Sermons on Godly Sincerity:

And The Winner Is...esther! Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 8, 2013

In this sermon, we consider the part of the story of Esther where she enters the contest and wins the kings heart and the crown. For application, we wrestle with the questions: Where were the parents and was Esther always godly?

Introduction: A. The story is told of a man who after being away on a business trip, thought it would be nice to bring a little gift home to his wife. 1. The man went into a store and asked the clerk, “Can you recommend some perfume as a gift for my wife?” 2. The clerk showed him a ...read more

Scripture: Esther 2:2-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Has To Win: I Must Embrace Discipline Or I Will Experience Regret Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Oct 2, 2020

And this brings us to our third God must win. I must embrace discipline, or I will experience regret.

Introduction Today, we continue with our series: God has to win. In our first week, we saw that God has to win in the choices that I made. At the end of the day, can you say that you made more choices for God than you did the world, the flesh, and the devil? And then last week, we saw the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:5-6, Romans 7:15-25, 1 Timothy 4:7-9

Denomination: Baptist

They Limited God 2 Of 2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 29, 2022

What is the Psalmist talking about when he said that Israel limited the, “Holy One of Israel”?

He is saying that God wanted to do many great things for Israel, but the choices that they made in their lives limited the Lord from doing those things. Illus: Remember how as a child, before Christmas came our parents started telling us to do certain things and if we didn’t, SANTA CLAUS WAS NOT ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:41

Denomination: Baptist

They Limited God (1 Of 2)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 29, 2022

What is the Psalmist talking about when he said that Israel limited the, “Holy One of Israel

He is saying that God wanted to do so much more for Israel, but the choices in life they made limited the Lord from doing more for them. Illus: A wealthy father, who had one son, loved that son very much. The father had influence and wealth and he could help his son in many ways. But one day he ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:41

Denomination: Baptist

A Donkey And God’s Correction

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Sep 27, 2022

A farmer who wanted to sell his donkey. A potential buyer showed up and looked the animal over. He asked if he could hitch him up to the wagon and see how he worked. The farmer did so and climbed up into the wagon with the customer handing him the reins.

1. Numbers 22:1-12 2. Numbers 22: 21-24 Psalm 141 Illustration A farmer who wanted to sell his donkey. A potential buyer showed up and looked the animal over. He asked if he could hitch him up to the wagon and see how he worked. The farmer did so and climbed up into the wagon with the customer ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 22:21-24, Numbers 22:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

We Have A Hope

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Mar 12, 2022

The Apostle Paul gives us godly hope for our faithful christian lives. He tells us that God will bring back those who sleep in Jesus Christ.

We have a Hope But I do not want you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning those who have fallen asleep, lest you sorrow as others who have no Hope. - I Thessalonians 4:13 When Jenny was five, she asked her mother, “Does heaven have a floor?” Surprised, her mother said, “Well, Jenny, what do you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Timothy: A Call To Be A Worthy Example

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Dec 8, 2023

Every Christian is expected to be a Worthy Example of a believer and to a believer. This is achievable through the power of the word of God.

Timothy: A Call to be a Worthy Example. Study Text: I Timothy 4: 12 - 16. Introduction: - Every Christian is a marked person because he or she has claimed to be a child of God. People will be watching you to find out what a child of God is like. - How does he behaves, speaks, what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Consistency Of Evil In Arrogant man Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 18, 2024

Arrogant people appear overly confident and seek superiority to cover their shortcomings. They lack empathy, have no genuine interest in others, and often have a dismissive or condescending attitude.

Throughout the Bible, we see examples of People who embody the trait of arrogance, leading them down a path of destruction and harm to others. Unfortunately, these people rarely change their ways, and their arrogance only grows stronger with time. In this article, we will explore the biblical ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:20-23

Stop Chasing The World You Will Be Left Empty And Broken. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 9, 2024

The world we live in often entices us to chase after its fleeting pleasures and riches but let us be reminded that these things are temporal and will ultimately leave us empty and broken.

We live in a world that is consumed by chaos and darkness. Every day, we are bombarded with news of conflict, suffering, and despair. It can be easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of worldly pursuits and seek to impress those around us with our accomplishments and possessions. As Jesus taught ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-20, Psalm 34:19, Luke 12:15, Colossians 3:2

Embracing Wisdom Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Aug 24, 2023

What is the difference between worldly wisdom and godly wisdom?

Sermon series Campfire Talks #1 Embracing Wisdom 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 Proverbs 8 Good morning- Today we start anew series I am calling Campfire Talks! Remember those times maybe as a kid that you sat around the campfire you had some great times talking about all kinds of things…some important ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Nazarene

The Company We Keep

Contributed by Randy Crawford on Dec 2, 2024

What would you consider a true friend to be? What would your friends be willing to do to get you to Jesus?

What is a friend? What does it mean to be a friend? When we are young we have lots of friends. My youngest believes that anyone that plays with him at any given time is his friend. Most times he doesn’t even know their name and will probably never see them again. As we get older, we see our circle ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Turning The Tables Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Mar 18, 2025

What do you do when you witness this type of scheming and manipulation in the workplace and even in the family? As many here have testified, it is better to walk in godly integrity and let God vindicate you!

In these trying times in our lives, will our desperation drive our decisions or will we grow in our faith and be guided by God? We saw that because of God’s goodness and grace, even though Leah and Rachel were the battling brides, God accomplished what He set out to do in fulfilling His promises ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 30:25-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Giving Thanks PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 9, 2023

This sermon encourages embracing a deep sense of gratitude, recognizing blessings in all circumstances, and expressing thankfulness as a path to joy and fulfillment.

Good morning, friends! It's so good to see all of you here today. We're going to be talking about something that's as natural as breathing, but sometimes, we forget about it. It's gratitude. Now, I know what you're thinking. "Gratitude? Sure, I say thanks for my food and when someone holds the door ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Topics: Thanksgiving, Godly Way

Be A Wise Guy

Contributed by Eric Grenier on Apr 26, 2018

Learn about God's wisdom from James 3:13-18

James 3:13–18 If you are wise and understand God’s ways, prove it by living an honorable life, doing good works with the humility that comes from wisdom. 14But if you are bitterly jealous and there is selfish ambition in your heart, don’t cover up the truth with boasting and lying. 15For jealousy ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What It Takes To Be Heard By God

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 5, 2009

If you want to be heard by God, make sure God and not others are your audience, make sure that it is really you who is speaking, and make sure to forgive and to receive forgiveness.

The morning worship service had reached an emotional climax during the pastor’s fervent prayer. He had carefully crafted it with fine liturgical phrases, hallowed by centuries of use. It was backed up by a throbbing organ, playing a hymn that gently drew worshipers back to thoughts of that amazing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-15

Denomination: Baptist