Sermons on Grace And Mercy:

The Unfruitful Vine

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Sep 6, 2012

God created us for His purpose, it is our responsibility to discover and fulfill the purpose. There is a reward if we do, and there will be punishment if we do not.

THE UNFRUITFUL VINE Study Text: Luke 13:6-9 He also spoke this parable: A certain man had a fig-tree planted in his vineyard. And he came and sought fruit on it, and found none. Luk 13:7 And he said to the dresser of his vineyard, Behold, these three years I come seeking fruit on this fig-tree, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:6-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

My Refuge In Times Of Trouble

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Apr 5, 2020

The following sermon is going to focus first on the false refuge of the things of this world and finish with what refuge in God looks like.

Our Refuge Psalms 46:1-3 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “If, indeed the Lord be our refuge and strength, we are entitled to seek after a spirit which shall bear us above the dreads of common men.” When the tides of tribulations come roaring into one’s life and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Mary Magdelene Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 6, 2020

The resurrection narratives of four gospels record very precisely how things were moving from one stage to the other. All of them want to give credit to Mary Magdalene as the first evangelist of the Kingdom of God was Mary Magdalene. Read to know the power of a converted woman.

Resurrection Day Theme: First Evangelist Mary Text: John 20:10-19 Introduction: The resurrection narratives in all four gospels record very precisely how things were moving from one stage to the other. All of them want to give credit to Mary Magdalene as the first person to meet the Resurrected ...read more

Scripture: John 20:10-19

Denomination: Methodist

Love’s Response To Hate

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 6, 2021

Jesus was our Savior on the cross, but He was also our Judge, and He forgave us and all mankind for the sins that are sins of omission. These are sins we are not aware of and so we can never confess. Jesus forgave these along with all other sins.

One of the most diabolical criminals of his day, and the first big time American gangster, was also a very impressive pulpit orator. John Murrell as a youth was caught for horse stealing, and after a public whipping he was sent to prison. He declared eternal vengeance upon society for this, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

A Heart With A Desire For God

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Oct 16, 2013

In Acts 13:22 after God raised David up to be king of Israel He gave this testimony about David, “I have found in David the son of Jesse a man after My heart, who will do all My will.” You and I need a heart like David, a heart that has a desire for God.

A Heart with a Desire for God Acts 13:13-22 The Bible declares in Psalm 10:4 that the unsaved do not normally think about God. They don’t give Him the time of day: there’s no room for Him in their lives or mind until trouble or tragedy strikes. Sadly, if we are honest, Christians fair ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

Regeneration Of A Person

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Oct 17, 2013

This sermon shows how a person could be regenerated and be part of God's kingdom.

REGENERATION OF A PERSON JOHN 3:1-21 INTRODUCTION ILLUSTRATION Experiencing the new you. The concept of being born again is one of the biblical subjects often misunderstood to the extent that some people do not want to be identified with. ILLUSTRATION When I was just starting my pastoral ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Crises Of Being A Father

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Oct 17, 2013

This sermon says that we should honor the father because of the many crises they need to overcome.

CRISES OF BEING A FATHER Luke 15:11–32 (NIV) ILLUSTRATION Bill Cosby once observed, "If the new American father feels bewildered and even defeated, let him take comfort from the fact that whatever he does in any fathering situation has a fifty percent chance of being right." The reason I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

To Build His Church Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 18, 2013

WE can get excited about building HIS church because we once were not able to be a part of it!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • We welcome you this morning. • We are in the middle of a series entitled, “Reasons For My Heart To Beat.” • This series is designed to give us reasons to have passion about our faith. As we examine each of the reasons for our heart to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Three Gospel Truths

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Nov 3, 2013

Fraternized, Radicalized, and Unified, truths of gospel readings, in practice of the faith of Christ Jesus.

Three Gospel Truths by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (11/3/2013) “Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace...Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-32

Denomination: Friends

The Cure For Complaining

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Nov 16, 2013

Complaining destroys faith. It cuts us off from the provision of God at the time we need it most.

THE CURE FOR COMPLAINING So, what did you complain about this morning? The person driving too slowly in front of you on your way to church? The temperature of your coffee? That this room was too cold, too warm, the sound too loud, not loud enough? Your kids, your wife, your husband ... ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Grumbling Of A Warped Generation Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Nov 20, 2013

God's plan, Our example and witness, Joy

Philippians 2:12-18 (p. 819) November 24, 2013 Introduction: I can remember hearing this quote...”You can only see the stars shimmering when it’s dark.” And I have to tell you “I’ve seen some stars shine in my life.” “Melvin...wasting away with ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Con Or King? How Do You See Jesus?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 24, 2013

Jesus is no con but a great king who is worthy of our service.

Rob Ford, mayor of Toronto, has had a rough month. After repeatedly denying allegations that he used illegal drugs, the police announced that they were in possession of a video which showed the mayor smoking crack cocaine. Since then Ford has admitted to behavior that is not appropriate for anyone, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:35-43

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Find Satisfaction: Romans 12:1-8

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 3, 2013

Adapted from a sermon by Brian Atwood. Even with their limitations, Rhinos live a pretty satisfied life. We don’t have to know the future. Who cares that we can see only thirty feet ahead? Whatever’s at thirty-one feet needs to care that we’re coming.

Have you ever thought about rhinos and their limitations. You see, rhinos can run thirty miles an hour, which is pretty fast when you consider how much weight they’re pulling. They’re actually faster than squirrels, which can run up to twenty-six miles an hour. And even then ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Happy & Passionate Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Dec 5, 2013

A sermon on the fourth beatitude.

Happy, Happy, Happy: Happy & Passionate Matthew 5:1-2, 6 You gotta’ love grandmothers, right? My grandmother, we called her Mama Kit, lived in Chatham, LA. It just so happened that I worked in Chatham, as did my older brother. I worked for the Sheriff’s Office and my brother ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Methodist

You Are Saved To Serve

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Dec 6, 2013

Being saved does not allow us to sit in a pew and do nothing...

December 8, 2013 Morning Worship Text: Philippians 2:1-11 Subject: Servant hood Title: Saved to Serve Christmas is in the air… Do you like Christmas? I know that for some Christmas may be difficult because of the loss of a loved one or because of bad holiday memories. But Christmas is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God