Sermons on Cookie Monster:

The Most Unpopular Word Series

Contributed by Jim Kilson on Nov 6, 2014

Part 8 of 8 in a series covering words in the Bible that are all too often overlooked or ignored.

INTRODUCTION: Have you ever heard a sermon that you didn’t like? When I ask this question let me clarify that I’m talking not about the quality of presentation, but the content of the message. A sermon you didn’t like because it convicted you of something that you knew to be out ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:3

Denomination: Christian Church

How To Be A Builder Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jul 18, 2016

God’s desire is for us to be builders of people (our family, fellow church members, co-workers, spouse, and kids). How can we do this? Let’s look at the negative example of the Pharisees and turn it into some positive principles.

How to Be a Builder (not a Bulldozer) Mark 7:1-23 Introduction: 1. At the time of Jesus’ ministry to Israel, the Pharisees and scribes were the religious leaders who knew about the true God, knew the Scriptures, and knew about the prophecies of a coming Christ. 2. They didn’t appear ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Bible Church

Give Thanks For All Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 26, 2019

Psalm 136 is a beautiful Psalm to read at the year-end and think of our own life and praise the Lord. Reasons are given why we need to praise Him and say that the Lord is Good.

Psalm 136 “Give Thanks” Introduction: This Psalm was probably composed by David and given to the Levites to sing every day (1 Chronicles 16:41) in the temple as a responsive Hymn. “Great Hallel” (Great Psalm of Praise): A solemn prayer of thanksgiving, it was sung traditionally at the ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

When It's Hard To Forgive

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 9, 2025

What is the hardest thing in the world to do? The answer comes back the same: the hardest thing in the world is to forgive. Yet this is what Jesus calls us to do.

Introduction – The Hardest Thing in the World What is the most difficult thing in the world to do? Some might say climbing Mount Everest, running an ultra-marathon, surviving cancer, or raising teenagers. But ask almost anyone — psychologists, pastors, ordinary people — and the answer will come ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:23-27

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Rebellion And Rest

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 2, 2024

The psalmist looks back at Israel’s history. He tells us that He wants us to hearken to His voice. Specifically, we must not harden our hearts.

The Rebellion in the Desert, and in Our Hearts The New Year 2024 is just a few days old, but one thing is pretty clear to me. Although we live on the juncture between two cities that each have noise and anti-fireworks ordinances, everyone agrees that the fireworks explosions heard as the old year ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:4-9, Hebrews 4:8-10

Denomination: Catholic

Evidence Of Spiritual Strength Series

Contributed by Michael Mays on Sep 14, 2021

Paul is wrapping up his encouragement letter to the Philippians by acknowledging their genuine concern for him, and by reminding them that circumstances have no power of his perspective--he knows that Christ in us is greater than any difficulty this world can produce.

I. Intro: GODZILLA MEAT! A. Want to be as strong as Godzilla?  Eat Godzilla Meat!  “Godzilla Meat—actually 3.5 ounces of corned beef from Tokyo toy maker Takara Company—is packaged with pictures of the stomping, fire-breathing, irradiated dinosaur made famous by movies that started ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Repent For The End Is Near

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Nov 26, 2009

Jesus told us no man knows the day or hour of his return - so why do we insist on speculating when the end will come? Jesus� emphasis to us is readiness.

REPENT, FOR THE END IS NEAR! (or is it?) TCF Sermon October 18, 2009 What do all these people have in common? Ronald Reagan, Jimmy Carter, George W. Bush, Barack Obama, Adolph Hitler, Pope John Paul II, Pope Benedict 16, Bill Gates, Prince Charles, John F. Kennedy, Henry Kissinger, Martin ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Crown Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 15, 2009

Dynamically interesting content! Summary of the period of the kings, w/ a special contrast of Saul, David, and Solomon. Wonderful visuals enhance a very helpful outline. Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

Crown I Samuel 8 2 part sermon on Saul and David during the times of the Kings. Both parts are here: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Crown.html Pt.1-Saul Israel decided they wanted to be a monarchy, not a theocracy. They wanted a king, not to be led by God. They wanted a visible leader. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Depravity Of Man Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Oct 19, 2002

Man is found guilty in God’s courtroom. 2 Messages revealing God’s case against man.

THE DEPRAVITY OF MAN ROMANS 3:9-20 An old preacher was dying. He sent a message for his Doctor and his Lawyer, both church members, to come to his home. When they arrived, they were ushered up to his bedroom. As they entered the room, the preacher held out his hands and motioned for them to sit ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-20

Christmas Is Over ... Now What?

Contributed by Bill Prater on Jan 3, 2001

When the SIGNS are no longer VISIBLE, does that mean that the SIGNIFICANCE of Christmas is no longer VALUABLE?

CHRISTMAS IS OVER...NOW WHAT? Luke 2:1-20 I have a bit of post-Christmas humor to share with you. It’s called "The Month After Christmas." ‘Twas the month after Christmas, and all through the house, nothing would fit me, not even a blouse. The cookies I’d nibbled, the fudge I did taste, all the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

What Would Santa Say? Series

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Oct 4, 2004

Sermon 1 of 4: What would Santa say about the way we celebrate Christmas today?

Luke 2:9-11 What Would Santa Say? The following sermon is credited to one Matthew Rogers has posted on SermonCentral under the same title. I very much enjoyed his message and personalized it for our church. Introduction For the next four Sunday mornings leading up to Christmas, I want to bring ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Praise Only

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 25, 2002

There are times when we should "praise only" in our prayers.

INTRO.- Listen to the prayers of some children. ILL.- Dear God: Please send a new baby for Mommy. The new baby you sent last week cries too much. Debbie, 7 - Dear God: This is my prayer. Could you please give my brother some brains? So far he doesn’t have any. Angela, 8 - Dear God: Please ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rejoice Anyway!

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Dec 15, 2002

Is your Christmas turning out to be less than ideal? So was the first one. Rejoice anyway!

The Christmas season is a time of celebration, a time of rejoicing. As the song tells us, "It’s the most wonderful time of the year!" And there are dozens more where that came from, Christmas songs exhorting us to rejoice and be of good cheer; songs like "Good Christian Men, Rejoice!" and, "We Wish ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:30-33

Denomination: Baptist

The Devil Made Me Do It

Contributed by Rick Kallstrom on Jan 28, 2003

This is a message about overcoming struggles, not the struggles that we face from without, but the struggles that we face from within, and winning the battle over temptation.

This morning we are going to be talking about overcoming struggles, not the struggles that we face from without, but the struggles that we face from within – today we want to talk about winning the battle over temptation. A mother told her son that he was not allowed to go swimming that day. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Would Jesus Say To Santa Claus

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Feb 26, 2002

The title says it all.

Well it won’t be long now. Just eight more days and it will be Christmas Eve and then we all know what happens then right? That’s right, Santa comes. Whether we like to admit it or not the primary figure in most homes this Christmas won’t be Jesus it will be Santa. And we can rant and rave about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Wesleyan