Sermons on Bloom Where You Are Planted:

God Revealed Series

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 28, 2010

Psalm 19 teaches how God has chosen to communicate to us and to the world through His creation and His Word.

God Revealed 07/20/08 AM Text: Psalm 19:1-14 Introduction When I have the occasion to facilitate a training class in leadership or management there will always be a portion of time given to the concept of communication. Effective communication is important, even vital, to successful leaders in any ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mothers Day 2008

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on May 27, 2008

There are many famous names in the bible and many character studies we could choose but none that will reveal the heart of God as clearly as the study of the mothers of the bible.

Mothers Day 2008 God has given us our bible to teach us the most important lessons about living as human beings. God has given us our mothers so that we might learn the process of becoming a loving human being. There are many famous names in the bible and many character studies we could choose ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:1-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Defending The Poor Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Mar 3, 2013

God cares for the poor and oppressed; one of the most prominent themes in the Bible is our response toward the poor. It is the duty of God’s people to provide for those in need as best as we can with compassion, following the example of Nehemiah.

Nehemiah has resisted outward attacks, but now there’s corruption within. It’s been said that, “No test of leadership is more revealing than the test of opposition” (Boice). Nehemiah wasn’t expecting opposition from his own people. The outcry of the poor reached his ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 5:1-19

Denomination: Congregational

Two Pathways Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jun 2, 2014

Performance-based religion is not the Gospel. In both the OT & NT redemption comes via grace apart from works.

Introduction: “Two roads diverged in a yellow wood and I took the one less traveled by” wrote Robert Frost. There are two roads before us and only one leads to Heaven. Which one is it--the road of good works or faith? Works will get us lost in the woods. When we realize that none of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-14

Denomination: Congregational

Slave Or Son? Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jun 22, 2014

Do we embrace the status of slaves or sons? Our relationship to God gives us the courage to take a stand for truth.

Introduction: Last time we were faced with a choice: Do we trust the Law to save us, or the Promise of God? Today we have a similar decision: Do we embrace the status of slaves or sons? Verses 1-10 On the way to the Promised Land, the Israelites grumbled and wished they had stayed in Egypt. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-20

Denomination: Congregational

The Lord's House: An Exposition Of The 122nd Psalm

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 25, 2019

We pray for and await the peace of Jerusalem. A Psalm of Ascent.

The LORD’s House: an Exposition of the 122nd Psalm What brings you joy? This is a very personal question which will bring many different answers. For some, it will be the expectant birth of a child or grandchild. For some, it will be having the family together for Thanksgiving or another holiday. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Parable Of The Father And The Two Sons -Luke 15 Series

Contributed by Ashley Benjamin on Feb 27, 2020

In a world which searches for answers and meaning for all the evil that takes place, we have a great promise and hope in the Lord Jesus Christ. This sermon series-‘God for us’ helps us understand that no matter what the situation, God is for us and nothing can separate us from His love

 The Parable of a Loving Father Usually we call this parable-the Parable of the Prodigal Son. The main point of the story varies as you look at it from different angles. In this parable we look at it from the loving father’s view and how He extends His grace to the one who didn’t deserved ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Customized Curses

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on May 13, 2020

Within the ranks of Spiritual Warfare ministry there is a common belief that the enemy can prevail against a Christian through the casting of curses.

This belief has resulted in the need to specialize in breaking “word” and “generational” curses that come against Christians because they are generally blamed for various problems one might encounter. A foundational truth of Christianity is that no weapon, including a curse (or hex), can ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:17, 1 Corinthians 16:22, Galatians 1:8-9, Luke 6:28, Romans 5:12-13, Galatians 3:10-13, Colossians 1:12-14, Romans 8:1-2, Proverbs 26:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spread The Word Despite The Odds Sermon Iv: Let Courage Rise With Danger Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jan 14, 2020

Despite multiple attacks against Christianity today, mature Christians maintain spiritual courage to speak the truth in love and to intervention desperate situations to overcome evil with good.

LET COURAGE RISE WITH DANGER AND STRENGTH TO STRENGTH OPPOSE “No good deed goes unpunished.” Although I do not totally subscribe to the cynicism of that expression, because it is my naïve nature to believe that nobody would be opposed to acts of kindness and deeds ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-20

The Wealth Test

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 22, 2019

Why is money such a common topic in Jesus’ preaching? Could it be that our wealth is a test? Could the way we handle money reveal whether we choose heaven or hell for all eternity? Let’s discuss this and the Great Reversal in Luke 16:19-31.

Why is money such a common topic in Jesus’ preaching? Could it be that our wealth is a test? Could the way we handle money reveal whether we choose heaven or hell for all eternity? Let’s discuss this and the Great Reversal in Luke 16:19-31. Rich Luke 16:19 Jesus said, “There was a certain rich ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

As One With Authority

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jan 29, 2024

A sermon for the Fourth Sunday after Epiphany, Year B

January 28, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Mark 1:21-28 As One with Authority Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. For the most part, we know what to expect when we gather for worship. We anticipate the general order ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Lutheran

The Enthronement Of Christ Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Mar 8, 2024

Behold! The Lion of Judah!

March 09, 2024 As the worship of God continued, John’s focus of attention shifts from the Throne to a Scroll. It has 7-seals and is lying on the throne at the right hand of God. -Background- • In ancient Israel, thrones were more like couches - large enough for more than one person to sit ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Sermon On Rituals & Traditions

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 15, 2022

Rituals have been defined as a series of actions or type of behaviour regularly and invariably followed by someone.

Gretchen Bleiler, an American former professional halfpipe snowboarder once remarked: “I learned a few years ago that balance is the key to a happy and successful life, and a huge part of achieving that balance is to instil rituals into your everyday life - a nutritious balanced diet, daily ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 4:6, Romans 14:23, Romans 8:28, Isaiah 29:13-14

The Embarrassing Whine Of The Ungrateful Believer Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 22, 2023

Jacob makes a striking (and embarrassing) statement in his audience with Pharaoh: "my years have been few and difficult." Amid all the good things God has given him, what can we learn from his lack of gratitude?

- Picture the scene. - Joseph has been an incredible, dynamic presence in Egypt, saving the country and the region from this lengthy famine. His brothers came down and, after a long drama, there was a dramatic reunion and forgiveness. They were sent home to bring the whole family to Egypt to live ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 46:1-7, Genesis 47:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Judges 6-8 Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 2, 2023

The story of Gideon is passionate and challenging. He lived a good life but set a bad example to the leaders. God exalted him but he built his own kingdom. Beware of the call.

Text: Judges 6-8, Theme: Gideon and Israel Part 1 Introduction of Gideon: We will do two studies out of the chapters 6-8. The first one is about the Call and ministry of Gideon, and the second is about the later part of Gideon’s life including his children and their end. His leadership is found ...read more

Denomination: Methodist