Sermons on Feed The Hungry:

Fruit Producing

Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on Jul 5, 2011

This message answers the questions: How do I produce spiritual fruit? and Why do I produce spiritual fruit?

Fruit of the Spirit Galatians 5:19-23 The apple tree is undoubtedly the most popular fruit tree in North America. These trees grow everywhere in the US and produce so much fruit that often we don’t know what to do with them. But who doesn’t love the smell of apple pie, apple crisp, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:19-23

Denomination: Lutheran

God Meets Our Needs

Contributed by John Putty on Apr 16, 2011

Sermon on God's provision in our life.

God meets our needs Phil 4:19(KJV) 19 But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Phil 4:19(RSV) 19 And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus. Phil 4:19(NIV) 19 And my God will meet all your needs ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Celestial Awards

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Mar 14, 2010

A comparison and contrast of the Academy Awards to the Resurrection and the final judgment.

Scripture Ref: Matthew 24:36-44 Genesis 1:1-10 Revelation 21:1-2, 11-25 Isaiah 61:10 2 Timothy 4:18 Revelation 21:3 1. Introduction a. Last week, millions of Americans were glued to their TV sets watching the Oscars, staring in awe at all the special people, wistful in thinking ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Let Me Tell You About This Guy

Contributed by Matt Hoffmann on Mar 14, 2007

This a Sermon that can be done as a drama. No props needed but a glass of water.

Luke 15:1-3; 11-32 (ESV) Wow, thanks for letting me rest here for awhile and for the water. It has been a long journey, and I needed to catch my breath. I am excited to go and see some of my cousins, but really, I can’t wait for the trip to be over and to get back to my own village. I am just a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Lutheran

Luggage

Contributed by David Rumley on Dec 4, 2006

This is a two part series we did on luggage and noise. Getting rid of all the baggage we carry and the noise that is in our lives. Positioning ourselves to hear from God and move forward in life!

Luggage WE ALL HAVE LUGGAGE… The process Unpack - Let go - Embrace Unpacking our luggage: To unpack you need to identify what’s in the luggage. Each of us have baggage, some of us have heavier luggage than others. Either heavy or light ends of the spectrum they can fit ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christmas Eve Service

Contributed by Steven Dow on Dec 21, 2005

This is an entire Christmas Eve Service - complete with Christmas carols, candlelighting and communion. The message is a slight alteration of Pat Cook’s message "Christmas Bread" which is also available on SermonCentral.

CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE WELCOME INVOCATION: Our glorious God, you sent your Son into our world to show us who you are. In Christ we find love, forgiveness, peace and hope; we are grateful for this reflection of you. May we encounter the Christ child in this time of worship, and in doing so, ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2

Are You Ready To Be A Disciple Of Christ?

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on May 7, 2013

There are times when it is very easy to be a Disciple of Christ. there are other times when it is the most difficult thing there can be. This message looks at putting Christ first regardless of how life is.

ARE YOU READY TO BE A DISCIPLE OF CHRIST? JOHN 6:1-70 I. IT IS EASY TO BE A DISCIPLE OF CHRIST WHEN JESUS SERVES US, AND LIFE IS GOOD. 1.) It was easy to be a disciple of Christ when he had fed the 5,000. A.) There was likely never a time that Jesus was as popular as this day, unless it ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-70

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Harvest: Haves & Have Nots

Contributed by Emms International on Aug 24, 2016

This is a sermon mainly designed to be used at Harvest in the UK which uses the harvest laws from Deut 24 to think about the God given responsibility that the "haves,", those with more than enough, have to the "have nots," those in real need.

HARVEST AND THE "HAVE'S" AND "HAVE NOTS" "When you reap your harvest in your field and forget a sheaf in the field, you shall not go back to get it. It shall be for the sojourner, the fatherless, and the widow, that the Lord your God may bless you in all the work of your hands. When you beat your ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 24:19-22

Denomination: *other

Prescription For Happiness Sermon V: Be Merciful Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Dec 23, 2019

A fact of human nature is that it's no necessarily what happens to us that matters as much as it is how we respond to adversity. Jesus taught that a merciful attitude is a sure way to experience contentment in this life.

PRESCRIPTION FOR HAPPINESS The Beatitudes – Matthew 5:1-12 Everybody I know wants to be happy. However, it appears to me that some folks may not understand what true ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, Matthew 5:7

How The Father Sees.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 2, 2020

You’re simply a person in want, and you’re turning to ‘things’ because you have not understood how good ‘Father’ is!!! “Stop solidifying your identity based upon what you do, or what you did; Start identifying with who you are in Jesus, and you’ll change what you do.” P.H

How the Father Sees. Luke 15:1-7TLB (Download a good picture of Rembrandt’s portrayal of the younger son. Play on screens while I talk). Author Henri Nouwen recalls his visit to a museum in St. Petersburg, Russia, where he spent hours reflecting on Rembrandt’s portrayal of the younger son—You ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7, Ephesians 3:17-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

"fat Wallets, Empty Lives"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 31, 2019

A sermon about the dangers of greed.

“Fat Wallets, Empty Lives” Luke 12:13-21 Last week there was a reader’s poll in The Chattanooga Times Free Press that caught my eye. The question asked: “Do you tithe to a church?” Now what is a tithe? A tithe is giving, at least, ten percent of your yearly income to God. So, giving, say, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Not Such A Silent Night

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Mar 24, 2020

If your Christmas isn't coming together the way you would like, remember that our God is a God for the rough times, too. Look what Mary went through on the first Christmas.

If a good fairy appeared and said you could make a list to put together your perfect Christmas, what would you put on your list? Every year around Christmas time we get several chances to watch various versions of Charles Dickens’ classic story about Ebenezer Scrooge and the various spirits of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

A Follower Or A Fan?

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Aug 25, 2018

A good Fan just shows up for the weekly event. Good Fans do that you know! And they will stay a Fan as long as it benefits them. A Follower of Jesus will follow. They will follow him even when there is a crisis, even when they do not fully understand.

For those not familiar with and Anglican Service; there are four Scripture readings prior to the Message. The assigned readings for today are Joshua 24:14-25, Psalm 16, Ephesians 5:21-33 and John 6:53-69. A man named Charlie Moore ... moved with his family ... into a new community. He wanted to ...read more

Scripture: John 6:35, John 6:26, 1 Corinthians 13:12, John 6:51, John 6:53-69  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

How Do I Forgive Those Who Have Scarred Me? Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 8, 2019

Mark 11:25-26

SCARS - How Do I Forgive Those Who Have Scarred Me? January 22, 2023 Mark 11:25-26 Introduction: In the 7th chapter of Kyle Idleman’s book “Grace is Greater” he shares this story: Elizabeth and Frank Morris’s eighteen year old son, Ted, was home from college for Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:25-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Big Story: Gloria In Excelsis Deo Series

Contributed by Danny Davis on Feb 7, 2014

The glory of the Lord shone around the shepherds as they watched their flock. They were terrified. Soon, however, their fear turned to rejoicing. Join Pastor Danny as he teaches about his personal journey from fear to authentic faith in Christ.

INTRODUCTION If you have been at any of the last couple Sunday morning worship services you know that Christmas is my favorite time of the year. And you have also learned that I enjoy singing Christmas carols. We have sung “Silent Night” and “We Wish You a Merry ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God