Sermons on Festival Of Light:

Heroes Of The Bible: Samson Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 22, 2022

The Bible is full of heroes! They don't wear spandex or fly around in capes and cowls, but God empowered these heroes and heroines to accomplish some pretty amazing feats that can inspire us to become heroes of God ourselves. Our next hero is Samson. (Alliterated Outline, PowerPoint)

Heroes of the Bible: Samson Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 8/8/2021 NOTE: This sermon was adapted from my book, Holy Heroes of the Bible. If it's a blessing to you, please consider buying the book which includes chapters/sermons on 17 additional Bible heroes: ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

The "Logos" Revealing Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Dec 15, 2008

6th in a seven part series on the incarnation from John 1.

As a young child growing up in Tucson, one of the special treats at Christmas time was going down to Winterhaven to see all the Christmas decorations and lights that were on display there. And so when we had our own children, one of the traditions that developed in our family is that we would go to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:4

Denomination: Baptist

Muzzle Eeyore - Psalm 42-43 Part 4 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jun 13, 2025

Be careful what you say to yourself because no voice has more influence on you than your own. Don't talk to yourself about your troubles. Talk to God about your troubles, talk to yourself about God.

Psalm 42 For the director of music. A maskil of the Sons of Korah. 1 As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, O God. 2 My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God? 3 My tears have been my food day and night, while men say to me all day ...read more

Worship: Drawing Close To The Heart Of God Series

Contributed by David Yarbrough on May 20, 2002

What we do in one hour of corporate worship each week is to be a reflection of what we as individuals are doing the other 167 hours a week. In fact, God despises corporate worship if the worshipers have hearts that are not right with Him.

Intro: Back in 1992 when the Dallas Cowboys were preparing to play the San Francisco 49rs for the NFC Championship in San Francisco the Cowboys had a pep-rally at Texas Stadium. The audience cheered wildly for each player when he was introduced. The fans carried banners. They painted their fans and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:42-47, Psalm 100:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lonely City

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 19, 2019

A study in the book of Lamentations 1: 1 – 22

Lamentations 1: 1 – 22 The Lonely City 1 How lonely sits the city that was full of people! How like a widow is she, who was great among the nations! The princess among the provinces has become a slave! 2 She weeps bitterly in the night; her tears are on her cheeks; Among all her lovers she has ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 1:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Palm Sunday, Passion Sunday. Year B. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 21, 2021

6th Sunday in Lent. MARCH 24, 2024.

Psalm 118:1-2, Psalm 118:19-29, Mark 11:1-11, John 12:12-16, Isaiah 50:4-9, Psalm 31:9-16, Philippians 2:5-11, Mark 14:1-72, Mark 15:1-47. (A) THANKSGIVING AT THE GATE OF JERUSALEM. Psalm 118:1-2; Psalm 118:19-29. As the crowd approaches Jerusalem for the great annual feast, the mood is one ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:1-2, Psalm 118:19-29, Mark 11:1-11, John 12:12-16, Isaiah 50:4-9, Psalm 31:9-16, Philippians 2:5-11, Mark 14:1-72, Mark 15:1-47  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Surprise Series

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Sep 22, 2006

Peter Excapes from jail and execution. Peter and the disciples are surprised, the guards are all surprised.

Surprise Acts 12:1-25 I hope that you are not tiring with our study of acts. It is a book that has all these little stories that have been put together to tell about the early days of the church. Last week we heard about Barnabas and his work @ Antioch. How he brought Saul into the picture. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-25

Denomination: Congregational

For Heavens Sake-Have A Heart Series

Contributed by Michael Schwer on Mar 19, 2002

From Phillipians 2 - a sermon about brokeness and a heart set towards the cross

“For Heaven’s Sake – Have a Heart!” Philippians 2: 5-11 Introduction [Create Interest] Have a few colored glass bottles or glassware. Hold them up to the congregation, explaining that we often view ourselves, as we desire to see ourselves instead of the way God sees the work He is doing in us. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Worry - The Life Stealer

Contributed by Darron Khan on May 29, 2002

This message was designed to help its audience understand how worry runs contrary to God’s will for our lives. It is intended to encourage people to let God build their lives free from the anxiety that saps our lives away one crisis at a time.

Worry – The Life Stealer Celebration Service April 14, 2002 Last week we spent some time talking about rest and how important rest is to us. We discovered that not only did Jesus set an example of rest for us, but that even God Himself rested on the seventh day and consecrated it. But the truth is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-2, Matthew 6:19-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stewardship Series

Contributed by Eldon Reich on Sep 13, 2004

Series on stewardship and how we guided by God in our living and giving.

STEWARDSHIP SERMON HOW GOD GUIDES Exodus 13:17-14:31 A man was on vacation and couldn’t find a business place and stopped to ask directions. The man giving the direction replied: "Just drive down this road about 5 miles and then turn left at the Stop n Go." He drove 5 miles, then 6, then 7. At ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Open Our Eyes

Contributed by Anne Benefield on Mar 3, 2008

Jesus never walks by us, and when He stops our faith will grow if we retell the stories of His touch.

Introduction: Jesus has traveled to Jerusalem for the Feast of the Booths, which was one of the three festivals when faithful Jews would travel to Jerusalem. The other two are Passover and Shavuot (Pentecost). During the Feast of Booths which is seven days between late October and late November, ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Rejoice In The Lord Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 2, 2018

Message 25 from Philippians. This is the second message exploring Paul's admonition to rejoice in the Lord.

“Rejoice in the Lord” Part two I have found practicing last week’s message an actual source of joy. Throughout the day, I have declared, “I choose joy.” I look forward to completing this important topic. Paul specified some specific joy related actions throughout chapter four. • Stand firm in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Ugly Christmas Sweater Series

Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Dec 20, 2020

Christmas is meant to be a time of joy and happiness based upon the birth of our Savior, Jesus. Too often, this fact gets lost in ugly thoughts, words, motives, and actions.

Ugly Christmas Sweater Week 1: Ugly Thoughts PASTOR TIMOTHY PORTER Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25 // Philippians 4:4-8 // Luke 2:8-11 INTRODUCTION: Today we begin a mini series for the Christmas season called Ugly Christmas Sweater. Maybe you have a tradition like many people ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thy Enemy Thy Footstool

Contributed by Samuel Darwin on Sep 20, 2021

Thy Enemy thy footstool

“The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou at my right hand, until I make thine enemies thy footstool” (Psa.110:1). “Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of enemy and nothing shall by any means hurt you” (Lk.10:19). First one is a prophecy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 110:1

Overcoming Depression Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Sep 29, 2024

In times of deep sorrow and mental struggle, it's easy to drown in waves of despair, feeling as if joy has completely vanished. Yet, we can speak hope into our hearts by fixing our gaze on God (Ps 42), trusting that even in the darkest moments, we will once again find strength and praise in Him.

Overcoming Depression Online Sermon: www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons/ “As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God? My tears have been my food day and night, while people say to me all day ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10, Jeremiah 29:11, 1 Peter 5:6-7, Psalm 46:1, Job 3:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist