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  • What Is Sinful?

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Aug 29, 2023
     | 653 views

    A question that I get from time to time: How do you determine what is sinful? Jesus' answer is it is sinful if it violates either of the Two Great Commandments

    What is Sinful? John 15:18-16:4a Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 15:18 “If the world hates you, you know that it has hated Me before it hated you. 19 “If you were of the world, the world would love its own; but because you are not of the world, but I chose you out of the world, because of this ...read more

  • Wonder.

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jan 27, 2001
    based on 104 ratings
     | 3,960 views

    Year C Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany February 4th, 2001

    Year C Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany February 4th, 2001 Lord of the Lake Lutheran Church Web page http://lordofthelake.org By The Rev. Jerry Morrissey, Esq., Pastor E-mail pastor@southshore.com Heavenly Father, thank you for the Wonder of your ...read more

  • Living In The Last Days: Haters. Series

    Contributed by Shawn Miller on Jan 30, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,346 views

    A topical sermon about the end of days, revealing the state of a violent world that despises the good of God's people and the good of God himself.

    Living in the last days: Haters Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:3 & Genesis 6:11 Introduction: From an article from Fox News: Rev. Faye Musa knew immediately why suspected Boko Haram militants burst into his home last year as his wife prepared dinner in the family's northeastern Nigeria home. His ...read more

  • Faith Over Anxiety PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 29, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 943 views

    This sermon encourages overcoming anxiety through faith in God, seeking His peace and blessings amidst life's worries and fears.

    Welcome, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is a joyous occasion to gather together once again, united in our pursuit of understanding, wisdom, and peace. We are here to seek comfort in the Word of God, to find solace in His teachings, and to learn how to apply His truth in our daily lives. ...read more

  • Heart Failure

    Contributed by Ronnie Mutina on Mar 6, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 4,226 views

    In this message I want us to look at 3 ways to know your heart is failing you and more importantly failing God.

    INTRODUCTION A. In our study about David we have learned how the Lord was blessing him. B. Last week we talked about the question David imposed upon his brother and the army of Israel, when he asked, “Is there not a cause?” C. David, I think was angry for two reasons. 1. He was mad at the ...read more

  • A Great Faith

    Contributed by Dan Santiago on Mar 13, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,996 views

    Every person is capable of demonstrating great faith in God.

    A GREAT FAITH Matthew 8:5-13 INTRODUCTION Please open your bibles to Matthew 8:5-13. This passage says that Jesus was amazed at the centurion’s faith and healed his servant. Jesus said that he had not found anyone in Israel with such great faith. What makes one’s faith ...read more

  • Seeking God's Assurance In Our Journey Of Faith

    Contributed by Jung Lee on Jan 15, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,564 views

    Today, we delve into the life of Gideon, an unlikely hero, whose journey from doubt to determination offers profound insights for our own spiritual paths.

    In our spiritual journey, we often find ourselves at crossroads, seeking signs and confirmations to ensure we're on the right path. The Bible is filled with stories of individuals who, despite their deep faith, sought God's assurance in their moments of doubt and uncertainty. Today, we ...read more

  • Standing At A Distance, Looking Through Binoculars And Accept Barrenness? Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 17, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,271 views

    Will we be satisfied to stand at a distance and look at barrenness through Binoculars? --- WE CAN NOT ACCEPTING A SPIRIT OF BARRENESS! LET US PONDER PLAYGROUND OR BOOT CAMP? BEAR FRUIT!

    STANDING AT A DISTANCE LOOKING THROUGH BINOCULARS? --- ACCEPTING A SPIRIT OF BARRENESS? PONDERING PLAYGROUND OR BOOT CAMP? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is at least a two part message. 2 Kings 2:7 And fifty men of the sons of the prophets went, and stood to view afar off: and ...read more

  • The Faith Of Jabez Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 3, 2016
    based on 13 ratings
     | 118,298 views

    This sermon looks at the faith of Jabez when he prayed. There are five points: 1. Jabez had a life of FAITH 2. Jabez prayed for God to BLESS him 3. Jabez prayed to have MORE than he had 4. Jabez prayed to have God’s PRESENCE in his life 5. Jabez prayed for God’s PROTECTION

    The Faith of Jabez Did you know that God never meant for us to live an average life. He has designed us for excellence. He has created us for success. He wants us to live above the norm. Each one of us is uniquely created by Him and for Him. Instead of being one in a million, you’re ...read more

  • Bread Of Life And True Worship Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 25, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,593 views

    There can be no contradiction between the art of celebration and the full and engaged participation of the Church in worship.

    April 27, 2009 Sacramentum Caritatis There is an incredible richness and flow in this sixth chapter of John’s Gospel that is so full of meaning that we must meditate on it over and over again. He begins with eating earthly bread, the miracle of the loaves and fishes, and the people misunderstand. ...read more

  • The Danger Of Justifying Sin Series

    Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 7, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 455 views

    Have you ever heard someone justify their sinful behavior ?

    Have you ever heard someone justify their sinful behavior by saying, "Everybody's doing it"? This mentality can lead us down a slippery slope, making us believe that sin is acceptable because it's common. However, the Bible warns us against this thinking. The Crowd in Noah's ...read more

  • How To Help People Trust In The Scriptures

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 10 ratings
     | 2,695 views

    HOW TO HELP PEOPLE TURN THEIR TRUST FROM A STRONG LEADER TO THE SCRIPTURES Some Christians have a hard time letting go of the controls over their church members.

    HOW TO HELP PEOPLE TURN THEIR TRUST FROM A STRONG LEADER TO THE SCRIPTURES Some Christians have a hard time letting go of the controls over their church members. Instead of helping their members learn how to trust God, some leaders try to foster a dependency in their members. As a result many ...read more

  • God's Command And Man's Four Options

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 19, 2003
    based on 84 ratings
     | 8,644 views

    God’s command was clear and unmistakable. Although obedience allowed for only one response from Israel, other options were open to them. These same options are available to us today…and with the same consequences.

    GOD’S COMMAND: MAN’S FOUR OPTIONS "And the Lord said to Moses: ’Why do you cry to Me? Tell the children of Israel to go forward." Exodus 14:15. God’s command was clear and unmistakable. Although obedience allowed for only one response from Israel, other options were open to them. These same ...read more

  • David's Victory Speech Series

    Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 16, 2022
     | 3,131 views

    A rousing speech is very important, and that's what we see in I Samuel 17 with a very young man named David. His speech was exactly what the Israelites needed to hear in their dark hour.

    When it comes to great speeches, Winston Churchill has given some of the greatest. His speeches were often inspiring. On June 4, 1940, he gave a rousing speech to the British Parliament’s House of Commons. Listen to his words: “We shall go on to the end, we shall fight in France, we shall fight ...read more

  • Haters PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 10, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 692 views

    This sermon explores how David's faith, love, and hope in God guided him through hostility, gave him purpose, and helped him persevere in the face of doubt.

    Good morning, cherished family of God. It's such a joy to gather together, united by our shared love of Christ and a desire to grow in our understanding of His Word. Today, we are turning our hearts and minds towards the life of young David, a shepherd boy who would become a king. Our Scripture ...read more