Sermons on God Shaped Hole:

The  Danger  Of  An  Empty  House  (Christ The King Sunday 2022)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Nov 18, 2022

Consider what provoked Jesus to teach this parable.  Jesus had healed a man who was unable to speak. His opponents in the crowd accused Jesus of working for the devil (Luke 11:15) whose works Jesus came to destroy (I John 3:8).

Luke 11:21 "When a strong man, fully armed, guards his own house, his possessions are safe. 22 But when someone stronger attacks and overpowers him, he takes away the armor in which the man trusted and divides up his plunder. 23 "Whoever is not with me is against me, and whoever does ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:21-26

Denomination: United Methodist

Marks Of A Mighty Church (Part 5) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Nov 8, 2019

In the last chapter of 1 Thessalonians Paul gives us 12 marks of a mighty church.

Marks of a Mighty Church (Part 5) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 9/6/2015 For the past several weeks, we’ve explored the book of 1 Thessalonians together. As I said in the beginning of this series, every local church is made up of sinners saved by God’s grace, so there’s no ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28

Denomination: Christian Church

The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 31, 2006

We see in this passage that the kingdom of God is available to all, that it was achieved through the Cross and that it is costly.

02-04-06 NR/NC Story: 26 Christians were crucified at Nizhizaka Hill in Nagasaki, Japan on 15 February 1597. Amongst them was a young seventeen year old boy, Thomas Kosaki, who had been sentenced to die for his Christian witness - along with his father. He wrote a letter to his mother the ...read more

Scripture: John 12:22-32

Denomination: Anglican

God Calling

Contributed by Larry Finley on Jun 26, 2008

God’s call is always a call to change and commitment

1. PARTICULAR CALL A. God’s Call is Selective “and saw” 1. To Study and Comprehend 2. To Understand how a thing works 3. See beyond the surface B. God’s Call is Specific “named Levi” 1. “Whosoever will” may come – after they are called 2. It is God who desires to save you 3. It is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross: God’s Perfect Solution PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

To highlight God's unfailing love for us, demonstrated through Christ's sacrifice, and the hope of redemption we have received through Him.

Good morning, family! I hope y'all are doing wonderfully blessed today. We are diving into the Word of God today, focusing on Romans 5:6-11. This Scripture passage is about God's Unfailing Love, Christ's Perfect Sacrifice, and The Hope of Redemption - a beautiful and powerful message indeed. Before ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-11

Topics: Unworthy, Redeemed

Getting To Know God – Immanuel – God With Us Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 14, 2004

A Study of the Names of God – Immanuel – God With Us. Looking at the wonderful nature of his gift at Christmas.

Getting to Know God – Immanuel – God With Us I hope that you all had a wonderful Christmas. It is a great time of year isn’t it. Time that we can spend with family and friends. Deanna and I had a great time in Brisbane, catching up with old friends and with our families. We enjoyed some ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Message To God’s People - Isaiah 6 Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Nov 8, 2012

When I look at the Biblical prophets, I think “Here I am, send somebody else,” because this is not a very pleasant job. Prophets are rejected throughout the Bible. Jesus also was rejected.

Isaiah 6 Vs. 1 & 2 - In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord sitting on a throne, high and lifted up, and the train of His robe filled the temple. Above it stood seraphim; each one had six wings: with two he covered his face, with two he covered his feet, and with two he flew. Uzziah ...read more

Denomination: *other

The Armor Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2025

God equips us with strength, armor, and prayer so we can stand firm, persevere, and find hope amid life’s battles and anxieties.

Good morning, friends. If you carried worry into this room, welcome. If your week felt like an uphill climb through fog and thorns, you’re in the right place. If your heart is tired, your prayers feel thin, and your hope seems to fade by midweek, hear this: God has not forgotten your address. He ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Topics: Armor, God, Spiritual Warfare

Contract With God

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Dec 5, 2008

We as Christians do not realize that we have a covenant with God that we break on a daily basis. We need to get back to commitment to Him.

Contract with God Griffith Baptist Church – 12/07/08 P.M. Service Text: Nehemiah 10 Key verse: Nehemiah 9:38 – And because of all this we make a sure covenant, and write it; and our princes, Levites, and priests, seal unto it. Premise: We as Christians do not realize that we have a covenant ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 10:1-39

Denomination: Baptist

God's Promises PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 5, 2024

Explores the transformative power of the Gospel, emphasizing God's love, Jesus' sacrifice, and the call to live in His light.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to gather together, isn't it? To stand shoulder to shoulder, heart to heart, united in our longing to draw closer to our Creator, to understand His word, and to allow His truth to shape our lives. We're here to share in the beauty of fellowship, to ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21

Topics: Word, Lamp, Light

God's Plan PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 5, 2024

This sermon encourages understanding God's purpose for us, persevering through hardships, and standing on His promises for a hopeful and prosperous future.

Welcome, dear church family. It's a joy to gather with you again, in this sacred space where we come together to seek the face of our Lord and Savior. Today, we stand on the precipice of a new understanding, an understanding of the profound purpose, the perseverance, and the promises fulfilled in ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Topics: God's Plan

Is God Just?

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 21, 2002

There is a difference between how the world responds to life’s darker moments and how God’s best servants react. It is the difference between desiring and deserving.

OPENING: A magician working a cruise ship had recently purchased a parrot to be part of his act. However, the bird was not only clever but also annoying. It was constantly telling the audience how the magician accomplished each trick. For example, the bird would say to the audience, "He has the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 9:1-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Assassin Series

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Aug 30, 2010

After a short story based on Judges 3 to introduce the text, this sermon notes how God uses unexpected leaders and how God's leaders overturn idols.

In an attempt to capture some of the drama of this passage, I want to attempt something different as an introduction to the text. I hope you’ll follow along in your Bibles when I get to the meat of the sermon, but I thought I’d introduce the sermon by reading a short story I’ve ...read more

Scripture: Judges 3:12-31

Denomination: *other

Perspectives For The New Year (And For Every Year)

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 2, 2023

It is critical to have a godly view of time and life in order to live a life pleasing to God. As the new year begins, it is a good time to renew and refocus our minds in the Lord.

A. Happy New Year!! Welcome to 20-23! B. Let’s start with a little New Year’s humor: 1. What do cows say on Jan. 1? "Happy Moo Year!" 2. What was Dr. Frankenstein’s new year’s resolution? To make new friends. 3. What new year’s resolution should a basketball player never make? To ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-15, Ephesians 5:15-16, John 9:4, Mark 13:32-33, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-3, 2 Peter 3:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God The Healer Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jun 9, 2003

God is the God who heals us in every way.

God Stories – Attributes of God June 8, 2003 God the Healer John 9:1-12 WHO SINNED HERE? – Story by Bob Lupton found in “Theirs is the Kingdom” Who sinned?" the disciples asked him. A tragedy like this doesn’t just happen-it’s caused. The man was born blind. It couldn’t be his fault, could ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-12, Exodus 15:22-26

Denomination: *other