Sermons on Compassionate Actions:

The Life Of Love

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 18, 2012

Love is a verb. Sometimes we sing songs of Christ's love, and even our love for Him, but what about our love for other?

The Life of Love 1 John 3:1-3NLT Traits: gentleness, soft spoken, wisdom from above, every trait comes from God’s love. Concern, prayerful heart, sweet spirit, caring etc. Pray that God will help me to quit smoking! I asked him one question: “Do you think God ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Opportunity Or Debate? Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 29, 2022

The focus of this sermon is on the healing of the blind man by Jesus and the debate that surrounded it. It is also a reminder to believers that when it comes to ministry action is more important than debate.

Good morning. If you have your Bibles, why don’t you open up to the gospel of John 9:1. If you have been here for a while, you know we have been going through the book of John. We have been looking at the miracles and ministry of Jesus Christ. We just finished off chapter 8 which involved a ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-12, Proverbs 4:18

Denomination: Christian Church

Being A Man Of Conviction: Who Am I? What Do I Stand For?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 30, 2021

Who am I? What do I stand for? Today it seems like people have been brainwashed by consumerism. People don't necessarily have faiths they defend or causes they believe in anymore, they more so have favorite sports teams, favorite movies, and favorite foods.

Who am I? What do I stand for? Today it seems like people have been brainwashed by consumerism. People don't necessarily have faiths they defend or causes they believe in anymore, they more so have favorite sports teams, favorite movies, and favorite foods. Young people are obsessed with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Salvation Army

Kingdom Keys - Ezra Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on May 22, 2023

To fully restore our connection to God, we must become aware of our sins, admit them to another and act in a way which totally removes the sin and its tempters from our presence quickly. Any compromise robs us of a true connection to our God.

So maybe you’ve heard it said, ‘read your bible’ so you tried and failed. Our hope as leaders is that all of us will pick up God’s word and come to understand the true nature of God. After all, the bible is God’s Word curated over centuries detailing His nature, His will, the meaning of life and ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 9:1-7, Ezra 9:13-15, Ezra 10:1-2, Romans 3:21-24, Matthew 5:37, Ezra 10:12-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

" An Introduction To Mark's Gospel" Series

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 31, 2020

This is the first in a series on Mark's account of the life and ministry of the Lord Jesus Christ, focusing on the background, theme, purpose, and testimony of those who were changed by the message and compassion of Jesus, both then and now.

The Early Church Fathers (A.D. 100-400) affirm that John Mark, first introduced in the book of Acts as a traveling companion of the Apostle Paul and his associate Barnabas, was the author of the Gospel that bears his name. Acts also notes that Mark, young and immature, abruptly left Paul and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-13, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Acts 12:25, Acts 15:36-41, 2 Timothy 4:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Faithful Woman Tends To Jesus Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 18, 2022

Wherever we give care to Christ's little ones, a portion of the image of Christ remains imprinted on our souls.

A Faithful Woman Tends to Jesus (Those of us who have had the privilege and honor of a pilgrimage to the Holy Land always make Jerusalem part of the holy time. There, although the Jewish Temple has been replaced by a grand mosque, we can see the very places we read about in the New Testament, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:42, Matthew 26:12-14, Genesis 1:26-27, Romans 8:23

Denomination: Catholic

1 Thessalonians 4 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Jun 8, 2022

We witness to Christ everyday in how our words and actions show the hope we have within our hearts

This week we start the second oldest book in the New Testament as recorded in its publishing. We began with James on our year-long journey chronological study of the New Testament. Hence the reason we are calling this message series Chronos. It's a word that means “time.” We will be journeying ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1, 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8, 1 Thessalonians 4:9-12, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Matthew 24:36-37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Building God's Kingdom (9/17/2017)

Contributed by Pastor C Burns on Aug 17, 2022

Building God's Kingdom Requires Action

Building God’s Kingdom Requires Action 1st Corinthians 4:20 (NLT) For the Kingdom of God is not just a lot of talk; it is living by God’s power. Romans 14:17-18 (NLT) For the Kingdom of God is not a matter of what we eat or drink, but living a life of goodness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:20, Romans 14:17-18, Matthew 7:21, Matthew 6:33, Matthew 6:10, Joshua 1:8, 2 Timothy 2:15, 1 Peter 3:15, Matthew 25:31-46, Romans 10:14-15, Matthew 28:18-20, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11, Galatians 5:19-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith Is More Than A Feeling Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 1, 2024

The Bible defines faith as "the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen

As Christians, we often hear the phrase "just have faith." But what does it really mean to have faith? Is it just a feeling or an emotion? Or is it something more? The Bible defines faith as "the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen" (Hebrews 11:1). ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7, James 2:14-26

The Power Of Love: Understanding 1 John 3:16 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 3, 2024

1 John 3:16 is a verse that encapsulates the essence of the Christian faith—love demonstrated through sacrificial action.

The Power of Love: Understanding 1 John 3:16 Introduction Today, we delve into a powerful and transformative verse from the Apostle John's first letter. It’s a verse that encapsulates the essence of the Christian faith—love demonstrated through sacrificial action. Let's read together from ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16, John 15:13, Philippians 2:3-4, James 2:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Listening & Doing Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Believers should both hear and act on the Word of God. Those who listen and respond are blessed in their actions.

Ever had your parents ask you to do something, and you're like, 'Yeah, yeah, I heard you,' but then you never actually do it? It's like you heard the words, but they just didn't sink in. James is telling us that it's not enough to just hear God's Word; we've got to do something about it. Remember ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Topics: Divine Guidance, Spiritual Obedience, Faithful Actions, Biblical Teachings

Living In The Times: The Issachar Anointing

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jun 20, 2025

We live in a time of uncertainty—wars, disasters, moral decay, and trials seem to be on all sides. However, as believers, God has equipped us with the wisdom and strength to live faithfully in every season, trusting Him.

OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Narrative of the present Israel-Iran war. Narrative of the condition of the American church and what we must do. Discerning the times, knowing what to do and then taking action! INTRODUCTION: We live in a time of uncertainty—wars, disasters, moral decay, and trials seem to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 12:32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Who Remembers!

Contributed by Rev Silvester David on Jul 15, 2025

We serve a God who remembers us even when we forgets him conveniently.

Introduction:- The people of God lived in slavery in Egypt for 400 years. Their predicament was not caused by sin or disobedience to God unlike the second exile into Babylon (536BC). Whatever the reason could be, the children of God suffered much under the Pharaoh’s rule. They were tortured and ...read more

Make Jesus Visible, Make Jesus Audible

Contributed by Sunitha Justin on Oct 6, 2025

Have you ever noticed how much first impressions matter? Imagine you walk into a new room or meet someone at work for the first time.

MAKE JESUS VISIBLE, MAKE JESUS AUDIBLE Introduction Have you ever noticed how much first impressions matter? Imagine you walk into a new room or meet someone at work for the first time. Before you even get to explain who you are, people are already forming opinions based on how you act, how you ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:5-6

Denomination: Charismatic

The City Of Truth Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 6, 2010

The incentive of future blessings is held out to the present as reason for repenting and living a heart-emanating kind, compassionate and righteous life. So here we have the assurance of full kingdom blessing for Zion and Jerusalem.

ZECHARIAH 8:1-8 "THE CITY OF TRUTH" The remnant people have been told what disobedience to the Word of God had brought to pre-exiled Israel and what it would bring to them in chapter seven. In chapter eight they are told the glorious blessings of what repentance and obedience to the Word of ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 8:1-8

Denomination: Baptist