Sermons on Contingent:

Let Us Adore Him PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 5, 2023

Encourages embracing faithfulness, experiencing the freedom of forgiveness, and building lives on the foundation of God's love.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters. It is indeed a pleasure to gather together in this sacred space, sharing in the warmth of fellowship and the joy of worship. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our hearts are stirred, our spirits are eager, and our minds are open to ...read more

Topics: Genuine Relationship, God

It's Personal PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 14, 2023

This sermon encourages believers to perceive, pursue, and preserve a personal, intimate relationship with God, which will guide and shape their lives.

Good day, dear friends, and welcome once again to our shared space of faith and fellowship. We gather here, not as strangers passing in the night, but as brothers and sisters, united by a common bond that transcends the ordinary. Today, we stand on the precipice of a profound revelation, an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Topics: Personal Relationship

It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 16, 2023

This sermon emphasizes the importance of humility in faith and reflects on the significance of Jesus's birth and His role as Emmanuel, our Savior.

Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering where we come together in unity and love, bound by the unbreakable thread of faith. We gather, not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters in Christ, sharing in the joy and peace that His love brings. We are here to seek comfort, wisdom, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Topics: Christmas, Salvation, Emmanuel

Christmas: Let It Be According To Your Word PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023

This sermon encourages us to emulate Mary's humble obedience to God, trust in His blessings, and openness to His divine promises.

Greetings, my beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather here today, under the watchful gaze of our Heavenly Father, let's take a moment to appreciate the grace and love that binds us together. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. God has a message for us today, a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:38

Topics: Let It Be

Fighting Fear With Faith In God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 15, 2024

Explores how to face fear with faith, standing firm in God's presence, and finding strength and peace in His promises.

Good morning, beloved congregation. Isn't it a joy to be here today, gathered together in the house of the Lord, ready to immerse ourselves in His word and wisdom? Today, we find ourselves on the cusp of an enlightening discourse, a discourse that will shed light on the profound depths of the book ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:9-14

Topics: New Year, Old Fear

And This Is My Prayer PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024

This sermon explores discerning God's direction, delighting in His righteousness, and displaying His glory as key aspects of our Christian walk, using Philippians 1:9-11 as a guide.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is always a joy to gather with you in this sacred place where we come together to worship the One who has called us out of darkness into His marvelous light. Today, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a profound spiritual truth, a truth that will ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-11

Topics: Choose Joy, Living A Life Worthy

Prophets Or Not PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 29, 2024

Explores the prophetic purpose in God's plan, the role of prophets as His mouthpiece, and the fulfillment of their predictions.

Welcome, beloved friends, to this blessed gathering where we come together to bask in the warmth of God's word. It's a joy to see you all, a testament to the unity and strength that we share in our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here today to delve into the depths of the divine, to uncover the treasures ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:15

Topics: Prophets

This Is Love PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 5, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of God's perfect love, encouraging believers to live within it, casting out fear and reshaping their lives.

Good morning, beloved friends. We gather here today, hearts brimming with anticipation, eager to receive the Word of God afresh. We find ourselves in the comforting embrace of community, united in faith, bound by the shared love of our Heavenly Father. And it is love, the divine love of God, we ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16-18

Topics: Perfect Love, Frees, Soul

Woman, Behold Your Son! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 27, 2024

This sermon explores the profound, sacrificial, and unconditional love of Jesus, as exemplified in His care for His mother and His disciple.

Good morning, church family. As we gather here today under the grace of our Lord, our hearts beat in unison with the rhythm of His love. It is a love that is ceaseless, a love that is unending, a love that is as vast as the universe and as intimate as a whispered prayer. Today, we're going to look ...read more

Scripture: John 19:26-27

Topics: Mother's Love

Freed PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 8, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of faith, the fulfillment found in spiritual freedom, and the courage to face the future fearlessly with God. Key

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is a joy to gather with you today, to stand in this sacred space, surrounded by the love and fellowship that binds us together as one body in Christ. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment, united in our shared calling to seek ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Topics: Freedom

Reasons For Believing In God

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 27, 2006

Purpose is too fold 1) To help us communicate the reality of God to others “But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gent

This morning I’m going to begin a series entitled “Faith Has It’s Reasons.” Several months ago…a discussion with the staff encouraged me to do a series of Sunday morning messages addressing the common questions that are posed in regard to knowing God. Purpose is too fold 1) To help us communicate ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Some Things Never Change

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Oct 19, 2011

Though things in this life are changeable - our great God never changes - a sermon examining the immutability of God

10 Years Later: Some Things Never Change TCF Sermon September 25, 2011 In the days surrounding two weeks ago today, September 11, we were bombarded with several days of remembering what happened 10 years ago on that date. You couldn’t turn on a TV set, open a newspaper, turn on the radio, ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Wise Wife

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Dec 26, 2005

At our Christmas Eve service each year I tell a silly story which deals with an aspect of the Christmas story. This one has to do with the wisemen.

There are lots of wisemen legends that have been perpetuated over the years. For example, it doesn’t say anywhere in the Bible that three kings visited Jesus bearing gifts. It’s just not there! First of all, they were “magi” or “wisemen” – perhaps astrology scholars – not kings – at least in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: *other

How To Become A Holy Church

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 29, 2004

A call to personal Holiness from God’s perspective

"But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: "Be holy, because I am holy." (1 Peter 1:15-16 NIV) God has called His sanctified Bride, the Church, to be holy (1 Cor 1:2). He has commanded that we "consecrate" or keep ourselves apart ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:15-16, Hebrews 10:10, Matthew 5:1-12, Revelation 2:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Courage

Contributed by Marianne Unger on Sep 29, 2003

People of great courage.

Courage Daniel 6:1-28 (Begin with “Daddy’s Day At School”) Although our lectionary readings for today focus on the theme of marriage and family, I’ve decided to respond to a request I received last Sunday from the “Wish List” cards to prepare and deliver a sermon about courage. When I reflect on ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: *other