Sermons on Weights That Hinder:

'oops!' Is Not In God's Vocabulary

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 21, 2016

When Christians experience troubles, they sometimes wonder whether God either didn’t have the power to stop it, or wasn’t loving enough to stop it, or God slipped up – He somehow made a mistake. God doesn't make mistakes!

‘OOPS!’ IS NOT IN GOD’S VOCABULARY INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: BIG ARCHEOLOGICAL FIND IN TEXAS 1. After having dug to a depth of 10 feet last year, New York scientists found traces of copper wire dating back 100 years and came to the conclusion, that their ancestors already had a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:27-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Chronicle Of Despair Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jul 25, 2016

Even godly people struggle with bouts of despair and depression. Take a look at Elijah's life and find biblical ways to deal with these issues.

What a strange turn of events in the life of our hero we read in 1 Kings 19. Why would this man of God be so despondent that he hoped to die? Let’s recount the circumstances that brought Elijah to this point as we explore a chronicle of despair. First, Elijah had stood boldly before King Ahab ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

One God And Father Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jul 26, 2016

Abba, Becoming God's Children, Heirs

ONE CHURCH - One God and Father Romans 8:14-17 (p. 787) July 31, 2016 Introduction: Life isn’t fair is it? Think about that. I was born in 1960. A stay at home mom (kinda because she was the most active woman I’ve ever met). A father with a successful job ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Man Whose Hand Froze

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 7, 2016

Do we aspire to be numbered with the warriors of God? To be listed as combatants in the spiritual battles that shaped their times? There is a roll being written of heroes who are willing to attempt things for Christ. Will you be on it?

THE MAN WHOSE HAND FROZE 2 Samuel 23:9-10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE EVIL DENTIST 1. Reuben has a terrible toothache and went to see Dr. Khan, the corner dentist. After looking at the tooth, Dr. Khan said, "I’m sorry to have to tell you this, but the tooth is badly decayed and can’t ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:9-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Pleasing Faith.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Sep 8, 2013

Everyone has faith, everyone has mustard seed faith like it or not and we cannot get through one single day without living by faith. Yet there are many different kinds of faith, and we want to home into God pleasing as that is the one that gets results.

This sermon was delivered to both St. John’s and St. Oswald’s, Scottish Episcopal churches in Girvan and Maybole on the 11th August 2013. Prayer: Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of our hearts be acceptable to you O Lord. Amen. Introduction: Everyone has faith, everyone ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40

Denomination: Episcopal

Back To The Future

Contributed by Victor Yap on Sep 10, 2013

Jacob

BACK TO THE FUTURE (GENESIS 35:1-7) In the movie “Back to the Future,” Marty McFly, the character played by Michael J. Fox, paid a visit to his mad scientist friend Dr. Emmett “Doc” Brown, who revealed to him that he had built a car powered by plutonium that could act as a time-machine upon ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 35:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The True Words Of God Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Sep 20, 2013

REv. 19:9 says "These are the true words of God." What words are true? Why is it important to know them?

“The Great Unveiling: The True Words of God” Revelation 19:1-21 Many of us in the older generations of life remember the original television series Dragnet. One of the classic lines of most every show came from Jack Webb who, as the detective, would question suspects. Whenever one of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Adopted, Into The Family Of God.”

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Sep 30, 2017

Now the doctrine of believer’s adoption into God’s family is rich with assurance and commitment from our Heavenly Father. But until it hits home in a real way, it’s just not the same.

The title of my message is “Adopted, into the family of God.” Now the doctrine of believer’s adoption into God’s family is rich with assurance and commitment from our Heavenly Father. But until it hits home in a real way, it’s just not the same. Thankfully, God knows what He’s doing and He has ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

7 Ways How You Can Make You Relationships More Spiritual

Contributed by Jan Oosthuizen on Oct 7, 2017

I believe our deepest desire for oneness and intimacy in relationships can only be met on a spiritual level. Although there is much to explore and discover on an emotional, and psychological level, the most neglected connection is a spiritual one.

I believe our deepest desire for oneness and intimacy in relationships can only be met on a spiritual level. Although there is much to explore and discover on an emotional, and psychological level, the most neglected connection is a spiritual one. Our Spiritual connection is also our eternal bond, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Practicing Peace Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 23, 2017

This message is a challenge to live in peace with others.

Title: Practicing Peace Text: Philippians 4:2-9 Introduction Today our text begins like an episode from Real Housewives of Beverly Hills complete with: • Hair pulling. • Crazy Drama. • Packaged insanity. The Apostle Paul says, “When peace is broken… fix it!” I. When Peace Is Broken… Fix ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Righteous Man

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Jun 28, 2014

In the story of Noah, we see why Noah was righteous and how he responded to God out of his righteousness.

A Righteous Man Genesis 6: 9-22 (NLT) Intro is taken almost verbatim from Jeff Strite’s sermon, I Noah Man, sermon central. Intro: As I was preparing for this sermon, I ran across this list. "All I Really Need To Know I Learned From Noah's Ark" . Noah didn't wait for his ship to come in, he ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:9-22

Denomination: Baptist

How To Endure Hardship

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Jul 10, 2014

The apostle Paul charges Timothy to endure hardship like a 1) Good Soldier 2) Striving Athlete & 3) Hard-working Farmer. And at the end of it all there will be a crown and a harvest if we do not give up.

How to Endure Hardship 2 Timothy 2:3-6 Introduction: Ill. The story is told of a king in Africa who had a close friend with whom he grew up. The friend had a habit of looking at every situation that ever occurred in his life (positive or negative) and remarking, "This is good!" One day the king ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord's Prayer - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jul 17, 2014

"Forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors:" When we think of forgiveness we usually think about who we have to forgive. Rarely do we remember that unforgiveness is a sin that we are committing when we refuse to forgive.

Please continue standing as we read what is most commonly known as “The Lord’s Prayer” Matthew 6:9-13 (KJV) “Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Nazarene

Reacting With No Heart?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 15, 2018

After years in the ministry we can tend to have a hard heart and over look problems? Or we can try to find human solutions to big problems? Jesus can help us help others!

WILL I REACT WITH NO HEART? GO FIGURE? COMPASSION? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Acts 24:25 And as he reasoned of righteousness, temperance, and judgment to come, Felix trembled, and answered, Go thy way for this time; when I have a convenient season, I will call for thee. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27, Numbers 21:4-8, Mark 6:34-38, John 6:5-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Praying In Secret Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 4, 2022

Standing itself is interpreted as praying, for it is said, "and Abraham rose early in the morning to where he stood, "and there is no prayer but standing." though sometimes they prayed sitting, as David did, 2 Samuel 7:18

Matthew 6:5-8 (NIV) 5 "And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. 6 But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-8

Denomination: Baptist