Sermons on Gossip:

Is Serving God Worth It?

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 13, 2018

Serving God is worth it because God delights in saving those who delight in serving Him

ENGAGE Have you ever asked the question – Is serving God really worth it? I know that I’ve certainly done that in my life and my guess is that most of you have done that at some point in your life as well. TENSION Maybe at work you’re the model employee. You show up on time for work every day, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Dangers Of Rushing God

Contributed by Peter Toy on Apr 17, 2018

Third in Ruth sermon series. Outline: 1. How not to do God's will. 2. How to respond to compromising situations. 3. How we need a redeemer

The Dangers of Rushing God – Ruth 3:1-18 June 1, 2013 When we try to rush God’s plan we rush into danger. I know that many of you here are single and are probably thinking about marrying someone sometime in your life. Take a look at these suggested Christian pick-up lines (show video). Now all of ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Lifechanging Power Of Worship

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jun 19, 2018

A look at Isaiah worshiping God

Lifechanging Power of Worship: Isaiah 6 If you have your bibles, join me in turning to Isaiah 6. This is about a little over halfway into the Bible. Open your bible in the middle, and you come to Psalms. Go a little further and you come to Isaiah. We have been going through the OT together, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christian Governance-&-Church-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 19, 2018

2 of ? Peter pressed the importance of Christian submission as it related to the Church or Body of Christ. But How is that governance addressed thru the Church? Christian governance regarding the CHURCH(Body of Christ) addresses...

‘For The LORD’S SAKE’—1Peter 2:13—3:12 A. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Government—1Peter 2:13-17 B. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Work—1Peter 2:18-25 C. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Marriage—1Peter 3:1-7 D. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Church--II—1Peter 3:8-12 So far in our study of 1Peter we have examined the fact that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

What's In It For Me? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 28, 2018

There are three major themes addressed in this passage: Suffering, Servanthood, and Sacrifice. Whenever you study the Bible you should always ask yourself these two words: SO WHAT? Now that I've learned this, what changes will this make in my life?

INTRODUCTION Our friend, Paul Baloche, who lived for many years in Lindale, Texas has written or co-written over 120 worship songs. Perhaps his most popular song is “Open the Eyes of my Heart, Lord” which I’ve borrowed his song title for this message. In the early 90’s, when Mike and I had only ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45

Denomination: Baptist

Open The Eyes Of My Heart, Lord Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 28, 2018

When people try to hinder your crying out to Jesus, do what Bartimaeus did: Resist them. Don't let them intimidate you into silence.

INTRODUCTION Our friend, Paul Baloche, who lived for many years in Lindale, Texas has written or co-written over 120 worship songs. Perhaps his most popular song is “Open the Eyes of my Heart, Lord” which I’ve borrowed his song title for this message. In the early 90’s, when Mike and I had only ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing Jesus Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 29, 2019

The true test of knowing God is do we live like Jesus.

Knowing Jesus Text: 1 John 2:3-11 Introduction 1. Illustration: "Often in the Scriptures the word know means not just being aware of something but having a personal experience of it. Jesus did not know sin, not because he was unaware of what it is but because he never committed it himself. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-11

Denomination: Methodist

Compromised Christianity Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 31, 2019

This series focuses on how the Body of Christ is being compromised by false teachings currently gaining a foothold within the Church as foretold in Bible prophecy.

Compromised Christianity Scriptures: John 17:17; Matthew 24:3-14; 1 Timothy 4:1-3; 5:19-20 In John 17:17 Jesus made the following request of His Father as He prayed prior to His arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane, “Sanctify them by Your truth. Your word is truth.” The word “sanctify” means to ...read more

Scripture: John 17:17, Matthew 24:3-14, 1 Timothy 4:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Samson And His Mid-Life Crisis Series

Contributed by Rev. Clarence Eisberg on Oct 27, 2015

The amazing thing about the story of Samson and Delilah is that it comes at the height of his career. The key to the story is found in the last verse of Judges 15. “Now Samson led Israel for twenty years in the days of the Philistines.” (15:20)

“Samson and His Mid-Life Crisis” The story of Samson and Delilah, found in Judges 16, is the story of a man who having reached the pinnacle of his career and having accomplished everything a man would want to accomplish, in one sudden, violent turn went from the top right down to the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Obsolete Or Absolute? Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 1, 2015

Are the 10 Commandments still viable today?

Series: The Big 10 (Based on a series by James Merritt) “OBSOLETE OR ABSOLUTE?” EXODUS 20:1-20 OPEN Today we start a series of messages called The Big 10. When you hear that term, you probably think about the regional college athletic conference featuring teams like ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Beauty For Ashes

Contributed by Val Black on Oct 4, 2022

If your church is experiencing division or has gone through a difficult split, this message offers hope and encouragement.

Sunday a.m. - January 20, 2008 “Beauty For Ashes” (NOTE: This message was the first one I gave to a church that had just gone through a split and the congregation was hurting and confused how such a thing could happen) I. Background: The church in Antioch has gathered together. A word of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3, Genesis 50:20

Denomination: Charismatic

Dead Dog Syndrome Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 10, 2022

The Dead Dog Syndrome (a critical spirit) can infect us or the people around us and is destructive in whatever direction it is focused.

[the title for this sermon comes from another contributor, but the content is my own] THE VERY RELATABLE LIFE OF KING DAVID DEAD DOG SYNDROME 2 SAMUEL 16:5-14, 19:15-23, PSALM 3:1-8 #kingdavid INTRODUCTION... A Little Quiz (p) I would like to begin this morning with a little quiz. I need you to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 16:5-14, 2 Samuel 19:15-23, Psalm 3:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Envy - A Perverted Love

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 13, 2022

This message is about how we sometimes find ourselves desiring something that belongs to someone else and in the process becoming resentful of the one who has what we desire.

Envy – A Perverted Love Scripture: Genesis 4:1-8; Proverbs 14:30; Mark 7:20-23; Luke 6:45 The title of my message this morning is “Envy – A Perverted Love.” Let me tell you a story. There was a man who had a brother whom you would assume that he loved. One day both brothers brought an offering ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-8, Mark 7:20-23, Luke 6:45

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be The Salt & Light

Contributed by Sajayan Chacko on Jan 29, 2024

The various names God gives His children in the Bible. (Some are: sheep, brethren, little ones, etc.) When Jesus gives us the name of "salt" and ‘light”, He is reminding us that we have the opportunity and the responsibility to be an influence in the world.

• The various names God gives His children in the Bible. (Some are: sheep, brethren, little ones, etc.) When Jesus gives us the name of "salt" and ‘light”, He is reminding us that we have the opportunity and the responsibility to be an influence in the world. • In the first twelve ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Success Of Failure Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 19, 2023

Failure is a common experience and with God's help we can keep failure from being final. Jesus left a great example of how to handle failure when He was rejected in His own hometown.

Introduction: A. How many of you have ever failed at something? We all have experienced failure, right? 1. Bob Hope, when asked about his early failures in stand-up comedy, said, “I would not have had anything to eat if it wasn’t for the stuff the audience threw at me.” 2. Do you consider Abraham ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-13, Hebrews 10:35-39, Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ