Sermons on A Loving Heart:

Sharing The Glory (January 2016)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 24, 2022

When you think of the disciples who do you think of first? Some would say Peter. Others might some of the names of the other disciples. How many would say Andrew? Did Andrew live in the shadow of his brother Peter?

SHARING THE GLORY Text: John 1:40-42 As someone has said, “God did not save you to be a sensation; He saved you to be a servant”. (James S. Hewett. ed. Illustrations Unlimited. Wheaton, Illinois: Tyndale House Publishers,1988, p, 452). A sensation leaves an impression, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:40-42

Denomination: United Methodist

Giving Us What We Need Most Series

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Oct 27, 2022

Instead of healing the paralytic, Jesus first meets his most important need, the forgiveness of his sins, much to everyone's annoyance.

In our Gospel Lesson this morning, we meet up with Jesus just after he returns “home.” We don’t always think of Jesus having a home, but this was not his own anyway. In this case, home seems to mean Peter’s home in Capernaum. Shortly before our Gospel, both Matthew and Mark share a similar record ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:1-9

Denomination: Anglican

Daniel's Vision Of Future Events Part 2 Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 25, 2022

Last time we were given a portion of Daniel’s vision that explained what would happen to the empires of that day. Four beasts representing different empires were seen in his vision. But the vision or prophecy is not over yet.

Last time we were given a portion of Daniel’s vision the explained what would happen to the empires of that day. Four beasts representing different empires were seen in his vision. Those things that Daniel saw in this vision have actually already occurred in history. But the vision or prophecy ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

The New Church

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Feb 8, 2022

The church is an organization that will have a similar life cycle as any living person. Is it possible that some churches need to die so new church's are born? Is your church fulfilling the spiritual needs of its membership.

The New Church Mark 13:28-32 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 28 “Now learn the parable from the fig tree: when its branch has already become tender and puts forth its leaves, you know that summer is near. 29 “Even so, you too, when you see these things happening, recognize that He is near, right at ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:28-32

Denomination: United Methodist

"The Trinity & H2o”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jun 4, 2020

The Trinity is the doctrine we all believe as Christians but never discuss. Either we all understand it, and therefore no discussion is needed, or none of us understands it, and therefore no discussion is possible. The illustration of H20 helps me understand this theological truth.

In Jesus Holy Name June 7, 2020 Text: Colossians 1:15-20 Trinity Redeemer “The Trinity & H2O” We began our service this morning with the great hymn “Holy, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:20, Colossians 1:15-20

Denomination: Lutheran

A Lazy Man’s Vineyard

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Jun 12, 2020

A little laziness would ruin a great harvest. It is time for us to be busy for Christ and reap a mighty harvest.

I went by the field of the lazy man, And by the vineyard of the man devoid of understanding; And there it was, all overgrown with thorns; Its surface was covered with nettles; Its stone wall was broken down. When I saw it, I considered it well; I looked on it and received instruction: A little ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:5-10, Proverbs 24:30-34, 2 Thessalonians 3:11-12

Easter Morn

Contributed by Greg Van Heukelom on Jun 30, 2020

Easter Morn---Heaven was freed and hell lost. Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VzFEczkfZBc

4/12 – Easter Morn Matthew 28 Matthew 28:1-10 (NIV) 1 After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to look at the tomb. 2 There was a violent earthquake, for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven and, going to the tomb, rolled back the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Coming Out Of The Upper Room

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 17, 2021

This sermon compares the events of Covid 19 isolation to the events of the first Easter as it relates to isolation and fear.

COMING OUT OF THE UPPER ROOM (Easter Son Rise Service 2020) Text: John 20:19 -20 John 20:19-21  On the evening of that day, the first day of the week, the doors being locked where the disciples were for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said to them, “Peace be with you.” ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-20

Denomination: United Methodist

A Three-Fold Battle Plan To Redeem Western Civilization

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 28, 2021

Your looking out upon a smoking, ruined battlefield. The battle is a battle for the ideas of a society. You and your men, clad in green, clutching rifles in the trenches are viewing three approaches.

Your looking out upon a smoking, ruined battlefield. The battle is a battle for the ideas of a society. You and your men, clad in green, clutching rifles in the trenches are viewing three approaches. These three approaches lead to three strongholds. These strongholds are pouring out fire on your ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4

Denomination: Salvation Army

We All Come To Worship Him

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jan 6, 2020

The Star of Bethlehem sends a signal to the world. Christ came to be the savior of the world. The church is called into a global mission.

January 5, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Matthew 2:1-12 We All Come to Worship Him Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Jesus came to be the Lord and Savior of all peoples. This tiny infant was sent on no small ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

‘night Is Coming When No One Can Work’

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Vivek Gundimi on Jan 27, 2020

Time is a donation of God; you cannot buy it, you cannot merit it, you cannot purchase it, you cannot trade for it. And life is a sphere of Work! You see we are not sent into this world as a butterfly.

‘Night is Coming when no one can Work’ John 9:4 Introduction: Very often Jesus in his teachings concerning ‘the importance of work’ uses the verb of necessity and urgency: "I must!" For example in Luke 2:49, even as a Child in the temple He said to his parents, "Didn’t you know ...read more

Scripture: John 9:4, John 6:29

Denomination: Methodist

If You Want To Walk On Water You've Got To Get Out Of The Boat

Contributed by David Parks on Oct 3, 2020

If you are going to follow Jesus, you must, by faith, be willing to step out of the safety of your comfort zone and "do something religious."

IF YOU WANT TO WALK ON WATER YOU’VE GOT TO GET OUT OF THE BOAT Text: Matthew 14:22-33 Introduction: 1. John Ortberg is an exceptionally talented writer who can catch your attention with his titles. 2. One book was Titled Everyone is Normal Until You Get to Know Them. 3. Another one is Titled, If ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Problem Of Weeds

Contributed by Jim Keegan on Oct 14, 2020

This parable may very well be one of the most important teachings for the church to hear in helping us to understand the nature of our witness for good in the world.

The Problem of Weeds Read Matthew 13:24-30 Everyone who has ever farmed or gardened, or taken care of a lawn, is only too familiar with the vexing reality of weeds. Weeds are essentially a mundane example of the fall of Creation and the presence of sin in the world. The dictionary defines them ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43

How To Avoid Seeing God Move In Your Life Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 23, 2020

Jesus' healing on an invalid suffering for 38 years provides an interesting example of ways that we sometimes miss out on what God is willing to do in our lives.

HOW TO AVOID SEEING GOD MOVE IN YOUR LIFE: 1. CONSIDER IT TOO LATE. - John 5:5. - Life has a way of beating us down. Especially when we are continually pummeled over many years. - This invalid had been there for nearly four decades. It’s hard not the lose your hope by that point. - Many of ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Grapes Of Wrath

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 27, 2020

Let’s now look at several events surrounding the Lamb, the 144,000 and the hour of judgment in Revelation 14.

Let’s now look at several events surrounding the Lamb, the 144,000 and the hour of judgment in Revelation 14. The Lamb and the 144,000 Revelation 14:1 And I looked, and, lo, a Lamb stood on the mount Sion, and with him an hundred forty and four thousand, having his Father's name written in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist