Sermons on Waters Swallowed Us:

21) Forgive Us - As We Forgive Others! Series

Contributed by Brandon Max on Feb 4, 2022

Through the Lord's Prayer Jesus provides His disciples an example in the way they should pray, and the kinds of things they should be praying for. In doing so, He teaches us also a great deal about forgiveness - including our need to forgive others.

21) Forgive Us - As We Forgive Others TEXT: Matthew 6:12 In the immediate context here... We find Jesus teaching the disciples “How to Pray”. This particular account in the Scriptures Is what is more commonly referred to today as “The Lord’s Prayer”. And although there is much to learn from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12, Matthew 6:9-13, Matthew 6:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Let Us Alone That We May Serve ….

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 9, 2022

Have you noticed that many things in life do not seem to change? For example, in our text, God delivered the Children of Israel from Egypt. But once they were delivered from Pharaoh, he changed his mind and decided to pursue after them and to bring them back.

When the Israelites saw them in pursuit, the Bible says, “…They were sore afraid…” In that fear they turned to Moses and said something that was very disturbing. We read, “…And they said unto Moses, Because there were no graves in Egypt, hast thou taken us away to die in the wilderness? wherefore ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

Come Let Us Return Unto The Lord.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 26, 2023

Pressing on to know the LORD.

COME LET US RETURN TO THE LORD. Hosea 5:15, Hosea 6:1-6. HOSEA 5:15. This verse contains the words of the LORD. He is withdrawing from His wayward people until such time as they will acknowledge their sin, and seek His face. HOSEA 6:1a. The appeal of Hosea is, “Come, and let us return to the ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 5:15, Hosea 6:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Message To Us In Christ

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 30, 2023

Throughout the ages, God has been seeking men and women who have ears to hear and hearts willing to respond to spiritual truths. In these last days He has spoken to us through the Lord Jesus Christ, who is the Way, the Truth, and the Life. Is anyone still willing to hear Him?

The Scriptures tell us that God is not silent regarding His presence, His direction, His expectations from us, and the message of salvation He brings to all who will hear and obey Him. He has spoken to us through the wonder of creation (Psalm 19:1-3; Romans 1:18-22), the words of the prophets, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-4, John 14:7-9, Mark 10:45, Romans 6:23, Isaiah 53:4-6, John 3:16-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

"When ‘bad Luck’ Knocks Us Down” Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 4, 2023

The story of Joseph being sold into slavery provides a compelling example of moments when it seems like "bad luck" has come our way when God may be up to something else.

WHY DID THAT HAPPEN? There are moments when we feel like bad luck knocked us down. - We will get into the specifics that this passage details as we go through the sermon, but this is obviously a passage with some “just-so-happened” moments. - To use the common vernacular, someone might say, “Oh, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:12-36

Denomination: Baptist

Using Heaven’s Resources In Your Life

Contributed by Grant Adams on Apr 29, 2023

Everything God has is mine. I’ve got all the resources of God in my heavenly bank account.

You have everything you need to live the rest of your life the way God wants you to live it. The problem is that most Christians don’t know how to make withdrawals from that heavenly bank account. That’s what I want to talk to you about. The word of God indicates means whereby we come into what is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:38

Denomination: Baptist

"god Uses Broken Vessels."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Feb 6, 2023

Jeremiah's visit to the potter's house was a transformative experience that helped him overcome challenges and become a leader. By observing the potter's careful mastery of his craft, Jeremiah learned valuable lessons about perseverance which will help us in our Christian pilgrimage.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (2 Timothy 2: 20, 21) (20) "But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and of silver, but also of wood and of earth; and some to honor, and some to dishonor." (21) " If a man ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:20-21, Jeremiah 18:1-6, Isaiah 64:8, Jeremiah 29:11, Romans 8:28, 2 Corinthians 12:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

"jesus Wants Us To See"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Mar 21, 2024

The Greek want to see Jesus but Jesus want the Greeks and us to see Principle of life: “die so others can live” what really Matters, His Reason and the pull of the cross.

John 12:20-33 What Jesus wants us to see? 1. The Greeks want to see Jesus • “Now among those who went up to worship at the festival were some Greeks.” They sought Philip out and eagerly beseeched him, “Sir, we wish to see Jesus.” • These Greeks may have recent converts to Judaism • Perhaps ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33

Denomination: Methodist

Us Vs. Them: Believers V. Believers

Contributed by Dan Hulse on Apr 5, 2024

Good morning. Today we’re reflecting on the importance of unity among believers. As we look into the Word of God, let’s turn our hearts to James 4:1, which reminds us of the dangers of Christians engaging in conflict with one another. (READ JAMES 4:1)

Us vs. Them Believers v. Believers (Pastor Dan Hulse) James 4:1 Introduction: Good morning. Today we’re reflecting on the importance of unity among believers. As we look into the Word of God, let’s turn our hearts to James 4:1, which reminds us of the dangers of Christians engaging in ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-2, Ephesians 4:3, John 13:34-35

Why The Bible Uses Symbols? Second Part Series

Contributed by Patrick Usifo on Jul 20, 2023

The Lord uses symbols in the Bible narratives as instruments to reveal certain truths about the Lord God.

The Benefits of studying biblical symbols: I. First, symbols can help the saints with a better understanding of the nature and characteristics of the living God. II. Biblical symbols have the power of evoking thousands of words in a believer's mind. III. They allow the believer to see ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Holy Spirit Is With And In Us As We Share Christ Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 11, 2023

The Holy Spirit equips the whole body of disciples to continue the work of Christ.

Sixth Sunday of Easter 2023 For several weeks now, after the Paschal celebration, we have been hearing the last teaching of Jesus from the Gospel of John. This long speech and promise is positioned by John at the Last Supper, but it would also make sense in the period between Easter and Christ’s ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21, 1 Peter 3:15-18, Psalm 66:1-20, Acts 8:5-17

Denomination: Catholic

"prepping Us For The Road Ahead" Series

Contributed by John Bright on May 12, 2023

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. This is my sermon for Mothers Day 2023

"Prepping Us for the Road Ahead" Luke 17:1-10 A sermon for 5/14/23 – Sixth Sunday of Easter Pastor John Bright Luke 17 “1 Jesus said to his disciples, “Stumbling blocks are sure to come, but woe to the one through whom they come! 2 It would be better for him to have a millstone tied ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-10, 2 Timothy 1:5, Matthew 6:12, Mark 11:25, Ephesians 4:32, Colossians 3:13, James 4:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Does God Really Care About Us?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jun 13, 2023

“Where is God? Why isn’t He doing something about this? Does God even care about me?”

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK DOES GOD REALLY CARE ABOUT US? TEXT: Isaiah 63:7-9; Exodus 3:7-8; John 3:16; 1 John 4:10; Luke 23:28-29;43-46; ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:7-8, Isaiah 63:7-9, John 3:16, 1 John 4:10, Luke 23:28-29, Luke 23:43-46, Mark 15:34, Romans 8:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God’s Plans Are Catching Up With Us

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 10, 2023

The time has come for God’s plans to be fulfilled. God is looking for people to carry out His plans. As a result, God’s plans are catching up with His chosen people.

The time has come for God’s plans to be fulfilled. God is looking for people to carry out His plans. As a result, God’s plans are catching up with His chosen people. Human plans are being superseded by God’s designs. While Saul was searching for his sheep, God had already searched for him and ...read more

Keeping Us Face To Face With The Human Jesus

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 10, 2023

A question asked long ago, and often repeated is as to why we have four Gospels. The answer to that enquiry was given by Origen when he said, There are not four Gospels, but a four-fold Gospel.

A question asked long ago, and often repeated is as to why we have four Gospels. The answer to that enquiry was given by Origen when he said, There are not four Gospels, but a four-fold Gospel. This means that to an understanding of the Person and mission of our Lord, each evangelist, inspired of ...read more

Scripture: John 1:5