Sermons on Be Fruitful:

Wasted And Unused Gifts

Contributed by Michael Brown on Nov 4, 2025

I wrote this devotional to share at our deacon meeting because many of the men take their name OFF of the ballot when we choose who will be deacons.

Wasted & Unused Gifts This devotional looks at a parable we’ve all heard; the one where the servant buries the one talent his master gave him. Our Master, God Almighty, has given us many talents & abilities to use in the upbuilding of His Kingdom. Are we using them or hiding them in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Faith As Small As A Mustard Seed PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to emphasize the power of faith, even as small as a mustard seed, in God's plan and not our own desires, and how it can lead to miraculous outcomes.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. As we gather today, let's take a moment to reflect on the power of our faith in Christ, and how even a tiny mustard seed of faith can result in miracles. We're diving into Matthew 17:20-21 today, a passage that outlines just how mighty our faith can be. In this ...read more

Topics: Faith, Christ

Rooted And Built Up In Christ Colossians 2:6-7 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 20, 2024

Today, we delve into the profound truths of Colossians 2:6-7, exploring how we can be transformed by the truth of God's Word and grow in our faith.

Rooted and Built Up in Christ Colossians 2:6-7 Introduction: Today, we delve into the profound truths of Colossians 2:6-7, exploring how we can be transformed by the truth of God's Word and grow in our faith. Colossians 2:6-7 (NLT): "And now, just as you accepted Christ Jesus as your ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7, John 10:27, Luke 9:23, Psalm 1:3, Jeremiah 17:7-8, Matthew 7:24-25, 1 Corinthians 3:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Mindset Of Life And Peace Romans 8:6 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 22, 2024

Romans 8:6, reveals the pivotal role of our mindset in shaping our spiritual journey. This verse invites us to consider the transformative power of aligning our minds with the Spirit of God.

Mindset of Life and Peace Romans 8:6 Introduction: Today, we delve into the profound truth of Romans 8:6, which reveals the pivotal role of our mindset in shaping our spiritual journey. This verse invites us to consider the transformative power of aligning our minds with the Spirit of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:6, Romans 6:23, Ephesians 4:17-19, Ephesians 4:22-24, Galatians 5:22-23, Romans 12:2, Psalm 119:105, Colossians 3:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pentecost Day Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 26, 2025

The coming of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost shows us the importance of spiritual empowerment for Christian living and ministry.

PENTECOST DAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:1-4 Supporting Texts: John 14:16-17, Acts 1:8, Romans 8:11, Galatians 5:22-23 INTRODUCTION: Pentecost is one of the most significant events in the New Testament, marking the birth of the Church and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Lifestyle Of A Biblical Steward

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 1, 2006

The life style of a biblical steward is one who acknowledges that God owns everything in their life and they in turn seek to manage all that they have for Him.

The Lifestyle of a Biblical Steward Thesis: The life style of a biblical steward is one who acknowledges that God owns everything in their life and they in turn seek to manage all that they have for Him. There goal is multiply what God has given them for the Kingdom of God. This means a biblical ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Identifying The Competitors For Belief-4 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 8, 2015

4 of 4. John was approached by others regarding his spiritual niche. We must identify those competing for our belief. But How are we to identify them? Identifying competitors for your belief employs...

IDENTIFYING The COMPETITORS For BELIEF-IV—John 1:19-28 Attention: There are many competitors for your belief. Identifying God’s servant(s) John was approached by others regarding his spiritual niche. *We must identify/concern ourselves with/ the spiritual niche of those vying ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-28

Denomination: Baptist

Galatians Part 1 – "A Different Gospel” Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 7, 2005

I am amazed at how quick you have become deceived and fallen prey to a deceptive teaching which undermines the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Galatians Part 1 – “A Different Gospel” Thesis: I am amazed at how quick you have become deceived and fallen prey to a deceptive teaching which undermines the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Illustration: Video clip from The Messenger – Joan of Arc from Videos That Teach 2 Page 108: The Movie France is ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Between 2 Trees The Tree Of The Knowledge Of Good And Evil

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 4, 2018

The tale of two trees starts in Creation and ends with a picture of Heaven in the end times. One tree started out looking good – it promised knowledge and the ability to be like God – but this knowledge came from experiencing evil resulted in death.

Easter Series: “Between Two Trees” Video Introduction: Good Friday Video Introduction: The Tale of Two Trees is found in the Bible we see two trees singled out in the Garden of Eden in Genesis and again in Revelation at the end of time we see one of the trees again – so in the beginning and in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:8-17, Genesis 3:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Bloom Where You Are Planted Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jul 27, 2003

Parables of Eternal Life, Part 1 of 9

BLOOM WHERE YOU ARE PLANTED (LUKE 8:4-15) Motivational writer Dennis Kimbro says that some people are like wheels - they don't work unless they are pushed. Some people are like trailers - they have to be pulled. Some people are like kites - always up in the air, and if you don't keep a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:4-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How Do You Like To Be Treated?

Contributed by Carl Kelleher on Feb 15, 2002

If we want the world to see Jesus in our Lives then we must learn to Live the Golden Rule. We are to Love not just the Lovable but also the person that is difficult to Love.

Title: “How Do You Like To Be Treated” Text: Matthew 7:12 “Therefore, whatever you want men to do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law & the Prophets.” I’ve entitled my message, “How do you like to be treated?” Some of you are saying to yourself about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:12-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Coming Out Of The Pit

Contributed by Greg Cooper on Dec 28, 2001

OVERCOMING DISCOURAGEMENT

Title: Coming Out Of The Pit Text: Psalms 40:2-3 Intro: We all get discouraged. How many of you have ever been in a pit of discouragement? We try to live our lives according to God’s word, but many times we find ourselves in trouble. We fall into a pit and find that not only are we deep in a pit ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:2-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Cost Of Discipleship

Contributed by David Cambridge on Jul 17, 2002

Being a disciple of Jesus means more than just attending church twice a week!

The Cost Of Discipleship Personal Commitment Introduction "If you thought that living the Christian life is easy, then you haven’t lived it!" (Quotes & Things, by D. Collins). With A View To Becoming A Christian There are many people under the illusion that the Christian life is not very ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:34-36, Matthew 10:37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Choices

Contributed by David Barsky on Feb 2, 2004

Our choices have consequences-we must choose wisely.

CHOICES By Rabbi Dr. David L. Barsky PLAY SONG “CHOICES” sung by George Jones Once upon a time, there was a man who lived with his wife, two small children, and his elderly parents ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15, Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Get In Your Shape Series

Contributed by Michael Fordham on Oct 29, 2002

Discover your unique God-given SHAPE to be used and developed and consequently experience the blessings of serving God as you were equipped to do so.

Introduction: Are you in shape? Earlier this year I went and had a full check up, everything including chest xrays, and ekg. Everything came back fine. My cholesterol was in the normal range but my triglycerides were a little too high. The doctors office just said to watch my diet and not eat too ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Methodist