Sermons on Wasting Away:

I Can Cry If I Want To?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 10, 2021

There is a lesson at Ziklag! Tears can be a sign of doubt and fear. 12 spies crying? Israel crying because of Goliath? Tears can breed fear and a run away spirit. Nehemiah warns quit crying and celebrate God.

I CAN CRY IF I WANT TO… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com There was a song when I was a teenager that went something like this: “ITS MY PARTY AND I’LL CRY IF I WANT TO…” CRY IF I WANT TO… YOU WOULD CRY TOO IF IT HAPPENED TO YOU… IT APPEARS THAT THE BOYFRIEND JOHNNY HAS ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:31, Numbers 14:1, 1 Samuel 17:11-47, 1 Samuel 30:4-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Paul's Solemn Plea To Rome Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Aug 19, 2024

To herald Paul’s solemn plea and message to the church in Rome, to mark and turn away from those who cause divisions and offenses contrary to the doctrine they had heard, learned, believed, and obeyed according to “The faith, once delivered to the saints.”

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Causes Divisions and Offenses 2. Serves not the Lord Jesus Christ 3. Deceives the Hearts of the Simple Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will present the message: “Paul’s Solemn Plea To Rome.” This was an urgent and solemn plea from the beloved apostle Paul to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:17-19, 1 Corinthians 1:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Boiling Pot Runneth Over Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 19, 2010

A study of chapter 24 verse 1 through 27

Ezekiel 24 1 - 27 The boiling pot runeth over “1 In the ninth year, in the tenth month on the tenth day, the word of the LORD came to me: 2 "Son of man, record this date, this very date, because the king of Babylon has laid siege to Jerusalem this very day. 3 Tell this rebellious house a ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 24:1-27

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Be Wise: Make The Most Of Your Second Chances Series

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Dec 17, 2005

This looks at JOnah’s second chance as a opportunity for us to live Wise by making the most of our second chances in life.

Be Wise: Make the Most of Your Second Chances Jonah 3 Intro.: A. Some people as they read through Jonah think of it as just a “big Fish Story.” (You know people, how they often come back from fishing and talk about the one they caught “-----------“) They seem to be unable to accept Jonah ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1-10

Denomination: Adventist

No Fear Of Bad News.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 12, 2021

Psalm 112, begins with a hallelujah—Praise the Lord! Then Psalm 112, lists the blessings of those who fear the Lord and delight in His commands

No Fear Of Bad News. Psalm 112:1-10TPT Psalm 112, begins with a hallelujah—Praise the Lord! Then Psalm 112, lists the blessings of those who fear the Lord and delight in His commands. More than often, I think we approach God’s word, as words of comfort, but we quickly forget that these words are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 112:1-10, Luke 21:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Truth About Moab Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 4, 2020

Naomi found herself in a desperate situation in Moab. Having left Bethlehem due to a famine, Moab had not brought the abundance they desired. Losing her husband and sons to death in Moab, Naomi was left there with only her daughters-in-law, but hope and grace were available in Bethlehem.

The Truth About Moab Ruth 1: 1-7 Today I want to begin our study in the wonderful book of Ruth. Within this portion of Scripture, we find one of the greatest pictures of grace presented in the Bible. This biblical account focuses on three main characters: Ruth, a pagan girl from Moab who ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Facing The Unknown Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 19, 2017

None of us know with certainty what lies ahead after we are gathered to Christ. However, Paul encourages believers to look forward, preparing ourselves for what is surely coming.

“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, 2 Corinthians 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

What We Shall Be

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Aug 21, 2019

The more we feel battered on this earth or are tempted to look away from others who are broken, the more we need to remember what God can make us when we see him face to face in heaven.

This morning we are celebrating All Saints’ Sunday. You may know that the observance began many centuries ago to honor Christians who experienced the fierce persecutions of the Roman Empire, who were executed for their faith, and maintained their testimony of Christ through it all. Folks like a ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

David The Paradox Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jan 5, 2009

David is a mix of the Good, the Bad and the Ugly, but he understands God’s grace.

David the paradox 2 Samuel 22 The good the bad and the ugly David – a great hero of the faith Passionate worship – Psalms Goliath Heroic deeds 2 Samuel 22 – placed at the end of the story – written early in the story speaks of a Passionate relationship with God. You might feel uncomfortable ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:1-51

Denomination: *other

"for A Time Such As This"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 14, 2022

A sermon for healing from the past two years of the Covid-19 crisis.

“For A Time Such As This” 2 Corinthians 4:7-18 Based on a sermon given by The Rev. Dr. Candace L. Lewis Recently, a therapist was asked to give a pulse on where she thought people were as we are posting almost year two of this season we are navigating. These are just the highlights of what she ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Denomination: United Methodist

Extreme Convictions

Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 23, 2000

Living with convictions improves our quality of life.

Extreme Convictions Daniel 3:5-25 Those of us who pray for the persecuted church, mourned the loss of Cardinal Ignatius Kung who died last month at the age of 98. Though I'm not a Catholic, I admire Cardinal Kung who stood by his convictions, and withstood persecution for his faith. He was ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

In Dependence Day Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 25, 2005

We may all start well, but do we all end well? What are we depending upon for our spiritual growth?

AS MORTAL AND FALLIBLE HUMANS, WE PUT OUR TRUST IN A LOT OF THINGS. WE TRUST THE DOCTOR TO DIAGNOSE OUR HEALTH PROPERLY. WE TRUST THAT THE PILOT IS THOROUGHLY EQUIPPED TO FLY AND LAND THE AIRPLANE. WE TRUST OUR TEACHERS TO EDUCATE OUR CHILDREN PROPERLY. WE TRUST THAT THE POSTAL SERVICE WILL SEND ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-8

Denomination: Free Methodist

God's Caped Crusader Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 18, 2005

This is the 3rd sermon in the series "Super Heroes Of The Faith".

Series: Super Heroes Of The Faith [#3] GOD’S CAPED CRUSADER Hebrews 11:24-28 Introduction: There is 52 white keys and 36 black keys, equaling 88 keys on a piano. As I play this note, middle “C”, can someone tell me what song this is? If you did actually guess the song, it would have just ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:24-28

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On Altruism

Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 21, 2025

Altruism is widely considered the direct opposite of selfishness.

Albert Einstein, a German-born theoretical physicist once remarked: "Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile." Ephesians 2:10 reminds us: “For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.” Altruism ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13, Philippians 2:20-21, Galatians 6:2, Jeremiah 29:11

Hope In The Midst Of Turmoil PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Understand and embrace the hope we can find in God, even amidst our most challenging trials and tribulations.

Good morning, church family. Our sermon today is all about finding hope in the midst of turmoil. We're going to be diving into two powerful passages of Scripture: Job 19: 21-27 and 2 Corinthians 4:7-16. [Read passages] Isn't it amazing how these two men, facing such incredible hardships, found hope ...read more

Scripture: Job 19:21-27, 2 Corinthians 4:7-16

Topics: Hope, Anchored, God