Sermons on Benevolent Dictators:

The Greatest Among You Series

Contributed by Kory Labbe on Oct 4, 2025

True greatness in God’s Kingdom is found in humility and serving others.

Introduction – Rethinking Greatness Good morning, church. Let me ask you something: When you hear the word “greatness,” what comes to mind? Maybe you think of Tom Brady, Michael Jordan or Serena Williams. Maybe it’s a political leader, a business giant, or even someone you look up to in your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-15, John 13:1-17, Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Our Identity In God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Understand and trust God's intentional design for our identity, and to recognize the power of forgiveness.

Good morning, church family! Today, we’re diving into an incredible story from Genesis 45, verses 1-15. It’s a tale that portrays the beauty of God's plan for our identity, the example of trusting God set by Joseph, and the power of forgiveness in shaping who we are. As we embark on this journey ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-15

Topics: Identity, Reconciliation

Self Absorbed Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

The importance of not being consumed by worldly desires and self-absorption, but instead focusing on the love of God and doing His will.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. We're diving deep into the Word today with a passage from 1 John 2:15-17. You know, it's easy in our modern world to get sucked into a self-absorbed lifestyle where our focus is all about us, our wants, our needs, and our desires. But John warns us against this ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Topics: Inside Out

A Word On Encouragement PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

How to find strength and encouragement in God during times of adversity, as exemplified by David in 1 Samuel 30:1-6.

Good morning, church family! When life gets tough, we all need a little encouragement, don't we? And sometimes, we can't find that encouragement from the people around us, but we can always find it in God. Today, we're going to dive into 1 Samuel 30:1-6, where David found strength in the midst of a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-6

Topics: Encouragement

Zacchaeus The Tax Collector PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2023

To explore the transformative power of an intimate relationship with Jesus, as demonstrated by Zacchaeus' encounter and subsequent transformation. Key

Good morning, family of faith! I am thrilled to be standing here, in the house of our Lord, ready to open His word and share with you a message that I believe is profoundly relevant to our lives today. We gather here, not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters, bound by a love that transcends ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Topics: Grace

Trust In The Power Of The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023

This sermon explores trusting God's guidance, leading outside comfort zones, and maintaining unwavering faith in God's plan, using the story of Joshua as an example. Key

Good morning, church family! It's a joy to be here with you today. We've got a pretty interesting topic to chew on this morning, and it's one that I believe could make a real difference in our lives. Before we get into it, I'd like to share a quote with you. It's from a man named A.W. Tozer, who ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:7-17

Topics: Trust, Guidance

Praising God At Midnight PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 22, 2023

This sermon explores how faith in God's goodness, resilience in adversity, and constant praise can guide and strengthen us, inspired by Paul and Silas's story.

Good morning, dear friends. As we gather here today, we are united by a common thread, a shared faith that binds us together. It is this faith that strengthens us, that guides us, and that brings us here today. We are here to celebrate, to learn, and to grow together. And in this gathering, we are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-34

Topics: God's Praise, Tough Times

Better Priorities In The New Year PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023

The sermon encourages prioritizing God's presence, pursuing purpose through Him, and promoting prosperity by seeking His kingdom and righteousness in our daily lives.

Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering. It is a joy and a privilege to be in fellowship once more, to share in the Word and the wonder of our Lord. As we gather in this place of worship, we are reminded of the words of the great Martin Luther, who once said, "I have so many things to do ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Topics: Seeking God, Putting God First

The Good Shepherd PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 26, 2024

This sermon encourages us to find joy and strength in seeking God's guidance, surrendering to His will, and securing His strength, rather than in material possessions.

Greetings, beloved! As we gather here today, we find ourselves nestled in the comforting embrace of our collective faith, a faith that is as enduring as the ancient hills and as steadfast as the ever-flowing streams. It is a faith that calls us to seek, surrender, and secure -- to seek the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-3

Topics: Obeying, Shepherd

The Applause Of Heaven

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

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A. Introduction 1. There is a biblical doctrine of r __ __ __ __ __ __. It holds that, since God is absolutely and perfectly just, He must punish evil and reward what is good. a. Proverbs 24:11-12 [ NIV ] Rescue those being led away to death; hold back those staggering towards slaughter. If you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Prayer Of Jabez #2 - "Oh, That You Would Bless Me..." Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 15, 2002

Message discussing the first petition of the prayer of Jabez.

Note: some of the illustrations in this series are not acknowledged - this is due to the loss of my notes, not out of a desire to deny the sources. Thank you! The Prayer of Jabez #2 “Oh, That You Would Bless Me…” 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 Introduction - Review This morning we are going to continue ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

Chosen Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 28, 2002

The greatness of God and His choice of us

Chosen ¡V Eph. 1:1-6 Steve Simala Grant ¡V July 15, 2001 When I was growing up, we used to play a lot of street hockey with kids in the neighborhood. I always liked to be the goalie, probably because then I didn¡¦t have to run around so much. I like sports, especially if I can just stand in one ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Buying Truth

Contributed by Koushik Biswas on Sep 19, 2003

The points about truth that we so often forget.

Buying Truth “Buy truth and do not sell it, also wisdom and instruction and understanding” (Pr 23:32) Could you recollect last when you were out buying something? Then suppose someone had intervened to ask, “why are you buying this?” You would have at least replied this, “I need this”. Need! ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How Do I Know That God Exists?

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Oct 28, 2001

We offer three agruments: 1. Cosmological -- God’s fingerprint is on the cosmos. 2. Teleological -- God’s design is seen in the universe. 3. Anthropological -- God’s character is reflected in mankind.

Jim Carrey plays one of his more serious roles in the 1998 movie The Truman Show. It is a fascinating film in which Carrey plays Truman (True Man) Burbank, a young man who was adopted as a newborn by the OmniCam Corporation. OmniCam has created a movie set the size of a city and places Truman in ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

What To Do In Time Of War And Tragedy

Contributed by John Telgren on Jun 1, 2003

What should you do when war strikes? Retaliate? Protest? Or could this be an opportunity to strengthen faith in God and minister to those in need?

The news came shortly after we had arrived in Tulsa for the workshop. After a short time, we were able to put it out of our mind. We were with thousands of Christians from all over the world with some of the best preachers of today. We had a marvelous time singing together, being uplifted by ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 31:1-5, Luke 10:25-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ