Sermons on His Workmanship:

Jesus Is "i Am” - God's Personal Name

Contributed by Graham Kettle on Feb 26, 2024

In Jewish culture, you know everything about a person from his/her name. What better way to get to know God than to look at His name? In the Old Testament, God revealed Himself to Moses by His personal name, which is “I am.”

JESUS IS “I AM” – GOD’S PERSONAL NAME 1. INTRODUCTION In Jewish culture, you know everything about a person from his/her name. What better way to get to know God than to look at His name? In the Old Testament, God revealed Himself to Moses by His personal name, which is “I am.” Exodus 3:13-15 ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:13-15

Denomination: Church Of God

Bearable Burdens

Contributed by Joe Dan Vendelin on Jun 15, 2024

God gives us "bearable burdens" so that we can grow in his matchless grace. His grace is perfected in weakness as we walk out the burdens He has given us to carry, just as Paul did with his thorn of the flesh.

1 Corinthians 10:13 says, “No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.” (ESV) Have you ever been in a situation ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Matthew 11:28-30, Hebrews 12:2, James 1:8  (view more)  (view less)

The Restoration Of Israel – Jeremiah – Part 4 – Chapter 31 (Part A) – Israel: Loved With Everlasting Love Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 10, 2025

The promise of Israel’s restoration, but the basis of it is everlasting love, for without it, God would have done away with Israel long ago, but His love is from generation to generation. His kindness to the nation has drawn them in love into His tenderness and great glory.

THE RESTORATION OF ISRAEL – JEREMIAH – PART 4 – Chapter 31 (Part A) – ISRAEL: LOVED WITH EVERLASTING LOVE CHAPTER 31. We come to the most important chapter in Jeremiah for restoration and as this is larger than the others, (33 is also). I will break it into sections and deal with them one by ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:1-6, Hosea 2:23, Matthew 24:16-21, Jeremiah 31:7-9, Jeremiah 31:10-14, Isaiah 60:5, Psalm 34:5, Hosea 11:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Spirit Of Humility Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 20, 2024

A study of the Beatitudes. Jesus begins His sermon on the mount answering the question: "What will it take to make you happy?" His answer, however, is far different from the way most people will answer. In fact, his answers appear to bring sorrow, not happiness.

PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS: SPIRIT OF HUMILITY A. Ecclesiastes 2:1 (READ). (Good News Translation: “I decided to enjoy myself and find out what HAPPINESS is…”) 1. What will it take to make you happy? a. That’s the question Psychology Today asked 52,000 Americans. COMMENT: And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Broken Heart Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 20, 2024

A study of the Beatitudes. Jesus begins His sermon on the mount answering the question: "What will it take to make you happy?" His answer, however, is far different from the way most people will answer. In fact, his answers appear to bring sorrow, not happiness.

PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS: A BROKEN HEART A. Many people believe that HAPPINESS is produced by EXTERNAL CIRCUMSTANCES or SITUATIONS. 1. The world buys into the “WHEN AND THEN” philosophy: “When I get this...” or “When that changes...” or “When this happens” “. . . THEN I'll be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Restrained Power Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 20, 2024

A study of the Beatitudes. Jesus begins His sermon on the mount answering the question: "What will it take to make you happy?" His answer, however, is far different from the way most people will answer. In fact, his answers appear to bring sorrow, not happiness.

PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS: RESTRAINED POWER A. Walk up to a group of BOYS playing basketball or baseball and ask what quality each of them would like to possess, and you’ll get answers like: “To run fast.” “To jump high.” “To be strong.” 1. Not a single one of them would answer, “I’d like ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Insatiable Craving Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 20, 2024

A study of the Beatitudes. Jesus begins His sermon on the mount answering the question: "What will it take to make you happy?" His answer, however, is far different from the way most people will answer. In fact, his answers appear to bring sorrow, not happiness.

PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS: INSATIABLE CRAVING ILLUSTRATION: Can you believe that next year will mark 20-years since Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans? We all saw the news stories—the DESTRUCTION, the DEATH TOLL, the HUMAN AGONY and MISERY. Hurricane Katrina is the COSTLIEST natural ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Showing Mercy Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 20, 2024

A study of the Beatitudes. Jesus begins His sermon on the mount answering the question: "What will it take to make you happy?" His answer, however, is far different from the way most people will answer. In fact, his answers appear to bring sorrow, not happiness.

PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS: SHOWING MERCY A. Mercy is a quality that is so needed today. COMMENT: We live in a WORLD where it’s so easy to become CALLUSED and INDIFFERENT. We are bombarded daily with news of TRAGEDIES, VIOLENCE, and SUFFERING PEOPLE. Living SANELY in such a WORLD often necessitates ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Real Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 20, 2024

A study of the Beatitudes. Jesus begins His sermon on the mount answering the question: "What will it take to make you happy?" His answer, however, is far different from the way most people will answer. In fact, his answers appear to bring sorrow, not happiness.

PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS: BE REAL A. What is the REAL YOU, like? 1. I believe there are times when we HIDE behind MASKS and FACADES and not allow our “TRUE- SELVES” to come out. ILLUSTRATION: When Karen Morse of Henniker, New Hampshire was about to GRADUATE from high school, she revealed a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Becoming Peacemakers Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 20, 2024

A study of the Beatitudes. Jesus begins His sermon on the mount answering the question: "What will it take to make you happy?" His answer, however, is far different from the way most people will answer. In fact, his answers appear to bring sorrow, not happiness.

PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS: BECOMING PEACEMAKERS A. Today we are studying the seventh Beatitude in our series, BECOMING PEACEMAKERS. ILLUSTRATION: There was a man being held by BANK ROBBERS who, as he was HIKING deep into the woods, stumbled onto an OLD CABIN and found the MONEY they had STOLEN ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Harassed For Jesus Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 20, 2024

A study of the Beatitudes. Jesus begins His sermon on the mount answering the question: "What will it take to make you happy?" His answer, however, is far different from the way most people will answer. In fact, his answers appear to bring sorrow, not happiness.

PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS: HARASSED FOR JESUS ILLUSTRATION: In His book, Lords of the Earth, Don Richardson, author of PEACE CHILD, tells the story of Stanley Dale, a MISSIONARY to the Yali Tribe deep in the Irian Jaya JUNGLE of Indonesia in 1968. The Yali, being HEADHUNTERS and CANNIBALS, were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:10-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God’s Dwelling Place

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 15, 2025

In a world constantly seeking a place to belong, to feel safe, and to be loved, the scriptures come as a refreshing reminder that God has chosen us to be His dwelling place. His desire has been consistently clear: to dwell among His people, not in buildings made by human hands.

OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Story of John Wesley’s dream of first going to hell and then heaven and realizing only Christians were in heaven and not the denominations. Only when God dwells in us, we have eternity with Him. INTRODUCTION: In a world constantly seeking a place to belong, to feel safe, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The King Revealed: Entering By The Right Gate, Following The True Shepherd Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 9, 2026

Every kingdom is defined by its king. His character shapes the culture, his authority determines the boundaries, and his word decides who belongs. In Matthew 7, Jesus is not whispering gentle advice—He is revealing Himself as King. Not a life coach. Not a moral philosopher. The King.

The King Revealed: Entering by the Right Gate, Following the True Shepherd Introduction: When the King Steps Forward Every kingdom is defined by its king. His character shapes the culture, his authority determines the boundaries, and his word decides who belongs. In Matthew 7, Jesus is not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-23, John 10:9, Acts 4:12, Galatians 5:22-23, Matthew 16:24, John 14:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Revelation Chapter 10 And An Examination Of The Rainbow Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 9, 2022

The rainbow is a special symbol of God as it surrounds His throne. Also it confirmed the covenant with Noah. Chapter 10 of Revelation is Christ revealed, and this message looks at the rainbow, the glory of Christ and the way the rainbow has become perverted.

REVELATION CHAPTER 10 AND AN EXAMINATION OF THE RAINBOW THE PERSON OF REVELATION 10:1 {{Revelation 10:1 “I saw another strong angel coming down out of heaven, clothed with a cloud, and the rainbow was upon his head, and his face was like the sun, and his feet like pillars of fire,”}} This ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 10:1, Revelation 7:2, Acts 1:9, Matthew 24:29-30, Revelation 1:16, Acts 26:13, Daniel 10:5-6, Revelation 4:3, Genesis 9:11-15, John 1:9, John 1:4, Ezekiel 1:27-28, Revelation 10:2-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How God Created The World

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 5, 2001

God’s creation is a demonstration of His great power, wisdom and orderliness. The Lord made everything according to His perfect timing. When we study how God created the world in six days we get a glimpse of His marvelous character. Everyone is to give gl

Unit 1 – Beginnings – The Creation of the World Lesson 1 – Before the Beginning: How the World Was Made – Genesis 1:1-25 For the Teacher’s Preparation 1. Aim – To lead the people to an understanding of God made the world in six days 2. Explanation of the Aim: - The Bible always assumes that God ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational