Sermons on Avoiding Anxiety:

The Unity-Centered Life Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 28, 2010

The best advertisement is a witness of oneness to the world.

The Unity-Centered Life John 17:20-23 Rev. Brian Bill 3/28/10 I get a kick out of amusing road signs. Here are some that I came across recently. * One yellow caution sign shows a curve ahead with a bunch of other squiggly lines going in all sorts of directions. The words underneath read, ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

Oh Yes He Cares

Contributed by Rodney Fry on May 11, 2003

Does Jesus Care Oh yes He cares!!

Oh Yes, He Cares Pastor Rodney A. Fry – First Baptist Church of Henderson (SBC) Preached 05/11/03 PM Service Intro: There’s an old song that says, “Does Jesus Care?” Well, does He? 1.No one cares (Psalms 142:4) Sometimes we feel abandoned 2.The Lord your God cares (Deut 11:12) 3.He cares for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 142:4, Deuteronomy 11:12

Denomination: Baptist

Enjoyability - Ecclesiastes 1:4-2:26 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Mar 12, 2025

Why is it that sometimes you are capable of enjoying God’s gifts, and other times you just can’t seem to get any enjoyment out of those very same gifts? And if we are to find our joy in the Lord, what role do the pleasures of this world play?

Ecclesiastes 1:1 The words of the Preacher, son of David, king in Jerusalem. 2 "Absolute futility," says the Preacher. "Absolute futility. Everything is futile." 3 What does a man gain for all his efforts that he labors at under the sun? 4 A generation goes and a generation ...read more

"Here I Am..."

Contributed by Winson Butler on Aug 17, 2005

A person is never what he ought to be until he is doing what he ought to be doing. Abraham knew that feeling well. His test revealed who and what he really was. Let’s examine it together!

Introduction Have you ever been put in a position when you were called on to do -as you look back on it- the most IMPOSSIBLE task of your life? In other words, are you facing something or someone that might be the most difficult situation you’ve ever faced in your life! Are you being asked to do ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

A Good Cleaning

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

Sometimes we do not clean out the garbage of our lives as thoroughly as we should. God gives us instructions for thorough cleaning.

A Good Cleaning Psalm 32:1-5 I. The problem of sin A. It destroys - Rom. 6:23 B. It creates inner turmoil and anxiety vs. 3 C. It hampers your walk with God, creating distance and seperation D. It destroys your credibility as a servant of God II. A thorough cleaning A. Recognize the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joy Stealers – Philippians 3:1-6 Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Apr 2, 2022

We learned about “joy stealers.” It’s a concept to which all of us can relate, since life is frequently full of circumstances that conspire to bring us down emotionally.

You know, the biggest problem that parents report that their children have is not being able to handle disappointment well. How do I know that? Because I helped design what's called the Child Behavior Inventory. It's an inventory that measures nine different areas in a child's life that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Watch And Pray Series

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Dec 5, 2002

ADVENT 1(ILCW-C) - Watch and pray to escape because the signs are very clear and our world is very tempting.

WATCH AND PRAY...TO ESCAPE Luke 21:29-36 - December 1, 2002 LUKE 21:29-36 29He told them this parable: "Look at the fig tree and all the trees. 30When they sprout leaves, you can see for yourselves and know that summer is near. 31Even so, when you see these things happening, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:29-36

Denomination: Lutheran

The Kingdom Perspective Series

Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 21, 2002

Part 4 of 4 of the series, Secrets of the Kingdom of God, Revealed! Answering the question "What is important in my life?" helps to define the things that bring you a sense of fulfillment and security in life. Having a "kingdom perspective" helps us to u

THE KINGDOM PERSPECTIVE Matthew 6:31-33 Read at beginning of service: John 14:27 (NIV) 27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. INTRODUCTION I remember some of the activities that would be done ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:31-33, John 14:27

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Kingdom Perspective Part 4 Series

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Sep 23, 2001

Today, as we conclude the series on the "Secrets of the kingdom of God" we’re going to look at a portion of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount that I believe describes one of the greatest impacts the kingdom of God can have on your life.

THE KINGDOM PERSPECTIVE Part 4 Matthew 6:31-33 Text: John 14:27 (NIV) 27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. INTRODUCTION I remember some of the activities that would be done to foster the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34, Matthew 6:31-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Discernment Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Oct 17, 2006

The sixth, and final installment in a series examing keys to unlocking powerful prevailing prayers. This message explores the power of discernment in our prayer walks.

As we enter the final week of our 40 Days of Prayer, there is one more power that I want us to explore. We have looked at desperation, community, confession, calling, and covenant. And today I want us to just briefly scratch the surface, and begin an exploration of the power of discernment. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

God's Amazing Grace Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Sep 10, 2007

Salvation set us free. Then why do we try to prove our worth.

Introduction: I. Are you a perfectionist? A. This is what my dictionary says the definition of Perfectionism is - 1. “The refusal to accept any standard short of perfection” and or 2. “The philosophy or doctrine that religious, moral, social, or political perfection is attainable” B. If ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:3

Denomination: Methodist

Paternal Pleas To Posterity

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 21, 2009

Calvary Baptist Church, Washington, DC: We will never achieve maturity until we come to terms with our paternity and accept our posterity. Understand that those who shaped us were also maturing; the transforming power of Christ will open wide our hearts.

All of us aspire to maturity. All of us hope to become mature and complete, grown up in every way, accomplished, respected, and honored. It’s a worthy goal. It’s a proper ambition. But we will never achieve maturity until we come to terms with both our paternity and our posterity. Our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Fighting Fear With Fear Pt 4 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 28, 2018

This continues our topical excursion in our Judges Series this is the 4th of 7 messages on the subject.

Judges Series #13 Life Cycles “Facing Fear” Pt 4 (Trust More Fearless) Review Everyone experiences fear from time to time. Fear is a tangible involuntary reaction to a perceived or actual threat to my well-being that is either present or potential that requires some sort of intentional ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6-7, Deuteronomy 28:65-67

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Harvest Of Peace

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Sep 16, 2014

What do we desperately need in our world today? The peace of God that transcends human understanding. May God use this sermon to fill you heart with His peace that flows like a river.

Text: Hebrews 12:5-11 This teaching is on a type of harvest mentioned in the Bible that is A HARVEST OF PEACE. The first place the word harvest is mentioned in the Bible is in Genesis 8:22. That verse has some important things to say about harvest which will help us better understand how God ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:5-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Cast Worldly Worries To The Lord

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 24, 2015

To show that GOD takes care of us as we take care not to be loaded with the affairs of this world and only the affairs of the LORD.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you focus on the LORD? Do you have any concerns? Yes, I'm focus on the LORD. No concern at all, it's given to the LORD. Hebrews 12:2 Looking away [from all that will distract] to Jesus, Who is the Leader and the Source of our faith [giving the first incentive for our belief] and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:34

Denomination: Pentecostal