Sermons on Fishing For People:

Your Light Will Irritate Some Demons. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 15, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical teachings on spiritual warfare, examining the nature of the spiritual battle we face and the importance of standing firm in the face of demonic opposition.

As believers, we are called to be the light of the world, shining brightly in a world filled with darkness and evil (Matthew 5:14-16). However, as we fulfill this calling, we must be aware that our light will inevitably irritate some demons. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical teachings on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16, Ezekiel 28:12-19

Nothing Unclean Shall Enter Heaven Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 9, 2025

In this sermon we'll explore the biblical teachings on this topic, examining whether people with unclean mouths, habits, attitudes, or sinful lifestyles can enter heaven.

The Bible teaches that heaven is a holy and pure place, where God dwells in all His glory. As such, nothing unclean or sinful can enter heaven. In this sermon we'll explore the biblical teachings on this topic, examining whether people with unclean mouths, habits, attitudes, or sinful ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:15, 1 John 3:6-10

A Call To Stand: Voting For Righteousness And Defending Truth Series

Contributed by Ron Auch Jr on Mar 23, 2025

We are living in a time when truth is being distorted, morality is under attack, and the very foundations of righteousness are being challenged. We are not called to sit on the sidelines. We are called to stand in the gap, to be the salt and light in a dark world, and to fight for righteousness.

A Call to Stand: Voting for Righteousness and Defending Truth Key Texts: Proverbs 14:34, Isaiah 1:17, Psalm 82:3-4, Matthew 5:13-16 Introduction We are living in a time when truth is being distorted, morality is under attack, and the very foundations of righteousness are being challenged. But ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Is Perfecting Everything Concerning You Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 2, 2025

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him....

As a child of God, it's reassuring to know that He is constantly working to perfect everything concerning you. This promise is rooted in Scripture, which reminds us that God is sovereign, loving, and always working for our good. Romans 8:28 : "And we know that in all things God works for ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Discerning The Source Of Criticism Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 21, 2025

When criticism is based on lies and bathed in bitterness, it is essential to recognize that it is not coming from God.

As Christians, we are not immune to criticism. In fact, Jesus promised that we would face persecution and criticism for our faith (John 15:18-21). However, not all criticism is constructive or godly. When criticism is based on lies and bathed in bitterness, it is essential to recognize that it is ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-21, Ephesians 4:15

"What's Your Net Worth?" Series

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Jan 30, 2008

Jesus would teach the Peter the Fisherman "How to Fish." Seven points concerning the "net." Wash it... mend it... drop it... fill it... etc...

Title: "Your Net Worth?" On Sunday nights we have been studying the miracles of Christ. This is the third message in that series. In reading and rereading the text, I try to look for a common theme. I kept reading the word, "Net." I trust that the Lord will use this message to be a blessing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

A World Where Nothing Is Lost

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 28, 2008

A fish that would not die symbolized the Christ who is able to give a relationship that will never end, as opposed to our typical dependence on things or on information to make us secure.

We have, at our house, a small miracle. I can only call it a miracle. Maybe we ought to build a small shrine to house this miracle. The miracle is the incredible, indestructible fish. Our own private incredible, indestructible fish. You see, from time to time somebody in our household will decide ...read more

Scripture: John 6:22-40

Denomination: Baptist

Answering The Call To Follow Jesus Matthew 4:18-20 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 11, 2024

Matthew 4:18-20 captures the essence of discipleship and our response to Jesus' call.

Answering the Call to Follow Jesus Matthew 4:18-20 Today, we will delve into a profound moment in the New Testament where Jesus calls His first disciples. The title of our sermon is "Transformed by Truth: Answering the Call to Follow Jesus," based on Matthew 4:18-20. This passage ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-20, Matthew 4:19, John 10:27, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Matthew 4:20, Luke 9:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Feeds The Five Thousand

Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 25, 2014

A drama for children: Jesus Feeds The Five Thousand

Jesus Feeds The Five Thousand (This children’s address is based on John 6: 1-15.) A Theology: Jesus’ miracles of feeding the five thousand and walking on water give relevance to the meaning of his sermon at Capernaum. In his sermon Jesus said, “And this is the will of him who ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Brings Good News Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jul 5, 2010

Things sometimes look bad but Jesus coming brings the Kingdom of God near

By Rev Bill Stewart On the 8 May 1945, Victory in Europe Day, the British Prime Minister Winston Churchill broadcast to the nation that Germany had surrendered and that a final cease fire on all war fronts in Europe would come into effect at one minute past midnight that night. The Act of Military ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-39

Denomination: Anglican

God Provides

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 6, 2024

Can God provide for the faithful even under political oppression? While Herod Antipas ruled Galilee under Caesar Augustus, Jesus preached to thousands. Herod had executed John the Baptist. Was he also paranoid about Jesus? Let’s find out in Matthew 14.

Can God provide for the faithful even under political oppression? While Herod Antipas ruled Galilee under Caesar Augustus, Jesus preached to thousands. Herod had executed John the Baptist. Was he also paranoid about Jesus? Let’s find out in Matthew 14. At that time Herod the tetrarch heard the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Cajuns, Prophets, And Persian Kings: God's Servants To Bless His People

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Nov 3, 2002

Pentecost 22: Trials, persecutions, and the most difficult moments in life are used by God to deliver us from greater harm and to bless us.

A few nights ago I was sitting in the living room working on the computer. While checking my email, a pop-up ad for Classmates.com appeared. Classmates.com is an Internet company that stores graduation and reunion information for schools and military units. For some reason I decided to look up ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Help People Listen More Effectively – Mark 4:20

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 26, 2002

How to Help People Listen More Effectively – Mark 4:20

How to Help People Listen More Effectively – Mark 4:20 Jesus said, “Others, like seed sown on good soil, HEAR the word, accept it, and produce a crop – thirty, sixty or even a hundred times what was sown.” Jesus said, “You will know them by their fruit.” “Be doers of the word and not merely ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Avoid The Mistakes Of Giving Into Pressures From People - Gen 16:

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 1, 2002

How to Avoid the Mistakes of Giving Into Pressures From People - Gen 16:1-16

How to Avoid the Mistakes of Giving Into Pressures From People - Gen 16:1-16 We all need to know how to avoid giving in to the pressures from well meaning people who may think they know God’s will for our lives. Only the Lord knows the best time and way to accomplish His will. His leading comes ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Encourage People Who Are Facing Discouragement - Zech 4:6

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 3, 2002

How to Encourage People Who are Facing Discouragement - Zech 4:6,7

How to Encourage People Who are Facing Discouragement - Zech 4:6,7 Quote: As much as 77% of everything we think is negative and counterproductive and works against us. People who grow up in an average household hear "No" or are told what they can’t do more than 148,000 times by the time they reach ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational