Sermons on Diapers:

"Fishermen Are…” Series

Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Jan 13, 2021

Today I’m going to talk to you about entering a serious competition. That competition is simply this. Competing for the souls of people. Some of you here have been here for this series, called Hooked.

HOOKED week 5 “Fishermen Are…” Pastor Tim Porter Text: Luke 5:6 <video of fishing competition> Introduction: There’s nothing like competition, is there? We live in a very competitive culture. I love competition. Football is right around the corner and around here ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

#8 Understanding Love: Role Of Unity

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 14, 2016

We need a greater understanding of real Biblical love. Our enemy is betting he can use divison to hinder our love. Unity and harmony must be our focus. Unity is not by accident. Have a plan.

#8 UNDERSTANDING LOVE: THE ROLE OF UNITY By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr Kyfingers@aol.com TO UNDERSTAND LOVE WE NEED TO IDENTIFY THAT THERE ARE THREE AREAS OF OUR DAILY LIFE THAT BECOME VERY REVEALING! UNDERSTAND WHAT IS IMPORTANT TO SHOW LOVE? DO WE UNDERSTAND THAT ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A God’s-Eye View Of An Unbeliever’s Mind Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Feb 28, 2016

Paul describes the horrible effects of sin and urges us to live according to our new self.

Have any of you seen this ad from the 80’s produced by the Partnership for a Drug-Free America? An actor held up an egg and said, “This is your brain.” He then cracked the egg into a hot frying pan where the egg sizzled, bubbled, and turned brown at the edges before the actor ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Heartburn

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 7, 2019

Jesus was 2 feet away from them, but they didn't know it, but there was a burning sensation, not in their stomachs, but in their souls - the shekinah, the manifest presence of God. Suddenly they were aware of Him - His voice, His mannerisms, His nail-scarred hands. He was alive!

HEARTBURN Luke 24:13-35 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: “It’s going to be a Bad Day when…” 1. You see a "60 Minutes" news team in your office. 2. You call Suicide Prevention hotline & they put you on hold. 3. You turn on the news and they're showing emergency routes out of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Do You Say That I Am?

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Aug 25, 2015

This message (not a complete manuscript) wrestles with the question that Jesus asked His disciples but also places it in the context of where it was asked?

In the Movie Talladega Nights there is a supper scene, I have “edited” this a little bit. (Characters: Ricky, Carly, Cal, Walker, Texas Ranger, Chip the father-in-law) Show the video if you are brave, but maybe edit it. “Carly: Supper’s ready! C’mon ya’ll. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: United Methodist

Life's Pitfalls And Discoveries- Wisdom Of Trials And Temptations Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 20, 2017

the wisdom we can find in God's Word concerning our trials and temptation is life-changing.

Life’s Pitfalls and Discoveries Wisdom with Trials and Temptations James chapter 1:5-1:18 Introduction- Good morning everyone, today we continue our study of the pitfalls of life and the discoveries that can be found to help us avoid them. Last week we looked at un-forgiveness as the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-18

Denomination: Nazarene

Straight Outta Context: Philippians 4:13 Series

Contributed by Paul Basehore on Sep 16, 2015

Philippians 4:13 does not say that we can literally do anything. What it does say, though, is that a super-powered God will willingly and repeatedly share His strength with us when things get difficult.

Superheroes are a multi-million dollar enterprise. Superhero movies have more than 13 billion dollars in revenue since 1978 -- and that’s just the movies. Comic book sales in 2015 alone have reached 334 million dollars -- and the year’s not even done yet! In addition, the numbers I just ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13, Philippians 4:10-14, James 1:2, Philippians 4:4-8, Matthew 6:25-34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Made The Wise Men Wise?

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 14, 2019

Why does the Bible 2X call them "wise?" Because they were SEARCHING for a Sign from God, they ACTED on the revelation they had, they PERSEVERED until they got to Him, and they ENTERED IN to know Jesus! May God make us wise like them.

WHAT MADE THE WISE MEN WISE? Matt. 2:1-12 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. For many years there was a Christmas pageant every year in the (Miami) Dade County Auditorium, which seats 2,400 people. The cast included over 400 people and live animals. 2. One year their seasoned donkey died so they were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"I Know What You Are Going Through…"

Contributed by Hans Krause on Oct 22, 2018

Too easily, we try to comfort people in sorrow and pain, saying that we know what they are going through. The fact is that mostly we don't. But Jesus knows what we are going through, because he has been there. What does that imply for us?

[Sermon preached on 18 February 2018, 1st Sunday in Lent / 3rd year, ELCF Lectionary] I was still a student when we gathered with a group of theological students for a training seminar on pastoral counseling. One of the members shared some of her childhood experiences that had recently come to the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:17-18, Mark 1:12-13

Denomination: Lutheran

A Baby Changes Everything! (A Christmas Sermon)

Contributed by David Mende on Dec 6, 2017

2000 years ago, a baby came into this world. This baby grew up to be an adult and changed the whole world. The world would never be the same again because of this baby. I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give brief feedback.

Introduction When our daughter, Karis was born, I was excited. Holding my daughter in my arms for the first time was such a special experience. As long as she was in the hospital, doctors and nurses were constantly taking care of her. But once we came home, we didn’t know how exactly to take care ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Love Language Of Acts Of Service Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on May 21, 2022

Using the 5 Love Languages to grow in our relationships and in our relationship with God.

5 Love Languages - Acts of Service May 22, 2022 We’re in our final week of the series on the 5 love languages, which is based on the book by Gary Chapman, The Five Love Languages and is really predicated on the passage from Jesus in John 13, which tells us - - - 34 A new commandment I give to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:2-5, Mark 10:45, John 13:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Not Such A Silent Night

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Mar 24, 2020

If your Christmas isn't coming together the way you would like, remember that our God is a God for the rough times, too. Look what Mary went through on the first Christmas.

If a good fairy appeared and said you could make a list to put together your perfect Christmas, what would you put on your list? Every year around Christmas time we get several chances to watch various versions of Charles Dickens’ classic story about Ebenezer Scrooge and the various spirits of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

The Move Of God

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Mar 9, 2017

Question: • What do I expect from the Lord today? • Are my personal needs more important that my willingness to praise and bless the name of the Lord?

THE MOVE OF GOD Text: II Kings 4:8 thru 17 (NIV) Review of this morning: 1. Elisha was a man of God who represents for us the Move of God, or the Presence of God that passes by in our daily lives. If you look closely, you can often see God coming from the distance. But you need to be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Heavenly Jerusalem.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Oct 15, 2024

What believers want most, Confidence. Abiding faith. Peace, God is with me; therefore, it will be okay. The power of love in action.

Heavenly Jerusalem. Galatians 4. Do you realize as a saved, blood bought Son or Daughter of God, you have heavenly Jerusalem living within you. (Christ in you... you have become the temple for the Holy Spirit, 1 Cor. 3.16. Galatians chapter 3 & 4 teach us that before Jesus Christ, we were ...read more

Scripture: John 1:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Nilikha Upang Maging Mga Banal: Isang Personal Na Paglalakbay

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Oct 25, 2024

Ang mga santo ay hindi lamang mga pigura sa mga stained glass na bintana; sila ang aming mga cheerleader, na umuugat para sa amin habang kami ay nag-navigate sa nakatutuwang bagay na ito na tinatawag na buhay.

Nilikha upang Maging mga Banal: Isang Personal na Paglalakbay Intro: Ang mga santo ay hindi lamang mga pigura sa mga stained glass na bintana; sila ang aming mga cheerleader, na umuugat para sa amin habang kami ay nag-navigate sa nakatutuwang bagay na ito na tinatawag na buhay. Banal na ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:2-4, Revelation 7:9-14, 1 John 3:1-3, Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Other