Sermons on Casting The Net:

The God Who Lifts Heavy Burdens Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 30, 2025

The God we serve is not passive when His children suffer. He acts decisively to lift burdens and destroy yokes. When we learn to cast our cares on Him, we experience peace and liberty.

THE GOD WHO LIFTS HEAVY BURDENS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 11:28-30 Supporting Texts: Psalm 55:22, 1 Peter 5:7, Isaiah 10:27, Exodus 6:6, Galatians 5:1 INTRODUCTION: Many people today are carrying burdens that are too heavy for them — burdens of sin, fear, financial distress, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Betrayal In The Inner Circle Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 21, 2025

Today in Psalm 55, we will explore King David's raw cry of anguish to learn how to handle the deep wound of a friend's betrayal by casting our burden upon the Lord.

Introduction: The Deepest Wound There are many kinds of wounds we suffer in this life. There is the wound of an open enemy, an expected blow that, while painful, is not surprising. But there is another kind of wound, one that cuts far deeper, that poisons the heart in a way no other can. It is ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Message In 1peter – Number 5 – Humble Yourselves And The Monster Of Anxiety – 1peter 5:6-7 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on May 9, 2023

Anxiety and concern afflict us and cause worry. God does not want that for us. Peter speaks of casting our cares on the Lord, also the Psalms, and the Lord on earth spoke on the same matter in the Sermon on the Mount. Humbling ourselves under the MIGHTY hand of God is a necessity.

MESSAGE IN 1PETER – NUMBER 5 – HUMBLE YOURSELVES AND THE MONSTER OF ANXIETY – 1Peter 5:6-7 [A]. INTRODUCTION – STRENGTH AND DEPENDENCE The strength of youth is most evident when the body is at the prime of its physical development. How many of us have had sons in the middle teens who likes to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:5, Psalm 94:19, Psalm 27:1, Psalm 34:4, Psalm 46:1-2, 1 Peter 5:6-7, Psalm 55:22, Matthew 6:25-34, 1 Peter 2:25, 1 Timothy 3:6, Romans 12:3, 1 Samuel 15:17, James 4:6, Psalm 31:9, Psalm 31:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Failures Flourish Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 29, 2018

Failures flourish when they're with Christ, so come for fellowship with Christ and let Him feed you; confess your failure to Christ and let Him affirm you; and commit to following Christ and let Him restore you.

SpaceX is a California space technology company that has been working on safely returning used rocket boosters, so they can be used again. This would greatly reduce the cost of space flight, and they have recently been successful, but not without a lot of failure. Take a look at a YouTube video ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Why Teamwork?

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 24, 2009

A key to unlocking the door of revival at Christian Hills is teamwork and when the team players understand the following statement then we will have another key to unlocking revival.

Why Does God want Teamwork? Recognition of new members at Christian Hills Church during Praise and Worship. Opening video Illustration: Teamwork “The Blue Angels” Illustration: Movie Clip on Teamwork – From “Remember the Titans.” Movie is focused on bringing together different cultures and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Matthew Part 1 (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Dec 13, 2025

Notes by biblegateway.com

The Genealogy of Jesus the Messiah 1 The [a]record of the genealogy of [b]Jesus (In Heb Yeshua (Joshua), meaning The Lord is salvation) the [c]Messiah, (From Gr Christos, which means Messiah (Heb for Anointed One)) the son of David, the son of Abraham: 2 Abraham fathered Isaac, Isaac fathered ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Crashing Through

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

A Sabbath day's journey will get us to the upper room.

Acts 1:12-14 KJV Then returned they unto Jerusalem from the mount called Olivet, which is from Jerusalem a sabbath day's journey. [13] And when they were come in, they went up into an upper room, where abode both Peter, and James, and John, and Andrew, Philip, and Thomas, Bartholomew, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Crashing Through

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Aug 4, 2010

The importance of going the extra mile.

Acts 1:12-14 KJV Then returned they unto Jerusalem from the mount called Olivet, which is from Jerusalem a sabbath day's journey. [13] And when they were come in, they went up into an upper room, where abode both Peter, and James, and John, and Andrew, Philip, and Thomas, Bartholomew, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Answer For Anxiety (Part 2)

Contributed by Donald Cantrell on Nov 8, 2010

God has a stimulus plan for his children, you can bank on that.

Title: “The Answer for Anxiety” Theme: “God has a stimulus plan for his children!!!” Text: “Philippians 4: 19” (Phl 4:19 KJV) But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. I - The Confident Report “Our Secret ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:19

Denomination: Baptist

Living Life On Purpose

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jan 1, 2024

This New Year's message teaches the importance of a God-given vision. When our hearts are filled with divine purpose, we are strengthened to resist temptation and live meaningful, productive lives.

Intro Our primary text is Proverbs 29:18: “Where there is no revelation, people cast off restraint; but blessed is the one who heeds wisdom’s instruction (NIV)”i The KJV says, “Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.” Both versions are instructive. The ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18, Genesis 1:27-28, Genesis 12:1-4, 1 Samuel 16:13, Jeremiah 29:11, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Nehemiah 6:3-4, Luke 16:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Your Order To Feed

Contributed by Cedric Portis on Oct 29, 2001

Jesus’ order to feed begins with yourself. How can you feed if you are not eating yourself.

Your Order to Feed John 21:15-17 John 21:15 So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs. John 21:16 He saith to him again the second time, ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Faithfulness Of Christ Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 23, 2008

The faithfulness of Christ on the Cross of Calvary has opened up heaven for all who trust in Him!

Sermon Brief Date Written: July 23, 2008 Date Preached: June 29, 2008 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Journey Thru Hebrews Sermon Title: The Faithfulness of Christ Sermon Text: Hebrews 3:1-6 1 Therefore, holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Journey With Christ Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 28, 2012

If we want to follow Christ, we must recognize our sin, recognize the Son and repent.

Some time ago (1996), the staff at the Bridger Wilderness Area in the Teton National Forest in Wyoming received the following responses on comment cards from hikers on their trails. These are actual responses! Trails need to be wider so people can walk while holding hands. Trails need to be ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Procrastination Makeover Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 7, 2014

What keeps us from doing the things we should be doing? How can we overcome the tendency to procrastinate? These are some of the questions we address in this sermon.

Introduction: A. If my memory is correct, this is the first time I have ever preached a sermon on the subject of procrastination! I just don’t know why I put if off for so long? B. Let’s start with a few cartoons to get us thinking about our subject. 1. In the 1st cartoon, a man said ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Discipleship

Contributed by Perry Anderson on Sep 29, 2013

We are called to be disciples of Jesus Christ. A true disciple displays various traits and qualities that reflect the love and grace of Jesus Christ.

It was Saturday, March 23, 2002. The following Monday my wife, Kim, and I would be celebrating our 14th wedding anniversary. I’ll have to say that year Kim made it very easy for me. She told me up front and very clearly what she wanted for our anniversary. She didn’t ask for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible