Sermons on Harvest Field:

Bound To God Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Nov 20, 2025

As we know, the era of the Judges was a difficult time in Israel due to the never-ending spin cycle of disobedience – defeat – crying – deliverance. The book of Ruth is a glimmer of hope in such a dreary landscape.

November 22, 2025 A short history of Moab: • Moab was the son of Lot and his oldest daughter (see Genesis 19:36-38). • The Moabites were not among the nations God told Israel to destroy (see Deuteronomy 2:9). • The king of Moab tried to have Israel cursed (see Numbers 22-24). • The ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:6-7

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Our Labor For The Lord Is Eternal!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Apr 9, 2013

Our Labor for the Lord is Eternal! In this sermon outline we point out nine characteristics of our labor for the Lord in our Christian Walk. It is not only a walk of faith but also of works that God desires us to live. It is also a labor of victory, peace

Our Labor for the Lord is Eternal! In this sermon outline we point out nine characteristics of our labor for the Lord in our Christian Walk. It is not only a walk of faith but also of works that God desires us to live. It is also a labor of victory, peace and joy. I. Our labor for the Lord is a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-16

A Virtuous Man-Father's Day Message

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 12, 2024

This is a Father’s Day message aimed at men encouraging them to be virtuous men by looking at others as God sees them, especially women. Boaz is the example being used in terms of his relationship toward Ruth and his workers.

A Virtuous Man-Father's Day Father’s Day Ruth 2:1-10 1 John 4:19-20 Today we celebrate Father’s day. I got a text from my daughter, Judge Samantha, four days before Father’s Day inquiring about a possible Father’s Day gift for me: Good morning dad, what size shirt do you wear? ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-10, 1 John 4:19-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Intentional Evangelism: Part 2

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Nov 27, 2004

This is part 2 of a 2 part message on intentional evangelism.

Intentional Evangelism John 4:27-42 I. He Got Results (v. 27-30, 39-42) A. Her life was radically changed (v. 28) B. She begin to aggressively share her new found belief (v. 29-30) C. People came to Jesus because she invited them, but they believed because of who He is. (v. 39-42) II. The ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-42

Denomination: Baptist

Sowing In Good Soil

Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 27, 2008

sowing the Good Seed, the word of God

SOWING THE SEED OF THE WORD OF GOD IN GOOD GROUND Today lord willing I’ll try & talk a little about the parable we find in matt. 13: to do with sowing seed, the word of God. Matthew 13:1- 9 Listen as I read the 1st 9 verses; 1 The same day ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Feeling Lucky? Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 21, 2018

Through God's providence Ruth and Boaz are brought together and this relationship enables Ruth to be protected from exploitation. A foundation for redemption is being laid.

Message Ruth 2:1-23 “Feeling Lucky” We live in a world where more and more people do not believe in God. At the same time, that does not stop our society from believing in the influences of higher forces, or forces beyond our control. Some people call it fate or luck. Others call it coincidence ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Hope Rekindled Series

Contributed by Dean O'bryan on Jul 2, 2007

Second in a four-part series on the book of Ruth; from chapter 2, the kindness of God is revealed in Ruth’s and Boaz’ actions and hope is rekindled for Naomi as God provides.

Trinity Baptist Church June 17, 2007 Ruth: God redeems Hope Rekindled! Ruth 2:1-24 Someone wrote, "Anytime you get to know another person, you’ll likely discover something. Invariably, people are marked by two kinds of past experiences -- both of them from earlier relationships. The two are ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Compassion For A Lost And Dying World Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Feb 12, 2012

This missions sermon challenges believers to give to missions out of compassion for souls.

Compassion for a Lost and Dying World Missions Emphasis Series Chuck Sligh February 12, 2012 A PowerPoint presentation of this sermon is available by mailing a request to me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Matthew 9:36-38 – “But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:36-38

Denomination: Baptist

Compassion For A Lost And Dying World (Shorter Version) Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Oct 12, 2014

There's a difference between pity & compassion. Pity is a mere emotion; compassion compels action. God wants us to exhibit this true compassion, the same kind He had for a lost and dying world, which compels us to DO something for the lost.

Compassion for a Lost and Dying World (Shorter version) Missions Series Chuck Sligh October 12, 2014 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation of this sermon is available by requesting it at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Matthew 9:36-38 – “But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:36-38

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Built Church--Pt.2

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Jan 22, 2008

the word for the church is go out not stand still or stay here

Jesus Built Church--when Jesus builds a church, it is not a stationary building, but a living,breathing, moving church. Jesus builds the church with the word, go. In the Bible the word go is found 1492 times, the word stop is found 7 times, the word stay 33 times. It is clear that we are told to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

We Are Laborers Together

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Jan 11, 2012

God’s work is never done. There is always something that needs to be done in a growing church. There is always someone that needs a help. There are lost people all around us that need Christ. There are children that need to be taught God’s word. There is

Intro: God’s work is never done. There is always something that needs to be done in a growing church. There is always someone that needs a help. There are lost people all around us that need Christ. There are children that need to be taught God’s word. There is so much to be done. We ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:9

Denomination: *other

Ruth - A ’chance’ Meeting... Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 23, 2012

Naomi fades into the backdrop and Ruth rises to the forefront of this story and a new character is introduced... but in all of the action, God is still preeminent.

TEACHING BRIEF Date Written: July 15, 2012 Date Taught: July 18, 2012 Church: OPBC (Wed Night) FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Title: A Study in the Book of Ruth Text: Ruth 1:22-2:3 NLT (read ALL passage here) Introduction: v.22 is a transitional verse... it wraps up the introduction of the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Our Primary Stewardship"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 21, 2002

A sermon on Christian stewardship.

Matthew 20:1-16 “Our Primary Stewardship” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA A young preacher had just finished seminary and had taken his first appointment in the hills of Kentucky. Wanting to be effective in his preaching ministry, he walked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: United Methodist

Stage 3: Sowing Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Nov 1, 2009

The fourth message in the "God’s Plan for Sharing" series. Sowning the seed is important.

GPS Stage 3: Sowing Galatians 6:7-10 * As a youngster I well remember moving into our new house in Purvis, MS. We had a fairly large backyard as ‘in-town’ back yards go. Every spring my dad would take about 30%-40% of the backyard, break it up with a hand driven plow, row it off, and plant a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Last Shall Be First Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 9, 2018

The world teaches that those who finish first are always declared the winner. Much emphasis is placed on our perceived position and status in life. Jesus challenged this teaching, declaring the Last shall be First.

The Last shall be First Matthew 20:16 Much of life is guided by perceived standards and expectations. We are quite familiar with these standards, being exposed to them as long as we can remember. In order to be accepted and successful, one is taught to believe they must abide by these long held ...read more

Denomination: Baptist