Sermons on Consoles:

The Miserable Son And The Maddened Sibling

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 24, 2022

Was the miserable son wasteful? Why did the father not punish the young son, if he deserved it? Was the maddened son self-centered and resentful?

Verses 11 – 19: Was the miserable son wasteful? The young son’s portion of the property was 33% (Deuteronomy 21:17). By and large, he would have gotten this at his father’s death, although fathers in some cases decided to split their property early and resign from dealing with the estates. What is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Come, Lord Jesus! Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 2, 2024

Based on Revelation 22:20-21 - Challenges hearers to consider how to live their lives in light of the imminent return of Christ.

“COME, LORD JESUS!” Revelation 22:20-21 FBCF – 12/31/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – God has always had a plan. - Plan for Creation - Plan to deal w/ Satan’s accusations - Plan for the liberation of His chosen people - Plan for our consolation when we are hurting - Plan for preparation of Jesus’ coming ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:20-21, Revelation 22:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Empathy: Transformed By Compassion Romans 12:15 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 25, 2024

In Romans 12:15, the apostle Paul exhorts believers to enter into the joys and sorrows of others — to rejoice with the joyful and weep with the sorrowful. This directive embodies the transformative power of empathy rooted in God's love.

The Power of Empathy: Transformed by Compassion Romans 12:15 Romans 12:15 (NLT): "Be happy with those who are happy, and weep with those who weep." Introduction: Today, we explore the profound call to empathy and compassion as followers of Christ. In Romans 12:15, the apostle Paul ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:15, 1 Corinthians 12:26, Philippians 2:2-4, Job 2:11, John 11:35, Colossians 3:12-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Word In Season

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 6, 2023

In this verse, the Lord gives his servant a learned tongue so that he will know how to speak a word in season to the weary.

“The Lord God has given Me the tongue of the learned, that I should know how to speak a word in season to him who is weary. He awakens Me morning by morning, He awakens My ear to hear as the learned.” Isaiah 50:4 In this verse, the Lord gives his servant a learned tongue so that he will know how ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:4

O Ye His Saints.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 1, 2023

Saints are humble folks who revere the Lord.

O YE HIS SAINTS. Psalm 34:1-10, Psalm 34:22. David was ‘on the run’ from king Saul. Mistakenly thinking that he might find refuge with the Philistines, he only escaped from their clutches by feigning madness (cf. 1 Samuel 21:10-15). Then he hid in a cave. Knowing that David was in this place, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-10, Psalm 34:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Funeral Sermon: Resting In The Arms Of The Shepherd Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 5, 2025

Psalm 23 is a psalm of comfort and assurance. It speaks of a Shepherd who provides, protects, and leads His sheep—not only in life but also through death and beyond.

FUNERAL SERMON: RESTING IN THE ARMS OF THE SHEPHERD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 23:1-4 (KJV) 1 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Does The Bible Say About Working Hard?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 26, 2024

Physical walls and Spiritual walls. Which, if either, do we work on the most?

Many years prior to Nehemiah’s time, the Northern Kingdom had been conquered and many were taken captive to other lands. The conquering nation introduced prisoners from other lands, which led to intermarriage with the few Israelites. This blending of the races produced the people known as the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

No Shortcuts

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 18, 2025

Do the right thing. There are no shortcuts when serving God.

No Shortcuts Late one night, a man had gone to a party and had too much to drink, so he decided it would be best to walk home. He found a shortcut through a poorly lit cemetery and, in the darkness, stumbled into an open grave. He repeatedly tried to climb out, but the walls were too slippery, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Exemption By Covenant Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 5, 2025

Divine exemption is guaranteed to those who are in covenant relationship with God, for His covenant is sure, unbreakable, and everlasting.

EXEMPTION BY COVENANT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 17:1-9 Key Verse: “And I will establish my covenant between me and thee and thy seed after thee in their generations for an everlasting covenant, to be a God unto thee, and to thy seed after thee.” (Genesis 17:7) Supporting Texts: ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Community Thanksgiving

Contributed by R Duane Gryder on Nov 16, 2000

This message is a thanksgiving for unity plus a call to unity in purpose to reach the lost.

Community Thanksgiving Service 2000 INTRODUCTION: I am Thankful to be the speaker I hope I will be Thankful after the sermon that I have not embarrassed my church or my self I am Thankful that we only elect presidents once every four years I am Thankful that teenagers will grow up ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Auction Of Temptation Series

Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Nov 13, 2003

Sermon 2 in series You Need A Hug -Comfort in the Changes of Life

The Auction of Temptation- Sermon 2: Series: You Need A Hug - Comfort In The Changes of Life Song 7:10 Luke 22:31 Introduction: One aspect of our consolation in Christ is that He knew what it was to be tempted of the devil. One impressive feature of His temptation is His willingness to be assailed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31, Song of Songs 7:10

Denomination: Baptist

Only God Knows How

Contributed by Keith Shuler on Nov 3, 2002

God’s plan include; peace, welfare, a future and the ability to hope again despite how present circumstances may be

Only God Knows How Jeremiah 29:10-14 In our society many people are wondering what’s going to happen next. People are making fortunes attempting to predict the future. They’ve made some of their money off Christians.. Cleo, the Jamaican born Floridian, has made countless millions off people in ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Why On Earth Does The Church Exist ? Part 1 Series

Contributed by Mike Turner on Sep 14, 2003

First of a five part series dealing with the question...."Why On Earth Does The Church Exist ?"

Why On Earth Does The Church Exist ? Part 1 of 5 John 3:30 Romans 15:5-6, 1 Cor 6:19-20, 1 Cor 10:31, 2 Thess. 1:11-12 It took 200 years to build and 700 years later work continues to be done to correct the errors in construction. The building will probably still topple despite efforts to save ...read more

Scripture: John 3:30, Romans 15:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Essence Of Unity

Contributed by Joshua Brady on Aug 26, 2004

We as children of God need to set aside all differences and opinions that we might have towards one another and we need to bind together in love and in unity and we need to call out the name of Jesus.

“The Essence of Unity” Ephesians 4:1-13 - What Does Unity Mean? – A) Definition for Unity: Oneness, harmony, agreement. 1) Oneness means just what it says, “ONE”. Now one may consist of more than one thing like for instance a car is made up by hundreds of different parts but just because it has ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Finding Encouragement Through Discouraging Times

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 12, 2004

When you’re depressed, remember to take advantage of the spiritual antidepressants in the words of Jesus. Find your joy, hope, and friendship in the Lord Jesus and speak against the sadness that seeks to steal your joy.

Finding Encouragement Through Discouraging Times (John 15:11-15:13)"These things I have spoken to you so my joy may be in you." Illustration: David strengthened himself in the Lord his God. --1 Samuel 30:6 Talking to oneself is something many people ridicule in others and vow they’ll never do ...read more

Scripture: John 15:11-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational