Sermons on Artificial People:

The Influence Of Passion & The Promise Of Ministry

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 29, 2023

This is the final message in a month-long series preparing the congregation to take a course called Network: Ministry gifts and Passions by Bruce Bugbee.

The Influence of Passion & The Promise of Ministry Have a look at this: "Vocation is the place where our deep gladness meets the world's deep need." - Frederick Buechner. We’ll come back to it. When I was a very young Christian, just beginning to sort out myself and developing ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13, John 15:4-5, Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Plan

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 19, 2022

Jeremiah 29:11 is one of the most famous verse of the Bible. But what does it really say to beleivers today? This promise is multi-faceted, reflecting the many colors of God’s grace and sovereignty.

The Plan Scott Bayles, pastor Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11 Blooming Grove Christian Church: 4/30/2017 Have you heard about the photographer for a national magazine assigned to get photos of a great forest fire? He was told to hurry to a nearby airport, where a plane would be waiting. When he arrived ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Christian Church

The Friend Of God’s People - James 2:25-26 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Sep 6, 2021

This sermon shows how differently God sees people than we do. By our standards, Abraham and Rahab couldn’t be more different. For God, they are the same.

James 2:20 You foolish man, do you want evidence that faith without deeds is useless? 21 Was not our ancestor Abraham considered righteous for what he did when he offered his son Isaac on the altar? 22 You see that his faith and his actions were working together, and his faith was made complete by ...read more

Scripture: James 2:25-26

Rapid Advance Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 6, 2024

Thessalonica was a wonderful testimony to a rapid advance approach to ministry. Paul mentions being there three sabbaths (Acts 17:2). There were many who were won to Christ and built up in faith in this short time before the team, Paul, Silas and Timothy moved on.

My wife and I took part in a nine-month ministry training program called Rapid Advance. The name of the training came from this chapter and from a summary of how the Gospel moved in the book of Acts. Paul did not spend his years of ministry planting a single church and trying to perfect it. He ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

the Plague Of Flies. Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 24, 2022

Then the LORD said to Moses, “Get up early in the morning and confront Pharaoh as he goes to the river and say to him, ‘This is what the LORD says: Let my people go, so that they may worship me.

The Plague Of Flies. Exodus 8:20-24. Exodus 8:20-24. 20Then the LORD said to Moses,"’ Get up early in the morning and confront Pharaoh as he goes to the river and say to him, ''This is what the LORD says: Let my people go, so that they may worship me.' 21If you do not let my ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 8:20-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Seventh Plague Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 30, 2022

The sixth plague had no effect at all upon the hard heart of the Pharaoh, who cared nothing for the physical sufferings of his subjects and was not afflicted by the malady. Moses was therefore ordered to appear before him again and warn him of imminent and yet more terrible catastrophes.

The Message Of Moses About The Hail, THE SEVENTH PLAGUE Exodus 9:13-21 13Then the LORD said to Moses, "Get up early in the morning, confront Pharaoh and say to him, 'This is what the LORD, the God of the Hebrews, says: Let my people go, so that they may worship me, 14or this time I will ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 9:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do Some People Struggle To Change For The better? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 17, 2024

Some individuals may choose not to alter their existing habits and beliefs, opting to maintain the status quo and continue struggling with their conflicting commitments rather than embracing change.

People often struggle to change due to various reasons. Here are some possible reasons why people don't change: Fear of the unknown: Many individuals find comfort in familiarity and fear the uncertainty that comes with change. Laziness and complacency: Change often requires effort and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:15

God Values Everyone (Nehemiah 12)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 12, 2025

Does God value everyone?

Does God value every person, every task in the church? Let’s look at Nehemiah 12. Who were the heads of the priests and Levites who returned with Zerubbabel and Joshua? These were the priests and Levites who returned with Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and with Joshua: Seraiah, Jeremiah, Ezra, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Song Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 19, 2025

Simeon’s song of salvation in Luke 2:29-32 teaches us that peace in death comes not from our grip on God, but from God’s grip on his promise.

Introduction Charles Darwin (1809 - 1882) was an English biologist, widely known for his views on evolutionary biology. When he was dying of heart disease, Darwin confided to a friend, “I am not the least afraid to die, but I am not sure what awaits me after death.” Darwin had knowledge—but not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:29-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Tower Of Babel (Genesis 11)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 16, 2024

Does Pentecost begin to reverse the curse of Babel? Let's discuss this in Genesis 11.

God separated our ancestors into language groups at Babel to encourage them to migrate and populate the whole world. On Pentecost, God began a process of reversing the language division at Babel, bringing the nations back together again in one church (Acts 2), through the miracle of hearing the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing And Returning To God Jeremiah 24:7 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 11, 2024

Jeremiah 24:7 reveals God's desire for His people to know Him intimately and return to Him wholeheartedly.

Transformed by Truth: Knowing and Returning to God Jeremiah 24:7 Today, we are diving into a powerful verse from the book of Jeremiah that speaks to the heart of our relationship with God. The title of our sermon is "Transformed by Truth: Knowing and Returning to God," based on Jeremiah ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 24:7, Hosea 6:6, 2 Corinthians 6:16, Joel 2:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of God's Word Series

Contributed by Samuel Olumoko on Sep 11, 2004

When we become Christians, God’s Word becomes the source to our daily victories. Many try to device solution to their daily challenges through other means. The problem with other artificial sources is that they are short-lived and can not provide any perm

THE POWER OF GOD’S WORD By Sam Olumoko Text: (Psalm 119:65, Psalm 119:169 You have dealt well with Your servant, O LORD, according to Your word . . . Let my cry come before You, O LORD; Give me understanding according to Your word. ) The Word of God is powerful and sharper than two-edged ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:65-169

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Whose Dna Is In The Manger?”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 23, 2024

A message for Christmas. We live in the age of Artificial Intelligence. A I may remain a mystery but we accept the benefits. We have come together this evening to celebrate the mystery of the incarnation. The “incarnation” is the mystery that the Creator of the Universe took upon Himself human DNA.

In Jesus Holy Name December 24, 2024 Text: Luke 2:8-12 Redeemer “Whose DNA is in the Manger?” We live in the age of Robotics, the self-driving car, a space ship that can launch and return to its launching pad by computer technology. This is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-12, Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Lutheran

Let The Spirit Direct You To Help People At The Point Of Their Need

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 5, 2003

The Holy Spirit gives supernatural wisdom, understanding and sensitivity to help people at the precise point of their most essential need. The following are eleven ways that the Spirit of God enables, enlightens and engages us in the process of helping to

Let the Spirit Direct You to Help People at the Point of Their Need - John 16:13-27 "But when He, the Spirit of Truth (The Truth-giving Spirit) comes, He will guide you into all the Truth (The whole truth). For He will not speak HIs own message (on his own authority) but He will tell whatever He ...read more

Scripture: John 16:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Winning With People: Do For Others What They Cannot Do For Themselves Series

Contributed by John Maxwell on Aug 10, 2006

Too often, we don’t do more for others because we just don’t believe it will make much difference. We’re just adding a “drop in the bucket” we say. Joseph may have had no idea how much he was changing history—but I’m glad he chose to risk and offer what

“Do for Others What They Cannot Do for Themselves” GENESIS 41 Joseph and Pharaoh Joseph was an inmate, until Pharaoh needed what he had to offer. Joseph moved from prisoner to prime minister in Egypt because he did for Pharaoh what the leader could not do for himself. His gift made him ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:1-57

Denomination: Wesleyan