Sermons & Devotionals by Chuck Smith
Chuck Smith
Psalms 118:22
Intro: Prophecy is history written in advance. The detailing of events before they ever happen. I. THE PURPOSE OF PROPHECY. A. To provide a solid foundation for faith. 1. John 13:9 Jesus said, "And now I tell you..." 2. Isa. 41 God's challenge to false gods. a. "Prove your case give us a reason to b... Read More
Chuck Smith
Psalms 119:9
"THE WORD OF GOD" Intro: God has spoken to man! He has revealed himself to us so we might know His love, and His plan for our lies. He has given to us the rules for a rich, full, joyful life. How important it is to know and give heed to God's Word. I. "WHEREWITHAL SHALL A YOUNG MAN CLEANSE HIS WAY?"... Read More
Chuck Smith
Psalms 121
"JEHOVAH IS THY KEEPER" Intro: There are many times when we have depleted our own resources and must look beyond ourselves for help. . . Where do we turn? I. "FROM WHENCE COMETH MY HELP?" A. Some looking within themselves, I say "Chuck, you can do it." 1. Just remember the little train that said, "I... Read More
Chuck Smith
Psalms 121:1
"MY SOURCE OF HELP" Intro: No matter how clever or resourceful you may be, sooner or later we reach a point where we must reach out for help. I. WHERE DO YOU TURN FOR HELP? A. Some turn to the mysterious power of a positive attitude. 1. The little red engine, "I think I can." 2. "They said it couldn... Read More
Chuck Smith
Psalms 127
I. THE VANITY OF SELF EFFORT. A. In building the Lord's house. 1. Look at programs man has instituted to build the churches. 2. Methods devised to proclaim gospel. 3. World fast becoming totally heathen. a. Catholic Bishop 16% to 12%. b. 50, 000, 000 added annually 2,000, 000 being reached 4%. 4. Fi... Read More
Chuck Smith
Psalms 132:23
"SEARCH ME O GOD" Intro: Whole psalm a prayer. I. BEGINS WITH RECOGNITION; GOD KNOWS ME BETTER THAN I KNOW MYSELF. A. "O Lord, thou hast searched me and known me." 1. You know my highs and my lows. 2. You know the origins of my thoughts. 3. You surround my life, whether asleep or awake. 4. Before I ... Read More
Chuck Smith
Psalms 135:15
"THE DANGER OF FALSE CONCEPTS" Intro: "Everyone should believe in something." it doesn't matter what you believe, just so you are sincere. The children of Israel worshipped the golden calf and burned incense to it. Young men today worship a steel mustang & burn gas." I. "THE IDOLS OF THE HEATHEN ARE... Read More
Chuck Smith
Psalms 138:8
"THE WORK OF THE LORD" Intro: This scripture not for everyone, the "me" was David so it is for those like David. Are you concerned about your soul? The things of the Spirit? This vs. for those who have experienced God's mercy. This vs. for those who have placed their lives in God's hands. I. "THE LO... Read More
Chuck Smith
Psalms 139
"SEARCH ME, O GOD" Intro: "Man know thyself" Most difficult, most painful. I. GOD'S KNOWLEDGE OF ME. A. My down sitting and uprising. 1. Nathaneal "Whence knowest thou me?" B. "Thou understandeth my thoughts afar off." 1. Not He is way up in heaven and I'm way down here. 2. Knows my thoughts in the ... Read More
Chuck Smith
Psalms 139:1
"THE PRESENCE OF GOD" Intro: It is important that we come to the awareness of God's all pervading presence. King Ben-hadad. We are prone to think of the church as the place we meet God. I. HIS PRESENCE IN THE UNIVERSE. A. "If I ascend into heaven, thou art there." 1. Russian Cosmonaut. 2. Our own As... Read More
Chuck Smith
Psalms 144:15
"THE HAPPY PEOPLE" I. "HAPPY IS THE PEOPLE." A. Happiness is a highly desired emotion. 1. It forms the basic stimuli for most advertising. 2. It seems to be the goal of every man. B. Happiness is very illusive. 1. People try to find it in so many ways. 2. "The Sad Prince." 3. Happiness is not found ... Read More
Chuck Smith
Psalms 17:15
SPIRITUAL SATISFACTION I. A WONDERFUL THING TO BE SATISFIED. A. True (Dissatisfaction has caused much trouble.. 1. A person dissatisfied with his ability to earn money. a. Lies or cheats. b. Ill gotten gain never satisfies. 2. Countries dissatisfied with boundaries. B. Paul "I have learned in whatso... Read More
Chuck Smith
Psalms 19:1
"THE WORD OF THE LORD" Intro: Many times I have heard people say, "I wish God would speak to me," and all the while God is say, "I wish they would listen to me. I. HOW GOD SPEAKS TO MAN. A. "The heavens declare the glory of God. 1. They tell you God is infinite. a. In power, greatness, strength. 2. ... Read More
Chuck Smith
Psalms 23
I. GOD AS SHEPHERD. A. I shall not want. 1. For provision. a. "He maketh me to lie down in green pastures." 2. Refreshing. a. "He leadeth me beside the still waters.." 3. Strength. a. "He restoreth my soul." B. My every need provided by my tender Shepherd. 1. David wrote this Psalm, a little over 3,... Read More
Chuck Smith
Psalms 2:6
"THY KINGDOM COME" Intro: The second Psalm is a prophesy yet future when God shall turn over to Jesus Christ the reign of the earth. "Ask of Me." I. THE NEED OF HIS KINGDOM TO REIGN. A. We see the shambles Satan's reign has created on the earth. 1. We see the strife and turmoil. 2. We see the suffer... Read More
Chuck Smith
Psalms 32
Intro: Experienced in this Psalm we have (sin bitterness, burden-conviction) (sorrow-floods of great water, prison) (silence - ignorance of God's way, God's voice silent). I. "O THE BLESSINGS OF TRANSGRESSION FORGIVEN, AND SIN COVERED." A. Hebrew word "transgression" actual willful wrongdoing. B. "S... Read More
Chuck Smith
Psalms 34:1
"PRAISING GOD" Intro: A Psalm of David... A continual occupation. I. "I WILL BLESS THE LORD AT ALL TIMES." A. There are times when it is easy. 1. That spontaneous reaction to His grace. 2. Experience in market. B. There are times when praise is act of faith. 1. I cannot see His hand in a particular ... Read More
Chuck Smith
Psalms 37:1
"RESTING IN THE LORD" Intro: We are living in a world of turmoil, there are pressures brought against us daily that create anxiety, worry and fear. I often cry out to God, "What do you want me to do?" He answers, "Just rest in Me." I. "REST IN THE LORD" IS ONE OF THE MOST DIFFICULT COMMANDMENTS IN T... Read More
Chuck Smith
Psalms 37:7
"REST IN THE LORD" I. THE DIFFICULTY. A. We are living in a topsy turry world. 1. The wicked seem to prosper more than the righteous. 2. The wicked have the advantage, they are crooked, corrupt and prosperous. 3. The good honest people are often their victims. 4. It appears that evil will conquer ov... Read More
Chuck Smith
Psalms 44:20
"CAN THIS BE TRUE?" I. COMPARISON OF RUSSIA & U.S. BY ANASTAS I MIKOYAN. "Oh, you folks must not worry about the differences between the Russian & American philosophies of life. You believe in God. We do not. But we are both interested in attaining a higher standard of living. This is all that matte... 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.