Sermons on Wretch:

Abandoned At Birth-2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 13, 2016

2 of ? Jesus’ encounter with Nicodemus yielded the essentials of being born again/from above. Being born again is essential to God’s plan. But what does it take to be born from above? Those born from above, Abandon...

ABANDONED At BIRTH-II—John 3:1-21 Concessions For New Birth Attention: Once the congregation gets settled, have them stand again. Call attention to the fact that their laps disappears when they stand. And that when they stand they must rely on other means to ‘hold’ what their ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Loving The Brethren-8 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 11, 2016

8 of 8. Peter exhorted the aliens to love their brothers & sisters in Christ as they were also loved by God. Christians are to love as they are loved by God. But how are they to live out that love? God’s love is lived out thru an encounter with...

LOVING THE BRETHREN-VIII—1Peter 1:22—2:12 Attention: Hurricane Matthew(Oct. 4-10, 2016)—Haiti & the Bahamas were on the north-eastern side of Matthew as it traveled between themselves & Cuba. The residents of Haiti experienced a loss ~900+/- lives. They had already been ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Strong In The Lord Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 20, 2015

1) The Preparation (Ephesians 6:10), 2) Armor (Ephesians 6:11a), 3) Enemy (Ephesians 6:11b), 4) Battle (Ephesians 6:12), and 5) The Victory of the Believer’s Warfare (Ephesians 6:13).

Major-General Sir Ernest Swinton, used to speak on the radio once each week as a military commentator from September 1939 onwards. Nothing seemed to be happening, no guns were being fired, there had been no clash of arms, no air-raids had taken place, the war seemed dead. But Sir Ernest Swinton ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Other

By Grace Ye Are Saved 1 Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on May 28, 2016

To establish the truth, “by grace ye are saved” is not through faith only - but through “the obedience to the faith”- that is – “the gospel of the grace of God.”

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Man’s Condition before His Call by Grace 2. Man’s Condition during His Call into Grace 3. Man’s Condition after His Call to Grace Remarks. 1. This lesson is presented to answer the question is salvation by grace through the faith; - or by grace ONLY? Or is the recipient ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From Slaves To Siblings Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Sep 5, 2013

Do you realize how much God really loves you? The answer to that question has to be, "No." Because you can never comprehend the height, the breadth, and the depth of God's love for you.

INTRODUCTION Unless you’re an only child, you grew up with siblings—brothers and sisters. I have an older sister and a younger brother. I’m a middle child, that’s why I’m so well adjusted. If you’re a middle child you know what I mean: In the petty fights that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Confronting The Spirit Of Leviathan

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jan 4, 2012

The Leviathan spirit operates by attacking ministries and people associated within a ministry by stubbornness, rebellion, disobedience, lies, miscommunication, condescending attitudes, self exhaltation.

Confronting the Spirit of Leviathan By Pastor M.L. Maughmer, Jr. Matthew 11:12 says “And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffereth violence, and the violent take it by force”. Luke 17:20-21 says “And when he was demanded of the Pharisees, when ...read more

Denomination: Apostolic

Careless Words

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 21, 2014

Speech betrays the heart. Thus, Jesus cautions those who will follow Him to review their words.

“I tell you, on the Day of Judgment people will give account for every careless word they speak, for by your words you will be justified and by your words you will be condemned.” [1] Columnist Michael Coren advocated a revival of judgemental attitudes. He wasn’t suggesting ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:36-37

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer 101 Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 8, 2013

In Mark 1 Jesus gives us a critical lesson on the timing, manner and necessity of prayer. In it, He shows us the: Preparation by Prayer (Mark 1:35) 2) Expectations through Prayer (Mark 1:36-37), 3) Actions from Prayer (Mark 1:38-39)

In the ongoing roller coaster called Blackberry, sources familiar with the company announced this week that BlackBerry board hopes to run a “fast” auction process that could result in a sale of the company by November. Analysts have noted problems with product releases, lackluster ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:35-39

Denomination: Other

In Christ Alone Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 29, 2017

A Reformation sermon focusing on the 5 Solas.

We were introduced to the “5 Solas” one year ago this weekend in a sermon called, “Engage with the Reformation.” The second part of that message will air on Moody Radio (89.3) Sunday at 11:00 a.m. and again at 7:30 p.m. if you’d like to listen to it. Because the Protestant Reformation began 500 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:35-40

Denomination: Baptist

Love From Above Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 23, 2017

The coming of Christ as the Father’s Love from Above is exemplified through: 1) The Rejoicing of Love (Zephaniah 3:14), 2) The Reasons for Love (Zephaniah 3:15), and finally 3) The Results of Love (Zephaniah 3:16–17).

For those who love Christmas music, there is a wide range of preferences. Some prefer fast paced simple tunes that raise their spirits. Others prefer more obscure tunes that may have a tie to a particular event or family tradition. Some look primarily for theological accuracy while others like ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:14-17

Denomination: Other

Meaningful And Meaningless Worship Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jun 30, 2022

This sermon focuses on Solomon's somewhat cynical view of Temple worshipers along with his corrective: to "stand in awe of God" and how it applies to our modern day church services.

I would like to open today’s sermon with a question. Why do we even bother to go to church? I imagine if I was to ask everybody, I would probably get different answers. I think some go out of tradition. Some go because they are feeling pressure from a spouse. Others might be feeling a sense ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 6:1-7, Exodus 3:1-6

Denomination: Christian Church

The Impact Of A Church With Pentecostal Power!

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Apr 26, 2022

The power of the Holy Spirit enables his disciples to reach out and touch human needs and share the message of the Gospel. Pentecostal Power enables the church for inreach, outreach, evangelism and discipleship.

The Impact of A Church With Pentecostal Power! During this season of Pentecost, I want us to rediscover the purpose of the power made available to the Church. In describing the ministry of Jesus, Apostle Paul said, Ac 10:38 “How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-11, John 20:21, Mark 6:4-6, 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Methodist

Reunited! Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jan 30, 2022

Joseph finally is reunited with his father Jacob.

No Ordinary Joe: Jacob’s Genesis 46-47 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 01-30-2022 Family Reunion I’ve always been jealous of people that made the time and put in the effort to have family reunions. When I was cleaning out my dad’s house, I found a picture from our last ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Give Thanks Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 9, 2020

1) When (Ephesians 5:20a), 2) For what (Ephesians 5:20b), 4) To whom (Ephesians 5:20c), and finally 3) How the Spirit–filled believer is to be thankful (Ephesians 5:20d),.

Ephesians 5:20 giving thanks always and for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, (ESV) People may have one of three possible attitudes about thanksgiving. 1) The first is that it is Unnecessary. Some people are not thankful simply because they think they deserve ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:20

Denomination: Other

Outline Of 1 Timothy Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 17, 2020

First Timothy is one of the most important books in the New Testament, It deals with the most important aspects of our faith: salvation by grace through faith in Jesus Christ; the importance of prayer; the qualifications to be a church leader, and the centrality of Jesus.

Tom Lowe 8-21-2020 OUTLINE OF 1 Timothy Opening Greetings, 1:1-2 Instruction Concerning Doctrine, 1:3-20 Paul’s Warning Against False Doctrines, 1:3-11 Paul’s Testimony Concerning the Grace of God, 1:12-17 Paul’s Charge to Timothy, 1:18-20 III. Instruction Concerning Worship, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist