Sermons about Commencement Address

Words And Prayer For Virginia Tech

Contributed by John Tung on Apr 25, 2007

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Addressing the Virginia Tech. shooting this week and offering words of prayer before my sermon.

Today, I want to start by addressing the shooting at Va. Tech. this week. I have followed the news this week, as you have. It seems to me that the cause of this shooting was mental illness exacerbated by the immigrant experience. So, the first thing I want to say is that we need to take the stigma ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Can I Be Sure That I Am Going To Heaven? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Oct 6, 2008

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This message addresses the question of how we can know for sure our eternal fate.

A recent survey revealed some interesting information in regard to America’s view of eternity. According to the polls conducted by the Pew Research Group and ABC News: Eighty-seven percent of Americans believe that there is a Heaven. Seventy-four percent believe that there is a Hell. Sixty-eight ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Have A Prodigal Child

Contributed by Jim Nicodem on Jul 22, 2009

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A message addressing how parents can love and help their prodigal or wayward son or daughter.

INTRO: Franklin was a rebellious kid--even though his parents raised him with fair and loving discipline. -His dad, in fact, was a well-respected leader--consistently listed among the top 10 "most admired" people in the country! -When Franklin reached high school age, his mom and dad sent him to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Building A Culture With A Long-Term Charitable Viewpoint Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 21, 2009

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We have a duty in charity to address issues of massive disparities in economic development and incomes.

November 23, 2009 Bl Miguel Pro Caritas in Veritate The Old Testament had particular contempt for those who oppressed widows and orphans. In a male-dominated society, where women were almost like property rather than equal partners in a marriage, being a widow, particularly a childless one, was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:1-4

Denomination: Catholic

God's Marriage Instructions Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 11, 2011

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This sermon addresses God's commands for wives to submit to their husbands, and for husbands to be considerate and respectful of their wives.

Introduction: A. Marriage bears the brunt of a lot of humor, and in many respects for good reason. B. Here’s a few interesting quotes about marriage: 1. Mae West said: “Marriage is a great institution, but I'm not ready for an institution yet.” 2. Rita Rudner said: “I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Complaints To The Pastor?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 28, 2008

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A pastor wrote:HOW DO I HANDLE COMPLAINTS ADDRESS TO ME... I respond.

I WAS ASKED: I’ve heard it said that there’s no such thing as a stupid question. I hope this will not be considered as a stupid question, but it’s really meant as a sincere question: If a leader in your church came to you saying they want longer services and longer and more altar calls, what would ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Has An Antidote For The Dark Valleys Series

Contributed by James Dunn on Jun 22, 2007

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Psalm 23 addresses the hope we can have through the dark valleys of life.

GOD HAS AN ANTIDOTE FOR THE DARK VALLEYS Stress busters - Part 3 "Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; Your rod and your staff, they comfort me." Psalm 23:4 I. WHAT TO REMEMBER IN DARK VALLEYS A. VALLEYS ARE ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Saints And Sinners Series

Contributed by David Swinney on May 31, 2010

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Sermon on the address to the saints at Ephesus, Ephesians 1: 1 - 2 and 2: 1 - 3

Sinners and Saints Ephesians 1: 1 – 3; 2: 1 – 3 A king sits on a throne thinking about all of his accomplishments—the foes he has slain, the armies he has conquered, the cities he has built, all the things that he has achieved in the course of his life. A prophet of God ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-2

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sometimes I Have Doubts Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Oct 30, 2007

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4 of 5 messages. This message addresses the challenge of doubt and how it can contribute to faith.

I have questioned many things about our faith and the things of God. I am a skeptic. I admit it. Whenever I hear about someone who is suffering from cancer miraculously discovering his or her cancer is gone, I wonder if it can be true. I doubt. I read reports about God mysteriously working in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:18-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Overcoming Tomorrow Series

Contributed by Mike Schultz on Oct 31, 2007

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#9 in a series dealing with the book of James. Addresses the boasts, uncertainty, and yet hope for tomorrow.

Overcoming Tomorrow James 4:13-17 One day a man went to his doctor for his annual physical. A couple weeks later, he went back in order to hear the results. His doctor said, “Well, I have some bad news and some even worse news. Which do you want to hear first?” The man became somewhat ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessing Of Discipline Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Oct 4, 2006

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This message addresses the blessing that comes to those who as disciples of Christ embrace personal discipline.

Introduction: Bill Cowher took over as the head football coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1992. He quickly showed himself to be a man with a future. In fact, he currently enjoys the longest tenure in the NFL as a head coach with the same team -- which now stands at 14 seasons. Under his guidance ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

It's Time To Renovate The Church - Part 1

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on May 25, 2014

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A sermon addressing the proper steps to be taken in order to return the church to her former glory.

It’s Time To Renovate The Church - Part I II Chronicles 29:1-5 I know when you look at the title on the projection screen you are scratching your head and saying “We just renovated the church 2 years ago!” You are correct, but there are some things that we missed. If we look real ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 29:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

A Passion For Compassion Series

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Feb 29, 2016

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How can we address the sea of humanity that is now pressing upon us for assistance?

A Passion for Compassion Defend the weak and fatherless, uphold the cause of the poor and the oppressed. Rescue the weak and the needy; deliver them from the hand of the wicked.” Psalm 82:3-4 27 Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 82:3-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Making Jesus Sick Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Oct 28, 2011

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Lukewarmness in the life of a believer makes Jesus sick. Jesus addresses this sin in the church of Laodicea.

Making Jesus Sick Sermon 7 in the Series “You’ve Got Mail” Chuck Sligh August 21, 2011 For the PowerPoint for the sermon, write me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Revelation 3. INTRODUCTION INTRO VIDEO: Illus. – “Worship 1/2 CD” ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

Christians Are Abnormal In How They View The World Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 14, 2012

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In series on the Sermon on the Mount (Christians are Abnormal). Addresses priorities in the Christian life. Suitable for graduations.

CHRISTIANS ARE ABNORMAL IN HOW THEY VIEW THE WORLD 6 12 Matthew 6:19-34 This time of year we have our young people graduating from high school and college, while others are finishing one grade and moving on to the next. Sarah McDaniel will be graduating this afternoon. It’s part of growing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

Denomination: Baptist

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