Sermons on Hidden Gifts:

The Purpose Of The Word Of God Series

Contributed by Dr. Thomas Norton on Jul 17, 2007

Understanding the purpose of God’s Word for Pastors and Christians

Have you felt lost and alone with little hope of understanding what you need to know and what you need to do? Where do you turn to under pressure and in distress when everything seems to be bearing down on you? We all are looking for answers on this planet with so many things that seem to be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ordinance Of Holy Communion

Contributed by Ed Warfield on Mar 1, 2008

Communion is more than a religious tradition. It is a gateway into the presence of God. It holds the promise of cleansing, healing, intimacy and fellowship.

The Ordinance of Holy Communion Intro.: Why do we celebrate communion? Is it just to remember the Lord? Does this ancient tradition have any real significance in today’s church? First shadow of communion: Gen. 14:18, And Melchizedek king of Salem brought forth bread and wine: and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:16

Denomination: Charismatic

Seeking Direction Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 17, 2022

Part of a Lenten Sermon Series on people in the gospels who seek out Jesus. This week examines the rich man who approaches Jesus "Seeking Direction."

March 16, 2022 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Mark 10:17-22 Seeking Direction Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Do you know what would have happened it had been the three wise WOMEN instead of the three wise MEN who ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Lutheran

It Takes More! Hunting Sermon ( A Call To Prayer)

Contributed by Brian B on Nov 4, 2004

God Gave me this one while I was hunting deer. At the end of the day, the sun was going down and still I had not harvested an animal? It takes more than you think to have a successfull harvest! hunting (physical harvest VS the church (Spiritual harvest)

Please take a moment to place your vote. If you have an idea for an improvement, I am very teachable. My e-Mail is pastorbrian@greenrivernazarene.com Mt 9:37 Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Mt 9:38 Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:37-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Wonderful Counselor Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 9, 2008

Many people don’t do what their doctors or counselors suggest. It’s a terrible mistake to treat Jesus in the same way. Whenever he gives advice it is for our healing. From now on we need to listen and do what our Wonderful Counselor says.

Series Introduction: Part of our Christmas celebrations involves the giving of gifts. We exchange gifts most of the time because of our love for each other. Sometimes it’s out of a sense of obligation. The gift-giving tradition looks back to the first Christmas scene when the wise men brought ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Message Of Christmas

Contributed by Christopher Martin on Feb 2, 2010

A Christmas sermon for 2009 preached the Sunday following at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Audubon, Iowa.

In the Christmas gospel, we are given a word picture of that first Nativity Scene in the stable in Bethlehem. It’s a picture that has been burned into the minds of Christians and non-Christians alike. Some of you might even have one set up in your yard or in your home. We have one set up outside ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Seeing The Unseeable

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Feb 8, 2007

Sometimes our spiritual "eyes" have to be "opened" to see the "real" situation.

SEEING THE UNSEEABLE TEXT: ll Kings 6:8-18 II Kings 6:8 18 – “Then the king of Syria warred against Israel, and took counsel with his servants, saying, In such and such a place shall be my camp.” “And the man of God sent unto the king of Israel, saying, Beware that thou pass not such a place; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:8-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

There Were Others Sent Series

Contributed by John Bright on May 24, 2022

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

"There Were Others Sent" Luke 10:1-24 A sermon for 5/15/22 – Fifth Sunday of Easter Pastor John Bright Luke 10 “17 Then the seventy returned with joy, saying, “Lord, even the demons are subject to us in Your name.” 18 And He said to them, “I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-24, John 14:15-17, 1 Corinthians 4:10-13, Acts 2:14-18

Denomination: Methodist

Judgment Seat Of Christ Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 14, 2018

Message 31 in our exposition of Revelation focusing on the judgment seat of Christ.

The Revelation of Jesus Christ “The Judgment Seat of Christ” During the 7 year tribulation on earth there are a couple events taking place in heaven. One is the Wedding of the Lamb with the church which we discussed last week. The purpose of human marriage parallels the marriage of Christ and the ...read more

Scripture: John 5:22-24

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Soup Of The Day

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Mar 29, 2003

This sermon takes a story from the old testemant and deals with different sins that tempt us and how to handel that temptation.

SOUP OF THE DAY 6/22/02 Have you been to a restaurant where the waiter tells you the soup of the day? It could be vegetable or potato (tater) or the fancier restaurants it could be broccoli or clam chowder soup. All of us have our favorites and the waiter entices us with our favorites. I have ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:29-34

Denomination: *other

Pass The Salt Please Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 15, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Matthew 5: 13 – 16

Matthew 5: 13 – 16 Pass The Salt Please 13 “You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men. 14 “You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

"What Are We Searching For?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 29, 2017

A sermon about giving all to follow Christ.

“What are We Searching For?” Matthew 13:44-46 What do you long to see and experience more than anything else in the entire world? Have you ever thought to yourself: “I would give anything for that?” If so, what was it or what is it? For instance, would you give anything to see all racial ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: United Methodist

Manna: The Heavenly Bread Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 16, 2007

The manna which fell from heaven teaches us much about the workings of our Father Who is in heaven!

Manna: The Heavenly Bread (Exodus 16:1-36, John 6:32-35, 58) 1. GREEN BAY, Wis. - Brown County Sheriff Dennis Kocken didn’t have to write himself a ticket. But he says it was the right thing to do. "As sheriff, I’m held to the highest standard in law enforcement. How can I hold officers ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:1-36

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Living A Seamless Life In Christ

Contributed by Jan Oosthuizen on Oct 7, 2017

Living a seamless life in Christ where there is no compartmentalization, cognitive dissonance, compartments, start and stop spirituality. Being salt and being light is seamless energy.

(John 19:23) Then the soldiers, when they had crucified Jesus, took His garments and made four parts, to each soldier a part, and also the tunic. Now the tunic was without seam, woven from the top in one piece. Fulfilment of (Ps 22:18) You wear a tunic as the first layer of clothing next to the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Songs We Sing: "good Good Father" Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 26, 2025

Good, Good Father helps us unlearn damaging things we have heard about God.

SONGS WE SING: ‘GOOD GOOD FATHER’ Matthew 7:9-11, and many others #GoodGoodFather SING ‘GOOD GOOD FATHER’ INTRODUCTION This morning we are continuing a sermon series called: “The Songs We Sing.” Part of worshipping God is singing. FOCUS ON “WORSHIP” I realize I am using that word… “worship”… ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ