Sermons on God Prepares:

Salty Or Bland

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 16, 2022

What is salt used for and what is it good for?

Salt Seasons: To treat or to prepare for use, to give more flavor. Spiritual saltiness - Do not blend in. You add salt to enhance the flavor of food. We are the salt that God uses to lead hungry people to food. But if we are not 'salty' enough we are of no-good use. We have become ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13, Mark 9:50, Luke 14:34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus Our Asset. Jesus Our Investment Series

Contributed by Ovidiu Radulescu on Oct 10, 2008

The collapse of major financial institutions, the intensification of natural disasters, the never-ending acts of terrorists, the attempt of Russia to control former Soviet territories, are causing many Bible students to look at these developments as signs

The recent collapse of major financial institutions, the intensification of natural disasters, the never-ending acts of terrorists, the attempt of Russia to control former Soviet territories, are causing many Bible students to look at these developments as signs of the fast approaching End. There ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 18:15-20

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Learn To Face Solemn Days

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 13, 2017

There are 3 solemn days we all face... Are we ready to face these difficult times?

LEARNING TO FACE SOLEMN DAYS... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com SOME THINGS IN LIFE COME BY INSTINCTS? BUT MOST OF LIFE IS LEARNED BEHAVIOR? Jeremiah 12:5 If thou hast run with the footmen, and they have wearied thee, then how canst thou contend with horses? and if in the land ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Here I Com Ready Or Not!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 6, 2017

Ready? Prepared? Plans? Proceed? Persist? Luck is where preparation and readiness meet opportunity. Renewal helps us stay ready? Wish we all been ready?

READY, HERE I COME, READY OR NOT… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com READY? ARE WE READY? Do we have time to write our will? Matthew 24:44 Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh. Linda and I had a friend? Doris was a wonderful lady? ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Ready Or Not

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 16, 2011

Following up on His teaching in Matthew 24, Jesus gives an illustration from normal life about being ready for His coming or not.

Passage: Matthew 25:1-13 Intro: The crisis in Japan has kind of faded into the background for us, though not for them. 1. fears of “the end of the world” have faded, as they invariably do. 2. other disasters, like tornados in SE. 3. but when we think about the end of the world, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Extravagant Love: The Alabaster Jar Of Devotion PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 20, 2024

Explores expressing daring devotion to Christ, defying societal norms for Him, and understanding the profound impact of our dedication to Him.

Welcome, beloved brothers and sisters, to this gathering of hearts and minds in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here today to reflect on a passage of Scripture that is as profound as it is poignant, a narrative that unveils a depth of devotion that is as daring as it is divine. Before we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:6-13

Topics: Lent, Preparing, Surrender

Ready - Or Not? #1 Series

Contributed by Michael B. Perrott on Nov 26, 2008

A SERMON FOR THE FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT Jesus says to keep watch, keep awake - to be ready and prepared. A call to put our spiritual ’house’ in order to welcome him.

Mark 13:24-37 A TIME OF CELEBRATION IS AT HAND! Yes, a time of celebration is at hand – a new year begins today! “But”, I hear you say, “hang on a sec! It isn’t January 1st, it’s November 30!” Ah, true it is, but just the same, a new year begins today! The Church’s new year, that is. Today ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Gift For The New Year

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 13, 2017

Use the principles of John the Baptist preparing the way for Jesus in Christmas to prepare the way for the new year.

1. I am not a big fan of Christmas – there are theological issues in which a pagan story of Mithras became the basis for the date of the celebration of the birth of Jesus. [Similar for Easter] a. Jesus’ birth is mentioned but not specifically when b. Jewish people tend not to celebrate ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:8-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Firm Foundation/ Quicksand

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 20, 2008

Advent message that allows us to apply the principal of building on a firm foundation

SC 6/20/08 FIRM FOUNDATION/ QUICK SAND MATTHEW 7:24-29 INTRO- THE CHRISTMAS SEASON IS A HECTIC TIME THERE ARE DEADLINES TO MEET. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29

Denomination: Nazarene

Don’t Be A Moron (Like Me) And Miss The Banquet!

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 14, 2011

A first-person narrative on the Parable of the Ten Virgins.

Your pastor thought of giving me a name like Marsha or Morgan but it’s better that you just remember me as “moron” for that is what Jesus called me and that is what I am. Because of my short-sightedness and sloppy preparation I wound up missing a scrumptious wedding banquet. You ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Heaven Is Better By Far!

Contributed by Mark N. Posey on May 4, 2015

Heaven is better than anything we have here on earth. What are those things that make us hungry for Heaven?

SERMON: Heaven is “BETTER” by far! TEXT: Philippians 1:23, “…having a desire to depart and be with Christ, which is far better.” 1. Better MULTITUDE – Hebrews 12:22-24. 2. Better MANSION – John 14:1-3. 3. Better MORTALITY – 1 Corinthians 15:53-58. 4. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ready Or Not !!

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Oct 18, 2016

This is a sermon to get people to think about the return of Jesus Christ. Hopefully it will help us realize that Jesus will return whether we are ready or not.

Tell a childhood Hide & Seek Story Read Scripture (Rev. 22:12-17, 20) There are more than 50 passages in the Bible that tell us that Jesus is going to return. In the short passage of text that was just read Jesus says twice that He is coming back and that He is coming quickly. Trust me when I ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:12-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

El Viaje Sagrado Del Adviento Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 28, 2025

El viaje se desarrolla como un tapiz cuidadosamente tejido, donde cada hilo es esencial para el conjunto.

Título: El viaje sagrado del Adviento Introducción: El viaje se desarrolla como un tapiz cuidadosamente tejido, donde cada hilo es esencial para el conjunto. Escritura: Mateo 24:37-44 Reflexión Queridos amigos, Con la llegada del invierno y la acortada llegada de los días, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-44

Denomination: Other

Sagradong Paglalakbay Ng Adbiyento Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 28, 2025

Ang paglalakbay ay nagbubukas tulad ng isang maingat na hinabi na tapiserya, ang bawat thread ay mahalaga sa kabuuan.

Pamagat: Sagradong Paglalakbay ng Adbiyento Intro: Ang paglalakbay ay nagbubukas tulad ng isang maingat na hinabi na tapiserya, ang bawat thread ay mahalaga sa kabuuan. Banal na Kasulatan: Mateo 24:37-44 Pagninilay Mahal na mga kaibigan, Habang lumulubog ang taglamig at lumiit ang mga araw, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-44

Denomination: Other

El Adviento Nos Invita A Caminar Juntos Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 29, 2025

La tradición del Año Jubilar añade otra capa de significado a esta temporada de Adviento.

Título: El Adviento nos invita a caminar juntos Introducción: La tradición del Año Jubilar añade otra capa de significado a esta temporada de Adviento. Escritura: Apocalipsis 22:1-5 Reflexión Queridos amigos, Hay algo silenciosamente revolucionario en esperar ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-5

Denomination: Other