Sermons on Graduation Youth:

Racing Time

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Nov 13, 2023

Greetings Something new in God’s Word? Familiar passage with new eyes? Each week I ask you this question because I genuinely care about your relationship with our Savior.

One morning in 1986 I was all alone on a 4-wheeler with 50 acres to myself. I was off-work that day, so I decided to drive from Spring to Centerville to surprise my mom with a visit. I got there, she wasn’t there, but the 4-wheeler was. That day, I rode that 4-wheeler for all it was worth. Just me ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-9

Overcoming Discouragement: The Elijah Syndrome Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 19, 2024

Are you discouraged? Listen for the gentle whisper of the Lord. Elijah was transformed by the still small voice of God. You can be too.

In 1 Kings we see the victorious bold Elijah and we see the opposite extreme when Elijah faced discouragement. The background comes from long years of drought in Israel. Elijah made a prophecy that there would be no dew or rain in Israel. This drought was extremely severe. Now Elijah the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Book Of Joshua 9 Of 9

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 26, 2022

These are the last chapters we will cover in the Book of Joshua.

As we come to the middle of the book of Joshua, the book of Joshua takes a sharp turn. From the beginning of the book until the middle of the book we have: • Heard about victory after victory. Some of those victories occurred on the other side of Jordan, but most of them occurred after they ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Chaos

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Dec 17, 2019

Mary may have been highly favoured , but there's more to the story. "We need more Mary's"

Title: Ever had a chaotic Christmas? Text: Luke 1:26-38 Subject: What is Mary’s legacy to the Christian church? [Story] Complement: Mary’s obedient servant heart brought honour to God. Idea: humble obedience is a priceless and precious gift that we can give to God! Preaching idea : “If you are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Making Of Godly Fathers

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jun 13, 2024

A dad is a partner with God in making disciples of his children. The greatest characteristics of God to me is that He is a Father. He is our everlasting Father. He is a Father to the fatherless.

OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Play the video “They will never stop looking at you.” INTRODUCTION: FATHERLESSNESS: All children have a father, but not all children have a father in their life. An estimated 24.7 million children (33%) live absent their biological father. According to 72.2 % of the U.S. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:10-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go Forward

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Jun 24, 2025

To go forward means to proceed or continue. My prayer for you is that you will successfully put to use all the tools that the Lord has given you to go forward and reach your destination in life, in Jesus’ name.

Every goal in life is ahead of us, and we need to go forward to reach, attain, or obtain it. Remember the word of God affirms that God’s divine power has given us everything that pertains to life … (2 Peter 1:3). Now, let’s see how Prophet Elisha depicts how to go forward in life: Elisha (2 Kings ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-25, 2 Peter 1:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Warrior In The Bible

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Aug 16, 2025

NASB

Exodus 15:3 “The Lord is a warrior; The Lord is His name. Numbers 1:14 The Census of Israel’s Warriors Then the Lord spoke to Moses in the wilderness of Sinai, in the tent of meeting, on the first of the second month, in the second year after they had come out of the land of Egypt, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:3

Denomination: Vineyard

Mother's Day

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 31, 2003

Honoring your mother on Mother’s Day.

A. INTRODUCTION: WHAT IS LEFT OUT? "Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee" (Ex. 20:12). 1.Love is natural. Why is there no command for parents to love children or respect them? 2.Love is reflected in giving. Why is there ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking The Cycle

Contributed by Kenneth Cherry on Jan 15, 2004

Living beyoud the sins of our fathers

Text - II Chronicles 29: 6 - 11 Subject - Breaking The Cycle Intro. On last night after the concert, I went home and finished working on a sermon I had been working on for Father’s day. I wanted to, just as did on mother’s day, encourage our fathers and not come out today with a strong word ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 29:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

Facing The Goliath In Our Lives

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 11, 2003

"So Many Christians Never Achieve The Maximum Potential In Their Lives Because They Never Conquer The Thing That They Fear The Most."

"Facing the Goliath in our Lives" - I Samuel 17 So Many Christians Never Achieve The Maximum Potential In Their Lives Because They Never Conquer The Thing That They Fear The Most. - Jonathan Falwell 1. Introduction a. The Israelites feared the Philistine Giant because he seemed to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-46

Denomination: Baptist

Living Right In A World Living Wrong

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Feb 28, 2007

people who chose to live right in their generation

Intro: now that Bradley has preached his first sermon and moved on to the State level, some people say that I better do good today because he is after my job. Some people said he can say more in five minutes than his dad can say in an hour. Fine arts was so much fun yesterday, and seeing all the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who's In Charge

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Feb 23, 2008

A message about the importance of developing strong self-discipline.

Covenant Youth Mission June 27, 1995 Who’s in Charge? How many of you here tonight believe that God created you? How many believe that there is something special about you, that there is some plan or destiny that you have to fulfill? With youth comes tremendous power, the power of life itself. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:28

Denomination: Mennonite

The Holy Spirit - Part 5 Series

Contributed by Don Jones on Oct 7, 2006

The message explores the gifts of the spirit for the purpose of helping others use their gifts.

The Holy Spirit - Part 5 Definitions of the Spiritual Gifts Spiritual gifts included service gifts, speaking gifts, and signifying gifts. While various theologians and teachers differ on how to precisely classify and name these gifts, the following generally captures the gist of the different ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:11

Denomination: Baptist

Walking In The Goodness Of The Lord

Contributed by Laren Whaley on Jul 26, 2009

The 23rd Psalm reveals blessings, promises, and protection for those who walk in obedience in the goodness of Lord. As we yield ourselves to the Lord as our Shepherd, he guides us in every area of our lives. He becomes our source of strength: spiritually,

Walking In The Goodness of the Lord Psalms 23:1 - 6 (NKJV) 1The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. 3He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness For His name’s sake. 4Yea, though I walk through ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

Victory Over Death Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Aug 22, 2005

In the raising of Lazarus, Jesus proclaims and demonstrates the promise of new life.

John 11:17-44 “Victory Over Death” INTRODUCTION Human beings are a diverse group. We have very few things universally in common. Someone once observed that the only two things we have in common are death and taxes. Since there are a few people who are very adept at avoiding taxes, I can only ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-44

Denomination: Lutheran