Sermons on Allowing:

Guard Your Heart

Contributed by Dwight Davis on Sep 5, 2025

God, through His servant Solomon tells us in Proverbs 4:23, "Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life.." Why is this important advice? How can we successfully do it?

Philippians 4:8-9 “Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23, Philippians 4:4-9, Hebrews 12:2, Habakkuk 3:17-19, Romans 8:28, Jeremiah 29:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Lesson From Job/ Are We Speaking Like Fools

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 28, 2026

There are lessons to be learned from people in the bible

Lessons from Job Are we speaking like fools? Job Chapter 2:1-2:10 Let’s pray and while we’re praying, turn in your bibles to Job 2:1-10 Good morning again, Job 2:1-10 Read from Bible We have for a couple weeks been looking at lessons learned from some people in the bible- We looked at Paul ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:1-10

Denomination: Nazarene

Being Real

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 28, 2026

The tragic death of Charlie Kirk. You can make a difference.

Being Real Daniel 1:1-21 Good morning everyone, let’s pray Prayer This week as I was preparing for the message I was reminded of what this world is like without Jesus. Being an older adult who has lived some life, I remember the life moment of President John F. Kennedy who was assassinated in ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Nazarene

What Black History Means To Me

Contributed by Pastor Charles Wilkins on Feb 5, 2026

Black history is not a sidebar in America’s story; it’s a sacred chapter in God’s story. It’s chains breaking while prayers rise, faith whispered in fields, hope sung in spirituals, and courage passed down when tomorrow felt forbidden.

What Black History Means to Me Theme Scripture: Psalm 44:1 – “We have heard with our ears, O God, our fathers have told us, what work thou didst in their days, in the times of old.” As Christians, we have much to consider, learn from, and celebrate during Black History Month. When President ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27, Psalm 44:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Job's Death Wish PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2023

This sermon explores Job's response to suffering, examining his painful predicaments, his perplexing questions, and his pursuit of purpose amidst pain.

Good morning, dear family in Christ. I am so grateful to stand before you today, to share in the warmth of our fellowship, and to delve into the profound depths of God's Word together. Today, we are going to be examining a portion of Scripture from the book of Job, a book that speaks to the human ...read more

Scripture: Job 3:11-13

Topics: Painful Life, Want To Die

Thankfulness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 17, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative power of thankfulness, emphasizing its ability to change our perspective, relationships, and overall life experience. Key

Good morning, beloved family. It's a joy to be gathered here once again in the house of the Lord, a place where hearts are mended, spirits are lifted, and souls are nourished. Today, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a profound truth, a truth that has the power to transform our lives ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:19-20, Psalm 147:7, Colossians 3:15, Philippians 4:12, Daniel 6:10  (view more)  (view less)

Topics: Thankfulness, All Aspects, Lives

The Valley Of Dry Bones PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 10, 2024

This sermon explores God's life-giving power, His ability to revive what seems lifeless, and the resurrection power of Jesus Christ in our lives.

Good morning, beloved congregation. I want to extend a warm welcome to each and every one of you. It's always a joy to gather with you, to worship and to break open the Word of God together. We are family, bound together by the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ, and it's in that spirit of unity that ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-10

Topics: Live

The Purpose Of Temptation PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 5, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of knowing God, the strength to resist temptation, and the honor found in self-denial for Christ's sake.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is a joy and a privilege to stand before you today, to share the living Word of God, to engage in a conversation with the Holy Scriptures and to let them speak to our souls. We gather here, not as strangers or mere acquaintances, but as brothers and sisters ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:24

Topics: Temptation

Donkey Soup

Contributed by James May on Apr 18, 2004

Just like King Jehoram and Israel, we often settle for "donkey soup" provided by the devil instead of getting ready for the Marriage Supper of the Lamb.

DONKEY SOUP 2 Kings 6:24-33, "And it came to pass after this, that Benhadad king of Syria gathered all his host, and went up, and besieged Samaria. And there was a great famine in Samaria: and, behold, they besieged it, until an ass’s head was sold for fourscore pieces of silver, and the fourth ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:24-33, 2 Kings 7:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sacrificial Service Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jun 16, 2007

The foundation of ministering under the anointing of the Holy Spirit is understanding how to exercise our Spiritual gifts through sacrificial love.

Turn your Bibles to 1 Corinthians 12:31b-13:7 Title: Sacrificial Service Theme: Influential Church Membership Series: Essentials for Church Growth Listen as I read 1 Corinthians 12:31b-13:7, “…And now I will show you the most excellent way. If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You In Or Out?

Contributed by Mike Hays on Nov 16, 2000

How can we know that we are "In Christ" or out?

"Are You In or Out?" 1 John 1:5-10 For centuries it appeared to human beings that the earth was stationary and that the sun moved around it. Then a man named Copernicus came along and proved that what seemed obvious on the surface was not, in fact, true. It was the earth that was moving around ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why?

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Aug 26, 2002

Illustrates from Habakkuk and the life of Joseph how God works in all of our lifes circumstances. Demonstrates how beautifully even the bad circumstances can be turned to good.

Habakkuk 1:1-4, 1 This is the message that the prophet Habakkuk received from the LORD in a vision. 2 How long, O LORD, must I call for help? But you do not listen! "Violence!" I cry, but you do not come to save. 3 Must I forever see this sin and misery all around me? Wherever I look, I see ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-4, Hebrews 10:37-38

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Be All That You Can Be Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Sep 27, 2002

Making a difference.. with God!

BE ALL THAT YOU CAN BE 1 SAMUEL 16:14-23 INTRODUCTION: (Use Yoda - Great Warrior - video trailer - 27 seconds - optional) You’d have to be living under a rock not to have heard of Star Wars, but if you are not “into” the Star Wars saga you may not know that the two-foot tall, 800+year old ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:14-23

Denomination: Christian Church

When Temptation Creeps In Series

Contributed by Roy Newton on Oct 27, 2011

Looking at Joseph's encounter with Potiphar's Wife, understanding how to Trust God in Temptation and how to overcome it.

TRUSTING GOD … WHEN TEMPATION CREEPS IN! “When Joseph was taken to Egypt by the Ishmaelite traders, he was purchased by Potiphar, an Egyptian officer. Potiphar was captain of the guard for Pharaoh, the king of Egypt. The LORD was with Joseph, so he succeeded in everything he did as he ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Messiah's Focus Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 8, 2011

We need to focus on our mission the same way that Jesus did.

A Messiah's Focus Text: Matt. 20:17-33 Introduction 1. Illustration: Quote from the movie Hoosiers "Forget about the crowds, the size of the school, their fancy uniforms, and remember what got you here, focus on the fundamentals we have gone over time and time again, and most importantly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:17-34

Denomination: Methodist