Sermons on Hamilton College:

Noah Saved From Wrath Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 24, 2022

Wrath comes because of four things: 1) Great Wickedness (Genesis 6:5), which results in: 2) Great Sorrow (Genesis 6:6), which brings: 3) Great Collateral Damage (Genesis 6:7) yet it also promises: 4) Great Redemption (Genesis 6:8).

Genesis 6:5-8. [5] The LORD saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth, and that every intention of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually [6] And the LORD was sorry that he had made man on the earth, and it grieved him to his heart. [7] So the LORD said, "I will blot ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:5-8

Denomination: Other

Too Blessed To Be Stressed

Contributed by D. Marie Hamilton on Sep 3, 2007

Helping others understand that with the Grace of God life’s situations can be more bareable.

To Blessed to Be Stressed I remember one day I was driving along minding my own business and be self absorbed with y own problems and all of a sudden I was in the midst of 5:00 traffic. Little Rock isn’t a big city, but unfortunately it has big city traffic. Well, I was waiting for the light to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-25

Denomination: Methodist

Freedom In Christ Series

Contributed by D. Marie Hamilton on Sep 3, 2007

This is a Fourth of July Sermon that focuses on the fact that through Christ we are granted freedom.

John 8: 31- 36 (NIV) To the Jews who believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free.” They answered him, “We are Abraham’s descendants and have never been slaves of anyone. How can you say that we ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32

Denomination: Methodist

Removing The Yoke Series

Contributed by D. Marie Hamilton on Sep 3, 2007

This is a sermon that shows that Freedom without God is freedom short lived.

Freedom in Christ Sermon Series Part 2 Removing the Yoke Galatians 5:13-26 (NIV) You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the sinful nature. Rather, serve one another in love. The entire law is summed up in a single command: “Love your ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-26

Denomination: Methodist

When Good People Do Bad Things

Contributed by D. Marie Hamilton on Sep 3, 2007

An examination of how good people can make bad mistakes. This is a personal illustration of the 51st Psalm

When Good People Do Bad Things Generous in love- God, give peace! Huge in mercy- wipe out my bad record. Scrub away my guilt, Soak out my guilt, Soak out my sins in your laundry. I know how bad I’ve been; My sins are staring me down. You’re the One I’ve violated and you’ve seen it all, Seen the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

I'm Not The Doctor

Contributed by D. Marie Hamilton on Sep 3, 2007

This is a sermon on realizing that God has the last word.

I’m Not the Doctor Sing -There Is a Balm UMH 375 Let us pray. Lord of mercy and grace. Creator of life. I praise you in all that you do. I pray that a mighty word is spoken here today. Give a word of hope and comfort to us all through these trying times. Let your words be my words be your ...read more

Scripture: John 11:14-44

Denomination: Methodist

Peace V. Shalom Series

Contributed by D. Marie Hamilton on Feb 2, 2007

Compare the human “absence of conflict” definition with the essence of the peace Christ has given those who love and obey him.

Scripture: John 14:25-27 "I have said these things to you while I am still with you. But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you everything, and remind you of all that I have said to you. Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to ...read more

Scripture: John 14:25-27

Denomination: Methodist

A God Listening Heart

Contributed by D. Marie Hamilton on Feb 2, 2007

We have talked about how it is important for us to yield to the guidance of the Holy Spirit. We have to be willing to go where the Spirit leads us.

A God Listening Heart I Kings 3: 7-9 (I am reading from the Message) “And now here I am: God, my God you have made me your servant, ruler of the kingdom place of my father David. I’m too young for this, a mere child! I don’t know the ropes yet, I hardly know that ‘ins’ and ‘outs’ of this job. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:6-9

Denomination: Methodist

Ask God To Take The Phyiscal Challenge

Contributed by D. Marie Hamilton on Feb 2, 2007

Asking God to manifest His presence in our lives and expect for it to happen.

Asking God to Take a Physical Challenge Let us pray. I want to ask the kids a question. By a show of hands, how many of you know about or have watched the show Double Dare on Nickelodeon? Well, I’m here to let you know that show is about 15 years old. I remember when that show first came ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:3-35

Denomination: Methodist

Being A Fool For God

Contributed by D. Marie Hamilton on Feb 2, 2007

Following God to the point to where we might look foolish to others.

Being a Fool for God Song of Solomon 2:8-13 (New International Version) 8 Listen! My lover! Look! Here he comes, leaping across the mountains, bounding over the hills. 9 My lover is like a gazelle or a young stag. 2 Look! There he stands behind our wall, ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:8-13

Denomination: Methodist

A Radical Methodical Teacher

Contributed by D. Marie Hamilton on Oct 2, 2011

A confirmation sermon that shows that Christ's teachings are the basis for the docterine of the United Methodist Church.

Let Me Tell You a Story about a Radical and Methodical Teacher Luke 16: 1-13 NRSV This is the world of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Let us pray. Well, last Sunday I talked about how through Christ we have meaning in our lives. We are able to be and do so much through Christ. But we have to get ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Freedom Walk

Contributed by D. Marie Hamilton on May 19, 2009

Christ gives us the freedom to be couragous and effective. All we have to do is take the walk. He did it for us.

Freedom Walk Romans 8:1-10 (The Message) Romans 8 The Solution Is Life on God’s Terms 1-2With the arrival of Jesus, the Messiah, that fateful dilemma is resolved. Those who enter into Christ’s being-here-for-us no longer have to live under a continuous, low-lying black cloud. A new power is in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Joy In The Journey

Contributed by D. Marie Hamilton on May 23, 2009

When we are able to feel good in the storms of life, that’s when we are at the center of God’s grace.

Joy in the Journey 1 John 1-2:2 (Amplified Bible) 1 John 1 1[WE ARE writing] about the Word of Life [[a]in] Him Who existed from the beginning, Whom we have heard, Whom we have seen with our [own] eyes, Whom we have gazed upon [for ourselves] and have touched with our [own] hands. 2And the ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Lord Set Us On Fire Series

Contributed by D. Marie Hamilton on May 21, 2011

When the Holy Spirit was given to the church, that gave us the power to change the world- not with fear or being timid- but with boldness and power.

Lord, Set Us on Fire! Acts 2: 1-4 A Sound Like a Strong Wind 1-4 When the Feast of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. Without warning there was a sound like a strong wind, gale force—no one could tell where it came from. It filled the whole building. Then, like a wildfire, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

He Asked For Alms And He Got Legs!

Contributed by Alan Hamilton-Messer on Mar 13, 2014

Mission. God wants us to reach out to ALL people. Even the ones we think are not good enough for church. Who are not intelligent enough. Smell badly. Don't dress well. Drink too much alcohol or take too many drugs.

He asked for alms and was given legs! Acts 3:1-10 Over the next few months we will hopefully have some mission events taking place in the church. So this morning I thought I would speak about mission. All around us are many people who are hurting for one reason or another.And God has given us the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed