Sermons on Charles Schultz:

"I Have Always Loved You,” Says The Lord. "Oh Really? How?”

Contributed by Charles Payne on Mar 16, 2026

One of the most startling conversations between God and His people occurs in Book of Malachi 1:2–3: At first glance, that sounds shocking. Israel questions God’s love—and His answer seems harsh. But hidden in that response is a powerful modern message that speaks directly to our generation.

“I HAVE ALWAYS LOVED YOU,” SAYS THE LORD. “OH REALLY? HOW?” TEXT Malachi 1:2–3: “I have loved you,” says the LORD. “Yet you say, ‘In what way have You loved us?’ Was not Esau Jacob’s brother?” says the LORD. “Yet Jacob I have loved; but Esau I have hated, And laid waste his mountains and his ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:2-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Till Kingdom Come

Contributed by Charles Payne on Mar 16, 2026

People used to say, “That’ll happen when kingdom come.” Many today still talk about God’s kingdom as something yet to arrive. But when Jesus came, He announced, “The kingdom of God is at hand.”

“Till Kingdom Come” — What the Old Saying Really Meant PROLOGUE When older generations said, “You can argue about that till kingdom come,” they meant forever… a very long time… perhaps something that will never happen. The phrase comes directly from the Lord’s Prayer: “Thy kingdom come, thy will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10, Matthew 4:17, Mark 9:1, Colossians 1:13, Acts 2:33-36, Romans 9:6, Galatians 3:29, Ephesians 6:12, 1 Corinthians 15:26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Pain That Was Forgotten

Contributed by Charles Payne on Mar 16, 2026

There was a time in human history when childbirth was one of the most dangerous moments in a woman’s life. Jesus uses this event to describe something important about his crucifixion

THE PAIN THAT WAS FORGOTTEN A message on the love of Christ TEXT: “A woman when she is in travail hath sorrow, because her hour is come: but as soon as she is delivered of the child, she remembereth no more the anguish, for joy that a man is born into the world.” — Gospel of John 16:21 “Who for ...read more

Scripture: John 12:23, John 16:21, Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Choose Humility Series

Contributed by Charles Finny on Feb 26, 2026

GRUMBLE OR HUMBLE

Philippians 2:8 says, “And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to death — even death on a cross.” Jesus humbled Himself. And because He humbled Himself, God exalted Him. In 1986, two ships collided in the Black Sea. Hundreds died — not because of technology ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:8

Obedience Series

Contributed by Charles Finny on Feb 26, 2026

POWER OF OBEDIENCE

Philippians 2:8 says, “He became obedient unto death — even the death of the cross.” Jesus showed us perfect obedience. If He obeyed the Father completely, how much more should we? Obedience must be intentional — we must choose to obey. Obedience must be immediate — delayed obedience is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:8

Power Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Charles Finny on Feb 26, 2026

CROSS

THE POWER OF THE CROSS 1 Corinthians 1:18 says, “The message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.” Today everyone wants power — power to succeed, influence, and prove themselves strong. But true power is not in position or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18

Losing To Find Series

Contributed by Charles Finny on Feb 26, 2026

FIND

Jesus said in Luke 9:23, “If anyone wants to come after Me, let him deny himself, take up his cross daily, and follow Me.” To deny yourself simply means to lose. The Christian life begins with losing. When God called me to serve Him in a new place, I felt like I was losing everything — my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23

Endurance Series

Contributed by Charles Finny on Feb 26, 2026

ENDURANCE TO END

THE POWER OF ENDURANCE 1. We Live in a Fast World We live in a jet-fast world. People rush to finish everything quickly. We want instant results, instant success, instant answers. Because of this, we forget the word “Endurance.” When pressure comes, we lose our temper like a red hot balloon — ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:5

Give Me A Drink

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Mar 5, 2026

Jesus shows us the great length he will go to in order to restore someone who is spiritually thirsty for God's redeeming love.

ONE OF THE MOST BELOVED PSALMS TO DESCRIBE THE DEEP DESIRE FOR A RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD IS PSALM 42:1-2, “AS THE DEER LONGS FOR STREAMS OF WATER, SO I LONG FOR YOU, O GOD. I THIRST FOR GOD, THE LIVING GOD. WHEN CAN I GO AND STAND BEFORE HIM?” THIRSTING FOR GOD! YEARNING AND WANTING TO BE IN A ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-15, Psalm 42:1-2, Ezekiel 18:23, 2 Peter 3:9, Isaiah 12:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Vanishing Father

Contributed by Charles Payne on Jun 11, 2025

There was a time—not so long ago—when the word “father” evoked strength, stability, and sacrificial love. When a man’s presence brought comfort, not confusion… direction, not detachment… blessing, not brokenness. But somewhere along the line, the father began to vanish.

THE VANISHING FATHER SCRIPTURE Malachi 4:6 “And he shall turn the heart of the fathers to the children, and the heart of the children to their fathers, lest I come and smite the earth with a curse.” PROLOGUE TO THE SERIES: “The Vanishing Father” Four Reflections Toward the Restoration of Godly ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:6, Isaiah 3:12, Proverbs 20:7, Deuteronomy 6:6-7, 1 Corinthians 4:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Weaker Vessel

Contributed by Charles Payne on Jun 12, 2025

The husband must honor his wife as a fine, cherished, possibly more fragile vessel—like porcelain vs. iron—not because she is worth less, but because she is worth handling with more care.

WEAKER VESSEL: PROLOGUE – Blurred Lines, Broken Honor THE STRENGTH TO STEP BACK In 2022, University of Pennsylvania swimmer Lia Thomas, a biological male who identifies as female, won an NCAA women’s championship. The runner-up, Riley Gaines, a biological female and All-American athlete, publicly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:7, Proverbs 14:1, Proverbs 31:26, Genesis 2:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Are Worthy

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 3, 2024

We all have times of questioning our worth and if what we do with our lives makes any difference. The Centurion helps us to discover our worth for the Kingdom.

WORTHINESS. I AM URE WE HAVE ALL QUESTIONED, IF NOT BATTLED OUR VARIOUS FEELINGS OF BEING WORTHY. WE PONDER IF OUR LIVES DEFINE THE WORD “WORTHY” THAT MEANS, “HAVING OR SHOWING THE QUALITIES OR ABILITIES THAT MERIT RECOGNITION IN A SPECIFIED WAY.” DOES MY LIFE COUNT AND MEAN ANYTHING? THIS IS WHY ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10, Matthew 28:18, 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12

Denomination: Free Methodist

No More Excuses!

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 9, 2024

Jesus shows us the importance of radical obedience through the encounter with three would-be disciples that offered excuses for not wanting to immediately go with Jesus.

IN THE WALT DISNEY MOVIE, “ALICE IN WONDERLAND,” ALICE FINDS HERSELF AT A FORK IN THE ROAD. AS SHE CONTEMPLATED HER DECISION, SHE NOTICES A CHESHIRE CAT UP IN THE TREE. UNDECIDED ON WHICH ROAD TO TAKE, ALICE THEN ASKS THE CHESHIRE CAT, “WHICH ROAD DO I TAKE?” THE CAT RESPONDS, “WHERE DO YOU WANT ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62, Matthew 7:13-14, Matthew 6:21

Denomination: Free Methodist

Shalom!

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 17, 2024

Peace with God comes only through our relationship with Jesus. We can build this relationship through prayer and obedience.

SHALOM! PEACE! JESUS OFFERS US THE GIFT OF HIS PEACE. IT IS THROUGH JESUS CHRIST AND OUR OBEDIENCE TO HIM, THAT WE CAN EXPERIENCE A PEACE AS STATED IN PHILIPPIANS 4:7 THAT WILL NOT ONLY SURPASS ALL UNDERSTANDING, BUT WILL KEEP OUR HEARTS AND OUR MINDS SECURLY GUARDED AGAINST THE ENEMY. THE REASON ...read more

Scripture: John 14:23-29, John 16:33, 1 Timothy 2:1

Denomination: Free Methodist

Bartimaeus: Mercy And Faith

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 24, 2024

The encounter of the "blind beggar" (Bartimaeus) with Jesus teaches us the importance of seeking mercy and living out our faith!

JESUS IS ON HIS WAY TO JERUSALEM WHERE HE WILL GIVE HIS LIFE AS THE ATONING SACRIFICE ON THE CROSS. HE IS FOCUSED. HE IS ON A PASSIONATE MISSION GIVEN TO HIM BY HIS FATHER. ALONG THE WAY, HE CONTINUES TO SHOW THE LOVE OF THE FATHER TO CHILDREN, THROUGH HEALINGS, TEACHINGS, EXPELLING DEAMONS, AND ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52, Hebrews 4:16, Luke 18:13, Hebrews 11:1, 1 John 2:3-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist