Sermons on B Proper 12:

Joined At The Hip Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 14, 2015

Life — including the Christian life — is best lived in a context of reasonable discipline and solid instruction. Balanced discipline and love are not adversarial, they are joined at the hip.

Note: I preach 30 to 35 minutes, but only made it through the first point. Joined At the Hip (Proverbs 23:13-17) 1. Andrew Chan illustrates how many (not all) moms are so perfectionistic, doting, and idealistic with their first child and lower standard drastically with their others. 1). Your ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:13-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Power Of Submission

Contributed by Teddy Walker on Mar 7, 2010

Submitting Yourself to God

POWER OF SUBMISSION Rom 6:12-16 12 Let not sin therefore reign in your mortal body, that ye should obey it in the lusts thereof. 13 Neither yield ye your members as instruments of unrighteousness unto sin: but yield yourselves unto God, as those that are alive from the dead, and your members as ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Parable Of The Ten Virgins Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jul 29, 2011

The parable of the ten virgins is given to accentuate the incalculable importance of being spiritually prepared to meet Christ when He returns to earth, because after He appears, unbelievers who are then alive will have no further chance for salvation.

A fun part of summer are the frequent weddings that occur. So much has changed over the years with weddings. No longer just a formal service in a church with a standard liturgy and vows, now couples often write their own vows, and for the more ambitious couples, it may be an outdoor service at an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Other

Faith Trusts When God Promises The Impossible Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Sep 24, 2007

A message that looks at the faith of Abraham

Today we are going to begin a series that explores what type of faith we should strive to attain. Throughout this series we will be looking at different people who are mentioned in the great faith chapter of the Bible, Hebrews 11. Each of these individuals displayed what we would term an ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Remember The Dead, Honor The Living, And Avoid The Pitfalls!

Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 31, 2007

Remembering the dead and Honoring the living

INTRO: David Banner (Incredible Hulk), talking with a terminal cancer victim, told this story: “A man was running for his life from a tiger and he fell down a cliff but luckily got a branch as the tiger was pawing at him. He was about to let go (fall would survive, but live). He looked down to see ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Service Or Serve-Us? Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 10, 2011

Even within the churc we fall prey to the temptation to look after ourselves. Too often it is about what we get over what we give.

1. Mark Twain once said that the only one who likes change is a baby with a wet diaper. That may be true, but change is inevitable. 2. Examples of change Service Stations have become Gas stations or Convenient stores – once full-service; now, self-service Grocery stores – bag and carry ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:24-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Real Purpose” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 29, 2010

We need to be sure we avoid being distracted from setting our hearts on developing a growing love relationship with God.

In Matthew 6, Jesus emphasizes our love relationship with God. He uses the word “Father” 11 times, showing the importance of that relationship. Our relationship to the Father as His children is a most remarkable and incredible relationship. “For you did not receive a spirit that makes you a slave ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

A Hand Up...not A Hand Out! (Acts 3:1-10)

Contributed by David Darst on May 17, 2021

I have come to this conclusion: People do not need a “hand out” . What they really need is a “hand up” So many people would be content to be carried around in their affliction rather than walk on their own two feet. The Worst part is many Christian’s are content to keep carrying them.

I. The Routine (1) Peter and John were still in the two by two mode -- they were going about their religious routine on their way to the temple to pray. “Ninth hour” approximately (3PM) in the afternoon. Some interesting observations: It wasn’t the time of the afternoon sacrifice; but rather the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"When The Devil Comes To Church”

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 28, 2025

How can we keep the devil from creating chaos within the fellowship of God's people?

In 2 Corinthians 4:4, the devil is referred to as the “god of this world” or “the god of this age.” And in John 12:31, he is called the “prince of this world.” In Ephesians 2:2, Paul calls the devil, “the spirit who is now at work in those who are disobedient.” The Bible teaches us ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

Walk As Children Of The Light (Ephesians 5:3-14) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Mar 7, 2022

Don't be lured by old, sinful ways of living. Be thankful, and walk in the light.

Let's start today, by simply reading verses 3-4: (3) Now, sexual immorality and all uncleanness or greediness must not be named among you, just as it is fitting for the holy ones, (4) and shameful behavior and foolish talk or coarse/crude joking, which aren't proper, but rather ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-14

An Understanding Heart

Contributed by Joe Overholt on Nov 16, 2006

A message of encouragement for those finding it hard to understand scripture, and making decisions in life

Understanding Heart Foundational Text: 1 Kings 3:5-14 In Gibeon the LORD appeared to Solomon in a dream by night: and God said, Ask what I shall give thee. (6) And Solomon said, Thou hast shewed unto thy servant David my father great mercy, according as he walked before thee in truth, and in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:5-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Accused People Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 11, 2008

Like a prosecuting attorney, God levels accusations against the nation of Israel.

The Accused People (Malachi 2:1-17) 1. It gives us great satisfaction when someone gets caught cheating. Bonnie Jones shares this story: "I was in the express lane at the store quietly fuming. Completely ignoring the sign, the woman ahead of me had slipped into the checkout line pushing a cart ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Avoid A Shipwreck

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Feb 5, 2009

Five things when ignored can cause a ship wreck

On April 10, 1912 the. Titanic left her harbor in Southampton, England. This was the maiden voyage for the 882 foot long ocean liner that had been billed as unsinkable. She carried with her 2,228 passengers and crew. Most of the passengers had paid thousands of dollars to sail on that great luxury ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

The Horn Of Stability

Contributed by Timothy Dolan on Sep 7, 2008

The Lord Is the Cause of Stability in People’s Lives

The Horn of Stability Scripture Text: 1 Samuel 1,2 Introduction: Instability in Financial Areas may be one example of how our lives are today. (Hurricanes, stocks, forclosures.) Propositional Statement: The Lord Is the Cause of Stability in People’s Lives I. Instability is caused by sin. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What's In Your Wallet? Series

Contributed by Dale Miller on Jul 17, 2004

Jesus speaks to what we place value on.

MUB 7-18-04 MATT 6;19-21 WHAT’S IN YOUR WALLET? "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. 20But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ