Sermons on Wheat And Tares:

Message 12 - 1 Thessalonians Chapter 5:18 – Giving Thanks In Everything; Rejoicing With Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Dec 31, 2022

When Paul said to give thanks in everything he meant it, and he did just that; thanks in persecution, thanks in every difficulty; thanks for His fellow Christians and workmen. Thanks and rejoicing go together and they are considered in this message.

MESSAGE 12 - 1 THESSALONIANS CHAPTER 5:18 – GIVING THANKS IN EVERYTHING; REJOICING WITH THANKSGIVING {{1Thessalonians 5:18 “In EVERYTHING give thanks for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”}} [A]. WHAT IS EVERYTHING? That is challenging. “Everything” is everything. We all know ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Genesis 3:12, Luke 18:11, 1 Timothy 2:1, Colossians 4:2, Philippians 4:6, Ephesians 5:20, Colossians 3:17, Hebrews 13:15, Acts 5:40-41, Acts 16:22-25, Luke 8:22-25, Romans 16:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Some Trust In Chariots? The Potential Of The Seed.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 21, 2023

Seems many today say there is no trust left. Not so... we trust elevators, we trust cars, we batteries --- why do we refuse to trust God's plan. God desires to bless us when we trust His Word.

SOME TRUST IN CHARIOTS: THE POTENTIAL OF THE SEED… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Psalm 20:7 Some trust in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the LORD our God. Psalm 20:7 (MSG) See those people polishing their chariots, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 20:7, Mark 11:22, Hebrews 11:6, Proverbs 3:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Challenge Of The Open Doors

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 25, 2023

Let us consider how open doors might be great opportunities to trust God's plan. Do we pray the prison doors open instead of see the opportunity to advance the cross?

THE CHALLENGE OF THE OPEN DOOR OF TRUST… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) OPEN DOORS CAME IN MANY WAYS! Seems there was a lot of police activity and sirens in the area. This was one of the hottest days of the summer. A lady got out of her car and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:22, Colossians 4:3, Acts 14:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Brotherly Love Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 31, 2021

That is the New Testament demand, and you are to learn to love all who claim Jesus as Lord and Savior. Brotherly love is not a matter of affection, but of duty to Christ, and commitment to His purpose.

D. L. Moody has related a tradition concerning the sight of Solomon's temple. It seems that the land was occupied by two brothers. One had a family and the other was unmarried. One evening after harvesting the wheat, as they sat in their separate dwellings, the elder brother said to his wife, ...read more

The Road Of Repentance. Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 2, 2021

Change is the essence of repentance. It is to stop doing what you are doing that is not making you an effective Christ-pleasing Christian, and to start doing what does make you that kind of Christian.

For decades the American people have been lulled into complacency by hearing the Gallop Pole say that over 90% of Americans believe in God. This led to a false security that we were a godly nation. But now Gallop decided to get more specific, and he discovered that only 10% of Americans ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

God's Restoration For The Failed Follower - The Psalms Of Korah – Psalm 85 Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 5, 2022

God was gentle with Israel for constant failure. He worked with them for restoration and does the same for all His children who fail. True repentance is required.

MESSAGE – THE PSALMS OF KORAH – PSALM 85 PART 1 GOD'S RESTORATION FOR THE FAILED FOLLOWER Psalm 85 For the choir director. A Psalm of the sons of Korah. Psalm 85 v 1 O LORD, You showed favour to Your land. You restored the captivity of Jacob. Psalm 85 v 2 You forgave the iniquity of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:1-4, James 4:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Purpose And Cause Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jul 17, 2022

Looking at the story of David and Goliath. How to overcome giants.

Title: 5 Smooth Stones Theme: To show 5 things David did to overcome the giant. 5 teachings of the faith that are important. Text: 1 Samuel 17:26 - 36 1 Samuel 17:26-36 Then David spoke to the men who stood by him, saying, "What shall be done for the man who kills this Philistine and takes ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:26-36, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Church Of God

Sheltered In Prayer; Released In Power

Contributed by Marty Baker on Jun 1, 2020

When you think about it, this is not the first time that the church was told to shelter in place. In the days following the resurrection of Jesus Christ, he gathered his disciples together and prepared them for what was coming. Then, Jesus said, “I want you to shelter in place in Jerusalem.”

Pentecost Sunday 2020 Sheltered in Prayer, Released in Power Dr. Marty Baker / May 31, 2020 Hello and welcome to Stevens Creek Church. I can’t tell you how much I have been waiting to say those words. I am so glad that you are here and isn’t this place beautiful? It has been ten weeks since ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

What We Owe The Church Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jun 8, 2020

This sermon follows the sermon - What do we Owe the World. We Owe the Church 1. Being available and accessible to the LORD 3. Living the Life of a Servant

`Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16; 1 Thessalonians 1:4-10 Theme: What We Owe Title: What We Owe The Church INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! What a joy it is to be with all of you today! A couple of weeks ago we looked at “What we Owe the World/Others”. In ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16, 1 Thessalonians 1:4-10

Denomination: Nazarene

Why Take The Revelation Seriously? Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 28, 2016

The Revelation was never intended to be take literally. Now, before you get angry with me, let me tell you that I do take the Revelation seriously and I do take it literally. This book is of vital importance.

I. Introduction A. Under the Romans 1. At the time of the Greek Empire, the Jews asked Rome for help a. The reason was that the Greek King had persecuted the Jews, desecrated the temple, and murdered faithful followers of Jehovah. b. The Romans were their liberators, at first c. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Fire

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jul 27, 2016

JESUS CAME TO BRING FIRE - A FIRE THAT IS 1. Finely FOCUSED 2. Divinely IGNITED from Heaven 3. Purifies us towards a life of RIGHTEOUSNESS and 4. It to be EXPERIENTIAL

Scripture: Luke 12:49-56 Theme: Jesus' Fire Proposition: Jesus came to bring fire - A fire that is: 1. Focused 2. Divinely Ignited 3. Righteous 4. Experiential INTRO: Grace and peace from God our Father and from His Son Jesus Christ who came to take away the sins of the world. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-56

Denomination: Nazarene

Joel: Return To God Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Aug 25, 2016

Joel's plea is for the people to return to God. He reminds them of God's discipline in the past using swarms of locusts, and urges them to repent because this time God was going to use an army.

JOEL: RETURN TO GOD A. Is there anybody here who is AFRAID of INSECTS? 1. I am not too fond of SPIDERS, or anything that STINGS. ILLUSTRATION: My granddaughter Shalie, who is the oldest daughter of my oldest daughter, is terrified of most if not all INSECTS. She is getting married in ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bread For Life Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jan 23, 2017

John doesn’t use the language of miracles, or wonders, because he wants us to understand that these things point beyond themselves. They’re signs of God’s kingdom. It’s just as important that we pay attention to them, and that we understand them.

Sermon by Rev George Hemmings I want to start this morning with a quick quiz. What do these signs mean? The first is easy. What about this one? Easy again. The great thing about signs is that they’re universal. No matter where you are you know what this sign is telling you. Signs are ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-21

Denomination: Anglican

Restoration Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 3, 2017

God's grace not only forgives our sin, it also restores the negative aspects of our sin.

Restoration Text: Joel 2:18-27 Introduction 1. Illustration: God does not hold our old sins against us, nor does He act like forgiveness is a favor to us, even though it is. When President Lincoln was asked how he would treat the rebellious southerners when they were defeated, he said, "I will ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:18-27

Denomination: Methodist

His Conflict In Gethsemane Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 13, 2017

The Lord's prayers in the Garden

The Echoes of Easter Pt 2 "His Conflict in Gethsemane" Luke 22:39-46 Luke 22:39 And he came out, and went, as he was wont, to the mount of Olives; and his disciples also followed him. 40 And when he was at the place, he said unto them, Pray that ye enter not into temptation. 41 And he was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Baptist