Sermons on Working Your Faith:

Born To Die, Born To Give Life

Contributed by Jonathan Meyer on Dec 27, 2017

Most nativity scenes portray a cute scene of a happy little family, & friendly visitors. That's the way we like to think of it, but it's hardly realistic. When we pause at the manger with this image, we maybe forget that this infant was born to die.

Every year, at about this time, my dad has this tradition of getting out old home movies. A lot of families have a tradition of watching their favorite Christmas movie: “Home Alone,” or “Elf,” or “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” or “It’s a Wonderful Life,” or what have you. But for my dad, he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Luke 2:1-20, Matthew 1:18-25, 1 John 4:9-10

Denomination: Lutheran

War In Heaven

Contributed by Victor Yap on Sep 19, 2022

Revelation 12

WAR IN HEAVEN (REVELATION 12) Here are some of my favorite “Had I known” sayings from the web: “If I knew than what I know now, things would be different.” “I did then what I knew how to do. Now that I know better, I do better.” (Maya Angelou) “If I knew then what I know now, I would have ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Judas The Coin Collector

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 30, 2022

Sometimes we take life much too seriously. Life is to be taken seriously, but some folks are so serious they can not enjoy life.

If we are going to enjoy life, we have to have a sense of humor. God has a sense of humor. I know some folks have the idea that God sits up in heaven and never cracks a smile. But I do not believe that, I sincerely believe God looks down upon what He has created and has the same kind of joy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

Talking Trees

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 5, 2021

There are over 500 reference to trees, and they play a major role in God's revelation. The text we are looking at in Judges 9 is not the most important, but it is the most conspicuous.

One of the questions most often debated among amateur philosophers is whether or not a tree falling in the woods makes any noise is no one is around to hear it? From a biblical perspective there is never a time when the trees are not being heard, for if we take seriously the Lordship of Christ ...read more

Scripture: Judges 9:7-15

What The Bible Teaches About Heaven

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 7, 2022

It is an exciting time when a married couple decides to build a house for their family.

Generally, before they take on a project like this, they study the proposed plans carefully because they want to make sure that every little detail is considered so that they will have a wonderful place to live the rest of their lives on this earth. Yes, planning a family house is exciting, but ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Revelation (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 28, 2024

In part 2 of this series, explore Revelation 1 and unpack the Advent, Activity, and Appearance of Christ.

(Part 2) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 10/8/2017 If you weren’t with us last week, we just began an exciting new adventure into the world of Revelation. With all of its prophecies and puzzles, the book of Revelation is easily the most challenging book of the Bible. As I ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Praise And Adoration

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

Worship and adoration of God.

Praise/Adoration Psalm 150 1. Private Worship - Should be truly experienced singly. Ex. 15: 1 - 2 - We were made for worship - Psalm 33:1, Luke 19:37-40 - Seems uncomfortable because of sin 2. God does not care about eloquence, only sincerity. 3. Reasons we should worship/praise - ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 150:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Story Of Blind Bartimaeus

Contributed by Wade Bridges on Feb 20, 2001

Tells the Conversion of Bartimaeus

THE STORY OF BLIND BARTIMAEUS Mark 10:46-52 This was the last time Jesus would come through Jericho. Jesus will pass by where you are one day the last time. What you do with Jesus will determine your destiny. In this story we see the blind man: A. At the right place B. With the right purpose C. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Baptist

"America's Greatest Tragedy Pt. 3" By Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Jul 6, 2004

The Bible is not cake to be served only at special occasions, it is bread for daily use. Let’s see why!

Introduction Many look at the Bible like cake. Served only during special occasions. But, if the truth be known, it isn’t anything like cake, in all honesty it’s BREAD and to be used for daily use. Many brag that they have been through the Bible multiple times, but, it isn’t how many times we’ve ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:105

Denomination: Baptist

Dead Or Alive Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 12, 2004

This is the 12th study in the study "The Hebrew Hymnal".

Series: The Hebrew Hymnal (Psalms) [#12] HYMNS #14-#15: DEAD OR ALIVE? Psalm 14-15 These two Psalms gives us a picture of those who are dead in their sins, (lost); and those who are alive in Jesus, (saved). Dead Psalm 14 Notice that a lost person does not acknowledge a personal God. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

It's Due Season"

Contributed by Gregory Tucker on Jan 30, 2003

It time for the saint of God to realize, the blessing of God in now. We no longer should be waiting for our pie in the sky, but have my ham where I am.

"It Due Season" This year the church will move from words to actions, dreams to reality, from promises to possessions. This is the year in that we shall posses Canaan by taking back what the enemy has stolen from us and reaping a harvest that has been planted for years. It’s ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:7-8

Denomination: Apostolic

Desire And Duty Mark The Spiritual Giver

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

(with Dick Holden) (PRIORITY AND PRIVILEGE OF GIVING) 1.

(with Dick Holden) (PRIORITY AND PRIVILEGE OF GIVING) 1. Desire -- Example of Macedonians (:1-5) a. Context of giving 1) much affliction 2) deep poverty b. Nature of giving 1) according to their ability and beyond 2) gave of their own accord 3) begging to participate 4) gave themselves first to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Dealing With Disagreements

Contributed by Don Jones on Nov 8, 2006

Principles for settling disagreements.

“Dealing with Disagreements” James 4:1-12 Disagreements occur in every area of life including the home, job, and even in the church. God’s word gives us a plan in dealing with disagreements. I. Look at the cause of the disagreement A. We are at war with ourselves. 1. Inner desires ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

No Man To Take Me To The Water

Contributed by Randy Trotter on Aug 8, 2009

Outline for many of life’s needs that only Jesus can truly meet. We can’t do it on our own!

“NO MAN TO BRING ME TO THE WATER” John 5:1-9 HEALING Within Reach But No Man to Take Me To The Water! BLESSING Within Reach But No Man to Take Me To The Water! SPIRITUAL FULFILLMENT Within Reach But No Man to Take Me To The Water! HOPE Within Reach But No Man to Take Me To The Water! JOY ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Relationship Series

Contributed by Moses Radford on Feb 24, 2011

This message is about having a relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ.

JOHN 1: 38 - 51 1. Then Jesus turned, and saw them following, and saith unto them, What seek ye? They said unto him, Rabbi, (which is to say, being interpreted, Master,) where dwellest thou? John 1:38 (KJV) A. THEY WANTED TO KNOW WHERE JESUS WAS LIVING. B. THEY WANTED TO GO HOME WITH ...read more

Scripture: John 1:38-51

Denomination: Baptist