Sermons on Abstract Things:

Don't Worry, Be Happy

Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Jun 26, 2011

A message encouraging our congregations to not worry about a thing. Instead, be happy and serve God with joyous and tranquil hearts

INTRO I have to tell ya, I had an interesting Tuesday morning as I started to prepare for our time together. As I often do, I dug out the Lectionary to see where we were to be headed for the week. Well, I found where I thought the lectionary said to be, and started to read Jesus’ words. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34

Denomination: Lutheran

Holy Spirit Power Part 1

Contributed by Francis Chan on Sep 13, 2011

We have a new master in us--the Holy Spirit--that actually desires the things that are right and good.

It’s been another great week for me just studying the Word of God, and one of the things I love about the Bible is I, personally, tend to get distracted. I tend to get off course in life. You’re doing really well, and suddenly, you just start heading another direction. That’s one ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Time Is Shorther Than You Think"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Sep 23, 2011

This lesson shows how little time we have on earth. Are you storing up temporal or eternal things?

The older you get the more you realize how short life really is. When you are 20, 60 years is old. When you are 50 years old 60 is young and 99 is older not old. James 4:14 “Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little ...read more

Scripture: James 4:14

The Messiah And The End Times Fulcrum Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 11, 2011

The most important thing that Jesus wants us to know about the last days is simply to be ready at all times.

The Messiah and the End Times Fulcrum Text: Matt. 24:32-51 Introduction 1. Illustration: A fulcrum is the point on which a lever rests or is supported and on which it pivots, but it can also be a thing that plays a central or essential role in an activity, event, or situation. 2. Jesus gives us 5 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:32-51

Denomination: Methodist

Blessed Are Those Who Are Persecuted Series

Contributed by John Petty on Oct 18, 2011

Persecution against the children of God is meant to accomplish two things... shut them up and shut them down.

Matthew 5: 10 Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Today I want to speak on something that has been going on since the birth of Cain and Able… the persecution of the children of God. It is no coincidence the last Beatitude ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Church Of God

Tolerating Sin Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Oct 28, 2011

Sometimes toleration is good and sometimes it's bad. One thing Jesus will not tolerate: Toleration of sin in the life of the believer.

Tolerating Sin Sermon 3 in the Series “You’ve God Mail” Chuck Sligh July 17, 2011 For the PowerPoint for the sermon, write me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Revelation 2:12-17 INTRODUCTION Illus. – Sometimes toleration is a good thing. * There are habits or quirks your ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Does God Speak Through Earthquakes Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 22, 2013

Some are curious about the connection of earthquakes, bomb blasts with the voice of God! Can a loving God do such things?

Does God speak through earthquakes? Ezekiel 7:3The Lord said: ”Now the end has come upon you, And I will send My anger against you; I will judge you according to your ways, And I will repay you for all your abominations.“ Some are curious about the connection of earthquakes, bomb ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 7:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Picking Up Your Christ Series

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 4, 2013

This sermon deals with 3 things we must do to be a disciple according to Jesus's invitation to come follow Him.

Picking Up Your Cross Glenville 2/3/2013 Esther 4:1-16 Mark 8:34-38 We are in week 5 of our Insanity For Christ series. We have looked at Who Is God--Why Jesus, Who Am I-- Why Am I Here, What’s The Cost, Fanatic or Fair Weather Fan and today we look at Picking Up Your ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Change

Contributed by James Webster on Feb 8, 2013

I lived long enough to learn one thing about myself, I don't like change

I have lived long enough to realize one thing about myself, “I do not like change.” Every time I look in the mirror, I see change. Every time I open the newspaper I read about the changing times we are living in. When I listen to the news both locally and nationally I am reminded ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

I Will Arise!

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Mar 10, 2013

There is no such thing in this physical life as "passing the point of no return" with our loving Father. He awaits our return to Him.

I believe all of us know one of the main reasons that retailers such as “Home Depot” and “Lowe’s” have managed to be so successful. Three words: Do. It. Yourself! Not only will these home-improvement giants sell you what you need to fix up and spruce up your home or business, but they will even ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Free Methodist

God Will Find A Way

Contributed by Jerry Smith on Nov 15, 2011

The new thing God promised to do in showing a way out of the spiritual wilderness and deserts people find themselves in

God will make a way when there seems to be no way! Sometimes we feel trapped in a situation with no easy or good solutions out of it. This is when we must depend on God and claim the truth of this promise. This truth is given scriptural base in Isaiah 43:18, 19. Please stand in honor of the reading ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19, Isaiah 43:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Eyes Of All Look To You

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Nov 22, 2011

We can thank God because of His open hands; He satisfies our desires with good things.

Thanksgiving – November 23, 2011 Psalm 145:15-16 The eyes of all look to you, and you give them their food at the proper time. You open your hand and satisfy the desires of every living thing. At first blush this verse looks to be a lie. The eyes of all don’t look ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:15-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Principles Of Multiplication

Contributed by Jay Mccluskey on Dec 31, 2011

A sermon based on the story of the fishes and the loaves, noting principles about the way Jesus multiplies things in our world.

PRINCIPLES OF MULTIPLICATION School days, school days. Dear old golden rule days Readin' and 'ritin' and 'rithmetic. Taught to the tune of the hickory stick We do not use hickory sticks in schools today. But school was not that way when Gus Edwards and Will D. Cobb composed that little tune in ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Abundant Life (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 9, 2012

Part three of the series Abundant life looking at (1)defeating fear (2) being obsessed with material things.

Keys to Abundant life (part two) John 10:10 Introduction- This was birthed by prayer and thoughts from contributors to Sermoncentral. We have been in a series looking at some of the keys to living an abundant life. Some of the keys that we have already looked at were: Prayer- Our relationship ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Nazarene

What's In A Trial

Contributed by Chris Carter on May 29, 2012

When we go through the tough times in life there are many things we can get out of it.

“What’s in a TRIAL” James 1:2-8 I. T-Test (vs2-3) A. Tests take effort to complete and pass 1. We live in a NOW society 2. Many people live as if things are owed to them and no work is necessary to achieve what they want 3. In turn this is a failure in the spiritual life as ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-8

Denomination: Baptist