Sermons on Helpless:

Salvation On Philemon Series

Contributed by Jackie Barker on Feb 27, 2013

Unpacking Paul's role in Philemon as well as the underlying meaning in the text

Good Evening. Whenever I preach a sermon – a fair amount of the time I spend on it – is spent looking for illustrations to help explain and convey a meaning or a concept a bit better – a story that would 'bring it home' as such. Tonight however – our reading is the ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Weapon Of Prayer

Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 2, 2002

The vital place of prayer in spiritual warfare.

READ: Ephesians 6:10-20 (Text: v18) Ephesians chapters 4-6 are all about “Spiritual Warfare”. It seems unfortunate to me that these days, because of the influence of popular books and seminars on the subject of “Spiritual Warfare”, the term has become loaded with a fairly narrow meaning. I know ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Finding Joy In A Storm Tossed World Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Nov 8, 2004

How to find joy in the midst of difficulties

FINDING JOY IN A STORM-TORN WORLD This past Thursday, I had the opportunity to ride with 2 deputies in the Oviedo area. That night, I rode with a deputy as he patrolled his area and one of the things we did was drive around behind many of the stores and shopping centers to make sure there were no ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Purpose Driven Strength - Purpose Driven Life Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 22, 2004

Paul rejoiced in his weaknesses and hardships and difficulties... was he crazy? No, he had learned the source of strength in his weakness.

OPEN: Years ago, the story was told of a Sunday School teacher who – on the Sunday before Thanksgiving - was encouraging the children in her class to share things they were grateful for. A little boy was asked what he was thankful for, and he thought for a moment. Then the boy went through a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Are You Full Of?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Dec 14, 2004

Just as Mary and Joseph were full of grace, so must we be.

When Jonathon and Daniel were younger, I used to say to them, “You’re full of blarney!” To which they would respond, “BJ!” as they thought I said that they were “full of Barney the dinosaur” because BJ is Barney’s friend. “You’re full of it” is an expression we use either in teasing or in all ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Church Of God

Love In Advent

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 12, 2004

This sermon is about God’s love as expressed in the incarnation.

Love in Advent 1 Corinthians 1:24-25 Sermon for Advent IV - Love in Advent - By Rev. Matthew Parker - December 21, 2003 An unusual survey was done a few years ago, Participants in the survey were asked this question.......what 3 word sentence would you most like to hear or have said ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-29, Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lonely? Find A Friend In Jesus!

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jan 13, 2004

For anyone who has ever felt lonely, Jesus offers His friendship; a friendship based on: Sacrifice, Submission, Salvation, and Service.

If this sermon is helpful to you look for my latest book, “The Greatest Commands: Learning To Love Like Jesus.” Each chapter is sermon length, alliterated, and focuses on the life and love of Jesus. You can find it here: www.amazon.com/gp/product/1606471120 Lonely? Find A Friend In Jesus! Scott ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-17

Denomination: Christian Church

Parable Of The Talents

Contributed by Jason Cole on Feb 23, 2004

An examination of a parable that Jesus told of the talents. So often we do not use what God has given us for his glory. We must put to use our gifts

Introduction: Martha Berry was a lady with a vision to help children. She began a school for poor children. She had no books, no building and no money. But she had a dream. She went to Henry Ford to ask for a donation. Mr. Ford reached into his pocket gave Martha Berry a dime. Most people would ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30, Matthew 25:15-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Christ Is Our Mediator

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 19, 2003

PENTECOST 14(C) - Jesus Christ is our Mediator not from Mount Sinai but from Mount Zion.

CHRIST IS OUR MEDIATOR Hebrews 12:18-24 - Sept. 14, 2003 HEBREWS 12:18-24 18You have not come to a mountain that can be touched and that is burning with fire; to darkness, gloom and storm; 19to a trumpet blast or to such a voice speaking words that those who heard it begged ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:18-24

Denomination: Lutheran

In The Hand Of The Potter

Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on Jun 22, 2003

Clay in the Master’s hand

Let us Pray Welcome.... Our theme this year is "Stepping Out By Faith," and I would like to remind each one that there are things right now that we cannot see, but by faith we can hope for it. There are things right now we might not fully understand, but by faith we can continue to believe God. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

The Ministry Of Comfort

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on May 17, 2001

Paul shares with the Corinthian believers the blessing he has known from the God of all Comfort, telling them that the Triune God is its Source and Supply, and having received it we should be Sharing it with others.

THE MINISTRY OF COMFORT One of the hal1marks of a true Christian is that he or she can praise God even in times of adversity. This is illustrated no better than in the life of the Apostle Paul. It’s a keynote of his second letter to the church at Corinth. In the opening verses he delivers a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

The God Of The Plague

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 13, 2020

Where do we find God in the midst of virus and death? Right in the middle of it.

3.15.20 Habakkuk 3:5-6 Where is God in the midst of the plague? Habakkuk 3 says, 5? Contagious disease goes ahead of him, and plague follows after him. 6? He stands up and shakes? the earth. He looks, and the nations jump in fright. The ancient mountains are shattered. The age-old hills ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:5-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Fatalism Or Faith Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 20, 2021

America is Christian in its thinking in that we are a nation that says folly does not need to be repeated. We can learn from our mistakes and go on to change the future for the better and prevent tragedies that otherwise would be inevitable.

A young man driving through the rich part of the city could not believe his eyes when he saw a sign on a Mercedes Benz that said, "For Sale $100.00. He pulled into the driveway and went to the door, and he asked if the sign was correct. The woman assured him that it was. He asked, "Is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Easter - Reason For Celebration

Contributed by Melvin Newland on May 4, 2015

They were filled with joy! They were celebrating His resurrection! And this morning I want us to celebrate, too – to celebrate His victory over 2 terrible foes.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK A. Today is Easter Sunday, & all over the world people are gathering in celebration of the resurrection of Jesus. We are a part of that celebration! Our Scripture text this morning is Matthew 28:1-10, & once again you have a choice. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10, 1 Corinthians 15:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Key To Freedom

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 12, 2021

The more you read of the history of our nation the more you realize the heroes of our history were not gods come down to earth, but they were weak and fallible men. It was their dependence upon God that enabled them to declare their independence from tyranny.

The story I am about to tell is fiction, but it is funny and it has a point. After 38 years of marriage I thought I knew everything about Lavonne. But I discovered something new when we got back from our trip to Washington. I was putting things away and I was pushing something under her side of ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-6