Sermons on covid mandates:

Coping With The Coronavirus

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 30, 2020

In the midst of our problems, let’s pause, pivot and praise God!

Coping with the Coronavirus Psalm 46 Rev. Brian Bill March 28-29, 2020 In the sermon I preached in the days right after 9/11, I referenced a question from former NATO Supreme Commander General Wesley Clark after the towers tumbled and parts of the Pentagon were pulverized. Here’s what he asked: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Greater

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Mar 30, 2020

Be still & know that I Am God! Those words ring out throughout this pandemic!

Sermon - God is greater! - As the spread of the Corona Virus was first taking off, I saw something I had forgotten. - A lack of faith & judgement towards those who have faith. - Vice President Pence said Let’s pray about this virus, & immediately he was shunned. - The thoughts ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 10:1-6, Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Are We Ready To Wait For God's Time, Season?

Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on Aug 13, 2020

We are in lockdown for the last few months. Covid-19 hunts us and ruins our lives. Are we not frustrated with God? Are we not upset with God?

Are we ready to wait for God's time, season? Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, We are in lockdown for the last few months. Covid-19 hunts us and ruins our lives. Are we not frustrated with God? Are we not upset with God? We question: why did God bring this pandemic into the world? ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:35, Luke 6:12, Matthew 14:23, Luke 5:16, Luke 4:42, Luke 9:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Peace In The Midst Of A Pandemic

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 14, 2020

If this year has taught us anything as Christians it is that this world may not be as stable as we once thought. So how are Christians to respond to a world in the midst of a pandemic?

Peace in the Midst of a Pandemic Just over a year ago I retired as the pastor of FBC Vilonia, boy did I pick the year. 2020 is cer-tainly not a year that any of us is likely to forget. The year of a “pandemic” – ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:4

Denomination: Baptist

Sowing Seeds Of Kindness During The Coronavirus Epidemic

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 6, 2020

We have an interesting year coming up. 2021 promises to be polarizing as individuals dig into their own personal opinions concerning the virus, masks, the vaccine, our Presidential election and the list goes on. Our talk today is centered around being kind throughout.

Text: Titus 3:1-7 Introduction: We have an interesting year coming up. 2021 promises to be polarizing as individuals dig into their own personal opinions concerning the virus, masks, the vaccine, our Presidential election and the list goes on. o Now, more than ever, the Church needs to ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-7, Proverbs 15:1, Proverbs 25:15, Proverbs 31:26, Exodus 2:16-22, Ruth 2:16, 2 Samuel 9:1, Luke 10:35, Acts 16:33, Acts 28:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

The Secret To Making A Difference During A Pandemic

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 8, 2020

Many organizations plateaued or lost momentum this year, budgets are tight. The future is unclear. Yet our desire is still to be successful ministry and fulfill God’s call on our lives. The disciples in John 15 faced a similar situation.

Sermon: The Secret to Making a Difference During a Pandemic John 15:1-17 During this season, months in a pandemic, increasing unemployment, rampant sickness and death, and on top of that, trying to do virtual ministry, it is hard to gage my success. Am I being successful or just spinning my wheels? ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17, John 14:12, John 14:14

Denomination: Methodist

Safety Valve

Contributed by Bala Samson on May 12, 2021

No weapon that is formed against you will prosper!

Safety valve Isaiah 54:17"No weapon that is formed against you will prosper; And every tongue that accuses you in judgment you will condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, And their vindication is from Me," declares the LORD.” I just don’t know how that happens but ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Call To Rebuild

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Aug 19, 2021

God is calling the church to rebuild after the Corona Virus pandemic lock-downs. But amidst the challenges, it takes uncommon trust and surrender to tackle what God is asking. This message can be re-worked for a building program.

Someone once said, “Build. Destroy. Rebuild. I’ve mastered the art of bouncing back. Now, to master the art of not having to” (Dau Voire). This is probably how a lot of us feel. We’re tired of striving and struggling, and we’re tired of having to rebuild. But rebuilding is necessary in order ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-8, Ezra 6:1-4, Zechariah 4:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Construction Site Or Warzone?

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Aug 25, 2021

God is calling the church to rebuild after the Corona Virus pandemic lock-downs. Any church that rebuilds becomes a construction site, which is a warzone for spiritual battle. This message can be re-worked for a building program.

Last week I mentioned how I believe that God is calling us to rebuild our fellowship after a series of setbacks. This means that our church is currently sitting smack dab in the middle of a spiritual construction site. I remember how I once pastored a church where we built a multipurpose ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:8-11, Ezra 4:4-5, Nehemiah 4:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Danger Of Isolation And The Delight Of Fellowship

Contributed by Wayne Solomon on Mar 21, 2022

“Are You the Coming One, or do we look for another?” John made this statement partly because he was isolated. Isolation is one reason behind the increase in crime, domestic violence, suicide and mental health illnesses during COVID 19.

Theme: The Danger of Isolation and the Delight of Fellowship. Text: Matthew 11:1-3. Now it came to pass, when Jesus finished commanding His twelve disciples, that He departed from there to teach and to preach in their cities. 2 And when John had heard in prison about the works of Christ, he sent ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-3

Denomination: Church Of God

Navigating Through Uncertain Times: A Hopeful Perspective SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

A message of hope and understanding to navigate through the uncertain times of Covid-19

Understanding the times we are in is crucial for our walk with God, our Christian faith, and our preparedness for Christ's return. In 1 Chronicles 12:23-32, the Bible lists men who were ready for war. Among them were the sons of Judah, Simeon, Levi, Benjamin, Ephraim, and Manasseh. However, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 12:23-32

Topics: Understanding The Times, Hope Amidst Covid-19

A Lockdown Encouragement!

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on May 14, 2021

We in Fiji are heading into another term of lockdown as the nation try and defeat the latest arrival of Covid-19. This is a short message of encouragement.

I want to encourage you at this time of lockdown, with a short message, that you, that we are not alone in this. Next Sunday the 23rd of May is Pentecost Sunday and my thoughts have been with those disciples gathered in one place and the arrival of the Holy Spirit. But earlier in Johns gospel we ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23, Genesis 2:8, 2 Corinthians 5:1-10, John 1:18

Denomination: Salvation Army

Dealing With Conflicts Biblically

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Mar 16, 2004

The LORD Jesus Christ gives the biblical mandate to dealing with conflicts in the church.

“Dealing With Conflicts Biblically” Matthew 18:15-17 A. The first stage in resolving conflict is doing it ALONE (meaning one on one). (v. 15) B. The second stage in resolving conflict is doing it ADDITIONALLY (taking one or two more witnesses). (v. 16) C. The third stage in resolving ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Dad’s Role In The Family

Contributed by Ron Hoffmann on Feb 2, 2005

Father’s have a divine mandate to be the "point man" for their family. Are you?

Ephesians 6:1-4 Father’s Day - 2004 June 20, 2004 *Intro: I read something this week entitled 50 Reasons Why It’s Good To Be a Man. -I won’t read all of them but I did put together my own top-10 list: 10. You know stuff about tanks. 9. You can go to the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

The Great Commission

Contributed by Don Jones on Feb 25, 2007

The message explores the mandate and mission process of the carring out the Great Commission.

The Great Commission Matthew 28:18-20 Introduction When he was the pastor of the Methodist church in Scarborough, William Sangster had an eccentric member who tried to be a zealous Christian. Unfortunately, the man was mentally deficient and usually did the wrong thing. While working as a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Matthew 28:19-20, Mark 16:15

Denomination: Baptist