Sermons on Foster Care:

Looking For Loopholes

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 11, 2018

A study in the book of Leviticus 25: 1 – 55

Leviticus 25: 1 – 55 Looking for loopholes 25 And the LORD spoke to Moses on Mount Sinai, saying, 2 “Speak to the children of Israel, and say to them: ‘When you come into the land which I give you, then the land shall keep a Sabbath to the LORD. 3 Six years you shall sow your field, and six years ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Jesus Is Aware

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jul 29, 2020

Jesus shares with us his awareness of our issues in the text he is aware of everything, aware of His compassion for us, he is so aware he touches us, and he so aware he provides.

Matthew 14:13-21 “Jesus is Aware” 1. Today’s reading tells us • Jesus has just heard that his cousin, John, had lost his head. • He's trying to find a solitary place. So he may grieve for a while. 2. Our text reminds us of Jesus’s Awareness • He is aware of the tragedies ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: Methodist

Our Best Foot Forward, Every Time

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 26, 2016

Sermon encouraging this church family to give careful attention to the heart we project to non-believers

Showed video here - man on the street interviews about the world's impressions of Christians We’ll talk about that video in a little bit. For a few weeks now we’ve been talking about our vision as a church... Today, I get to wrap this up by talking about making CCC a place that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Management 101 Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Aug 5, 2019

The need for Deacons

Acts 6: Management 101 - 3/5/17 Turn with me this morning to Acts 6.  I hope you are looking forward to what God has to say to you today.  Each week when you come, I hope your attitude is always This is going to be GOOD!  Because the truth is that if you come expecting a great ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Little Man In His Eye

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 28, 2019

A study in Psalm 17: 1 - 15

Psalm 17: 1 – 15 The little man in His eye 1 Hear a just cause, O LORD, attend to my cry; Give ear to my prayer which is not from deceitful lips. 2 Let my vindication come from Your presence; Let Your eyes look on the things that are upright. 3 You have tested my heart; You have visited me in the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 17:8

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

I Am A What?

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 21, 2019

A study in Psalm 23: 1 - 6

Psalm 23: 1 – 6 I am a what? 1 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. 3He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness for His name’s sake. 4Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

I Shall Not Want PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore the themes of God's love, provision, and protection as illustrated in Psalm 23, emphasizing that we are never alone in our trials as long as we are anchored to God.

Good morning, church family. Today we're diving back into one of the most beloved and cherished passages in the entire Bible, Psalm 23. We'll be exploring the rich themes of God's love for us, His provision for us, and His protection of us. A.C. Dixon said, "In Jesus Christ on the Cross there is ...read more

Topics: Cares, Me

Exit Right Or Exit Left PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 21, 2023

This sermon explores what it means to be the Church beyond buildings, emphasizing service to the needy as a reflection of Christ's love. Key

Greetings, beloved family of God. It is a joy to gather together, even if only virtually, in the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here to reflect, to learn, to encourage one another, and to be encouraged by the Word of God. We are here to be reminded of who we are, of whose we are, and of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Topics: Caring, Least

Parent-Child Dedication Service

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Mar 14, 2002

A SERVICE FOR CHILD DEDICATION: to impress upon us how God views children and how we are given the joy and duty to care for them in God’s love.

Parent- Child Dedication Service Anyone here want to know a measure of God’s blessing here. I’ve got 4 of them! They are a blessing. They are a joy! They have taught me more about God and His love and His joy. In fact they are spoken of as a “heritage” i.e. a legacy or something that lives on even ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:3-5, Mark 10:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Who Am I?

Contributed by David Nolte on Jul 30, 2017

In light of God's greatness why would He concern Himself with mankind?

“Who Am I?” Psalm 8:1-9 David P. Nolte The philosopher Immanuel Kant's lifelong research revolved around four questions: “Who am I?” “What am I?” “What can I do?” “What can I know?” The questions which he said were unanswerable were: "Who am I?" and "What am I?” “Who am I? Moses ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paul's Care For Them - Part 5 Of 13 Series

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Jun 10, 2003

Paul now shows forth his care for the Thessalonians even as he was faithful in imparting the gospel of Christ for the redemption of their souls.

"Service and the Second Coming" - Part 5 of 13 1 Thessalonians 2:1-20 “Paul’s Care For Them” 1 Thessalonians 2:7-9 I. Paul’s COURAGE before them. (vv. 1-4). II. Paul’s COMMITMENT to them. (vv. 5-6) III. Paul’s CARE for the Thessalonians. (vv. 7-9) Isaiah 40:11; 2 Timothy 2:24-25; Genesis ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:7-9

Denomination: Baptist

Aged Parent Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 25, 2015

A sermon on the struggles of caring for an aged parent (material adapted from Marilyn Fanning's book, The Not So Golden Years)

HoHum: My dad would often joke that he needed to treat his children well because his 4 children would choose his nursing home. He wanted to make sure he got the best nursing home so he had to treat us well. One day my dad was talking about this on the phone with me and I came up with an idea. I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hospitality Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Dec 17, 2021

Hospitality Series: Spiritual Practices: Developing Life with God November 14, 2021

Hospitality Series: Spiritual Practices: Developing Life with God November 14, 2021 Welcome...each of you here...and online... so thankful for this time. Do you want to experience connection with God? That is what Jesus represents... restoring that connection. He takes our separation upon ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:13, Leviticus 19:33-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part 5 Of 6: Idle Caring Series

Contributed by John Knight on Feb 9, 2003

Call to compassion with action.

Making The Most Of My Life: Six Ways We Waste Our Day Part 5 of 6: Idle Caring James 2:15-16 "Suppose you see a brother or sister who needs food or clothing, and you say, "Well, good-bye and God bless you; stay warm and eat well"—but then you don’t give that person any food or clothing. ...read more

Scripture: James 2:15-16

Denomination: Holiness

Jesus, Don't You Care?

Contributed by Ronald Keller on Mar 16, 2003

When the storms of life come crashing in, are we tempted to ask, "Jesus, Don’t You Care?"

"JESUS, DON’T YOU CARE?" INTRODUCTION The Sea Of Galilee, sometimes called The Lake of Gennesaret, is located in Israel. It is surrounded by hills and mountains. It is much, much smaller than Lake Erie: But like Erie it is subject to quick developing, violent storms. Several years ago our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Nazarene