Sermons on 2 Sam 1940:

Fathers Who Carry Arks

Contributed by Ava Ch on Aug 26, 2025

Today we celebrate all who have nurtured us in love, stood steady in faith, and reflected God's steadfast care—especially those who have carried burdens, led with courage, and created space for the next generation to flourish.

I.              Introduction—The Race   Defeat!  He lay there silently, a tear dropped from his eye. “There’s no sense running anymore—three strikes, I’m out—why try?” The will to rise had disappeared, all hope had fled ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:15-17

"Where Are The 9”

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

10 lepers were healed but only one returned. Are we part of the nine, or are we the One? Those who truly worship and serve the Lord are few in number compared to the many who are blessed.

“Where Are the 9” Scripture: Luke 17:11-17:18 Intro: 10 lepers were healed but only one returned. Are we part of the nine, or are we the One? Those who truly worship and serve the Lord are few in number compared to the many who are blessed. The time was drawing near for Jesus to pay the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

To Pay Or Not To Pay

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jun 23, 2025

In chapter nine of First Corinthians, the apostle Paul speaks to the issue of paying the preacher. He says it is the right thing to do. On the other hand, he reminds the Corinthians that when he was with them, he did not accept a salary.

Alba 6-22-2025 TO PAY OR NOT TO PAY I Corinthians 9:1-18 Today's subject is “To Pay or Not to Pay”, that is the question. There was a preacher who had just finished his sermon for the day and went to the back of the church for his usual greetings and handshaking. After shaking a few hands ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Anatomy

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 10, 2025

There is a space in Christ’s body that only you can fill. Some part of his hand, his eye, or his heart is missing when you are not there

A couple of weeks ago, I used the image of a jigsaw puzzle to illustrate that the gift of God takes some assembling before it starts to take shape in our lives. That is why you were given a piece of a jigsaw puzzle on the way in to the sanctuary this morning. The gift of God’s spirit comes in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:14-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Twenty-Four Carat Faith

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 11, 2025

We don’t have to suffer for our faith. But we do have to live for it. And if we never grate against a sinful world, how true to Christ are we being?

Peter is one of my favorite Bible characters. He’s the one who always opens his mouth before his brain has switched into gear and that’s a failing I have a lot of sympathy with. Remember when the disciples were alone on the boat out in the middle of the Sea of Galilee and they saw Jesus walking ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Understanding Who You Are Part #1 Your Identity In God

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jul 11, 2025

For far too long we have as black people (a term that by the end of this lesson I may not use, and you may choose not to use anymore) have been lied to, left out, belittled, tricked, bamboozled, made to feel insignificant, worthless, useless, and cursed by God with blackness.

Opening: - For far too long we have as black people (a term that by the end of this lesson I may not use, and you may choose not to use anymore) have been lied to, left out, belittled, tricked, bamboozled, made to feel insignificant, worthless, useless, and cursed by God with blackness. That’s not ...read more

Denomination: Apostolic

The Sin That Wants God

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 10, 2025

Cain sought God’s favor without surrender, but Christ’s blood still speaks—calling every heart from self-made worship to obedient, Spirit-filled revival.

The Conflict at the Altar Every human being builds an altar. Some offer obedience; some offer opinion. Every life lifts something before God—work, worship, wealth, reputation—and waits for fire to fall. That is where the story of Cain and Abel begins: two brothers, two altars, two hearts, one ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:24, Genesis 4:6-7, Romans 12:1, 1 John 1:7, Psalm 51:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

We Must Care About The Lost And Reach Them

Contributed by Ron Bridgewater on Nov 21, 2025

Week #4 in my At the Core series

Anybody here ever lose something? Maybe it was your wallet, or a set of keys. Some of you lose your glasses only to find out that they are actually on top of your head. Am I preaching to anyone today? I remember I was in the 7th grade at Brazil Jr High School and I lost my nylon Velcro wallet. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7

Juan El Bautista Muestra Cómo, En El Desierto, Dios Usa Su Cruel Misericordia Para Saciar Nuestra Hambre Espiritual Más Profunda.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Dec 7, 2025

Dios usó a Juan el Bautista porque el pueblo tenía hambre espiritual y anhelaba algo real. Juan era severo pero esperanzado, y usó el desierto para renovar al pueblo de Dios mediante la honestidad y la humildad.

Introducción: Nuestra lectura del Evangelio de hoy comienza con un clamor desde el desierto; no la voz de un rey ni la de alguien célebre o importante, sino la voz audaz y solitaria de Juan el Bautista que declara: "¡Arrepiéntanse, porque el reino de los cielos se ha ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Episcopal

Waiting PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2025

God’s strength never fails; when we are weary, He renews us, teaching us to hope, trust, and find fresh power in His presence.

Some of us walked in today with a brave face and a tired heart. Bills and busyness have been barking at your heels. Sleep has been thin. Relationships feel fragile. The headlines howl. And somewhere deep inside, a whisper rises: “I’m worn down.” If that’s you, friend, you are in good company. The ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Topics: Waiting, Patience

Worship Is All About Glorifying God! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 14, 2025

True obedience flows from joyful faith; serving God with gladness transforms ordinary tasks into sacred acts and reveals His love to the world.

Some mornings arrive like a hymn. Sunlight spills across the kitchen table, a mug warms your hands, and hope hums beneath the chores and headlines. Other mornings weigh heavy. The to-do list looms, the inbox aches, and the heart feels thin as paper. In both kinds of mornings, God extends the same ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:47

Topics: Joyful Worship, Gladness

Don't Doubt PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 22, 2025

Jesus meets us in our doubts with compassion, inviting honest faith and obedience, assuring us that questioning hearts are welcomed and transformed by His presence.

Friend, if you’ve ever walked into church with questions rattling around like coins in your pocket, you’re in good company. If you’ve sat on the edge of your bed and whispered, “Lord, are You there? Are You near? Do You care?”—you’re not alone. Doubt can feel like a fog, soft but smothering, and it ...read more

Scripture: John 20:27

Topics: No Doubt, Faith

The God Who Is Enough PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2025

Jesus offers true abundance—not material excess, but a deep, sustaining life of grace, peace, and generosity found only in relationship with Him.

Good morning, dear friends. If your week has been weary or your heart has been hurried, you’re in the right place. The Shepherd of our souls knows how we feel when life feels lean and our plates feel packed. He meets us here with a promise that doesn’t flicker with the markets or moods. He speaks ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Topics: Abundance, God

Supper Time

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 8, 2025

God’s feast is ready; the call is now—accept His grace, wear His robe, and take your seat at the table.

I grew up one of seven children. In a house that full, noise was normal—laughing, teasing, fussing, the thud of feet running in and out the back door. But no matter how wild the day got, there was one sound that could stop everything in an instant. It wasn’t thunder. It wasn’t Dad’s whistle. It ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:10, Revelation 19:9, Romans 13:14, Luke 14:16-24, Matthew 22:1-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Foundation Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 15, 2025

What is the basis for all you think, or choose or do. Do you have a controlling philosophy for your life. Jesus said there is only one philosophy that will stand the test of time and eternity--His Word.

Parables, Promises & Prophecies The Foundation Matthew 7:21-29 So, this morning, I have a couple of direct questions for you. What is the basis for all you think, believe and do in life? Now, there are a number of options here. Is it “what I want?” Is it all about you? Is it what makes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19, Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Bible Church