followed the burnt offering and consisted of flour and oil. Though it too provided a "soothing aroma", it was not totally consumed in fire but shared with the priests. Thus its purpose was not to secure atonement. This o

Offering: Living & Giving for the Glory of God Study of Leviticus The Grain Offering Leviticus 2:1-16 First Family Church 317 S.E. Magazine Rd. Ankeny, IA 50021 www.firstfamilyministries.com Transcript of Message by Todd Stiles January 16, 2011 Let’s continue in that course today as we see ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 2:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Anatomy Of Conflict (Part 1)

Contributed by Tony Miano on Jun 2, 2001

This morning we’ll begin our study of the anatomy of conflict by looking at conflict with others and the conflicts we face within ourselves. Next week we will spend our time studying what conflict with God looks like.

The Anatomy of Conflict (Part 1) James 4:1-3 Preached By Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church June 3, 2001 Introduction: It seems apropos that after Eric’s teaching on the importance of knowing love in order to know genuine holiness in our lives we would spend time this morning looking ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-3

Denomination: *other

Christ's Equality With God

Contributed by Tony Miano on Dec 15, 2000

We’re going to look at Jesus’ equality with God in nature, His equality with God in power, and His equality with God in authority.

Christ’s Equality With God John 10:30 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church December 17, 2000 Introduction: We are getting closer and closer to Christmas. I hope that all of you have your shopping done. I hope all of you have your houses sufficiently decorated. I hope ...read more

Scripture: John 10:30, John 5:21-23

Denomination: *other

The Anatomy Of Conflict (Part 2)

Contributed by Tony Miano on Jun 18, 2001

This morning, as we continue our study of the anatomy of conflict, we’re going to begin to look at the worst of all forms of conflict—conflict with God, and how friendship with the world and ignorance to the truths of Scripture help to create this conflict.

The Anatomy of Conflict (Part 2) James 4:4-5 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church June 10, 2001 Introduction: For those of you who couldn’t be with us last week, we began looking at the anatomy of conflict. James gives us the details of that anatomy in the first six verses ...read more

Scripture: James 4:4-5

Denomination: *other

Punishment Pays For Sin (Exodus 32:15-35, Isaiah 53:1-6) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 10, 2023

Sometimes, God is unwilling to "carry" sin; it has to be paid for through punishment. This idea, supported by Isaiah 40, unlocks the Suffering Servant of Isaiah 53. Jesus atoned, by taking the punishment of our sin.

Let's start today by rereading last week's passage Exodus 32:1-14: (1) and the people saw that Moses was delayed in coming down from the mountain, and the people gathered/assembled before Aaron, and they said to him, "Rise up. Make for us elohim who shall walk/go before ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:15-35, Isaiah 40:1-2, Isaiah 53:1-6, Numbers 25:1-13

Testing Loyalty Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 30, 2013

David put his covenant friendship with Jonathan to the test. He does so by putting his life in Jonathan's hand. It is the occasion for a confirmation of the covenant between them & also of a very sad parting.

The Life of David: David's Early Years 1 SAMUEL 20:1-23 TESTING LOYALTY This is a sad chapter in the lives of Saul, Jonathan and David. David goes to Jonathan convinced that Saul is intent on putting him to death. David is seeking to learn what he has done to cause Saul to feel this way ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 20:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Born Again But Names Blotted Out, Because They Refuse One Small Thin

Contributed by Coz Von on Apr 25, 2014

You might die the second death should you refuse to study this entire message - but it is not my call! OK, you believe the entire Bible, and you have the truth. but without knowing you might be misinterpreting just .01% of truth, without even knowing it!

And he said, you were brought in Gods Kingdom and you emit rays of light, just like a candle. don't hide it. You have knowledge and it will set you free, but only if you don't ignore it! Don't cover it up Jesus said, you have heard the truth, let it remain in you and it will set you free Mar 4:21 ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is It Good To Not Touch A Woman? (1 Corinthians 7:1-17) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 14, 2022

For most people, the answer is this: you should have a spouse, you should "have" your spouse, and your spouse should "have" you.

Let's start today, by simply reading 1 Corinthians 7:1: (1) Now, concerning the things which you wrote, "[it is] good for a man, a woman/wife not to touch." [a woman/wife is focused in Greek]. This sentence is almost certainly a Corinthian slogan that Paul is quoting. Paul not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-17