Sermons on City Not Forsaken:

Come Home Running Series

Contributed by Jacob Burdette on Aug 14, 2023

A look at what we as Christians and we the church must do.

Come Home Running If you have your Bible, please open it to Joel Chapter 2. John ordered flowers to be sent to the opening of his friend’s new branch office. When John`s friend got there, he was shocked to see the flowers with the inscription. “Rest In Peace.” He was so outraged that he stopped ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:12-17

The Many Graces Of God

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 14, 2023

One of the most important doctrines of the Bible is the doctrine of the grace of God. Grace is clearly expressed in the promises of God revealed in the Bible and is fully embodied in Jesus Christ.

The Many Graces of God By Bishop Melvin Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - One of the most important doctrines of the Bible is the doctrine of the grace of God. Grace is clearly expressed in the promises of God revealed in the Bible and is fully embodied in Jesus Christ. Grace is the love of God shown to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8, John 3:16, Romans 5:8, Ephesians 2:4-5, Romans 3:23-24, Romans 5:1-2, Colossians 1:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Apostolic

Our Principle Assets(2023)-7

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 22, 2023

7 of 7 Paul & Sosthenes opened their letter to the Corinthian church by informing them of their most important spiritual assets. The local(our) church has vital spiritual assets. But What are some of those assets? A Principle Asset of the Christian church is...

Our PRINCIPLE ASSETS-VII—1Corinthians 1:8-9(:1-9) ATTENTION:(Business idea/Better mousetrap) ‘Smartphones’ have changed the way we live our lives. In 1994—IBM released the ‘Simon Personal Communicator’(SPC) for public purchase. The SPC was the first handheld touchscreen ‘Personal Data Assistant’ ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:7-9, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

It's Good To Be Home - A Homecoming Service Sermon

Contributed by Duane Wente on Aug 28, 2023

If you’ve ever been traveling for a long time, one of the first things we say when we get home is “it’s good to be home!” The same is true about our spiritual home on earth, the church. By studying the story of the lost boy, we can see why “it’s good to be home!”

Introduction Video Ill.: The Prodigal (Abridged) - The Skit Guys The Dream Home Is Dead Source: Adapted from Julie Kilcur, “The Dream Home Is Dead,” CT magazine (September, 2020), pp. 33-40 https://www.preachingtoday.com/illustrations/2022/november/dream-home-is-dead.html Copied from Preaching ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32, Galatians 6:1-3, Ephesians 4:11-13, Ephesians 4:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Call To An Exemplary Life

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Aug 28, 2023

Paul writes to an audience steeped in the Greco-Roman culture. The message is a call to transform their minds, avoid the cultural influences that pull them away from the call of Jesus. He calls them to an exemplary lifestyle.

While in Louisiana for the memorial service for her brother, we drove by a home we built while working as an engineer on the railroad. The home was a super nice home with 3,000 sq ft. On previous trips we witnessed it was empty and deteriorating. This time we were shocked; I wish I could show you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-3, Luke 5:5-10, John 17:14-18, Ephesians 4:22-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

18th Sunday After Pentecost. September 27th, 2026. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 29, 2023

Year A, Proper 21.

Exodus 17:1-7, Psalm 78:1-4, Psalm 78:12-16, Ezekiel 18:1-4, Ezekiel 18:25-32, Psalm 25:1-9, Philippians 2:1-13, Matthew 21:23-32 A). A PLACE OF NO WATER. Exodus 17:1-7. Moses must have been pretty near the end of his tether (Exodus 17:4). After all, the LORD had already heard the cries of His ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7, Psalm 78:1-4, Psalm 78:12-16, Ezekiel 18:1-4, Ezekiel 18:25-32, Psalm 25:1-9, Philippians 2:1-13, Matthew 21:23-32  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding The Faith Of Our Heroes - Part 2: Great Truths From Enoch's Godly Faith Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 30, 2023

1. Faith lets us walk with the Lord. 2. Faith makes it possible for us to please God. 3. Faith lets us profit from God's prophecies. 4. Faith reassures us about God's rewards.

Finding the Faith of Our Heroes Part 2: Great Truths from Enoch's Godly Faith Hebrews 11:1-6; Genesis 5:18-24; Jude 1:14-15 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared August 30, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Today in Hebrews 11, we continue our study of some of the greatest Old Testament heroes of our faith. But ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6, Genesis 5:18-24, Jude 1:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

21st Sunday After Pentecost. October 18th, 2026. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 6, 2023

Year A, Proper 24.

Exodus 33:12-23, Psalm 99:1-9, Isaiah 45:1-7, Psalm 96:1-13, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10, Matthew 22:15-22 A). THE PRESENCE AND GLORY OF THE LORD. Exodus 33:12-23. 1. Show Me Thy Way (Exodus 33:12-17). EXODUS 33:12. Earlier in the chapter the LORD had said: ‘Go up hence, thou and the people… unto ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:12-23, Psalm 99:1-9, Isaiah 45:1-7, Psalm 96:1-13, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10, Matthew 22:15-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Preaching From The Pews

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 24, 2025

Today I will be preaching about singing. • Perhaps you are wondering why I am preaching on this subject. • Why? Singing is a powerful weapon God has given us to living a victorious life as a Christian

How are we able to sing? Singing is pretty amazing when you think about it. Somehow, we humans are able to push air up our throats over some sort of flexible fleshy membranes that vibrate at different speeds, changing the pitch of the sound we’re producing, which we intuitively know how to do, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Wounds Of Jesus.

Contributed by Timothy Ogada on May 3, 2025

First and foremost, may all glory be to God for helping us see and go through this Stewardship week of prayer. Special thanks to my family; my wife Christine, my best friend and the mother to my children, is one human being that is better than me in so many ways. I love her.

The topic is, THE WOUNDS OF JESUS. Just a little history about crucifixion: Crucifixion was invented by the Persians in 300-400BC and developed, during Roman empire times, into a punishment for the most serious of criminals. It was thought of as the most horrible, painful, tortuous, and ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 4:27-31

Do You Hear? Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on May 12, 2025

How do you respond to what you hear from the Word of God?

Do you hear what I hear? Noel Regney was born in France in 1920. He studied music in conservatories in both Paris, France and Strasbourg, Germany. Though being French, he was drafted into the Nazi army during WWII. He did not like the what the party stood for and secretly worked as a part of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:4-21

Denomination: Baptist

What Does It Mean To Be Born Again?

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on May 12, 2025

Theme: Redemption – Salvation – Born Again Title: What does it mean to be Born Again? What does it mean to be Born Again into the Kingdom of God?

Scripture: John 3:1-15; Ezekiel 36:25-27; Romans 12:1-2; 2 Corinthians 3:18 Theme: Redemption – Salvation – Born Again Title: What does it mean to be Born Again? What does it mean to be Born Again into the Kingdom of God? INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-15, Ezekiel 36:25-27, Romans 12:1-2, 2 Corinthians 3:18

Denomination: Nazarene

Forgiveness And The Enemy Who Becomes Brother

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 23, 2025

This is a message bout forgiveness and its importance in the life of a believer, looking at St. Stephen and St. Paul.

Forgiveness and the Enemy Who Becomes Brother Today we are continuing in our September series on the topic of forgiveness. We decided to do this series because as we spoke with individuals over the last while, we heard a very common theme of many of us struggling with forgiveness. What is it? ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15, Acts 7:51-60

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Laodicea And Leviticus

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 25, 2025

Jesus the Judge is also Savior and Friend, cleansing hearts today so His people can live free, hopeful, and ready for eternity.

(A Story of Hope and Cleansing) I want to start tonight with an honest question: What word makes your heart tighten faster than almost any other? For some it’s taxes. For others it’s diagnosis. For me, for a long time, it was judgment. I grew up hearing Revelation’s words: “Fear God and give Him ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:7, Daniel 7:22, Psalm 51:7, Hebrews 4:9-11, John 5:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

2 Corinthians Series: Paul Was An Ugly Duck Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Oct 7, 2025

Our identity and worth must come from God and no other source.

2 CORINTHIANS SERIES Paul was an Ugly Duck 2 CORINTHIANS 10:1-18 2corandmore PERSON FROM CONGREGATION READS 2 CORINTHIANS 10:1-18 I, Paul, myself entreat you, by the meekness and gentleness of Christ—I who am humble when face to face with you, but bold toward you when I am away!— 2 I beg of you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ