Sermons on Aseity Of God:

Absalom

Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 23, 2020

When something is too good to be true then be careful! From the life of Absalom, we learn a lot of lessons.

Absalom 2 Samuel 14:25”…Now in all Israel was no one as handsome as Absalom, so highly praised…” When something is too good to be true then be careful! When the offer is too spectacular, opulent and enormous then be cautious, for instance, I got an email stating that I was selected as the ‘best ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 14:25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon On A Helping Hand

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 15, 2020

Helping those in need

Barack Obama, the former 44th President of the United States once said: “The best way to not feel hopeless is to get up and do something. Don’t wait for good things to happen to you. If you go out and make some good things happen, you will fill the world with hope, you will fill yourself with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17-19

Sermon On Avarice

Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 18, 2021

Avarice can be considered the very essence of evil

Fyodor Dostoevsky, the Russian novelist, philosopher, and journalist once remarked: “The world says: "You have needs - satisfy them. You have as much right as the rich and the mighty. Don't hesitate to satisfy your needs; indeed, expand your needs and demand more." This is the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5, Ecclesiastes 5:10, Proverbs 11:24

Sermon On Envy

Contributed by William Meakin on Feb 14, 2021

Envy is defined as “A feeling of discontentment or resentful longing aroused by someone else's possessions, qualities, or luck.”

Paulo Coelho de Souza, the Brazilian lyricist and novelist once remarked: "The Soul of the World is nourished by people's happiness. And also by unhappiness, envy, and jealousy. To realize one's Personal Legend is a person's only real obligation. All things are one. And, when you ...read more

Scripture: James 4:2-3, 1 Peter 2:1-2, Galatians 5:26

Only Believe

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 28, 2021

A sermon for the Sundays after Pentecost, Year B, Lectionary 13

June 27, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Mark 5:21-43 Only Believe Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Time is a relative phenomenon. As the saying goes, time flies when you’re having fun. But there are other times ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Lutheran

Encourage, Energize, And Engage Series

Contributed by Jay Baines on Aug 5, 2021

This sermon details the importance of the ministry of encouragement that is the responsibility of every believer. To effectively progress in our faith and help others do the same, we must encourage each other daily.

Encourage, Energize, and Engage Hebrews 3:12-13; 10:24-25; Romans 15:4; Romans 1:12 Introduction: “I have never met anyone suffering from too much encouragement in Christ.” -Ray Ortlund This morning we are going to look at three of these “one another” commands found in the book of Hebrews. The ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:12-13, Hebrews 10:24-25, Romans 15:4, Romans 1:12

Denomination: Baptist

Food For The Fed Up

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 26, 2021

Many have died accomplishing much in either their bank accounts or in other areas. Accomplishments are nice, but they cannot give us what we hunger for which is assurance.

FOOD FOR THE FED UP (November 2002) Text: Isaiah 55:2, John 6:48 "An eighty-four-year-old rag picker who died in abject poverty was buried in a pauper's grave In New York. Several days after his burial, the city authorities discovered a fortune of more than $500,000 belonging to the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:2, John 6:48

Denomination: United Methodist

Absalom

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 12, 2020

Muscle power, charm, money power, beauty, fame and popularity would be vain without wisdom from the Holy Spirit.

Absalom 2 Sameul 14:25”…Now in all Israel was no one as handsome as Absalom, so highly praised…” When something is too good to be true then be careful! When the offer is too spectacular, opulent and enormous then be cautious, for instance, I got an email stating that I was selected as the ‘best ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 14:25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do You Want The Church To Grow?

Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Jan 20, 2020

This is a sermon on evangelism that is tied to Jesus's call to the apostle Andrew. Andrew 1) grows in discipleship and 2) grows the church. The sermon tells people that they can be excited and happy about their faith, and share it with other people.

Do you want the church to grow? Andrew wasn’t the popular kid in class. His name is only mentioned in twelve verses in the Bible, and eight of those describe him as "Peter's little brother." Even though he was one of the first two or three followers of Jesus, Peter was still the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-32

Denomination: Episcopal

Guess Who's Coming To Dinner?

Contributed by Kenneth R. Jenkins on Jan 24, 2020

Okay, what if Jesus actually and physically comes visiting your home? What would you do and how would you act? Something to think about, eh?

Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? Luke 19:1-10 Question, what would you do if Jesus comes to your house for dinner? There was a classic movie about 52 years ago around 1967, “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?” Its stars Kathern Hepburn, Tracy Spencer, Sydney Poitier and Katharine Houghton ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Rufus And His Mother Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 27, 2022

His mother has also been like a mother to me. "His mother in a literal sense, and mine in a figurative one." An instance of the delicacy and tenderness of Paul, of his love for this disciple and his mother, as if he were of the same family.

Rufus and His Mother (Romans 16:13, NIV) Greet Rufus, chosen in the Lord, and his mother, who has been a mother to me, too. Paul continues to list people he would like his Roman readers to greet for him. Now he comes to Rufus. It is not known if this Rufus is the same one mentioned in Mark 15:21 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Strife, Seditions, Heresies

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 12, 2024

Common sins that are almost expected and accepted.

Galatians 5:20 Idolatry, witchcraft, hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, heresies, Strife - factions, contentions Seditions- disunion, dissension, division, sedition Heresies choosing disunion creating sects. Much is said about most of the items in the list of works of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:20, Romans 15:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

The View From The Cross

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

Think about the freedom we have in the United States. To worship when, where, and how we choose.

THE VIEW FROM THE CROSS “And with him they crucify two thieves; the one on his right hand, and the other on his left.” Mark 15:27 Intro: Think about the freedom we have in the United States. To worship when, where, and how we choose. Freedom to earn as much money as we can, free to own a house, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When The Axe Head Falls Off

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Jul 4, 2025

Today I would like to look at a text that can help us in our daily walk.

“When The Axe Head Falls Off” 2 Kings 6:1-7 Today I would like to look at a text that can help us in our daily walk. Elisha was with the “sons of the prophets” or if you will Disciples. Looks like they are in Gilgal according to 2 Kings 4:38 “And Elisha came again to Gilgal: and there was a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

More Like Jesus, Less Like Me

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Jul 14, 2025

A challenge to let go of the "me-first" mindset and learn to embrace humility, compassion, and servanthood—basically this sermon compels us to look at the hallmarks of the life Jesus led... and to follow His example

Philippians 2:3-5 “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of others. In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus.” Imagine a world ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational