Sermons on Grooming:

A Wedding Invitation

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Aug 11, 2015

Our Heavenly Father wants to invite you and me to a wedding. It is not a regular invitation and it is no ordinary wedding. The flight is paid for and the destination is Heaven. The reception is to take place on earth.

Message: Summer can be a very busy time as we try to squeeze in vacation, visits to family and friends and respond to all those invitations. For most of us the wedding invitation is still one of personal importance and can sometimes cost us more than just a wedding gift. In some cases a wedding ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

You Make A Beautiful Bride Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on May 7, 2013

from the Jewish wedding in the selection of the bride, we see aspects of the Christian life as well.

YOU MAKE A BEAUTIFUL BRIDE Dorn Ridge May 16, 2010 INTRODUCTION: 1.) We have all been to many weddings. 2.) Perhaps even this year there are weddings planned on your calendar. A.) One of the statements I have heard at every wedding I have ever attended is “Look at the Bride!” – Isn’t she ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:5-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Get Ready, It’s Here

Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 2, 2010

Hear the setting, Barren... have not borne...have not labored... desolate. This was written as Israel was in her exile. Israel had been destitute, (disgraced as a woman without children.) However, the prophet calls for singing because the Lord had promise

This is dedicated to all of us who are seniors, to all of you who know seniors, and to all of you who will become seniors. It pays to be able to laugh about it when you are! "WHERE is my SUNDAY paper?!" The irate customer calling the newspaper office loudly demanded to know where her Sunday ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Keeping Kingdom Central Despite Life’s Winding Paths Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 12, 2020

All believers are stewards of the Kingdom of God. As we meander through life, we need to face the realities about keeping the Kingdom a priority while doing what we can to improve its future impact.

Keeping Kingdom Central Despite Life’s Winding Paths (Acts 20:22-36) 1, Life can be filled with amazing coincidences. 2. Stephen and Helen Lee had just gotten engaged when they made a shocking family discovery. While looking through family photos during their engagement party in New York, they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:22-36

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Strengthening Leadership In The Church

Contributed by Patrick Usifo on Jun 27, 2020

Thus, believers limit leadership to the secular world and the places where citizens socialize, political establishments, corporate business, sporting activities, and professional gatherings in society. The price is the low and unworkable leadership structure in the body of Chris

Therefore, there is a need for the restructuring of the present church model if she desires to project Christ's government and leadership to the world. There must be an all-inclusive, team spirit, true unity, and a three-but a single-level model built upon the membership, stewardship, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Great Omission

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Feb 23, 2019

The enemy has done a brilliant job in obscuring some very important truths about fulfilling the Great Commission and the way to salvation

The enemy has done a brilliant job in obscuring some very important truths about fulfilling the Great Commission and the way to salvation. The word “salvation” in the Greek means to deliver from the consequences of sin and protect against evil. The enemy knows that just saying a simple “Sinners ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:3, Romans 3:11, John 16:8, Philippians 1:6, 1 Thessalonians 5:24, Luke 8:12, John 3:36, 2 Corinthians 7:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ready Or Not Bridesmaids Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 4, 2020

This is the 10th sermon in the "When Does It End?" Series. This series is from Jesus' Olivet Discourse.

Series: When Does It End? [#10] READY OR NOT BRIDESMAIDS Matthew 25:1-13 Introduction: As we have been studying about the last days before Jesus Christ returns, we come to a story about wise and foolish people. As we think about the last days, do you have any regrets? When we leave this earth ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Love

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Indrani Baboolal on Feb 18, 2022

This love that King Solomon writes in the Book of Song of Songs is a powerful love that mankind experiences, but God has designed this love for more.

INTRODUCTION There is so much that can be said about love. However Love in the book of Song of Songs is a romantic love between a man and a woman. Not like the Love that exist between Christ and the church which is “Agape love” one of several Greek words for love. When the word “agape” is used in ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 3:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Godly Generations Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 8, 2024

The family tree is described as vine plant, olive trees in the Psalm 128. Humanity is compared with plants, trees, including the palm trees. This house looks like a green house with peace and prosperity.

Psalm 128 Greetings: The Lord is good and His love endures forever. HAPPY FATHER’S DAY!!   Introduction: Psalm 127 and 128 has a focus on God’s work in and through a holy family. A family tree is a list of all the people in your family: grandparents, parents, husband and wife, children and ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Six Steps Out Of Lack (Each Of The Six Could Be Part Of A Series.)

Contributed by Carlton Coon on Aug 25, 2024

The marriage feast at Cana would have been identified by lack. Except a handful of servants obeyed Christ, which changed empty to abundance.

Eleven Precious Verses open the story. John 2:9 When the ruler of the feast had tasted the water that was made wine, and knew not whence it was: (but the servants which drew the water knew;) the governor of the feast called the bridegroom, 10 And saith unto him, Every man at the ...read more

Scripture: John 2:9-11, John 2:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Are We Told To Keep Our Home Fires Burning?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 5, 2023

Keeping our home fires burning. Is this referring to those who may have a fireplace in their home?

The Return from A Wedding: Albeit this illustration applies to Israel and the second coming of Christ when He returns to establish His earthly Kingdom, it fundamentally applies to us, the church, as we await His return during the Rapture. This story is about a groom that had a wedding supper with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:35-48

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Physical Development Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 3, 2025

Physical development is not about vanity or chasing worldly beauty; it is about honouring God with our bodies, which are His temple. The strength of our physical bodies is directly connected to how far we can go in life and destiny.

THEME: LIVING A BALANCED LIFE TOPIC: PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 Supporting Texts: 3 John 1:2, Proverbs 17:22, Ecclesiastes 3:1, Daniel 1:12-15, 1 Timothy 4:8 INTRODUCTION: Living a balanced life requires giving attention to all areas of human ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Marks Of A Godly Father (Father's Day)

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 26, 2025

Fatherhood is a sacred calling that extends beyond provision and protection—it is about influence, leadership, and legacy.

THE MARKS OF A GODLY FATHER (FATHER'S DAY) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 128:1-4 Supporting Texts: Joshua 24:15, Proverbs 14:26, 1 Thessalonians 2:11-12, Luke 15:17-24, Deuteronomy 6:6-9 INTRODUCTION: Fatherhood is a sacred calling that extends beyond provision and protection—it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 128:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Solemnity Of The Ascension Of The Lord: Under His Feet

Contributed by Paul Andrew on May 27, 2025

To rise, ascend up, into the next level living, seated with Christ, rising to a place of trust to take dominion over what troubles us; over all limitations.

Christ's winning hand is His death and resurrection, but I have a fellow diocesan priest friend who likes to remind others that it’s not just Jesus’ death and resurrection but his Ascension too, which completes the paschal mystery. The Paschal Mystery in Christianity is from the Hebrew ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Catholic

Everybody Needs A Timothy

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Feb 20, 2025

We are called not only to be followers of Christ, be we are also called to be mentors.

The Apostle Paul was converted on his way to Damascus, where he was going to kill dozens of Christians. He was a feared assassin, and surely the news of his journey struck fear in the hearts of Christians in Damascus. But a dramatic meeting with Jesus changed Paul’s path. His conversion ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-2, 2 Timothy 2:1-2

Denomination: United Methodist