Sermons on Foolish Talk:

Shortcut, Short Circuit (October 16, 2022)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 13, 2022

Shortcuts lead to short circuits in our spiritual lives. Today we will talk about repentance, confessing faith and persecution.

SHORTCUT, SHORT CIRCUIT Text: John 10:1 -2 and Matthew 5:10-12 John 10:1 "Very truly, I tell you, anyone who does not enter the sheepfold by the gate but climbs in by another way is a thief and a bandit. 2 The one who enters by the gate is the shepherd of the sheep. Matthew 5:10-12 ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-2, Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Three Essentials For Christian Living

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 30, 2023

As the title of the message suggests, I want to point out and talk about three foundational themes that are essential to the Christian Life.

In the earliest formation of acting, method actors were likely to be trained thespians. The original actor, Thespis, performed in Greek amphitheaters. Actors were called hypocrites, a Greek word meaning "one who wears a mask." These hypocrites shielded their identity, wore a mask, to ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

God Won't Give You More Than You Can Handle Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jun 8, 2023

Too often our talk about faith becomes bumper sticker theology - a short statement that sounds good … but is it true?

Myths Christians Often Believe God Won’t Give Me More Than I Can Handle Introduction Today we are beginning a new series of messages for the Summer called Myths Christians Often Believe. Too often our talk about faith becomes bumper sticker theology - a short statement that sounds good … but is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:12-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Holy Conversations Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Oct 7, 2023

Holy Conversations Series: Holy Conversations: Talking about God in Everyday Life Brad Bailey – Oct. 1, 2023

Intro I first heard of how God had come to us in Christ … early 1970s… through my HS and college years… there was nothing unusual about believing in God… and even accepting Christ as savior. For sure there was the awkward tension some friends felt about how it might affect partying together in the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Show Mercy Series

Contributed by Mike Lewis on Nov 28, 2023

In our beatitudes, we have talked about the heart of God in the early beatitudes that Jesus preached in his great Sermon.

WELCOME & INTRODUCTION THE HISTORY OF PRESIDENTIAL PARDONS [excerpt taken from National Geographic article by Erin Blakemore, Jan. 7, 2021. https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/controversial-history-presidential-pardons-from-watergate-to-whiskey-rebellion] A U.S. president’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7, Micah 6:6-8, Matthew 6:14-15, Matthew 7:1-2, Luke 16:19-31, Matthew 9:13, Ephesians 4:32  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Four Men Who Made A Difference #3 Series

Contributed by David Swanger on Jan 13, 2024

We sit in church and talk about the needs around us. The question is: What are we doing about them?

Great Lessons from the Life of Christ #3 Four Men Who Made a Difference (Mark 2:1-12) Parallel Passages: Matthew 9:1-8; Luke 5:17-26; 5:8-9 Recently heard a preacher talk about his experience in another country where both physical and spiritual needs were overwhelming. • A country of 8 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

01 - James 1:1-8 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 20, 2021

This is the 1st of 11 Studies on the Book of James and talks about our attitude to trials, and about seeking God for wisdom.

James 1:1 “James, a bondservant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad: Greetings.” James begins his letter by introducing himself, as the bondservant of both God and of the Lord Jesus Christ. A bondservant was a slave to his master. In the Old ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-8, Acts 8:1, 1 Corinthians 13:4, Matthew 5:48, Hebrews 2:10, Romans 5:1-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Amazing Mirror

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 25, 2021

God's word is a mirror that looks us, causes us to talk, can make us look better.

The Amazing Mirror James 1:17-27 1. How many times a day do we look in the mirror? • Some look in the mirror to get information about themselves • Some look to just confirm what they thought its awful looking • We use mirrors to make ourselves look better • We use mirrors for practical ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

Power Of The Disciplines Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 26, 2023

Today we go further into the Sermon on the Mount to hear Jesus talking about three spiritual disciplines of the Christian life.

Introduction In this series of messages we have been talking about powering up when our spiritual batteries get low. Matthew’s Gospel teaches… We establish a powerful connection to God in baptism. In addition, through the Spirit and Scripture we Overcome temptations. We share our influence to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Fig Tree Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 14, 2024

A sermon in the Lenten series "If Trees Could Talk." In this sermon we hear from the fig tree.

March 13, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church John 1:35-51; Luke 13:6-9 The Fig Tree Good evening, friendly humans. It’s such a pleasure to be with you here this evening. Thank you for inviting me as a guest speaker in your Lenten series. May I introduce myself? I am Fig Tree. I ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51, Luke 13:6-9

Denomination: Lutheran

The Kind Of Church God Is Looking For.

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 15, 2024

Sometime when talking with folks we hear them say “I’m looking for a good church for my family”.

However, many people today when they say they are looking for a church for their family they look for a church today the same way they are shopping for a new car. That is, they are looking for a church that has certain features. Such as a… (1) Beautiful building to worship in. If you find ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Baptist

A Call To Unconditional Love. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 23, 2024

Today, I want to talk about a common pitfall that can damage our relationships and hinder our growth in love.

Today, I want to talk about a common pitfall that can damage our relationships and hinder our growth in love. It's the habit of threatening to leave or walk away when things get tough or when we don't get our way. In Matthew 22:37-40, Jesus teaches us that the greatest commandment is to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-40

The Dangers Of Verbal Abuse Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 3, 2025

Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up...

"As the tongue is a small part of the body, but makes great boasts, consider what a great forest is set on fire by a small spark." - James 3:5 Verbal abuse, a subtle yet destructive form of mistreatment, has become an unfortunate reality in many relationships, including marriages. The ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29, Colossians 3:19

Fruit That Is Never Out Of Season: Gentleness Series

Contributed by John Maxwell on Aug 10, 2006

With the help and the grace of God this morning, I want to talk to you about a gentleness that helps us to conquer ourselves. If you’ll look at that verse that we’ve been looking at, Galatians 5:22, it talks about how God’s Spirit makes us loving, happy,

FRUIT THAT IS NEVER OUT OF SEASON GENTLENESS Galatians 5:22 John Maxwell INTRODUCTION: With the help and the grace of God this morning, I want to talk to you about a gentleness that helps us to conquer ourselves. If you’ll look at that verse that we’ve been looking at, Galatians 5:22, it talks ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Wesleyan

Love And Marriage Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jun 16, 2010

Much of what I’m going to talk about today comes more from experience as a counsellor than directly from Scripture, though I’ve discovered that the Bible talked about these things long before I observed them in the counselling office, and therefore is rea

Much of what I’m going to talk about today comes more from experience as a counsellor than directly from Scripture, though I’ve discovered that the Bible talked about these things long before I observed them in the counselling office, and therefore is really an excellent guide for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33