Sermons on Scarlet Cord: showing 61-75 of 5,255

Spies, Lies And A Harlot Saved! Series

Contributed by Todd Martin on Dec 23, 2018

Part 2 of Joshua

Spies, Lies and a Harlot saved! Welcome back to our series from the break thru book of Joshua where we learn to pursue the promises of God that He has for us. This is a new book that I’ve never preached from before but am finding it a powerful encouragement and I hope you do too! Last week was ...read more

Outliving Our Past Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 31, 2001

Rahap’s faith is a wonderful demonstration of the grace of God.

A Study of Joshua Sermon # 2 “Outliving Our Past” Joshua 2:1-21 Many people, even Christian’s struggle all of their lives trying to overcome their past. Since they have never forgiven themselves they have a hard time ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 29 - Connected By A Red Cord Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 6, 2023

There was one woman, and her entire family who was saved with just a red cord that she used because her faith was accompanied by works. Let’s learn how our faith and works need to go hand in hand.

When we think about being in bondage we must remember that bondages are not only to addictive habits, but there are numerous other areas of our lives we can be held captive to; some of them could be pride, anger, love for money, friendships or certain unhealthy relationships, social media and the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 77:1, Psalm 77:14, Joshua 2:21, Joshua 2:12-13, Joshua 2:18, Proverbs 29:25, James 2:17, Joshua 6:20, Psalm 91:7, Matthew 1:1, Matthew 1:5, 1 Corinthians 2:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Losers Win! Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 19, 2018

When you fail, don’t try to save yourself. Instead, realize you’re a loser (we all are), and rely on the Lord to turn your failure into victory!

Recently, I came across some cynical observations on life and work: Nothing is foolproof to a talented fool; the early bird may get the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese; borrow money from a pessimist – they don't expect it back; if at first you don't succeed, destroy all evidence ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Faith Moves Beyond Our Comfort Zone And Takes Risks Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Oct 14, 2007

A sermon that examines the risk taking faith of Rahab.

What causes ordinary people to take risks? What prompts people to gamble or engage in extreme sports such as skydiving, hang gliding, scuba diving, auto racing, rock climbing and whitewater kayaking? Psychologists have determined that it is more a personality trait rather than a behavior. Some ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Inspecting Our Church Field-2(2012)

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 13, 2012

2 of 2. Joshua sent spies to determine what they would encounter in the promised land. We can & should determine/examine what we will encounter on our church field. Upon examining our church field we discover people given to...

INSPECTING Our CHURCH FIELD-II—Joshua 2:1-24 Attention: Jim walking downtown/Man approaches him wearing dirty clothes & hobbling on crutches/Asks Jim for money/Jim complies giving $5 & says, ‘Cheer up it would be much worse if you were blind’/Man says, ‘Oh, believe me, I ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The 2 Fold Cord Of Sanctification- Growing In Christlikeness

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 7, 2019

This first-fold-cord-of-sanctification takes place the moment you’re born-again.

The 2 Fold Cord Of Sanctification- Growing In Christlikeness Colossians 1:11-15AMP 11 [we pray that you may be] strengthened and invigorated with all power, according to His glorious might, to attain every kind of endurance and patience with joy; 12 giving thanks to the Father, who has ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:11-15

Denomination: Church Of God

Rahab, A Heart Of Gold Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jul 31, 2011

This is week six of our series from Hebrews 11. Here we look at what made Rahab a candidate for the Faith Hall of Fame.

Rahab Every story has a beginning and this one begins in a most unlikely place. . . a brothel. Not many stories in the Bible start in a house of ill repute, as a matter of fact I can only think of one other.. The scripture was read earlier and there is a lot that was left unsaid in the Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:30-31

Denomination: Wesleyan

Faith And Evidence Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Vivek Gundimi on Oct 12, 2020

Today we are going to look at another shelter of faith which can help withstand all calamities of life leading a Christian to move forward in God’s will despite the extremity of an existential life.

Faith and Evidence Joshua 2:8-18 Introduction: This month we focus on the theme, “Shelters of faith”. Experientially it means that faith needs to be sheltered, faith needs to come under the banner of a refuge - so to speak. Faith at times can become so fragile and vulnerable to the tensions and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:8-18

Denomination: Methodist

A Saving Hope

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 12, 2013

1. Unrealistic Hope 2. Genuine Hope 3. Demonstrated Hope 4. Our Hope

Hal Lindsey "Man can live without food for 30 days. Man can live without water for 3 days, Man can live without oxygen for 3 minutes. But man cannot live without hope for 3 second.” - WOW! That’s some statement - “Hope Again” - Charles R. Swindoll -"(Hope) is something ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

Faith For Tough Times Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 16, 2014

In all of Scripture there are few passages more inspiring than ten verses we’ll explore in this particular message.

Faith For Tough Times Hebrews 11.30-40 Hebrews Series 8.20.14 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A In all of Scripture there are few passages more inspiring than ten verses we’ll explore in this particular message. 1 The valiant exploits, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:30-40

Denomination: Baptist

The Story Of Rahab

Contributed by Maximiliano Zapata on Jun 1, 2001

What Rahab is not known for is what matters most. Her faith.

In the book of Joshua 2, we are introduced to a women by the name of Rahab. Rahab lived in the city of Jericho, in fact her house was built on the outer wall that surrounded the city for protection. From her window overlooking the wall, she would be able to see the travelers who would come to her ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-24, James 2:25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Grace In An Unlikely Place Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 18, 2015

We know in theory we can find grace anywhere, but in practice can find it in a brothel?

Grace in an Unlikely Place If you are like most people, then your family tree probably has some folks in it that you’d rather not talk about. Not just the nuts and saps that collect in most trees but people that when you are drawing your family tree you are tempted to use the white out. We ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

Faith In Action - Life Lessons From The Life Of Rahab Series

Contributed by Timothy Bokka on May 31, 2019

Rahab, a woman of a disrepute, makes it to the list of the heroes of faith. It is in the book of Joshua that we first read about Rahab and the role she plays to help the Israelites conquer a city. Rahab is a Canaanite.

Hebrews 11:30 – 31 These two verses talk about an unusual event and an unusual person. In verse 30, the walls of Jericho, a fortified city, fell because of faith. In verse 31, Rahab, a woman of a disrepute, makes it to the list of the heroes of faith. It is in the book of Joshua that we first read ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:30-31, Joshua 2:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Triumphal Entry

Contributed by Richard White on Mar 28, 2009

This march is not like other conquering heroes march, it begins before the victory, and takes the Victor to Calvary the place of the triumph.

The Triumphal Entry Matt 21:1-11 Every conquering hero has a “victor’s parade.” The march goes through the countryside with the foot soldiers leading, maybe charioteers or cavalry to follow, with the captives somewhere in the middle. The conquering hero would come from the rear riding high ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ