Sermons on Honest:

Living Sacrifices

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 16, 2023

How can we apply the sacrificial laws in the Spirit to Christian worship? Let's find out in Romans 12.

How do we apply the spirit of the sacrificial laws to Christian worship? Therefore I urge you, brothers and sisters, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living and holy sacrifice, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service of worship. (Romans 12:1 NASB) Have worldly values ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Water, Life And Divine Forgiveness Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 9, 2023

Jesus was on earth to forgive our sins and raise us to divine status.

Third Sunday of Lent 2023 Take a moment as we settle down from a very long Gospel, close your eyes but stay awake. Think of the best person you know who is not a relative. This person, man or woman, is honest, self-controlled, just to a fault, and cheering to everyone. The best person you know. ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-42, Romans 5:1-8, Exodus 17:3-7

Denomination: Catholic

The Dual Nature Of The Tongue

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 9, 2019

GOOD OR BAD USAGE

THE DUAL NATURE OF THE TONGUE JAMES 3:8 1. INTRODUCTION. THE TONGUE IS UNIQUE AND UNLIKE ANY OTHER PART OF THE BODY. IT CAN SPEAK BLESSINGS OR IT CAN SPEAK CURSES. IT CAN LIFT PEOPLE UP OR IT CAN TEAR PEOPLE DOWN. IT CAN MAKE PEOPLE HAPPY OR IT CAN MAKE PEOPLE SAD. IT CAN SET PEOPLE AT EASE OR IT ...read more

Scripture: James 3:8

Denomination: Baptist

"Cancer Awareness"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Oct 17, 2018

WE are looking at sin as a cancer in the text we encounter the cancer of pride, selfishness, anger , and Pharisee Scribe type spirit.

“Cancer Awareness” Mark 10:35-45 A. In the text There is the cancer of Pride Teacher, we want you to do for us whatever we ask of you.’ When you come into your kingdom we want to set in the place of power and authority B. Cancer of selfishness 38But Jesus said to them, ‘You do not know what you are ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Methodist

Better Soil, Better Outcomes

Contributed by Todd Catteau on Jun 10, 2025

This spring, I undertook a simple lawn project that would teach me an unexpected lesson about spiritual growth.

This spring, I undertook a simple lawn project that would teach me an unexpected lesson about spiritual growth. I planted grass seeds in two places in my lawn. In one of those places the ground was lower, so I added some topsoil. In the other place I simply tilled up the existing ground. I spread ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Men Of Integrity

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 11, 2025

Integrity is not an option; it is a demand from heaven. It is the foundation of lasting influence and divine favour. God is looking for men who will walk uprightly, speak the truth in their hearts, and keep their word.

MEN OF INTEGRITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 20:7 Supporting Texts: Psalm 15:1-5, Job 2:3, Daniel 6:4, Genesis 39:9, 1 Samuel 12:1-5, Titus 2:7-8 INTRODUCTION: Integrity is the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles. In today’s world of compromise and moral ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 20:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

5 Living In The Light Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Dec 23, 2025

A follow-on message from the Christmas series. It can be preached on the Sunday after Christmas, and before the New Year

INTRODUCTION The Sunday after Christmas is a strange one, isn’t it? The decorations are still up… the leftovers are still in the fridge… but Christmas Day itself has passed. And there’s a quiet question hanging in the air: What now? Do we gently pack Christmas away — along with its message — or ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-3, John 8:12-18

Slaves & Missionaries (Colossians 4)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 25, 2024

How should we treat employees? How should we pray for missionaries? Let's find out in Colossians 4.

How should we treat employees? How should we pray for missionaries? How should we act towards unbelievers? Let’s find out in Colossians 4. In Roman society half the people were slaves, sometimes as prisoners doing hard labor, sometimes unjustly enslaved. How should brand new Christians treat their ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Strength Of The Weak Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 15, 2024

This is the 4th Sermon in the Series from the Book of Judges, "Spiritual Decay".

Series: Spiritual Decay [#4] STRENGTH OF THE WEAK Judges 6:1-32 Introduction: My health has been a real challenge lately. I feel physically weak, which makes me feel emotionally weak, which makes me feel spiritually weak. The great news is- When I am weak, God is made strong in me. We serve a ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Call Series

Contributed by Troy Mason on Sep 9, 2002

A series from the lives of Jesus’ disciples and a look at how they changed the world. This sermon deals with answering Jesus’ call on our lives.

Be a World Changer I “The Call” Matthew 4:18-22 Introduction: This begins a 3 sermon series on “How to Change the World.” We will explore how you can change world for the next 3 weeks. This was not the first time Jesus met these men. They had been followers of John the Baptist and had almost ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Divine Visitation

Contributed by Paul Kallan on Dec 5, 2002

It is better to be cleansed from the roots of evil than to be lead from the different forms of prisons that they build around us.

On the second Sunday of Advent, Mark 1.1-8 calls our attention to the person of John the Baptist. John is a figure of confrontation. This confrontation is interior in nature. It has to do with our inner self. It is the greatest challenge of cleansing ourselves innerly. Tom was a quite boy. His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Catholic

Title Deed Faith

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 22, 2002

Faith must reach into the realm of HOPE!

TITLE DEED FAITH By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Today, I ponder FAITH deeper. Let’s ponder faith and faith’s accomplishments. Our thought is: Faith is your TITLE DEED. Let us consider Hebrews 11:1 ... Now faith is the SUBSTANCE of things HOPED for, the EVIDENCE of things ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:18, Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Could This Happen

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 6, 2002

This is the funeral sermon for a 14 year old. This young man was "on fire" for Jesus Christ and this sermon celebrates that fact.

Wednesday Morning July 3, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Funeral Service For Arturo “Spike” Castillo, Jr. HOW COULD THIS HAPPEN? John 14:1-6 Introduction: 1. This morning as we honor and celebrate the life of Arturo “Spike” Castillo Jr., many of us are asking the question, “How could ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

"When Someone Has Done You Wrong"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 17, 2002

When you are in the position of leadership, you will be provoked. David had 4 motivating thoughts to help keep him on track (to make the right decision) when most would have been easily diverted from God’s will. What were the four thoughts that led to h

Dr. Dennis Deese “WHEN SOMEONE HAS DONE YOU WRONG” (The Leader’s Self-Control) I SAMUEL 24:1-22 When you are in the position of leadership, you will be provoked. David had 4 motivating thoughts to help keep him on track (to make the right decision) when most would have been easily diverted ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-22

It Was Empty

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 12, 2001

An Easter Sermon about the meaning of "empty" and how significant it is.

PARROTTSVILLE COMMUNITY SUNRISE SERVICE 2001 IT WAS EMPTY LUKE 24:1-3 INTRODUCTION / ILLUSTRATION… $25,000 Pyramid (p) Does anyone here enjoy game shows? They are definitely fun to watch. I think that my most favorite ones to sit down and watch would have to be “The Price is Right” and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-6, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ