Sermons on Heartbreaking:

Hosea’s Risky Love, Part 2

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Aug 1, 2022

In the days the past, the clarion call and mission of the black church was two-fold: it served as a beacon of hope for the lost-soul seeking grace and mercy, but it also functioned as an oasis for all issues affecting the community. BMCR is That for the United Methodist Church

Hosea 11:1-5, 9-11 11:1 When Israel was a child, I loved him, and out of Egypt I called my son. 11:2 The more I called them, the more they went from me; they kept sacrificing to the Baals, and offering incense to idols. 11:3 Yet it was I who taught Ephraim to walk, I took them up in my arms; but ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 11:1-5, Hosea 11:9-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Betrayal In The Inner Circle Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 21, 2025

Today in Psalm 55, we will explore King David's raw cry of anguish to learn how to handle the deep wound of a friend's betrayal by casting our burden upon the Lord.

Introduction: The Deepest Wound There are many kinds of wounds we suffer in this life. There is the wound of an open enemy, an expected blow that, while painful, is not surprising. But there is another kind of wound, one that cuts far deeper, that poisons the heart in a way no other can. It is ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Forgiveness, Yes Or No?

Contributed by William Meakin on Mar 9, 2024

“Yes” is defined as an affirmative response to a request, question, command, or suggestion. Alternatively, “No” is respectively described as the negative reciprocation for each.

Shannon L. Alder, a female author and physical therapist who works as an inpatient therapist at a rehabilitation hospital in California once remarked: “People that hold onto hate for so long do so because they want to avoid dealing with their pain. They falsely believe if they forgive they are ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:25, 1 John 1:9, Matthew 18:21-22, James 5:12

Transformed By Truth: Healing & Wholeness Psalm 147:3 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 14, 2024

Healing & Wholeness." This topic is not just about physical healing but encompasses spiritual and emotional restoration as well. Our foundational verse is Psalm 147:3

Transformed by Truth: Healing & Wholeness Psalm 147:3 Introduction: Today, we embark on a journey through Scripture, exploring the profound theme of "Healing & Wholeness." This topic is not just about physical healing but encompasses spiritual and emotional restoration as well. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:3, Matthew 11:28-30, James 5:14-15, Mark 5:34, 1 Peter 2:24, Isaiah 53:5, Matthew 9:22, Hebrews 11:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rash Promises

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 12, 2025

Rash vows reveal hearts that bargain in fear, but God calls us to trust His covenant grace, where Christ’s finished work—not our promises—secures victory and freedom.

Introduction – When a Vow Feels Like a Chain I once heard of a young businessman who, desperate to save his company from bankruptcy, blurted out a prayer late one night: “Lord, if You get me out of this mess, I’ll give away half of everything I own.” He never wrote it down or told anyone, but the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 11:29-40, Judges 21:25, Proverbs 18:21, Deuteronomy 12:31, Genesis 22:8, John 19:30, Psalm 51:17, Matthew 12:36, Hebrews 12:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Beyond The Basics: A Call To Spiritual Maturity

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 16, 2025

This is a sermon which contains a powerful and challenging call for every believer to grow beyond the basics of their faith.

Introduction: The Frustrated Teacher Imagine a passionate university professor, an expert in his field, who walks into his classroom, excited to teach his students the profound and complex principles of advanced calculus. He has prepared his lessons, eager to unveil the beauty and depth of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Homecoming Of All

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Oct 2, 2025

Celebrate the joy of reunion and the hope of heaven! This inspiring message points us to Christ’s promise of an eternal homecoming and challenges us to be ready with our names written in the Lamb’s Book of Life.

The Greatest Homecoming of All Text: Revelation 21:27 (KJV) And there shall in no wise enter into it any thing that defileth, neither whatsoever worketh abomination, or maketh a lie: but they which are written in the Lamb's book of life. Introduction – Earthly Homecomings Point to a Greater ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:27, John 14:2-3, Revelation 7:9

Denomination: Church Of God

When God Turns On The Light

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Oct 14, 2025

Elijah’s encounter with the widow of Zarephath shows how God uses seasons of loss and exposure to bring healing and faith. When God turns on the light, it isn’t to shame us, but to lead us to confession, forgiveness, and life.

When God Turns on the Light GM. Elijah may almost seem like a superhero when you read through some of the events in his life: He’s the prophet who calls down fire from heaven a number of times, most famously in the Battle on Mt Carmel with the Prophets of Baal. At the end of his life, he ascends ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-24

Denomination: Anglican

Whoever Serves PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 20, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' predictions and parables, his preparation for passion, and the promise of a new covenant, emphasizing our need for God's grace.

Welcome, beloved, to this sanctuary, where grace abounds and hope flourishes. This is a place where we gather, not because we are perfect, but because we need the perfect love of Christ. We are here because we are drawn by the relentless love of our Savior, a love that heals, restores, and ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33, Hebrews 5:5-10, Psalm 51:1-12, Jeremiah 31:31-34

Topics: Jesus Predicts His Death

Grace In The Scrap Heap

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

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Biblical Christianity: Growing Up Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Aug 22, 2005

This is the third of a 4 part series comparing the early church of Acts 1-5 to today. This message looks at the idea of growing up to spiritual maturity in Christ.

Biblical Christianity Pt 3 ¡V Growing Up! Hebrews 5:11-14; Ephesians 4:1-16 Over the last two weeks we have been taking a look at characteristics of the early church in Acts chapters 2-5. Here are just a few of the things that were happening in this early church as described in Acts. ƒß ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: *other

The Tie That Binds And The Lie That Blinds

Contributed by Jeffrey Kellum on Feb 25, 2004

This sermon was part of a series of sermons addressing the need to heal relationships in a local body.

INTRODUCTION: Luke 4:19, Matt 13:54-58, Mark 6:1-6 These are also the words of our Lord, preached in a synagogue in His hometown of Nazareth. I can imagine how full that synagogue must have been that day. Jesus was surrounded by His family, His childhood friends, and His new disciples. But, His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:19, Matthew 13:54-58

Denomination: Baptist

How To Lose Your Kingdom

Contributed by Phillip Frady on Sep 17, 2002

A look at the practical issues of family life from King David and Solomon, we face the real prospects of where greatness may mean the most to our legacy.

How To Lose Your Kingdom In One Generation I&II Samuel I. Get married for all the wrong reasons. I Samuel 18:19-21 II. Become more interested in pleasure than responsibility I Samuel 25:42-44 III. Become great in everything but parenting II Samuel 5;10 IV. Know the world better than you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:19-21, 2 Samuel 5:10

Denomination: Baptist

"Church Bones”

Contributed by Charles R. Swindoll on Sep 13, 2006

spiriyual death and or Spiritual suicide. No matter your spirit died GOD can Give it life again.

Biblical Text: Ezekiel 37:1-10 This is one of the most familiar texts in the Black Church. Pastors and preachers across the country have preached and re-preached from this chosen text. So there isn’t much else we can teach you on the subject of Ezekiel and the dry bones, right? WRONG. I’m sure ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God-Fearing Mother

Contributed by Jose Cabajar on May 12, 2007

God-fearing mothers are God-given blessings not only to our homes but also to our society. We cannot imagine how wicked our land would be without the presence of godly mothers in our homes.

God-fearing mothers are God-given blessings not only to our homes but also to our society. We cannot imagine how wicked our land would be without the presence of godly mothers in our homes. What an edifying sight to see a godly mother leading her children to the saving knowledge of our Lord ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Baptist