Sermons on Care:

"Opportunities"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Sep 19, 2011

How to determine if the opportunity before you is what God desires for you to take."

Last week was a very interesting week. About a year ago when our finances started to dwindle I sent my resume out to an Executive Search Group (Headhunter). Now that’s a unique name! Last week I got a call that there was a possibility of an awesome opportunity in the golf world with one of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Christ, Lover Of Mankind Series

Contributed by Michael Tkachuk on Jun 22, 2020

When the Church calls God the "lover of mankind," the feast we celebrate today, she upholds a vital truth about humanity.

When the Church calls God the "lover of mankind," the feast we celebrate today, she upholds a vital truth about humanity. God loves us more than we can imagine. When God made humans, He made us incapable of terminating that love. Nothing can destroy that love since He formed us as a ...read more

Scripture: John 3:13-17, Hebrews 2:11-18

Denomination: Catholic

Deterrents To Church Growth

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 10, 2020

What is church in the business of doing? Are we suppose to grow? Whose fault is it if we don't? I hope to answer some of these questions for us.

I’m sure most of us can recall great stirring sermons that have helped and motivated us on the subject of church growth. There are many aspects to growth, such as soul winning, being a good witness for Christ. If a church is going to grow it also needs a healthy membership that will follow the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

In Praise Of The Shepherd

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Apr 23, 2018

Many people know the 23rd Psalm. It is the most well-known poem of all time. But for as many as know the psalm, few really know the Shepherd.

A famous actor was once the guest of honor at a social gathering where he received many requests to recite favorite excerpts from various literary works. An old preacher in the audience asked the actor to recite the twenty-third Psalm. The actor agreed—on the condition that the preacher would ...read more

Denomination: Other

Giving Thanks: Geared Up For Life Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Aug 21, 2021

TWELFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST, YEAR B August 15, 2021Thinking on thanksgiving and the celebration of life for a mentor I attended this week. My mind and spirit are focused on celebrating the goodness of God and understanding the blessing

Thinking of thanksgiving and the celebration of life for a mentor I attended this week. My mind and spirit are focused on celebrating the goodness of God and understanding the blessing I have while setting aside the hardships and tears. to move our thinking away from what we think we don’t have ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Worthy Of Praise

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Sep 23, 2018

God calls us to true and meaningful praise. He deserves enthusiastic worship from his people, and this should be our hearts’ desire for Him.

I. INTRODUCTION 1. Some say worship is not what it used to be. In the past, there seemed to be a greater emphasis on worship. A. Years ago, there were many more “meetings” in a given month than there are today, with far more people in attendance. The services were longer, sometimes lasting for ...read more

Denomination: Other

The Cure For Anxiety

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Oct 22, 2018

Faith or fear it's your decision, God did not design man to live in FEAR! We were designed to live in a state of FAITH!

THE CURE FOR ANXIETY Psalm 1:1-3 Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night. And he shall be like a tree ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-3, Jeremiah 17:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Behold, A Sower Went Forth To Sow;

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 11, 2015

Harvest

Matt 13 v 1 – 23 I. THE FOCUS OF THE SOWER.3 Behold, a sower went forth to sow; (A). HE SOWED THE SEED PLENTIFULLY. 2 Cor 9:6. But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully. (B). HE SOWED THE SEED ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Holiness

Jesus, Gateway To Meaningful Life Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 16, 2022

Jesus is like a gate or a door to a sheep pen; He protects His flock and regulates them so they can thrive.

Jesus, Gateway to Meaningful Life John 10:7-10, Psalm 118:19-26, Jeremiah 23:1-6 1 Jesus often referred to symbols that teach something about him, The 7 I Am statements from John’s Gospel are metaphors, saying Jesus is something, meaning that, in some way, He is like something. 2. Two of these ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-10, Psalm 118:19-26, Jeremiah 23:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Be Clothed With Humility Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 21, 2022

We need a fresh glimpse of the eternal and a reminder that God is our creator and we are the creation. God seeks humility in his children. Humble yourself under God’s mighty hand and he may lift you up in due time.

If you think like country singer Mac Davis that it is “Hard to Be Humble when you are perfect in every way”, that is a good sign that you need this passage of scripture on humility. Your accomplishments, recognitions and achievements can be obstacles to the humility that God desires us to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

When Sickness Strikes: Learning How To Cope From Paul And Epaphroditus Philippians 2:25-28

Contributed by Luke Vasicek on Feb 27, 2025

When Sickness Strikes: Learning How to Cope From Paul and Epaphroditus Philippians 2:25-28

When Sickness Strikes: Learning How to Cope From Paul and Epaphroditus Philippians 2:25-28 1. Experiencing A Loss_ (V. 25-26). Paul needed Epaphroditus, but Paul “thought it necessary” to send Epaphroditus back. He was the messenger from Philippi and was sent to “_minister_” to Paul. He delivered ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:25-28

Denomination: Bible Church

The Lord Is My Shepherd

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 19, 2025

The Lord as our Shepherd means that we are never alone, never without provision, and never without protection. He provides, leads, protects, restores, and gives us eternal security.

THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 23:1-6 "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want." – Psalm 23:1 Supporting Texts: John 10:11, Isaiah 40:11, Ezekiel 34:11-12, Hebrews 13:20-21, Revelation 7:17 INTRODUCTION: Psalm 23 is one of the most beloved passages ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Widow Of Zarephath

Contributed by Samuel M on Jan 1, 2024

Elijah went to the right widow, but she had no provisions to provide for the prophet. She just had a handful of flour in a bin and a little oil in a jar to make one last meal before dying.

Elijah went to the right widow, but she had no provisions to provide for the prophet. She just had a handful of flour in a bin and a little oil in a jar to make one last meal before dying. She was getting ready to eat her last meal and then die. God said He commanded the widow, but the widow was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:9

Chaplaincy As A Ministry

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 13, 2025

Chaplaincy is a sacred calling to serve where many others cannot go.

CHAPLAINCY AS A MINISTRY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 25:35-40 Supporting Texts: Luke 10:30-37, Hebrews 13:3, Isaiah 61:1-3, 2 Corinthians 5:18-20, James 1:27 INTRODUCTION: Chaplaincy is a unique and powerful form of ministry that takes the Gospel beyond the four walls of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:35-40

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From Zion To Harvest

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 27, 2025

This sermon on Psalm 65 describes how God, in His power and goodness, forgives the iniquities of His people and provides for the earth, moving from a scene of spiritual worship in the temple to a universal symphony of praise in the fields and valleys.

Today, we turn our attention to Psalm 65, a magnificent hymn of thanksgiving that takes us on a journey. It begins in the quiet halls of the temple, in the very presence of God, and then expands to encompass the entire globe. It is a psalm that celebrates God's power and His goodness, moving ...read more

Denomination: Baptist