Sermons on Francis Of Assisi:

Shadow Puppets & The Puppet-Master

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Oct 17, 2013

Allow God to orchestrate the affairs of your life and be blessed. God is not a puppet-master in the sense that pulls all your strings 24/7/365; Rather think of it as Him being the master harpist.

Quotes: "We shall steer safely through every storm, so long as our heart is right, our intention fervent, our courage steadfast, and our trust fixed on God." - St. Francis De Sales "Only God can fully satisfy the hungry heart of man." - Hugh Black “God doesn't owe us anything - yet in His ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Moved In The Gut To Write A Blank Check For An Enemy

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 7, 2013

Our Understanding of God's Love moves us to repent of our sins, forgive as we are forgiven, and live a life of gift to convert others.

Fifteenth Sunday in Course 2013 For nine years I had the privilege, joy, and occasional discomfort of teaching moral theology to a class of tenth graders at a local Catholic high school. Right at the top of the proud moments was an incident that happened when Archbishop Gomez visited my class. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Catholic

Reaching Beyond Limits Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 22, 2013

Some practical steps to combat the anti-God culture in which we find ourselves.

1. Culture Wars -- actually a continuation of the "War of the Gods" * Pedophile Teacher in MI raped a young boy: convicted and sentenced to 15-30 years in prison -- fellow Teachers standing with him; Parents are demanding their termination; Teachers are threatening lawsuits if fired; BTW, the man ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Can't We All Just Get Along?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 25, 2013

The secret to getting along is living as Jesus did, in a family.

Christmas 2013 “Why Can’t We All Just Get Along?” The question I’d like to ask today, this Christmas about two thousand twenty years after the first one, comes from an unlikely guy, Rodney King. You may not remember him, but a couple of decades ago he was the victim of a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:34-35

Denomination: Catholic

I Can Only Imagine Home

Contributed by John Payton on Mar 22, 2018

This is the 4th and last of a series of messages using the themes of the Movie, "I Can Only Imagine." I took the major themes and a few quotes, but went my own direction on each. The introduction recaps the 1st 3. Main thought: being at home with Jesus.

I CAN ONLY IMAGINE-HOME INTRO: The song that was written in mere minutes by “Mercy-Me” lead singer Bart Millard ,“I Can Only Imagine,” is renewing hope to many in the midst of life’s challenging situations. The movie by that name tells the story behind the song and is being played to sell-out ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Mind Of Christ Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on May 3, 2019

Paul talks about two themes as Like-mindedness and lowly-mindedness in Philippians 2 to describe the humility of Christ or the mind of Christ. Paul demands affection beyond apprehension.

Theme: “Mind of Christ” Text: Philippians 2:1-11 Introduction: This chapter has two themes as Like-mindedness and lowly-mindedness. Paul demands affection beyond apprehension. This passage has the eschatological Hymnal. Kummel says this is the “Kerygma of Christ”. Bruce says this passage is the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Can I Know God? Series

Contributed by Jim Kilson on Dec 3, 2014

Part 2 of 6 in a series on Basic Bible Doctrines

INTRODUCTION: This morning we’re going to begin by looking at one of the most powerful scenes recorded for us in the Old Testament… Elijah goes 450 to 1 against the prophets of Baal. After going all day without an answer the prophets of Baal are forced to concede that their god ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 18:36-39

Denomination: Christian Church

The Holy Family Of Jesus, Mary And Joseph

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 21, 2017

Clear guidelines with reasonable consequences. High school kids are looking for words of wisdom.

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph Some of you will celebrate New Year’s Eve via your television. I like what some comedian said about that. He said, “I love it when they drop the ball in Times Square. It’s a nice reminder of what I did all year.” Our First Reading is indicative of the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-21

Denomination: Catholic

Get It Right Sermon Ii: Get It Right And Win The Fight Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Mar 30, 2020

Unity in Christ is needed as never before, so Christians must work together a the Body of Christ to be true to our calling in Christ Jesus so as to share God's love to many people in many ways.

Keep Getting It Right . . . and Win the Fight! Two hundred years ago, Francis Scott Key stood watch for American captives being held beneath the deck of a British ship off the shore of Maryland while British warships pounded a US ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Choose This Day Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Mar 13, 2016

We cannot be neutral. When God calls us, He demands strict and exclusive loyalty. We're to renounce all God-substitutes. We have a choice to make.

Knowing he is near the end of his life, Joshua assembles the elders to give one last charge to Israel. It is a solemn moment, and the climax of the book. Joshua's last words are rooted in history, and in the wondrous works of God the children of Israel witnessed themselves. Joshua reminds his ...read more

Denomination: Congregational

Reflections For Maundy Thursday

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 18, 2019

What do we learn from the Last Supper that we can apply to our lives as Christians

Maundy Thursday sermon Today we remember the events that occurred on Thursday of what the church calls Holy Week, the last week in the life of Jesus. Perhaps this week in about AD 29 is the most talked about week on in the history of mankind It has been estimated that about a third of all the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17, John 13:31-35, Luke 22:1-13

Denomination: Anglican

Easter Sunday The Resurrection Of The Lord: Garden Of Victory!

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Feb 24, 2024

Easter is revealed in returning to gardens!

Archaeology has discovered during the time of Christ planting pots with pollen in them, which tends to be well preserved in arid environments. These growing pots were then transferred to gardens.1 Easter is revealed in returning to gardens! 1. The meaning of paradise is a garden, from the Latin ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, Matthew 28:10

Denomination: Catholic

Interrupted By God: Embracing Divine Disruptions Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 30, 2024

The concept of divine interruption is deeply rooted in Scripture and challenges us to trust in God's sovereignty over our lives. Are we willing to let God change our plans, redirect our steps, and shape our journey?

Interrupted by God: Embracing Divine Disruptions Introduction: Today, we reflect on a powerful quote from Dietrich Bonhoeffer: “We must be ready to allow ourselves to be interrupted by God.” Bonhoeffer, a theologian who lived during a time of great crisis, understood the importance of yielding to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:9, Luke 10:30-37, Matthew 14:22-33, Acts 10:9-16, Romans 12:2, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Trusting God’s Unfailing Love Psalm 13:5 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 30, 2024

Psalm 13:5 provides a window into the soul of King David during a time of great distress, yet it concludes with a powerful declaration of trust in God’s unfailing love.

Trusting God’s Unfailing Love Psalm 13:5 Introduction: Today, we turn our hearts to one of the shortest but most profound psalms in the Bible, Psalm 13:5. This psalm provides a window into the soul of King David during a time of great distress, yet it concludes with a powerful declaration of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:5, Psalm 13:1, Philippians 4:4, James 2:17, John 15:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Twenty-Seventh Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year B: The Fellowship Of The Rings

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Sep 1, 2024

When I was a young boy; My mama said to me; “There’s only one girl in the world for you; And she probably lives in Tahiti.”

Marriage requires 4 types of "RINGS”:1 The Engagement Ring: The idea of Soulmates was first written about by a Greek playwright, the ancient equivalent of Hollywood.1 It’s a made-up romantic term meaning that there is only one person whom you are spiritually destined to marry. “Those ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:2-16

Denomination: Catholic