Sermons on Fumes:

Preaching The Good New

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 22, 2013

Change happens whether we like it or not. God works to get us out of our comfort zone and into our dependence on him.

1. On the birthday of a 100 year old man in Maine a reporter interviewed the man and said, “100 years! Wow, you have seen a lot of changes.” The man replied, “Yes, and I have been agin’ every one of ‘em!” 2. Changes Come, Ready or Not • 90%t of all the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:14-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Healing Of Naaman

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 18, 2012

The healing of Naaman is replete with strange incidents, which are there to make us think out of the box.

Story: My old Chaplain (when Maddy and I were in Basle) Tom Roberts used to say that when you are stumped for a Bible passage to preach on - use the story of Naaman. And for many of you who have gone to Sunday school, it is a very familiar and much loved story. But the more I thought about it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-15

Denomination: Anglican

A Puff Of Smoke Series

Contributed by Coz Von on Jun 29, 2016

What did King James say about smoking?

Not far from the North Dakota farm where I grew up was a barely-there town: a couple of grain elevators, a post office, a bar, and a general store. The store was a brick box, containing creaky floors, old and poorly stocked shelves, a few spotty fruits and vegetables, and a single dairy case. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Full - Pt. 1 - Pushing Past Empty! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 26, 2017

We prefer full over empty! Jesus says He came that we might have abundant (full) life. Do we? Do we even know what we should be full of?

Full Pt. 1 - Pushing Past Empty I. Introduction It is a new year. Usually a new year is filled with expectations, resolutions, big plans, and anticipation. But, I also wonder how many would be honest enough to admit that in the back of our minds there is also some fear? I was excited last New ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rahab: The Scarlet Cord Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on May 6, 2019

Joshua 2:1-21

WOMEN OF WONDER - Rahab: The Scarlet Cord of Salvation (Mother’s Day) May 12, 2019 Joshua 2:1-21 (p. 147) Introduction: One of the most amazing books I’ve ever read is Brennan Manning’s The Ragamuffin Gospel…and the first chapter starts this way… On a blustery October night ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Apathy, Half-Heartedness, Change

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 4, 2021

Has your daily life destroyed your love of living. Apathy and half-heartedness has stolen our first love. King Jehoahaz took lightly the old preacher's plan for a complete victory. Does your zeal show?

APATHY: HALF-HEARTED: WHAT DO I DO TO CHANGE…. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Deuteronomy 6:5 And thou shalt love the LORD thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might. AGREE OR DISAGREE: ONLY I CAN CHANGE MY LIFE. NO ONE ELSE CAN DO IT FOR ME? ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:5, Proverbs 29:18, Revelation 3:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Alone In Paradise Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 17, 2021

God did not intend to make man in His image with the nature of love and desire for companionship, and then not meet that need.

Back in the days when women were fighting for the right to vote there were a number of women speakers who could expound eloquently on the virtues and values of women. The story is told the one such speaker who brought her message to a conclusion by saying, "Where would man be today without ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18

Good Reception

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 21, 2023

How focused are you on listening for Jesus' voice amidst the clamor of the world?

Have any of you ever watched Joan of Arcadia? For those of you who aren’t familiar with the show, it was about a teenage girl who talks to God. Joan never knows when he is going to appear. He can show up looking like a substitute teacher or a garbage man or a cheerleader or a toddler at a day care ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Christian Response To Persecution Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 4, 2020

If and when we are persecuted, how shall we resond?

The Christian Response to Persecution Acts 4:23-31 In America, where I live, we formally have freedom to worship and express our religious views. I use the word “formally” because there is increasing erosion to these freedoms. We have not suffered the severe persecution our Christian brothers ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31, Romans 8:28, 2 Timothy 3:12, 1 Corinthians 10:13, 1 Corinthians 2:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Stressed Out By Stress

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Aug 27, 2020

One of the greatest truths of Christianity is God's promise to always be with the Born-Again Christian in every situation and circumstance of life. This is one truth that is known, yet somehow is hard to truly believe!

"Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The LORD, the LORD, is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation." (Isaiah 12:2 NIV) A Harris Poll taken for the American Psychiatric Association (Stress in America Survey 1/2012) discovered that 81% of women say ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 12:2, James 1:19-20, Ephesians 4:26, Matthew 5:43-45, Lamentations 3:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Defeating Doubt

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Apr 23, 2017

Everyone has faith doubts from time to time. "Doubting Thomas" teaches us to guard ourselves in our low times, draw strength from others, and take our doubts to the risen Lord.

John 20:19-20, 24-29 Defeating Doubt Everyone goes through doubts in their faith from time to time. Even Mother Teresa had doubts. She once wrote her spiritual director, “Where I try to raise my thoughts to heaven, there is such convicting emptiness that those very thoughts return like sharp ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-20, John 20:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

Suiting Up

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Feb 1, 2025

How can a sinful people live in intimate daily communion with a Holy God?

Leviticus is probably one of the most difficult books in the Bible. The material in it ranges from unpleasant to incomprehensible and back again, with one or two flashes of clarity and simplicity almost as if to catch us off our guard. If it hadn’t been for the fact that I promised to preach on one ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Pouring Out Where I’m Not Being Filled

Contributed by Charles Jones on May 17, 2025

There’s a difference between serving and being used up.

Pouring Out Where I’m Not Being Filled Sub-Title: Protect Your Peace, Guard Your Gifts, and Watch Your Heart Scripture Foundation: Proverbs 4:23 – “Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.” Matthew 7:6 – “Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, neither cast ye ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Scope Of Grace Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 29, 2003

Many people consider it the greatest short story ever written because it speaks so truthfully to the human condition. It’s really the story of a father with two sons. One sinned when he left ­ the other sinned while staying home. We’re going to look at

The Scope of Grace Since most of you are familiar with the story of the Prodigal Son, I thought I would read a different version of it ­ it’s called the “Prodigal Son in the Key of F.” Feeling footloose and frisky, a feather-brained fellow forced his father to fork over his farthings. Fast he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

Great Deeds, Strong Faith…big God Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 22, 2018

Great Deeds, Strong Faith…Big God – Luke chapter 5 verses 12-26 – Sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: Story #1: From Sickness to Health (vs 12-16). (1). The Man Needed to be Changed (vs 12a). (2). The Man Wanted to be Changed (vs 12b). (3). The Man Was Changed (vs 13-14). Story #2: From Guilt to Forgiveness (vs 12-16). (1). The Man’s Problems: #1 The house was full (vs ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:12-26

Denomination: Brethren