Sermons on December 31:

Why Prayers Go Unanswered

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 25, 2015

John 9:31 31 Now we know that God heareth not sinners: but if any man be a worshipper of God, and doeth his will, him he heareth..

John 9:31 31 Now we know that God heareth not sinners: but if any man be a worshipper of God, and doeth his will, him he heareth. (KJV) John 15:7 If you remain in me and my word remains in you, ask whatever you wish and it will be given to you. (KJV) Prov 15:8 8 The sacrifice of the wicked is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:18

Denomination: Foursquare

"True Repentance.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Nov 29, 2001

Year A. Second Sunday in Advent Matthew 3: 1-12 December 9th, 2001 Title: “True Repentance.”

Year A. Second Sunday in Advent Matthew 3: 1-12 December 9th, 2001 Title: “True Repentance.” In those days John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness of Judea, proclaiming, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near. “This is the one of whom the prophet ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Thou Art Faithful

Contributed by Joel Sumagaysay on Mar 5, 2013

This sermon was preached last December 8, 2012 during the silver Anniversary of Filipino International Christian Church United Arab Emirates.

Thou Art Faithful Psalm 100:1-5 Psalm 100 A psalm. For giving grateful praise. 1 Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. 2 Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. 3 Know that the Lord is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, the sheep of his ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Let’s Not Make A Deal!!!

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Oct 16, 2025

The very popular television program, “Let’s Make A Deal” debuted in December 1963. The program was all about MAKING A DEAL!

I guess all of us have watched this program and enjoyed it, as some of the guests of the show made good deals and some made bad deals. While none of us have appeared on this show and played “Let’s Make A Deal,” the fact is, Satan wants to play this game with us every day. For example, the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 8:1, Exodus 8:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

You've Never Been This Way Before

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 4, 2001

As they faced new challenges, Joshua prepares God’s people before they enter a new land.

Morning Message December 31, 2000 Central Church of Christ John Dobbs YOU HAVE NEVER BEEN THIS WAY BEFORE Joshua 3:4-5 Introduction: 1. It may seem to us that tomorrow begins another year. another calendar.everything is basically the same. We are going to be involved in the same things.kids ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:4-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Parable Of The Sheep & The Goats Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 1, 2011

In Matthew 25:31-46 in two ways, we see: 1) The Setting of Judgment (Matthew 25:31–32a) and 2) The Process of Judgment (Matthew 25:32b-46)

Matthew 25:31-46. [31]"When the Son of Man comes in his glory, and all the angels with him, then he will sit on his glorious throne. [32] Before him will be gathered all the nations, and he will separate people one from another as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats. [33] And he will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Other

New Years Eve

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Dec 31, 2015

For next year and every year beyond it is as easy as 1,2,3, Repent daily, remain on the right path and rejoice in your salvation

December 31, 2015 New Years Eve Isaiah 30:( 8- 14 ) 15-17, Psalm 90:1-12, Romans 8:31b-39, Luke 12:35-40 Grace mercy and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord. Even though the start of the New Year is somewhat arbitrary – it could be any day – and is a secular holiday - ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:8-17

Denomination: Lutheran

The Inn, The Incarnation And The Invitation (Based On Luke 2:1-20) Series

Contributed by Timothy Cox on Jan 11, 2014

Preached 24th December 2013 at the Midnight Communion. Debunks Christmas and re-focuses on the incarnation of Jesus, what that meant to the shepherds and means to us.

***The following conventions have been used in this sermon, which may assist delivery: Capitals indicate Bold Text, parts bracketed between forward slashes indicate italics, it may also be helpful to skip who wrote or defined what*** Five minutes into the film /Love Actually/ (1) a little girl ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Anglican

Strength In Relationships (Version 2: October 31, 2021 Used As An All Saints Day Sermon)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Nov 4, 2021

What would have happened if Naomi and Ruth would have gone their separate ways because they were widows? What happens when we withdraw, throw our hands up and quit? What will happen if we stop meeting together to encourage one another?

STRENGTH IN RELATIONSHIPS Text: Ruth 1:1 – 18 Ruth 1:1-18  In the days when the judges ruled, there was a famine in the land, and a certain man of Bethlehem in Judah went to live in the country of Moab, he and his wife and two sons.  (2)  The name of the man was Elimelech and ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-18

Denomination: United Methodist

John Part 21 & 22 The Subject Of Labor For God, John 4:31-42 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Mar 6, 2022

The believer is to labor for God. His life is to be focused upon the will and work of God. His purpose for being on earth is to serve God, to obey and work for Him.

John Part 21 & 22 The Subject of Labor for God, 4:31–42 (4:31–42) Introduction: the believer is to labor for God. His life is to be focused upon the will and work of God. His purpose for being on earth is to serve God, to obey and work for Him. 1. Physical vs. spiritual concerns ...read more

Scripture: John 4:31-42

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Trust The God Who Makes Everything Beautiful In Its Time - Ecclesiastes 3:1 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 12, 2025

Have you ever felt that deep longing—that ache in your soul—that no matter how much success you achieve, how many experiences you gather, or how many possessions you accumulate, it still doesn’t quite satisfy?

Go! And Trust the God Who Makes Everything Beautiful in Its Time Ecclesiastes 3:11 (NLT): “Yet God has made everything beautiful for its own time. He has planted eternity in the human heart, but even so, people cannot see the whole scope of God’s work from beginning to end.” Introduction – The ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:11, Genesis 50:20, Psalm 42:1-2, John 1:14, 2 Timothy 1:9-10, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Wisdom Of Abigail: The Woman Who Defeated A Murderous Warlord - 1 Samuel 25:1-31 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Oct 1, 2025

Abigail did what not even the mightiest armies of the time could do--stopped an angry, rampaging David using nothing but food, some quick thinking, and a whole lot of wisdom.

Introduction – Meet the Odd Couple We have been studying through the book of 1 Samuel and we come this morning to chapter 25, where we are introduced to the odd couple. The chapter starts with some sad news – Samuel dies. 1 Samuel 25:1 Now Samuel died, and all Israel assembled and mourned for him; ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 25:1-31

Go! And… Speak Up For Those Who Cannot Speak For Themselves - Proverbs 31:8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 9, 2025

God calls His people to stand in the gap for the vulnerable, to act with courage, to love with compassion, and to reflect the heart of Jesus Christ.

Go! And… Speak Up for those who cannot speak for themselves - Proverbs 31:8 Introduction: A Call to Courageous Compassion There are moments when silence is not golden—it is deadly. Moments when looking the other way is not grace—it is neglect. Moments when God calls His people not to remain ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:8-9, Isaiah 1:17, Luke 4:18-19, James 1:27, Psalm 46:1, Micah 6:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Speaking Up For Those In Need: Embracing Our Call On Safeguarding Sunday - Proverbs 31:8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 14, 2024

Safeguarding Sunday, a day when we pause to focus on our responsibility to protect and care for those who are vulnerable. In the Bible, we find a clear and strong message about justice, compassion, and speaking up for those who cannot speak for themselves.

Speaking Up for Those in Need: Embracing Our Call on Safeguarding Sunday - Proverbs 31:8 Introduction Today we are gathered on Safeguarding Sunday, a day when we pause to focus on our responsibility to protect and care for those who are vulnerable. In the Bible, we find a clear and strong message ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:8, Psalm 82:3-4, Isaiah 1:17, James 1:27, Ephesians 4:2-3, 1 Corinthians 12:25-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Maturing Resolutions Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Dec 11, 2001

Making the commitment to grow in spiritual wisdom and to live lives worthy and pleasing to God.

AT THE END OF EVERY YEAR THE INEVITABLE TIME COMES WHEN WE HEAR COUNTLESS STORIES OF ALL THE MAJOR EVENTS THAT HAVE MADE THE GREATEST IMPACT IN OUR LIVES AND IN OUR HISTORY. OVER AND OVER AGAIN I NOTICE THAT THE THINGS THAT SEEM TO GRAB THE HEADLINES AS THE "GREATEST STORIES" ARE THE ONES THAT ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Free Methodist