Sermons on Division Of Labor:

"And Then He Raised The Knife...!"

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 14, 2017

It wasn't enough to travel 3 days, or build the altar, or stack on the wood, or bind his son, or even to place his son on the altar. God waited until the great Patriarch raised the knife! Why wait so long? Why does God take us to the edge?

"AND THEN HE RAISED THE KNIFE...!" Genesis 22:1-14 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. There are times when even doing what is right seems like it will backfire on you. Old habits are hard to break. 2. One guy invariably left off the cap to the toothpaste and for years his wife had hounded him about it. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Judgment Of Eve Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 24, 2021

The judgment here upon Eve is not to be taken as a universal punishment of all women because of her sin. This is Eve's personal penalty for her sin.

When W. C. Fields was deathly sick his friend Gene Fowler dropped in on him and caught him reading the Bible. Fowler was astounded, for Fields had never found any use for the Bible other than to prop up his martini. Fowler said, "Bill I am deeply touched." "Don't bother, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:16-19

10 James 5:1-12 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 31, 2021

This is the 10th of 11 Studies on the Bok of James, which contains a warning to the rich and also words of comfort to those who are facing persecution on account of their faith.

James 5:1-6 Come now, you rich, weep and howl for your miseries that are coming upon you! 2 Your riches are corrupted, and your garments are moth-eaten. 3 Your gold and silver are corroded, and their corrosion will be a witness against you and will eat your flesh like fire. You have heaped up ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-12, 1 Thessalonians 4:15-18, Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"In A Manner Of Speaking": 'the Wheat And The Tares' [part Five]

Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Oct 1, 2016

as with all of Jesus’ parables there is “a message behind the message,” and this parable is no different. In a word, it’s not only important what Jesus said, but what He did not say!

Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, March 14, 2010 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter In a Manner of Speaking: The Parable of “The Wheat and the Tares” Matthew 13:24-30; 36-43 There are several interesting facets to this particular ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lesson 13: To Work With Their Hands Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 1, 2018

It is possible to sin by trying to do too much, attempting so much that we cannot do anything the way it should be done to the glory of God.

8/15/18 Tom Lowe Lesson 13: To Work With Their Hands (1Thessalonians 4:11) Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:11 (NIV) “and to make it your ambition to lead a quiet life: You should mind your own business and work with your hands, just as we told you,” Lesson 13 Introduction Thessalonica was a big ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:11

Denomination: Baptist

Pastor Anniversary PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 20, 2024

This sermon encourages appreciation and esteem for pastors, God's chosen servants, who guide us through spiritual trials with divine wisdom and love.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's truly a joy to gather together in this sacred space, bound by our shared love for the Lord and our desire to grow ever closer to Him. Today, we find ourselves on the cusp of a new understanding, standing at the threshold of a deeper appreciation for those ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13

Topics: Called By God

Man Of Valor PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

To encourage trust in God during difficult times, embody the traits of valor by willingly shouldering burdens, and to rest assured in God's faithfulness to fulfill His promises.

Hello everyone, welcome to today's sermon. I'm so glad you're all here as we tackle the truths found in Genesis 30:18 & 49:14-15. Trusting God in difficult times, the traits of a man of valor, and God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises - these are the themes that we will explore today. Let's ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 30:18, Genesis 49:14-15

Topics: Trusting God

Its Harvest Time

Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Jan 5, 2004

ITS HARVEST TIME

ITS HARVEST TIME JOHN:4:34-38 11/20/00 INTRODUCTION:THE fourth chapter of the gospel of John is a chapter of surprises. In chapter 4:9 a woman was surprised that Jesus spoke to her. In verse 39 she was surprised that Jesus knew all about her. In verse 31-34 the disciples were surprised that ...read more

Scripture: John 4:34-38

Denomination: Baptist

How Christians Grow As A Group

Contributed by David Scudder on Sep 22, 2008

In order for everyone to benefit from the church the way God intends, we must know how we should relate to each other. This includes how the congregation should relate to the pastors and how the pastors should relate to the congregation.

How Christians Grow As a Group I Thessalonians 5:9-13 Purpose: To show believers how to act toward other believers. Aim: I want the listener to work at encouraging the leadership. INTRODUCTION: Too many Christians come to church to get something. For most church goers the thought of connecting ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:9-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Responding To The Seasons Of Life Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 16, 2009

7th in a series from Ecclesiastes. We can’t change the seasons of life - we can only choose how we respond to them.

It has been said that there are four seasons to a man’s life: • There is the time when he believes in Santa Claus. • There is the time when he no longer believes in Santa Claus. • There is the time when he is Santa Claus. • There is the time when he looks like Santa Claus. I also found a couple of ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Heartily And Orderly

Contributed by Grady Henley on Dec 31, 2004

Take your ministry seriously. Do it heartily and orderly

Heartily and Orderly Grady (Doc) Henley 4 Jan. 2002 INTRODUCTION: Prov. 10:26 As vinegar to the teeth, and as smoke to the eyes, so is the sluggard to them that send him. Have you ever worked with or attempted to work an employee that was a sluggard by nature? Such a soul will indeed set your ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:26

Denomination: Baptist

Missional

Contributed by John Knight on Jul 22, 2003

What it means to be "mission" driven for the Kingdom

Missional April 14, 2002 Matthew 28:16-20 "Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. And when they saw him they worshiped him; but some doubted. And Jesus came and said to them, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Holiness

The Many Ways And The One Work Of God Series

Contributed by Richard White on Oct 24, 2008

Are we in the process of building a Church or saving souls.

The many ways and the One work of GOD Acts 11:19-30 (Title taken from another sermon) It is interesting to see how God works in many ways to achieve the one goal, evangelize the world There was a man who approached two laborers. “What are you doing?” the man asked the first laborer. “Can’t you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Can't Get No Satisfaction Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 25, 2009

4th in a series from Ecclesiastes. Joy in life comes from the journey, not the destination.

On June 5, 1965, the Rolling Stones released their single “I Can’t Get No Satisfaction” which went on to be their first number one hit in the U.S. The song was a response to the rampant commercialism that the band had observed in America. But the idea behind the song was certainly nothing new. When ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Appreciating Your Pastoral Leadership

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Aug 17, 2020

Paul exhorts his readers concerning their relationship with their elders.

As I considered speaking from the following passage of Scripture, I initially felt a little uncomfortable because I was exhorting and admonishing God’s people in an area in which I was personally involved. It is similar to a single mom who has to teach a child that giving a present to his mother ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible