Sermons on Finding The Lost:

What Journey Shall We Make Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 23, 2023

This Christmas Eve Meditation focused on the example the Wisemen set for us in following the star to find Jesus. What can we learn from how they followed the star and worshipped Christ?

PLAY: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VpuQ8lAi8Pg (a clip of the opening scenes from “Ben-Hur”, the 1959 movie starring Charleston Heston and focusing on the arrival of the Wisemen to see Jesus) Tonight, we’re going to take a journey to find Jesus - but we will not be following the star. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Recipe For Romance Series

Contributed by Ed Young on Jul 7, 2022

In this sermon by Ed & Lisa Young, you'll find that there's help and hope for troubled marriages as well as a challenge to make great marriages greater.

7 SENSES OF MARRIAGE : RECIPE FOR ROMANCE JANUARY 30, 2022, 9:30AM ED AND LISA YOUNG ED YOUNG: This is my wife, Lisa, we've been married for almost 40 years. LISA YOUNG: Just in case you didn't know. I'm not just some random girl standing up here with Ed. ED YOUNG: We're talking ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:3-4, 1 Corinthians 7:5, 2 Corinthians 2:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From Our Mouths To God's Ears Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jul 18, 2022

In the midst of the spiritual wilderness that we find ourselves in today, our serenity … our comfort … our confidence comes from the fact that God provides us with our daily bread.

After Jesus was baptized, the Gospel writers say that Jesus was led by the Holy Spirit into the wilderness where He was tempted by the devil for 40 days (Matthew 4:1-11; Mark 1:12-13; Luke 4:1-13). During that time, Jesus ate nothing. At this point, the devil attempts to use Jesus’ hunger to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, Exodus 15:23-27, Exodus 16:1-22, Exodus 31:15-16, Deuteronomy 8:3, Deuteronomy 8:7-10, Exodus 16:31, John 6:27, John 6:32-35, John 6:53-58  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

Faith Not Legalism (Galatians 3)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 18, 2024

Did Jesus say that until heaven and earth pass away, obedience to the law remains? Did the apostles contradict Him? Let's find out in Galatians 3.

Paul explained how we are justified by grace through faith, not works of the law. How is Abraham a model for Christians? Who are the real children of Abraham? What about Christians who insist on the works of the law? Is the law continued in spirit, discontinued in the letter, and thus transformed ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Who Occupied The Rest Room?

Contributed by Carmelo Orlando on Feb 21, 2024

Do you know that little room in which you are called to live intimately with Jesus? Are you sure there isn't someone else in your place? Find it out.

Judges 3:13 Eglon gathered the children of Ammon and Amalek around him, and went and smote Israel, and took possession of the city of palm trees. 14 So the children of Israel were servants of Eglon king of Moab eighteen years. 15 But the children of Israel cried unto the LORD, and ...read more

Scripture: Judges 3:13-30, Matthew 6:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Take Heart: Victory In Christ! John 16:33 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 30, 2024

John 16:33 is a beacon of hope for believers facing the challenges of life. Jesus acknowledges the reality of trials but assures us of His victory and the peace we can find in Him.

Take Heart: Victory in Christ! John 16:33 Introduction Today, we gather around a powerful promise spoken by Jesus in the Gospel of John. In John 16:33, Jesus says: "I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33, 1 Peter 4:12, Philippians 4:6-7, Isaiah 26:3, 1 John 4:4, Romans 8:37, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Is Our Refuge

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Aug 28, 2025

Even in the middle of chaos God is still God, Psalm 46 helps us realize where we can find safety while everything around us is falling apart.

When Hurricane Katrina came through Meridian, it was still a Category 1 storm. I was called in at the Fire Dept. for extra manpower, paired up with one of my crew, and we worked right through the storm. The wind was howling. Trees were snapping. Power was knocked out across the city. While most ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prioritizing God Over Screens Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 3, 2025

In today's digital age, it's easy to find ourselves glued to our screens, mindlessly scrolling through social media, and constantly checking notifications.

In today's digital age, it's easy to find ourselves glued to our screens, mindlessly scrolling through social media, and constantly checking notifications. But what if we treated our Bibles like we treat our phone addiction? What if we prioritized God's Word with the same zeal and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17

Two Ways To Pray, One Effective, The Other Not So Much

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 21, 2025

Our Gospel from St. Luke is the only place in the NT where we can find this parable of the Pharisee and the Publican, or tax-collector. Both go up to the Temple to pray.

Thirtieth Sunday Integral 2025 The deuterocanonical book of Sirach, a late work in Hebrew that survived only in Gk, is kind of a long reflection on the entire OT. It was used by the Church to help new barbarian members understand the moral law and the road to virtuous living so much that it was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14, 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 2 Timothy 4:16-18, John 3:16, Psalm 34:2-3, Psalm 34:17-18, Psalm 34:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Is There Enough Evidence To Prosecute?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 10, 2026

If charges were brought against you to take you to court for being a Christian would there be enough evidence to find you guilty? How do we measure being a Christian?

IS THERE ENOUGH EVIDENCE TO PROSECUTE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Watch YouTube: Wade Hughes LET US CONSIDER IF THERE WAS A CRIMINAL OR CIVIL TRIAL TODAY: WOULD THERE BE ENOUGH EVIDENCE TO CONVICT ME BEFORE A GROUP OF MY PEERS? WOULD A TRIAL BY 12 JURORS FIND ENOUGH ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31, John 14:15, John 15:12, John 13:34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

That Same God

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 1, 2025

No matter what situation you find yourself in, remember that God has not changed. The same God who delivered, provided, and fought battles in the past is still working today.

THAT SAME GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 17:37 "David said moreover, The Lord that delivered me out of the paw of the lion, and out of the paw of the bear, he will deliver me out of the hand of this Philistine. And Saul said unto David, Go, and the Lord be with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:37, Malachi 3:6, Hebrews 13:8, Isaiah 46:4, Psalm 34:19, 2 Timothy 4:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Questioning God: Between Pain & Purpose PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the intersection of faith and suffering, emphasizing that even in times of pain and doubt, we can trust in God's wisdom, find comfort in His presence, and discover purpose in our suffering.

Good morning church family. Today, we're diving into some deep waters together. We're going to tackle the tough issues of pain, doubt, and suffering in our lives and how they intersect with our faith in God. It can be hard to understand how a loving God can allow us to go through such tough times. ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-19, Psalm 34:18-19

Topics: Upset With God, God's Judgement

Victory Over Stress PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore what the Bible says about stress, emphasizing that while anxiety is unavoidable, we can find peace and strength to overcome it through faith and seeking God's kingdom first.

Good morning, church family! We all know that life can be full of pressures, right? There's work-related stress, family issues, financial problems, health concerns - the list goes on and on. We all experience stress in one form or another. The question is, how do we handle it? Today, we're going to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:27-34, Philippians 4:6-7

Topics: Defeating, Enemy

Why Did God Allow This? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the concept of suffering from the perspective of Psalm 73, emphasizing God's sovereignty, the benefits that can come from suffering, and how we can find peace amidst it all.

Good morning, family! Welcome this beautiful Sunday, as we come together to delve into God's word. Today, we're going to explore a topic that we all may have grappled with at some point - suffering. More specifically, we're going to look at it from the perspective of Psalm 73, focusing on God's ...read more

Topics: Bad Things, Christians

Are You A Modern Day Idolater? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Explore the concept of idolatry, not just as the worship of physical idols, but as anything that takes the place of God in our lives, and to guide us in identifying, eliminating, and finding freedom from such forms of idolatry.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. Today, we're going to tackle a topic that is as old as humanity itself and yet, it is as current as the news on your phone. We'll be talking about idolatry. Now, you might be thinking, "Idolatry? Isn't that about bowing down to golden calves and such? I don't ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:14

Topics: Idolatry