Sermons on Worldly Sorrow:

Mr. Goody Two Shoes Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 15, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Luke 18: 18: 18-22

Luke 18: 18: 18-22 Mr. Goody Two Shoes 18 Now a certain ruler asked Him, saying, “Good Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?” 19 So Jesus said to him, “Why do you call Me good? No one is good but One, that is, God. 20 You know the commandments: ‘Do not commit ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-22

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

My Sediments Exactly

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Jun 19, 2007

We must be in the Word of the Lord regularly to renew our joy.

Long Branch Baptist Church Halfway, Virginia; est. 1786 Tuesday, June 12, 2007 Enter to Worship Prelude David Witt Meditation Psalm 30:1 – 5 Invocation Michael Hollinger *Opening Hymn #705 “It is Well with My Soul” Welcome & Announcements Morning Prayer [See Insert] *Hymn #541 “The Joy of ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Feelings In Line

Contributed by David Flowers on Sep 28, 2008

If our feelings are often misleading because they spring from thoughts that are not grounded in God-reality, then how do we know which feelings are legitimate and which ones are not, and what do we do with this?

Getting Feelings In Line Wildwind Community Church David Flowers August 30, 2008 We talked last week about the role our thoughts play in determining how we feel. The relationship between thoughts and feelings is undeniable and we cannot pay enough attention to it. We’ll be talking more about it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Trials & Paradoxes Of Ministry Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 18, 2014

Those who serve through the difficulties of life & ministry find that God¡¯s grace produces dignity in them & glory for God.

2 CORINTHIANS 6: 3-10 [GAINING PERSPECTIVE Series] THE TRIALS AND PARADOXES OF MINISTRY [Romans 5:1-5 / 14: ] With an outburst of passion, noble Christian service is described. For those who receive the grace of God, and allow it to carry out its intended working, there is a moving into ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:3-10

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson Ii.b.6.c: Paul’s Methods Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 16, 2018

Christian ministers, and to a smaller degree Christians in general, are workers or laborers; their ministry is a work, and a very labor intensive one, but none of them, of themselves, have strength equal to the task.

July 2, 2014 Tom Lowe The Second Epistle of Paul to the Corinthians Lesson II.B.6.c: Paul’s Methods. (6:1-10) 2nd Corinthians 6:1-10 (NKJV) 1 We then, as workers together with Him also plead with you not to receive the grace of God in vain. 2 For He says: "In an acceptable ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Good Grief: How The Mighty Have Fallen - 1 Samuel 31:11-2 Samuel 1:27 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Oct 25, 2025

David didn’t celebrate Saul’s death—he wept, fasted, and wrote a song. Learn 3 biblical truths about godly grief from the man after God’s own heart.

For free audio or video download of this message, visit https://www.treasuringgod.com/sermons-by-scripture or my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@DarrellFerguson. Introduction: How did David get Saul’s crown and armband? The writer has been making a concerted effort to exonerate David of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 31:11-13, 2 Samuel 1:1-27

The Enemy From Without Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 27, 2017

A study of the book of Job 41: 1 – 34

Job 41: 1 – 34 The Enemy From Without 1 “Can you draw out Leviathan with a hook, or snare his tongue with a line which you lower? 2 Can you put a reed through his nose, or pierce his jaw with a hook? 3 Will he make many supplications to you? Will he speak softly to you? 4 Will he ...read more

Scripture: Job 41:1-34

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Leviathan

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 19, 2020

A study in the book of Job 41: 1 – 34

Job 41: 1 – 34 Leviathan is not a sea monster 1 “Can you draw out Leviathan with a hook, or snare his tongue with a line which you lower? 2 Can you put a reed through his nose, or pierce his jaw with a hook? 3 Will he make many supplications to you? Will he speak softly to you? 4 Will he make a ...read more

Scripture: Job 41:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

A Final Gift Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 26, 2009

This message looks at the gift of the Marys on the morning of the resurrection. This is the third part of a stewardship series.

They came in the dark. In the cold of early morning. They had come to give. The others had taken, but they only wanted to give. There would be no reward. No recognition. No return. They were giving out of love. After all what could Jesus give back? He was dead. What could a dead man ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-4

Denomination: Wesleyan

Healthy Hearts Are Focused Heavenward

Contributed by Donnie Martin on May 4, 2009

Just as there are certain indicators that point to an unhealthy physical heart, there are also indicators of an unhealthy spiritual heart. An unhealthy spiritual heart can be determined by asking ourselves three important questions, which this message ask

Healthy Hearts Are Focused Heavenward Text: Prov.4: 23 Intro: We hear a lot these days about the importance of having a healthy heart. There is a plethora of advice from doctors, dieticians, and exercise specialists for those who want to develop or maintain cardiovascular health. Some people ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23

Denomination: Baptist

Taking Refuge In God

Contributed by Todd Riley on Dec 5, 2000

An exposition of Psalm 16

Islington Baptist Church December 3, 2000 Psalm 16 Scriptures: Acts 2, Psalm 73 READ PSALM 16 I. THERE IS ONE TO WHOM WE CAN CALL FOR HELP v.1 It is with great joy that I say to you that there is one to whom we can go to for help, strength, comfort, courage, wisdom, and guidance. No ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

God's Plan For Intimacy

Contributed by Jerry Fenter on May 23, 2002

The need for intimacy is fulfilled in marriage, family, and the church.

God’s Plan For Intimacy Genesis 2:18-25 A small child came home from Sunday School and told his mother: "The teacher told us how God made the first man and the first woman. He made man first, but the man was very lonely with no one to talk to, so God put the man to sleep, and while he was asleep, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Revive Us As Our Banner - Revive Us Part 6 Series

Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on May 8, 2009

(PowerPoint slides freely available by emailing Emile@Wolfaardt.com) Positioning ourselves where God can powerfully revive our hearts.

Revive Us - Part 6 Revive Us as Our Banner Psalm Exodus 17:8-16 There is nothing more important for you to be doing in the next 45 minutes than to give you full and undivided attention to what you are going to hear. The message this morning is exactly what you need to hear to secure victory in the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-16

Denomination: *other

A Lesson From The Potato Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 27, 2007

A basic approach to life for the Christian should be celebration of the presence of Christ.

A LESSON FROM THE POTATO Matthew 9:14-17 Sermon Objective: A basic approach to life for the Christian should be celebration of the presence of Christ and that, like him – we should too, be everywhere spreading his love. Supporting Scripture: Isaiah 51:11-12; Luke 19:35-40; 2 Corinthians 5:16-18; ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 9:14-17

Denomination: Nazarene

Upside Down Kingdom

Contributed by Chris Surber on Aug 12, 2006

The Kingdom of God is an upside down kingdom where to be a child is to be great and the proud are rejected.

“An Upside Down Kingdom” Main Passage (Matthew 18:1-4 ESV) “… The disciples came to Jesus, saying, "Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?" And calling to him a child, he put him in the midst of them and said, "Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like (little) children, you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-4

Denomination: Christian Church