Sermons on Belong:

A Funeral For A Still Born Child

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 3, 2018

This was a message I delivered at the funeral for a child who had been born "still born".

(Funeral for a stillborn held at the church building) During the viewing time I had an opportunity to talk with the mother (of the stillborn’s) son. He’s about 4 years old and was playing at reading a Bible in the back pew. I asked him if he knew what book he was “reading”. “Yeah,” he replied. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"i Am" Declarations Of Jesus - Sermon V - "the Door" Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 26, 2019

There are many "doors of discovery" in life, but only One leads to eternal life. There's no greater business to be in than that of helping someone discovers Jesus the Way to God, life, happiness, joy!

GREAT “I AM” DECLARATIONS OF JESUS Who was Jesus? You will recall that He himself asked that question of His closest followers. First, He asked them, “Who do folks say I am?” Then He asked them a pointed question, “Who do YOU say I ...read more

Scripture: John 10:9

"One Who Is Born Of God . . ." Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 21, 2016

What will characterize the life of one who is born of God?

John uses the term "born of God," seven times in this book. To be born again means that we are born spiritually, becoming spiritually alive to God and a personal love relationship with Him. But what is required of me if I am to be "born again?" READ Verse 1a It's been said that there are three ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On A Special Pair Of Shoes

Contributed by William Meakin on Mar 10, 2025

Shoes are defined as a purposefully adapted covering for feet, typically made of leather, fabric, rubber or plastic, each with a sturdy sole.

Goodluck Ebele Jonathon, a Nigerian statesman once remarked: “In my early days in school, I had no shoes, no school bags. There were days I had only one meal... I walked miles and crossed rivers to school every day. Didn't have power, didn't have generators, studied with lanterns, but I ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:5, Ephesians 6:15, Romans 10:15, Luke 3:16

It Only Takes One

Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Apr 8, 2025

I’ll Go, Send Me!

Prayer: Father God, Lord Jesus, hallowed is your holy name. As each day passes, we recognize that we must wear God’s armor, enter the mission field, and hold the line for the freedom defined by Christ. We understand Christ has set us free! This means we are free, indeed. Now we must hold on to that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:23-28, Hebrews 10:1-4, Hebrews 11:14, Hebrews 11:19-25

Denomination: Other

"great Big God" Series

Contributed by Mark Lindsey on Aug 19, 2024

As Creator, God existed before His creation. Everything else in the universe has a beginning. God alone has always been, always is, and always will be. He made time, yet He is before time because He is timeless.

“GREAT BIG GOD” GENESIS 1:1 We are packed and ready to go on a road trip, but the trip is not about us. It is the Journey of Jesus through the 66 books of the Bible. Jesus traveled Route 66. Although we do not see His name in every book, all 66 books point to Him. Jeff Medders summarizes it this ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Shepherd Brings Us Home

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 27, 2025

Jesus is the Good Shepherd who provides, protects, pursues, and ultimately brings His people safely home to dwell with Him forever.

Psalm 23:1 — “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” There are passages in Scripture that seem to sing even when you read them silently. Psalm 23 has wrapped itself around wounded hearts and weary souls for three thousand years. It has been whispered in hospital rooms, recited at ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1, Psalm 23:4, John 10:11, John 14:2, Hebrews 13:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Under The Law Or Under Christ? (Romans 7:1-6)

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Nov 19, 2025

While the law reveals God’s holiness and exposes our sin, it cannot save us—it brings condemnation. Through Jesus’ death and resurrection, we are freed from the law’s condemnation and now live under grace, bearing fruit through the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

Romans 7:1-6 1. Do you not know, brothers—for I am speaking to those who know the law—that the law has authority over a person only as long as he lives? 2. For a married woman is bound by law to her husband while he lives; but if her husband dies, she is released from the law of her husband. 3. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-6, Galatians 2:16, Romans 8:1, Romans 6:14

Denomination: Baptist

Debate PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 15, 2023

To emphasize God's sovereignty, the cunning of the Pharisees, and our responsibility to honor God in all we do.

Good morning, beloved congregation. Today, we delve into the fascinating passage of Matthew 22:15-22. This scripture is one where Jesus brilliantly fends off the cunning attempts of the Pharisees to trap Him. It's a passage that speaks volumes regarding God's Sovereignty, the debate of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Topics: God's Image

How Can The Lord Help You Overcome Feelings Of Jealousy?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Jealousy is a receipe for self-destruction

1. Recognize that jealousy is rooted in immature and selfish desires. Paul wrote, "When you are jealous of one another and divide up into quarreling groups, doesn’t that prove you are still babies, wanting your own way? In fact, you are acting like people who don’t belong to the Lord at all." (I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Get Rid Of The Junk In Your Life Series

Contributed by Chuck Hendrix on Feb 15, 2001

Here are four ways to get rid of the five things Peter instructs us to rid our life of.

GET RID OF THE JUNK IN YOUR LIFE By Chuck Hendrix 1PE 2:1 Therefore, rid yourselves of all malice and all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander of every kind. 2 Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation, 3 now that you have tasted that the Lord ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Divine Intentions For Marriage Series

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Mar 21, 2002

Part 2 of 5 "The Lord of the Rings" God’s divine intentions for the marriage. One of the most needed messages in our nation today!

The Purpose of the Rings Lord of the Rings (part 2 of 5) 1. Core assumption: God knows what is going on and has a very good reason for all of His actions. 2. Marriage is not an institution dreamed up in the heart of man Marriage is the product of Divine Wisdom. <sum> God brings order and design ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas: Wise Men Still Seek Him.

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Dec 2, 2002

The question isn’t does God still speak. The question is are we listening?

Wise Men Still Seek Him After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem 2 and asked, "Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star in the east and have come to worship him." 3 When King Herod heard this he was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

229 - God Returns Series

Contributed by Joel Vicente on Jul 20, 2002

Study of the Character and Attributes of the Holy Spirit as presented by Jesus.

Sermon Study 229 – GOD RETURNS Study of the Character and Attributes of the Holy Spirit as presented by Jesus Jesus (God) promises to return to those who “love and obey”: (1) John 14:15-18 "If you love me, you will obey what I command. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another (not ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-27

Denomination: Baptist

Is Your Prasie Glorifying Your Savior Or Is It Glorifying Your Self?

Contributed by Shane Rodriguez on Dec 27, 2003

When times are bad God still wants us to praise Him.

“By Him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to His name.” Hebrews 13:15 (KJV) A Christian’s character is revealed to themselves through their praise. Our time of worship is a time when we as believers open our hearts to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:15

Denomination: Baptist