Sermons on Be A Friend:

No Lost Causes

Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 18, 2003

Because of the love and grace of Jesus there is no person too far gone

No Lost Causes Luke 5:17-26 July 27, 2003 Morning Service Introduction When I was thirteen years old my sister and brother in law invited me to attend the Vacation Bible School at their church. I almost didn’t go because I had already been to one at my church but my sister talked me into going. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-26

Denomination: Church Of God

When Things Get Bad, Rejoice

Contributed by Claud Owens on Jun 5, 2002

There is cause for rejoicing even during the worst of times.

Is your life sometimes filled with trouble? Do good friends turn out to be not such good friends after all? Have you been passed over for promotion? Are you separated from your family because of your faith? Or perhaps people have ridiculed you because of your Christian faith. Maybe you’ve ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:35-39, John 11:35-39

Denomination: Church Of God

Three Guiding Lights

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 4, 2005

The three guiding lights of the Church are Biblical theology, an evangelistic programme and a spiritual dynamic

IC 05-05-05 Three guiding lights for the Church Luke 24:44-53 The story of the Ascension of Jesus Christ is a wonderful piece of history, but what relevance does have to us in 21st Century Britain. May I answer my question by telling you a story? Story: "There is an old legend which says when ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44-53

Denomination: Anglican

Getting A Grip On Materialism Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Sep 24, 2005

4th in series on discipleship. This message is on stewardship.

LIVING ABOVE THE FRAY Part 4: Getting a Grip on Materialism For the past several weeks we have been talking about what it takes to be a disciple of Jesus. If I don’t talk about how you spend your time, if I don’t talk about priorities, most of you would say I’m not doing my job. How you spend ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is Heaven's Elevator

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 15, 2006

Jesus is Heaven’s Elevator 1) In Jesus God descends to us 2) In Jesus we ascend to God

One of the thrills of growing up in a big city like Tokyo was riding skyscraper elevators. In just seconds you would be whisked far above the noise of city traffic and be given a view that is out of this world. On clear days you could even see Mt. Fuji from these skyscrapers. Without elevators, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51

Denomination: Lutheran

Parable Heaven

Contributed by Marianne Unger on Sep 8, 2004

The Parables of the lost sheep and lost coin teach us the importance of every single individual to the Kingdom Of God.

Luke 15:1-10 Parable Heaven Our gospel readings this morning, send me to parable heaven. Now you know, if you’ve been listening to my sermons, and I know you have, that I love parables and metaphors. Here we have 2 parables: -The Parable of the lost sheep. -The Parable of the lost coin. Now I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: *other

After The Sermon On The Mount Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 23, 2008

Part 1:The Great Commission - After the Sermon on the Mount...The Great Commission.

The Great Commission Part 1 – The Power of the Word Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org : www.TruthDigest.org WELCOME INTRODUCTION TO SERMON Jesus has just finished the Sermon on the Mount. He and his Disciples and Apostles begin to travel from Galilee to Capernaum. This ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10

Denomination: Bible Church

Betrayal

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 11, 2002

Learning how to respond to betrayal by modeling after Jesus’ response to Judas and his betrayal.

WHEN THINKING ABOUT THE SUBJECT OF BETRAYAL THE FIRST THING THAT USUALLY COMES TO MIND IS JUDAS. IN FACT, JUDAS’S "KISS OF BETRAYAL" MAY BE THE MOST FAMOUS ONE IN ALL OF HISTORY. WHAT MAKES THIS ONE BETRAYAL SO FAMOUS? WAS IT BECAUSE OF WHOM HE BETRAYED? NO! JUDAS MADE HISTORY BECAUSE OF WHO HE ...read more

Scripture: John 13:21-35

Denomination: Free Methodist

Immanuel: God With Us!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 18, 2009

GOD IS WITH US... we are never alone...

LET US GO DOWN TO BETHLEHEM --- GOD WITH US... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. Join in with the lowly shepherds... HEAR THE ANGELS SING: GLORY TO GOD... Worship with the WISE MEN... UNTO US A CHILD IS BORN, UNTO US A SON IS GIVEN... Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a child is born, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Eyes On The Lord: Living In The Wisdom And Friendship Of God - Psalm 25:14-15 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 17, 2024

Psalm 25 is a psalm of trust and guidance. Here, David, the psalmist, is calling upon the Lord in a time of need. He seeks God’s direction and protection.

Eyes on the Lord: Living in the Wisdom and Friendship of God - Psalm 25:14-15 Psalm 25:14-15 (NLT): "The Lord is a friend to those who fear him. He teaches them his covenant. My eyes are always on the Lord, for he rescues me from the traps of my enemies." Introduction: Psalm 25 is a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:14-15, Proverbs 3:32, James 4:8, Jeremiah 31:33, Colossians 3:2, Hebrews 12:2, Hebrews 13:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon On Emotions

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 29, 2021

Emotion is defined as a strong feeling deriving from one’s circumstances, mood or relationships with others.

Jeffrey Kent Eugenides, an American novelist and short-story writer once remarked: "Emotions, in my experience, aren't covered by single words. I don't believe in "sadness," "joy," or "regret." Maybe the best proof that the language is patriarchal is that ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:26, Proverbs 12:15, 2 Timothy 1:7, Galatians 5:22-23

"When Chains Bring Gains" Series

Contributed by Phil Anderson on Aug 6, 2004

Taking a healthy look at the "chains" and other difficulties we face and finding what God’s purpose is behind them...both IN us and THROUGH us.

“When Chains Bring Gains” Philippians 1:12-21 PHP 1:12 Now I want you to know, brothers, that what has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel. 13 As a result, it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that I am in chains for Christ. 14 Because of my ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Thanksgiving Or Complaining - Which Will It Be

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 16, 2006

Are you pleasing or displeasing to the Lord? The presence or the absence of thankfulness will manifest it.

Thanksgiving or complaining - which will it be The person who gives thanks can find comfort in everything; the person that complains can find comfort in nothing. See Numbers 11:1. May I suggest to you that whatever displeases God is sin, and yet how prone we are to grumble, complain, and mummer. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1

Denomination: Baptist

Carrying The Aroma Of Christ In The New Year

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 18, 2007

Describes the way we are to impact our community. Expanded outline.

CARRYING THE AROMA OF CHRIST IN THE NEW YEAR - 2 Corinthians 2:12-17 In verses 12 & 13 of this passage, we find Paul a little down. He’s a little tired. His spirit has been troubled because of having to miss friends and people he cares about. But notice the change in his tone when he gets to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Found Useful

Contributed by Daniel Wheat on Jan 9, 2005

We have been purchased by the blood of Christ. We have been found to be useful by the King. Running away from God is not fullfiling the purpose that we have been called. Remember the slave tag, "If I should escape seize me and send me back to my master."

“FOUND USEFUL” Return Me To The Master Reference: Philemon 1:1-25 Reverend Daniel A. Wheat Introduction: Have any of you ever asked someone to write a letter of recommendation? Have you ever received an evaluation from a supervisor on your work performance? Ever get a love letter that made you ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Pentecostal