Sermons on Hired Hand:

Spiritual Anatomy

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 10, 2025

There is a space in Christ’s body that only you can fill. Some part of his hand, his eye, or his heart is missing when you are not there

A couple of weeks ago, I used the image of a jigsaw puzzle to illustrate that the gift of God takes some assembling before it starts to take shape in our lives. That is why you were given a piece of a jigsaw puzzle on the way in to the sanctuary this morning. The gift of God’s spirit comes in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:14-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

6 Who Do You Say I Am? Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Nov 7, 2025

In a world full of opinions about Jesus, we’re invited to respond personally — not with borrowed beliefs or second-hand faith, but with a heart that truly knows Him.

Introduction – The Question that Changes Everything (Visual: Hold up a blank name badge or write “Hello, my name is _______.”) We use name badges to help people know who we are. Sometimes we do so in a new group, a workplace, or at church. It saves that awkward, “I’ve met you before but can’t ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-30

Living For The Praise Of God's Glory

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 17, 2025

Logically, fortresses would be built on high rocky ground—hills or mountains. Having such areas was the best way to be rescued from the hands of the wicked when they attack.

Friday of the Third Week of Advent 2025 The Gospel we heard today is such a striking story, with angel, disbelieving Jewish priest, aged couple getting pregnant and the connection to Jesus and Mary dominating the narrative, that we might ignore other parts of the Scripture. So let’s just mention ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:2-7, Judges 13:24-25, Psalm 71:3-6, Psalm 71:16-17, Hebrews 10:37, 1 Peter 3:15, Luke 1:5-25, Ephesians 1:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Tale Of Two Sons Series

Contributed by Joe Tilton on Sep 18, 2013

The story begins with, "A man had two sons." However, we call it the Prodigal Son. What about the other brother. This family dynamic is not foreign to behavior today.

Sermon, The Layman’s View September 22, 2013 Tale of Two Sons An Educational Psychologist was on a flight to Florida and was happy to have the time to prepare notes for one of the parent-education seminars she was leading. The elderly woman sitting next to her explained that she was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: *other

Freed From The Power Of Death Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 25, 2012

1) Life (Acts 2:22), 2) Death (Acts 2:23), 3) Resurrection (Acts 2:24–32), and 4) Exaltation (Acts 2:33–36) of Jesus which Freed believers from the Power of Death.

Norwegian mass killer Anders Behring Breivik was jailed for a maximum term on Friday when judges declared him sane enough to answer for the murder of 77 people last year. The killings shook the nation of five million which had prided itself as a safe haven from much of the world’s troubles. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:22-36

Denomination: Other

Only A Boy Named David

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Sep 12, 2008

This youth targeted sermon about David and Goliath reinforces the text in 1 Tim. 4:12 where Paul urges Timothy not to allow anyone to dispise his youth but for him to be an example to others.

Only a Boy named David I Samuel 16-17 CHCC: August 31, 2008 INTRODUCTION: Wasn’t it great having our Youth lead worship today? These kids are a good example of what Paul was talking about in Timothy 4:12 "Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

House Rules Series

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Mar 28, 2010

Like most of you, I could do without picking up my socks, mowing the lawn or setting the table for dinner. But you know why I do it (and for the most part) don’t have to be told to do it? I love my wife! I love being able to help her and that’s what gives

House Rules Text: Selected passages House rules – the blessing and curse of daily life. Pick up your socks. Brush your teeth. Mow the lawn. Take out the garbage. Set the table. Walk the dog. “Seriously Dale, you’re worst than the girls” laments my weary lady! God has ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-12

Denomination: Salvation Army

Serving In The Church Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Nov 11, 2022

The church is at its best when we are all following our calling.

SERVING IN THE CHURCH Text: Acts 6:1-7 Introduction 1. Illustration: C. Peter Wagner states in his book Your Spiritual Gifts on page 19: "Martin Luther permanently changed Christendom when he rediscovered the priesthood of all believers. Still, Lutheranism retained much of the clericalism of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

A Mother's Request

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on May 12, 2025

Today, we are going to look at the mother of James and John, those two who were in the inner circle among the followers of Jesus. Their mother was a mom and like any other mom. She was looking after the best interest of her children. All she really wanted was for her kids to do good.

Alba 5-11-2025 A MOTHER'S REQUEST Matthew 20:20-28 A little boy was talking with the girl next door. “I wonder what my mom would like for Mother’s Day.” The girl answered, “Well, you could promise to keep your room clean and orderly. You could go to bed as soon as you’re told. You could brush ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Practising Serving Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 25, 2017

The model that is frequently brought into the church is provided by this world. That model drives the disciple to step on others in order to advance himself. The model Jesus provides, though often neglected, is quite different; it teaches us to serve.

“A dispute also arose among them, as to which of them was to be regarded as the greatest. And he said to them, ‘The kings of the Gentiles exercise lordship over them, and those in authority over them are called benefactors. But not so with you. Rather, let the greatest among you become as the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

Marks Of The True Church: Mission Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 24, 2024

Jesus was sent on mission by the Father. In like manner, the Son of God sends His disciples on mission. And He ensures we will succeed in this mission by giving us His Spirit.

“As you sent me into the world, so I have sent them into the world. And for their sake I consecrate myself, that they also may be sanctified in truth.” “Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them ...read more

Scripture: John 17:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

Touched By An Angel

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Feb 26, 2002

A look at the different angels present at the first Christmas

Touched by an Angel Angels. What would Christmas be without angels? They are an integral part of Christmas, if we didn’t have angels what would we put on the top of our trees? And what would the little ones dress up as in the Christmas play; you only need so many shepherds. The Christmas story ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

Jesus "i Am" The Good Shepherd! Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 25, 2021

: Jesus is the Good Shepherd because he laid down his life to save the sheep. He lead’s the sheep to safety, security, pasture and the good life but not to slaughter or harm. Jesus guards, encourages, supports and protects His sheep because He loves them.

I am playing these videos to get your mindset focused on Shepherding – agriculture lifestyles – a common sight in the time and teaching of Jesus – not so much today – as a matter of fact you would be hard pressed to find many sheep farms in this area of Illinois! Opening Video Transition (2 ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-42, John 10:11, John 10:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Eucatastrophe Of The Evangelium

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 18, 2022

God has brought life out of death, delivering us from darkness into light through the death and resurrection of Jesus, the Son of God.

LUKE 2:22-35 THE EUCATASTROPHE OF THE EVANGELIUM “When the time came for [the ceremonial] purification according to the Law of Moses, [Joseph and Mary] brought [Jesus] up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord (as it is written in the Law of the Lord, ‘Every male who first opens the womb shall be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-35

Denomination: Baptist

Building Hedges Of Spiritual Protection

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 28, 2012

Hedges in biblical times were special barriers/fences placed around grape vineyards.They served many purposes (Keep out insects, bugs, rodents, birds, or thieves from coming in and stealing the harvest).Spiritually, a hedge is God’s wall of protection pro

Building Hedges of Spiritual Protection A Hedges in biblical times were special barriers/fences placed around grape vineyards. 1 They served many purposes (Keep out insects, bugs, rodents, birds, or thieves from coming in and stealing the harvest). a Ezekiel 13.5 “ You have not gone up ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 13:5

Denomination: Baptist