Sermons on Gain The World And Lose Your Soul:

To Follow Or Not To Follow

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 1, 2021

Who do you follower? Two followers of Jesus could be discussing an issue that appears to be allowed in the Bible? An even larger question is what do you do when two pathways are before you??

The LORD gave us His Word as a guide for us to have a spotless life. There are so many rules and regulations that it is virtually impossible to live on Earth and not break a code here and there. The LORD established forgiveness into His system because He was aware that this would indeed happen. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:14-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Need Grace? Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 26, 2021

This is the 5th sermon in the Advent Series "A COVID Christmas 2.0".

Series: A COVID Christmas 2.0 [#5] NEED GRACE? John 1:14 Introduction: Now that Christmas is over, we can move on to something else, right? That’s often how we handle things and maybe that’s the problem- We do the Christmas stuff and then get back to normal. What are we without Christmas? As ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

Woman, Behold Thy Son

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Apr 3, 2022

“Woman, behold thy son.” Expression of affection by the perfect man

Woman, Behold Thy Son John 19:25 I. Introduction A. The First Three Words from the Cross 1. “Father, forgive them.” Expression of forgiveness by the perfect Son 2. “Today thou shalt be with me in paradise.” Expression of assurance ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25

Denomination: Baptist

Textures Of The Church Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jul 31, 2018

Texture means the surface or the exterior of the building. We can also say the outdoor walls, outside of the building look. Church is a building as well as people. Building is the place where people gathered for church.

Topic: Textures of the Church Text: Ephesians 4:1-16 Introduction: When we develop a garden, we buy varieties of flora plants. We expect different colour flowers. In your fish tank you would like to see different colourful fish. Likewise, God placed us in the Church with varieties of textures. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

A Call To Christ-Like Controversy: Do You Have The Guts To Be Unpopular?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 5, 2022

There are many challenges in serving Christ, but dare you be unpopular for Christ? This is the challenge we face from time to time.

There are many challenges in serving Christ, but dare you be unpopular for Christ? This is the challenge we face from time to time. But, many a time, we come across a moment, when we are called to be unpopular for Christ, and we sidestep it. But there is no honor in such a thing, to sidestep ...read more

Scripture: John 7:43

Denomination: Salvation Army

Faithful Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 7, 2023

This is the 148th sermon in the series "Action".

Series: Action [#148] FAITHFUL Acts 21:27-40 Introduction: We live in a time that the concept of faithfulness is gone. Whether it is faithfulness in a relationship, faithfulness at a job, faithfulness to a Church, or your faithfulness to God; most people are not too concerned. How do you stay ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:27-40

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Innkeeper

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 3, 2023

The Good Samaritan gave two denarii and promised to give even more to the innkeeper to care for the wounded man.

The Good Samaritan gave two denarii and promised to give even more to the innkeeper to care for the wounded man. There are so many wounded people in this land right now. Physically, they look to be in good health, but spiritually, they are half dead. They have been robbed of their blessings, their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:37, Luke 10:25-34

Powerful Pathways Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 21, 2022

Sometimes we forget God has a plan and purpose for our lives. Often we move through life without giving God’s plan a second thought and we seem to forget He has designed a specific pathway for each of us.

Powerful Pathways Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek His will in all you do, and He will show you which path to take. (Proverbs 3:5-6) Sometimes we forget God has a plan and purpose for our lives. Often we move through life without giving God’s ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prayerful Response To The Senseless Shootings In Parkland, Florida

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Feb 16, 2018

Obviously, this is more a prayer than a sermon. It is inspired during a time of prayer and meditation and worthy of sharing.

" But, O Lord of hosts, You who judge righteously, Testing the mind and the heart, Let me see Your vengeance on them, For to You I have revealed my cause." Jeremiah 11:20 "Beloved, do not avenge yourselves, but rather give place to wrath; for it is written, 'Vengeance is Mine, I will repay.' says ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Fire Of Anger Series

Contributed by Diana Tyler on Aug 7, 2023

Nebuchadnezzar allows his anger to take over.

At that time, certain Chaldeans came forward and accused the Jews. They first reminded King Nebuchadnezzar of his decree and the punishment that would come upon anyone who didn't worship the image. They claimed that certain Jews who were set over the affairs of the province of Babylon; ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:8-12

#2 Handout: Lord, Teach Us To Pray.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 29, 2023

This is a handout to give as you teach the lesson: Lord teach us to pray.

#2 Handout: LORD TEACH US TO PRAY! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) WHAT IS REAL PRAYER? Good prayer is conversation and communicating with God. 1. NOTE SOMETHING ABOUT PRAYER. THE DISCIPLES NEVER SAID TEACH US HOW TO PRAY. THEY SAID LORD TEACH US TO PRAY. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1, Matthew 18:20, James 1:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Heart Overflowing With Gratitude Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2023

We love the Lord because He first loved us, and He is always ready to bend down and listen to our hearts.

A Heart Overflowing with Gratitude Introduction: Begin with a warm greeting to the congregation and introduce the key verses: Psalm 116:1-2 (NLT) - "I love the Lord because he hears my voice and my prayer for mercy. Because he bends down to listen, I will pray as long as I have ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1-2, 1 John 4:19, Psalm 34:17, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Gathering In Faith: The Power Of Christian Community Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 7, 2023

Hebrews 10:24-25 emphasizes the power of Christian community. We are called to encourage, support, and inspire one another in our walk of faith.

"Gathering in Faith: The Power of Christian Community" Introduction: Today, we delve into the profound message found in Hebrews 10:24-25 from the New Living Translation. Point 1: The Call to Encourage One Another Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25 (NLT) - "Let us think of ways to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25, Acts 2:42, Hebrews 10:25, Matthew 24:42

Denomination: Pentecostal

Get Connected Bear Fruits Series

Contributed by Gabriel Adeyemo on Oct 5, 2019

We are created to be connected to our God. He demands a permanent relationship from us. It is only in Him we can flourish, be stable and fruitful

One major truth about this age is that if you are not connected you will be isolated. William James says, “We are like islands in the sea, separate on the surface but connected in the deep.” The topic for today’s sermon is derived from a command given to us by Jesus Christ in the Gospel ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Heman

Contributed by Samuel M on Feb 15, 2024

Heman, in spite of living a holy life, wept for the sins that came along with His birth, i.e. the sins that came as part of the fall of mankind.

Psalm 51 and Psalm 88 were written by two saints of God when they were going through extreme agony. David wrote Psalm 51 after he sinned against Bathsheba. Psalm 88 was written by Heman, one of the sons of Asaph. Heman was a wise man and seer in David's kingdom. Heman had a very good ...read more