Sermons & Devotionals by Chuck Smith
Chuck Smith
I Samuel 4:3
"THE FOLLY OF RELIGION" Intro: Mistake - they wanted Lord in their midst. They thought that the symbol of His presence enough to insure victory,. Man is a spirit, he inhabits a body possessing a soul. Integrated-interrelated. True religion is spiritual, the forms and symbols are the body. They help ... Read More
Chuck Smith
I Samuel 7:12
"FACING THE NEW YEAR" I. "HITHERTO HATH THE LORD HELPED US -- LOOKING BACK." A. The Bible states that the final world governing empire will be a federation of 10 European countries. 1. This past month, it was announced officially that Greece has been accepted as the 10th nation Jan. 1, 1981. B. The ... Read More
Chuck Smith
II Chronicles 12:14
"SEEKING THE LORD" Intro: King Reheboam was a disappointment. Though his father Solomon was wise, he was very foolish, and because of his folly the kingdom was divided. When we see a man who has been given splendid advantages and opportunities yet ends up a failure, the question arises how did he fa... Read More
Chuck Smith
II Chronicles 14:11
"HELP US O LORD" Intro: At the beginning of his reign, Asa was a good king. He instituted spiritual reforms, he had an army of 450 thousand men. Word came that their land was being invaded by Zerah, the Ethiopian, with a million men and 300 chariots. I. "AND ASA CRIED UNTO THE LORD HIS GOD." A. This... Read More
Chuck Smith
II Chronicles 15:2
I. THE LORD IS WITH YOU WHILE YOU BE WITH HIM. A. God desires fellowship with us. B. God desires to help us. 1. As much as we allow Him, lie will bless us. C. This is a glorious promise. 1. We need fear nothing for - 2. We can face any problem for - D. Lord was with Adam until sin entered. E. Lord w... Read More
Chuck Smith
II Chronicles 16:7
"RELYING ON GOD" I. THE IMPORTANCE OF RELYING ON GOD. A. Asa began his career as king with spiritual reformation. 1. He rid the land of the images and places of worship of the false gods. 2. He ordered the people to worship Jehovah and to keep his law. B. The Ethiopians invaded the land with a huge ... Read More
Chuck Smith
II Chronicles 16:9
"HOW GOD GIVES" I. HOW MAN GIVES . . . 3 BASIC TYPES. A. Those who are urged and properly impressed. B. Those who desire and wait only to hear need. C. Those who are looking for place to invest. II. HOW GOD GIVES. A. Some imagine He gives as first. B. Others think as second. C. Text reveals that thi... Read More
Chuck Smith
II Chronicles 20:14
"GOD'S METHOD OF VICTORY" I. THE PROBLEM A. Judah was being invaded by-a confederacy of nations. 1. They were hopelessly outnumbered. 2. There were no human solutions. 3. They became dismayed and terrified. 4. Their plight was overwhelming. B. Judah was weak militarily. "We have no might against thi... Read More
Chuck Smith
II Chronicles 20:22
"VICTORY THROUGH PRAISE" I. THE SITUATION. A. Word has come of an invasion by several nations. 1. They are advancing against Judah from the dead sea area of EnGedi. B. Jehoshaphat the King feared for the nation for he knew they lacked the power to defend themselves. 1. He set himself to seek the Lor... Read More
Chuck Smith
II Chronicles 22:1
"THE THRESHING FLOOR OF ORNAN" Intro: David looking for sight to erect temple - a place to build alter - a place for ark. Jehovah - Jireh - in that Mt. shall the Lord be where Abraham offered His son as sacrifice - there sacrifices to be offered to God. David saw angel with unshuntled sword and crie... Read More
Chuck Smith
II Chronicles 33
"MANASSEH" Intro: One of the most evil of all kings of Judah. I. MANASSEH IN HIS SIN. A. Sin against early training. 1. Father Hezekiah prayed for extension of life - God granted 15 years in 3rd year Manasseh born. 2. Those who go wrong after good training are worst men in the world. 3. Many times g... Read More
Chuck Smith
II Chronicles 33:11
"BETTER SOONER THAN LATER" Intro: Manasseh had come from a good background. His father Hezekiah was one of the greatest kings in Judah. Many good reforms. I. MANASSEH REBELLED AGAINST JEHOVAH GOD. A. His was not just careless indifference. B. His was an open defiance. 1. He rebuilt the high places, ... Read More
Chuck Smith
II Chronicles 36:15
"NO REMEDY" Intro: "We have now arrived at the end of the glory of the nations of Judah." I. LESSONS TO BE LEARNED FROM HISTORY. A. "And as long as he sought the LORD, He made His ways to prosper." 1. Spiritual laws govern this Universe as well as natural laws. 2. "Seek first the Kingdom of God & Hi... Read More
Chuck Smith
II Chronicles 7:13
"NATIONAL SICKNESS - ITS CAUSE AND CURE" Intro: Our nation is obviously sick. Democratic convention; racial strife; riots; rising crime rates; extensive drug use; loosening or moral standards; all are symptoms. Where were the peace marchers when Czechoslovakia was invaded? When the strongest nation ... Read More
Chuck Smith
II Chronicles 7:14
"WILL HEAR FROM HEAVEN" Intro: This passage of scripture is God's direct response to Solomon's prayer of dedication of the Temple. I. "I WILL HEAR FROM HEAVEN." A. This is a glorious promise of God. 1. It always amazes me that God will listen to me when I pray. a. I sometimes have a hard time gettin... Read More
Chuck Smith
II Chronicles 9:1
I. VISIT OF SOLOMON BY QUEEN OF SHEBA. A. Purpose of visit - vs. 1. B. Discovery of visit - vs. 2-4. C. Result of visit - vs. 8. II. "LET YOUR LIGHT SO SHINE." A. Fine balance of believer's life. 1. Righteousness and humility - 2 qualities. a. Impossible to consciously display them. b. Some people a... Read More
Chuck Smith
II Kings 14:10
"MEDDLING" Intro: Amaziah at age of 25 began to reign over Judah. He defeated the Edomites and took rock city of Petra. I. HIS CHALLENGE TO JEHOASH KING OF ISRAEL TO FIGHT. A. Times of great victories are often times of great danger. 1. We often think we are stronger than we really are. 2. We become... Read More
Chuck Smith
II Kings 14:8
THE DANGER OF MEDDLING Intro: Amaziah was 25 when he became king. He successfully put down the Edomites. He then started looking for trouble. Challenged Jehoahaz. I. THE NATURAL TENDENCY TO MEDDLE. A. God gives to us some spiritual victory. 1. We feel very strong and exuberant. 2. Go out and start l... Read More
Chuck Smith
II Kings 17
IDOLATRY - ITS CAUSES & CURE Intro: The nation Israel is no more cities destroyed; men murdered; women ravished; remainder taken captive why? Idolatry. Idol - "that upon which the affections are passionately set." Covetousness which is idolatry. I. IDOLATRY - ITS CAUSE. A. "God has made man subject ... Read More
Chuck Smith
II Kings 18:1
A THING OF BRASS I. THE HISTORY OF THE BRASS (Num.21.. A. The people were murmuring against God and rebelling against His authority. 1. The Lord sent serpents of fire into the camp and many were dying from their bites. 2. The Lord commanded Moses to make a serpent of brass and set it on a pole. a. T... Read More
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Chuck Smith (1927 - 2013)
Pastor Chuck was used in the Jesus People revival where he was used along with others to minister to the hippy young people. They saw a work of the Spirit where many were added to the church and discipled. He has raised up many pastors who are a part of the Calvary Chapel movement now and where he pastors the large Costa Mesa church in California.The Calvary Chapel movement is based of simple principles that Chuck Smith taught over the years such as: The priority of agape love, Simple fellowship amongst the saints, the breaking of bread, the teaching of God's word chapter by chapter and verse by verse. And lastly and most importantly the principle not by might nor by power but by my spirit saith the Lord.