Sermons on Common Interests:

Divine Influence

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Dec 6, 2009

God, through His Holy Spirit, has given to each believer spiritual gifts. These gifts are given to men so they can be used to bless others.

Christmas season- invokes- many thoughts/emotions- as well as advertisements … (show picture- American Humanist Association) No God? … No Problem! Be good for goodness’ sake. Humanism is the idea that you can be good without a belief in God. This ad poses an interesting question- can people truly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-18

Denomination: Charismatic

Christmas: Happy Are The Humble Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 15, 2008

Christmas is about many things, but one strong virtue that Christmas brings to mind is humility.

Happy Are the Humble (Luke 1:39-56) 1. Sherlock Holmes is quoted as saying, "I am not among those who count humility among the virtues." 2. We tend to think of humility and not dwelling on oneself or comparing oneself to others. Wikipedia adds this insight: "Humility, or being humble, is the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-56

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Israel Reduced To One

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Dec 30, 2007

Matthew’s quotation of Hosea is extremely helpful for interpreting Biblical prophecy. God’s promises to the nation of Israel have found their fulfillment in the person of Jesus Christ.

- The first time I read our text for today several years ago, “Out of Egypt I called my son” I thought no big deal. That makes sense, Jesus is God’s son. It makes perfect sense. - Then I started to think about it some more – it says that this happened to fulfill what the Lord had said through the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Parable Of The Unjust Steward Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 28, 2007

This man was dishonest, but he was still commended for his shrewd investing and wise prudence in preparing for the future. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Template.

Parable of the Unjust Steward Luke 16:1-15 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/UnjustSteward.html Ever made the “march in” at your work? You know, where you get up your nerve and march in and quit? What a feeling when you first walk out—“I’m free!” No longer the slave of that man or this place. And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Easter 2011, Part 1

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 6, 2011

During the Feast of Unleavened Bread, we examine the Disciples focus to break from "the norm" and spend time with Jesus; not realizing that this would be their last meal together.

Easter, Part 1 Matthew 26:17-30 Introduction - This morning we begin a 5 week mini-series on the Easter season -- Every Sunday morning, for the next 5 weeks, we will examine a section -- The Easter story is not just about Easter morning, but a culmination of events -- Each event marches us closer ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Girl Who Didn't Like Mt. Rushmore

Contributed by Greg Moller on Jan 31, 2015

Is America turning away from God

The girl who didn’t like Mt. Rushmore A young girl was recently asked about our national monuments, and was asked if she had ever visited Mt Rushmore. Her reply was yes. Then she was asked if she liked it. Her reply this time was a flat out “NO”. She then was asked what she ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:4

Denomination: Bible Church

"What Is Power?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 21, 2014

A sermon about the power of the Gospel.

Romans 1:1-7, 14-17; 3:22-30 "What is Power?" What is power? Power is something that many people want. It is often obtained through manipulation and deceit. The desire for power often comes from feelings of inferiority, fear or narcissism. The results of gaining power for power's sake ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

P.t.s.d. Praise Through Satan's Door

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Sep 29, 2014

Enter into his gates with Tahanksgiving and into his courts with praise is not just entering into God's kingdom.

P.T.S.D. “PRAISE THROUGH SATAN’S DOOR” By Bishop M.L. Maughmer, Jr. SCRIPTURE :- Psalms 100:4 "Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise be thankful unto him and bless his name". Understand that this scripture is a principal. It tells us how we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:4

Denomination: Apostolic

The Light Of Christmas The Way Of Christ Series

Contributed by Brett Crosson on May 10, 2019

Christ came into this world to do some amazing things, and to show us the way to live. He wants us to be servants, to make sacrifices and to flow in the supernatural power of God. Peter did, Paul did, Philip did and so can you and I.

Phil 2 Therefore if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any common sharing in the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, 2 then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind. 3 Do ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Owl #5 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on May 10, 2021

Obedience is required to be a disciple of Jesus so we, as His army, succeed in the direction He has sends us

<The owl commercial launches the message> Did you know that that commercial is almost 50 years old? It’s memorable. It points to a question, provides a practical experiment and even an answer. However, the wise old owl is only validating his own personal knowledge and experience so is that ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:27, Proverbs 30:24-28, 1 John 3:8, Hebrews 11:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Enemy's Battle Plans

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 12, 2020

For every point in the devil’s battle plan, Jesus gives us a way to victory!

August 9, 2020 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: For every point in the devil’s battle plan, Jesus gives us a way to victory! Focus Passage: 1 Peter 5:1-11 Supplemental Passage: For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-11, Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Walk Of Christ

Contributed by Jerry Owen on Dec 22, 2019

sermon describes the walk of Jesus Christ. He is our example to follow in our walk of life.

THE WALK OF CHRIST Phi 2:1-11 In our passage this morning, Paul is talking to the Christians in Philippi. He has great hope and desire for them to be a loving church that makes a difference in their city and surrounding area. Phil 2:1-2 1 if there is any encouragement in Christ, if there is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The Undesirable Consequences Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 20, 2024

Undesirable consequences are a factor of life that many wish to avoid.

Roy T. Bennett, the author of “The Light In The Heart,” once remarked: "Every choice comes with a consequence. Once you make a choice, you must accept responsibility. You cannot escape the consequences of your choices, whether you like them or not." Galatians 6:7-8 reminds us: “Do not be ...read more

Scripture: James 2:10, Hebrews 12:11, Jeremiah 17:9-10, Romans 13:4

Sermon On Trust And Freedom

Contributed by William Meakin on Mar 20, 2022

Trust could be said to have a symbiotic relationship with freedom, without one the other is difficult to find.

Robert C. Solomon, an American-born philosopher and author once remarked: “Trust is not bound up with knowledge so much as it is with freedom, the openness to the unknown.” Proverbs 3:5 states: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.” Galatians 5:1 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 12:2, James 1:2-4, 1 Peter 2:16, Psalm 37:5

Finding A Mate Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Jul 27, 2022

People are dedicating themselves to the Lord and they come to the second most important decision anybody makes in their life, and that is finding a mate.

I suppose one of the most rewarding (should I say?) things that we hear is that a person's getting their life together. You know, you hear about someone that's been having some trouble in their life and now they're getting it together, and you go, “Yes, finally,” is sometimes what we ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 10:30

Denomination: Independent/Bible