Sermons on Heavy Weight:

Spiritual Athletics

Contributed by James May on Sep 24, 2006

6 points to remember as we run this race toward Heaven.

Spiritual Athletics By Pastor Jim May Most of us have watched the Olympics on TV. We have watched as the athletes competed in all sorts of contests. Regardless of their area of competition, every athlete had to pay a high price to get to the Olympics. I know a young man who had such a dream. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Is Love

Contributed by Bobby Daniel on May 6, 2009

Sermon preached this Spring leading up to Easter morning.

What is Love? 1 John 4:9-10 Introduction: In 1 John 4 we find an incredible passage of Scripture about the love of God. The very concept of love is one of the most permeating themes in modern society. Many of us remember a song that The Beatles sang about love in the sixties. In the midst of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Aren't You God?

Contributed by Aaron Kilbourn on Sep 9, 2008

Along with the beautiful promises of God is the conditional clause of severe discipline if we break His commands and His laws.

In 1969, in Pass Christian, Mississippi, a group of people were preparing to have a "hurricane party" in the face of a storm named Camille. Were they ignorant of the dangers? Could they have been overconfident? Did they let their egos and pride influence their decision? We will never know. What ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is The Biggest Loser?

Contributed by Mark Eberly on May 12, 2008

How we treat not just our mothers but all the women in our lives has huge implications for the life of the body. We’ll examine a controversial passage to see how important it is to treat one another including the mothers, daughters, and sisters in our liv

Mother’s Day 2008 Who Is the Biggest Loser? Ephesians 5:21-33 May 11, 2008 Who is the biggest loser? There is a show where people are challenged to lose weight and the one who loses the most weight is the winner. A clever play on this phrase. On Mother’s Day, I want to think about this question ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Church Of God

True Freedom

Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 22, 2006

Uses patriotic theme to discuss spiritual freedom.

“TRUE FREEDOM” Gal. 4:28-5:1 INTRO – What is your mental picture of freedom? On this Sunday after the 4th of July, maybe the picture of our flag, “Old Glory,” flying in the wind, or the Marines on the island of Iwo Jima hoisting the flag comes to your mind. Or maybe our military personnel ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Be Careful What You Ask For

Contributed by Keith Broyles on Dec 4, 2007

We need to be careful of what we ask for. When we ask for things of this world we just might get them. But, if we place God first we will have live that are truly touched and blessed.

I remember one Sunday several years ago, just a couple of years after I went into the ministry. It had been raining non-stop for a couple of days. I was appointed, at that time, in farm country. Those folks are always praying for rain. My phone had rung all morning with people calling to tell ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:4-22, 1 Samuel 8:4-34

Denomination: Methodist

Jack Out Of The Box

Contributed by Rj Davis on Jul 6, 2010

Ever feel like a Jack in the Box? Ever feel crammed or pressured by people or problems in life? God never designed you to be stuck in a box that limits you. Discover how to escape the the box that you find yourself in.

Take a stroll down memory lane with me for brief minute. I want you to think back to your childhood and all the toys you played with as a little girl or a little boy. Maybe you had an Etch N Sketch or a Simon Says. My favorite was Lego’s. I loved building things. But there is one toy that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:40-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Released!

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Jan 25, 2010

How do you deal with guilt? People try many different ways, but only Jesus can truly cut away guilt's chains. Parts: A. From the chains of guilt. B. By forgiveness from Jesus.

Text: Luke 4:14-21 Theme: Released! A. From the chains of guilt B. By forgiveness from Jesus Season: Epiphany 3c Date: January 24, 2010 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Released_-Luke4_14-21.html Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Money And Integrity

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 2, 2013

People with no morals in life lack integrity. People only respect those who have a sound belief. Dishonesty is characteristic of those who are not concerned about consequences. A spiritual leader’s integrity will always come under scrutiny such as dedi

Money And Integrity How we go about earning our money is more important than how much we earn. Earn it in such a way that you can sleep at night. Proverbs 13:11 - Wealth gained by dishonesty will be diminished, But he who gathers by labor will increase. Deuteronomy 25:13-16 - You shall not ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:11

Denomination: Charismatic

What To Pray For This Year

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jan 6, 2013

Paul’s prayer for the Colossians teaches us how to pray for ourselves and others this year.

“What To Pray For This Year” Colossians 1:9-14 Today is the first Sunday of a New Year! Perhaps you made a New Years resolution. Many of us do. Here is some interesting information about New Years resolutions from thee University of Scranton. Journal of Clinical Psychology, (Published: ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14, Philippians 3:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Wrestling Sermon

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Jan 23, 2013

To share with the listener how the sport of wrestling is much like our Christian life.

Wrestling prepares a person to compete in the game of life. The wrestler is the one athlete that must meet their opponent and do battle completely on their own. No one can substitute and time outs are not possible. You have no one to check, screen, and block or assist you in anyway; there is no one ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1, Proverbs 27:17, James 1:2-3

Denomination: Other

Cast Your Burdens On The Lord

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 3, 2015

To show that JESUS CHRIST was designed to carry all our burdens, cares and anxieties and we are designed to constantly pray.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you worry? No, if I have a tiny worry, I cast or throw it all to the LORD JESUS. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that JESUS CHRIST was designed to carry all our burdens, cares and anxieties and we are designed to constantly pray. IV. TEXT: Psalms ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Enemy Hates Hupomone

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Dec 27, 2019

The one thing Satan does not want is a Christian who is willing to stand on the Word of God regardless of the cost.

The message this morning is “The enemy hates Hupomone.” Well, Bro. Barry, what is Hupomone? Hupomone is what we see in the life of Jesus. Hupomone is what we see in the life of the Apostle Paul. Hupomone is what we see in all those who say they are disciples of Jesus. In the Bible, Hupomone is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:8, Luke 8:11, Luke 8:15, Romans 4:18-21, Romans 5:1-4, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-8, Hebrews 10:35-36, Hebrews 12:1-2, James 1:1-4, Revelation 1:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Moving On Up

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 10, 2025

Faith is a lifelong journey shaped by grace, renewed through truth, and lifted daily by seeing God more clearly in Christ.

Matthew 16 : 24-27 (ESV) “Then Jesus told his disciples, ‘If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.’” --- The Christian life is never static. It ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Cost Of The Cross

Contributed by Gary Holt on Apr 12, 2025

This is the account of the crucifixion. It speaks to the sacrifice Jesus made for sinners.

“The Cross and the Cost” Matthew 27:32–50 * credit Jeff Strite sermon and Chatgpt One person commented: “Cut the Bible anywhere and it will bleed.” Our old hymns echo this truth, as they sing lovingly of the blood of Jesus: ­ “There is a fountain filled with blood” ­ “Nothing but the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:32-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ