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Sermon On A Wolf In Sheep's Clothing

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 31, 2020

The prospect of affluence

Abraham Lincoln once stated: “The shepherd drives the wolf from the sheep’s throat, for which the sheep thanks the shepherd as his liberator, while the wolf denounces him for the same act as the destroyer of liberty. Plainly the sheep and the wolf are not agreed upon a definition of liberty.” ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:13-15, Matthew 10:16

Sermon On The Power Of God's Love

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 8, 2020

God's love is given freely and in abundance

Dieter. F. Uchtdorf the German aviator, airline executive and religious leader once stated: “Though we are incomplete, God loves us completely. Though we are imperfect, He loves us perfectly. Though we may feel lost and without compass, God's love encompasses us completely. ... He loves every ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Romans 5:8

Sermon On A Mother's Special Day

Contributed by William Meakin on Feb 24, 2023

Mothering Sunday, more commonly known as Mother’s Day is a day when most offspring will give thanks and show appreciation for all the efforts and love given over many years from a very special person.

William Makepeace Thackeray, a British journalist and novelist once remarked: “Mother is the name for God in the lips and hearts of little children.” Proverbs 31:25-29 confirms: Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at the time to come. She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12, Isaiah 66:13, Psalm 127:3, Isaiah 49:15

An Outline For A Believer's Funeral Sermon

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Oct 22, 2023

This is a sample outline for a believer's funeral. Based on 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, the outline should provide a guide for those who are hurting to have hope and future happiness when we see Jesus!

Introduction: This is an outline for a message I’ve used a few times whenever I was asked to preach a funeral message. The text is often used and known as “the Rapture passage” and has words of comfort and encouragement for those still living after their believing loved one has gone to be with the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On A Raison D'être

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 12, 2024

A niche is determined as a comfortable or suitable position in life or employment.

Karol G, a female Colombian singer once remarked: “There's no path to success. Everyone constructs their own path. The important thing is to follow your heart. Find your niche, is my best advice.” Acts 1:7 reminds us: “He said to them, “It is not for you to know times or seasons that the Father ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12, John 1:1, Romans 11:29, 2 Timothy 1:9

A Sermon Lived

Contributed by Carol Moore on Aug 21, 2018

Funeral Sermon for 58 year old husband and father of 4 who died suddenly

This afternoon we have come together in this to celebrate, honor, and give thanks to God Almighty for the life of John David “Big Dog” Hall. David grew up learning the values of family and hard work, and he brought those values to his marriage with Kay. During their 29 years of marriage, the seeds ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10, Genesis 2:18

Sold Into Slavery (Genesis 37)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 18, 2024

What must it have been like for Joseph, sold into slavery by his own brothers? Do we trust God that He has a plan for those who love Him? Let's look at Genesis 37.

What was it like for Joseph being sold by his brothers into Egyptian slavery? How do we handle terrible loss? Do we have the faith to wait on God, who has wonderful plans, for those who love Him? Let’s look at Genesis 37. Does Joseph get along with his older brothers? Have we ever experienced ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sermon On Providence

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 23, 2022

Providence is defined as the protective care of God or of nature as a spiritual power.

Benjamin Breckinridge Warfield, an American professor of theology once remarked: "A firm faith in the universal providence of God is the solution of all earthly problems. It is almost equally true that a clear and full apprehension of the universal providence of God is the solution of most ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Romans 8:28, Isaiah 14:24, Genesis 45:7-8

God And Creation

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 7, 2021

Someone has said that Genesis 1:1 is read more than any verse in the Bible. This is especially true in January, since many begin the year with the determination to read the Bible through that year, but often that is as far as they get.

However, if they only read this one verse, it will tell them a great deal about the God of the Bible. This one scripture is considered to be the FOUNDATION which the Word of God is built upon. Since this is the case, is it any wonder that Genesis 1:1 is specifically targeted by those who try to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 10 - Riches Of God's Glory Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 25, 2024

As we study the life of Joseph and compare it with the life of the church we will learn many important lessons. The Lord expects us as His children to grow in our knowledge of Him and to experience the riches of His glory through

Let us look into 2 Corinthians 9:8, “Besides, God is able to make every blessing of yours overflow for you, so that in every situation you will always have all you need for any good work.” (ISV) As we continue our series of meditations based on the above mentioned verse, we realize that God alone ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:8, Philippians 4:19, Ephesians 3:14-21, Hosea 4:6, Genesis 42:3, Genesis 42:5, Genesis 42:8, Genesis 42:16, 1 Peter 1:6-7, Acts 17:30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

The Lord's Prayer Part 4 Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 30, 2024

This sermon continues The Lord's Prayer subset of the Sermon on the Mount series and deals with the phrase -- "Thy Kingdom Come"

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT THE LORD’S PRAYER PART 3 MATTHEW 6:10 YOUR KINGDOM COME, INTRODUCTION: AS WE CONTINUE OUR STUDY ON THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT AND SPECIFICALLY THE LORD’S PRAYER, WE COME TO OUR PASSAGE TODAY WHERE JESUS INSTRUCTS HIS DISCIPLES THAT A TIME OF PRAYER SHOULD INCLUDE THE KINGDOM ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10

Denomination: Baptist

Lord's Prayer Part 4 Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 30, 2024

This sermon continues the Lord's Prayer subset of the series on the Sermon on the Mount, dealing with the phrase, "thy kingdom come."

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT THE LORD’S PRAYER PART 4 MATTHEW 6:10 YOUR KINGDOM COME, INTRODUCTION: AS WE CONTINUE OUR STUDY ON THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT AND SPECIFICALLY THE LORD’S PRAYER, WE COME TO OUR PASSAGE TODAY WHERE JESUS INSTRUCTS HIS DISCIPLES THAT A TIME OF PRAYER SHOULD INCLUDE THE KINGDOM ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord's Prayer Part 6 Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 30, 2024

This sermon looks at the concept of forgiveness in the Lord's Prayer

THE LORD’S PRAYER PART 6 SERMON ON THE MOUNT MATTHEW 6:12 FORGIVE US OUR DEBTS, AS WE ALSO HAVE FORGIVEN OUR DEBTORS. MATTHEW 6:14–15 FOR IF YOU FORGIVE MEN WHEN THEY SIN AGAINST YOU, YOUR HEAVENLY FATHER WILL ALSO FORGIVE YOU. 15BUT IF YOU DO NOT FORGIVE MEN THEIR SINS, YOUR FATHER WILL NOT ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12, Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord's Prayer Part 7 Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 30, 2024

This sermon looks at the concept of temptation in the Lord's Prayer

THE LORD’S PRAYER 07 MATTHEW 6:13 (NIV84) 13AND LEAD US NOT INTO TEMPTATION, BUT DELIVER US FROM THE EVIL ONE.’ INTRODUCTION: WELL, HERE WE ARE IN THE FIRST SUNDAY OF 2024. WE HAVE SURVIVED THE CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEARS HOLIDAYS. YOU WILL REMEMBER THAT LAST WEEK, I SHARED A MESSAGE ENTITLED, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord's Prayer Part 8 Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 30, 2024

As we complete this series on the Lord's Prayer, and move on to the rest of the Sermon on the Mount, we come back to the issue of forgiveness as Jesus provides His commentary on the issue

THE LORD’S PRAYER PART 8 MATTHEW 6:14–15 FOR IF YOU FORGIVE MEN WHEN THEY SIN AGAINST YOU, YOUR HEAVENLY FATHER WILL ALSO FORGIVE YOU. 15BUT IF YOU DO NOT FORGIVE MEN THEIR SINS, YOUR FATHER WILL NOT FORGIVE YOUR SINS. OPENING ILLUSTRATIONS: DR. JANES BOICE WRITES IN HIS COMMENTARY OF THE SERMON ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Baptist