Sermons on A Very Present Help:

Frenchie Upsets His Dad - Or - Would You Rather Be Very Poor Or Very Rich? Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Oct 12, 2024

Jesus's challenge to the rich young man - Does it leave us discombobulated and feeling uncomfortable? Which of the many interpretations is correct? [This sermon was preached 13 October 2024 when I was the guest preacher at St Nicholas Church Perivale in West London]

A very wealthy man came to his vicar and said, “Father, I’m having a problem with this tithing thing. You see I made £500,000 dollars last year. If I gave 10% then I’d have to give….” No - before I finish that anecdote - lets do a poll- would you rather be very rich or very poor - hands up ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:6-15, Hebrews 4:12-16, 1 Chronicles 29:14, Mark 10:17-31, Luke 1:46-55  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

He Is Very Near, Right At The Door

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 24, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: The LORD JESUS CHRIST is soon to come. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show proof of the LORD JESUS CHRIST Coming and it's nearness IV. TEXT: Mark 13:29 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) In t

I. EXORDIUM: The LORD JESUS CHRIST is soon to come. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show proof of the LORD JESUS CHRIST Coming and it's nearness IV. TEXT: Mark 13:29 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) In the same way, when you see all these things taking place, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Advent 4: Jesus Is Here PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 30, 2023

Encourages understanding and embodying Jesus' teachings of truth, justice, and joy, guided by the wisdom and love of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Good morning, dear congregation. As we gather here today, we find ourselves in the comforting embrace of our shared faith, in the heartening presence of our Lord Jesus Christ. We stand together, on the precipice of understanding, looking towards the horizon of enlightenment that our faith promises ...read more

Scripture: John 18:37

Topics: Presents, Presence

Freedom Is Very Expensive. (Veterans Day)

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Nov 11, 2011

Freedom has a high price....Mankind ...over all wants to hold others in bondage .....so the most powerful...the rich...can dominate and make the less fortunate serve them as slaves....but, we have laws of our land and ....so far to protect us from that.

Freedom has a high price tag. Today is veterans day and we want to honor those who have fought and those who are fighting for our freedom as we speak. "My country, 'tis of thee, Sweet land of liberty, Of thee I sing: Land where my father's died, Land of the pilgrim's pride, From every mountain ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:25-28

Denomination: Baptist

Having And Giving Authority

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 18, 2009

How do we decide whom to help and how, of all the needs presented? Jesus responded to the needs that presented themselves, He discerns what the real problems are, and He trusted others with authority.

The problem is never whether somebody needs help. The problem is always which somebody we can help. The issue is never whether there are any needs. There are always needs. In any given moment there are more needs than anyone person can possibly address. The issue is how to make the choice. Who ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Tax Collector And The Pharisee: Very Concise

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Oct 9, 2019

Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time - 30th Sunday, Cycle C

Narada, the Indian sage, was a devotee of God, and thought that no one loved God more than he. His self-righteousness began to lead him towards pride and arrogance. The Lord read his heart and said, “Narada, go to this town on the banks of the Ganges for a devotee of mine dwells there. Living ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Catholic

A Very Special "I Am” Of John’s Gospel – "Ego Eimi” – "I, I Am” – So Much Comfort In It – Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 31, 2022

We will look at the marvellous "I AMs" of John’s Gospel, which mean “I, I am.” It stamped the authority of Jesus as the Elohim of the Old Testament. It's used in John 6 where the disciples battled the storm and Jesus drew near with the assurance and authority of “I, I AM”.

A VERY SPECIAL “I AM” OF JOHN’S GOSPEL – “EGO EIMI” – “I, I AM” – SO MUCH COMFORT IN IT – PART 1 SHORT INTRODUCTION In John’s Gospel there are found very crucial sayings of the Lord Jesus all containing “I AM”. These relate to His Person and work and ministry. They are essential for our faith. ...read more

Scripture: John 6:16-21, Exodus 3:13-14, Hebrews 13:8, Psalm 46:1, Psalm 42:4-5, John 7:29, John 8:28, John 14:20, John 10:36, John 18:8, Matthew 28:20, Matthew 14:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

His Words Run Very Swiftly

Contributed by James Dina on Feb 18, 2022

Acting on God’s word, angels bring us the gift from heaven swiftly, delivering the good tidings of great joy unto us. ("He sent His word to heal us.")

HIS WORDS RUN VERY SWIFTLY "He sends forth his commandment upon earth: his word runs very swiftly" (Psalm 147:15). In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God "(John1:1); "every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto those that put their ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Respecting God With Your Very Life Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 17, 2003

Many Christians live lives of contempt for God and they don¡¦t even know it. Solomon talks about three ways we can show contempt for God, ways that might seem harmless.

Respecting God with Your Very Life (Ecclesiastes 5) Intro¡K. 1. There was a woman who went on a short term missions trip to Kenya, helping the missionaries there. Before she left, she stopped at a remote village where she attended a medical clinic. As the native women outside the clinic began to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:1-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Christmas Carol: Stave 3 Our Present Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 15, 2018

This message is part of a series using Dickens Christmas Carol as a framework. This week looks at how Christmas has impacted the present

He had become a celebrity, there was no other word for it, he had toured with his wife across the United States and Canada and crowds flocked to see him. During his time in the U.S., because of his celebrity status, he was granted an opportunity to address Congress on international copyright ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

Walking On Water - Living In The Now Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Aug 8, 2020

The Miracles of Jesus Walking on water and what we miss when we get distracted by the storm.

Title: Living in the Now Theme: To show the miracle of Jesus walking on water and what we miss when we get distracted by the storm. Text: Matthew 14:22 – 33 Introduction Wedding at Cana – Jesus Invitation Healing the Leper – Jesus Touch Healing the Blind – Laying aside the garments Feeding the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6, Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Church Of God

Why The Resurrection Is So Very Important Series

Contributed by Brett Crosson on May 10, 2019

The resurrection of Christ is so very important to us as believers. Here’ s why.

1 Cor 15 3 For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, 4 that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures, 5 and that he appeared to Cephas, and then to the Twelve. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Invented The Christmas Present

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Dec 12, 2002

A sermon on the wise men and the wisdom they showed in bringing their gifts to Jesus and worshipping Him.

Who Invented The Christmas Present The Wisdom Of The Wise Men Matt. 2:1-12 Introduction This week I heard the classic short story by O’Henry, "The Gift of the Magi" read over the radio. The story, which I hadn’t read since High School intrigued me so much that I went to the library and checked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

I Believe....lord, Help My Unbelief

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jun 15, 2015

Today, Jesus stands ready at the point of your need... To be your very own in assessor, Advocator, originator and deliverer of your miracle!

I Believe....Lord, Help My Unbelief John 11:40 NKJ 40.Jesus said to her, “Did I not say to you that if you would believe you would see the glory of God?” If you're a born again Christian… If you believe the Bible to be the inspired word of God… Then this verse should ...read more

Scripture: John 11:20-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living When Things Come Apart

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Mar 18, 2024

So, what do we do when life starts to come apart? Understanding God is our refuge causes us to be able to trust Him freely without fear knowing. God is closer than whatever we are going through.

Living when things come Apart. By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - The other day I was getting ready for work, and I grabbed a pair of pants and as I was putting them on, I noticed the hem on one of the cuffs had begun to unravel and part of my pant leg was hanging down. I was trying to ...read more

Denomination: Apostolic