Sermons on Dignity And Value:

Rejoice! (Philippians 4:4-7)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 15, 2007

At the time of writing this letter to the Philippians, we know full well that Paul was in prison, awaiting a trial that would determine whether he was to be executed. You...

I’ve chosen as my text this morning the Philippians passage - ‘Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say ‘rejoice’!’ I do this partly to spare you from having to hear my John the Baptist sermon again. I only have the one. More significantly though, I’ve chosen this passage because I’m conscious ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

What Is Worship

Contributed by Johnny Byrd on Oct 18, 2017

Defining the physical act of Worship

Radical Worship Intro: Worship is what we were created to do it is our response to God, worship is not a feeling I get when the music is good, worship is creations default setting, Scripture says Ps. 148:7-9 says the trees mountains and hills worship Rev. 5:13 JOHN hears all creators in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-40, Psalm 148:7-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Model Neighbor

Contributed by Bledar Valca on Dec 24, 2008

Most people have lost the Biblical concept of neighbor, while they crave to have such neighbors. The sermons argues that it start with you.

THE MODEL NEIGHBOR Leviticus 19:9-18 One of the things I use to like about the apartment I lived for most of my life was the neighbors. We had good neighbors and some of the boys continue to be my friends to this day. Having good neighbors is something everybody likes and appreciates. Currently, ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:9-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great Longing Of God

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Dec 29, 2008

God longs for the full devotion of his people.

INTRODUCTION We now return to our study of the book of James entitled: Living the Real Life: Cultivating a Faith that Works. Remember as we were working through the letter we were identifying the different ways James says that true, genuine, saving faith reveals itself. We have seen everything from ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Taming The Tongue

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Dec 30, 2008

How Genuine Faith Reveals Itself in Our Speech

JAMES LIVING THE REAL LIFE: CULTIVATING A FAITH THAT WORKS TAMING THE TONGUE JAMES 3:1-12 INTRODUCTION Turn, if you would, in your Bible to James chapter 3. We now turn our attention to one of the most practical matters that James deals with in his letter to the Jewish Christians scattered ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Bread Of Life

Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 5, 2009

There is a Gospel call, a promise to believers, of a saving faith. It is a Heavenly gift, a gift of eternal life.

The Bread of Life Modified December 6, 2008 John 6:33-58 Monte T. Brown November 30, 1997 Sunday Morning Randall Road Introduction: There is a Gospel call, a promise to believers, of a saving faith. It is a Heavenly gift, a gift ...read more

Scripture: John 6:33-58

Denomination: Baptist

The Hope In You

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Apr 28, 2008

Hope is the opposite of despair; how can I "sanctify" Christ in my heart so I can defend the Gospel in this despair-filled world?

but in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be ready to make your defense to anyone who demands from you an accounting for the hope that is in you; 1 Peter 3: 15 (NRSVA) Hope is the opposite of despair. Charles Swindoll tells the story of a missionary who was sitting by her ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-22

Denomination: United Methodist

Lesson 1: God Gives Work

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 30, 2011

Find what you love to do, and you’ll never have to work a day in your life.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Work, some people love it, others hate it, but most people need work to pay the bills. 2. Work, some can’t wait for the closing whistle, or they live for retirement, while others joyfully put in extra hours without extra pay because they love what they do. 3. The first person ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Remembering 9/11

Contributed by John Russell on Dec 7, 2006

A great way to pay tribute to 9/11 while maintaining Biblical stability.

REMEMBERING 9/11 (Romans 13.1-7) Introduction To the last generation, the as-sasination of President John F. Kennedy was a historical marker. What were you doing? Where were you? To this generation, the attacks on the World Trade Centers in New York City, the Pentagon in Virginia, and the crash ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Measure Of Success

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jul 21, 2008

In this study you will see the way Jesus measured success.

This week our children have been studying "The Secret of My Success." This is a timely and much needed study. It is something of which all of us have an interest. Every man, woman, boy, and girl wants to be successful in life. The question that needs to be asked is “How Do You Measure Success?” We ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

"The Christian Code Of Conduct" 1 Cor. 6 Pt 6 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 3, 2008

Paul tells us that the Christian who has been sanctified by Jesus will live by a strict holy code of conduct in their lives. They will act Christ like and therefore honor God and make Him look good.

“The Christian Code of Conduct” 1 Corinthians 6 - pt 6 Opening Video Illustration: From “Horton Hears a Who.” In this clip Horton reaffirms that he will stay 100% faithful to the who’s - despite danger to himself. He will do this because his code of conduct has always been “100% faithfulness” to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Light And Salt

Contributed by Andy Payne on Nov 18, 2009

Christians are called to be radically different from non-Christians. We cannot escape this reality if we choose to be serious followers of Jesus

Intro: Values and standards competing against each other Most western countries are pluralistic in both RACE and RELIGION Christianity, Islam, Secularism, Materialism and Cults all competing for the soul of a country WHO WILL WIN? [Phil. 2:9-11] == "Every knee will bow ..." Question: John ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Living The Lord's Prayer: Forgive Us Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 3, 2016

The practical love we show to the poor is critical for our discipleship.

Thursday after Epiphany 2016 Joy of the Gospel As we celebrate this day after Epiphany, we continue the readings from St. John that ornament our Christmas-Epiphany season. We also continue our review of the Pope’s long letter, the Joy of the Gospel, and we do so in this Holy Year of mercy. ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Looking Forward--And Inward--For The Messianic Age

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 3, 2024

We are an egalitarian people. All of us have equal dignity, even if our economic circumstances differ from each other.

Twenty-Third Sunday in Course 2024 How can we characterize the prophet Isaiah and his disciples, who have given us the greatest collection of prophetic Biblical stories and sayings in the OT? Isaiah and his community were men living in terrible times of strife and suffering whose faith enabled them ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:31-37, James 2:1-5, Psalm 146:7-10, Isaiah 35:4-7

Denomination: Catholic

"God's Special Conference"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 21, 2002

All persons possess dignity and worth because we are created in God’s image.

GENESIS 1:26-27 “God’s Special Conference” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Sitting in her car--on a dark road just outside of town a young high school girl looks at her life. This is what she sees: “I am overweight.” “I have no ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27, Genesis 1:27-28

Denomination: United Methodist