Sermons on Why Have You Forsaken Me:

Like Sodom And Gomorrah: An Exposition Of Isaiah 1:1-20

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 31, 2022

Sometimes we need to be shocked out of our slumber

Like Sodom and Gomorrah Isaiah 1:1-20 The story of what happened to Sodom and Gomorrah is legendary. These cities lay at the bottom of the Dead Sea, also known as the “Salt Sea.” The evaporation of the waters of the Jordan River caused the area of the Dead Sea to be covered with deposits of salt. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:10-20, Isaiah 1:1, Isaiah 1:1-20, Isaiah 1:2-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Kinsman Redeemer

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

This sermon looks at the role of the kinsman redeemer and relates the redeemer to Chirst. The sermon also shows three benefits of redemption.

I. Introduction a. The Story of Ruth i. Ruth 4:1-5 ii. In the Old Testament, the New is Concealed, In the New Testament, the Old is Revealed. 1. The Redemption of Ruth gives us the Testimony of Jesus. b. Reasons for Redemption i. A Relative Sold into Slavery (Lev. 25:47-49) ii. Preserve the ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Figure Of Christ

Contributed by Ernest Dupont on May 16, 2005

A sermon that explains that Christ is the answer to our broken world.

THE FIGURE OF CHRIST (John 17: 1-6) We live in a world of greed where money talks and rules. I invite you to look at the figure of Christ. Christ did not lust after money or material things. He put his whole trust in God the Father who had sent him to redeem the human race. He accepted the ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-6

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

"No Second Chance"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Jul 27, 2007

Hell will be the place of no second chances for: (Seven points) Faith, Freedom, Fortune, Friends, Family, Forgiveness, or Forever.

Title: “No Second Chance” Introduction: When the first immigrants came to America, they wept when they saw the Statue of Liberty. Certainly they had hopes that they had come to the “Land of Opportunity.” Hell is the place of “No” opportunity! No one will be given a second chance in Hell. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Opportunistic Evangelism

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Apr 9, 2014

We must take advantage of every divine appoint to share the Gospel.

Opportunistic Evangelism April 6, 2014 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must take advantage of every divine appoint to share the Gospel. Focus Passage: Acts 3:1-10 Supplemental Passage: "Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Lamb Of God

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Apr 17, 2011

The question and then the answer

John 1:29 People are looking for something that is real! People are looking for hope and purpose for this life, just like they were in the Old Testament and in the New Testament Between the Old Testament and the New Testament, God had not spoke in 400 years, The same God who had led their ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29

Denomination: Baptist

Storms In Life

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Sep 26, 2017

As we see the destruction of another hurricane season and other catastrophic events our hearts are sensitized to the great need around the world. Can we find a comparison in the "storms" of our own personal lives?

(This is more of a mini-sermon with "thought" that will need to be fleshed out in your own words. I hope that it is not too muddled for you to follow. May the Lord fill you with grace and peace today! PTL!!) Please open your Bibles to Matthew 8:18-27 which we will read in a few minutes. There ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:18-27, Revelation 6:15-17

Denomination: Nazarene

A Living Example

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014

Young believers are to set an example for others to follow

A Living Example 1 Timothy 4:12-13 Series: You Pick July 14, 2013 Morning Message Series introduction: We are starting a new series of messages based on questions and topics collected for Teens and Young Adults within the church. Young leaders from the Bible David – a teenager when he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12-13

Denomination: Church Of God

A Word To Sowers Series

Contributed by Donald Rapp on Jul 24, 2010

After giving the interpretation of the parable of the sower Jesus speaks a few words to the future sowers. They are instructions to the disciples and us about the dissemination of the Gospel.

A Word to Sowers The Book of Mark Mark 4:21-25 I. Introduction. A. Those of us who are believers have a responsibility given to us by the Lord. B. We have a purpose and that purpose is stated very clearly in Matt.28:19-20 and in Acts 1:8. 1. This is the great commission given by Jesus just before ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:21-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit's Breath Among Us

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 6, 2022

A sermon for Pentecost Sunday, Year C

June 5, 2022 - Pentecost Sunday Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Acts 2:1-21; John 14:8-17 The Spirit’s Breath among Us Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. The Holy Spirit has long been associated with wind and breath. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21, John 14:8-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Evil Disguised PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Encourage the church to confront evil, understand the reality of spiritual warfare, and pray for discernment to distinguish between God's truth and the enemy's lies, using the example of King Saul's disobedience in 1 Samuel 28:8.

Good morning, church family. Today, we're gonna dive into a passage that's a bit of a tough one, but it's crucial for our understanding about how evil can creep into our midst, the reality of spiritual warfare, and our need for discerning hearts and prayerful spirits. We're going to be looking at 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 28:8

Topics: Evil, Church

Repent Or Perish

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Mar 25, 2006

Lent 3(C) - Since all sins are equal and because the time is limited Jesus encourages mankind to repent or perish.

REPENT OR PERISH (Outline) March 19 2006 - Lent 3 - Luke 13:1-13 INTRO: Considering mankind we want to note two things. First, in the sea of humanity differences abound. People are tall/short, young/old, skinny/not-so-skinny and the list of differences is endless. Just as much as people ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Indescribable Gift Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 3, 2022

He emphasizes giving generously, giving bountifully, and giving the indescribable gift. The true Christian life is connected with giving the self, the sources, and giving the priceless gift of salvation to all.

AMC, 04.09.2022 Theme: Indescribable Gift Text: 2 Corinthians 9:1-15 The Lord is good and his love endures forever. Happy Teachers’ Day! St. Paul Having discussed in chapter 8, the principles of Christian giving, Now, he shares the promises that we can claim if we are faithful in our giving to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

The Prize Prisoner

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Apr 12, 2004

Easter sermon which contains a parable telling the story of the resurrection from the perspective of the devil.

It was the pinnacle of his existence. The Prince was more than elated, almost giddy, as he personally led the new prisoner into the dungeon of death. This is what he had been working for all these years -- years and years of opposition by the King -- years and years without any respect for his ...read more

Denomination: *other

Bible #1 How To Show That We Believe That The Bible Is Important! Series

Contributed by John Wright on Mar 1, 2010

The bible is important and superior to all other books and the way that we can show that we really believe that is to be obedient and faithful to each command that it gives man.

INTRODUCTION 1. Open your bibles please to Hebrews 4:12&13. 2. Give the title of the lesson! 3. Illustration: Recently, I read a story with a good lesson for us about the importance of the bible. There was a Grandfather that lived in the mountains of eastern Kentucky. The Grandfather had a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ