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Taking The Next Step Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 6, 2015

Sometimes God uses trials to get us to take the next step.

Taking The Next Step Text: Acts 8:1-25 Introduction 1. Video Clip 2. We are continuing our exploration of the book of Acts and the TV series A.D. today. A prevailing theme in Acts, which is clear in A.D. and mirrors our own lives to a somewhat lesser degree, is the trials and tribulations that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-25

Denomination: Methodist

God’s Early Warning System Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

The truth is, sometimes committed Christians stumble and fall into sin. The Bible reads like a Who’s Who of spiritual failures. Abraham was a liar; Moses was a murderer; David committed adultery and murder; Peter denied the Lord three times.

INTRODUCTION This is the 28th message in this series called “Finding Hope in a Hopeless World.” As we come to the end of Paul’s second letter to the Thessalonians, let’s review what we’ve learned. The main theme of these two letters is that Jesus Christ is coming ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Time To Mourn

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 22, 2019

A stud in the book of Jeremiah 8: 1 – 22

Jeremiah 8: 1 – 22 It is time to mourn 1 “At that time,” says the LORD, “they shall bring out the bones of the kings of Judah, and the bones of its princes, and the bones of the priests, and the bones of the prophets, and the bones of the inhabitants of Jerusalem, out of their graves. 2 They ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 8:8

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Dangers Of Anger Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 9, 2022

The Pharisees claimed they carried out every nuance of practice demanded by the Mosaic Law, but they had departed from that long before Jesus became a man. The Pharisees had made out long lists of "do's and don'ts" by which they sought to live righteously.

Sermon on the Mount - Matthew 5:21-26 (Anger) Jesus advises us on how to deal with anger. The Dangers of Anger Matthew 5:21-26 Introduction Many years ago, a member of the Missouri State Legislature accepted a $25,000 bribe for his vote regarding a specific bill. Sometime later, he received a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

John 8:2-11 The Stone Dropped: How Jesus Turned A Legal Trap Into A Call For Self-Examination

Contributed by Ellick Wu on Jan 6, 2026

Now we come to study John 8:2-11. A familiar story about “The Woman Caught in Adultery” and the well-known phrase, “He who is without sin throws the first stone.” Let’s explore the Hypocrisy in the Temple that day, and challenge the judgmental spirit alive in our world today.

Imagine the scene: The temple court is quiet, filled with people eager to hear Jesus teach. But the peace is about to shatter. Suddenly, a group of powerful religious leaders storms in, dragging a terrified woman to the center. They haven't come for justice; they've come to set a trap. They ...read more

Scripture: John 8:2-11, Exodus 20:14, Leviticus 20:10

Denomination: Baptist

Witness In Jerusalem – Progress Of The Church Series

Contributed by Paul Long on Feb 24, 2003

2nd part of 5 week series on ACTS: WITNESS IN JERUSALEM – PROGRESS OF THE CHURCH

WITNESS IN JERUSALEM – PROGRESS OF THE CHURCH (Acts 3-6) Introduction: Last we began our 5-week series on Acts where we saw that the Church began well under the topic: Witness in Jerusalem: power of the church (chap 1-2) This morning we continue with Witness in Jerusalem: progress of the church ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

What Does God Really Think About Divorce?

Contributed by Wayde Wilson on Mar 17, 2001

Divorce

Matthew 19:3-9 (READ) In Matthew 19 the Pharisees tried to trick Jesus by asking Him what they thought was a tough question about divorce. ¡§Is it lawful for a man to divorce his wife for any and every reason?¡¨ (vs. 3). To put it in modern-day language, ¡§Can you get a no-fault divorce for any ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:3-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Patience Revealed Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Nov 1, 2006

We often hear about patience, but we will never understand it until we look at God’s patience toward us.

1. Introduction a. I was doing my quiet time on Monday morning when I ran across a passage that leapt off the page. It so stirred my spirit, that I felt that the Lord wanted me to preach a sermon series on the subject that the passage spoke about. i. As I researched the subject…the subject of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Without Excuse Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 13, 2007

This sermon answers some of the excuses that we make in our failure to acknowledge, seek and worship the true and living God.

Scripture Recently, I read the following announcement that presumably appeared in a church bulletin: To make it possible for everyone to attend church next Sunday, we are going to have a special “No Excuse Sunday.” Beds will be placed in the foyer for those who say, “Sunday is my only day to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Christ Of The Crisis

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Mar 30, 2020

The example of Paul and Silas in jail reveals how the disciples of Jesus are to respond in a crisis.

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Baptist

Between The Extremes

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 2, 2003

Extreme events get our attention, but they do not define our lives; Living between the extremes does.

CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC a fellowship of faith family and friendships -------------------------------- June 1, 2003 1To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: 2A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

Remembering People (Memorial Day)

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 25, 2002

Memorial Day is about remembering people.

REMEMBERING PEOPLE (Memorial Day) Phil. 2:3-4 INTRO.- ILL.- There’s a story about a city fellow who was visiting relatives on a farm and the farmer gave a whistle and his dog herded the cattle into the corral, then latched the gate with her paw. "Wow, that’s some dog. What’s her name?" The ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

And Now - The Good News

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Dec 2, 2008

As we go into the time of Christmas, we revert our attention back to Jesus - the Good News. Full text and communion message at: www.sermonlist.com/2008.html

For the last year, the only news we hear has been bad, hasn’t it? During the presidential campaign, all we heard was negative campaigning, and how our economy is failing. Everywhere you turn, there seems to be nothing but bad news. Have you ever noticed that the only thing this old world can ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-35

Denomination: *other

Holy, Holy, Holy Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 20, 2007

God of Wonders, Pt. 4

HOLY, HOLY, HOLY (ISAIAH 6) Are you old enough to remember the first Indiana Jones movie – The Raiders of the Lost Ark? Do you remember the final scene when Indiana Jones and friend were bound and the ark was seized by the Nazi raiders? However, the raiders made a wrong move and decided to open ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Heart Health: A Spiritual Heart Check Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Sep 26, 2009

A heart for God beats with God’s heart.

Title: Heart Health: A Spiritual Heart Check Text: I Samuel 16:1-13 (II Samuel 7:1-2; 12:1-13; 15:23-26; and I Samuel 18:6-7 and 14 and Psalm 115:1) Thesis: A heart for God beats with God’s heart. Series: The Bible in 90 Days Whole Church Challenge Our story today takes place during what we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational