Sermons on Ecological Welfare:

Godly Leadership Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jun 18, 2012

Just what do we look for in a godly leader?

“A Nation Under God: Godly Leadership” Jer. 22:1-5, 11-17 If the character of our government is to be good, we must put good characters in office. Abigail Adams, wife of the second president of the United States, wrote her husband a letter in which she made the following observation: ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 22:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Oh, That You Would Bless Me!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Nov 20, 2019

It appears that Jabez came from a dysfunctional family, with a mother who tried to lay a guilt-trip upon her son, and a father who is not even mentioned in Israel's genealogy list.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER, RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 ILL. During some of the darkest days of the American Revolution, after the Continental Army had experienced several defeats, a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10, Ephesians 1:3, Genesis 12:2, Psalm 37:23-25, Genesis 6:5-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

John Series Part 12 Revelation 3: Jesus Knows All Men, Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Nov 7, 2021

This is a brief passage packed full of powerful truths. Jesus revealed that He knew all men. 1. Fact 1: many believed in Jesus (v.23). 2. Fact 2: Jesus did not commit nor entrust Himself to men (vv.24–25).

John Series Part 12 Revelation 3: Jesus Knows All Men, John 2:23–25 Pastor Rodney A. Fry, MA, MDIV, MS, LPC 11/7/21 (2:23–25) Introduction: this is a brief passage packed full of powerful truths. Jesus revealed that He knew all men. 1. Fact 1: many believed in Jesus (v.23). 2. Fact 2: Jesus did not ...read more

Scripture: John 2:23-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Purpose Of The Law

Contributed by Lee Houston on Oct 11, 2024

How important is the Law: Jesus said, Matthew 5:18, “For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled.”

The Title: The Purpose of the Law Scripture: Matthew 5:18, Romans: 7-12 Reason for this sermon: Twice I have led Bible studies through the 613 laws in the Pentateuch. It was amazing. The people “ate the studies up” for much of what Jesus said came directly from the Law. I hope this sermon ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:18

The Spirit Of Potiphar

Contributed by Abimbola Salu on Oct 18, 2025

The story of Joseph in the Bible is a lesson in resilience, courage, tenacity and forbearance in the face of adversity.

The story of Joseph in the Bible is a lesson in resilience, courage, tenacity and forbearance in the face of adversity. Joseph was born into a family plagued by sibling rivalry and envy. His mother, Rachael, was the preferred choice of his father, Jacob, but he was tricked into marrying her ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:20, 1 Corinthians 6:18

Denomination: Baptist

Timothy Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on May 6, 2023

Who would Apostle Paul chose to send to Philippi to handle disunity issues that were tearing the church apart other than Timothy his beloved, spiritual son who always put Christ first by putting the interests of others above that of his own!

A Living Example: Timothy Philippians 2:19-24 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 After having described in a hymn the ultimate example of what it meant to be a humble, obedient servant who looks out for the interests of others; Paul now gave two examples of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

Do Not Grow Weary In Doing Good

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Apr 15, 2024

Right in the middle of warning the ones who were being lazy and taking advantage of others, Paul tells the church that it should not discourage them from doing what was right and good.

Alba 4-21-2024 DO NOT GROW WEARY IN DOING GOOD II Thessalonians 3:6-15 You may have heard the quote: “Do all the good you can, to all the people you can, in all the ways you can, as often as you can, and as long as you can.” I was looking up that quote and found that it has been attributed to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wedding Message

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 9, 2001

Some practical advice in a wedding message.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX (This message has been adapted from the comments of others. I hope that it might provide you with some ideas, too.) __________, __________, in just a few minutes you will publicly express your love, & pledge yourselves to each other ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Ephesians 5:22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Intercessory Prayer

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 31, 2007

A message focusing on praying for others.

INTERCESSORY PRAYER 1 Timothy 2:1-3 INTRO: As I was visiting with the family of someone in the hospital recently I asked, “Is there anything we can do for you?” She replied, “Just pray for us.” After a service recently, one of the ladies of the congregation said to me as she left the church, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph

Contributed by Mitch Davis on Jun 22, 2007

Joseph (son of Jacob) was truly a faithful man who convictingly went to his death awaiting the fulfillment of God’s promise of Canaan. It is his trust in God’s promise and His providential care that makes him a great example for our faith.

Joseph Theme: A man of great faith, especially at his death. INTRODUCTION A. Joseph (in Genesis) is one of the better if not most well known of Bible characters. 1. Children learn about Joseph and his “coat of many colors.” 2. Stories are told of his sold into slavery, placed in prison, or his ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love Never Fails

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Sep 3, 2006

A sermon suitable for a wedding, with an emphasis on the working out of love in our lives of the ’rules for living’ given in the 13th Chapter of First Corinthians

LOVE NEVER FAILS If I could write a book in which I could give a guaranteed method for a happy, prosperous, successful marriage, then I am sure that it would be a ‘best seller’. However, one of the problems in marriage is people! Of course, we cannot have a marriage without people, and this is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Cry Out Loud

Contributed by Donato Solano on Jan 18, 2006

God is always waiting for us to cry unto Him when we are in trouble. Crying out to Him is not a sign of weakness but of strength. It is a sign of strength of faith in the Lord.

INTRODUCTION A popular female song goes like this, “Don’t cry out loud!” I don’t personally know the whole song but it is seemingly trying to suppress us from letting others know that we are in trouble and asking somebody else’s help. It is different from what God in His word is saying to us. He ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Deepening Your Faith Through Giving Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jan 30, 2006

A challenge to give generously to the Lord.

The apostle Peter writes, But do not ignore this one fact, beloved, that with the Lord one day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like one day” (2 Peter 3:8 NRSV). An economist who read this verse was quite amazed and talked to God about it. “Lord, is it true that a thousand years ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Part I: A Matter Of Confession

Contributed by Joe Harding on Mar 30, 2003

ONLY WHEN WE ARE WILLING TO CONFESS IS GOD OBIGATED TO ANSWER OUR PRAYER!

PRAYER PART I: A MATTER OF CONFESSION NEHEMIAH 1: 1 – 11 FEBRUARY 9, 2003 INTRODUCTION: A NATIONAL PRAYER OF REPENTANCE Joe Wright is the pastor of Central Christian Church in Wichita, KS. On January 23, 1996, He was asked to be the guest chaplain for the Kansas State House in Topeka. He prayed a ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Five "Ts" Of Stewardship Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 17, 2005

Stewardship involves more than money. In fact there are five areas of stewardship. It is my desire to preach the Bible during the entire sermon. Please note all points and sub-points are tied to the scripture. This sermon is expository in style, you w

FAITHFUL IN THE FIVE "Ts" 1 Cor 4:1-5 1 Let a man regard us in this manner, as servants of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God. 2 In this case, moreover, it is required of stewards that one be found trustworthy. 3 But to me it is a very small thing that I should be examined by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5

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