Sermons on Waywardness:

1 A Jesus Lover Overcomer Series

Contributed by Kent Kessler on May 26, 2025

There are pictograms used to visually help people to know the dangers of any given chemical. The warnings are meant to be read first before you use the chemical and taken VERY SERIOUSLY. The same is true for this book of Revelation.

As a part of my job, I am learning about GHS symbols. There are symbols or pictograms used to visually help people know the dangers of any given chemical. They are printed in a red square on the side of the container describing the hazards of that chemical and the safest course of action to take ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Divine Intervention PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore and understand God's supernatural provision, divine intervention, and unwavering faithfulness to His promises, as illustrated in 2 Kings 8:5.

Welcome, brothers and sisters, to our sermon today! We're going to be diving deep into 2 Kings 8:5, exploring the themes of God's supernatural provision, His divine intervention, and His unwavering faithfulness to his promises. As we gather here today, I'm reminded of a quote from A.W. Tozer, who ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 8:5

Topics: Divine Intervention

The God Of Many Chances PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore and understand the depth of God's unfailing love, abundant grace, and the many chances He gives us, as depicted in Psalms 145:1-9.

Good morning, friends! I'm elated to be here with you today to delve into the Word of our God. The great Christian author, C.S. Lewis, once said, "God, who needs nothing, loves into existence wholly superfluous creatures in order that He may love and perfect them." What a profound truth! It is this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:1-9

Topics: Good News, God

You're Not Defined By Your Past PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Through God's unconditional love and the transformative power of Christ, we are offered a new life free from the chains of our past.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a message that is near and dear to my heart, and I hope it will resonate with yours as well. It's a message of unconditional love, redemption, and the transformative power of a new life in Christ. As we explore 2 Corinthians 5:17, let us ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Topics: Past Does Not Define

Adam Where Are You PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to emphasize God's Fatherly Love, the importance of obedience, and the consequences of disobedience as seen in the story of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden.

Even in our moments of disobedience and failure, God is still calling out to us, desiring to bring us back into relationship with Him. We were designed to walk with Him. We were created to adore Him and follow Him. And we are happiest and most fulfilled when we live in alignment with how He made ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:9-12

Topics: Father's Day

When A Christian Prays Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 20, 2018

When a Christian prays, God is pledged to act. This is especially true when we pray for fellow Christians who have begun to stray.

“This is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us. And if we know that he hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we have the requests that we have asked of him. “If anyone sees his brother committing a sin not leading to death, he shall ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Reason Jesus Came Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 9, 2007

A review of the importance of the Incarnation to us who are Christians.

GALATIANS 2:20 THE REASON JESUS CAME “I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.” We don’t usually think of Paul’s Letter to the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Baptist

The Devil Goes To Church Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 12, 2008

Uncontrolled speech may reveal a devilish heart that has never been regenerated. James challenges us to review our heart by examining our speech to determined our relationship to the Master.

JAMES 3:5b, 6 THE DEVIL GOES TO CHURCH “How great a forest is set ablaze by such a small fire! And the tongue is a fire, a world of unrighteousness. The tongue is set among our members, staining the whole body, setting on fire the entire course of life, and set on fire by hell.” At 9:00 p.m., ...read more

Scripture: James 3:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

What Matters To God Series

Contributed by Hal Seed on Jul 27, 2007

Sermon’s purpose is to motivate people to pray, "God, give me your heart for lost people."

[This sermon is contributed by Hal Seed of New Song Church in Oceanside, California and of www.PastorMentor.com. Hal is the author of numerous books including The God Questions and The Bible Questions. If you are interested in The Bible Questions Church-wide Campaign, please visit and watch Hal’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Trying Times - "Don't Think On Anything Else" Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jul 7, 2013

A comparative: Reflections of modern lifestyles in struggles with sufferings and colloquial neighborhood sayings and Christ Jesus, in early days lifestyles in struggles with sufferings and tribal sayings.

Trying Times - “DON'T THINK ON ANYTHING ELSE” by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (5/29/2013, 6/1/2013, 6/15/2013, 6/18/2013, 6/22/2013, 6/29/2013, 7/6/2013) “And it came to pass, when they had brought them forth abroad, that he said, Escape for thy life; look not behind thee, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:1-38

Denomination: Friends

Save The Humble – Oppose The Proud

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 19, 2018

A study in the book of 2 Samuel 22: 1 – 51

2 Samuel 22: 1 – 51 Save the humble – oppose the proud 22 Then David spoke to the LORD the words of this song, on the day when the LORD had delivered him from the hand of all his enemies, and from the hand of Saul. 2 And he said: “The LORD is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer; 3 The God of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Three Parables One Message Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 16, 2025

This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible studies teach foundational truth that are designed to challenge, encourage and, most importantly, flame the fire of hunger in the Christian who wants to learn more about who they have become in Christ Jesus.

Three Parables, One Message (Rev. Barry Johnson and Rev. Rodney Johnson) NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32, Luke 4:15-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Heart Beat Of God Series

Contributed by Marty Baker on May 9, 2002

The message focuses on the story of the prodigal son.

The Heart Beat of God Dr. Marty Baker / February 24, 2002 / Luke 15:11-24 Over the last four weeks, we have been in a series called "Love Stories". We have examined "The Best of R + B", the story of Ruth and Boaz; we’ve glanced at Solomon’s passion; and marveled at Hosea’s love for his wife ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Church Of God

The Disipline Of Love

Contributed by Robert Kerr on Aug 4, 2001

God sends punishment to Israel in order that she will be fully redeemed.

The Disipline of Love INTRODUCTION: God loved the children of Israel so much that He no longer could allow them to treat Him with such unholy, self-righteous, adulterous behavior. God desired His wayward children to return to Him. When they would not listen to the words of His heart, He spoke ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sharing The Journey

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 9, 2001

Funeral message for Mr. David Broadnax, a Broadway actor and filmmaker, who died in Spain. He was the brother of one of our members, who requested that we do the funeral.

I desire, as I have for many years, to come to you when I go to Spain. For I do hope to see you on my journey and to be sent on by you, once I have enjoyed your company for a little while. Our lives are journeys, with a beginning and a destination. Many roads can be used to take those journeys. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:23-28

Denomination: Baptist