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Ask Not Don't Gripe

Contributed by John Stackhouse on Apr 13, 2016

stressing the importance of asking God for everything.

A small Oklahoma town had two churches and one distillery. Members of both churches complained that the distillery was giving the community a bad image. And to make matters worse, the owner of the distillery was an out-spoken atheist. He didn’t believe in God one bit. The church people tried ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-31

Denomination: Nazarene

Unceasing Thanks-Giving Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 9, 2018

God's will is for us to be thankful in all situations.

1. Seconds A soldier stationed on an island of the Philippines during WW II told this story: “Although the region was secure, sometimes the enemy tried to infiltrate our food storage area. One such adversary, dressed in GI clothing, once worked himself into the noontime chow line. Our camp cook ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Third Sunday Of Easter, Year C- "You Will Find Something” John 21:6

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Apr 25, 2025

In the spirit of allegory

They caught one hundred fifty-three large fish. Why was the actual number mentioned, does it mean something? Theories abound, with most saying it’s an allegorical number. For example, St. Jerome saw 153 as representing all the known fish species which represents the catholicity or universality ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Catholic

The Parable Of A Woman Nick Named Y.a.m.

Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on Aug 19, 2002

A sermon of encouragement for women who are feeling unworthy and have low self-esteem.

Evangelist Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks The Ministry of S.A.R.A.H. (Serenity*Atonement*Restoration & Healing) Lyons, Georgia Prayer- Dear Father in Heaven- We woke up this morning thanking You once more for your goodness. Whatever problems we faced yesterday are a part of our past and we can’t ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-19, Psalm 139:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Coming To Dinner?

Contributed by Keith Broyles on Dec 4, 2007

Even when our plates seem empty our cups run over with the love of God.

**** Author’s Note: This sermon was done as a "Chalk Talk" a picture was drawn in pastels as the sermon was preached. **** Denise blew her nose and wiped her eyes on the hem of her apron. It was silly for her to be crying over a turkey even if it was the day before Thanksgiving. She filled the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

Having A Heart Of Thanksgiving

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Nov 20, 2010

Being and having a Thankful heart. A Thanksgivng sermon.

A heart of Thanksgiving Psalm 103 Introduction Psalm 103 Here David reflects on his life. He reflects on God’s goodness. God’s forgiveness. On all of God’s benefits of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-22

Denomination: Nazarene

Thy Will Be Done

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Mar 16, 2020

As we look down the barrel of the corona virus, we can’t forget Who is mightier than this sickness. Let’s pray Thy will be done, because we know what God’s great will is.

Sermon- Thy will be done - I’m setting back & taking in what all is happening in our world today. - We have Covid19 (the corona virus) over 3,000 people have died - We have the flu - over 16,000 have died - We have tornadoes tearing apart lives & homes - Earthquakes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Missionary And The Tuna Fish Sandwich

Contributed by Alvan Lewis on Nov 17, 2020

How are the dead in Christ raised? Especially those who have suffered great trauma in death.

The Missionary and the Tuna Fish Sandwich Back in the mid 1800’s there was this missionary serving in the darkest of Africa. One day he was out on his circuit going from village to village preaching the Gospel. In one place he had to travel through this very dangerous and heavily wooded ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:35-58

Denomination: Anglican

What Needs To Be Washed?

Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Dec 27, 2009

What is baptism - what is washed?

Concordia Lutheran Church Twelfth Sunday of Pentecost – August 22, 2009 What Needs to be Washed? Mark 7:1-13 and Eph 5:21-33 † In Jesus Name † May the grace, the mercy and peace of God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ, that was given to you when you were washed in the waters of baptism ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Moving From Fear To Confidence

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 15, 2002

This sermon gives ways that we can overcome fear and replace that fear with confidence in God.

October 14, 2001 2 Timothy 1:7 “Moving from fear to confidence” INTRODUCTION One February evening, Louise Degrafinried heard the rustling of leaves outside her Tennessee home, and she cautiously peered out the window. She knew that five men had escaped from the nearby Fort Pillow State ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

The At Risk Generation

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 21, 2002

We study how the Wine, Dine, and Whine attitude of seeking pleasure and entertainment, that is putting this generation AT RISK!

THE AT RISK GENERATION. PLEASURE SEEKERS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Philippians 3: 19 WHOSE END IS DESTRUCTION, WHOSE god IS THEIR BELLY, AND WHOSE GLORY IS IN THEIR SHAME, WHO MIND EARTHLY THINGS. Hebrews 11:25 Choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:19, Hebrews 11:25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Narnia: My Turkish Delight Series

Contributed by Mike Evans on Dec 19, 2005

We find freedom when we bring our desires into the light and trust God will be true to His promises.

My Turkish Delight pt. 3 of 5 Again this week we step into the fantasy world of Narnia. Of course, especially for some of the adults, we need to review some of what we’ve already talked about in this story. It’s important as we walk with God to remember. To review what is true because what is true ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Suicide And The Church Series

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Aug 30, 2004

What does the Bible say about suicide?

Suicide and the Church Hot Potato the Church Wonft Touch #3 I donft think there is anything in this life more heartbreaking than suicide. It affects much more than the one life lost. The family, friends, acquaintances, community and generations to come are affected by the choice to die of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:3-5

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Wrong Ending With A New Beginning

Contributed by Rick Mays on Dec 27, 2008

More people plan how to end a year than begin one. Here are 4 things that will help make the New Year a fulfilling one.

A WRONG ENDING WITH A RIGHT BEGINNING Philippians 3 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ As hard as it is to believe, 2008 will be over in a few days and we will embark on a journey into a brand new year. It is a tradition in our land to put together new year resolutions. Maybe some of you here have already begun ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Night Of Worship

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Mar 10, 2009

Complete Night of Worship service, focused on five aspects of worship from Revelation 4 and 5.

[Begin with lights up] Happy Day [C] Hallelujah to My King [F] [People sit] Pat: In chapters 2 and 3 of the Book of Revelation, Jesus instructs John to write letters to the seven churches of Asia Minor. The last of those letters, the letter to the church at Laodicea, ends with these familiar ...read more

Denomination: Baptist