Sermons on Emptiness:

Worthy Of Honor

Contributed by Ed Lu on Dec 17, 2024

Paul is teaching Timothy how to be a caretaker of people. That’s essentially what leaders are. Good leaders must know how to treat others. How to empower others. And how to uphold standards.

Worthy of Honor 1 Timothy 5 What is the single most valuable thing in this room? In your car, house, at the restaurant, on a plane, in the office? You and the people who matter in your life. Family is a sacred entity to God. He designed it. He blessed it. And He keeps an album of it. The ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Scam PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 5, 2023

This sermon explores the dangers of deception and misdirection, emphasizing the importance of discernment and the power of God's Word in overcoming these challenges.

Good morning, dear church family. We are here today, gathered in unity, in love, and in faith. We are here today, not by accident, but by the divine appointment of our loving Father. We are here today, to share in the Word of God, to grow in our understanding, and to be fortified in our faith. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:3

Topics: Scam

Paul's Appeal For Unity PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 12, 2023

Emphasizes the importance of unity within the church, grounded in the gospel of Jesus Christ, to strengthen the church and glorify God.

Good morning, dear friends. I am thrilled to stand before you today, not merely as a speaker, but as a fellow pilgrim, walking hand in hand with each of you on this path of faith we tread. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. God, in His infinite wisdom and boundless love, has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Topics: House Divided, Unity

More Than Enough PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 4, 2024

This sermon explores experiencing God's abundance, magnifying Jesus in our lives, and witnessing the multiplication of blessings through His involvement, using Luke 5:1-10 as a guide.

Grace to you and peace, brothers and sisters, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. I am thrilled to stand before you today, not because of who I am, but because of who He is - Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, the one who abundantly showers us with His love, magnifies His presence in our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-10

Topics: Abundance, Sufficiency

Reunion With God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024

This sermon explores the significance of Jesus Christ's crucifixion and resurrection, emphasizing their impact on our faith and the promise of eternal life.

Welcome, beloved friends and family, to this blessed gathering where we come together to draw nearer to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are all united here today, not by chance, but by the divine love that binds us, a love so profound that it was manifested in the most extraordinary sacrifice ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:50-51

Topics: Reason, Finished Work, Cross

"Fasting”

Contributed by Dr. Addanki Raju on Mar 6, 2026

Drawing Closer to God through Self-Denial

“FASTING” Drawing Closer to God through Self-Denial ________________________________________ Introduction: Why Does the Church Ask Us to Fast? Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, In this sacred season of Lent, the Church invites us to walk a path of interior renewal. We are invited to deepen our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18, Matthew 4:1-2

Paul's Courage Before Them - Part 1 Of 13 Series

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Jun 3, 2003

Having addressed the subject of Salvation and the Second Coming in the first chapter, Paul now turns to address Service and the Second Coming of Christ in chapter 2 of 1 Thessalonians.

“Service and the Second Coming” - Part 1 of 13 1 Thessalonians 2:1-20 "Paul’s Courage Before Them" 1 Thessalonians 2:1-2 I. Paul’s COURAGE before the Thessalonians. (vv. 1-4). A. His APPROACH towards them was not in vain. (v.1) entrance was neither empty-handed nor fruitless 1 Thessalonians ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Grace--A Sufficient Resource

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jul 5, 2005

This sermon explains how God’s grace is a sufficient resource for our needs.

Is there a resource that is sufficient for our every need? The apostle Paul explains how the grace of God is a multi-faceted resource that meets every need in our lives. 1. Grace is a resource to empty us of pride (7) 2. Grace is a resource when we need assurance rather than answers (8) ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

When You're In Love

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

The characteristics of true love.

When You’re In Love 1 John 4:9 - 10 I. What love is not - Love is not a feeling - Love is not an emotion - Love is not an act II. How do I know when it’s love - Love consumes - we are always on God’s heart is the reverse true? - Love is blind - God sees each of us as His creation...do ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Whats The Big Deal About Easter?

Contributed by Mark Atherton on Apr 17, 2001

Explains why Easter changes everything

-------Easter changes everything Black Friday to Good Friday ordinary grave to the empty tomb weeping women-to the first messengers of the goodnews peter-to the man who preached at Pentecost Doubting Thomas-my lord and my god Sabbath-to Lords day fearful disciples to 11 men who changed the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-19

Denomination: Holiness

Hannah's Prayer

Contributed by Aaron Householder on May 7, 2007

A Mother’s Day sermon with application for all Christians about brokenness, faith, & freedom.

1. The Prayers of Broken Heart are… poured out to God (1-16) a. The state of being: i. Despair (8) ii. Distress (10) iii. Depression (11) b. The action of doing: i. Submission (11a) ii. Sacrifice (11b) iii. Speechless (12-13) Brokenness finds faith. 2. The Prayers of an Empty Heart are… heard by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

He Is Risen!

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 27, 2012

In Jesus’ death and resurrection, we have forgiveness of sins and the hope of eternal salvation.

He Is Risen! March 23, 2008 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: In Jesus’ death and resurrection, we have forgiveness of sins and the hope of eternal salvation. Focus Passage: Luke 24:1-12 Supplemental Passage: (1 Corinthians 15:55) "O DEATH, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Contender

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 24, 2013

Contending for the faith is not winning arguments. It is much harder. It involves difficult things like prayer and displays of mercy.

1. Swedish Military The Swedish military has cut back from around-the-clock-operations to a 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. schedule, Monday through Friday only. Sound crazy? It's true. Some people want to be Christians on Sunday (or Sunday morning only) and then just like all other people the rest of the ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:3-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Overcoming The World Series

Contributed by Derek Melanson on Apr 7, 2006

Jesus’ death and resurrection represents a D-Day for Christians, even if V-Day is still a little while off.

“Overcoming the World” John 16: 16 – 33 Introduction: D-Day and V-Day 1. How many people here recognize this date: June 6, 1944? On June 6, 1944, a date known ever since as D-Day, a mighty armada crossed a narrow strip of sea from England to Normandy, France, and cracked the Nazi grip on western ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-33

Denomination: Baptist

Following Jesus Into Holiness Series

Contributed by Steve Lotze on Jan 30, 2006

Seventh in the Following Jesus series.

Following Jesus into Holiness Nov. 6, 2005 Various These are my actual notes and sermon handouts and they probably mean more to me than they do to you. If you don’t understand something in my notes – feel free to e-mail me for clarification (stevenmary7@hotmail.com). Here’s some deciphering ...read more

Scripture: John 17:15-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational