Sermons on Ephraim My Dear Son:

Easter 2016: Not My Will But Thine Be Done

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 26, 2016

This message focuses on Jesus' obedience to the Father and the impact that He has had through His obedience on most of the world's major religions.

Easter 2016 Not My Will But Thine Be Done Scriptures: Matt. 26:39; John 10:10; 17-18; 14:6; 19:30; Luke 19:10; 23:35-43; 2 Peter 2:4; 3:9 Introduction The title of my message this morning is “Not My Will But Thine Be Done!” On the night that He was arrested, Jesus went to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When God Interrupts My Plans Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jul 11, 2011

Joseph and Mary show us how we are to respond to God when He interrupts our plans.

A Sunday School teacher once asked her class of children: “What is Christmas a time for?” Many of the kids gave the usual answers – Jesus’ birthday, a time of joy, presents…but one child responded with a unique and unusual answer, “Christmas is a time for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

Oh! My God, Where Is The Fire?

Contributed by Dale Carter Sr. on Jan 18, 2022

The Lamp of God had went out in the Temple. But God was raising up a man of God to restore the Lamp and the Fire.

Oh! My God, Where is the Fire? Dale Carter Sr. Harvest Fellowship Community Church 1 Samuel 3:1-10 1. And the child Samuel ministered unto the Lord before Eli. And the word of the Lord was precious in those days; there was no open vision. 2 And it came to pass at that time, when Eli was laid down ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10, Acts 2:4, Acts 1:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

My Father's Blessing Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 22, 2020

BIG IDEA: It is “The GOD of my father and mother” who blesses me, and I want to be that ‘father’ so my children will also know the Blessing of the LORD GOD my HEAVENLY FATHER.

2020.01.17. My Father’s Blessing William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: It is “The GOD of my father and mother” who blesses me, and I want to be that ‘father’ so my children will also know the Blessing of the LORD GOD my HEAVENLY FATHER. My father’s blessing In July 2004, I met with my father and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:22-26, Ephesians 1:3, Genesis 26:24, James 1:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Reasonable Thing To Do

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 22, 2005

If God thought well enough of me to send His Son to die for my sins, It’s reasonable for me to sacrifice myself to Him.

A REASONABLE THING TO DO Rom 12:1-2 12:1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. 2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Character Counts

Contributed by Richard White on Feb 24, 2005

This was actually delivered by my son Matt. He preached during YOUTH SUNDAY. Character counts, and we all should still be working on it.

Character counts: I am working on it I. How does one pick a plumber? a mechanic? a carpet-layer? an evangelist? a truck driver? The answer: By referral. What others are saying about that person. Very heavy weights (like people’s respect and confidence) are hung on the thin wire of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What My Mother Taught Me

Contributed by Paul Decker on May 3, 2002

We need to learn from our mothers.

WHAT MY MOTHER TAUGHT ME Exodus 20:12 S: Mother’s Day Th: Learning from Mom Pr: We need to learn from our mothers. ?: What? KW: Principles for life TS: We are going to observe three biblical principles for life that my mother taught me. The _____ principle for life that my mother taught me ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Baptist

Thou Anointest My Head With Oil

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Feb 1, 2008

A closer look at Psalm 23 verse 5 Thou anointest my head with oil

Psalm 23 The psalm is probably one of the most famous and best loved of the psalms. It has brought comfort and support to many over the centuries Story: Some years ago a famous actor was giving an after dinner speech. He asked his audience if there was any famous poem that they would like him ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Anglican

There Are Many Places In My Father's House PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Despite the difficulties we face in life, God's unconditional love is constant and He makes His home within us, making our journey worthwhile.

Good morning, family! You know, I was thumbing through a book by Max Lucado last night, and he said something that just lit up my heart. He wrote: "God never said that the journey would be easy, but He did say that the arrival would be worthwhile" (Max Lucado, God's Inspirational Promises). Isn't ...read more

Scripture: John 14:23

Topics: Father's House

Have You Seen My Daddy?

Contributed by Robert Houston, Sr. on Jun 16, 2002

The discourse between Jesus and His Disciples focusing on the answer, "If you have seen me, you’ve seen the Father."

Sermon by Pastor Robert Earl Houston, Sr., Assistant Pastor Westwood Baptist Church, University Center Nashville, Tennessee - www.westwoodbcuc.org www.roberthouston.org Sunday, June 16, 2002 (Father’s Day) 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship Text: John 14:9 Subject: “Have You Seen My Daddy?” One of ...read more

Scripture: John 14:9

Denomination: Baptist

Have You Seen My Daddy?

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jun 3, 2018

before the child ever arrives at the times, they will need their relationship with Jesus...to make the right decisions, that will produce the consequences they'll have to live with forever!

Have you seen my Daddy? Illus. By Guy Glass A guy drives into a ditch, but luckily, a farmer is there to help. He hitches his horse, Buddy, up to the car and yells, "Pull, Nellie, pull!" Buddy doesn’t move. "Pull, Buster, pull!" Buddy doesn’t budge. "Pull, Coco, pull!" Nothing. Then the farmer ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:5-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Precious Lord, Take My Hand

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 20, 2020

Jesus shows His true color in the Transfiguration

2.23.20 Matthew 17:1-9 Six days later Jesus took with him Peter, James, and John the brother of James; and he led them up onto a high mountain by themselves. 2 There he was transfigured in front of them. His face was shining like the sun. His clothing became as white as the light. 3 Just then, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Don’t Touch My Food

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 26, 2018

A study in the book of Leviticus 7: 1 – 38

Leviticus 7: 1 – 38 Don’t touch my food 7 ‘Likewise this is the law of the trespass offering (it is most holy): 2 in the place where they kill the burnt offering they shall kill the trespass offering. And its blood he shall sprinkle all around on the altar. 3 And he shall offer from it all its ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Guiding Light: Finding My Purpose!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 3, 2024

I have been a pastor 45 years... I am sad to say as a whole few know their spiritual purpose. If we do not know our purpose how will we ever accomplish God's goals?

THE GUIDING LIGHT… HOW DO I DEFINE MY PURPOSE? (This is a two part lesson) By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) I use a compass, hourglass, shofar. TODAY’S LESSON HAS SEVERAL MAIN CHARACTERS : *DAVID (The King of Israel); *JOAB (The mighty general); ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:2-3, Ecclesiastes 12:13-14, James 1:22-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Is This Your God, Or Just My God? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 17, 2024

Isaiah reminds the king that the LORD is, indeed, his God.

Homily for December 20, five days before Christmas. 2024 Isaiah had to be one of the most frustrated prophets in the OT. He constantly challenged the leaders and people of Israel to return to the LORD, their God, and give up the sordid rites of the Canaanite peoples who inhabited the Holy Land ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-6, Luke 1:26-38, Isaiah 7:10-14

Denomination: Catholic