Sermons on Boring:

Why Carry That Weight?

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Mar 5, 2015

Jesus died to forgive our sins, and He also helps us bear our pain and suffering, as Isaiah 53 describes. Why would we want to bear our sin and suffering alone when Jesus stands at the ready?

[This is a short homily given at evening program at an inner-city mission church, mid-week meeting]. We’re in the season of Lent, when we get ready for Easter. Part of getting ready for Easter is preparing our hearts to be able to take in what Easter is about. What is Easter about? ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Epic Encounter Of Jonathan Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 11, 2012

GOD WILL FIGHT FOR US!

Epic encounter! 1 Samuel 14:6”Then Jonathan said to the young man who bore his armor, "Come, let us go over to the garrison of these uncircumcised; it may be that the LORD will work for us. For nothing restrains the LORD from saving by many or by few." Today we have a beautiful lesson from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 14:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Wonderful Counselor

Contributed by Joe Overholt on Nov 16, 2006

A message of hope in the character of Jesus

“Wonderful Counselor” Foundational Text: Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. This evening as we are poised ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Restoration Complete Series

Contributed by Anthony Craver on Oct 12, 2006

Ruth’s restoration is completed!

Restoration Complete! Ruth Chapter Four I. Introduction The book of Ruth is both historical and symbolic. It pictures the tragedy of death in Ruth’s family and the joy of redemption. It symbolizes the Lord Jesus Christ and His work in redeeming the lost world. Boaz, the kinsman redeemer is a ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Exaltation Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Dec 21, 2010

The cross was planned by the Father and brought satisfaction to Christ.

[To receive a free sermon each week by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] AMAZING LOVE The suffering of the Servant proves that God loves us. 1. The cross was PLANNED by the Father. Yet it was the will of the LORD to crush him; he has put him to grief (v. 10a). ILLUSTRATION: Parent ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

From Sickness, To Service! (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jul 20, 2012

Immediately as soon as the fever left, she started to serve! She didn’t wait till she got a degree! She didn’t wait till she was even asked to serve, she just got up and served!

Matthew 8:14-17-Now when Jesus had come into Peter’s house, He saw his wife’s mother lying sick with a fever. So He touched her hand, and the fever left her. And she arose and served them. When evening had come, they brought to Him many who were demon-possessed. And He cast out the spirits with a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

Dying With The Lord Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Apr 9, 2020

“Out of the anguish of his soul he shall see and be satisfied; by his knowledge shall the righteous one, my servant, make many to be accounted righteous, and he shall bear their iniquities”. (Isaiah 53:11)

Introduction: Beloved in the Lord. The theme for today’s Good Friday sermon is “dying with Christ”. In observing the protocols to curb the spread of the corona virus, this message is being delivered to your homes with the help of technology. It is my prayer that with the help of the Holy Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12, Hebrews 10:16-24, John 19:16-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Already Branded

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Nov 21, 2020

Madison Avenue is not what God uses to build His Church. He has branded His own. He does not need us to market Him, but we may get to bear His marks as He leads us into His image.

Are you looking to brand and market your church? If you are truly a church founded by a call of God and a move of the Holy Spirit you are already branded by the blood of Jesus Christ and if the Spirit is moving in your people you need no marketing plan as He will draw people to where He is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1, Acts 2:47

Denomination: Baptist

Abram's Bad Decision (Genesis 16)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 21, 2024

Do people of faith occasionally make very bad decisions? Let's discuss Genesis 16.

Though he was righteous by faith, did Abram still make the occasional horrible decision? Is Christian history also filled with both virtuous and shameful choices? When we forget to pray and seek God’s will, inspired by the Holy Spirit, scripture, and Godly counsel, can we cause ourselves and others ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Abraham's Family (Genesis 25)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 4, 2024

How do we handle sibling rivalry? Let's look at an example in Genesis 25.

Sibling rivalry can drive families apart, causing people to leave town, the farm, the business, the country. It doesn’t help when parents take sides. How do we navigate the delicate balance between our children? Let’s look at Abraham’s family in Genesis 25. Did Abraham remarry after the death of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do We Worship Each Week? Series

Contributed by Brent Baker on Sep 20, 2005

If we love God then we will want to worship Him!

Why Do We Do What We Do? Why Do We Worship God Each Week? Psalms 100 1-5 & John 4:19-24 This week in our Why do We Do What We Do series, we are talking about Why do we spend time worshipping God each week? I shared that title with someone this week and they said to me well the answer to that one ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Different Reactions To Jesus Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 19, 2008

God offers to the followers of Jesus something worth selling all else for.

Scripture Introduction Pastor Douglas Webster wrote a provocative book entitled, Selling Jesus. He described the American church as taking a foolish route to attract an audience. While the claims of Christianity can and should compete in the “marketplace” of ideas, we must be careful of “selling ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-71

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

In The Middle Of J-O-Y Is A Never-Ending Circle

Contributed by Eric Vertein on Dec 12, 2005

God shows us how to maintain JOY, even when there are many things attacking that joy.

I Thessalonians 5:16-24 3rd Sunday in Advent December 11, 2005 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 Be joyful always; 17 pray continually; 18 give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 19 Do not put out the Spirit’s fire; 20 do not treat prophecies with contempt. 21 Test ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Spiritual Adultery Brings Temporary Misery

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 27, 2010

We can sin as believers, but we cannot sin and enjoy it!

Intro: 1. Charles Stanley, “It is as though we have told the Lord, “Yes Lord, I am willing to be married to You, as long as, I can hide the marriage license, so at any time I choose to be faithful I’ll do it.” But when you commit yourself to Jesus Christ, you are to forfeit ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How Does God Correct His Children Series

Contributed by Troy Campbell on Oct 4, 2011

Part 2 of 2 sermon series on "Who is the Enemy?" Discover who is behind your troubles of life.

Title: Who is the Enemy? – 2 “How Does God Correct His Children?” Text: Hebrews 12:6 Last week we started on a subject of “Who is my enemy? Is God my problem or is Satan? Is there a shady area between the two?” We started on another question that we did not get a chance to finish. So, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8

Denomination: Pentecostal