Sermons on Believe Again:

Stay Awake

Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Nov 20, 2018

A sermon that closes out the church year with the hopeful message of staying awake for Christ's return. This sermon teaches about Christ's return and applies it textually to the hearer's life

“Don’t touch that!! Its hot and you’ll burn your hand!” “Don’t eat that! It has been on the ground!” “You better button your jacket up or else you’ll get a cold!” “Look both ways before crossing the street so you don’t get hit by car!” Have you ever told someone these warnings? Have you ever ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:14-23, Mark 13:1-37, Mark 13:24-37, Mark 13:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Be Active In Your Gratitude

Contributed by Travis L. Billings on Nov 26, 2018

How can we actively show our gratitude to God?

BE ACTIVE IN YOUR GRATITUDE 1 Thessalonians 5:18--18 in everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. Isaiah 25:1, 6-9— 1O LORD, You are my God; I will exalt You, I will give thanks to Your name; For You have worked wonders, Plans formed long ago, with perfect ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Isaiah 25:1, Isaiah 25:6-9, Psalm 92:1

Denomination: Charismatic

The Light Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Dec 5, 2018

Lights and Christmas go together like peas and carrots. The message series reflects on the candles of the Advent wreath. The message concerns the Christ candle at the center of the Advent wreath.

All the Pretty Lights: The Light of Jesus John 1:1 – 14 For our guests, we’ve been talking about all the pretty lights of Christmas here at FUMC, Monroe for the past four weeks. We’ve talked about the lights of Christmas, their origins and meanings, and we’ve lighted a light on the Advent ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Wise Men Seek A King Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Dec 10, 2018

Wise Men Seek a King

SEEKING A SAVIOR - Wise Men Seek a King December 16, 2018 Matthew 2:1-12 (p. 676) Introduction: I’m not sure why but my favorite Christmas song is “We Three Kings.” Don’t get me wrong…“Silent Night” is more awe inspiring and “Away In a Manger” is more poignant…but there’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lord's Prayer - His Person Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Dec 13, 2018

An 8 week series examining and understanding the heart of the Lord's Prayer

Bent into Shape – His Person 4/8/18 Matthew 6:9 Sunday AM Have you ever seen someone lose it? You know… get so absolutely bent out of shape they can hardly see straight. The phrase bent out of shape is an idiom for getting so angry you lose all sense of decorum/restraint. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9

Denomination: Baptist

The Man Of Sorrows

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 16, 2018

Isaiah lived some seven hundred years prior to Jesus, and yet he revealed much about the significance of His life and death. Jesus fulfilled every prophecy regarding His first advent. I am thankful He came to provide the means of our salvation.

The Man of Sorrows Isaiah 53: 4-6 As I consider the Bible as a whole, there are specific chapters that seem to stand out above the rest. I do not imply these are any more inspired, or needful than the rest, but they are of such rich substance that I feel inadequate to enter their eternal standing. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

All The Other Reindeer Used To Laugh And Call Him Names Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Dec 24, 2018

Are you an outsider because you are a naughty elf or a rubbished Rudolph? Someone is coming to turn you into an insider

....... Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Had a very shiny nose And if you ever saw it You would even say it glows . All of the other reindeer Used to laugh and call him names They never let poor Rudolph Join in any reindeer games [1] ………………………… Perhaps it was something to do with living in a dark ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20, Isaiah 53:3, John 1:1-16, Matthew 2:1-12, Isaiah 9:2-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

Committed To Finishing Well

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 30, 2018

Paul found himself within a Roman prison, but he refused to be defeated. Although confined and isolated, he desired to continue for the Lord. As long as he lived, he wanted to be useful for the Lord. He refused to allow circumstances to dictate his life.

Committed to Finishing Well Philippians 3: 13-14 Most will agree that living the Christian life can be difficult, especially in today’s environment and rapidly changing culture. While believers once enjoyed a majority, we now find ourselves in an increasing minority. We are continually challenged ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Never Withholds Blessings Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 18, 2021

The word ‘lovely’ refers to the loveliness of Solomon. The Hebrew word is “Yedidot” derives from ‘Yedidah or Jedidiah’ the name given for Solomon at his birth.

Text: Psalm 84:1-12 Theme: “Walk uprightly” Introduction: Charles Spurgeon called this Psalm the Pearl of Psalms. Psalm 23 is most popular, 51 is most plaintive, 103 is most joyful, 119 is most deeply experimental. It is one of the sweetest of the Psalms of peace. Pilgrimage to the tabernacle ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Luke Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Oct 18, 2021

The Role of Women

October 16, 2021 And now…. Luke. As with the other Gospels, Luke does not identify himself as the author of the book that bears his name. Biblical evidence, however, points us to Luke, the Physician, as the author {see Acts 1:1 and Colossians 4:14}. Luke: • Was written in Greek • Was written ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:5-11, Luke 7:44-48, Luke 8:1-3, Luke 21:3-4, Matthew 27:55-56, Mark 15:40-41, John 19:25-27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Fear...yes Or No?

Contributed by Lorraine Greeff on Nov 1, 2021

To fear God, yes to have fears because of man, situations, no

FEAR…YES, OR NO? Good evening, all, I hope that this day finds you well. May I ask a question? IF GOD WERE TO COME AND TELL YOU THAT HE IS TIRED OF PEOPLE’S BEHAVIOUR AND THAT HE IS GOING TO DESTROY THE ENTIRE BOKSBURG AREA, WHAT WOULD YOUR REACTION BE? Throughout the Bible we are given a command ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:25-29, Romans 3:14-18, Deuteronomy 6:1-2

Denomination: Charismatic

The Practice Of Loving Our Enemies (May 22, 2013)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Nov 4, 2021

We as Christians should exhibit Christian behavior, which cannot be done without the help of Christ. Turning the other cheek is easier said than done.

THE PRACTICE OF LOVING OUR ENEMIES Text: Matthew 5:38 - 48 Matthew 5:38-48  "You have heard that it was said, 'An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.'  (39)  But I say to you, Do not resist an evildoer. But if anyone strikes you on the right cheek, turn the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: United Methodist

Anxiety (Part 1): Understanding Anxiety, Its Symptoms, Types, And Cases In The Bible Series

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Oct 7, 2021

Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S. That is why we need to understand what anxiety is, its symptoms, various types of anxiety, and the factors that cause it before we learn to deal with it biblically.

Intro: A pastor in the countryside was retiring after 35 years of serving in the church. As he came to clear out his bedroom, he found a small bowl with five eggs and $1,000 in it. Baffled, he called his wife, "Honey, what is this little basket under the bed with five eggs and $1,000 in ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:10-11, Matthew 6:25-34, Philippians 4:6, 1 Peter 5:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

" A Fruit Called Goodness"

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Oct 7, 2021

Third in the series based on the "Fruits of the Spirit". Being Good is not the same as "goodness". Goodness is about the character trait of righteousness.

In Jesus Holy Name October 10, 2021 Text: Galatians 5:22-23 “A Fruit Called Goodness” 3rd in the series All week I was wondering if this is a foolish topic. Every parent, every grandparent, every teacher knows what it means to be “good”. To be “good” is simply ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-25, Acts 5:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Facing Our Fears With Faith

Contributed by Eldridge Cullum on Mar 17, 2020

We face all kinds of fears today: a fear of cancer, a fear of losing our spouse and becoming a widow, a fear of financial insecurity, a fear of having to live in a Nursing Home, etc. Right now we are all faced with a storm that scares us to death – the storm is called Coronavirus.

Facing Our Fears with Faith John 6:16-21 “When evening came, his disciples went down to the sea, got into a boat, and started across the sea to Capernaum. It was now dark, and Jesus had not yet come to them. The sea became rough because a strong wind was blowing. When they had rowed about three or ...read more

Scripture: John 6:16-21