Sermons on Concern:

Jesus Is Still Passing By

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 20, 2022

Beggars would line the streets looking for assistance. Regardless of how urgent our circumstance may appear, if we call out to Jesus in faith, He will help us.

For those of you that might be interested, Matthew 20:29-34 and Mark 10:46-52 recant this same story. Beggars regularly lined up along the streets close to urban areas since that was the place where they had the option to contact the most people. Typically impeded somehow or another, they could ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:35-43

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Do Not Let Materialism Overtake Spirituality

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Dec 6, 2022

Developing spirituality is far more important than materialism

Do not let Materialism overtake Spirituality Mark 6:7-13 7 And He summoned the twelve and began to send them out in pairs, and gave them authority over the unclean spirits; 8 and He instructed them that they should take nothing for their journey, except a mere staff-- no bread, no bag, no money in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:7-13

Denomination: United Methodist

Doing Those Things That Please God, Part 2 (Matthew 6:18-34)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 18, 2024

This is a continuation of the teachings of the Lord Jesus gives in His "Sermon on the Mount" as written in Matthew 5-7.

After the Lord Jesus presented the "model prayer" (vv.9-15) as an aide in helping us talk to God the Father in love, devotion, and faith, He turned His attention to the issue of fasting or abstaining from food or a particular activity for a period of time as an act of worship and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 26:4, Isaiah 26:3, Jeremiah 17:7, Matthew 6:18-34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Justice & Fairness (Deuteronomy 25)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 10, 2025

The old covenant is not our covenant, but did God give Israel just and fair laws? Let's look at Deuteronomy 25.

Was God’s law concerned with fairness, animal welfare, just inheritances, and honest trade? How does modern justice compare? Let’s look at Deuteronomy 25. Was there a punishment that deserved forty lashes in ancient Israel? Would that deter certain crimes today? When people have a dispute, they ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Study Of The History Of The End Of The World, Part 1

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on May 31, 2023

The Study Of The History Of The End Of The World, Part 1

Deep within their hearts and minds, a significant number sense that the world is careening towards something that is both catastrophic yet wondrous all at the same time. Not exactly sure of what that is, many attempt to get a handle on this feeling of apprehensive expectation by conceptually ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Isaiah's Encounter With The Holiness Of God (Isaiah 6:1-8)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jun 4, 2024

Isaiah receives a vision of the LORD God Almighty in HIs glory and splendor. He recognizes himself for the sinner that he is, yet God commissions him to be His prophet. This is an encounter of reverence, fear, and service.

The events described in Chapter 6 of Isaiah occur early in the life of the prophet. We read in verse 1 that King Uzziah had died after a reign of fifty-two years. He is also referred to Azariah. He was a king who walked in the ways of the LORD until he tried to offer incense in the Temple, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8, Habakkuk 1:13, Revelation 4:8, Revelation 15:4, Habakkuk 2:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Is The Christmas Season Orderly

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 10, 2024

As Christians, we are called to base our lives upon facts. As we approach Christmas, we are called upon to understand it biblically. Praise the Lord we have a record preserved for us. It’s ordered so that we may know we have eternal life.

Background to passage: Luke probably wrote his gospel at the request of Paul sometime in the early 60s, possibly while Paul was imprisoned in Caesarea. Paul needed a more gentile friendly gospel, and Luke had a opportunity to talk to many eyewitnesses during the two years that Paul was in Israel. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Is The Merciful

Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Aug 28, 2024

“Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy” (Matt. 5:7, ESV).

Father in heaven, hallowed is Your holy name. We patiently wait for Your kingdom to come and Your will to be done on earth as in heaven. I thank You, Lord, for calling me to Your Ministry of Reconciliation. Lord, renew the spirit of everyone called by Your name, encouraging them to pursue Your holy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7, Romans 11:30, Numbers 23:19

Denomination: Other

The Cost Of The Cross

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on May 4, 2025

There is a cost involved in everything we do. It even cost us something to follow Jesus and yes, there is a cost even for The Cross

Introduction: Counting the Cost Some things in life are easy to say but harder to live out. I remember a young firefighter in training. He was passionate, excited, and couldn’t wait to get out there and fight fires. But during a live burn drill, the flames got hotter than he expected, the smoke ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Genesis Chapter Sixteen Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jan 30, 2023

These are thoughts on Genesis Chapter Sixteen. In his work, "What does every Bible chapter say..." John Hunt gives an overview of each chapter of the Bible. It is my intention to do the same thing here.

GENESIS CHAPTER SIXTEEN OVERVIEW Overall what is happening in this chapter is Sarai gives Hagar her handmaid to Abram to have a child. Thomas Coke (1801) – Genesis 16 Sarai, being barren, gives Hagar her handmaid to Abram: whom afterwards she treats hardly, having been despised by her. The angel ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When I Am Content Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Feb 3, 2023

Life has many up and downs, and the nature of man desires to have plenty of time after time. Knowing whether a person or believer is content is complicated and confusing.

WHEN I AM CONTENT? Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije- Misigaro Joel, February 10, 2023 “Not that I speak in regard to need, for I have learned in whatever state I am, to be happy. Philippians 4:11... Life has many up and downs, and the nature of man desires to have plenty of time after time. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Meditation On The Word: Lectio Divina And Moravian Daily Text Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 6, 2023

This sermon focuses on using the Bible as a foundation for prayer.

March 1, 2023 Lent 2023 Lenten Sermon Series on Prayer Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Psalm 119:105; Romans 10:17 Meditation on the Word: Lectio Divina and Moravian Daily Text Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:105, Romans 10:17

Denomination: Lutheran

Be Encouraged Series

Contributed by Godday Osoba on Aug 3, 2023

Encouragement is something that you must build yourself with. You do not have to live in a world of hurt and doubt. You don’t have to live alone. You don’t have to weep in solitude.

When life is tiring, when you are struggling with your sin, when family members aren’t saved, when bills aren’t paid, when school is difficult, when work is exhausting, when your health is failing, when your loved ones are hurt, when the future is unsure, and when a good friend leaves, it is easy ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:1-5, 1 Samuel 30:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Case Of Job: Divine Justice Revealed (Outline) Series

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Sep 15, 2023

In the depths of suffering, Job's story illuminates the enigma of divine justice. Join us as we explore life's profound questions and seek solace in God's mysterious ways.

I. Introduction In today's first sermon of our series, we'll establish the groundwork by introducing you to the major actors in this cosmic drama and the primary query that runs through the whole book of Job: Why do awful things happen to good people? We will go through the first few verses ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Making Choices With God's Help Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 27, 2023

What is God's will for your life?

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Begin by realizing God has a plan/purpose for your life. “I have a plan for your life for good and not evil” (Jeremiah 29:11, ELT). 2. Then realize God has right choices for you. “Let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will know ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Baptist