Sermons on Honesty In Prayer:

The Gospel According To Thorns

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jul 22, 2025

The profound meaning we find in looking at thorns is that the crown of thorns that was thrust upon Jesus’ head was a deliberate symbol of Him taking on our sin. Innocent Jesus Christ took on our sin onto Himself and paid for it. It’s all right there in the thorns.

THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO THORNS VARIOUS PASSAGES #thorns INTRODUCTION Every week when I mow my yard I come around a particular large bush that was planted around my propane tank I just get shredded on whatever arm and leg that happens to be on the inside as I try to mow around it. The bush has ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:14-19, Micah 7:2-4, Matthew 13:1-9, John 19:1-6, Numbers 33:50-56  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Vicarious Death Of Christ

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jul 2, 2025

If you are like me, there so many things that we do not see that we would like to see. For example…

Illus: On one of the GUNSMOKE episode Matt Dillon is in a serious gun fight in one of the episodes. Matt draws his pistol out of his holster to shoot the bad fellow with one hand and his other arm was slightly behind his back which was unusual for him. Since this was unusual for him someone asked ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Coming Clean

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 8, 2025

Psalm 32 is a good introduction to the idea of confession. It’s a primer on penitence, the ABC’s of contrition. It teaches us why we should confess our sins, how to do so, and what we get out of it.

We live in a confessional culture. It’s been called the "Urge to Purge." Or even "Psychic Bulimia." I can remember back when Phil Donahue was shocking. But these days the things people have to display to get on Jerry Springer or Sally Jessie Raphael hardly raise an eyebrow in ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

7 Christlike Qualities

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jul 14, 2025

1. FAITH 2. FATHERLY LOVE 3. FRUIT 4. FORGIVING NATURE 5. FULFILLING THE COMMISSION 6. FELLOWSHIP 7. FINISH

7 CHRISTLIKE QUALITIES OUTLINE 1. FAITH 2. FATHERLY LOVE 3. FRUIT 4. FORGIVING NATURE 5. FULFILLING THE COMMISSION 6. FELLOWSHIP 7. FINISH *********************** 7 CHRISTLIKE QUALITIES 1. FAITH John 11 : 39 - 45 39 “Take away the stone,” he said. “But, Lord,” said Martha, the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Marriage Part 3: When Two Becomes One Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 16, 2025

Part three of this five part series on marriage focuses on how the two individuals becomes one, not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually.

Marriage Part 3: When Two Becomes One Scripture: Genesis 2:24; First Corinthians 11:8-9, 11-12 Good morning Strangers Rest. This is part three of my marriage series and today’s title is “When Two Becomes One.” So far in this series I have shared with you what God’s word says about the roles ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24, 1 Corinthians 11:8-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"giving Up To Gain"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jul 31, 2025

Expository Series in Philippians

Title: “Giving Up to Gain” Script: Phil. 3:4ff Type: Expository series Where: 8-3-25 Intro: Recently read a blog written by Melissa Chu. I know nothing about her, however, her article was entitled: “20 Habits to Give up if you Want to Succeed in Life.” Give up to Gain! Here are a few of those ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4, Philippians 3:4-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Elevate To The Next Level: "Living Opportunistically”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Aug 17, 2025

Today’s message is about the choices we make concerning the opportunities God places before us that determine which road we’ll travel in this divine adventure God has called us to take. “Carpe Diem/Seize the Day.”

Elevate to the Next Level “Living Opportunistically” 1 Samuel 14:1-15 Watch on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YIthj1ZwwfE John Wycliffe lived 200 years before the Protestant Reformation, which ushered in a belief system that moved the church away from Roman Catholicism, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 14:6, 1 Samuel 14:1-15, Joshua 23:10

Denomination: Foursquare

Living A Reckless Life

Contributed by Mitchell Leonard on Dec 6, 2025

A sermon to adults with a different take on the Prodigal Son

12/7/25 A.M. Luke 15:11-20 “Living a Reckless Life” I have a CRAZY STORY to tell you. You all who were here last week probably remember me telling you about a situation I had where I was really SCARED. I was faced with a VERY RECKLESS PERSON. For those of you who weren’t here, a couple of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

Dead Men Talking

Contributed by Mitchell Leonard on Dec 12, 2025

A sermon to adults on the message they will leave behind.

Dead Men Talking. “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. 2 For by it the elders obtained a good report. 3 Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that things which are seen were not made of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Grace

Contributed by Mitchell Leonard on Dec 12, 2025

A sermon to adults on the the Love and Grace of God.

Grace is defined: God's unmerited favor, kindness, and empowering gift of love given freely to humanity. We SING about GRACE. We’re THANKFUL for GRACE. And if we’re truly followers of Jesus, we EXTEND GRACE to others. The first time GRACE is mentioned in the Bible is Genesis 6, where a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

A Miraculous Promise

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Dec 13, 2025

Christmas Series

Title: “A Miraculous Promise” Date: 12-14-25 Script: Is. 9:1-7 Type: Advent series Intro: On March 20, 1942, General Douglas MacArthur made a promise to the Filippino people. After the Japanese invasion, U.S. forces were pushed back to the Bataan Peninsula and Corregidor Island. President ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Real Christmas Story 2025 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 14, 2025

We celebrate the birth of CHRIST, the only HOPE for this world, who gave HIS life for all mankind to rescue them from sin and death. And to everyone who believes in HIM, to them HE gives the promise of eternal life.

2025.12.21.Sermon. The Real Christmas Story William Akehurst, HSWC The Real Christmas Story HIS-STORY – HIS Message to us. Arranged by William Akehurst, Pastor of HSWC INTRODUCTION: Remember when Charlie Brown shouted, "What is the Meaning of Christmas?" His blanket bearing friend ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5, Genesis 1:1-5, Genesis 1:26-28, Genesis 2:15-17, Genesis 2:18, Genesis 2:23, Genesis 3:1-4, Genesis 3:6, Genesis 3:14-15, Micah 5:2-3, Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 11:1, Isaiah 9:2, Isaiah 9:6-7, Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 1:26-38, Luke 2:1-20, Matthew 2:1-12, John 1:10-14, Colossians 2:9, Isaiah 53:3-8, John 19:16-18, John 19:30, John 19:40-41, Matthew 20:1, Acts 1:9-11, John 14:3, John 11:25-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Question Evil Can’t Answer

Contributed by David Dunn on Dec 29, 2025

Evil remains a mystery, but the cross reveals God’s character. He enters human suffering, bears its weight, and assures us that love—not evil—has the final word.

There are certain questions that do not arise from curiosity, but from collision. They are not born in classrooms or debates, but in moments when life presses hard against the soul and refuses to explain itself. These questions surface when loss interrupts routine, when suffering enters without ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7, Job 42:5, Isaiah 53:3-5, Matthew 27:46, John 19:30, Romans 8:18, Revelation 21:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

More Than The Cry Of A Desperate Man SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 25, 2023

The experience of anyone struggling against sin or trying to please God by keeping rules and laws without the Spirit’s help.

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. What a joy it is to gather together in this sacred space, to lift our voices in praise, to share in fellowship, and to open our hearts and minds to the Word of God. As we come together today, we are drawn to a topic that is as old as humanity ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15-25

Topics: Sin

The Word Gives Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2025

Jesus’ promise gives present assurance of eternal life, freeing us from guilt and fear, and inviting us to trust fully in His finished work.

Some words rearrange a room, don’t they? A doctor says, “It’s benign,” and shoulders drop. A coach calls your name, and you run to the field. A judge declares, “You’re free to go,” and the hallway home seems shorter. Words can wrap around us like a warm blanket on a windy night. And then there are ...read more

Scripture: John 5:24

Topics: Abide, God's Word, Power