Sermons on Hope In God:

Hey, What About Me?

Contributed by Howard Gunter on May 3, 2018

Matthias is the little known apostle chosen by chance. What motivates our response, when chosen, whether by chance or not?

Mid-week Message/Devotion May 2, 2018 Acts 1:15-17 Hey, What About Me? Reading Luke’s account to Theophilus about the selection of Matthias to replace the traitor Judas as an Apostle, gives rise to a few questions. 1. Who was Matthias? Matthias is not mentioned anywhere else in the bible. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Grace Of Giving

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 6, 2018

"For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though He was rich, yet for your sakes He became poor, that ye through His poverty might become rich" (2 Corinthians 8:9).

THE GRACE OF GIVING. 2 Corinthians 8:7-15. 1. The example of the Macedonians (2 Corinthians 8:1-5). (v1) By the grace of God, the Macedonian churches (Philippi and Thessalonica) had been particularly forward in giving. (v2) Their gift was given out of poverty: like that of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:7-15, 2 Corinthians 8:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

8 Habits (Based On Covey)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jan 19, 2019

I am with the Evangelical Chaplain Commission.

Habits 1-3 are regarding character. 1. Be Proactive: The opposite of being proactive is being reactive, which is similar to this: Galatians 6: 7-9 “Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, this he will also reap. 8 For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7-9, Matthew 5:21, Romans 1:8, 1 Corinthians 9:19-24, Isaiah 41:1, Ecclesiastes 4:9, Ecclesiastes 10:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Vineyard

Abiding In The True Vine. Abridged.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 18, 2023

Our life and responsibilities in Christ.

ABIDING IN THE TRUE VINE. Abridged. John 15:1-17. I). The True Vine. John 15:1-8. In the seventh significant “I am” saying of John’s Gospel, “I am the true vine” (John 15:1), Jesus was identifying Himself with the Messianic “son of man” of Psalm 80:17. Jesus is the true fulfilment of Israel’s ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ten Commandments (9 And 10) Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 11, 2021

Let's look at the 9th and 10th commandments as most Protestants count them.

Let's look at the 9th and 10th commandments as most Protestants count them. Lying Exodus 20:16 You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor. False witness is not just verbal, but also the example we set as Christians. If we go to Church faithfully, but are known as swindlers in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Flight Into Egypt And The Massacre Of The Innocents. Abridged.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 26, 2022

Out of Egypt have I called my Son. Matthew 2:15.

THE FLIGHT INTO EGYPT AND THE MASSACRE OF THE INNOCENTS. Abridged. Matthew 2:13-23. MATTHEW 2:13. Joseph was called into exile. It is important that we do not linger in the place where we have been, but continue to follow the leading of God in our spiritual walk. After all, wherever God places ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Becoming A Holy Family Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 29, 2022

Joseph, Mary and Jesus give us a model of the family all of ours should strive to become.

Feast of the Holy Family 2022 If there is anything we can be certain of when we consider the past fifty or sixty years, it is that there has been a massive cultural, media and even governmental assault on the natural family. I say “natural” family because one of the prongs of this assault has been ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-21, Psalm 128:1-5, Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Catholic

The Shepherd And The Sheep (1) Series

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Mar 1, 2021

Psalms 23 is one of the most loved Psalms in the Bible. David spoke intimately of his relationship with the Lord. He was the sheep while the Lord was the shepherd. The shepherd's provision, protection, preservation and presence is clearly highlighted.

TEXT: Psalms 23:1-6 (NLT) "The lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name. Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Revelation Seventeen Series

Contributed by Diana Tyler on Oct 26, 2023

The harlot of Babylon is introduced

There has been a lot of debate about who the harlot of Babylon is. Some sources say it's Rome. Others say it's the United States. Others say it's the Catholic church. Others say it's a system under the Antichrist's control. As we explore this chapter, we'll be given clues as ...read more

Wisdom Calls Aloud

Contributed by Bala Samson on Oct 28, 2023

Wisdom does warn us loud not just inside a monastery, church or prayer cell but it is right there in the market place, malls, theatres, pubs, hookah clubs, etc.

Voice Proverbs 1:20 Out in the open wisdom calls aloud, she raises her voice in the public square..” Just before we start, I would like to bring to your notice few glaring words that points out the importance of our subject today – Voice of Wisdom. This scripture opens like this..” Out in the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Easter Overcomes Fear

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 22, 2023

Easter helps us overcome fear of death..

Matthew 28:1-10 Easter overcomes Fear 1. Fears is something we all have • Many people have intense fears of spiders snakes infects • Fear of closed spaces. That’s another common fear, called claustrophobia. People with this fear find it unbearable to be inside small spaces such as elevators, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

The Elect Are Not Deceived

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 27, 2023

Jesus taught us to pray for free and not all is real that you see. James says why we do not receive.

Mat 24:24  For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall shew great signs and wonders; insomuch that, if it were possible, they shall deceive the very elect.  2Th 2:8  And then shall that Wicked be revealed, whom the Lord shall consume with the spirit of his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:24, 2 Thessalonians 2:8, Matthew 7:21-23, 1 Timothy 6:3-8, Mark 12:38-40, James 4:2-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Becoming A Christian Philosopher

Contributed by Don Campbell on May 15, 2023

The word “philosophy” means a love of wisdom. Paul said, "Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ” (Col 2:8). There must be two kinds of philosophers.

BECOMING A CHRISTIAN PHILOSOPHER Practical Principles for Living or Detached Musings? INTRODUCTION A. In 1972 I took Introduction to Philosophy at Shawnee College, Ullin, Illinois under an old professor named Dr. Pepper, who looked like Colonel Sanders. 1. I learned that the word philosophy ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5, James 3:15-18, Proverbs 7:5-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Abraham And His Two Tests Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Feb 6, 2025

We all risk losing a part of our identity if we do not know the stories of our past.

The Story of Us Abraham and His Two Tests February 9, 2025 We all risk losing a part of our identity if we do not know the stories of our past. Genesis 12:1-7, 10-20 The Lord had said to Abram, "Leave your country, your people and your father's household and go to the land I will show ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-7, Genesis 12:10-20, Psalm 103:7, John 14:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus: Your Miracle, Your Move – A Philosophical Reflection

Contributed by Jason Martin on Apr 6, 2025

What does it mean to see? Is sight merely the ability of the eyes to perceive light, or is it something deeper—an awareness, an understanding of truth, reality, and purpose? What do we do when we cannot perceive the truth?

*** Use responsible and make adjustment based on your audience. Let the Holy Spirit minister through you. Note. I used some additional notes. You can build on this outline. Be blessed.**** Introduction What does it mean to see? Is sight merely the ability of the eyes to perceive light, or is it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:30-34

Denomination: Church Of God