Sermons on grateful:

When God Keeps Us Waiting

Contributed by Chanon Mullens on Oct 19, 2006

God Answer’s Prayer: According to His Time and Will

• Have you ever desired a more perfect prayer life? The Bible is emphatic in that God Does Answer Prayer! • Examples of answered prayer: a. The Israelites were desperate; Moses prayed and water turned sweet. b. Hannah sought a child and Samuel was born c. Elijah challenged the prophets of Baal and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Farewell Homily

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 8, 2013

Always remember that the task of the Church is to attract non-believers to Jesus Christ in the Church.

Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 2013 “farewell” In the pre-Christian world, there was an inchoate understanding of human life after earthly death. The Hebrew’s picture of human existence in the nether world was one of gloom, shadow, even an inability to praise God. I think that the young man ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Catholic

Christ Our Strength

Contributed by Js Collins on Jan 20, 2012

Paul shares his confidence in Christ, there would be little victory without the grace and strength of Gods provision

Christ our strength Philippians 4:10-13 10 ¶ But I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at last your care for me has flourished again; though you surely did care, but you lacked opportunity. 11. Not that I speak in regard to need, for I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content: 12. I ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

At The Feet Of Jesus

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Mar 21, 2013

Like Judas, let us forsake a casual relationship with Jesus and be more like Mary who developed a close, personal, and intimate relationship with Jesus Christ, the Savior.

I ran across a book from 1904, entitled, “Maxwell’s Elementary grammar” that contained the following poem: "Oho!" said the pot to the kettle; "You are dirty and ugly and black! Sure no one would think you were metal, except when you're given a crack." "Not so! Not so!" kettle ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Free Methodist

A Tale Of Two Prayers

Contributed by Rev Ken Shedenhelm on Apr 16, 2013

Knowing ourselves to be a sinner opens the door to salvation, whereas self-righteousness separates us from our God and our neighbor.

"A TALE OF TWO PRAYERS" It was just another day, like all the days that came before, and two men entered the temple to pray, as men had done for centuries. One of the men was a Pharisee. He was a man, to use Mark Twain's phrase, "who was good in the worst sense of the word." The other man was a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Who R U Series

Contributed by Chris Mccall on Sep 15, 2012

Have ever just been sitting somewhere alone & find yourself asking the question, "who am I" really?

Have ever just been sitting somewhere alone & find yourself asking the question, "who am I" really? How many of us would agree, that would be an important question to ask ourselves from time to time? I want to look at 3 different references that scripture gives us, as people. These 3 are Sinner, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:15-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Getting To Know God Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Jul 26, 2011

Yesterday we talked about the “Yoke” of God. Today we will be talking about why we should wear this yoke and how it can set us free.

Matthew 11:28-30 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” Yesterday we talked about the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Dan J Funeral

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 4, 2015

Funeral for a 62 year old man who had gone through the challenge of alcoholism. He was a believer in Jesus.

Opening Song -- Family Enters "Do not let your heart be troubled; believe in God, believe also in Me. "In My Father's house are many dwelling places; if it were not so, I would have told you; for I go to prepare a place for you. "If I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You Working Like A Dog Or A Saint?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 14, 2014

Is work a dirty word because of the Curse or a mninstry?

The Sexton and the Wagon Driver The children of Rabbi Shmuel of Lubavitch, the fourth Chabad-Lubavitch Rebbe, once debated Judaism's contribution to "living life." Their father, weighing in on their discussion, summoned his simpleminded sexton, Bentzion. The Rebbe inquired: "Bentzion, did you ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23

Denomination: Baptist

Fighting For Our Freedom

Contributed by David Taylor on Jan 23, 2014

Standing in the Freedom of the Gospel: Fighting for Our Freedom

Standing in the Freedom of the Gospel: Fighting for Our Freedom Galatians 5:1-12 Paul tells us that Christ has set us free but living as free people is not automatic, it is conditional. Our spiritual freedom must be fought for; the Christian life is a fight because we are in a war. Today we want ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Father At The Gate

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jun 17, 2012

This is story for every man, every woman and every child to understand, what a loving and wonderful heavenly Father we have!

This is story for every man, every woman and every child to understand, what a loving and wonderful heavenly Father we have! I am glad that the man had two sons and that he dealt with them differently, I am so glad my heavenly Father knows how to deal with me and that He knows how to deal with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-31

Denomination: Baptist

Happy Thanksgiving?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 19, 2014

Will your Thanksgiving Day be more about sports and food than about thanking God?

One of the basic values of Judaism is hakarat hatov – the gratitude to others for favors and help extended to one. This concept is even embodied in the relationship of a Jew with one’s Creator. Ingratitude towards the Creator Who has granted us life and all of its attendant benefits is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Not Like Bethlehem

Contributed by Andrew Drummond on Dec 17, 2009

Every Christian needs to understand that what we celebrate on Dec. 25th looks nothing like Bethlehem. What can we do to make is all about Jesus?

Another Christmas, some of us have had more than others. There is hustle and bustle happening all around us, chestnuts roasting on the open fire and Christmas lights illuminating the dark nights. Does it feel like Christmas to you? Now we all know that Christmas celebrations as we know them have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Lesson 3: Praying Through Persecution

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 2, 2011

Learning how to pray against those who attempt to harm you or your family.

A. 1 PETER 4:12-19 “Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad with exceeding ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Extreme Gratitude

Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 31, 2009

Christian living requires an extreme level of gratitude

Extreme Gratitude 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Thanksgiving Message November 23, 2008 Morning Service The pilgrims made seven times more graves than huts…nevertheless, [they] set aside a day of thanksgiving. — H. W. Westermeyer The Pilgrims revealed an example of extreme gratitude toward God for all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Church Of God