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2024 Baccalaureate Sermon

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on May 2, 2024

A baccalaureate sermon given to a local high school graduating class 2024

2024 Baccalaureate Service Text: Psalm 90:9-12 Well let me begin by saying that I am honored to stand before you today. I know you students, I’ve met many of you, I’ve talked to most of you, and even taught some of you, so it’s an honor to be able to stand here and hopefully impart some wisdom. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:9-12

Tags: Baccalaureate, Graduation, Serving Jesus

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When Jesus Stopped: For Zacchaeus

Contributed by Chris Jordan on Sep 3, 2017

We need to overcome what obstacles in our lives that might hinder us from seeking and seeing Jesus.

WHEN JESUS STOPPED: FOR ZACCHAEUS INTRO TO TOPIC: QUOTE: Leonard Ravenhill: “There was a time when people came to church to meet with God. Now they come to church to sing songs and hear stories about Him.” Do we believe that Jesus is the same yesterday today and forever? (Hebrews 13:8). “1 A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Tags: Seek God, Prayer

Denomination: *other

Mother's Day

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on May 18, 2011

A sermon for Mother's Day

Mother’s Day 2011 Text: Proverbs 31:10 – 31 By: Ken McKinley Well today is Mother’s Day, the day when families pay special tribute to their moms in various ways. We take them out to dinner, or buy them special gifts… but the sad thing is that often times Mother’s ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Tags: Parenting, Mother's Day, Mothers, Home, Family  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Mother's Day

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 15, 2004

What mothers do for us.

INTRO.- Today we are here to worship the Lord and honor our mothers. Not only are we commanded to honor our mothers; it’s also the sensible and loving thing to do. Many of us here today wish we still had our mothers living so we could honor them, remember them and love them. ILL.- A six-year-old ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-3

Tags: Women, Mothers, Godly

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Enjoy Life- Shine Brightly Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 28, 2024

This is the 196th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 4th sermon from Philippians.

Series: Action [#196] HOW TO ENJOY LIFE- SHINE BRIGHTLY Philippians 2:5-18 Introduction: Our text tells us to shine in this evil and corrupt world- “Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky.” I remembered something from Science Class about stars and googled it to see if I was ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-18

Tags: Christian Living, Joy, Life, Shine Brightly

Denomination: Baptist

An Imperfect Family

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 9, 2024

Study of the life of Joseph. Series is based on my own study of Scripture as well as reading various books and sermons on the topic over the years.

WHEN LIFE IS THE PITS: AN IMPERFECT FAMILY A. Today we are beginning our Summer Sermon Series about the LIFE of Joseph from Genesis 37-50, titled: “WHEN LIFE IS THE PITS.” Today we’ll be looking at Joseph’s “IMPERFECT FAMILY”. 1. Of course, the theme: “When Life is the Pits”, is DERIVED ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon – Preparation, One Of The Keys To Building A Successful Life!

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 9, 2024

When the odds are against you and the stakes are high, you must realize everything in your history and preparation have made you ready for this moment. Everything up to now has been preparing you for this moment.

Sermon – Preparation, one of the Keys To Building a Successful Life! Scripture Lesson: 1 Samuel 17:51-58 “When the Philistines saw that their champion was dead, they turned and ran. Then the men of Israel and Judah gave a great shout of triumph and rushed after the Philistines, chasing them as far ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:51-58, Psalm 18:39-41, Psalm 37:22-25

Denomination: Methodist

Three Gifts To Give The Next Generation - Mother's Day 2024

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 9, 2024

Repeatedly, tell them they are loved by their Heavenly Father. Repeatedly, tell your children that every one of God’s commands is an invitation to help yourself to happiness. Repeatedly, tell the next generation that every time the Bible says, “Don’t do this,” He’s saying, “Don’t harm yourself.”

Here are some interesting things I have heard moms say. 1. My kids sure make a lot of plans for someone who can’t drive anywhere. 2. One mom said to another, “That’s it. I’m selling my kid on eBay.” The other mom replied, “Don’t be silly! You made him. Sell him on Etsy.” 3. Nothing is lost until ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:7-9, Daniel 1:3-4, Romans 8:29

Denomination: Baptist

Children Of God: Transformed By Adoption John 1:12-13 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 9, 2024

In John 1:12-13 we delve into the profound truth of our identity as children of God, transformed by the miracle of spiritual adoption.

Children of God: Transformed by Adoption John 1:12-13 Introduction: Today, we delve into the profound truth of our identity as children of God, transformed by the miracle of spiritual adoption. Our focus Scripture is found in John 1:12-13: "But to all who believed him and accepted him, he ...read more

Scripture: John 1:12-13, Galatians 4:4-5, John 3:5-6, 1 John 3:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Consecrated For Divine Purpose Romans 12:1-2 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 9, 2024

The call to consecration is not merely a religious act but a transformational process where we yield ourselves completely to God. Let us explore this theme through Scripture, exegesis, and the insights of renowned Christian authors and preachers.

Consecrated for Divine Purpose Romans 12:1-2 Introduction: Today, we embark on a journey of understanding and renewal as we delve into the concept of consecration—a season of setting ourselves apart for God's divine purpose. The call to consecration is not merely a religious act but a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, 1 Peter 2:9, 2 Timothy 2:21, Mark 8:34-35, Galatians 2:20, Hebrews 12:14, 1 Peter 1:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal