Sermons on Holidays:

"Out With The Old- In With The New.” (New Year Sermon)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 23, 2022

New year’s is always an exciting time of the year.

WHY IS IT SO EXCITING FOR US? It is exciting for two reasons: (1) By nature it is always exciting when we get something new. It is exciting to get… • A new car • A new suit of clothing • A new home • A new child or grandchild But it is also exciting as we anticipate entering a NEW YEAR. WHAT ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Day Of Pentecost

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Oct 1, 2020

The word Pentecost comes from the Greek Πεντηκοστή (Pentēkostē) meaning ”fiftieth". It refers to the festival celebrated on the fiftieth day after Passover, also known as the "Feast of Weeks" and the "Feast of 50 days".

The Day Of Pentecost What is Pentecost? The word Pentecost comes from the Greek ?e?t???st? (Pentekoste) meaning ”fiftieth". It refers to the festival celebrated on the fiftieth day after Passover, also known as the "Feast of Weeks" and the "Feast of 50 days". If you go ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:2, Acts 2:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"defeating Depression" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Oct 28, 2020

Distance runners like those who run marathons often experience what is called hitting the wall. When they get to about mile 20 of the 26 mile run their energy begins to run out and they begin to think, will I actually make it to the finish line?

DEFEATING THE HOLIDAY BLUES “Defeating Depression” 1st Kings 19 Distance runners like those who run marathons often experience what is called hitting the wall. When they get to about mile 20 of the 26 mile run their energy begins to run out and they begin to think, will I actually make it to the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Reason To Be Thankful

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 9, 2016

Writing the Romans, Paul speaks of his gratitude for them, giving some surprising reasons for being thankful.

“First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for all of you, because your faith is proclaimed in all the world. For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of his Son, that without ceasing I mention you always in my prayers, asking that somehow by God’s will I may ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

"Thanksgiving" Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 11, 2010

The Apostle Paul declaration of Thanksgiving to the readers of Ephesus.

Ephesians 1:15-16 “That is why since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all God’s people, I have not stopped giving thanks to God for you. I always remember you in my prayers,” (NCV) Paul comes to the end of this magnificent eulogy vs. 3-14 and launches ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

Veteran's Day

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 12, 2012

Veteran's Day sermon

Veteran’s Day 2012 - 2 Samuel 23 Take your bibles this morning and turn with me to the book of 2 Samuel, chapter 23. As a boy, I loved watching war movies -- whether it was John Wayne or Battle of the Bulge or the Dirty Dozen or one of my favorites, The Great Escape. A generation before ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:8-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From Good Sense To Turkey Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Nov 14, 2012

Seven blessings that will lead to thankful heart

From Good Sense to Turkey Show the video “The First Thanksgiving” Poor Larry! However, I found some interesting facts about turkeys this week. Not only are do turkeys meet their fate by the axe, but they have been known to have heart attacks. When the Air Force was conducting test ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:15-18

Denomination: Foursquare

The Blessing Of God's Kingdom Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 16, 2012

WE have a lot to be thankful for. In an unstable world, we are part of an unshakable kingdom!

INTRODUCTION • VIDEO PC- Forgot Something Video • SLIDE #1 • It is so easy to forget about the simple things isn’t it? It is easy to get distracted to the point that we can miss some of the awesome moments of life. • When you take time to sit back and reflect upon ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:28-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

One In Ten

Contributed by Amy Bickel on Nov 18, 2012

The one who shows gratitude to God is the one who benefits the most.

ONE IN TEN Luke 17:11-19 This Thursday is Thanksgiving, a national holiday set aside for the specific purpose of giving thanks to God for all that He has done ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

A Grateful Heart

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Nov 19, 2012

We must be intentional in our thanks to God and others.

A Grateful Heart November 18, 2012 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must be intentional in our thanks to God and others. Focus Passage: Luke 17:11-18 Supplemental Passage: Psalm 100 Introduction: Make personal remarks about Thanksgiving past and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

Understand That Halloween Is Real Before You Regret It. Series

Contributed by Eduardo Quintana on Oct 16, 2021

“Shock” is the only word to describe what I found. Halloween is a real, sacred day for those who follow Wicca. In fact, it is one of two high and holy days for them.

I intended this series to be a simple but direct two part series. Nevertheless, just before reaching a conclusion on the subject, I was struck with the thought that I ought to further my search and find out what Wicca, the official religion of witchcraft, has to say about Halloween. Perhaps they ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:21-22, Romans 13:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Memorial Day - How Many Have We Lost In The Usa? More Than A Million.

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on May 17, 2024

NASB

War has been around since Genesis 14. Three years after the Civil War ended, on May 5, 1868, the head of an organization of Union veterans — the Grand Army of the Republic — established "it" as a time for the nation to decorate the graves of the war dead with flowers. Maj. Gen. John A. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:1

Denomination: Vineyard

Memorial Day 2024

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jun 2, 2024

Remembering the people we are called to honor. Includes honoring fallen military, law enforcement, and Christian Martyrs.

Memorial Day 2024 Please open your Bibles to Romans chapter 13, Romans chapter 13. We will be there in just a couple of minutes. Romans chapter 13. We live in a world with evil men. It is bad enough on the personal level, but it is devastating when evil men like Adolf Hitler, Tojo, or Vladimir ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Emblem Of Hope Memorial Day

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 21, 2025

The statue of liberty is a beacon of hope to some people, but the cross is the statue of Hope to all people.

The Emblem of Hope Romans 5:8 1. How did we get the Statue of Liberty? It Is the emblem of Hope to people • The Statue of Liberty was a gift from France to the United States, intended as a symbol • of the enduring friendship between the two nations, particularly during the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8

Denomination: Methodist

Decorations For My Heart

Contributed by Jennifer Mathews on Dec 28, 2004

This sermon demonstrates the power of the Holy Spirit to liberate Christians from Satan’s lie that Christmas is merely a commercial holiday.

Decorations For My Heart By Rev. Jennifer Mathews This holy season has been one of great joy for me, because this year I got Christmas for Christmas! Perhaps you are wondering, "What does she mean, Christmas for Christmas?" You see, I have not truly celebrated Christian holidays ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 10:3-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational