Sermons on B Proper 20:

What Are We Aiming For As A Church? Part 1 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 15, 2008

A challenge to our church to know who and what we are and where we are going

What are we aiming for as a church? Part 1 Opening: 1. I will be asking a series of questions and I would like you jot your answers down. Write from your heart. Do not write what you think I want to hear… Text: Psalms 90 Notice…. Verse 12- teach us to count our days – that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-17

Denomination: Mennonite

The Christian Walk Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 16, 2009

The Christian walk is God’s plan for edifying the Body of Christ as gifted Christian leaders equip the saints for their work of ministry and as converted Christians use their spiritual gifts.

Rev. Dr. Otis T. McMillan The Christian Walk Key Verses: Ephesians 4:1-32; 5:1-21; 6:10-19 Proposition: The Christian walk is God’s plan for edifying the Body of Christ as gifted Christian leaders equip the saints for their work of ministry and as converted Christians use their spiritual gifts. ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Perspectives On Possessions

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Oct 25, 2010

Our attitude toward possessions and money reflects the spiritual state of our heart.

Perspectives on Possessions Matthew 6:19-24 INTRODUCTION A. Kung San are a foraging people of the Kalahari Desert in Southern Africa. 1. They were isolated from outside forces for thousands of years. 2. They were a hunting and gathering people who fit into their environment and had plenty of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian's Godly Responses Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 17, 2006

In James 5:13-16a, the brother of our Lord teaches us how the Christian ought to respond in times of trouble, happiness, sickness, and sin.

Scripture James is the brother of our Lord Jesus. Since Jesus was Mary’s firstborn child (Luke 2:7), James was obviously a younger brother. In fact, it is likely that James was the second-oldest of the five sons that Mary had (cf. Mark 6:3). James eventually came to believe that Jesus was in fact ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Thermostat Or Themometer

Contributed by Marcos Suazo on Oct 27, 2004

Are you a thermostat or a thermometer? Thermometers are required to tell the temperature around them. Thermostats are created to control the space around them. When tough times come, are you a person who remain joyful because you know that God has ever

Thermostat or a Thermometer? Ruth 1-4 When tough times come in our lives: I. Do not bail out. (1:16) a. Easy way vs. right way 1. The Easy exit looks good, but the stay is worth the wait. b. What would you have done? 1. Personally at that time of the story I would have definitely left ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Characteristics Of A Good Mother

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 14, 2003

Many women throughout the Bible serve as great examples of godly mothers.

A. WHAT A GOOD MOTHER DID. EXODUS 2:1-10 1. She married right. "A man of the house of Levi . . . took to wife a daughter of Levi" (v.1). 2. She chose life. "The woman conceived and bare a son" (v.2). 3. She had eyes of faith. "She saw him, that he was a goodly child" (v.2). "By faith . . . ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

An Interview In Hell

Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on Dec 27, 2008

If the teachings of hell in the Bible were a myth, we wouldn’t need a Church, a Bible, or a Savior. The rich man spoken of in this passage is still in hell and untold millions more have joined him there. If it were possible for him to stand here toda

AN INTERVIEW IN HELL Luke 16:19-31 Intro: The mention of the place called hell brings different responces. Some people are concerned and are moved to share Jesus with the lost. Others react with fear and come to Jesus for salvation. Still others react with hatred and revolt and say it is not a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Living A Balanced Christian Life Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 27, 2025

Living a balanced Christian life requires intentionality, not accident. It involves prioritising God without neglecting your mind, body, and relationships.

LIVING A BALANCED CHRISTIAN LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 2:52 Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 3:1, 3 John 1:2, Matthew 6:33, 1 Thessalonians 5:23, Colossians 3:17 INTRODUCTION: A balanced Christian life is one that harmonises spiritual growth with physical, emotional, social, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:52

Denomination: Assembly Of God

No Reason To Quit

Contributed by Jeremias Fababier on Oct 24, 2016

In our spiritual journey there comes a time that we feel to give up, to quit due to the many things we encounter along the way. But God gave us reason not to quit.

TOPIC: NO REASON TO QUIT Text: Galatians 6:9-10, “9 Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. 10 Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Six Biblical Principles For Christian Voters

Contributed by George Bannister on May 21, 2008

This is a message dealing with the responsibilities of the Christian citizen as a voter. Vital principles that should govern Christian political decisions and activities are discussed from a Biblical perspective.

TITLE: “Six Biblical Principles For Christian Voters” TEXT: Matthew 5:13-16 ETS: Believers are to influence their society for Christ. ESS: Believers should follow Biblical principles in fulfilling citizenship duties. OSS: Believers will commit to vote on election day based upon Biblical ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Biblical Model For Success In Ministry

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Aug 29, 2016

A sermon examining the success that is exemplified in the actions of the early church.

A Biblical Model For Success In Ministry Acts 3:1-11 Almost every week I receive emails, electronic advertisements and brochures in the mail box pushing the "latest and greatest" church growth method. Each of these contain statistics and results of how this specific "program" was successful in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Worship Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 19, 2019

. In four chapters (11-14) there are three issues greatly affecting the family. All of them centered around their worship practices. It’s not about “me”, but “us”! Concerning the church and worship what should we know and do?

CHRISTIAN WORSHIP 1 CORINTHIANS 11-14 INTRODUCTION: If you want a little overview of Paul’s letter up to now consider this. Fix your focus. Forego your feuding. Face up to your foolishness. Forsake your filthiness. Figure out your freedom. Here it is function as a family. In four chapters ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

When They Believed, They Were Baptised

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 30, 2011

In the New Testament account, those who believed, and only those who believed, were baptised.

“There was a man named Simon, who had previously practiced magic in the city and amazed the people of Samaria, saying that he himself was somebody great. They all paid attention to him, from the least to the greatest, saying, ‘This man is the power of God that is called Great.’ And they paid ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Setting Our Thoughts Regarding Communion Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 26, 2007

This message is meant to be used as preparation for communion, and looks at what our thoughts should be regarding this special meal.

NEW THINKING FOR A NEW YEAR Setting Our Thoughts Regarding Communion Matthew 26:26-28 While they were eating, Jesus took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying, "Take and eat; this is my body." 27 Then he took the cup, gave thanks and offered it to them, saying, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-28

Denomination: Baptist

Love Your Enemies-Pray For Them & Lead Them To The Truth Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 16, 2008

Jesus shows the Christian’s High calling in 1) The New Love Ethic Declared and 2) The New Love Ethic Explained

The Anglican Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams has triggered a storm of controversy this week by suggesting that Britain should adopt some aspects of Islam’s tough Shariah law into its legal system. He called the establishment of some kind of Islamic Sharia law in Britain inevitable. He sees ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-36

Denomination: Other