Sermons on Aging Parents:

The Importance Of Training Children Series

Contributed by Peter Flournoy on Feb 24, 2012

The purpose of this sermon is to educate parents on the biblical importance of training their children to become good adults.

We are not trying to raise good kids, but good adults. “Train up a child in the way he should go, And when he is old he will not depart from it.” Proverbs 22:6 Eli failed to restrain his children. “Now Eli was very old; and he heard everything his sons did to all Israel,[a] and how they lay ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Baptist

What Should You Do On Father's Day?

Contributed by Eugene Pansler Jr on Jun 11, 2019

what should you do on father's day

What should you do on Father's Day, call your father, send him a card in the mail, or make a contribution in his memory? What should you do on Father's Day, (first, second, third), you should: 1. Forgive Your Father. What should you do on Father's Day, you should ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

A God’s-Eye View Of Society Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 10, 2016

How are things supposed to work in the family and workplace? Paul tells us.

“How does it work?” When’s the last time you asked that question? You’re going to laugh, but I recently asked that question when someone lent me their cell phone. I wasn’t sure how to turn the phone on, how to place a call or end it. “How does it work?” I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Enjoying Family Life!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jun 29, 2020

Enjoying Family Life - Psalm 127 & 128 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Foundation of the home (127: 1-2) (2). The way to view children in the home (127: 3-5). (3). The importance of guiding children in the home (128: 1-2). (4). The legacy when children depart the home (128: 4-6) SERMON BODY: Ill: • A psychologist walked around a room while ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Encountering Jesus In The Most Unexpected Places And At The Most Unexpected Times. Series

Contributed by Mark Van Cuylenburg on May 11, 2020

Like the two disciples on the road to Emmaus we to can encounter Jesus when we least expect to and where we least expect to find Him.

If you had asked my parents what religion they were and how they had bought up their children they would have said, without hesitation, that they were Christians, and that we, my brothers Gary and Paul, and my sister Carol, and I, had been brought up in the Christian faith, except of course that my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35, Revelation 20:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

Gritty Motherhood

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 11, 2015

Every mother is different and every situation is different; but successful moms are hands-on moms.

Gritty Motherhood [Note: this is a slight 2015 revision of one of my previous sermons, a 2007 sermon titled “Hands-on Motherhood”] 1. According to CNN, "The typical [stay at home] mother puts in a 92-hour work week… and works at least 10 jobs. In order of hours spent on them per ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

And The Winner Is...esther! Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 8, 2013

In this sermon, we consider the part of the story of Esther where she enters the contest and wins the kings heart and the crown. For application, we wrestle with the questions: Where were the parents and was Esther always godly?

Introduction: A. The story is told of a man who after being away on a business trip, thought it would be nice to bring a little gift home to his wife. 1. The man went into a store and asked the clerk, “Can you recommend some perfume as a gift for my wife?” 2. The clerk showed him a ...read more

Scripture: Esther 2:2-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Can Become Somebody

Contributed by Matthew Davaughn Cox on Feb 27, 2013

You can become somebody

I. Have you ever heard the saying I know who your parents are? Usually when you hear this statement you probably will say here we go again. Some people may say people say that they are. Maybe you are that person that will deny them, because they are not known for doing something good. II. Whatever ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:26

Denomination: *other

A Life Of Integrity

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Dec 3, 2014

We should not act one way when we are around people, then act another way when we are alone.

A Life of Integrity November 30, 2014 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We should not act one way when we are around people, then act another way when we are alone. Focus Passage: 2 Kings 18:1-6 Supplemental Passage: Whatever you do, do your work ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 18:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Josiah The Boy King

Contributed by Don Campbell on Jul 2, 2023

Paul commended the genuine faith of Timothy, saying that it had first dwelt his mother and grandmother. Josiah's father and grandfather were the worst of the worst, causing Israel to become more idolatrous than the surrounding nations. Josiah broke the pattern.

JOSIAH, THE BOY KING 2 Kings 22:1-23:30; 2 Chronicles 34:1-35:27 INTRODUCTION A. The prophecy (1 Kgs 13:1-3). B. Fast forward 300 years to its fulfillment (2 Kgs 23:15-16). I. GOD’S TESTIMONY TO JOSIAH (2 KGS 22:1-2) A. Josiah’s life epitomizes the truth spoken by his contemporary, Ezekiel ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 22:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Raising Children Of Influence Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 4, 2022

To raise children of influence, raise them to bless others, to believe in Jesus, and to boldly share their faith.

The children had a special program at church and a little girl was to recite the Scripture she had memorized for the occasion. When she got in front of the crowd, the sight of hundreds of eyes peering at her caused her to forget her memory work. Every line that she had so carefully rehearsed ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-7

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God’s List Of Do’s And Don’ts 2 Of 3

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 15, 2022

Again, I want to remind you that God gave us the ten commandments to tell us what HE LIKES, and what HE DISLIKES.

This is important, because it would not be fair for God to hold us responsible on the judgment day, if we did not KNOW WHAT IS and WHAT IS NOT acceptable unto him. Illus: That would be like going down a highway without any speed limit signs, and the highway patrolman pulling you over, and giving ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Protecting Your Life And Future Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 14, 2025

This is the 2nd Sermon from the Book of Proverbs Series, "Wisdom For Life".

Series: Wisdom For Life [#2] PROTECTING YOUR LIFE AND FUTURE Proverbs 1:8-19 Introduction: These verses remind us how important it is to be wise and careful about the choices we make. Our lives and future are gifts from God, and it is up to us to protect them by listening to His guidance and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:8-19

Denomination: Baptist

Nurturing Children For A Brighter Future SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

A sermon for Children's Day, urging Parents and Guardians to remain dedicated and focused on the task of child upbringing. The challenge is for parents to do everything possible to raise their children in a way that is pleasing to God.

Welcome, everyone! Today, I want to encourage parents and guardians to stay committed and focused on the task of raising children. Parenting is hard work, and you need all the support and encouragement you can get. The church is here to stand beside you and support you in this important role. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-5

Topics: Parenting, Child Rearing

'how To Remain Sane In An Insane World'

Contributed by James H. Cook, Jr. on Jan 23, 2004

In our anxious age of terrorist threats; financial uncertainty; marital disillusionment; rebellious children; neglectful parents; governmental ineptness and inadequacy; and personal failures, the universal cry and desire for a true and lasting peace seems

"HOW TO REMAIN SANE IN AN INSANE WORLD" or "PEACE THAT PASSES ALL UNDERSTANDING" Philippians 4:6-8 "Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-8, Isaiah 26:3

Denomination: Baptist