Sermons on Dutiful:

Drop The Stones

Contributed by Michael Adams on Nov 22, 2018

A message on people in the church trying to put on the Pharisee's face and call others out on their sin.

Drop the Stones John 8:1-11 1. Jesus went unto the mount of Olives. 2 And early in the morning he came again into the temple, and all the people came unto him; and he sat down, and taught them. 3 And the scribes and Pharisees brought unto him a woman taken in adultery; ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Cruel Bondage

Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 21, 2014

God expect us to step into His Hand and leave everything in His care.

Cruel bondage! Exodus 6:9”So Moses spoke thus to the children of Israel; but they did not heed Moses, because of anguish of spirit and cruel bondage.” I had worked for a few years for one of the Sheraton Hotels and had watched the workers slogging day in and day out, at the hotel. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 6:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Another Sad Song Of The Vineyard

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 24, 2014

Are we about to reject the Rock of our salvation?

ANOTHER SAD SONG OF THE VINEYARD. Matthew 21:33-46. The vineyard is a well-known motif for Israel (cf. Isaiah 5:7). We saw it in the parable of the labourers in the vineyard (Matthew 20:1-16), and in the example of the two sons whose father asked them to go and work in his vineyard (Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Call To Active Watchfulness

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 27, 2014

Are we really ready to meet Him?

A CALL TO ACTIVE WATCHFULNESS. Matthew 25:1-13. The parable of the ten virgins comes on the back of a call to watchfulness, which is illustrated by the faithfulness of a dutiful servant as opposed to the unfaithfulness of an evil servant (Matthew 24:42-51). The contrast is shifted into the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fear Of God (Topical Study)

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 24, 2011

I. EXORDIUM: Illustration: Nov. 1 Fear Day, we don't celebrate it. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General Poor III. OBJECTIVES: To build/plant Fear of God (respect for God) in hearts of the people IV. TEXT: Deuteronomy 6:13 Respect the LORD your God and

I. EXORDIUM: Illustration: Nov. 1 Fear Day, we don't celebrate it. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General Poor III. OBJECTIVES: To build/plant Fear of God (respect for God) in hearts of the people IV. TEXT: Deuteronomy 6:13 Respect the LORD your God and serve only him. You must use only his name to make ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hey Folks It, S Time To Take Inventory

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Sep 9, 2012

Know where you stand today.

HEY FOLKS IT, S TIME TO TAKE INVENTORY Job 16:19 Also now, behold, my witness is in heaven, and my record is on high. Business to inventory one to two times a year it’s a full scale check up of debits and credits stock and sales. We as Christians desperately need to ...read more

Scripture: Job 16:19

Denomination: Baptist

On The Threshold Of A New Year

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 17, 2012

We don’t have to be afraid of the future when we have Jesus leading us.

On the Threshold of a New Year December 30, 2007 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We don’t have to be afraid of the future when we have Jesus leading us. Focus Passage: Numbers 14:1-10 Supplemental Passage: Jeremiah 29:11 'For I know the plans ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 14:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Untrod Paths

Contributed by Craig Benner on Oct 22, 2014

Our past cannot be altered. It is forever sealed. All we can do is work to make a better future. Plod on forward. Don't look back and don't veer to the left or to the right

Traveling on in the Untrod Paths Joshua 3:1-5 1 ¶ And Joshua rose early in the morning; and they removed from Shittim, and came to Jordan, he and all the children of Israel, and lodged there before they passed over. 2 And it came to pass after three days, that the officers went through the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Peter's Arrest And Church's Prayer Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 1, 2021

The war between the political and spiritual leaders is an age-old issue. It exists time immemorial. Religious leaders are raised by God, whereas political leaders inherit from their forefathers, are elected by their citizens through democracy.

Acts 12:1-17 Political and Spiritual Powers 12:01-05 Peter arrested and Church at Prayer 12:06-10 Peter released by an Angel 12:11-17 Peter Escapes to Unknown place Acts 12:01-05 Peter arrested and Church at prayer The war between the political and spiritual leaders is an age-old issue. It ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

What Manner Of Child Shall This Be

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 17, 2020

Events surrounding the birth of John the Baptist.

WHAT MANNER OF CHILD SHALL THIS BE Luke 1:57-66. Not only did the old priest Zacharias and his barren wife Elizabeth PROFESS righteousness, but they were LIVING righteously before God and men (Luke 1:6). This does not mean that they were perfect: the old man initially failed to fully believe ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:57-66

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Recognize The Bonafide

Contributed by George Warner on Aug 30, 2022

Bonafide apostles exist today but there are not many of them

There is an old saying that It takes one to know one. End quote. When a human sees another human the first human knows that the second human is not a dog. When a dog sees another dog the first dog knows that the second dog is not a human. Apostles are rare nowadays. Therefore if you are not an ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:12-15

Partnership With The Holy Spirit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 15, 2024

This sermon encourages active engagement with God's Word and living a life guided by the Spirit, embodying biblical truths in our daily actions.

Welcome, dear family in Christ. It is a joy, a privilege, and a blessing to gather with you today in the house of our Lord. We are here, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the divine drama of redemption, called to play our part in the grand narrative of God's love. We are here, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:5-18

Topics: My Part

Unveiling The Power Of Resurrection SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Easter is a time to revisit the empty tomb and marvel at the power of God, who surpasses our expectations and imaginations.

Today, we will reflect on the story of Easter and the significance of the empty tomb. It is a reminder of God's incredible power, surpassing our understanding and imagination. "When the Sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices so that they might go to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Topics: Easter, Resurrection

Magnifying The Magnificient One

Contributed by Craig Benner on Dec 9, 2024

There are two main magnifying apparatuses: microscopic and telescopic. The correct way to magnify God is via the telescopic method. He is already great and big. We just need to bring His greatness closer for us to appreciate all the more.

Magnification to make bigger, to amplify, to exalt Ps 69:30 ¶ I will praise the name of God with a song, and will magnify him with thanksgiving Ps. 34:3 O magnify the LORD with me, and let us exalt his name together Microscopic- Making something small and minute appear so much bigger. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46, Psalm 69:30, Psalm 34:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Servant Leadership Involves Pain--Even In Election Season

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 16, 2024

One of the two major parties has made abortion this voting cycle their preeminent priority. Let's look at the morality behind that divide.

There is something almost humorous in today’s Gospel pericope. The story has come down to us in two versions. Both place this incident right after Jesus predicted His passion and death for the third time. St. Matthew’s original version pictures Salome, mother of James and John, making the request. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:10-11, Psalm 33:4-5, Hebrews 4:14-16, Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Catholic