Sermons on Bodily Illness:

God Is Like Sears: He Has Everything

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 5, 2007

Do we limit God by saying that He has everything but then don’t believe it? Do we limit Him by saying, "Maybe it is not for me."

April, 2007 “God is Like Sears: He Has Everything” Colossians 2:6-15 INTRODUCTION: “God is Like Sears: He Has Everything.” Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Most people would probably say, “Yes, I would agree,” however, why then do so many people, including Christians, often live ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-15

Denomination: Methodist

Monopoly Money - A Sermon For Corpus Christi Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Jun 13, 2020

An electric toaster, monopoly money and the gift of the Eucharist

Because of Corona Virus all sorts of things have changed in society. Instead of being a few feet away from me as I deliver this sermon from the front of church, you are watching this sermon on your computer. One of the other things that has changed is that we are becoming an increasingly cashless ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

This: A Very Personal Statement Of What I Believe

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Mar 6, 2018

1 Peter 3:15 "Always be ready to give an answer to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope you have within you"

........ I believe that you are of immense and infinite value. God made you in his own image and he adores you. Even though, like me and everyone else, there will be parts of your life you have made a mess of, God doesn’t leave you there. I believe God will lead you to become the you you are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Anglican

Sadducees And Resurrection

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Oct 18, 2019

Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time -- 32nd Sunday, Year C

A preacher related that: YEARS AGO, THE brilliant but cantankerous Baptist preacher Carlyle Marney was speaking to some students at a Christian college. When a student asked, "Dr. Marney, would you say a word or two about the resurrection of the dead?" Marney replied, "I will not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:27-38

Denomination: Catholic

The Compassionate Jesus.

Contributed by Sol Madlambayan on Sep 24, 2003

His compassion is what we need.

September 7, 2003 HOLY SPIRIT BLESS US The Compassionate Jesus. Matthew 9: 35-38 (NKJV) Then Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease among the people. But when He saw the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Methodist

Pleasing The Father

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Apr 25, 2007

An outlined story of the Parable of the Talents. Let’s not become "hole-diggers".

Pleasing the Father. Matthew 25:14-30 > Tonight I want to do something that is a little uncharacteristic of me, I want to tell a story. Actually, this will be the “retelling” of a Bible story. I’ll attempt to tell it with an outline which will make it easier for me to tell, easier for your to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

Bitterness: The Poison Of The Soul

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Jun 20, 2008

Bitterness is the most dangerous of all attitudes to healthy Christian living!

HEBREWS 12:15 “BITTERNESS: THE POISON OF THE SOUL” A) Bitterness is the most dangerous of all attitudes to healthy Christian living! * It will eat away the vitality of your spiritual life until your testimony is in shambles. * Bitterness is the cancer of the soul, claiming millions of victims ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:15

Denomination: Baptist

Command And Teach These Things Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 20, 2011

Command and teach things that affect our lives. 1- Don’t let others look down on you 2- Devote yourself to ministry 3- Don’t neglect your gift 4- Diligence will pay off 5- Doctrine is important

INTRO.- Command and teach! Strong words. ILL.- It’s been said that it is not the dog’s keen smell or hearing that has endeared him to modern man, it’s his uncomplaining readiness to obey and lavish affection on his human friends. A dog is loyal, loving, and lovable, even if ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:11-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Superiority Of Being In Christ

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Dec 8, 2019

The Superiority of Being in Christ- Colossians chapter 2 verses 6-15 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: • The Traveller (vs 6) • The Tree (vs 7a) • The Building (vs 7b) • The School (vs 7c) • The River (vs 7d) • The Prisoner (vs 8) • The Gift (vs 9) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Where would you rather eat; • In a fast-food takeaway or in a good, family run restaurant? • What would you ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-15

Denomination: Brethren

Give Ear To My Words, O Lord Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 28, 2012

How to plead with God to hear your prayers. 1- Ask early 2- Hate evil 3- Seek mercy 4- Live righteously 5- Find refuge

INTRO.- ILL.- One Sunday in a Midwest city a little boy was "acting up" during the morning worship. His parents did their best to maintain some sense of order in the pew but were losing the battle. Finally the father picked the little boy up and walked sternly up the aisle on his way out. Just ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:1-12, Philippians 4:6-7, Psalm 5:1-5, Hebrews 4:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Gift To You

Contributed by Benny Anthony on May 8, 2007

This is a Chrysalis Clergy Talk. It is used for both the boys & girls flight.

How many of you like to receive gifts? I’m sure we all do. Today I would like to talk with you about some of the ways we celebrate the gift of God’s presence with us. Hello my name is Rev. Benny Anthony, and the title of this talk is “God’s Gift to You.” What was the best gift that you ever ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It Is Enough!

Contributed by David Trexler on May 10, 2007

The Ascension of Jesus the Christ should be enough for all of us.

Act 1 verses 1-11 & Luke 24 verses 44-53 Ascension 2007 This coming Thursday is the Ascension of our Lord. In preparing for today’s message I realized in the time I have been here, I have always, always focused my efforts upon Mother’s Day and the Biblical text associated with this particular ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

"Push"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jul 20, 2016

I found this acronym "PUSH" Pray Until Something Happens. The message is the importance of prayer.

P-U-S-H Luke 11:1-13 A man was sleeping one night in his cabin when suddenly his room filled with light, and God appeared. The Lord told the man he had work for him to do, and showed him a large rock in front of his cabin. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Sermon On Fear

Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 8, 2022

Fear is defined as “An unpleasant emotion caused by the threat of danger, pain or harm.”

Judy Blume, an American writer, once remarked: "Each of us must confront our own fears, must come face to face with them. How we handle our fears will determine where we go with the rest of our lives. To experience adventure or to be limited by the fear of it." 2 Timothy 1:7 confirms: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:4, Proverbs 29:25, Psalm 56:3-4, Philippians 4:6

The Power Of What If.

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Aug 23, 2020

Fear is powerful. How do we fight against such a powerful foe?

Sermon - The Power of what if. - As it has become the normality of today, this virus takes the top headlines. - I however see a more worrying development. I know suicide has been a growing number amongst the deaths during Covid19. Q- The more worrying thing though, is why should anyone choose ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-4, Revelation 1:17-18

Denomination: Baptist