Sermons on Emptying Oneself:

For Jesus' Love Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jun 13, 2017

Love and loyalty exuded as traits God looked for and expected in leadership from HIS CHILDREN, followers of Christ Jesus.

FOR JESUS’ LOVE By Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (June 13, 2017) “So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Friends

Sermon On Differences

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 4, 2025

Differences are defined as the quality or state of being dissimilar in appearance, nature, form, or character.

Virginia Satir, an American author once remarked: “Feelings of worth can flourish only in an atmosphere where individual differences are appreciated, mistakes are tolerated, communication is open, and rules are flexible - the kind of atmosphere that is found in a nurturing family.” 2 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:28, 1 Peter 3:8, Luke 21:1-4, Acts 17:11

Sermon On First Love

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 21, 2025

First Love has been defined as the initial romantic experience a person ever encounters in life.

John Green, an American author once remarked: “You remember your first love because they show you, prove to you, that you can love and be loved, that nothing in this world is deserved except for love, that love is both how you become a person and why.” Revelation 2:4-5 reminds us: “But I have this ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:19, John 3:16, John 13:35, Romans 13:10

Sermon On The Fruitfulness Of Interactions

Contributed by William Meakin on May 5, 2025

Interaction is defined as a direct involvement, communication, or possible connection between someone or something.

John James Audubon, a French-American artist and naturalist once remarked: “Look at that mallard as he floats on the lake; see his elevated head glittering with emerald green, his amber eyes glancing in the light! Even at this distance, he has marked you, and suspects that you bear no goodwill ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:4, Hebrews 9:11, Romans 12:16-18, 1 Peter 3:8

Fifth Sunday Of Easter, Year B-- Vine And Branches-- See You Later, Suckers!

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Mar 27, 2024

“We’re dying on the vine here!”

Today, we hear about pruning and abiding to bear fruit. Regarding pruning, “There’s a sucker born every minute,” is an expression used in the hope of making money selling something worthless to a gullible customer. Similarly, in gardening, sucker shoots are false branches or stems that suck the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Catholic

Twentieth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year B: Eucharistic Fix

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jul 14, 2024

Transformation by an alternative Eucharistic consciousness in Jesus Christ.

We just heard John 6:52, “The Jews quarreled among themselves, saying, "How can this man give us his flesh to eat?" That reminds of me two men who lived in a small town who got into a terrible dispute that they could not resolve. So, they decided to talk to the wisest man in town. The ...read more

Scripture: John 6:51-58

Denomination: Catholic

Adversity

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Feb 25, 2025

When you are confronted by adversity, how do you react

Adversity Luke 9:7-9 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 9:7 Now Herod the tetrarch heard about all that was happening; and he was greatly perplexed, because it was said by some that John had risen from the dead, 8 and by some that Elijah had appeared, and by others that one of the prophets of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:7-9

Denomination: United Methodist

Sermon On Achieving The Impossible

Contributed by William Meakin on Mar 3, 2025

Achieving the impossible is regarded as overcoming significant challenges or succeeding in a particular objective that may be considered by most as unattainable.

Saint Francis of Assisi, an Italian mystic, poet and monk once remarked: “Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible.” Matthew 19:26 reminds us: “But Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:17, Genesis 18:14, Isaiah 5:21, Isaiah 43:18-19

What Does The Bible Say About Haughty Eyes (High Look)?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Feb 3, 2025

What is a high look? Have you ever seen someone who walks around with their nose up in the air as if they have to look down there nose just to see you?

The KJV – An high look, and a proud heart, and the plowing of the wicked, is sin. The Easy-to-Read Version – Proud looks and proud thoughts are sins. They show a person is evil. The GNT – Wicked people are controlled by their conceit and arrogance, and this is sinful. The Message – Arrogance and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sermon On A Sense Of Belonging

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 11, 2025

A sense of belonging is the feeling of being accepted, included, and connected to another person, a group or a community.

Brené Brown, a female American academic once remarked: "True belonging is the spiritual practice of believing in and belonging to yourself so deeply that you can share your most authentic self with the world and find sacredness in both being a part of something and standing alone in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8, 1 Peter 4:10, Philippians 2:1-4, Ephesians 4:16

Sermon On The Way To The Stars

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 21, 2025

The idiom: "The Way To The Stars" is often used metaphorically, especially in contexts like the RAF motto "Per ardua ad astra" (Through adversity to the stars).

Norman Vincent Peale, an American author once remarked: “Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you'll land among the stars.” Genesis 1:14-18 reminds us: “And God said, “Let there be lights in the expanse of the heavens to separate the day from the night. And let them be for signs and for ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:26, Psalm 8:3-4, 1 Corinthians 15:40-41, Amos 5:8

Sermon On A Grateful Heart

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 5, 2025

Gratitude is considered an effective antidote to complacency.

Germany Kent, a female American journalist and author once remarked: “It's a funny thing about life, once you begin to take note of the things you are grateful for, you begin to lose sight of the things that you lack.” James 4:10 reminds us: “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18, John 3:16, Psalm 100:4, Ephesians 5:20

Sermon On Seeking Truth & Wisdom

Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 17, 2025

Seeking truth and wisdom usually culminates in a more meaningful, authentic, and purposeful life,

Seeking truth and wisdom usually culminates in a more meaningful, authentic, and purposeful life, resulting in better decisions, inner peace, personal growth, and the ability to navigate complexities with clarity, integrity, and empathy. Thomas Gray, an English poet in his poem: “Ode on a Distant ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:2-6, James 1:5, Colossians 2:2-3, 1 Corinthians 1:30

How To Recognize A Sent One PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore the authority, mission, and power that Jesus bestowed upon His disciples in Luke 9:1-9, and how these aspects apply to us as modern-day followers of Christ.

Good morning, family! I hope this day finds you in good spirits and ready to delve into the beautiful truths that God's Word holds for us. As we dive into today's sermon, I'm reminded of something that Charles Spurgeon once said, "I am determined, as far as ever I can, to preach the gospel plainly ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:1-9

Topics: Recognizing, Preach

House Churches PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 12, 2023

Explore the role, value, and effectiveness of house churches in the New Testament era, and how we can apply these principles to our own faith communities today.

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. I am excited today to dive into a topic that is close to my heart - the role, value, and effectiveness of house churches in the New Testament era. Dietrich Bonhoeffer once said, "I can no longer condemn or hate a brother for whom I pray, no matter how ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Topics: House Church, Home Group