Sermons on Designed For Joy:

God Of The Impossible Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Apr 3, 2007

In Genesis 17-21 we see Abraham laugh in surprise, Sarah laugh in disbelief, and both of them laugh in astonishment when Isaac was born.

Genesis Series # 5 CHCC: February 11, 2007 The God of the Impossible Genesis 17: 15-17; 18:9-15, 21:1-7 INTRODUCTION: I heard it told that one day Abraham was trying to update his computer to the new Microsoft Windows Vista. Isaac said, "Father, you can’t do that. Your computer doesn’t have ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wise Worship - A Christmas Message.

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 24, 2011

Merry Christmas

Intro: 1. Several passages of scriptures just amaze me: "12 "Truly, truly, I say to you, he who believes in Me, the works that I do, he will do also; and greater works than these he will do; because I go to the Father." John 14:12 "23 I in them and You in Me, that they may be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Shepherd And The Lost Sheep Series

Contributed by Gary Smith on Nov 23, 2013

This message talks about Jesus and how He is the Savior that came to seek and to save the lost.

“The Good Shepherd and the Lost Sheep” TEXT: Luke 15:1-7 (Verses 3-7 Main Focus) Luke 15:1-7 (KJV) 1 Then drew near unto him all the publicans and sinners for to hear him. 2 And the Pharisees and scribes murmured, saying, This man receiveth sinners, and eateth with them. 3 And he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Veteran's Day 2012

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Nov 13, 2012

What does it mean to be a "good soldier of Christ Jesus?" (2 Timothy 2:2) What are the requirements, commitments and benefits?

2 Timothy 2:1-7 “You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable men who will also be qualified to teach others. “Endure hardship with us like a good soldier of Christ ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Nazarene

Travel Plans Series

Contributed by Gary Moore on Jan 21, 2008

Paul ambition was to preach the gospel where it has never been declared.

I make it my ambition to preach the gospel, not where Christ has already been named, lest I build on someone else’s foundation, but as it is written, “Those who have never been told of him will see, and those who have never heard will understand.” Paul concluded the main section of his letter ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:14-29

Denomination: Congregational

What's New For You In 2019

Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 19, 2019

We want to share a couple of insights about a vision for the new year

A. Opening illustration: Anyone make New Year’s Resolutions? B. Background to passage: 446 BC, Nehemiah the cupbearer, after a bad report, broken heart, deep prayer C. Main thought: we want to share a couple of insights about a vision for the new year 1) A Grand Motivation (v. 4-5) a. Nehemiah’s ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Man's Chief End

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 27, 2014

Why are you and I here? Why did God create us? What is our purpose in life? We were made to glorify and enjoy but how do we do that and what does that mean?

Man's Chief End 1 Peter 4:10-11 Why are you and I here? Why did God create us? What is our purpose in life? With this thought in mind Augustine said, "You have formed us for Yourself, and our hearts are restless till they find rest in You." God is a God of glory. Moses sang in Exodus 15:11 " Who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Sacred, It Is Holy, It Is Pentecost

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jun 4, 2017

We must yield to the direction and guidance of the Holy Spirit. Who abides within your very being. Yield to the Promise, Purity and Power that God has graciously given to his people. And when we do It is Sacred, It is Holy, It is Pentecost.

This is Pentecost Sunday…... and the liturgical color is red …. The color representing …...the presence of the Holy Spirit. “Pentecost” … designates … the 50th day … after Passover Pentecost is a Jewish Feast Day……. known as …the Feast of Weeks … or the … Feast of Harvest. It was on this day, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-24, Acts 2:38-39, Acts 2:1-22

Denomination: Anglican

The Mystery Harvest.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 21, 2023

Imagine a People celebrating a harvest that never took place, a harvest they never reaped or sowed. Imagine a celebration of a non-existent harvest. And imagine a people persisting in celebrating these non-existent harvest year after year for centuries.

The Mystery Harvest. Deuteronomy 16:15-17AMP People have been celebrating harvest from the beginning of history. In 1578 The Pilgrims, a group of English settlers, held a thanksgiving feast to celebrate their first harvest in the New World. Going farther back, God spoke to Moses in Exodus to set ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 16:15-17, Jeremiah 31:2-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christmas: Past, Present, Future

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 27, 2025

Jesus came to save us, is transforming us today, and will return in glory to take us home forever. Trust Him now.

INTRODUCTION Christmas always pulls us into memory. We can’t help it. Every song, every smell, every blinking light seems to whisper something from yesterday. I have ornaments on my tree that are so old they have seen better decades. Some are handmade, held together by glue and nostalgia. Others ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:35, Luke 1:37, John 11:25-26, Matthew 24:30-31

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Recognition PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2023

This sermon explores recognizing God in our lives, receiving His grace, and finding meaning in our relationship with Him to cultivate hope.

Good morning, dear friends. I am glad to see you all here today. It's a fine day, isn't it? A day filled with promise. A day that reminds us of the hope we have in the Lord. I am reminded of a quote by Alister McGrath, who once said, "Within each of us exists the image of God, however disfigured ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:31

Topics: Recognition, God, Man

Very Early In The Morning, Hope Woke Up With The Sun

Contributed by Duane Wente on Apr 18, 2025

The resurrection of Jesus did not wait for the noise of the world—it happened quietly, powerfully, and full of promise... very early in the morning. (A Sunrise Sermon)

### **Introduction:** Good morning! Look around. We are standing in a place of graves. A place of sorrow. A place of mourning… And yet, here we are this morning, greeting the dawn. We are in a place of endings, but watching a beginning. Scripture tells us that very early in the morning, much ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Take It Or Leave It PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of believing in God's Word, bearing witness to His truth, and becoming a faithful follower of Christ.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. I am elated to be in your midst today, standing on the sacred ground of God's grace, wrapped in His unending mercy, and buoyed by His unfathomable love. We are gathered here in the sanctuary of our Father's house, united in our shared faith, bound ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:42-48

Topics: Word Of God

Discovering You Style (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 29, 2003

Some people, like the Samaritan woman, are very good at using the invitational approach. They might not be able to give a complete explanation of everything that Christ has done, but they can say, “Come, see a man…could this be the Christ?” Others, like

Discovering Your Style, Part 3 Rev. Brian Bill 3/11/01 Prayer. The woman in the drama is in desperate need of healing. She needs to know that in spite of all that has happened, she can experience the awesome power of God’s love and grace. There are people just like her all around us. Many ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42, Acts 9:36-42

Denomination: Baptist

Fatal Attraction Part 4 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 12, 2015

Tenth message from 1 John with continuing discussion on not loving the world.

“A Dangerous Love” Pt 4 (Fatal Attraction) 1 John 2:15-17 The verses of Scripture we have been exploring are no all that complicated. The message is simple. Do not love the world nor the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance