Sermons on Doing Nothing:

See What God Can Do

Contributed by Robert Dovenmuehle on Jan 14, 2013

Do you doubt that God can use you because you don't have any talents? Rely on the power of God who can turn five loaves and two fish into a meal for thousands.

Grace, mercy, and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in the fellowship of the Holy Spirit. The Guinness Book of World Records says the largest picnic in history occurred in Britain when over 8300 people picnicked together in 2009, well, sort of together. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Why Do We Need Relationships? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 8, 2013

This is the fourth message in a series from the book of Ecclesiastes that examines Solomon's wisdom in regard to the mistakes that he had made in his life. This message examines why God has wired us to need and desire relationships.

Dear Diary, “Every time I open myself up for a relationship I get kicked in the teeth. Why do we need relationships? Why should take the risk of being hurt again?” If you are like me you have been hurt and betrayed by someone you thought was your friend. These experiences really cause ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Devil Made Me Do It!

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jun 9, 2018

Adam and Eve show us what NOT to do when it comes to sin. Instead of trying to hide from God and shift the blame, confess your sin to God, repent of your wrong by turning back to God, and receive God's total forgiveness. Only then will you find peace.

Genesis 3:8-15 The Devil Made Me Do It! After reviewing their finances, a husband and wife decided it was time to tighten up, to spend less and save more. A day later, the wife was out shopping and found the dress of her dreams. It cost way too much, but she had to have it. When she showed it to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Really Know God?

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Nov 8, 2022

Many people in the world today know ABOUT God, but don't really KNOW Him personally. Most people when they say they know God, mean they've heard of Him and about Him. But don't really know Him. My question to you today is, "Do YOU REALLY know God?"

We live in a self-important society. We take personality tests. We use social media to broadcast what is on our mind. We hear slogans that tell us we’re due something or we deserve a reward. But, in order to live in such a way that God is most glorified, we must pursue a greater knowledge of Him. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

When You Fast Do Not Exploit! Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Vivek Gundimi on Mar 13, 2019

Indeed it has become quite a challenge to practice the discipline of fasting from food in a society today which is dominated by changing work environments, time structures, consumerism and many health concerns at large.

When you Fast do not exploit A very challenging theme this morning: “When you fast do not exploit”. Indeed it has become quite a challenge to practice the discipline of fasting from food in a society today which is dominated by changing work environments, time structures, consumerism and many ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:17, 1 Corinthians 7:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

Do We Really Trust God Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Sep 17, 2017

If we trust God with our eternity, why don't we trust him with our wallets? Giving is an act of Faith.

Malachi 3:8–10 Opening Illustrations: A country pastor was talking to his farmer friend, and he asked the farmer, “If you had one hundred horses, would you give me fifty?” The farmer said, “Certainly.” The pastor asked, “If you had one hundred cows, would you give me fifty?” The farmer said, “I ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Naaman: Do Not Despise Small Things

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Apr 29, 2024

A message about how small things can turn into something big.

Title: Small Things Text: 2 Kings 5 Opening Scripture 2 Kings 5:1 Now Naaman, commander of the army of the king of Syria, was a great and honorable man in the eyes of his master, because by him the Lord had given victory to Syria. He was also a mighty man of valor, but a leper. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-17

Denomination: Church Of God

What To Do When Facing Adversity

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 10, 2024

Adversity hits all of us. St. Paul says it is what you do when adversity hits that is important.

What To Do When Facing Adversity 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 13 But having the same spirit of faith, according to what is written, “I BELIEVED, THEREFORE I SPOKE,” we also believe, therefore we also speak, 14 knowing that He who raised the Lord Jesus will raise us ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

How Do I Become A Christian?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 24, 2021

So you've looked at the arguments for God, the Bible, and Jesus. You've decided there is enough evidence to take a reasonable leap of faith. Or you just know in your heart there is a God, something bigger than you. What's next?

So you've looked at the arguments for God, the Bible, and Jesus. You've decided there is enough evidence to take a reasonable leap of faith. Or you just know in your heart there is a God, something bigger than you. What's next? What does it mean to be a Christian, a follower of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Salvation Army

What Is In Your Hand Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

Our call to service means using whatever gifts and opportunities God places in our hands. Nothing more; nothing less.

What’s In Your Hand? Exodus 3-4 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: A college professor, an avowed atheist, told his class that he intended to prove to them that God didn’t exist. Addressing the ceiling he shouted: "God, if you are real, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Are We To Do If There Is A Tater Family In Our Church?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 8, 2023

Although the title to this message mentions a Tater Family, the passage of Scripture speaks about the servants working with the pounds. Do Christians of today resemble the servants in the Scripture?

This is the story about the pounds. This story tells of a certain nobleman who received a kingdom, and it showed the followers of Jesus what they were to do during the time between when Jesus would leave and his Second Coming. The followers were to be unwavering and fruitful while he was gone. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"I Am Doing Something New"

Contributed by Don Schultz on Feb 19, 2003

What new thing did God do for Israel? What new thing does God do for us?

Isaiah 43:18-25: “I AM DOING A NEW THING” We like new things, don’t we? There’s always something new, something different, something better, than what we have right now. A new phone. A new computer. New clothes. There’s always new technology, new styles. Right now, one of the best places to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Neither Do I Condemn You

Contributed by Sigurd Grindheim on Feb 4, 2006

Sermon on Forgiveness by Jesus.

The apostle Paul says: But if we judged ourselves, we would not come under judgment (1 Cor 11:31). They came before the son of God and asked him to pass judgment. I am not sure they knew what they were doing. This was the son of God, the creator of heaven and earth, the omnipotent, the one with ...read more

Scripture: John 8:2-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Do I Need The Bible?

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Oct 14, 2002

What the Bible is to the Believer and why it is so important to us!!!

Why Do I Need The Bible? Psalm 119:11; Psalm 19:7-14 Heb. 4:12-13; 1 Peter 1:23-25 Pastor Greg Mc Donald I want to start this mornings message with asking you a question. “Why Do I Need The Bible? What’s so great about this Book? If I was to ask you this question, what would you say to me? ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:11, Hebrews 4:12-13

What Do You Call Sin??

Contributed by Wendell Blackburn on Apr 19, 2005

The Names we have, and God has for sin!!!

WHAT DO YOU CALL SIN? Isaiah 59: 1-5 What is sin??? What do you call it?? The Webster dictionary calls it: An Offensive against religious or moral law A Transgression of the Law of God!!! Augustine said Sin is believing the lie, that you are self created, or self dependent, or self ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal