Sermons on Arm Too Short:

Trials And Troubles

Contributed by Joe Birdsall on Dec 29, 2015

A short treatise on the first few verse of Chapter 1 of James.

Trials and Troubles James 1:1-4 Many of you know that I was divorced about 20 years ago after more than 20 years of marriage. Before or since, there has not been a worse trial or difficulty in my life. I honestly felt as if my life was ending and everything I had was worth nothing. I fell into a ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Nazarene

"What Is The Romans Road To Salvation?"

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on May 2, 2008

Too many people are confused about the path of salvation either making it too complicated or not giving adequate Biblical explanations.

"What is the Romans Road to salvation?" Too many people are confused about the path of salvation either making it too complicated or not giving adequate Biblical explanations. Quote: Everyone who ends up in heaven does so because of a description and demonstration of truth. Jesus said, "You will ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32

Denomination: Baptist

Falling In Love And Enjoying The Sacred Presence Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 5, 2019

The time we give in contemplative prayer or reading the Scriptures in quiet faith is a wonderful preparation for an eternity in His presence, in the arms of Jesus Christ.

Tuesday of 26th week in course 2019 The best part The experience of falling in love is an unmatched moment of one’s life. When you see clearly “the One” and know that your whole life has been a preparation for this moment of encounter, you never forget the place and circumstances of that awesome ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42, Jonah 3:1-10

Denomination: Catholic

On This Rock (Part Three) Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Aug 12, 2016

The third sermon in a short series we've done on the Church

On This Rock (Part 3) Text: Acts 2:14, 42 – 47 Ok… so we’ve been looking at the Church… and if I can I’m going to try to wrap this little series up next Sunday (hopefully)… And we’ll get back to our study in Romans, and maybe… Lord willing; ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-47

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When God Uses The Rejected Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025

The story of the lepers teaches us that no one is too broken, too rejected, or too far gone to be used by God. Divine purpose is not confined by human labels or limitations.

WHEN GOD USES THE REJECTED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 7:3-11 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 1:27-29; Judges 6:14-16; Isaiah 61:1-3; Psalm 118:22; Acts 4:13 INTRODUCTION: This portion of 2 Kings 7 introduces us to four leprous men—men rejected by society, dwelling at the entrance ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:3-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Crossing Difficult Rivers

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 18, 2025

No river is too wide, too deep, or too difficult for God to help you cross. Just like He did for Israel, He will make a way for you.

CROSSING DIFFICULT RIVERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joshua 3:1-17 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:2, Exodus 14:13-31, Psalm 66:12, 2 Corinthians 4:8-9, Hebrews 11:29 INTRODUCTION: In every believer’s journey, there will be moments when one must face seemingly impossible situations—rivers ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Calling The Unlikely

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024

Who do you identify yourself with? Jesus’ arms of welcome are always open. Anyone who followed Jesus genuinely, eventually ceased to be a sinner.

Opening illustration: Health clubs offer many different programs for those who want to lose weight and stay healthy. One fitness center caters only to those who want to lose at least 50 pounds and develop a healthy lifestyle. One member says that she quit her previous fitness club because she felt ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does That Cross Mean To You? "I’m Glad You Ask"

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jul 27, 2011

You see them everywhere, Rappers wear large ones around their necks, Rock stars have tattoos of them on their arms.

Philippians 2:8 And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross. You see them everywhere, Rappers wear large ones around their necks, Rock stars have tattoos of them on their arms. Hollywood movie stars wear them made of gold and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:8

Denomination: Baptist

I Need Daddy!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 8, 2013

I want someone to crave for God that way! Kick and scream not for goodies, not for cookies, not for gifts, not for blessings, not for healing but just to be in His Arms!

I don’t need mom – I need Daddy! Exodus 33:18:”Lord,….Please, show me Your glory…!” Let this message set you on fire for God! The little adorable kids of our Abide Angel Home come very early in the morning to stay with us the whole day: they would play, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Anniversary Sunday

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Oct 18, 2013

Short sermon preached as part of our church's 50th Anniversary celebration

ANNIVERSARY SUNDAY A man was reading his paper early one morning at the breakfast table. His wife came over to him, gave him a hug, smiled, and said, “I bet you don’t know what today is, do you?” He looked at her and said, “Of course I know what day it is!” and went ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Ready To Suffer Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 15, 2011

If we want to be ready to suffer for Christ, we must arm ourselves with His attitude, choose to abandon our sin, expect abuse, and anticipate God's approval.

Recently, I read about a fictitious manual for Peace Corp volunteers headed for South America. It offers advice on how to handle a chance encounter with an anaconda (a large type of boa constrictor). The advice comes under the heading, “What to Do If Attacked by an Anaconda”: #1) If ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical Free

It's Just You And Me, Tonto (And Frankly I'm Not Too Sure About You)

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Oct 28, 2002

Leaders are generally pretty lonely people. How do you get past the "Lone Ranger" syndrome of trying to do it all?

October 20, 2002 In the movie Awakenings Robert DeNiro is a 50 year-old post-encephalytic vegetable. Encephalitis caused Parkinson-like loss of motor control (tics). These tics accelerate until they freeze a person catatonically, within himself. Robin Williams plays Dr. Sayer, who ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:24-26

Denomination: United Methodist

Thoughts From A Fruitcake

Contributed by Dwane Parsons on Dec 17, 2010

A short, fun Christmas themed object lesson comparing the Gospel and fruitcake.

I was thinking about fruitcake the other day. Fruitcake is a really familiar symbol of Christmas. Fruitcake is a little bit like Jesus, too. 1. Fruitcake is full of wonderful things that taste good and are good for you. Cherries, pineapple, raisins, dates, molasses, eggs, flour, cake… all ...read more

Denomination: *other

Is Your Faith Genuine?

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jun 25, 2005

A faith too weak to change your life is a faith too weak to save your soul!

IS YOUR FAITH GENUINE? "For yet a little while, And He who is coming will come and will not tarry. Now the just shall live by faith; But if anyone draws back, My soul has no pleasure in him. But we are not of those who draw back to perdition, but of those who believe to the saving of the soul.” ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:37-39

Denomination: Baptist

"is The Lord Among Us Or Not?:

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 22, 2022

We really complain too much, too often. The Lord freely provides enough, always.

“IS THE LORD AMONG US OR NOT?” (Outline) August 14, 2022 – Pentecost 10 – EXODUS 17:1-7 INTRO: Doubts come from the devil. Satan wants people to doubt God’s promises. None are exempt from doubting. Peter was so excited to see Jesus he jumped out of the boat and walked on water. Yes! Walked ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran