Sermons on Fall Feasts:

Worship (Deuteronomy 12)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 31, 2024

How has worship changed since the old covenant? Let's review Deuteronomy 12.

What did God detest about pagan worship? Does the Bible teach us how we now worship God if special places are no longer necessary? Let’s look in Deuteronomy 12. What was Israel to do with the idols left behind by the nations they were to drive out of the land? These are the statutes and the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The Augury Of "qué Será, Será"

Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 7, 2025

"Qué será, será" as it is often spelled in Spanish, or "Che sarà, sarà" in the regarded authentic original language of Italian is deemed to mean: “What will be, will be.”

William Shakespeare, an English playwright and poet once remarked: “Not a whit, we defy augury: there's a special providence in the fall of a sparrow. If it be now, 'tis not to come; if it be not to come, it will be now; if it be not now, yet it will come: the readiness is all.” Romans 8:28 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8, Proverbs 16:9, Genesis 50:20, Proverbs 16:33

Go! And Choose Your Eternal Destination Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 21, 2025

The choices we make in this life determine where we will spend eternity — not just for a season, not for a thousand years, but forever.

Go! And… Choose Your Eternal Destination Introduction: The Reality of Eternity Today’s message carries eternal weight. The choices we make in this life determine where we will spend eternity — not just for a season, not for a thousand years, but forever. We live in a world where many avoid ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:28, Matthew 22:2, Matthew 22:13, Psalm 139:7-8, Revelation 20:10, Revelation 14:10-11, Romans 1:24, Romans 2:5, 2 Thessalonians 1:9, John 3:19, John 5:24, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Ephesians 2:8-9, Matthew 7:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Chronos - 1 Corinthians 9-11 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 19, 2022

If we reject cultural stereotypes, classism and our own spiritual pride, in favor of unity, love and admiration for God and one another, we will accomplish the mission we have been placed on earth for.

This week we continue our series called Chronos. A term which means time. We have decided to study the scriptures this year in the order they were published. It gives us a very unique insight into the early church and the struggles of a growing movement. This review of history is important because ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:31-33, 1 Corinthians 11:1, 1 Corinthians 11:11-16, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Answering Difficult Bible Passages

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 27, 2025

Therefore, there is an answer to all difficulties; search for it.

A. INTRODUCTION: YOUR ATTITUDE TOWARD DIFFICULTIES 1. Because a verse is difficult does not mean the Bible is contradictory, nor should you doubt God’s Word. 2. You can’t know everything, only God knows everything, so trust Him. “The secret things belong unto the Lord our God” (Deut. ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 29:29, Isaiah 55:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

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 The First Snowdrops Of Winter

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 19, 2025

In the midst of a surrounding dormant landscape, the first snowdrops are widely considered to conquer the harshness of life.

William Wordsworth, an English poet once remarked: “Lone Flower, hemmed in with snows and white as they But hardier far, once more I see thee bend Thy forehead, as if fearful to offend, Like an unbidden guest. Though, day by day, Storms, sallying from the mountain-tops, waylay The rising sun, and ...read more

Scripture: Job 38:28-30, Psalm 147:16-18, Isaiah 55:10, Proverbs 31:21

True Vine PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore the power of abiding in Christ and the blessings that come from bearing fruit.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. As we gather today, we'll be diving into the depths of John 2:1, a passage that points us to the source of true productivity, the power of abiding in Christ, and the blessing of bearing fruit. As we reflect on these truths, let's remember the words of Andrew ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1

Topics: Productivity

Crumbs Of Blessing

Contributed by Jason Jones on Aug 20, 2008

A look at what occurs when we faithfully and fervently seek Jesus with our petitions.

Crumbs of Blessing 17-Aug-08 Bethel UMC – 9:30 AM; Brooks Chapel UMC – 11:00 AM Matthew 15.21-28 Wednesday evening, the youth group met at Bethel. Since Amber had a previous engagement, she had asked if I could do their lesson for that night. I gladly said yes, and when I showed up on the day ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus' Dad Hears From Jesus' Father

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Dec 15, 2006

Joseph’s DILEMMA, Joseph’s DREAM, & Joseph’s DECISION. An earthly dad meets the Heavenly Father and is forever changed. Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Presentation, + many more Christmas Sermons.

Jesus’ Dad Hears From Jesus’ Father Matthew 1:18-25 ----- http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html ----- Matthew presents the birth of Christ from the vantage point of His earthly dad (Joseph was not the father). God was the Father who planted His sinless seed into the virgin womb of Mary, who was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Can Personal Sin Have A Corporate Effect?

Contributed by Richard Berry on Jul 9, 2004

Personal sin does not effect you alone, it effects many more people, including innocent people, family, church, nation.

CAN PERSONAL SIN HAVE A CORPORATE EFFECT? I doubt that there is anyone here who doesn’t want to succeed in some way or fashion. If there was someone like that, I’d be suspicious. I would have to think hard about becoming good friends with someone who wouldn’t want to succeed. However, there is a ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Watch Out For The Little Foxes

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jan 4, 2010

Solomon calls to our attention that it is the little foxes that spoil the vine. This appears to be a warning to you and me. It is the little things in life that get us down -- minute - microscopic that commence to destruct our homes – destroy our rela

Dr. Wayne A. Lawson Antioch Institutional Baptist Church Oklahoma City, OK 73117 Preached Sunday, January 3, 2010 Scripture: Song of Solomon 2:15 “Take us the foxes, the little foxes that spoil the vine, for our vines have tender grapes.” TITLE: WATCH OUT FOR THE LITTLE FOXES I am thrilled ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:15, Song of Songs 2:25, Song of Songs 2:15-25

Denomination: Baptist

Giving It Away Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Dec 19, 2012

Money is a major challenge for anyone who wants to be a follower of Jesus and a child of God.

The Feast of Great Joy Too many of us worship at the “Shrine of the Golden Arches” In Dangers, Toils & Snares, John Ortberg writes: When we take our children to the shrine of the Golden Arches, they always lust for the meal that comes with a cheap little prize, a combination ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hey Jude - Pt . 2 - Distraction Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 10, 2013

The song made Jude famous. However, the most important Jude is often overlooked. Hey Jude, what do you have to teach us?

Hey Jude - Pt. 2 - Distraction I. Introduction The Beatles released the single "Hey Jude" in August of 1968. The song is more than seven minutes long and spent nine weeks at number one in the United States. This song is frequently included on professional critics' lists of the best songs of all ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:5-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

No One Left Behind: Togetherness

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 10, 2019

It should be our goal that NO ONE IS LEFT BEHIND. Are we praying for a spirit of unity, synergy, and togetherness in our family and church. Are we all pulling together? Judging others will limit any personal growth possible.

NO ONE LEFT BEHIND --- TOGETHER By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is a series. TEXT: 1 Thessalonians 5:11 (MSG) So speak encouraging words to one another. Build up hope so you'll all be together in this, no one left out, no one left behind. I know you're already ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11, Psalm 133:1-3, Galatians 6:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God