Sermons on God Name In Vain:

Is It Naïve To Be Hopeful Amid All The Despair? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 7, 2020

The book of Amos contains some challenging and painful truths. Now, as the book ends, there is a word of hope. It speaks to us in our worry: is it naive for us to be hopeful amid all this world's despair?

- Set up a collapsed tent on state where the pulpit normally is. This is the image for the sermon. LIVING IN FRAUGHT TIME: Right now there is much to worry over. - Amos 9:11 – “David’s fallen tent.” - Think of all the references in the Old Testament to the “house of David.” With that in ...read more

Scripture: Amos 9:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

Gideon Kept The Country Quiet For Forty Years Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 24, 2019

Thus was Midian subdued before the children of Israel. The Midianites were humbled and brought under the authority of Israel by the hand of Gideon; their power over Israel was broken, and the Israelites were liberated out of their hands.

Chapter 34 Gideon Kept the Country Quiet for Forty Years [Judges 8.28] Scripture 28 Thus was Midian subdued before the children of Israel, so that they lifted up their heads no more. And the country was in quietness forty years in the days of Gideon. Commentary 28 Thus was Midian ...read more

Scripture: Judges 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

Lazarus And The Rich Man: Very Succinct

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Sep 9, 2019

Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time; 26th Sunday, Cycle C

A spiritual master said, “I used to be deaf. I would see people stand up and go through strange movements in a whirling motion. They called it dancing. To me it looked absurd—until one day I heard the music! The moral of the story: I fail to understand why saints behave the way they do. So ...read more

Scripture: Amos 6:1-7, Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Catholic

But Christ!

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 6, 2019

The way into the Holiest.

BUT CHRIST! Hebrews 9:1-14. We have been comparing and contrasting the new covenant with the old, the heavenly tabernacle with the earthly; the substance with its shadow (cf. Hebrews 8:1-13). Also the ministry of Jesus with that of Aaron (cf. Hebrews 5:1-10). In this passage we see ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

To A Bunch Of Grungy Shepherds??????

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Dec 18, 2019

the lowliest were the first to get the good news of Jesus' birth

Luke 2:8-20 We have been a little out of sequence telling the Nativity story, but this week we finish the story with the first people who were told about and saw the Christ Child. And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of heavenly host praising God and saying: "Glory to God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20, John 10:11

Denomination: Episcopal

Seeing Through Tears

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 9, 2020

We want to see Jesus with our head and not our hearts.

Seeing Through Tears John 20: 1 - 18 Intro: At the close of a college science class right before Easter, a young student asked her professor what he was going to do over the Easter break. He responded saying that Easter was a myth, there is no God, and there’s no way a person rises from the ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Virtuous Mother Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 10, 2025

Mothers model values, morals, and behavior, shaping their children's character and worldview.

A mother's love is essential for her children's emotional, psychological, and spiritual development. A mother's love provides unconditional acceptance, making her children feel valued, cherished, and secure. This acceptance helps build their self-esteem and confidence. Mothers play a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:29-31

Leaven, For Good Or Ill

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 14, 2022

The yeast is there working, but it is not visible. It works in the whole loaf, and best in darkness.

Friday of 28th Week in Course 2022 It’s important when we hear this Gospel from St. Luke that we position the event in the journey of Jesus to Jerusalem. Remember, Our Lord knows that He is going to Jerusalem for what on Mt. Tabor was called His Passover by Moses and Elijah. He is going up to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-7, Ephesians 1:11-14

Denomination: Catholic

You Must Choose Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 5, 2021

This is the 48th Sermon in the Series Action. This series began during the COVID 19 pandemic and is a call for the Church to be the Church.

Series: Action [#48] YOU MUST CHOOSE Acts 17:1-9 Introduction: I went to my Acupuncturist this week, like I do every other week. She was busier than usual and so she put my ears seeds in before the acupuncture. (The ear seeds help with different types of problems.) As I was sitting there, she ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

My Shepherd

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 22, 2021

My Shepherd according to the writer provides, protects, Heals, and leads us home.

My Shepherd Psalm 23 1. Our Shepherd is a Provider • The psalmist describes his situation as being without “want” or as lacking nothing • David insists that he is lacking nothing when the Lord is his shepherd. • Deuteron mist says, “Surely the Lord your God has blessed you in all your ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

The Burial Of Jesus.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 23, 2023

Two hitherto hidden disciples step boldly forth.

THE BURIAL OF JESUS. John 19:38-42. JOHN 19:38. After the flow of blood and water, a hitherto “secret” (literally, ‘concealed’) disciple stepped forward: Joseph of Arimathea. The “fear of the Jews” (the Jewish leadership, of which he was a part) had prevented Joseph from admitting his ...read more

Scripture: John 19:38-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Marvellous Wonders Of The Lord.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 29, 2023

Walls of water in the sea, and streams and rivers of water in the wilderness. A cloud by day, and a light of fire by night.

THE MARVELLOUS WONDERS OF THE LORD. Psalm 78:1-4, Psalm 78:12-16. Psalm 78 is entitled a “Maschil” of Asaph, thereby signifying an INSTRUCTION. It is one of the longest Psalms in the Book, not only outlining a history of Israel, but encouraging us to LEARN from this history (cf. Psalm 78:8). ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:1-4, Psalm 78:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Genesis Chapter Twenty-Seven Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Oct 3, 2023

These are thoughts on Genesis Chapter Twenty-Seven. In his work, "What does every Bible chapter say..." John Hunt gives an overview of each chapter of the Bible. It is my intention to do the same thing here.

GENESIS CHAPTER TWENTY-SEVEN OVERVIEW Overall what is happening in this chapter is that Jacob receives the blessing of Isaac with the help of Rebekah and trickery. Thomas Coke (1801) – Genesis 27 Jacob, clothed in the garments of Esau, is blessed by Isaac. Esau, hearing of Jacob's action, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:1-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Transformed By Truth: The Power Of Humility In Christian Unity Ephesians 4:2-3 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 30, 2024

Today, we explore Ephesians 4:2, delving into the transformative power of truth, specifically focusing on the virtue of humility and its role in fostering Christian unity. In a world often marked by division, let us uncover the profound truth that can bring about transformation in our lives.

Transformed by Truth: The Power of Humility in Christian Unity Introduction: Today, we explore Ephesians 4:2, delving into the transformative power of truth, specifically focusing on the virtue of humility and its role in fostering Christian unity. In a world often marked by division, let us ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:2, Philippians 2:3, Philippians 2:5-8, Matthew 20:28, Ephesians 4:3, Colossians 3:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Presentation Of The Lord And The Consecrated Day: Timeless Insights Into The Universal Human Quest For Meaning And Significance

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 1, 2024

The Presentation of the Lord and the Consecrated Day: Timeless insights into the universal human quest for meaning and significance

The Presentation of the Lord and the Consecrated Day: Timeless insights into the universal human quest for meaning and significance Scripture: Luke 2:22-40 Reflection In Christian tradition, Candlemas, also known as the Presentation of the Lord, is extremely important. This feast honors the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Other