Sermons on Harvest Is Plentiful:

Share The Fields

Contributed by Chris Hughes on Aug 13, 2004

story of Ruth reminds us: The Christian dream is not a house with a 2 car garage, the dream of America is to share the fields of plenty with all who come.

Share The Fields Now there was a wealthy and influential man in Bethlehem named Boaz, who was a relative of Naomi’s husband, Elimelech. 2One day Ruth said to Naomi, "Let me go out into the fields to gather leftover grain behind anyone who will let me do it.” And Naomi said, "All right, my daughter, ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

The Testimony Of A Fool!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 23, 2010

The testimony of a fool! (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: chapter 12 verses Ill: This week I read a little prayer that someone prayed… • “Now I lay me down to sleep, I pray my house, my home to keep. • I pray my stocks are on the rise, and that my analyst is wise. • That all the wine I sip is white, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Brethren

The Preparation Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Nov 29, 2007

Part 2 of a 6 week series on sharing faith. This is the power of our evangelistic effort-prayer.

OUT OF THE SALTSHAKER AND INTO THE WORLD Part Two—The Preparation of Prayer Mark 4:3-8, 13-20, 26-29 Sunday, July 29, 2007 Pastor Brian Matherlee In preparation for a meeting in a large city, famed evangelist Billy Sunday wrote a letter to the mayor and asked for the name of individuals he knew ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:3-29

Denomination: Wesleyan

Sole Food Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 10, 2013

Our purpose in life is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever. Jesus shows the way to glorify the Father, His sole food was the joy which comes from fruitful witness

Introduction Last Week we talked about the proper way to worship God. We learned the proper way to worship the Father was the way the Father directs us. This worship is not in a particular place, whether man made temples or nature. God’s temple is made in the heart of the believer by God ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-42

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Great Commission

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Dec 27, 2008

An encouragement and challenge to believers to fulfill Christ’s Great Commission, the third greatest commandment, fighting this fight to win it, by faith and in His power!

Mt.28:18-20: Then Jesus came to them and said, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Great Commision - Discussion

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Nov 21, 2009

This "Crush Fear Summer Project" lesson covers some of the same notes as the other Great Commission notes posted on this site but is more of a group lesson and discussion designed around training college students to win this world for Christ.

Crush Fear #2 The Great Commission Mt.28:18-20: Then Jesus came to them and said, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Greetings!

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Sep 13, 2020

Paul and others included greetings in their letters. What's the significance of that and is that something I need to be focused on? Let's find out.

GREETINGS! In my Church Leaders newsletter Thursday, they had an article about suicide prevention because it was world suicide prevention day. It covered a variety of subjects pertaining to suicide but it also highlighted that it was on the rise during COVID. This is understandable, with all the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:3-16, Romans 16:21-23, 2 Thessalonians 3:17, Hebrews 13:23-25, Matthew 5:46-47, Luke 10:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pew-Sitters

Contributed by Mike Hamilton on Mar 27, 2003

Pew-Sitters are those who come to church, but all they do is SIT and SOAK -- soaking in the goodness of God’s word and the goodness of fellowship. But when it comes to their KINGDOM BUILDING responsibility, their attitude is one of neglect and disregard.

“Pew Sitters” Ezekiel 34:1-22 Introduction: I want to begin today by quoting the old Gospel Evangelist, Sam Jones. He used to get in the pulpit and tell his congregation that he was running a Gospel Shoe Establishment. That is, he just laid the shoes out there and told the people, “if the shoe ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 34:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

God Encounters: Gideon Series

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Jul 3, 2004

This is about Gideon’s God encounter.

Have you ever felt inadequate for the task at hand? When I was a kid, a professional carpenter helped us re-roof our house. I took ten swings of the hammer to the nail in, but he only took two. Once my boss asked me to take a look at her care engine. Then there was the time that our kids were ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-27

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Role Of Training And Mentorship In Ministry

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 7, 2025

No one rises in ministry alone. Behind every successful minister is a process of training and a chain of mentorship that has contributed to their maturity and effectiveness.

THE ROLE OF TRAINING AND MENTORSHIP IN MINISTRY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 2:2 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 27:17, Exodus 18:17-24, Acts 11:25-26, Titus 2:1-8 INTRODUCTION: The call to ministry is not a call to isolation but to a journey of growth, learning, and impartation. God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:2, Proverbs 27:17, Exodus 18:17-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Rewards

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 13, 2025

Jesus is a faithful Rewarder. He does not overlook the faith, obedience, service, perseverance, and soul-winning efforts of His people. While we may sometimes feel that our work is unnoticed, we must remember that God sees everything and will reward us accordingly.

JESUS REWARDS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "And behold, I am coming quickly, and My reward is with Me, to give to every one according to his work." – Revelation 22:12 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 11:6, Matthew 6:4, Colossians 3:23-24, 1 Corinthians 3:8, 2 Timothy ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Witness And Prayer

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Jul 10, 2023

Prayer is essential to witnessing. Only God can change other people's hearts. Only God can give us the strength and courage we need.

This was a fairly short talk in the context of a family service Back in March I got an email through our church website. It was from an American called Tagg Wolverton. He works for the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. Tagg Wolverton explained that Billy Graham’s son Franklin would be ...read more

Scripture: John 1:41, Acts 1:14, Ezekiel 37:1-10, Matthew 9:37-38

Denomination: Baptist

How Does God Warn The Disobedient? (Rom. 11:1-10)

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 29, 2001

How Does God Warn the Disobedient? (Rom. 11:1-10)

How Does God Warn the Disobedient? (Rom. 11:1-10) People often insist that they should be given adequate warning before they are expected to behave in a certain way. Illustration: When I was a child I would protest vigorously if I was not given fair warning before receiving punishment. For ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Some Fail To Finish Well

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 9, 2003

Many Americans who are poor at finishing their tasks are depressed and suffering in silence. The Land of Plenty seems to live up to its name when it comes to mental illness. New research indicates that like many other nations, the U.S. has plenty of menta

Why Some Fail to Finish Well 2 Tim. 4:7,8 - "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness which the Lord the righteous Judge will award to me and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's Time To Get Saved

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 7, 2003

The harvest is past, the summer is ended, and we are not saved.

“IT’S TIME TO GET SAVED” By: Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 12:35-50 Some folks think they are good really good people. Let’s suppose that a person only sins 3 times a day. A sin in the morning, a sin during the day and a sin at night. Sounds like a pretty good ...read more

Scripture: John 12:35-50