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A Farewell Homily

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 8, 2013

Always remember that the task of the Church is to attract non-believers to Jesus Christ in the Church.

Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 2013 “farewell” In the pre-Christian world, there was an inchoate understanding of human life after earthly death. The Hebrew’s picture of human existence in the nether world was one of gloom, shadow, even an inability to praise God. I think that the young man ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Catholic

Beyond Our Dreams

Contributed by Rudolph Taylor on Mar 30, 2013

Sermon was designed to allow God to direct our life.

Beyond Our dreams (Eccl 11:9-10) Introduction: (S1) Antonio de Pereda was a Spanish artist (born 1611, Valladolid; died 1678, Madrid). He began as a history painter and was mainly active in Madrid. He is now best known for his still-lifes. The most famous painting associated with him is The ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:9-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When You Don't Like Where God Is Leading You

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 19, 2013

A look at struggles we have with the idea that God gets to shape us rather than us being in charge of our lives ourselves. What does it mean to let Him shape us like a potter shapes the clay?

WHAT GIVES YOU THE RIGHT TO BRING THAT INTO MY LIFE? We want to be shaped in the way we choose. - It can be painful to be shaped. - Like a potter pressing his fingers into the clay to mold it into a different shape would probably not “feel good” to the clay if it were sentient, so the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Light Of The World

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 13, 2003

What relevance is Jesus as the "Light of the world" to us

Thornage 14-12-03 I am the Light of the World (Jn 8:12) There is a famous oil painting that was painted between 1851 and 1853. Question: Can you guess what it is called? Here are some clues 1. There are three original copies 2. One copy is in Manchester City Art Gallery 3. A second copy is in ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-20

Denomination: Anglican

"Christmas Surprises"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Dec 16, 2003

This brief message was used after our Sunday Morning Christmas Cantata ... to wrap up the Christmas story ... and prepare hearts so there will be no SURPRISES when we must face Jesus.

“Christmas Surprise” INTRODUCTION: Christmas is full of surprises! Gifts are tightly wrapped in multi-colored paper, so you don’t know what’s inside until you open them (UNLESS, you peeked!). We get “surprise gifts” … o Like that tie that you’ll never wear. o Like the underwear you got as a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-33

Denomination: Baptist

Fall In Love--With Things Above

Contributed by Robert Joseph on Oct 13, 2010

If we fill our mind with heavenly things--as Colossians 3:1-2 instructs--we'll gradually become spiritual.

FALL IN LOVE—WITH THINGS ABOVE By Robert Joseph In January of 1997, astronaut John Blaha returned to earth after spending the previous four months aboard the Russian Space Station, Mir. Besides conducting various experiments, his mission was to help scientists understand the effects of ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Divorce That Never Happened Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 5, 2016

When you are under duress and your heart is broken, Joseph proves it is possible to trust God and act wisely in those circumstances.

The Divorce That Never Happened Christmas “Thwarted Plans” Series (Matthew 1:18-25) 1. The Christmas season is upon us, so why not start the sermon with a few Christmas jokes? 2. A lady was picking through the frozen turkeys at the grocery store, but couldn't find one big enough for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Falling Away Comes First! Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 18, 2019

Scripture warns us that in the last days before the second coming of Jesus Christ there will be wars and rumors of wars, the nation will rise against nation and kingdom against kingdom ....

Scripture warns us that in the last days before second coming of Jesus Christ there will be wars and rumors of wars, nation will rise against nation and kingdom against kingdom and there shall be famines, food shortages, pestilences despite of medical advances, old and new diseases will plague ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-3, John 12:32, Romans 1:16, 2 Peter 1:16

4 Things About The Rest Of Your Life

Contributed by Perry Hancock on Oct 4, 2018

A look at the life of Caleb and God's plan for our lives.

4 Things God Wants You to Know About the Rest of Your Life Joshua 14:7-12 Introduction At first glance, this story doesn’t seem too remarkable. But when you know the story behind the story, it is incredible. It actually begins 45 years earlier when Moses was still alive and leading the people … ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Church's Message Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 18, 2019

The key to church life is not our methods, means, miracles, magic, marketing, ministries, money or medium – it’s our message! And the message is Jesus Christ.

INTRODUCTION I & II Timothy are known as “Pastoral Epistles.” They are letters written to inform, instruct and inspire. These letters came from the inkwell of the Apostle Paul and were written to his young assistant named Timothy. We might say these documents were written from the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

From Broken Hearts To Burning Hearts

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Apr 27, 2020

They started their journey to Emmaus with broken hearts, but it wasn't too long before the disciples' hearts began to burn with promise and joy.

April 26, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Pastor Mary Erickson Luke 24:13-35 From Broken Hearts to Burning Hearts Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. They started their journey to Emmaus with broken hearts. But it wasn’t too long ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Lutheran

The Heavens Declare: Witnessing God's Glory Through Creation Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 8, 2025

Today, we turn our attention to a profound declaration found in Psalm 19:1 (NLT): "The heavens proclaim the glory of God. The skies display his craftsmanship."

The Heavens Declare: Witnessing God's Glory Through Creation Introduction Today, we turn our attention to a profound declaration found in Psalm 19:1 (NLT): "The heavens proclaim the glory of God. The skies display his craftsmanship." This verse invites us to observe the natural ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1, Isaiah 40:26, Job 38:4-7, Psalm 19:2, Romans 1:20, Psalm 19:7-8, 2 Timothy 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And Trust God's Transforming Work Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 31, 2025

How many of us have prayed for a situation to change, only to find ourselves still waiting? We long for healing, deliverance, breakthrough—but what if God is using the very situation we want to escape to transform us from the inside out?

Go! And Trust God's Transforming Work Introduction Craig Groeschel once said, "Sometimes God doesn’t change our situation because He is trying to change our hearts." How many of us have prayed for a situation to change, only to find ourselves still waiting? We long for healing, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3-5, 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, Ezekiel 36:26, Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is The Purpose Of Our Life? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 21, 2024

I want to write to you about a fundamental question that we all ask ourselves at some point in our lives: what is the purpose of our life?

In Psalm 57:2, David writes, “My soul takes refuge in you, Lord. May my soul find refuge in you, and may I find my purpose in your love.” Here, David reminds us that our purpose in life is not found in material possessions, temporary pleasures, or worldly success. Our purpose is found in God’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 57:2, Jeremiah 29:11, Colossians 1:16

Balancing Personal Pursuits With Kingdom Priorities Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

1 Kings 7 reminds us that while it is not wrong to build personal projects, God's house and His priorities must always come first.

BALANCING PERSONAL PURSUITS WITH KINGDOM PRIORITIES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 7:1-51 Supporting Texts: Matthew 6:33; Haggai 1:3-9; Proverbs 3:5-6; 2 Chronicles 3:1-2; Colossians 3:23-24 INTRODUCTION: After completing the house of the Lord in seven years, Solomon began to build ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 7:1-51

Denomination: Assembly Of God