Sermons on Vicious Habits:

Through Hope Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 5, 2019

Hope is a significant key to finding in the journey of life because it is a wonderful gift from God and it will become a source of strength and courage in the face of life’s severest trials. Hope will bring you joy when you think there is no joy! Hope will help you see the light in the darkness!

Series: Finding Joy in The Journey Series: We need to find joy in the journey! Thesis of series: Joy needs to be experienced in the journey of life! But Joy, like any other attitude, can come and go. It is not guaranteed simply because we are born again believers because storms will blow in and out ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14, 2 Corinthians 4:1-18, Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ordering Her Priorities

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 8, 2023

Making the Lord your priority leads to His blessing.

“The word of the LORD came to [Elijah], ‘Arise, go to Zarephath, which belongs to Sidon, and dwell there. Behold, I have commanded a widow there to feed you.’ So, he arose and went to Zarephath. And when he came to the gate of the city, behold, a widow was there gathering sticks. And he called ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

Breakthrough Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 19, 2023

Christians who want a breakthrough – who desire freedom need to realize whether they are being led around by their soul (their fleshly desires) or by their spirit (The desires of Jesus).

Opening video: Exodus – Bondage to Freedom Series: Mens Seminar Watershed! Thesis: We are in a cosmic war and for the most part that war is within – in our minds – with our spirit and with our flesh (the soulish realm). The truth is our spirit, or our fleshly appetites and mindsets dictate how we ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-5, Romans 12:1-2, Hebrews 4:12-13, Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Laws On Servitude (Exodus 21:1-11) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Sep 3, 2022

Do what you have to do to pay the bills (vs. 1-6). And the "law of the daughter," which protects vulnerable women from being mistreated

Laws on "servitude" (Exodus 21:1-11) The past five weeks, we've explored five different rabbit trails connected to Exodus, one way or another. We talked about burnt offerings, and fellowship offerings. Then, we talked about three keys, of sorts, that help us understand how to read ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 21:1-11

The Book Of Eli - Study The Word Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Sep 5, 2022

This sermon focuses on the core value of discipleship and the importance of studying God's Word in order to develop deeply rooted disciples.

We are continuing our discussion about what we call the four core values: worship, discipleship, outreach, and community. This week’s focus is on discipleship. Keep in mind that we are not interested in any type of discipleship, but what I refer to as deep-rooted discipleship. Discipleship ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 7:9-10, Acts 17:11, Matthew 4:4, Matthew 4:7, 2 Timothy 3:16, Matthew 4:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

A Dove On Distant Oaks Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 7, 2022

Fleeing for his life because the king was determined to kill him, David fled from one dangerous situation only to enter into another dangerous situation. Where does a child of God go when danger is all around?

For the choir director: according to “A Silent Dove Far Away.” A Miktam of David. When the Philistines seized him in Gath. Be gracious to me, God, for a man is trampling me; he fights and oppresses me all day long. My adversaries trample me all day, for many arrogantly fight against me. When ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 27, 2024

This lesson explores the power of prayer in the name of Jesus. It also presents the associated practice of fasting. Prayer and fasting are powerful principles which release the power of God in the lives of believers.

SERIES: UNDERSTANDING POWER PRINCIPLES THE POWER OF PRAYER - POWER PRINCIPLE SIX OBJECTIVES: • Explain how prayer and fasting release God's power. • Define prayer. • Identify various levels of prayer. • Identify various types of prayer. • Identify hindrances to prayer. • Define ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Oneness Through Lowliness - Philippians 2:2-3 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 23, 2022

How do you find a win-win in a conflict?

For an audio version of this sermon, visit https://www.treasuringgod.com Philippians 2:1 If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, 2 then make my joy complete by being ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:2-3

Spiritual Adulting Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Jul 27, 2022

There is a principle in life about separation. It's a principle that says that our identity is not found in participation in the world's activities.

I talked with a man this week. He's thirty-nine years old. His name is Reggie. He works at ShopRite. So you might see him there. Should you come in contact with him, you can greet him as I did. We were talking about life. Reggie now at thirty-nine years old is getting his life together, so to ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 10:28-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Psalm 90 - Redeeming The Time Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 15, 2022

This sermon focuses on how Moses puts time in its proper context and three strategies for redeeming it before our time comes to an end.

How many of you have been following the Olympics? How many of you watched the opening ceremonies last week? What I liked about the opening ceremonies is how the British were able to creatively incorporate some of their royalty, their celebrities into the opening ceremony. If you watched the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-17

Denomination: Christian Church

Unchained Melody Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 1, 2022

The Miktams comprise Psalms written by David during a time of distress. Where shall the Christian turn when life appears to be crashing in? The Psalmist instinctively turns to God, just as the wise Christian turns to God.

A MIKTAM OF DAVID. “Preserve me, O God, for in you I take refuge. I say to the LORD, ‘You are my Lord; I have no good apart from you.’ “As for the saints in the land, they are the excellent ones, in whom is all my delight. “The sorrows of those who run after another god shall multiply; ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

He Came To Seek And Save The Lost Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jan 6, 2022

THIS morning what I want to do or at least attempt to do – as we take a look at Luke chapter 15 is to reveal the heart of the Father in regards to lost people; How does God feel about the lost – what is his desire for them (Luke 15 contains the parable of the lost; sheep, coin & son).

He Came To Seek And Save The Lost What Jesus Came To Do – part one In the beginning the Word already existed. He was with God, and he was God. He was in the beginning with God. He created everything there is. Nothing exists that he didn't make. Life itself was in him, and this life gives light ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

To Infinity And Beyond!

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 14, 2022

Though all associated with this life is impermanent, the future for the child of God is bright with hope. Christ has redeemed us by His death and resurrection. Now, through faith in Him, we anticipate a permanent home in Heaven.

“We know that if the tent that is our earthly home is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. For in this tent we groan, longing to put on our heavenly dwelling, if indeed by putting it on we may not be found naked. For while we are still in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

An Interview From Hell

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 27, 2022

What would a person in hades ask of us if we were able to hear them? Jesus provides us insight into this dark situation when He reveals what a lost man asked.

“There was a rich man who was clothed in purple and fine linen and who feasted sumptuously every day. And at his gate was laid a poor man named Lazarus, covered with sores, who desired to be fed with what fell from the rich man’s table. Moreover, even the dogs came and licked his sores. The poor ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Full Course Of Repentacillin - James 4:8-10 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 30, 2022

What happens when repentance is not thorough? The same thing that happens when you take only a half course of penicillin

James 4:5 Or do you think Scripture says without reason that he jealously longs for the spirit he caused to live in us? 6 But he gives us more grace. That is why Scripture says: “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” 7 Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8-10