Sermons on Capability:

Order Of Respect

Contributed by Paul Kallan on Nov 2, 2002

Respect and Honour are to be earned rather than to be demanded.

The gospel passage Mt 23.1-12 speaks to the hearts of many people, especially, those who feel dominated and oppressed by others. Jesus turns himself harshly against those who try to put themselves up over others and lord over them. He is quite clear of the consequences of a social order that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12

Denomination: Catholic

Walk Humbly Before God

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Aug 5, 2004

Our ambition should be to serve the King of Kings, or put another way. We should aim to make Jesus famous not ourselves.

Walk Humbly before God! . John 7:18 Those who present their own ideas are looking for praise for themselves, but those who seek to honor the one who sent them are good and genuine. Micah 6:8 He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Will I Confess?

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Nov 30, 2007

HOW TO TALK THE TALK AND WALK THE WALK!!!!!!!!!!

WILL I CONFESS? INTRO: HOW MANY PEOPLE COULD I TOUCH? 1: WHO’S WATCHING YOU? A) WE ARE THE ONLY BIBLE SOME EVER READ B) WE ARE THE ONLY JESUS SOME EVER SEE C) PRETTY SACRY IF YOU THINK ABOUT IT D) LOST PEOPLE LOOKING AT YOU AND ME AND HOW WE LIVE AND REACT TO THINGS POINT: SOMETIMES CHRISTIAN ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:27-33

Denomination: Other

Christian Fellowship

Contributed by Robert Travis on Nov 29, 2006

Christian fellowship is more than fun and games.

CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Acts 2:41-47 41 Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls.42 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.43 And fear came ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

Our Daily Bread Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Apr 2, 2008

Jesus taught his disciples that God the Father is interested in the bodies as well as the souls of humans. Neither is to be neglected or ignored. Between the prayer of surrender and the prayer of confession, the heavenly Teacher placed the prayer for ph

Our Daily Bread Matthew 6:11 Intro Jesus taught his disciples that God the Father is interested in the bodies as well as the souls of humans. Neither is to be neglected or ignored. Between the prayer of surrender and the prayer of confession, the heavenly Teacher placed the prayer for physical ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:11

Denomination: Baptist

Testimony - Something You Gain Victory From

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Oct 9, 2006

what’s acceptable & what’s not acceptable

READING THIS TEXT HAS GIVEN ME A GREAT DEAL OF INSIGHT ABOUT TESTIMONY. I AM FULLY PURSUADED TO BELIEVE THAT WE CAME UP IN CHURCH BELIEVING THAT WHEN SOMEONE HAD GOTTEN UP AND SAID THAT THEY THANK GOD FOR THE ACTIVITIES OF THEIR LIMBS, THE FOOD ON THE TABLE, THE CLOTHES ON THEIR BACK WAS A ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:10-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Comfort In The Valley?

Contributed by Peter Balogun on Aug 9, 2010

Refuse to remain in the valley of life

COMFORT IN THE VALLEY? Blessed is the man whose strength is in thee; In whose heart are the ways of them. Who passing through the valley of Baca make it a well; The rain also filleth the pools. Psalm 84:5-6 Is it possible for a man to be in the valley and still find comfort? Oh! Yes. The God we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Preparing For A Life Of Christian Service Series

Contributed by Leslie Tarlton on Jan 19, 2014

It is one thing to be a witness to the things of Christ. It is another to understand the example or pattern for life Christ set for us to follow and do so. This short series was the result of 2 yrs of questioning my direction after 6 yrs of ministry

Preparing for a Life of Christian Service Matthew 3:13-4:11 Pray Proposition: Personally, I struggle with whether or not my life is being used effectively for Christ. How about you? Do you struggle with this? How are many of you are interesting in having an effective Christian Life; A life ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

#6 Partners In Transformation Series

Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Mar 9, 2015

This sermon explains that there are three participants in transformation, 1) God part in transformation, 2) the individuals participation, 3) The part other believers play in a person's transfermation

Partners in Transformation Introduction: It is important to understand the transformation of a person’s life is a work of cooperation. It is not all God, nor it all left up the individual, or is it just the task of others to make transformation happen. Transformation happens when ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6, Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Little Foxes

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Feb 2, 2019

Don't let little sins hinder your walk with GOD

LITTLE FOXES Song of Solomon 2:15 TEXT: Song of Solomon 2:15 – Our vineyards are in blossom; we must catch the little foxes that destroy the vineyards.[d] INTRODUCTION: The fox is a rather peculiar animal. It likes to feast on grapevines. It is silent and lonely. It has an incredible sense ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Is Your Free Will Taking You? Series

Contributed by Alis Cerrahyan on Jul 1, 2019

Our free will is what got us in trouble in the first place. And unless we surrender it willingly and we are completely certain we don't ever want it back; God will not take it away from us.

Not only did God give each and every one of us a certain potential, but He also gave us the abilities to fulfill it. And the more we use them; the more pleased He is with us. As a matter of fact; our conscious involvements are expected of us by the divine. Jesus' parable of the three talents ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30, Galatians 5:13

Twenty-First Sunday In Ordinary Time, Cycle A--21st Sunday, Year B--The Eucharist

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Aug 20, 2021

In the Eucharist, Jesus inaugurated a new mode of presence in “Lord’s supper” (1 Cor 11:20) or the “breaking of the bread” (Acts 2:42,46)

(1) What the Eucharist is not—Cannibalism. Two men who lived in a small town got into a terrible dispute that they could not resolve. So, they decided to talk to the wisest man in town. The first man went to the house of the wise man and told him his version of what happened. When he finished, ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-69

Denomination: Catholic

The Bold Approach.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 16, 2021

Access to God through our great High Priest.

THE BOLD APPROACH. Hebrews 4:12-16. So far in the epistle to the Hebrews, the author has made extensive use of the Scriptures. After his latest warning against falling into unbelief (Hebrews 4:11), he reminds the Hebrew Christians that “the word of God” is alive and active (Hebrews 4:12a). ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Casting Your Cares On The Lord Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 5, 2023

Psalm 55:22 encourages us to cast our cares on the Lord. In a world filled with worries, anxieties, and burdens, this scripture offers us a profound message of hope and assurance.

"Casting Your Cares on the Lord" Introduction: Today, we delve into the comforting words of Psalm 55:22, which encourages us to cast our cares on the Lord. In a world filled with worries, anxieties, and burdens, this scripture offers us a profound message of hope and assurance. Point ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Counterfeit Humility

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 13, 2024

Like counterfeit currency notes, you have this ‘Counterfeit humility’ that people feign to gain recognition and favour.

Counterfeit humility Colossians 2:18 Do not let anyone who delights in false humility and the worship of angels disqualify you. In the above passage, Paul warns Christians not to be taken in by deceptive and attractive words. These claims are attractive, but are merely tricks: they sound ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:18

Denomination: Pentecostal