Sermons on Gods Desire For His People:

Sin, Sufering, And Sleep

Contributed by Robert Tallent on Feb 12, 2014

Adrian Rogers once said that every problem that mankind has ever faced could be traced back to one of three things. Sin, Suffering, and death, or eternal sleep

Sin, Suffering, and Sleep. Job 14:1 Man that is born of a woman is of few days, and full of trouble. I. Sin thoughts or behavior which are contrary to the glory or character of God, to commit an offence against God's laws Ps 51:5 ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:1

Denomination: Baptist

Four Characteristics Of A Godly Mother

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 5, 2013

Four Characteristics of a Godly Mother

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Most women have 2 or 3 outstanding traits. 2. A godly woman should have both heavenly and earthly traits. 3. The aim is well-roundedness. “That you may be well-rounded and complete, lacking nothing” (James 1:4, ELT). 4. What does a well-rounded mother ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Your Occupation?

Contributed by Darrell Jones on Jul 11, 2005

Among the sins of Sodom, we find the sin of doing nothing. The question Pharoah asked in our text is a good question for us today? We answer the question is it a sin to do nothing.

I once heard Granny Clampett say this about a man named Leif Crick, "he’s the only one I know who can get up in the morning with nothing to do, and at the end of the day he is only half done." In (Matthew 29:3, we find the word idle used, in the Greek it is rendered as a man without work. Friends, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 47:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Faith Results In Good Works

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 15, 2022

True Christian faith is seen in its works.

Paul expresses that salvation is God’s free demonstration of grace, which we receive by faith, and not by acts of merit (Romans 3:28). James states by works a man is justified, and not by faith only (James 2:24). Indeed, even the demons possess a faith in God, yet have no genuine trust in Christ ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Four Reasons For Thanksgiving

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Nov 26, 2004

This message points out four things you should always be thankful for as a believer.

Four Reasons for Thanksgiving Acts 4:7-12 I. I Am Thankful for the God-Man Jesus “…by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth…” A. I am Thankful for the Virgin Birth B. I am Thankful God Put on Flesh and Blood C. I am Thankful Jesus Walked Where I Walked II. I am Thankful for the Work of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

How Loving Your Mother Prepares You To Be A Good Husband Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 21, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical connection between honoring your mother and being a loving and faithful husband.

As Christians, we are called to honor and respect our parents, as commanded in the Fifth Commandment (Exodus 20:12, Ephesians 6:2-3). But did you know that loving and honoring your mother can also prepare you to be a good husband? In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical connection between ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11, Ruth 2:11

Trusting The Lord In Times Of Stress And Great Upheval

Contributed by Dr. John Reid on Aug 22, 2005

What prevents us from trusting fully in the Lord? This 3 point outline helps direct us towards a fuller understanding.

Trusting in the Lord in times of Stress and Great Upheaval I have several questions to pose to you this morning 1. When was the last time that you called upon the Lord and prayed earnestly asking and trusting in him? 2. Why is it that we continually want to handle our own affairs, trusting in our ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Are You Ready?

Contributed by Carl Willis on Nov 8, 2005

Are you ready for the Master’s return? This message looks at the parable of the two servants from Matthew chapter 24.

Matthew 24:45 (NLT) "Who is a faithful, sensible servant, to whom the master can give the responsibility of managing his household and feeding his family? A Question of Trust  Two character qualities  Faithful  Defined as one who adheres firmly and devotedly to a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:45-51

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What He Did He Wants To Do

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 27, 2009

Jesus came to do great things and that hasn’t changed. He is still the same.

 Talk about respecting these men and women.  Talk about others that you respect. o I respect my parents for raising 8 kids and instilling values in our lives. o I respect the men and women of the military who fight to keep us free. o I respect the national and local elected ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Good Part Of Christmas

Contributed by Don Schultz on Dec 11, 2007

How to deal with the stress of the holidays.

Luke 10: 38-41 “The Good Part of Christmas” Are the Christmas holidays the most peaceful time of the year, a time when you finally get to experience some peace in your life – is that Christmas? “Sleep in heavenly peace,” goes the hymn. “Peace on earth,” the angels sang. “Christmas is my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Lutheran

Receive The Holy Spirit

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Apr 13, 2020

each of us has been given our own Holy Spirit

Easter is over, but Jesus has not yet ascended to be with God. But the disciples know that He will be leaving them soon; He had told them that and they were afraid. He had been their teacher and guide; now he would not be there to tell them what to do. And just as happened after the crucifixion, ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-22, Ephesians 4:30, John 14:2-3, John 14:18, John 14:27, Matthew 17:16-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Episcopal

Blessed Art Thou

Contributed by David Roth on Nov 5, 2022

As we count our blessings, while we are thankful for the provisions of this life, the place of our blessedness is in our redemption by the blood of Jesus.

J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. (Ps. 19:14) “Blessed Art Thou” “Have a blessed day.” Perhaps you have heard that phrase from time to time. Too often it’s not a parting wish from a close ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, Revelation 7:9-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Leaves With No Fruit

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 7, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have fruit and leaves? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that fruit and leaves go together. Without fruit, all are show off. IV. TEXT: Mark 11:14 (Amplified Bible) And He said to it, No on

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have fruit and leaves? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that fruit and leaves go together. Without fruit, all are show off. IV. TEXT: Mark 11:14 (Amplified Bible) And He said to it, No one ever again shall eat fruit from you. And His disciples ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Advent Week 1: Hope - "hope In The Coming Light" Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 28, 2023

In this season of Advent, our hearts resonate with the theme of hope. As we commence this journey, and delve into the profound hope found in the coming light of Christ.

Advent Week 1: Hope - "Hope in the Coming Light" Dear friends, in this season of Advent, our hearts resonate with the theme of hope. As we commence this journey, and delve into the profound hope found in the coming light of Christ. We begin by: Acknowledging the Darkness: There is a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:5, Psalm 27:1, Malachi 4:2, Romans 15:13, Matthew 5:14-16, Psalm 23:4, Hebrews 6:19, 1 Peter 3:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Light Of Christmas

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

Jesus said, "I am the Light of the World." This is your Savior who died for you. He transforms us; he leads us. He is Light for everyone. Do you have him in your life?

Opening illustration: Thomas Edison invented the electric light bulb in 1879. Twenty-two years later, in 1901, one of the newfangled gadgets was hung and turned on in the Livermore, Calif., Fire Department. It’s still there, and still on. The old bulb has almost never been turned off in 117 ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational