Sermons on Coat Of May Colors:

Everybody’s God

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jan 7, 2018

The story of the wise men reminds us we worship a God above political might, a God over religious complacency, and a God over cultural prejudice. Often God colors outside the lines, moving in ways that shatter our assumptions. Our God is everybody's God!

Matthew 2:1-12 Everybody’s God Today we conclude the “twelve days of Christmas,” that period of time between Christmas day and Epiphany, celebrated just yesterday. In church history, Epiphany marks the arrival of the wise men, the magi from afar bringing gifts to celebrate the newborn king. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Damaged Goods

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 25, 2003

You may be disappointed, discouraged, emotionally emasculated, and spiritually messed-up.You may get talked about, and criticized. You may even be socially unaccepted, rejected by family, friends, and society has a whole, but that’s what God can use. Dam

“Damaged Goods” 1st Samuel 1:1-5, 10-11, & 19 Often times in the certain stores they will have a special section of items that are considered to be damaged goods. These items have either been dented, scratched, or something is wrong with them and they are said not to have the value they are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-19

Denomination: Apostolic

Daring Yet Not Defiant Series

Contributed by Thomas Cash on May 19, 2004

Excellence is achieved through dedication and practice. It will not be easy. It may not always be fun. But it will always pay off.

Sermon Notes “Daring, Yet Not Defiant” Daniel 1:8-20 (Second in the series Dare to be a Daniel) Introduction: As the years progress, conflicting cultural values increasingly surround and challenge the Christian lifestyle. While Secretary of State during the Regan presidency, George Shultz kept a ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:8-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"A Change Is Coming"

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jun 11, 2003

Things may seem to be a total chaotic state in your life, you may be troubled on every side, but know this A Change is Coming because troble don’t last always. “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.”

“A Change is Coming” 1st Samuel 2:12-17 ¨If I were to pick an opening statement for this message it would be the passage that we find in the book “A Tale of Two Cities” by Charles Dickens, where it says “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.” ¨We live in a society and time ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:12-17

Denomination: Apostolic

Faith Moves Beyond Limitations (Even The Dogs Qualify) Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 16, 2023

The lesson gives every believer the assurance that Faith in God will work for any one regardless of race, creed or color. This Gentile woman was an outsider, considered no more than a puppy or a house pet, yet her faith made this miracle possible. Faith moves beyond limitations.

Sermon: Faith Moves Beyond Limitations (Even the Dogs Qualify) Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28 “Then Jesus left Galilee and went north to the region of Tyre and Sidon. 22 A Gentile woman who lived there came to him, pleading, “Have mercy on me, O Lord, Son of David! For my daughter is possessed by a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28, Hebrews 11:1, Romans 10:17

Denomination: Methodist

Understanding Who You Are Part #1 Your Identity In God

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jul 11, 2025

For far too long we have as black people (a term that by the end of this lesson I may not use, and you may choose not to use anymore) have been lied to, left out, belittled, tricked, bamboozled, made to feel insignificant, worthless, useless, and cursed by God with blackness.

Opening: - For far too long we have as black people (a term that by the end of this lesson I may not use, and you may choose not to use anymore) have been lied to, left out, belittled, tricked, bamboozled, made to feel insignificant, worthless, useless, and cursed by God with blackness. That’s not ...read more

Denomination: Apostolic

The Nature Of An Awakening - #5 Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 5, 2013

This series of messages was part of the preparation for our SAW (Spiritual Awakening Weekend). May it be used by others.

The Nature of an Awakening Aiming at an Awakening - #5 of 12 Jerry Watts Psalms 85:1-13 * There is an old fable of a farmer who finds a viper (a deadly snake) freezing in the snow. Taking pity on the snake, he picks it up and places it in his coat. The snake, revived by warmth, bites the farmer ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

“doing What We Ought Do”

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 23, 2012

Paul gives us reasons for obey God . . . even when no one else may be looking.

Paul exhorts the Philippians to obey God, even when he wasn’t around. Like parents who hope their kids will behave even when mom or dad aren’t around to check on them, Paul wanted the Philippians to obey, motivated by higher things than just the possibility of being rewarded by Paul or ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

"Help Against Enemies”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jul 14, 2002

July 21, 2002 -- NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST -- Proper 11 Psalm 86:11-17 Teach me your way, O LORD, and I will walk in your truth. (Ps. 86:11) Color: Green Psalm 86 Title: “Help against Enemies”

July 21, 2002 -- NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST -- Proper 11 Psalm 86:11-17 Teach me your way, O LORD, and I will walk in your truth. (Ps. 86:11) Color: Green Psalm 86 Title: “Help against Enemies” 1 Incline your ear, O LORD, and answer me, for I am poor and needy. 2 Preserve my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 86:1-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Prayer Keys - Fasting Series

Contributed by Mark Stepherson on Oct 22, 2011

Legalistic fasting is not a prayer key. It is just going hungry. Spiritual awareness that prompts us to pray may also prompt us to fast. May God make us more spiritually aware. May his spirit prompt us to pray, even to the point of forgetting to eat.

Prayer Keys - Fasting by Mark Stepherson “But when you fast, put oil on you head and wash your face, so that it will not be obvious to men that you are fasting, but only to your Father, who is unseen; and your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.” Matthew 6:17-18 Did you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Series Christmas Party: The Shepherds Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 3, 2019

May we remember that Jesus Christ came to save everyone from the greatest to the least and everyone in between no matter what. May we have a healthy fear, awe, and respect for our God Almighty. May we commit ourselves to being witnesses about the birth of Christ.

CHRISTMAS SERIES CHRISTMAS PARTY: THE SHEPHERDS LUKE 2:8-20, #ChristmasParty CHRISTMAS SERIES 12/1 Christmas Party: The Angels 12/8 Christmas Party: The Shepherds 12/15 Christmas Party: The Protesters (Herod) 12/22 Christmas Party: The Birthday Boy INTRODUCTION… ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What's An Advent?

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Dec 4, 2007

We celebrate Christmas and Advent every year but do we really know why we celebrate these traditions? Most people don’t know the why behind colors, candles, wreaths and when you understand the why behind a tradition we will find that it will become truly

What’s an Advent? Pastor Ryan Akers IT’S CHRISTMAS TIME! Have you gone nuts yet? The world throws too much confusion on us during holidays. (presents, TV shows, decorations, Christmas trees, black shopping days) (why do people shop on days they know it will be crazy?, happy holidays or merry ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

Gideon, A Role Model

Contributed by Craig Benner on Mar 12, 2011

May your encounter with God lead you to an altar that produces peace and a life of victory. Look carefully at the life of Gideon and you may want to imitate his example.

Gideon--a hero role model Judges 6:11-24 Hebrews 11:32-34 32 ¶ And what shall I more say? for the time would fail me to tell of Gedeon, and of Barak, and of Samson, and of Jephthae; of David also, and Samuel, and of the prophets: (KJV) 32 ¶ ¿Qué más diré? Me faltaría el tiempo para contar de ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Justice! Only Justice!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 28, 2014

Situation at times may be critical and you may think there is no way out but opt for the ‘easy way’ but never ever give in to pressure! Stay true in the heat.

Justice! Only Justice! Deuteronomy 16:20”Justice, and only justice, you shall follow, that you may live and inherit the land that the LORD your God is giving you.” I was at the railway station along with my husband, rushing to save the life of a young girl who was demon possessed and ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Devices Of The Devil!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Aug 6, 2014

The devil may not come with two horns with his front teeth jutting out to harass you; he may come in the form of a pretty girl or a well groomed boy.

Evil devices of the devil! Mark 8:33”But when He had turned around and looked at His disciples, He rebuked Peter, saying, "Get behind Me, Satan! For you are not mindful of the things of God, but the things of men." Just after a great party with the Lord, would come a dirty trick from the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:33

Denomination: Pentecostal