Sermons on Dealing With Hurts:

Abortion And The Sanctity Of Life

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 28, 2008

This sermon was preached just prior to the 2008 election. It deals with (1) the question of when life begings, (2) the widespread horror of abortion, and (3) the forgiveness availble to those who’ve experienced its ravages.

This sermon was delivered right before the 2008 Presidential election. It draws from several other sermons listed here on Sermon Central. Abortion by Scott Bayles, pastor First Christian Church With the upcoming presidential election many of you have undoubtedly been watching the presidential ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:5

Denomination: Christian Church

Handling Discouragements Series

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Nov 24, 2010

Let’s look more closely at the entire passage & discover, first of all, the source of discouragement; secondly, the causes of discouragement; & finally, how to deal with discouragement when it comes our way.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (This is the fifth of a Leadership series featuring Nehemiah. Some ideas & illustrations in these messages were based on or benefited greatly from, to ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:10-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Genesis 11 – Part 4 – Unity And Creativity At What Cost? Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Feb 14, 2010

Let me get this straight. GOD LOVES UNITY, MY CREATIVE ABILITIES AND ENTERPRISE! He made me like this. So what is the big deal with stopping the tower of Babel being built?

Genesis 11 – Part 4 – UNITY AND CREATIVITY AT WHAT COST? What interests me in this passage is that God saw the unity of the people (Genesis 11:6), who had a single purpose and a single language, the ability to plan things and execute them efficiently and effectively, tremendous ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons For The Materializing Church -- Part 14 Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 16, 2010

The passage of James deals with the topic of prayer for the follower of Jesus Christ. Prayer is an essential lifeblood of the church. Great things are wrought through prayer and no great endeavor for the cause of Christ can be completed without prayer.

PROPER PRAYER JAMES 5:13-18 INTRODUCTION: The passage of James deals with the topic of prayer for the follower of Jesus Christ. Prayer is an essential lifeblood of the church. Great things are wrought through prayer and no great endeavor for the cause of Christ can be completed without prayer. ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Sex Series

Contributed by Rick Thiessen on Jun 23, 2008

After the wonder of courtship, marriage struggles set in which do not match the fairy tale. This week we deal with common sexual problems in marriage and what God’s Words says about it.

SE051808 AFTER HAPPILY EVER 3. Sex I think every married couple, no matter man or woman or how long they’ve been married WANTS a fulfilling sex life. Like this one old couple who were at an old coffee shop one night and the husband leaned over and asked his wife, "Do you remember that time ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:2-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mercy And Peace In Discouraging Times Series

Contributed by Phillip Day on Jan 10, 2007

Verse 2 of this study really tells it all. Paul knew Timothy would be dealing with very difficult days, so in his last letter, he sends a message filled with hope in mercy and peace.

Mercy and Peace in Discouraging Times 2 Timothy 1:1-18 I. For Times of Tears (v. 3-7) a. Found through Godly heritage (v. 5; 2 Timothy 3:15; Proverbs 22:6) b. Found through Godly gifts (v. 6-7) i. Power (Acts 1:8) ii. Love (Galatians 5:22) iii. Discipline (Hebrews 12:8) II. For Times of Fears ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Heart Trouble Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jul 19, 2007

This sermon takes a close look at Simon Magus,the converted sorcerer whose heart was not quite right. It is designed to help Christian deal with old habits and attitudes that sometimes emerge during the Christian walk.

Subject: Heart Trouble In The Church Text: Acts 8:9-24 Introduction: Up to this point, the early church had experienced its empowerment, which brought signs, wonders and miracles, and rapid growth. In chapter seven, it suffered its first martyr, Stephen. Saul kept the coats of those who stoned ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-24

Denomination: Methodist

Calling Of God In Our Lives!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Sep 7, 2007

CALLING OF GOD IN OUR LIVES! This outline deals with the calling that all believers have upon their lives if they will listen to the voice of God in their hearts. There are three types of Christians who respond to the call of service: 1. Rowboa

CALLING OF GOD IN OUR LIVES! (Exo 4:2 KJV) And the LORD said unto him, What is that in thine hand? And he said, A rod. (Exo 4:17 KJV) And thou shalt take this rod in thine hand, wherewith thou shalt do signs. Exo 14:16 But lift thou up thy rod, and stretch out thine hand over the sea, and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:2-16

I'm Busy Series

Contributed by West Garner on Sep 8, 2007

This is the end of a series that focuses on some of the messages(signs) that our culture sends to us. This message deals with the classic phrase "I’m Busy." It seeks to answer the Question, "Is there peace in this fast paced world?"

SIGNS IN THE TIME: “I’M BUSY” SERIES WRAP UP! Welcome to Memorial! We have been in a series over the past three weekends called signs in the time. We are looking at signs that are not written on plastic or metal but on the surface of our society. In Session #1 we talked about the sign get real. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Are Advantages Advantageous? Series

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Nov 26, 2007

This sermon from my series on Preaching Through Romans attempts to deal with some of the arguments that people make against the truth and to the grace of God thereby refusing to take advantage of the offer of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

What about the person who is born with the proverbial silver spoon in his or her mouth? Are those advantages advantageous? Are they beneficial, useful, helpful – to your advantage, valuable or profitable? Most of us would answer absolutely “Not” in our day and time. On Entertainment News you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Present Of Our Tithes And Offerings Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Dec 4, 2006

This sermom, originally prepared for the Christmas Season, but easily adaptable for other times, deals with the issue of Tithes and Offerings, looking at What they are, Why God wants us to give them, and What we are to give.

The Presents of Christmas The Present of Our Tithes and Offerings 2 Corinthians 8:16-9:5 INTRODUCTION: Everybody likes presents under the Christmas tree. We all gather around and wait eagerly, with quiet or not so quiet anticipation, the “opening of the presents”. Now in some houses there is a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Middle Aged Reason For Hope

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 8, 2005

In this Psalm I examine the Psalm writer’s attitude to the future as he faces old age and how he deals with his enemies. This is during Advent and has a little reflective flavor of the season in it.

December 11, 2005 Psalm 71 What do you think about your future? Maybe you’re one of those people who’s done an overall road map of your life. Maybe in ten years you want to retire, or have your house paid off, or have enough money saved up to buy a car, or get married and have children. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:1-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Forward By Faith

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Apr 2, 2011

This message deals with the fact that fear is the basis of faithlessness, often resulting in accusations toward others, and absurdity in one’s thinking. However, one who will choose to put their faith in God, will find their faith strengthen.

Forward by Faith Text: Ex. 14:10, 13-15 Intro: Many Christians these days possess a distorted view of the life of faith. Some tend to think of faith as nothing more than a positive attitude, or the mindset that everything is going to work out all right in the end. This is sort of a “power of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:10-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Third Cup And The Hidden Loaf Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Apr 4, 2011

This message deals with the Last Supper and focuses on four departures Jesus made from the regular Passover meal. In the end, he changed the meaning of Passover forever. Text from Mark 14:12-26

Four Departures Jesus made from the regular Passover at the Last Supper CHCC: April 3, 2011 Mark 14:12-26 INTRODUCTION: Can you think of a day in your life that changed everything? I remember a day that changed my life forever. It was Sunday afternoon in late August, 1968. I was 18 and had ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:12-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fasting For Lent

Contributed by Craig Condon on Feb 24, 2015

In response to the temptation to throw himself into the rat race called material satisfaction, Jesus finds a calm centre, an anchor in the word of God. That centered faith will enable him to deal with all the other temptations to come.

There once was a little boy named Bobby, who desperately wanted a new bicycle. His plan was to save his nickels, dimes and quarters until he finally had enough to buy a new 10-speed bike. Each night he asked God to help him save his money. Kneeling beside his bed, he prayed, “Dear Lord, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Anglican