Sermons on Contribute:

Bless The Lord, O My Soul Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 9, 2023

Psalm 103:1 reminds us to praise the Lord with our whole being, to offer wholehearted worship, and to never forget His blessings, including forgiveness and healing.

"Bless the Lord, O My Soul" Introduction: Today, we delve into the timeless words of Psalm 103:1 from the New Living Translation: "Let all that I am praise the Lord; with my whole heart, I will praise his holy name." Point 1: A Call to Worship with Our Whole Being Scripture: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1, Psalm 103:2, Psalm 103:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Do You Explain All The Terrible Things That Are Happening In The World? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 4, 2023

The existence of terrible things happening in the world is a complex and challenging aspect of our human experience. We seek to understand this in light of our beliefs about God, the fallen nature of humanity, and the presence of evil.

How do you explain all the terrible things that are happening in the world? The existence of terrible things happening in the world is a complex and challenging aspect of our human experience. We seek to understand this in light of our beliefs about God, the fallen nature of humanity, and the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, Revelation 21:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Chosen Ones And The Jealousy Of Others Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 23, 2025

In the workplace, it's not uncommon for individuals who stand out from the crowd to attract attention – both positive and negative.

In the workplace, it's not uncommon for individuals who stand out from the crowd to attract attention – both positive and negative. As believers, we know that we're chosen by God for a purpose, and this can sometimes lead to jealousy from others. Let's explore this phenomenon through a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:18

Development

Contributed by Adam Green on Jun 18, 2025

Blind bartimaeus

Exodus 15:13 BY YOUR LOYAL LOVE YOU WILL LEAD THE PEOPLE WHOM YOU HAVE REDEEMED AND YOU WILL GUIDE THEM BY YOUR STRENGTH IN YOUR HOLY DWELLING PLACE Baribus, in Luke 18:35, a random individual in the bible is slightly mentioned, without an ancestral background, career, family, or education notes. ...read more

The Market Place

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Aug 3, 2013

The marketplace touches virtually every person on the earth and this includes the church. The church cannot ignore what goes on in the world and should position itself to be effective in society as a whole which includes the marketplace.

The Market Place When we refer to the marketplace in this book, we mean: * the world of business, trade, and economics * the world of commercial activity where goods and services are bought and sold * an area in a town where a public mercantile establishment is set up * where goods and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:29

Denomination: Charismatic

What About Gambling!

Contributed by Robert Fleener on Jan 11, 2001

What does the Bible have to say to Christians about gambling?

"WHAT ABOUT GAMBLING ?" July 18, 1999 SOME KEY FACTS — USA - $639 spent annually on legalized gambling. Sharpest increase in gambling is among senior citizens. In CA, 40% of lottery tickets are bought by the unemployed. The casinos’ most profitable day is Sunday. The casinos’ busiest ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:8

Denomination: Baptist

A Vision For A Great Work Series

Contributed by David Blizzard on Feb 10, 2001

GOING FORWARD WITH A VISION

A VISION FOR A GREAT WORK – NEH. 2:11-20 Review Nehemiah 1-2 – He was involved in the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem. It was not just a project but it was about people. Nehemiah has chosen not to just live comfortable and let his people suffer. He left the King’s court and was willing to be ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

"You Are The Church" Series

Contributed by Blake Carroll on Sep 14, 2001

We as saved individuals make up the body of Christ.

Title: “You Are The Church” Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:9-13 Introduction: A lovely building is not a church. All the beams, joists, decking, pews, seats, pulpit furniture, carpet, fixtures, woodwork, organ, piano, speaker system, chalkboards, easels, and podiums do not make ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

So You Wanna Go Out Series

Contributed by Randy Harp on Feb 5, 2002

Part one of Dating 101 (Guidelines for Dating)

Dating 101 So You Wanna Go Out Where does the term “dating” come from? 1. The Bible NEVER mentions the word dating · Couples got together from their parents arranging them to be together (forever) · Couples got together from a dad trading his daughter for money, property or goats 2. Dating ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Baptist

Change Is Not A Four Letter Word

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Aug 16, 2005

Unless we are willing to be transformed into that which is good and acceptable and perfect to God our worship is in vain.

Romans 12: 1 – 8 Change Is Not A “Four” Letter Word Intro: You may be intrigued by the fact that you were given a teabag as you entered worship today. --- Remember the last time you were given something in worship by me? I asked you to take a silver dollar and turn it in $100,000. And now I’ve ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Secret Of Contentment Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 3, 2001

THE SECRET OF CONTENTMENT IS TO BALANCE REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS OF SELF WITH LOFTY HOPE IN THE LORD

BIG IDEA: THE SECRET OF CONTENTMENT IS TO BALANCE REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS OF SELF WITH LOFTY HOPE IN THE LORD I. (:1) REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS OF SELF A. Humility in Attitude 1. How I think about myself “O Lord, my heart is not proud” not being puffed up with a sense of my own importance 2. How I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 131:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

E Pluribus Unum, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 16, 2008

E Pluribus Unum- out of many, one. This was the heart of Jesus that his church might come together as one

E Pluribus Unum Part 2 Opening 1. We learned last week that… a. E Pluribus Unum- (EE PLOOR-uh-buhs YOOU-nuhm)- b. Jesus talked us becoming Heis in John 17:20-23 Gr. #1520- Heis- (Hice) that they may be ONE c. Incredible success & strength comes from working and contributing ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-23

Denomination: Mennonite

Fertilize Man Fertilize

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jun 24, 2010

Want go want to grow fertilize.

FERTILIZE MAN FERTILIZE Matt. 16:18And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. Five things that will help you in growing your church. 1. Be Organized Eph.4:14That ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Baptist

God Moved Into The Neighbourhood

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 15, 2011

A very short talk given to a few hundred school children aged between 5 and 9 plus a lot of their parents, at the Buttsbury Schools Year 1 to 4 Christmas Carol concerts at Christ Church.

(Note to the reader - I will begin by showing a brief 1 minute video about why Christmas is special, with contributions from young children, in which they say that Jesus came to live with us because he loves everybody, because he wanted us to be good not bad, to fix the problems we were having, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Anglican

Imitate Christ In Your Concern Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Aug 2, 2007

As we are spiritually transformed by God’s Holy Spirit (Romans 12:1-2) we will show the evidence. Romans 14 shows that we will imitate Christ in our Concern for others.

IMITATE CHRIST IN YOUR CONCERN Romans 14:1-23 I. Genuine Acceptance (vs. 1-4) A. No Reservations 1. The weak in faith here is seen to be those who held to OT traditions and trappings of the Law 2. Romans 15:1 – Paul includes himself in the “WE” there, indicating that the strong in faith are those ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-23

Denomination: Baptist