Sermons on American Indian:

The Bread Of Christ

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Aug 6, 2021

When we take the bread, we are partaking of Jesus Christ. We are saying, “Yes, I believe you are the Bread of Life.” Jesus, Himself, is the nourishment that gives us eternal life.

The Bread of Christ I am the bread of life. - John 6:48 The first electric toaster appeared in 1909. It toasted one side at a time and required you to pull the plug once it was done. The first automatic electric toaster was designed in 1919 by Charles Strite, a man sick and tired of burned toast. ...read more

Scripture: John 6:48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Missing Bride At The Wedding”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Nov 8, 2023

The Ten Bridesmaids story is an answer to the question of the disciples in Matthew 24:3. With the current wars, and protests, warnings about WWIII, people are again asking: When will the end come? Jesus simply says: "Watch and be prepared."

In Jesus Holy Name November 12, 2023 Text: Matthew 25:10b,13 “The Missing Bride at the Wedding” This is a great parable about the danger of being unprepared. I know there have been weddings that I officiated, but the “bride” was 30 or 45 minutes late, so everyone just waited. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Cricket...cricket....

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Mar 25, 2015

Gleaning some spiritual lessons from the game of Cricket at a time, Cricket World Cup tourney 2015 in Australia has reached its climactic stage!!!

CRICKET, CRICKET… Nothing quite like the sweet sound of the willow striking leather …more so if the Cricket World cup is on. As the game of Cricket originated in the ole English village greens there are some xenophobic ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:28-30

Denomination: *other

Attempting Great Things With Jesus Series

Contributed by David Beirne on Apr 30, 2004

Let’s live our lives without regret. Let’s take a step of faith and risk seeing the power of God like we’ve never seen before.

Attempting Great Things With Jesus Matt 14:22-33 Intro. Do you ever look back and wonder, if only I had taken the chance. Crankshaft is a comic strip about a grumpy old man. He often flashes back to his days as a minor league pitcher. He once struck out slugger Hank Greenburg in his prime. But ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33, Isaiah 43:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Way God Thinks Of You

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 24, 2007

Describes what a person of value we are to God and the responsibilities that go with that value.

THE WAY GOD THINKS OF YOU - 1 Peter 2:1-12 I AM SPECIAL BECAUSE I. I AM __CREATED__ IN GOD’S _IMAGE_ - v6 > Matthew 16:18 And I also say to you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the forces of Hades will not overpower it. Since I am a_Stone___ in God’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Daring To Trust

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 9, 2006

When it comes be being a disciple trust is a must

Daring to Trust Selected Passages Series: Daring Discipleship August 27, 2006 Morning Service Introduction William Penn, the founder of the commonwealth of Pennsylvania, was well liked by the Indians. Once they told him he could have as much of their land as he could encompass on foot in a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Church Of God

Called By God Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Jan 23, 2004

When God calls us God is no respecter of persons-young, old, rich, poor, etc. God calls people from of all walks of life and backgrounds to serve him.

Sermon for 4 Epiphany Yr C, 1/02/2004 Based on Jer 1:4-10 By Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson, Pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, & Chaplain of the Good Samaritan Society’s South Ridge Village, Medicine Hat, Alberta “Called by God” A man was telling his neighbour, “I just bought a new hearing aid. It cost ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Relishes Extravagant Worship

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Apr 3, 2019

Mary anoints Jesus with very expensive oils worth a year's wages.

Weekend Message/Devotion April 7, 2019 John 12:1-8 Jesus Relishes Extravagant Worship “Six days before the Passover Jesus came to Bethany, the home of Lazarus, whom He had raised from the dead.” Verse 1 As we delve into today’s gospel reading, let’s look behind the scenes just a bit. This ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8, Mark 14:3, Luke 7:36-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

On Mission With Christ Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 15, 2010

After Pentecost 120 men & women changed their world. The power is still here, & the challenge & authority are still with us. For the same power & authority that sent Jesus, is desiring to send us to change our world.

JOHN 20: 19-23 ON MISSION WITH CHRIST [John 17:13-23] The Day of the Resurrection had been full of strange rumors and growing excitement. The news that Jesus was alive began to spread among His followers, hesitantly at first, and then with enthusiasm. Even the Apostles were not convinced by ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

Faith & Future

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 8, 2006

1. Our faith in the future is built on God’s faithfulness in the past. 2. Our faith determines our Future. 3. We need to build an altar of faith for future generations.

An old Chinese proverb says, “May you live in interesting times.” That has certainly been the case for the world this past year. Mark Bowden, editor of The Gazette in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, offered this observation about the year we have just come through: “The world was wracked with pain in 2005, ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Finding Joy In Serving Christ Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Dec 9, 2007

Last words are usually sad, but Paul’s last words, although serious, have an attitude of joy. The key to living for Christ with joy, is knowing how to die for Christ. In our text today, Paul is showing us how to die by giving us his view of death

Finding Joy in Serving Christ II Timothy 4:6-7 Purpose: To explain why Paul had been so successful in serving Christ. Aim: I want the listener to think more about being with Christ than they do about the hardships of serving Christ. INTRODUCTION: The key to living for Christ with joy, is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How's Your Hearing?

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Apr 2, 2006

If we are to hear the message of Christ we must deal with three misconceptions.

Luke 4:14-30 How’s Your Hearing? Woodlawn Missionary Baptist Church April 2, 2006 Introduction A man who smelled like a brewery flopped on a seat at a bus stop next to a priest. The man’s shirt was stained, clothes unkempt, and a half empty bottle of wine was sticking out of his torn coat ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 48: Preach Apologetics Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 7, 2018

Basic elements of preaching to defend the Christian faith

Lesson Goal Introduce some basic elements of preaching apologetically. Lesson Intro In Philippians 1:7, 17 Paul defended the Christian faith. Defending the Christian faith has a long history. Those who have a particular gift in this area have served the church well throughout Christian history. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Ready For The Harvest

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

Jesus taught that harvest time can be anytime (John 4:35). He demonstrated this as He helped a Samaritan woman trust Him as her Savior.

Opening illustration: A business executive, after hearing an inspiring sermon, said to the preacher, “Your sermon was excellent. However, if you were one of my employees, I would have to fire you.” Then he explained, “You’ve sold me completely, but you didn’t close the deal.” The preacher was ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Opposing The Opposition

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Sep 21, 2015

These are hard times for the churches across North America. We have the greatest message the world could ever hope to hear but people shut their ears and hearts to it. So what are we to do?

Opposing the opposition - Jeremiah 11:18-20 This week I was drawn to the book of Jeremiah. God called him to a difficult task at a difficult time. Jeremiah was calling out to the people of God but they wanted none of it. In fact they had enough of Jeremiah and planned to kill him because he ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 11:18-20, 1 Peter 4:16-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed