Sermons on God Loves A Cheerful Giver:

Lesson 51: Preach Impromptu Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 13, 2018

Occasionally a preacher is required to give a sermon with only a few minutes notice and completely without preparation. Here's how to do it.

Lesson Goal Learn how to preach without notice. Lesson Intro 2 Timothy 4:2 tells preachers to always be ready to give a sermon. There comes a time when you will show up at a church service only to be asked to pinch hit for someone else who had been scheduled to speak. Perhaps you are on vacation ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Why Does The Resurrection Matter? Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Apr 28, 2014

What is the difference in Buddhism, Islam, Judaism and Christianity? Simple. Of the four major religions today only one claims an empty tomb. The resurrection is the miracle that makes a difference between a religion that is dead and one that is alive.

Why does the Resurrection matter? John 20:1-20 History records that Abraham who is known as the founder of the Jewish faith. 2000 years before the birth of Christ. His body remains in that tomb. History also records that in the year 483 BC that Buddha who about 80 at the time died from eating ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Climate Change - Pt. 2 - Forecasts Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 20, 2014

Climate can be a great destabilizing force. It can undermine our finances, our health, and our faith. We need a Climate Change!

Forecasts I. Introduction We confuse climate with weather. They are not the same thing. Climate is in fact defined as "a significant and lasting change in the statistical distribution of weather patterns over periods ranging from decades to millions of years." So this is more than weather! Climate ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

It's Not What You Know It's How You See It

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Jul 18, 2013

Jesus exemplifies leadership for us. He is a perfect example for us to follow and pattern after. He came to seek and save the lost and so should we. But this begs the question? How effective are we at winning the lost? The answer may be in the title.

Quotes: “Where there is no vision, the people perish.” —Proverbs 29:18 “Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality.” —Warren Bennis “A leader is a dealer in hope.” —Napoleon Bonaparte “A leader is one who knows the way, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Race Of Life: Starting Well Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jun 14, 2012

A well-lived life requires teamwork, preparation, endurance and focus.

Starting Well—The Race of Life: Introduction Racing, Dale Earnhardt once said, is life. Well, Earnhardt actually had it backward. Life is a race. Racing to work, racing home, racing to some type of sports practice, racing to recreational activities, racing to church. Racing here ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

It Just Isn't Fair

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Mar 24, 2019

We struggle to try and understand that good and bad things occur without regard to persons, be they good and devout or be they back-sliders or heathen.

Weekend Message/Devotion March 24, 2019 Luke 3:1-9 There are many parallels in today’s reading with the message that I shared November 17, 2017, entitled Judgment Day is Coming. If you are inclined, you can research that message at: Sermon Central.com by clicking on the button for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-9, Matthew 25:31-46, Ecclesiastes 9:11, Mark 1:4, Mark 1:9-11, Luke 3:21-22, Matthew 3:11-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Parable Of The Sower Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 11, 2008

Not everyone you share the gospel with will have hardened hearts. You should have hope. There are those who will receive the gospel for what it is, the words of eternal life.

Why is it that one person responds to the gospel and is deeply moved and all they can think and talk about is sharing Christ with others while at the same time another person seems unmoved that Jesus died for them? You find one person moved to tears by the gospel and another cold and distant. Not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

"why Does The Resurrection Matter"

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 4, 2020

History records that Abraham who is known as the founder of the Jewish faith. 2000 years before the birth of Christ. His body remains in that tomb.

Why does the Resurrection matter? John 20:1-20 History records that Abraham who is known as the founder of the Jewish faith. 2000 years before the birth of Christ. His body remains in that tomb. History also records that in the year 483 BC that Buddha who about 80 at the time died from eating ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

We Have To Pea! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Nov 10, 2020

We are born with them. We are often driven by them. Our emotions can help us and hurt us. The real challenge? Can our emotions help us Make a Difference?

I'm Mad Pt. 2 - We Have to Pea! I. Introduction We started last week by talking about how we communicate anger. We could say, "I'm chapped. I'm hacked off. I'm ticked. I'm flashin'. I'm spittin' chips!" However, we discussed that how we say it isn't ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-2, 2 Samuel 23:13-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Inn Ni Hesus Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 18, 2023

Huwebes Santo

Inn ni Hesus Banal na Kasulatan Exodo 12:1-8, Exodo 12:11-14, 1 Corinto 11:23-26, Juan 13:1-15. Pagninilay Mahal na mga kapatid, Mahirap ang buhay para sa lahat kabilang si Hesus na nanirahan sa Palestine. Hinahangad namin na may magmamasahe sa aming mga paa at makapagpahinga sa amin na ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-8, Exodus 12:11-14, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26, John 13:1-15

Denomination: Other

The Rejection Tour

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jun 30, 2022

The Christian has to face rejection if he is serious about following Jesus. Oftentime, this rejection comes from family and friends.

The Rejection Tour Luke 9:51-62 No one likes rejection. This is especially true when your purpose is to be helpful. Rejection from your enemies is bad enough. at least you can rationalize that this is your enemy; therefore, it is a badge of honor rather than shame. Rejection can come in many ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-62

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Herod Missed The First Christmas Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Nov 24, 2021

Don't let Christmas come and go and you do nothing about Christ.

INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION TO MISSING CHRISTMAS James Montgomery Boice was the pastor of the Tenth Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia from 1968 until his death in 2000. He also was on the Bible Study Hour on radio for about 30 years. And in his spare time, he wrote a considerable number of books. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Honored Except At Home (Mark 6)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 30, 2024

Was even Jesus honored except at home? Let's look at Mark 6.

Did Jesus do many miracles in places where He was dishonored? What was the purpose of the first short-term mission trip? Why was John the baptist killed? How did Jesus provide for the 5000? Did Jesus take time alone to pray? Were the disciples' hearts still hardened? Let’s look at Mark 6. Why ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Buhat Ngayon At Natataan Sa Akin Ang Putong Ng Katuwiran

Contributed by Marvin Salazar on Aug 20, 2014

Buhat ngayon at natataan sa akin ang putong ng katuwiran (2 Timothy 4:7-8)

Panimula: Kaawaan at kapayapaan at pagibig ang sa inyo nawa'y paramihin mga minamahal kong mga kapatid sa Panginoon! Si President Marcos nuong una ay magaling na presidente, naging magaling in the sense na naging maayos ang buhay nuong panahon niya, maraming naipatayong mga infrastructure, mga ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Church Of God

Nakuha Ito Ng Diyos—kapag Aalis Ang Isang Pastor

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 23, 2023

Ipinagdiriwang ng sermon na ito ang isang paglipat kapag ang isang pastor ay umalis sa isang kongregasyon at parehong may pananampalataya para sa kanilang kinabukasan bilang isang pinuno at bilang isang kongregasyon.

Nakuha Ito ng Diyos—Kapag Aalis ang Isang Pastor Rev. Toby Gillespie-Mobley Joshua 1:1-9 1 1 Corinthians 3:1-9 Sabi nga, ang tanging may gusto ng pagbabago ay isang sanggol na may maduming lampin. Ang pagbabago ay nangangahulugan na ang isang paglipat ay ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9, 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed