Sermons on Absence Without Leave:

Giving God Your Worst

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on May 21, 2020

In the Book of Malachi we see Israelites dishonoring the Lord by offering animals as sacrifices that they would cull out of their herds and flocks. We also see priests dishonoring the Lord by actually offering these detestable non-sacrifices. Do we offer the Lord our best or our worst?

Malachi 1:6-14 (This sermon is a shorter sermon due to being delivered via Facebook/Live during the Covid-19 shutdown) Today we will be reading from Malachi 1:6-14 If you would like to turn to that passage in your Bibles … (Explain where it is found) It is important to know what the situation ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:6-14, Malachi 1:1-5, Malachi 3:16, Deuteronomy 6:5

Denomination: Nazarene

Is It Well With Your Soul?

Contributed by Randy Trotter on Jul 26, 2015

A word of encouragement after I faced a life threatening experience

“IT IS WELL WITH MY SOUL” INTRO: This past week on Thursday morning. I nearly died and I mean that! My defibrillator fired off knocking me unconscious to the floor and then fired again after I got up! I’ve had some heart issues & the Dr.'s implanted it a little over 5 yrs ago. ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Dads Under Construction Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Oct 26, 2007

The value we place on Fatherhood is alarming. No wonder 38 million children under age 18, 54% of all children in America, suffer daily from physical father absence or emotional or spiritual father absence. Where’s Dad?

Dads Under Construction Mothers get the red carpet treatment on their day, with fabulous brunches and beautiful bouquets. For the fathers, however, retailers have cleverly priced almost everything under $9.99! Case in point: the Talking Fly Swatter. It’s a lime-green fly swatter with a little ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:4

Denomination: Church Of God

Where Is Peace: Series

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Dec 22, 2014

Mankind has never known peace. The thing is that ‘peace’ is not the absence of war, like darkness is the absence of light. Peace is not refraining from shooting your neighbor when his dog digs a hole in your new lawn.

Where is Peace Part 2 in a 4 part Christmas series Scripture: Luke 2:12-2:14 12. “This will be a sign for you: you will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” 13. And suddenly there appeared with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:12-14

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Pushing The Rock?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 9, 2003

PEACE IS NOT THE ABSENCE OF TROUBLE; PEACE IS THE PRESENCE OF GOD. GOD AND PEACE ABIDE IN THIS LIFE. There has to be more.

PUSHING THE ROCK? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I wish I were a carpenter, they can work 8 hours, and as they pack up their tools they can see what they have done. A family member, teacher,a preacher and a minister may never see what they have accomplished. PEACE IS NOT THE ABSENCE ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:36-40, Exodus 4:2-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Reaching The Generations

Contributed by Jay Patton on May 15, 2002

A sermon on the importance in leaving a godly heritage.

Introduction: Building Up and Tearing Down Read Text/PRAY History (Num. 14:29) Ante-theme: 3 generations are mentioned Proposition: In order to avoid the sin of Israel we must… I. Raise up godly leaders (v. 8-9) A. Joshua is dead (Moses) 1. There is no one to replace him 2. In his ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

'had I Known': Living Without Regret

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Dec 6, 2019

Judas experienced regrets but not repentance. We all have regrets. But God's asking us to release it.

'HAD I KNOWN': LIVING WITHOUT REGRET "Then Judas, His betrayer, seeing that He had been condemned, was remorseful and brought back the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and elders," Matthew 27:3. For thirty silver coins, Judas Iscariot betrayed Christ. When he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:3, 2 Corinthians 7:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Forget Something Sport?

Contributed by John Perry on Jan 1, 2011

With everything that demands our attention, everything we have to remember to do & be as Christians be careful not to forget the one esstential thing of the Christian life - Jesus!

Bunbury Wed pm 4/08/10 “Forget something sport?” Intro: *** A young naval officer was undergoing his first sea training on board a naval ship. His responsibility was to safely steer the ship away from the wharf & set it on course for a voyage out to sea. He carefully went through all ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40-50

Denomination: Pentecostal

20) Praying For God's Forgiveness! Series

Contributed by Brandon Max on Jan 17, 2022

Jesus prayed: "Forgive us our debts". The greatest debt you or I will ever owe is not to the Bank...but to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. In today's Lesson we learn how to pray for forgiveness.

TEACH US TO PRAY Part 5 – Praying for God’s Forgiveness. TEXT: Matthew 6:9-13 Introduction Verse 9: 9 After this manner therefore [in this way, and following after this example]… Pray ye: Jesus said - And then He begins by simply praying this: Our Father / which art in Heaven, / Hallowed be thy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

: Love Overcomes All (Nothing Without Love) Love Is…

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Apr 14, 2009

Love

Consider the following love letter: Dearest Jimmy, No words could ever express the great unhappiness I’ve felt since breaking off our engagement. Please say you’ll take me back. No one could ever take your place in my heart, so please forgive me. I love you, I love you, I love you! Yours Forever, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

Lord Build Me In Action Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 2, 2021

We live by faith in God. But what use is our faith if we don’t actively live it out? Just like the boy who is afraid, in the burning building, he can’t see his father below with his arms wide open, but he believes that he is there. He has faith that his dad is there even though he cant see.

"One night a house caught fire and a young boy was forced to flee to the roof. The father stood on the ground below with outstretched arms, calling to his son, "Jump! I'll catch you." He knew the boy had to jump to save his life. All the boy could see, however, was flame, smoke, ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

Tackling The Problem Areas In Marriage Without Attacking Each Other Series

Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on May 24, 2022

Dealing with the top five problems areas in a marriage, communication, sex, money, inlaws, and children and learning to attack the problem and not the person

NOTES THE LANGUAGE OF MARRIAGE SERIES – Part 1 Dr. Tom Bartlett May 15, 2022 Matthew 12:25 (NLT) 25Jesus knew their thoughts and replied, “Any kingdom divided by civil war is doomed. A town or family splintered by feuding will fall apart.” Typical Problem Areas in Marriage · ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2, Ephesians 4:29, Matthew 12:25, Colossians 3:19

Denomination: Other

Leave Your Matter In God's Hands | Part Iii Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 5, 2023

God will trouble your troubles today. God defends His people! God stands for His people! He fights the battles of His people.

OASIS WORD DEVOTIONAL Opening Passage He says, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” Psalm 46:10 Title LEAVE YOUR MATTERS IN GOD'S HANDS | PART III Columnist: Rudolf E. Y. Mensah, ©Oasis WordBank Ref: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:10, John 1:1

Denomination: Charismatic

"I'm George Zimmerman"

Contributed by Steven G. Thompson on Aug 6, 2013

Text used...John 8:2-7; We have heard of George Zimmerman; tried him, freed or convicted him. How many of us are a "George Zimmerman? Check it out.

John 8:1-7 My Name is George Zimmerman Well, unless you have been hiding under a rock somewhere in a non-populated part of the world, you have heard this name...probably more than you would like to have over the last several months. You’ve watched TV and other media and watched ...read more

Scripture: John 8:2-7

Denomination: Baptist

Leave Your Matters In God's Hands | Part Ii Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 5, 2023

The witches of your house will continue to grind you to powder until you surrender the battle into the hands of the able God of war.

OASIS WORD DEVOTIONAL Opening Passage He says, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” Psalm 46:10 Title LEAVE YOUR MATTERS IN GOD'S HANDS | PART II Columnist: Rudolf E. Y. Mensah, @Oasis WordBank Ref: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:10, John 1:1

Denomination: Charismatic