Sermons on Ethical Focus:

Facing The Storms Of Life May Be Easier Than You Think.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Aug 13, 2023

Peter and experienced fisherman was trying to endure a bad storm, yet he went from fear and terror to hope and encouragement in an instant, and we can follow likewise, by keeping our focus on him and on success.

“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: In today’s reading, we hear of Jesus walking on water, a reading we have heard many times before, but it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Episcopal

Let's Get Ready To Go For Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 7, 2023

We must: 1. Watch out for the devil's deception (vs. 11-15). 2. Focus on following the Lord (vs. 16). 3. Keep worshiping the Lord (vs. 17a).

Let's Get Ready to Go for Jesus Christ The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 28:11-17 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared June 7, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Today in Matthew 28 we will continue to explore what happened after Jesus Christ rose again from the dead. And one of the words that stands out the most ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

Songs We Sing: "the Old Rugged Cross" Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 18, 2025

The death of Jesus is the central thought, intention, and focus of the classic "The Old Rugged Cross." The death of Jesus is a worthy topic for a worship song because the death of Jesus is central to our faith.

SONGS WE SING: “THE OLD RUGGED CROSS” Romans 5:1-11 #theoldruggedcross INTRODUCTION… Funeral this past week (p) Some of you may know, but some may not, that I am on a short list for a few of the funeral homes around the area for emergencies or when a family has lost a loved one and the family is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Message #1: The Meaning Of A Thankful Heart Series

Contributed by Matt Skiles on Nov 13, 2024

I want us to focus our hearts and minds on the thought of having a thankful heart and in these verses that we are going to examine this morning we are going to talk about what it means to have a thankful heart.

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17-And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful. 16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Life Through Jesus Series

Contributed by Ron Auch Jr on Dec 29, 2024

“Life Through Jesus:” this statement speaks of a theme that of which believers of Jesus focus on love, connection, and living as followers of Christ. The verses we are going to be looking at this morning emphasize love as the foundation of life in Jesus.

“Life Through Jesus” “Life Through Jesus:” this statement speaks of a theme that of which believers of Jesus focus on love, connection, and living as followers of Christ. The verses we are going to be looking at this morning emphasize love as the foundation of life in Jesus. 1. The Command to ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35, 1 John 4:11, 1 John 4:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Servant Who Hears God's Voice (Isaiah 50:4-11) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 13, 2025

Sermon's focus is on listening to God. The servant is part of the group of disciples who hear God's voice. The servant suffers, but is confident that he suffers innocently, and that God will vindicate him.

Our passage today is commonly called the third of the four servant songs in Isaiah 40-55. The other three, famously, are in Isaiah 42, 49, and 53. I've said before that over a century ago, a scholar named Bernard Duhm split off these four songs from the rest of Isaiah 40-55, and treated ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-11

When What God Asks Seems To Be Too Much Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 22, 2024

This passage challenges the self-centered "gospel of self-fulfillment" that is too often proclaimed today. What does it mean that God wants us to focus on the "gospel of kingdom fulfillment"?

A HARSH STORY: God gives Ezekiel a task that overwhelms him. - Ezekiel 3:14-15. - 2 Corinthians 1:8-11; 2 Corinthians 4:7-10, 16-18. - This is a tough story and it’s going to lead us in this sermon to some difficult points. - We’ve been talking for the first two sermons in this series about the ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 3:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Beyond Limits: Embracing The Divine Call To Go Further

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Jul 21, 2025

Today, I want us to focus on a powerful truth: God’s mercy, our faith, and His divine call for us to step into a new season of going beyond what we’ve known.

A remarkable example of boldness in prayer through Abraham’s intercession for Sodom. Abraham stands before God and asks, “Will You sweep away the righteous with the wicked?” His boldness and persistence reveal a heart aligned with God’s mercy—a heart that believes in the possibility of change and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:20-32

Denomination: Methodist

The Shepherds Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 8, 2023

This is another part of our S Series – The S of Christmas. This time we focus in on the Shepherds – 1. They knew how to Listen and Receive. 2. They knew how to Obey 3. They Knew How to Open their Mouths

Scripture: Luke 2:15-21 Theme: The S of Christmas – The Shepherds Title: The Shepherds of Christmas Proposition: Intro: This is another part of our S Series – The S of Christmas. This time we focus in on the Shepherds – 1. They knew how to Listen and Receive. 2. They knew how to Obey ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:15-21, Genesis 4:1-2

Denomination: Nazarene

Our Response To The Unexpected

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 15, 2024

This message is about how we respond to the unexpected events of our lives. As children of God, our core responses should always focus our attention on the One with the answer, not the problem before our eyes.

Our Response to The Unexpected Scripture: Mark 4:35-41; First John 3:21-22; Second Chronicles 20:1-29 Good morning Strangers Rest. The title of the message this morning is “Our Response to the Unexpected.” I am going to open with a story recorded in the Gospel of Mark, where Jesus and His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41, 1 John 3:21-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Change? How Can I Sing?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 16, 2024

Seems we are so resistant to change. Growth, increase, more must become a focus. What happens when we are stuck in the trap of sameness? The is more. I want to know God in his fullness.

HOW CAN WE SING A SONG? CHANGE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Romans 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. As many great teachers have taught, I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:1-4, Daniel 4:25-30, Romans 12:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Do You See What I See PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2023

The sermon's main point is to encourage believers to shift their focus from their own human perception to God's divine perspective, emphasizing the importance of empathy, understanding, and living out the teachings of 2 Corinthians 4:18.

Good morning, family! Isn't it a joy to gather together in God's house, where we can learn, grow, and encourage one another? Now, we've all heard the saying, "Perception is reality," right? But let me ask you, whose perception are we talking about? Our own or God's? Today, we're going to dive deep ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:18, Matthew 7:3-5

Topics: God's Perspective, Seeing As God Sees

Be Still And Know Series

Contributed by Thomas Cash on Jan 2, 2010

This Kyle Idleman message begins in silence. Sometimes we talk too much. To hear God, we need to be where He speaks, confirm His voice, avoid distractions, & respond with obedience. (34 PP slides/posters are available on request)

Sermon Notes Be Still and Know 1 Samuel 3:1-18 (Sermon notes courtesy of Kyle Idleman, Southeast Christian Church, Louisville, KY) NOTE: This is most effective if the speaker begins the message in silence, holding up 34 different posters for the congregation to read, making the point that many are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dare To Stand Firm Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 17, 2019

If you know Jesus as your Lord and Saviour, you know that God has called you to be different in your attitudes and your actions. I want to encourage you to Dare to stand firm in your attitudes and actions.

Our preaching theme for this year is Dare to be Different and it is a theme that will cause each of us to examine ourselves. This evening I want to I want to encourage you to Dare to stand firm in your attitudes and actions. If you know Jesus as your Lord and Saviour, you know that God has called ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, Galatians 5:1, Galatians 1:6-10, Galatians 3:1-3, 2 Thessalonians 2:13-15, 1 Peter 2:9, 2 Peter 1:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Almost Ain't Good Enough

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Feb 2, 2003

I was going to "launch the shuttle of revival" today (2/2/03) With the tragic loss of the crew of Space Shuttle Columbia...I focus on how important revival is...we cannot let it become routine.

Larry C. Brincefield larkayb@earthlink.net February 2, 2003 Sunday Morning Title: Almost Ain’t Good Enough Text: Acts 26:28 Introduction Have you heard the saying, "Almost ain’t good enough"? I’m not sure where it originated... but in high school, if someone said, "well, I ALMOST made ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:28

Denomination: Nazarene