Sermons on Contentions And Divisions:

A Cup Of Cold Water PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Emphasize the importance of hospitality, welcoming Jesus into our lives, and the rewards that come from offering kindness and compassion to others.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a passage from the book of Matthew that teaches us about the power of hospitality, the blessing of welcoming Jesus, and the reward of offering a cup of cold water. As Henri Nouwen once said, "Hospitality means primarily the creation of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:40-42

Topics: Hospitality

The Gifts Of The Holy Spirit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2023

This sermon explores the spiritual gifts bestowed by the Holy Spirit, emphasizing their purpose as tools for service and glorifying God. Key

Good morning, brothers and sisters. It's a joy to be with you all today, as we open our hearts and minds to the wisdom of God's Word. Today, we will be turning our attention to a passage that speaks to the very core of our Christian identity, a passage that illuminates the divine gifts that the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Topics: Grace, Holy Spirit

Conscience And Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 16, 2023

This sermon explores acceptance, faith, judgment, and our belonging to the Lord, emphasizing Christ as our King in life and death.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to be here with you today, in the presence of our Lord, to share a message from His Word. We are gathered here, not as strangers or acquaintances, but as brothers and sisters in Christ, bound together by a love that surpasses understanding. Before we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-9

Topics: Conscience

Astounding Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 24, 2024

Explores the authority of Jesus, the application of His teachings in our lives, and understanding differences through His wisdom.

Good morning, beloved congregation. I am so pleased to see each of you here today, and I am truly grateful for the opportunity to share the Word of God with you. We are gathered here, not merely by chance, but by divine appointment. Our hearts are open, our spirits are willing, and we stand ready ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Topics: Authority, Teaching

The God Who Sees Me PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 28, 2024

This sermon explores God's all-seeing nature, using Hagar's story to illustrate how God sees and understands our individual struggles, failures, joys, and victories.

Greetings, dear friends. It is a joy to gather with you again, in this place of fellowship and faith, united by the love of our Savior. We stand here, not as individuals, but as a family, bound by the grace of God that transcends our earthly understanding. Today, we gather to consider a powerful ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:13

Topics: Ishmael

From The Ashes - Sacrifice (Palm Sunday) Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of sacrifice in Christianity, comparing the temporary forgiveness granted through animal sacrifices in the Old Testament to the eternal redemption offered by Jesus' sacrifice on the cross, and encourages believers to live sacrificially in gratitude for this redemption.

Today, we’re going to be talking about the sacrifice of Jesus and the impact his humble actions have had on all humankind. To illustrate the idea of sacrifice I want to share a story with you from the trenches of World War II. “John Robert Fox was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, in May 1915. By all ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-14

Topics: Sacrificial Life, Eternal Redemption, Overcoming Sin

Sermon Series: From The Ashes

Some Things We Need To Learn..

Contributed by Phil Dyar on Jun 4, 2003

IN THE BOOK OF PHILIPPIANS WE FIND SOME THINGS WE ALL NEED TO LEARN.

PHILIPPIANS, 4;11 SAYS, NOT THAT I SPEAK IN RESPECT OF WANT ;FOR I HAVE LEARNED IN WHATSOEVER STATE I AM, THEREWITH TO BE CONTENT.TEXT KJV. TITLE, SOME THINGS WE NEED TO LEARN. 1.WE NEED TO LEARN TO STAND. PHIL.4;1,THEREFORE MY BRETHREN DEARLY BELOVED AND LONGED FOR MY JOY AND CROWN,SO ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-19

Living The Truly Good Life

Contributed by Brian Kluth on Feb 15, 2007

Ways to Rise Above the Pull of Materialism Highlights from 1 Timothy

1) A goal to strive for: Godliness with contentment 1 Tim 6:6,8 Godliness (=devoted to Christ living) with contentment (=satisfaction) is great gain… if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that. Luke 12:15 (Jesus said) "Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sacred Altars

Contributed by Allen James on Oct 19, 2009

Often times when we think of a sacred altar we focus more on being in the right place rather than being God’s person who is filled with God’s presence.

Sacred Altars • Ezra 1:1-4, 2:1-2, 3:1-7 OPENING IDEA: Where are your Sacred Spaces in life? WEDDING. SIGN. LIFE EVENT. FOOTBALL STADIUM. CAMP. CEMETERY. We often return to these sacred spaces to revisit and/or sometimes to rebuild or resurrect the memory or even that place in life. Feel like ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

From Egypt To Heaven - Part Ii Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 6, 2001

A study of the exodus

THE FIRST NINE PLAGUES At the end of Exodus chapter 2 we’re told: “Now it came about in the course of those many days that the king of Egypt died. And the sons of Israel sighed because of the bondage, and they cried out, and their cry for help because of their bondage rose up to God. So God ...read more

Denomination: Orthodox

What Women Wish Men Knew About Them Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 16, 2008

This sermon is based on the "5 Love Needs of Men and Women" by Gary and Barb Rosberg

What Women Wish Men Knew About Women Ephesians 5:25-28 In the story of the creation of Adam and Eve, we find 3 things are evident.
First of all, men and women are different! It’s no mistake. God created men and women to be different. We think differently. We do things differently And we look ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-28

Denomination: Methodist

The Apathetic Believer Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 24, 2009

There are believers in the fellowship of the church that kill the fellowship and steal the joy of the congregation by NOT doing what they are called to do!

Sermon Brief Date Written: August 04, 2009 Date Preached: August 09, 2009 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: Murder and Robbery in the Fellowship! Sermon Title: The Apathetic Believer! Sermon Text: 1 Cor 9:19-27 [HCSB] Introduction: About 3:20 AM on March ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Weapon God Supplies Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 8, 2009

The words of the Word are the sword God has given to each Christian to defend the territory assigned. We must learn the Word and employ the Word, if we will successfully resist the evil one.

“Take … the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.” God’s Word is the sole weapon provided to His people to enable them to fulfil His charge to stand firm on the ground that He won through sacrifice. Whenever we think of the Bible, we seldom think of it in militaristic terms. However, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Denomination: Baptist

Words Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 26, 2014

1) The Speech of Prayer(Colossians 4:2), 2) The Speech of Proclamation (Colossians 4:3–4) , 3) The Speech of Performance (Colossians 4:5), and 4) The Speech of Perfection (Colossians 4:6).

In an ancient story, it is said that Bios, a wise man of ancient Greece, was sent an animal to sacrifice. He was instructed to send back to the donor the best and worst parts of the animal. He sent the donor the tongue. The tongue is indeed the best and worst of humanity. In Colossians ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Other

Jesus' D-Day Invasion Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jun 7, 2016

Luke shows us two very different ways in handling evil/s in our world/lives +The people of Gerasenes who believed in the philosophy of Tolerance and Maintenance +Jesus who believed in the ministry of Transformation and making Disciples

Scripture: Luke 8:26 -39; Psalms 42 and Isaiah 65:1-9 Theme: Jesus' D-Day Invasion In this passage we see two very different approaches in dealing with sin/evil in our world and in our lives: 1. We see the community's (Gerasenes) philosophy of TOLERANCE and MAINTENANCE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Nazarene