Sermons on Flavors:

The Vinedresser

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jul 15, 2013

Exposition of John

Text: John 15:1-8, Title: The Vineyards of Tifton 2: The Vinedresser, Date/Place: NRBC, 7/14/13, AM A. Opening illustration: B. Background to passage: part two in three part series about the vine, vinedresser, and branches. Jesus speaks about the Father’s role in spiritual fruit ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

"learning To Renew Your Mind" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 3, 2020

The cross, especially in the day of Jesus, stood for persecution; it stood for suffering; it stood for death. So anyone who elected to follow Christ-they knew what they were getting into. If anyone would come after me you must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.

DISCIPLESHIP 101 “Learning to Renew your Mind” Romans 12:1-2 We continue today in our series titled discipleship 101. Four weeks ago when we started this series I read a verse from Luke chapter 9 Jesus was speaking to anyone who might choose to follow him and these are the words that he spoke... ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Forgiveness: From A Dead End To A Forever Future

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Sep 14, 2020

In forgiving others, we reflect the divine grace we have received.

September 13, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Matthew 18:21-35 Forgiveness: From a Dead End to a Forever Future Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. A father is helping his young daughter with her homework. He picks up the paper she’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Lutheran

A Lesson About Salt Series

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 10, 2014

Thank you Pastor John Hamby for the original message. Much of this has remained the same, simply because it spoke to our need so well.

I want to begin looking at our theme for 2014, which is “Learning to be the light.” We’ll start by looking a passage in Matthew 5 and before we look at the idea of being light I believe we need to look at this concept of being salt. Since Jesus added salt to light, here, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

:what If I Am The Hypocrite?" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 25, 2022

A hypocrite is a person who puts on a false appearance. A hypocrite acts in a way that is inconsistent with their beliefs. A hypocrite pretends to be something he is not.

GOING PUBLIC WITH OUR FAITH “What if I am the Hypocrite?” Luke 12:1-9 So the excitement is building and is all centered round Jesus—so much so that right out of the gate we read that there are literally thousands of people “milling about and stepping on each other.” ? That’s a pretty clear ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Marriage And The Heart

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 23, 2022

Today’s text presents us with two touchy topics----- lust and divorce. All one has to do is look at the news, newspapers, and internet news outlets and see that there is fodder for discussion about these topics everywhere.

MARRIAGE AND THE HEART Text: Matthew 5:27 -32 Today’s text presents us with two touchy topics----- lust and divorce. All one has to do is look at the news, newspapers, and internet news outlets and see that there is fodder for discussion about these topics everywhere. What comes to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-32

Denomination: United Methodist

Where Is The Salt? Where Is The Light? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

Emphasize the importance and responsibility of the Church to be salt and light in the world, drawing people to Christ and glorifying God through our actions and deeds.

Good morning, church family! Today, we are diving into a message from Jesus found in Matthew 5, a message that speaks to the very core of our identity as Christ-followers and the mission of the Church. We'll be examining the importance of being salt and light, the responsibility we have as the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Topics: Salt, Light

An Act Of War

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Nov 15, 2023

Have a good Thanksgiving? • Turkey or ham debate? • Turkey, ham, goat debate? • Venison or bacon debate? Both please!

You don’t need to answer these questions out loud. I’m going to ask you to be honest with yourself: • Do you ever grow tired of hearing sermons about Christmas? • Do you kind of glaze when you know you are about to hear the same story you’ve heard so many times? • On the flipside, what was the most ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7, Revelation 12:1-17

When You... Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 28, 2024

Based on Matthew 6:1-21 - Challenges hearers with Jesus' teaching in the Sermon on the Mount on giving, praying, & fasting.

“WHEN YOU…” Matthew 6:1-21 FBCF – 10/27/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – Nov 3 – Sweet celebration Sermon on the Mount – Matthew 5-7 - Kingdom Manifesto – Jesus’ declaration of the principles of the K’dom of God that He introduced into the world as He taught & preached & healed in His earthly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Follow Jesus: Sustainable Servanthood Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Aug 28, 2025

What do you think causes a person to drop out or burn out from serving God and people? What if you knew what would help you to serve faithfully for the rest of your life? Get ready to learn how to sustain yourself and your service!

Follow JESUS: Sustainable Servanthood Mark 1:21-39 How many people remember our church's annual theme? Two words: Follow Jesus. Jesus invites us to follow him. He starts with, "Come and see." And then, "Believe." Have you thought recently how unbelievable it is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-39

Denomination: *other

Road To Revival

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

All of us have fallen, and our fall is not something in the past. It is something very much present right now. It is personal for each one of us. All of us come to a point when we want that which will be harmful to us.

Opening illustration: A few years ago, a story in a National American Magazine described a couple who “adopted” two wolf puppies. They discovered the wolves, while making a movie about the caribou in Alaska. They took them to their home, raised them, gave them the kindest treatment, and for a while ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Self-Reflection PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023

This sermon urges the Church to self-examine, repent, resist worldly influences, and prioritize God-pleasing preaching over crowd-pleasing entertainment.

Welcome, beloved congregation, to this sanctuary where our hearts find solace, our spirits find nourishment, and our faith finds reinforcement. We are gathered here, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the divine discourse that God has graciously invited us into. We are here, not ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-7

Topics: Self-Examination, Warning

A Four-Part Challenge PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 31, 2023

This sermon explores enduring faith, spiritual discipline, and promoting gospel truth, encouraging believers to actively live out their faith amid life's challenges.

Welcome, beloved brothers and sisters. We gather here today, not as strangers, but as a family united under the banner of Christ's love. We are here to share in the joy of our faith, to bolster each other in the face of trials, and to grow together in the knowledge and understanding of God's Word. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:5

Topics: Walking Strong, Spiritually

Holy Spirit Empowered Witness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 14, 2024

This sermon explores our calling to bear witness to Christ's truth, guided and empowered by the Holy Spirit, and the transformative power this brings.

Good morning, beloved family of faith. We find ourselves gathered here today in the warm embrace of our shared belief, a sacred bond that unites us all. As we come together in the spirit of love, unity, and the pursuit of divine truth, we are reminded of the great commission that is entrusted to us ...read more

Scripture: John 15:26-27

Topics: Witnessing, Sharing, Gospel

The Supremacy Of Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 8, 2024

This sermon explores Christ's supremacy in creation, His sustaining power, and His role as Reconciler, deepening our understanding of His love and divine nature.

Ladies and Gentlemen, Brothers and Sisters in Christ, I am thrilled to have you here today. We gather as a family, bound by the love of our Lord Jesus Christ, to unwrap the beautiful gift of His Word. We are about to embark on a spiritual feast, a banquet of biblical truth, where we will savor the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20

Topics: Christ, Invisible God, Creator/Sustainer