Sermons on Equipping Kids:

Modern Day Miracles, Do They Happen As You May Think They Should?

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jul 6, 2025

We read of Jesus, and his disciples too, performing great miracles, and so, after studying Christianity for years, you would think that there would come a point … where we should be equipped to perform some kind of miracle … and we do not, so why?

“Please join me in my prayer.” Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of our hearts, be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, our strength, and our redeemer. Amen. (Ps. 19:14). Introduction: Although this morning’s gospel reading is very familiar, if we look closely, it is a reading that we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-11, Luke 10:16-20

Denomination: Episcopal

Avoiding Judgment Series

Contributed by David Asch on Feb 16, 2005

Once, while helping out at my son’s soccer practice, a kid responded to my instructions by saying, “you’re not the coach.” Don’t you hate it when you get that response? What do you do then? In this message we see Jesus receive that kind of response. And

AVOIDING JUDGMENT Mark 11:27-12:12 INTRO: Once, while helping out at my son’s soccer practice, a kid responded to my instructions by saying, “you’re not the coach.” Don’t you hate it when you get that response? What do you do then? PREV: Today we will see Jesus receive that kind of response. And ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Do You Spend Your Time?

Contributed by Millie Pisano on Apr 26, 2004

Imagine if you are at home and lets say either your kids are making enough racket to shake the walls or you have your stereo or television blasting real loud. Do you think you would hear someone at your door? Most likely you would miss whoever tried to

Steps” By Millie Pisano How are things in your life? Are you happy-sad-or mad? What kind of day have you had? Is your life filled with splendid walks? And endless talks And gazing at the sky Is there a smile upon your face? And you know the reason why Is your step a little easier? And a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:20, Luke 11:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Hate My Marriage And How To Get Out! - Pt. 1 - Is The Honeymoon Over? Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Apr 26, 2018

White picket fences. 3 cars. 2 1/2 kids. A dog. Perfection. That is what we all think our relationship will be. We place ourselves in every romance movie we have ever seen. In our minds we expect no problems, no pain , no tears, no fears and no reality!

Pt. 1 - Is The Honeymoon Over? I. Introduction White picket fences. 3 cars. 2 1/2 kids. A dog. Perfection. That is what we all think our relationship will be. We place ourselves in every romance movie we have ever seen and so in our minds we expect no problems, no pain , no tears, no fears and no ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 1:1-8, Hosea 3:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Hate My Marriage And How To Get Out! - Pt. 2 - Steppin' Out Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Apr 26, 2018

White picket fences. 3 cars. 2 1/2 kids. A dog. Perfection. That is what we all think our relationship will be. We place ourselves in every romance movie we have ever seen. In our minds we expect no problems, no pain , no tears, no fears and no reality!

Pt. 2 - Steppin' Out I. Introduction It's a nice day for a white wedding! He had hand picked her. Unlikely couple to say the least. The preacher and the prostitute. Sounds like a movie title you would be likely to avoid doesn’t it? Directed by God, Hosea selects a prostitute by the name of Gomer ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 1:2-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Hate My Marriage And How To Get Out! - Pt. 3 - Can You Hear Me Now? Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Apr 26, 2018

White picket fences. 3 cars. 2 1/2 kids. A dog. Perfection. That is what we all think our relationship will be. We place ourselves in every romance movie we have ever seen. In our minds we expect no problems, no pain , no tears, no fears and no reality!

Pt. 3 - Can You Hear Me Now? I. Introduction Franklin Roosevelt knew it was true in politics. Legend has it that as each dignitary would file by to shake his hand he decided to prove it. As he grasped each hand and the guest would lean in to exchange pleasantries Roosevelt would say “I murdered my ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 1:2-9, Hosea 3:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Hate My Marriage & How To Get Out! - Pt. 4 - I Love You But Don't Like U! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Apr 26, 2018

White picket fences. 3 cars. 2 1/2 kids. A dog. Perfection. That is what we all think our relationship will be. We place ourselves in every romance movie we have ever seen. In our minds we expect no problems, no pain , no tears, no fears and no reality!

Pt. 4 - I Love You But Don’t Like You! I. Introduction It is one of, if not the, most complicated and messy relationships you can read about in Scripture. An up and coming preacher is instructed by God to go visit the red light district. Can you imagine how that conversation went over with the ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Mother's Request

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on May 12, 2025

Today, we are going to look at the mother of James and John, those two who were in the inner circle among the followers of Jesus. Their mother was a mom and like any other mom. She was looking after the best interest of her children. All she really wanted was for her kids to do good.

Alba 5-11-2025 A MOTHER'S REQUEST Matthew 20:20-28 A little boy was talking with the girl next door. “I wonder what my mom would like for Mother’s Day.” The girl answered, “Well, you could promise to keep your room clean and orderly. You could go to bed as soon as you’re told. You could brush ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Armour Of God "Listen And Hear" Series

Contributed by James Parker on Jun 18, 2011

This week I would like to begin a new series based on Ephesians 6. Specifically verses 10-18 which speak of equipping ourselves for battle. Now some of you might be thinking,"battle, what battle?" But if we are christians living a godly life we should be

This week I would like to begin a new series based on Ephesians 6. Specifically verses 10-18 which speak of equipping ourselves for battle. Now some of you might be thinking,"battle, what battle?" But if we are christians living a godly life we should be able to spot the battles that are going on ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Purpose Of The Gifts

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 11, 2013

Spiritual gifts are abilities given to us apart from our first birth. They equip us to function as members of the body of Christ. Our spiritual gifts, though different, are all useful so we can work together to serve God and each other. We are ide

The purpose of the gifts Spiritual gifts are abilities given to us apart from our first birth. They equip us to function as members of the body of Christ. Our spiritual gifts, though different, are all useful so we can work together to serve God and each other. We are identified as believers ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7

Denomination: Charismatic

Sunny Side Sermon V: Christian Battle Armor - What A Shame Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 1, 2020

In our fallen world, threats toward God's People are intended to silence voices of God's Truth. Though we don't like the idea of warfare, Christian disciples must be equipped with spiritual armor to fight the good fight of faith.

CHRISTIAN BATTLE ARMOR? WHAT A SHAME! It was a crying shame that, in June of this year, a gunman opened fire on softball teams made up of congressmen in Washington! No one suspected it could happen, yet it did happen - two teams practicing to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Drifting Away

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Mar 31, 2022

Harvard University began as a school to equip pastors and ministers in sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. St. Luke’s Medical Center was also founded by Christian Missionaries in the Philippines to help poor people. Today, do you think they slowly drifted away from their founding purpose?

Bible Verses 'So we must listen very carefully to the truth we have heard, or we may drift away from it. Hebrews 2:1 NIV INTRODUCTION: Harvard University began as a school to equip pastors and ministers in sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. St. Luke’s Medical Center was also founded by ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Myspace Or Hisspace Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Sep 2, 2006

A decade ago we were told, “If you wanted to get to really know a kid and what’s going on their life then go look in their bedroom.” Today I’d tell you to look at their MySpace page. MySpace.com is a portal into the world of today’s student and young adul

ON-STAR SERMON SERIES MAKING MYSPACE A SAFE PLACE PROV. 4:23 - ©DR. LARRY L. THOMPSON (2006) “Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life.” Proverbs 4:23 (NIV) Introduction: A decade ago we had a student pastor who told us, “If you wanted to get to really know a kid and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23

Denomination: Baptist

This I Gotta See! Series

Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Dec 26, 2007

This sermon looks specifically at how Jesus shows us the grace-filled, loving, character of God, and how he does for us what we can not do. Preached at Christmas time during "Family Sunday." Hence, a bit more kid friendly and ad-libbing. (text: 2:11, 3:4

There are a few things I think it would be cool to see: • A train ride across our grand nation, in one of those double decker cars with the glass panorama roof • The inside of a huge submarine • The sunrise and sunset on a remote Pacific island • Even, maybe, • Baseballs “hidden ball trick,” ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Making Better Choices Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Jun 8, 2015

A comment my mother made frequently when we were kids with this: “a woman’s work is never done.” My mother worked in a doctor’s office all day, took care of our home and paid most of our bills on her own.

“Making Better Choices” Luke 10:38-42 A comment my mother made frequently when we were kids with this: “a woman’s work is never done.” My mother worked in a doctor’s office all day, took care of our home and paid most of our bills on her own. So she had a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-41

Denomination: Baptist