Sermons on Empty Serving:

The Bottom Line: The Way I See It Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 8, 2013

This is the final 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 the conclusion Solomon reaches after all of his different pursuits.

Dear Diary, “My life resembles a train wreck, I wish I could get some advice on how to get everything back on track before it’s too late.” There is some great wisdom in nursery rhymes. Consider the words of this timeless classic. “Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall. Humpty Dumpty ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Are You Smiling About?

Contributed by Edward Frey on Dec 11, 2001

Our Lord’s coming gives us a real reason to smile; the joy he brings lasts forever.

Christmas is almost here! Only two more weeks and the whole ordeal will be over for another year! I actually heard someone say that on the radio the other day. Sadly, he’s right. For a lot of people Christmas isn’t a time of happiness, but a time of frustration; it’s not a time for joy, but ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

"12 Convincing Proofs Of The Resurrection Of Jesus Christ!" Series

Contributed by Grady H Moore on Mar 14, 2022

The proof of the resurrection of Jesus is overwhelming to any logical-thinking person. One only has to use common-sense and Biblical evidence to prove that His resurrection did occur. Carefully and logically examine the evidence in the 12 Bible facts listed in this message.

The proof of the resurrection of Jesus is overwhelming to any logical-thinking person. Ask God to give you Holy Spirit insight into the evidences presented in this message. 1. The eyewitness accounts of the empty tomb. Mark 16:1-6, John 20:1-8, Luke 24:10-12. Peter, John, Mary ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-6, John 20:1-8

Faith Of A Foreign Woman

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 22, 2013

Bitter Beginnings, Kindness Shown, Redeemer Found, Unexpected Endings

THE FAITH OF A FOREIGN WOMAN CHAPTER 9, “THE STORY” RUTH 1-4 INTRODUCTION We are studying the Bible this year from the beginning to the end. We are watching as God enfolds His Story for us to see. We are seeing how God weaves together lives, purpose, sin, attitudes, mistakes, humble ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Is The Resurrection Important?

Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 26, 2016

Why is an event that took place over 2,000 years ago so important in our fast paced technically advanced age?

Why Is the Resurrection Important? 1 Corinthians 15:13-28 I want to welcome you here on this beautiful Easter morning. We sometimes call this Sunday, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-28

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Our Pattern Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE PATTERN FOR BOTH HUMBLING OURSELVES AND BEING EXALTED BY GOD IS JESUS CHRIST

BIG IDEA: THE PATTERN FOR BOTH HUMBLING OURSELVES AND BEING EXALTED BY GOD IS JESUS CHRIST 1 Peter 5:6 "Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you at the proper time." Otherwise, if we try to exalt ourselves, God must come along and humble us. Remember the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Live Like Jesus

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 25, 2024

Learning more about what it means to live like Jesus.

Live Like Jesus Various June 23, 2024 I’m calling June the How to Live Like Jesus month. The first 2 weeks we used 2 Chronicles 7:14 as a springboard for talking about what it means to take ownership of our faith and ultimately, live like Jesus. Last week for Father’s Day, it was a call for the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8, Ephesians 4:25-32, Mark 10:45

Denomination: Baptist

How To Make Straight A's In Christian Unity

Contributed by Steve Rutherford on Aug 18, 2005

This sermon challenges listener to Christian unity through our absolute example, Jesus Christ.

School starts this week and I’m sure there are a lot of happy parents and grandparents and sad students. When I was in school I only cared about two subjects, sports and Rachel. So it would come as no surprise that I was an average student at best. I start back to school at the end of this week for ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Made Alive Series

Contributed by John Mccurry on Aug 15, 2007

Easter Series describing what Jesus was made for you and me, thank God He is Alive

Easter Sunday 07 April 8th Jesus Made Alive 1 Peter 3:18 Just as the Drama was played out Jesus died but 3 days later He was Made Alive. Jesus the Son of God was the Word made flesh and lived with mankind. Jesus the Son of God made of a Woman/Made Under the Law to be an offering for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Generosity - That’s What I’m Talkin About! Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 7, 2011

This is the perfect planet for life by God’s design.

Intro: 1.John Klu-ge, once listed as the wealthiest man in America, who built an investment in a radio station into a broadcasting empire that was the forerunner to Fox Television, has died. He was 95. In 1989, 1990 and 1991 Klu-ge was labeled the wealthiest man in America, with a net worth of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:2

Denomination: Baptist

Servant Leadership And The Upside-Down Church

Contributed by Arthur Miller on May 5, 2015

To be great we need to understand greatness from God's perspective. To be a great church we must give up on the worlds top down organizational structure.

Introduction Good morning Church! Turn to the person next to you and say, “I’m glad you’re here.” Find a Bible and open to Luke 22. Today’s lesson is going to build upon the lesson given by Austin two weeks ago on God’s definition of who is the greatest. As ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:24-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Go! And… Have The Mind Of Christ - Philippians 2:5 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 20, 2025

Have you ever stopped to ask yourself: Does my attitude reflect the mind of Christ? Or are my actions driven by selfish ambition, pride, or fear? Paul wrote in Philippians 2:5, “You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had.” These words are a call to radical transformation.

Go! And… Have the Mind of Christ - Philippians 2:5 Philippians 2:5 (NLT) – “You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had.” Introduction Today, I want to speak directly to your heart about something that can transform not only your relationship with God but also how you walk in the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8, Philippians 2:3-4, Romans 12:2, Romans 5:8, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, 1 Peter 1:3, James 4:10, Mark 10:45, Colossians 3:1-2, 1 John 1:9, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Greatest That Is In You

Contributed by Ronald Fair on Feb 7, 2001

Like the potential in a seed so is the undeveloped greatness in you, Rev. Fair’s sermon speaks of the possibility that each of us have with God’s love and guidance.

THE GREATEST THAT IS IN YOU Matthew 20:17-34 INTRODUCTION I hold in my hand one of the most marvelous things in the whole world. It is brown in color, stream lined in shape, and so small that if I dropped it, I would have difficulty finding it again. Science can duplicate it’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1, Matthew 20:17-34

Denomination: Methodist

Veteran’s Day 2020

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Nov 22, 2020

Happy Veteran’s Day

Sermon- Veterans Day 2020 - We celebrated Veterans Day Wednesday. I was thinking about what it means for us to have had our veterans who willingly serve, & served our country. - The freedom that we have today. Came from what they were willing to do for us. - Let’s open ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Love That Found Us First

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 13, 2026

Valentine’s Day magnifies a truth every human heart already knows: we were CREATED FOR LOVE, ACHE FOR LOVE, and are SHAPED BY THE LOVE WE PURSUE. However, the Bible’s definition of love—not a feeling, not a holiday, not a romance, but a revelation.

TAGLINE: GOD’S LOVE IS NOT A REACTION TO OUR GOODNESS - IT IS THE RESCUE OF OUR BROKENNESS. OPENING ILLUSTRATION: THE EMPTY CHAIR A hospice chaplain once told the story of an elderly man who kept an empty chair beside his bed. When asked why, the man said, “My daughter thinks it’s for visitors. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational