Sermons on Greener Grass:

On The Shelf, Marred Clay?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 5, 2019

What do you do with "MARRED CLAY?" We have the tendency to throw failures under the bus. Do we love the hard to love people? Are we pronged to quit and give up? Come on my friends, let us try again. Just because you fail, does not make you a failure. Someone needs you today!

ON THE SHELF, MARRED CLAY --- USELSS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com MARRED CLAY? ON THE SHELF? Jeremiah 18:1 The word which came to Jeremiah from the LORD, saying, 2 Arise, and go down to the potter's house, and there I will cause thee to hear my words. 3 Then I went ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6, 2 Samuel 21:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From Bitter To Better

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 6, 2021

Trials and troubles, far from being harmful to you, cause us to grow. Under Pharaoh's oppression Israel grew dramatically. Joseph too faced the dilemma of whether to become bitter at his brothers, or better. He saw the hand of God & chose the latter.

FROM BITTER TO BETTER Exodus 1:11-14 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Some things never change! 1. A supposed ancient manuscript was found that told extra details of what happened when Adam and Eve ate the fruit of the Tree of the Knowledge of Good & Evil. 2. When Adam bit the fruit he felt great ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:11-14, Genesis 45:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Forever Family

Contributed by John Dobbs on Apr 25, 2025

One of the greatest gifts God gives us is 
the invitation to belong — not just to Him, but to a family — His family.

God’s Forever Family Introduction Erma Bombeck is one of my favorite authors. Her newspaper column called At Wit’s End was full of humor and wisdom. She wrote books like “If Life is a Bowl of Cherries, What am I doing in the Pits?” and “The Grass is Always Greener Over the Septic Tank”. In one of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:17-21, Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finding Joy In Life Series

Contributed by Marty Baker on Jul 8, 2002

This message is based on the fruit of the spirit It concludes with some practical guidelines to help you discover joy in your life.

Finding Joy in Life Galatians 5:22-23 Dr. Marty Baker www.stevenscreek.net June 30, 2002 This week our nation will be celebrating Independence Day. On July 4, 1776, a group of 56 patriots banded together and adopted the Declaration of Independence on. They penned these words: "We hold these ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Church Of God

Contentment Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 5, 2007

Contentment is illusive within our culture. How can you find it? Contentment is something God must teach us. Being content with our circumstances comes from God’s enabling strength.

PHILIPPIANS 4:10-13 CONTENTMENT Psalm 23 Have you been content in all of the circumstances you have faced? Paul knew how to be content whether he had plenty or whether he was in need. He discloses the secret in our text. As we know, the answer ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

Savior Like A Shepherd (Psalm 23) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Sep 5, 2019

While we are familiar with Psalm 23, we may not understand it if we don't know much about sheep and shepherds.

Savior, Like a Shepherd (Psalm 23) This week, I came across a list of 75 occupations that are either obsolete or really rare in the 21st century. Things like “chandler”—someone who makes candles. Or “Fletcher”—a maker of arrows. And I thought I’d start off this morning by givng you guys a little ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus, The True Shepherd

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 6, 2013

Jesus is the door, the only way in, and the shepherd who stands watch. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

Jesus, the True Shepherd John 10 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/TrueShepherd.html Jesus, the True Shepherd John 10 v. 11 Jesus is called the Good Shepherd, who gives his life for the sheep. The good shepherd speaks of redemption. The Bible also calls Him the Great Shepherd, which speaks of ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Truly Satisfied

Contributed by Joel Preston on Nov 15, 2002

Only when we can truly say that, “the Lord is my shepherd,” will we ever be able to say, “I shall not want.”

HOW TO BE TRULY SATISFIED! Psalm 23:1 INTRODUCTION: 1. Psalm 23 contains a short yet beautiful portrait of our relationship with God. It promises comfort and protection to those who remain close to the Shepherd and demonstrates how our spiritual needs are met in the Lord. 2. It is one of the most ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Truly Satisfied

Contributed by Joel Preston on Nov 15, 2002

Only when we can truly say that, “the Lord is my shepherd,” will we ever be able to say, “I shall not want.”

HOW TO BE TRULY SATISFIED! Psalm 23:1 INTRODUCTION: 1. Psalm 23 contains a short yet beautiful portrait of our relationship with God. It promises comfort and protection to those who remain close to the Shepherd and demonstrates how our spiritual needs are met in the Lord. 2. It is one of the most ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Not Far Away.

Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on Oct 28, 2013

God is not far away, He is nearer than you think, just reach out and touch Him as He passes by. He is never too busy to hear you when you call, so just call out to Him, He is ready to help you.

First Church of God in Harvey Sunday Morning – February 19th, 2012 Let us pray Welcome…… Today is the third Sunday of Black History Month, and I believe we all can say we have been blessed. Have you been blessed? Has God been good to you? Can you praise God despite how ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-38

Denomination: Church Of God

The Slow Slide Series

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Mar 21, 2020

Many people struggle with the same temptation for many years. Often, people will wonder, “How is it possible for a Christian to struggle with a temptation for so long? How did things get so bad?” I’ll tell you how: so slowly that you wouldn’t even notice what was taking place.

The Slow Slide Text: Genesis 13:2-13 Introduction: Ever seen a Chinese handcuff? Maybe you know it better by the name “Chinese Finger Trap” or “that joke your friend played on you that one time after asking, ‘Wanna see something cool?’” The genius of this gag toy is its simplicity; it’s just a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:2-13

Denomination: Baptist

What Kind Of Example Are You?

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jul 28, 2025

There is much in Israel's history that gives some bad examples. We can learn from what they did and do better. If you want to be a better example, here are five questions you should answer.

Alba 7-27-2025 WHAT KIND OF EXAMPLE ARE YOU? I Corinthians 10:5-11 Have you ever been told, “Let that be an example to you”? There are many things we can learn from examples, some good and some bad. On September 19, 1997, a Drivers-Ed teacher gave a lesson he would like to forget. The teacher ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Focus On Christ Not Your Fears

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 10, 2001

To lead the people to understand how to avoid focusing on their fear, but concentrate on the positives we have in Christ.

The Twelve Spies – Numbers 13-14 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand how to avoid focusing on their fear, but concentrate on the positives we have in Christ. Illustration:Where our Captain bids us go, ’Tis not ours to murmur no; He that gives the sword and shield Chooses too the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Adultery Series

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Oct 23, 2002

Marriage is a covenantal relationship, put together by God and adultery happens in the mind before it happens in the bed.

God’s Top Ten Thou shall not commit adultery Central Christian Church St. Petersburg, Fl October 2002 Exo 20:14 "You shall not commit adultery. I was told that Moses came down from the mountain with the two tablets and as the people gathered around him he said, “I have some good news and some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8, Exodus 20:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Transforming Love

Contributed by James Botts on Sep 1, 2002

"Transforming Love" looks at 1 Corinthians 13:1-8 for practical principles for applying God’s love in my family relationships.

The Crossing Community Church “Transforming Love” Pastor Jim Botts June 16th, 2002 -1 Corinthians 13:13 There are three things that will endure--faith, hope, and love--and the greatest of these is love (NLT). Love is a very popular word in our society. Amazon.com lists 2,652 book titles ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Baptist