Sermons on Diverse Families:

Let’s Become Unified

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jan 21, 2025

The church can be unified because the Trinity is unified and it is a direction that Jesus' wants for us.

Let’s Become Unified Luke 8:19-21 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 8:19 Now His mother and brothers came to Him, and they were unable to get to Him because of the crowd. 20 And it was reported to Him, “Your mother and Your brothers are standing outside, wishing to see You.” 21 But He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:19-21

Denomination: United Methodist

We Bless The God Who Blesses Us (Ephesians 1:1-14) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Sep 2, 2025

Paul's whole letter, and our whole lives, start right here, at a place of gratitude and praise toward God, for what He's done for us "in Christ."

An opening note for my readers of this series: Roughly 8 years ago?, I wrote a series of sermons on Ephesians. I wrote them at a time of "almost." Academically/exegetically, I was "almost" comfortable with discourse analysis (Steve Runge style), but I had little idea how to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Barrier Of Protection

Contributed by Joel Bernardino on Dec 25, 2025

Everyone desires protection from danger—especially when it comes to our health, safety, family, and future. In our passage, we clearly see what the Bible calls the hedge of God’s protection around Job. Satan himself admitted that he could not touch Job unless God allowed it.

BARRIER OF PROTECTION Pastor Joel Bernardino – December 26, 2025 Job 1:10, “Have you not put a hedge around him and his household and everything he has?” Today, I would like to talk about how God protects His children. Everyone desires protection from danger—especially when it comes to our ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:6-12

"simon Says...." Part Two: Re-Thinking Possible Series

Contributed by Martin Wright on Jun 10, 2025

In part two of our "Simon Says..." preaching series we find Jesus challenging Simon Peter (and challenging us as well) to re-think what is possible with God's help. What might happen if you invited Jesus into your home, into your career, into your circumstance?

“SIMON SAYS” REFLECTING UPON THE JOURNEY OF ONE WHO FOLLOWED JESUS. PART TWO: RE-THINKING POSSIBLE Jesus Heals Peter’s Mother-in-law and Others Luke 4:38-41 (See also Matthew 8:14-17 and Mark 1:29-34) 38 Jesus left the synagogue and went to the home of Simon. Now Simon’s mother-in-law is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:38-41, Matthew 8:14-17, Mark 1:29-34, James 5:13-15, Isaiah 55:6, Luke 4:40-41, John 16:33, Matthew 14:22-33, Acts 2:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Keeper Of The Spring

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on May 7, 2025

mother's day "how they are keeper's of the 'living water" spring of faith for their children

In Jesus Holy Name May 13,2025 II Timothy 1:4; 3:14,15 “The Keeper of the Spring” The late Peter Marshall, for several years was the chaplain of the United States Senate, He used to love to tell the story of "The Keeper of the Spring,"1 about a quiet forest dweller ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14, 2 Timothy 1:5

Denomination: Lutheran

A Covenant Of Love

Contributed by Brian Williams on May 13, 2025

In a day when everyone is doing what is right in their own eyes, loyalty and love for others, for their families and especially for God stands out in this world.

Let’s turn to Ruth 1:1-22 1 Now it came about in the days when the judges governed, that there was a famine in the land. And a man of Bethlehem in Judah went to reside in the land of Moab with his wife and his two sons. 2 The name of the man was Elimelech, and the name of his wife, Naomi; and ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Blesses Isaac (Genesis 26)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 4, 2024

We all face potential family problems. The patriarchs were no exception. Let's look at Isaac's family in Genesis 26.

The patriarchs had all the normal family problems that most of us experience. It seems there is always trouble in the human sphere, someone we don’t get along with, someone who brings trouble of some kind. Yet, in the midst of troubles there is faith. Is there also faith in us? Let’s look at ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"International Women’s Day Message” - 8th March

Contributed by Dr. Addanki Raju on Mar 7, 2026

Theme: “The Strength, Dignity, and Transforming Power of Women”

________________________________________ “International Women’s Day Message” Theme: “The Strength, Dignity, and Transforming Power of Women” 8th March ________________________________________ 1. Introduction – A Moment to Reflect Respected elders, dear friends, brothers and sisters, Today, we ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10

Carry Them To Jesus Series

Contributed by Kory Labbe on Feb 7, 2026

Faith was never meant to be lived alone. In Mark 2, we discover that sometimes the boldest belief isn’t found in the person who is healed—but in the friends who refuse to leave them where they are and carry them to Jesus.

Introduction– There are moments in life when faith feels strong. And there are moments when faith feels… heavy. Heavy because of grief. Heavy because of exhaustion. Heavy because you’ve prayed the same prayer longer than you ever expected to. And here’s the truth we don’t say out loud enough in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The True, Biblical Church Of God. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 27, 2024

In today's diverse religious Doctrines and Divisions, it's essential to understand what constitutes the true, biblical Church of God.

In today's diverse religious Doctrines and Divisions, it's essential to understand what constitutes the true, biblical Church of God. This sermon explores the Bible's teachings on the characteristics, purpose, and unity of the Church, helping us discern the authentic body of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42, Ephesians 2:20, John 17:21, Matthew 28:18-20, Revelation 3:1  (view more)  (view less)

Collaboration That Isn't Competition Series

Contributed by Kelvin Parks on Mar 17, 2026

C3PT: Collaboration. God designed the body with diverse gifts for the common good. Competition kills the culture. The table is set and there is room for everyone.

LITURGICAL OPENING — PSALM 34:1-8 • I will bless the Lord at all times: his praise shall continually be in my mouth. • My soul shall make her boast in the Lord: the humble shall hear thereof, and be glad. • O magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt his name together. • I sought the Lord, and he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-7, Luke 14:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

Know The Stratagem Of Our Enemy!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 13, 2005

Our enemy has a basic stratagem against God’s people. The first stradegy is to steal, kill, and destroy. The second stratagem is digression, diversion, divison, and death.

KNOW THE STRATAGEM OF YOUR ENEMY! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. PEOPLE NEVER PLAN TO FAIL, THEY FAIL BECAUSE THEY NEVER DEVELOPED A PLAN. A. Without a plan people drift where ever the current flows. B. Without a game plan how can you evaluate where you are as compared to where ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Spiritual Bond PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Understand and embrace the unity in diversity within the Church, as each member has a unique role to play in the Body of Christ, just like the different parts of a physical body.

Good morning, family. Today, we will explore the profound message in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31, which talks about the unity of Jesus' Body, the power of diversity, and the bond of deep friendship. But before we delve into the Word, let's begin with a quote from A.W Tozer, "Has it ever occurred to you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Topics: Unity, Friendship

Prioritizing Loved Ones Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 21, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical perspective on prioritizing loved ones and why it's crucial to keep them at the forefront of our lives.

As humans, we often face problems and challenges that can be overwhelming and all-consuming. However, it's essential to remember that these problems should never take precedence over the people we love. In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical perspective on prioritizing loved ones and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-3, Galatians 6:2, Proverbs 11:14

Unity For The Sake Of The Community

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jan 20, 2012

My talk for the 2012 service of unity organised by Churches Together in Billericay (CTB). Jesus prayed for unity amongst believers so that the community would see and believe that Jesus was sent by God. It was a prayer for unity for the sake of the wider

The church is the body of Christ; but have you ever thought about what it would be like if the members of our physical bodies behaved like the members of the spiritual body sometimes do? For example, one day the heart says, “You know, I’m just stuck in a rut. For the last 43 years all ...read more

Scripture: John 17:13-23

Denomination: Anglican