Sermons on Competition:

Accepting Your Personal Uniqueness

Contributed by Ronald Fair on Apr 4, 2001

Because I am the product of a unique creation, I can accept my personal uniqueness without either inferiority or superiority.

ACCEPTING YOUR PERSONAL UNIQUENESS Someone who are told not to be inferior swing from one extreme to another, from interior feelings to egotistical feelings. If man is not to feel inferior, neither is he to feel superior. Some people are possessed with illusions or grandeur, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:10

Denomination: Methodist

Are We There Yet

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Feb 15, 2008

Many Christians are waiting for a "perfect day" to reach out to others, but Jesus said the harvest is now.

Are We There Yet? Intr.: Illus. Thomas Huxley was going no where fast. 1. Have you ever heard (or said) the words “Are we there yet?” 2. Have you ever thought “where did the time go?” 3. Could it be we are rushing to something that we already have? Explanation: 1. Jesus meets a Samaritan woman ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-42

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Survey Says

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 6, 2008

Digital love may byte you in the end.

I have noticed that there are a lot of folks over 40 looking for a mate on the social networks. My son met his wife online and I am a Techie so I am not opposed to the concept. I will say y’all need to be careful. A lot of danger lurks on the web. I have learned over the years from my many degrees ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:27

Denomination: Baptist

The Centrality Of The Human Person In Development Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 20, 2010

We cannot ever forget that when we are planning any project, large or small, for development, that the whole person's development is the target.

February 22, 2010 Chair of St Peter Caritas in Veritate When Pope John XXIII released his encyclical Mater et Magistra, a letter that critiqued both socialism and unfettered capitalism, the late William Buckley, who rejected much of the Church’s social doctrine, famously wrote ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Catholic

Dads And Grads

Contributed by Ed Lu on Aug 15, 2013

A message for Dads and Grads

Fathers – we men are called to be made either strong enough for commercial use or good enough for residential purposes. Out in the world we are expected to be tough, made to last, competitive and impactful. Back at home, the essentials are gentleness, loving, caring and sensitive. So you can ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Matter Of Grace

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 9, 2011

We are saved by grace through faith.

A Matter of Grace January 17, 2010 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We are saved by grace through faith. Focus Passage: Romans 5:18-6:4 Supplemental Passage: Ephesians 2:8-9 Introduction: When Billy Graham was driving through a small southern town, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Pitfalls Of Leadership

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 2, 2013

There are certain things that a wise and Godly leader must avoid. The devil uses many demonic assignments to discourage and destroy Godly leaders. God has already provided the power of His Word and His Spirit to help leaders overcome their weaknesses

The Pitfalls of Leadership 1 Peter 5:8 - Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. There are certain things that a wise and Godly leader must avoid. The devil uses many demonic assignments to discourage and destroy Godly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8

Denomination: Charismatic

Every Economic Decision Has Moral Consequences Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 2, 2010

Our history shows the truth of the statement, every economic decision has moral consequences

January 4 2010 Caritas in Veritate St Elizabeth Ann Seton Yes, things are pretty bad today. But they could get worse, and today’s celebration and readings remind us that they have been worse. Jesus knew, with the arrest of John the Baptist, that time was short. He began urgently to preach the ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Gift Or Stick!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Sep 19, 2013

The flaming sword is reserved for stubborn sinners!

GIFT OR STICK! Genesis 3:24’So He drove out the man; and He placed cherubim at the east of the garden of Eden, and a flaming sword which turned every way, to guard the way to the tree of life.’ The noise my school kids make was just horrendous and unbearable! We threatened, punished, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

My Helper Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 29, 2012

While everything else may fail; His help, support and presence is everlasting.

Psalms 63:7”Because You have been my help, Therefore in the shadow of Your wings I will rejoice.” Stress, work pressure, late-night work, targets, projects, uncertainty, cut-throat ruthless competition and what not have severely wounded the spirits of people; the question now is what ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Deeds Of The Flesh

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 13, 2012

It is obvious when we walk by our own power.

Deeds of the Flesh February 24, 2008 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: It is obvious when we walk by our own power. Focus Passage: Galatians 5:16-21 Supplemental Passage: Galatians 5:19-21 It is obvious what kind of life develops out of trying to get ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Wisdom Of Looking Back Series

Contributed by Yewande Olowookere on Jan 24, 2022

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.

Wisdom is the principal thing in all thy getting get wisdom. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom James 3:13 Who is a wise man and endued with knowledge among you? let him shew out of a good conversation his works with meekness of wisdom. James 3:14 But if ye have bitter envying ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4

Fear No One (Twelfth Sunday In Ordinary Time)

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jun 19, 2020

No pandemic can overpower us because we have the gracious gift of Jesus with us.

Reflection 1. Fear no one: Today, Jesus says that fear no one. We live in constant fear of something. We read in the first reading, where Jeremiah says: “I hear the whisperings of many:       ‘Terror on every side!       Denounce! let us denounce him!’   ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 20:10-13, Romans 5:12-15, Matthew 10:28-33

Denomination: Other

Who You Work-In For

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Aug 27, 2018

True pleasure comes when our work is not for the pay, for ambition, to satisfy oneself or earthly overseers, but working for Christ.

Who You Work-in For Working As Unto The Lord The Bible says, "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving. Anyone who does wrong will ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Title: "triumph Found In Humility" Series

Contributed by Don Aldrich Tamayo on Jun 25, 2023

The unexpected triumph of Jesus' birth in a humble manger and emphasizes the divine purpose behind this choice. It encourages believers to recognize the small victories in their lives, persevere in faith, and find ultimate triumph through Jesus Christ.

Sermon Title: "Triumph Found in Humility" Introduction: Ladies and gentlemen, it is a great honor to stand before you today. Before I begin, I kindly ask that you bow your heads as we seek the Lord's guidance through prayer. Body: The Unexpected Triumph: a. Victory defined: Victory ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:4, Micah 5:2, Luke 2:7

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist