Sermons on Final Sermon:

Sermon On The Tribulations Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on May 23, 2023

Lifts, or elevators as they are often referred to, are defined as a platform or compartment housed in a specifically designed shaft for raising and lowering people or things to different levels.

Andy Rooney, an American television writer once remarked: “Almost all of us have an elevator or two in our lives somewhere. We wait for them, we ride on them. We're annoyed by the wait, but pleased with the lift.” Ezekiel 3:12 reminds us: “Then the Spirit lifted me up, and I heard behind me the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:21, Romans 12:12, Revelation 3:10, Colossians 3:15

Sermon On The Courage Of Conviction

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 1, 2023

The courage of conviction is said to have the confidence to do what is believed to be right, even though other people may not agree or approve.

Anil Sinha, an India-born journalist once remarked: “Confidence is something you acquire in yourself by believing in self-ability with courage and conviction.” Deuteronomy 31:6 confirms: “Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Titus 1:9, Romans 10:17, 2 Timothy 1:7

Sermon On Self-Identification

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 12, 2023

Self-identity is defined as the perception or recognition of one's characteristics as a particular individual, especially in relation to social context.

Ralph Waldo Emerson, an American essayist once remarked: “To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” Exodus 3:14-15 confirms: “God said to Moses, “I am who I am.” And he said, “Say this to the people of Israel: ‘I am has sent me ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13, Hebrews 13:5, Philippians 4:8-9, Romans 12:2

The Seven Mile Sermon

Contributed by Alvan Lewis on Apr 25, 2022

Jesus is the Theme of the Old Testament

The Seven Mile Sermon Luke 24:13-32 When I started in the ministry the normal length of a sermon was about 40 minutes and we did that at least twice on a Sunday. It seems that as preachers grow older, they get shorter, and their sermons get shorter as well. But here in Luke 24 Jesus preaches a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-32

Denomination: Anglican

Immanuel - A Funeral Sermon

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 3, 2022

Funerals remind us to prepare for our meeting with Christ.

Funerals are Universal and Important Funerals remind us of: a. The Certainty of Death (Ecclesiastes 9:5) b. The Shortness of life (James 4:14) c. The Shortage of life (John 10:10) d. The sovereignty of God and Reality of Eternity e. Our need for God and others – in fact, grief leads us to God and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon On The Rewards Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on May 12, 2022

A reward is defined as a thing given in recognition, effort or achievement.

John Burroughs, an American naturalist and nature essayist once remarked: “To find the universal elements enough; to find the air and the water exhilarating; to be refreshed by a morning walk or an evening saunter... to be thrilled by the stars at night; to be elated over a bird's nest or a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:33-34, Hebrews 11:6

Sermon On Celestial Voices

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 9, 2022

There are many known medical benefits to singing, especially when we are praising God for everything in life.

Anne Lamott, an American novelist and non-fiction writer once remarked: “Then the singing enveloped me. It was furry and resonant, coming from everyone’s very heart. There was no sense of performance or judgment, only that the music was breath and food.” 2 Chronicles 5:12-14 reminds us: “And all ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13, Job 38:7, Nehemiah 12:31, 1 Corinthians 14:26

Sermon On A Happy Place

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 25, 2023

One of the many definitions of a happy place is considered to be a zone or situation that somebody only has to think about in order to feel happy and relaxed.

Elizabeth Wurtzel, a prolific American writer and journalist, sadly afflicted with cancer and depression once remarked: “It doesn’t matter how many years go by, how much therapy I embark on, how much I try to achieve that elusive thing known as perspective, which is supposed to put all past wrongs ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:13, Revelation 21:27, Psalm 37:4, Proverbs 17:22

Sermon On The Learning Curve

Contributed by William Meakin on Oct 11, 2023

The learning curve is defined as the rate of a person’s progress in gaining experience or new skills.

Sir Richard Charles Nicholas Branson, a British business magnate once remarked: “My mother always taught me never to look back in regret but to move on to the next thing. The amount of time people waste dwelling on failures rather than putting that energy into another project, always amazes me. I ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:7, 2 Timothy 3:16, Philippians 4:9, Titus 2:1

Sermon On Dark Secrets

Contributed by William Meakin on Oct 15, 2023

A dark secret is defined as something kept hidden or unexplained.

Charlotte Brontë, an English novelist and poet once remarked: “The human heart has hidden treasures, In secret kept, in silence sealed; The thoughts, the hopes, the dreams, the pleasures, Whose charms were broken if revealed.” Luke 8:17 reveals: “For nothing is hidden that will not be made ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:10, Proverbs 25:2, Daniel 2:28, Colossians 1:26

Sermon On Absolute Oneness

Contributed by William Meakin on Oct 29, 2023

Oneness has been said to be either relative or absolute.

T. A. McMahon, an author of Christian books and videos once remarked: “For the believer in Jesus, every trial of suffering is an opportunity to grow in the faith, to grow in our relationship with the Lord, and to see Him work in our lives in a uniquely personal way that demonstrates His compassion, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14, Colossians 2:9, Ephesians 2:8, 1 John 4:8

A John Wayne Sermon

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 8, 2022

Most Americans enjoy watching a good cowboy movie. One reason we like them is because even the most simple minded person can understand them.

Illus: Two cowboy friends, Joe and Bob, each bought a horse one summer. They enjoyed riding around and doing the things that cowboys do. When winter came, however, they did not want to pay to have their horses stabled for the winter. Instead, they decided to release them in a pasture and get ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The River Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 9, 2022

The river of life is said to represent God's life-giving presence.

Jeffrey R. Anderson, author of ”The Nature Of Things - Navigating Everyday Life With Grace.” once remarked: "The river is one of my favourite metaphors, the symbol of the great flow of Life Itself. The river begins at Source, and returns to Source, unerringly.” Revelation 22:1 confirms: ...read more

Scripture: John 7:38-39, Ezekiel 47:9, Isaiah 44:3, Revelation 7:17

Sermon On Trust And Freedom

Contributed by William Meakin on Mar 20, 2022

Trust could be said to have a symbiotic relationship with freedom, without one the other is difficult to find.

Robert C. Solomon, an American-born philosopher and author once remarked: “Trust is not bound up with knowledge so much as it is with freedom, the openness to the unknown.” Proverbs 3:5 states: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.” Galatians 5:1 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 12:2, James 1:2-4, 1 Peter 2:16, Psalm 37:5

Sermon On The Tools Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 12, 2022

Tools are defined as a device or implement, especially one held in the hand, used to carry out a particular function.

Steve Maraboli, an American author once remarked: “Accept yourself, your strengths, your weaknesses, your truths, and know what tools you have to fulfil your purpose.” Deuteronomy 19:5 confirms: “For instance, a man may go into the forest with his neighbour to cut wood, and as he swings his axe to ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 50:23, 1 Peter 2:1-25, Ephesians 2:10