Sermons on A Certain Rich Man:

Hope And Peace, A Call To Repentance, A Call To Return

Contributed by William Akehurst on Mar 25, 2023

Hope and Peace by the love of GOD poured into our hearts by HOLY SPIRIT, WHO GOD gave to us. We Glory in tribulations. Tribulations>perseverance>character>hope>LOVE. GOD allows us to go through stuff, so that we will RETURN TO HIM to STAND Stronger IN HIM.

2023.03.26.Sermon Notes. Hope and Peace – A CALL to REPENTANCE, A CALL to RETURN. William Akehurst, HSWC KEY SCRIPTURE: Romans 5:1-5; Hosea 6:1-3; James 1:2-4; James 1:12 Scriptures Referenced: Matthew 14:13-21; Matthew 6:33; Mark 6:30–44; Luke 9:10–17; John 6:1–14; James 4:3; 1John 5:14-15; ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5, Hosea 6:1-3, James 1:2-4, James 1:12, Matthew 14:13-21, Matthew 6:33, James 4:3, Matthew 11:28-30, Philippians 4:7, 1 John 5:14-15, Mark 6:30-44, Luke 9:10-17, John 6:1-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being A Part Of God’s Story Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 28, 2023

The dreams of Joseph lay out the larger vision of what God will fulfill in His life. What can we learn from it about the way God works?

- Sermon series: “Character Amid Crisis.” - Joseph is not necessary the most important of the OT characters. That would probably go to Abraham or Moses or David. But I think Joseph stands as the greatest saint of the OT in his behavior. He doesn’t have the major lapses in his behavior like most of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

"the Messiah On A Colt"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 28, 2023

A sermon about the love and grace of God as seen through Palm Sunday.

Matthew 21:1-11 “The Messiah on a Colt” Palm Sunday stands out. We celebrate it every year, it’s the only time we get out that wooden donkey and have the children process down the center aisle waving palms. It’s an incredible worship experience. At the same time, it can be hard to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Creator Of Heavens And Earth Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jan 24, 2026

The Heavens and the Earth are created by God, they remind us of many things in life. I would like to leave three Spiritual qualities: The existence of God, The existence of the Grace of God, The existence of the Hope of Second Advent.

Text: Genesis 1:1-2 Theme: Creator of Heavens & Earth Greetings: The Lord is good and His love endures forever! Introduction: This passage, however, contains a number of words and phrases that are used rarely, if at all, in other parts of the Hebrew Bible, making them more difficult to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2

Denomination: Methodist

Is Gambling Wrong?

Contributed by Robert Webb on Jan 13, 2026

Many people rationalize their behavior and because of that it's okay. There is no right way to do a wrong thing.

Let me begin by sharing with you some important facts about gambling in America today found on a search of Bing. As I did my research for this topic I was amazed at the things I learned about gambling in America today. Here are a few of the things I learned from online sources. Gambling is indeed ...read more

Scripture: James 4:17, Romans 13:7-9, 1 Timothy 6:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus' Family Tree

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 20, 2024

For the first Sunday in Advent. There is no one who is not good enough for God to love.

Matthew 1:1-17 Jesus’ Family Tree When I was in college I was walking across campus when I came across a woman who was in one of my classes. She also came to our Campus Bible study. She was maybe in her 50’s, which seemed ancient to me. We got into a long and in-depth conversation that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: United Methodist

The Vine And His Branches Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 16, 2009

What does it mean to bear fruit for Jesus today?

The vine and the branches John 15:1-7 I was in the hospital the other day and I noticed a sign on the wall of the little store by the entrance. It said, “Chips $1.35.” And I remembered buying the same size bag for a nickel. Anybody else remember that? Now, we pay ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Empty Promises, Feigned Concern

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 10, 2018

A study in the book of 2 Samuel 15: 1 – 37

2 Samuel 15: 1 – 37 Empty promises, feigned concern 15 After this it happened that Absalom provided himself with chariots and horses, and fifty men to run before him. 2 Now Absalom would rise early and stand beside the way to the gate. So it was, whenever anyone who had a lawsuit came to the king ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 15:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Hosanna

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 11, 2019

the Triumphal entry of Christ into Jerusalem, which we recall this Palm Sunday, we see: 1) The End of the Pilgrimage (Matthew 21:1a), the 2) The Exactness of Prophecy (Matthew 21:1b-7), 3) The Epitome of Praise (Matthew 21:8-9) and 4) The Element of Perplexity (Matthew 21:10-11)

Things are not always as they seem on the surface. When Elizabeth II had her coronation on June 02, 1953, to the casual observer, she made it look easy. As with so much in the line of royalty, the reality is a little different. Elizabeth II, who discussed her memories of her coronation in a BBC ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Other

The Secret Weapon - Genesis 16 Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Jul 24, 2021

When someone mistreats you at work, someone mistreats you at home, someone mistreats you at school or in any situation, this is the secret weapon.

Today I’m going to share with you a truth that you need in your life. Some of you are going to need this tool that I’m going to share right now in your hearts. The challenges you’re facing right now require this tool to be ready and available for you so you can put it into practice now. It’s a word ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How God Uses Evil For Good Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 15, 2023

Three progressive features show "How God uses Evil for Good", describing: 1) Persecution (Act 8:1–3), which stems from 2) Preaching (Acts 8:4-7), which results in 3) Productivity (Acts 8:8).

Acts 8:1-8. [8:1] And Saul approved of his execution. And there arose on that day a great persecution against the church in Jerusalem, and they were all scattered throughout the regions of Judea and Samaria, except the apostles. [2] Devout men buried Stephen and made great lamentation over him. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8

Denomination: Other

Esther 2:1-18 When You're In A Contest You Didn't Choose To Be In

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 17, 2024

Esther finds herself in a beauty contest she didn't sign up for. In life we find ourselves in competitions that seem unfair. Discover how God guided Esther through this situation.

We've been in Esther for the past two weeks, we've been in chapter 1, and what we found out is there is King Ahasuerus, but most of us know him as Xerxes, his Greek name. He's been throwing just one big party for six months; he's just been having a great time, living it up. He ...read more

Scripture: Esther 2:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Dangers Of Forgetting That You Have Been Cleansed - 2 Peter 1:9b Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 22, 2025

When you have struggled with a problem for years and it seems like nothing you’ve tried has worked, it may be that what will work is a truth that’s already in your head, but you haven’t fully digested it.

2 Peter 1:5 For this very reason, having made every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; 6 and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; 7 and to godliness, brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness, love. 8 For ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:9

Blessedness Of Belief - Luke 1:39-45

Contributed by Maureen Hull on Nov 24, 2025

Title: Blessedness of Belief Speaker: Ralph Hull Series: Luke Date: November 23, 2025 Bible: Luke 1:39-45 An Exposition of Luke 1:39-45

Hello. RT Hull Ministries is grateful and humbled to be part of your sanctification today. We invite you to review our other sermons online, but also want to stress the importance of being joined with a biblical local church. Our website is rthullministries.com. That's ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-45

From Speachless To Praise

Contributed by Maureen Hull on Dec 17, 2025

An exposition of Luke 1:67-80

Good morning, brothers and sisters. I'm glad to see all of you. What a beautiful morning we have. Beautiful snow. It's so pretty to see the coverings. As I looked last night and woke up this morning and the bright sunshine. You can't ask for a prettier Christmas time. Well, if you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:57-80