In Sermon Illustrations: "Remember Me"

He Loves Us So Much That When We Tell Him, "I ...

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 9, 2008

He loves us so much that when we tell Him, “I know better. I want things that aren’t mine, disordered sexual expression, cursing and swearing and gossip,” God tells ...read more

Tags: Sin Punishment Of

Denomination: Catholic

Marylu And I Often Take A Walk In The Evening; A ...

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 16, 2009

Marylu and I often take a walk in the evening; a few years ago, she bought me this massive, bright, rechargeable flashlight; everyday, after our walk, I plug it in to the charger; if I fail to recharge it, ...read more

Tags: Meditation, Light Of Christ

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Spiritual Growth Doesn't Mean A Life Of Doing ...

Contributed by Josh Hunt on Feb 9, 2012

"Spiritual growth doesn't mean a life of doing what I should do instead of what I want to do. It means coming to want to do what I should do." [Ortberg, John ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:13

Tags: Discipleship

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Point In These Stories About Desiring The ...

Contributed by Josh Hunt on Feb 9, 2012

"Jesus' point in these stories about desiring the kingdom of God is that when people come to understand how good God is, they want him. They don’t just love him. They like him." [Ortberg, John ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Tags: Kingdom Of God

Denomination: Baptist

If It Is Impossible It Will Take A Little Longer

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Aug 7, 2023

The Navy branch ... of the service ... called the Seabees ... had a unique slogan ... during World War II, (Pause) If its difficult, ... it will take a day or two. If its impossible, ... it will take a little longer. (Pause) It seems to me ... there are a number of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33, Mark 6:45-52

Tags: Difficult, Impossible, Truths

Denomination: Anglican

Don't Go Together

Contributed by John Bright on Mar 1, 2025

Certain things don’t go together. Old examples: Military Intelligence – Partial Pregnancy – (and my fav) Short Sermon 😊 Today, think about pairing sweets and seafood. How would you like ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:17

Tags: Intelligence, Pregnancy, Military, Partial

Denomination: Methodist

The Resolutions Of Jonathan Edwards  PRO

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jan 5, 2003

The Resolutions of Jonathan Edwards Being sensible that I am unable to do anything without God’s help, I do humbly entreat him by his grace to enable me to keep these Resolutions, so far as they are agreeable to his will, for Christ’s sake. Remember to read over these Resolutions once a week. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Tags: Discipleship, New Year's Day

Denomination: Baptist

Goodbye Ginger!" 1 Corinthians13: 8-13: Key ...  PRO

Contributed by Mark Brunner on Oct 13, 2004

“Goodbye Ginger!” 1 Corinthians13: 8-13: Key verse(s): 12: “Now we see but a poor reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known.” Yesterday, on a bright and sunny autumn day, Ginger died. Ginger was one of my ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:8-13

Tags: Death Nearness, Death

Denomination: Lutheran

It Was A Week That Was Shot To Pieces

Contributed by James Snyder on Jun 27, 2020

I only made one mistake last week, which is something of a record for me. I try limiting mistakes to one at a time, but not always in sequential order. I once tried to make my mistakes in a logical order, but it turned out to be a mistake. The one faux pas I made was taking Monday off. I proposed ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9

Tags: Humor, Plans

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Will We Be Served Coffee In Heaven?

Contributed by James Snyder on Jun 5, 2021

The last several weeks have truly been hectic in every sense of the word. Trying to catch up can be a never-ending job. When I think I’m caught up, I see another thing I need to do. I have learned that kicking the can down the street only hurts your big toe. With so much to do lately, it's ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:3

Tags: Coffee, Stress, Heaven

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Hallelujah… She’s Baaaaack

Contributed by James Snyder on Sep 4, 2021

I have learned that you don't miss something until it is gone. Unfortunately, sometimes, it's too late. Over six weeks ago, or was it nine months, I took my truck in for a regular checkup. I was going away for the week, so I thought I would drop the truck off and let them work on it when ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:8

Tags: Stress, Humor

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

What A Wacky World We Live In

Contributed by James Snyder on Apr 1, 2023

I like the old saying, “Just when you think it can’t get any worse, it does.” This is the kind of world we live in today, and I’m still not adjusted to this sort of thing. I’m not sure I will ever adjust to the world around me. The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage and I will be watching the ...read more

Tags: David, Crazy

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

I Then Thought Of Chocolate

Contributed by James Snyder on Oct 21, 2023

Everybody has their own comfort food. I have a long list of comfort food, and Apple Fritter is at the top. Nothing comforts me quite like a fresh Apple Fritter. The other day I needed some comfort food. After all, life can be rather stressful, and you either deal with the stress or let it deal ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Tags: Stress, Comfort Food

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

What If I Do Have A Brain?

Contributed by James Snyder on Jun 1, 2024

After about a month on a health hiatus, things started returning to normal, and then I had a doctor’s visit scheduled for a checkup. I don’t know why they call us patients because I’m not very patient with these doctors. At my visit, the doctor thoroughly examined me but couldn’t find anything ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-20

Tags: Brain, Challenges

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Recently I Dreamed, And In The Dream I Saw Jesus. ...  PRO

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 31, 2002

Recently I dreamed, and in the dream I saw Jesus. Jesus was crying in my dream. He was broken hearted. I asked Him, JESUS, WHY ARE YOU CRYING? He replied to me, I have more request for ...read more

Tags: What Is Evangelism?

Denomination: Assembly Of God

John Maxwell Tells A Story About 2 Boys On Their ...  PRO

Contributed by Mike Harris on Sep 24, 2002

John Maxwell tells a story about 2 boys on their way to school…and –talking about their families.. One boy said—“I’ve figured out a SYSTEM for getting along with my MOM…. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-3

Tags: Faith, Commandments Parents, Children

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

One Day, A Mother Explained To Her Five-Year-Old ...  PRO

Contributed by Paul Decker on Nov 12, 2002

One day, a mother explained to her five-year-old daughter that if she chose to disobey her, she would have to live with the consequences. "Oh, Mommy!" she said with a terrified look on her face. "Please ...read more

Tags: Sin Wages Of

Denomination: Baptist

Patience  PRO

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 12, 2004

Patience: And, of course, my favorite given to me some time ago by my elder, married daughter, Jennifer: I pray for - Wisdom - to understand my man; Love - to forgive him; Patience - for his moods; ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Tags: Peace, Marriage General

Denomination: United Methodist

St. Augustine Said, "I Have Read In Plato And ...

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Dec 4, 2004

St. Augustine said, “I have read in Plato and Cicero sayings that are very wise and very beautiful, but I never read in either of them: ‘Come unto me all ye that labor and are heavy laden.’” ...read more

Tags: Becoming A Christian

Denomination: Methodist

A Clear Sign

Contributed by Sermon Central on Feb 8, 2006

If only God would give me some clear sign! Like making a large deposit in my name at a Swiss bank. Woody Allen (b. 1935), U.S. filmmaker. article originally published in New Yorker (Nov. 5, ...read more

Tags: Apologetics God