Sermons on Hours:

Why Are Some Folks Annoyed At The Sound Of A Bell Dinging?

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Dec 6, 2013

You see them every year at Christmas time. Someone who stands at the entrance of a Wal-Mart or in a Mall ringing a bell and standing like a soldier beside a big red pot and most never saying anything other than “Merry Christmas”.

Why are some folks annoyed at the sound of a bell dinging in their ear and some are not? John 6:32 Then Jesus said unto them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Moses gave you not that bread from heaven; but my Father giveth you the true bread from heaven.33 For the bread of God is he which cometh ...read more

Scripture: John 6:32-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Physician

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Oct 7, 2012

"Do you want to be healed?" asked Jesus. Silly question. Doesn't every crippled or sick person?

John 5:1-5-After this there was a feast of the Jews, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. Now there is in Jerusalem by the Sheep Gate a pool, which is called in Hebrew, Bethesda, having five porches. In these lay a great multitude of sick people, blind, lame, paralyzed, waiting for the moving of the ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Of Brotherly Love Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Oct 19, 2012

What an encouraging Church who obviously loved the Lord and the brethren.

The Church of Brotherly Love Revelation 3:7-13 28 miles southeast of Sardis is the city of Philadelphia. The city was name after a king of Pergamum, Attalus Philadelphus who built it. Philadelphia = brotherly love which occurs seven times on the Bible: Rom. 12:10, 1 Thessa. 4:9, Heb. 13:1, 1 Peter ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

"What Are You Downloading"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Sep 6, 2011

Learn to hear the voice of the shepherd when praying.

I am not the best at working on computers but over the years I have found one thing to be true. If you want to be sure of a download that keeps popping up on your computer go to the source. If you have a Windows based computer then go to Microsoft. Some computer hackers have disguised themselves as ...read more

Scripture: John 10:3-4

Off To Work I Go

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Oct 7, 2011

Today, I warn you that I will be using a four letter word that some of you might not like: WORK!

Today, I warn you that I will be using a four letter word that some of you might not like: WORK! Work gets mixed reviews, doesn’t it? Some people work too much. We are a nation of workaholics. People working 50,60, hours a week to “get ahead.” People who work early, stay ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:22

Denomination: Baptist

Midnight Vigil! Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Aug 6, 2013

Let me reiterate, passion keeps you awake! Passion wakes you up early!

Lamborghini! Psalms 119:62 ‘At midnight I will rise to give thanks to You, Because of Your righteous judgments.’ John Abraham, Bollwood actor has an ‘adrenaline rush’ for exotic cars; among the fleet of cars and bikes he owns was added the latest ‘Lamborghini.’ ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:62

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Gift Of Rest

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 11, 2018

We respond to God’s grace and nurture our relationship with God by observing a day of rest. The world can get along without our involvement (for a day).

Exodus 20:3-11 “The Gift of Rest” INTRODUCTION We have a problem. A lack of sleep among the U.S. workforce is costing approximately $411 billion and losing 1.2 million working days per year, a new study has found. The study also found that that a person who sleeps on average less than six ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Terror Free Sleep

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 18, 2018

Sleep is a big deal in the Bible!

The Psalms – The Language of Our Faith Psalm 91 – Terror Free Sleep April 15, 2018 Sleep is a big deal in the Bible!! Genesis 2 – Adam was put to sleep by God and it cost him a rib Judges 16 – Samson fell asleep and it cost him his hair ?? 1 Samuel 26 – Saul fell asleep and it cost him his ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Close Side Doors

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 16, 2014

Massive leakage through the side door leaves you a weak person. Close the side door please!

Side doors! Ephesians 5:15 “Therefore be careful how you walk, not as unwise men, but as wise..” Nestled in the midst of open fields, situated in the outskirts of the city, the simple, elegant, white colored duplex building was certainly gorgeous compared to the multi-hued houses all ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:5-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Motive For The Moment Series

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on May 5, 2011

Prayer should be prayed with purpose and Right intentions!!!

The Motive for the Moment Luke 11:1 Luke 11:1 One day he was praying in a certain place. When he finished, one of his disciples said, "Master, teach us to pray just as John taught his disciples." Matthew 6: 5-7 5And when thou prayest, thou shalt ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Personhood Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

God created us with an internal rhythm, and it's important to align our lives with His divine cadence.

Rhythm is part of God's creation, including us. Today, we're gonna dive into how this divine beat impacts our lives. When God made everything, He looked at His work and said, 'It is very good.' That includes us, guys. We're designed with a natural rhythm, a biological beat that follows a 24-hour ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:31, Mark 1:35, 2 Timothy 1:7

Topics: Divine Alignment, God's Cadence, Spiritual Understanding, Life Alignment

Coronavirus And The Christian Response Series

Contributed by Ashley Benjamin on Nov 24, 2020

The whole world has been on frequent lockdowns to prevent the further spread of pandemic. How does one respond in such a situation?

Spiritual Response 1.Strengthen  Ephesians 6:10 (KJV) Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Our first response in such a time of fear and anxiety must be to become strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. If there is any hope for the world today, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Grand Theft Donkey

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 26, 2021

God may be calling us to a task we do not feel worthy to do.

Grand Theft Donkey Mark 11: 1 - 11 Intro: As I begin the message today, I want you to close your eyes following my directions while using your imagination. Imagine you have finally reached a place in life when you are able to buy the vehicle you have always dreamed of owning. You have that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Parable Of The Serving Master.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 13, 2023

Be prepared for the return of Jesus at an unexpected time.

PARABLE OF THE SERVING MASTER. Luke 12:32-40. Jesus reminds His “little flock” that “it is the Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom” (Luke 12:32). The imperative of Luke 12:33, rightly understood, becomes a marker of where our heart lies (Luke 12:34). We must hold the things of this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ Prays For Us

Contributed by David Roth on Apr 25, 2020

Christ prays for us, even though we fail to pray for ourselves.

John 17 & Matthew 26 Maundy Thursday, April 9, 2020 J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. “Christ prays for us” The focus of our worship on Maundy Thursday is usually on Our Lord’s ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26, Matthew 26:36-46, Romans 8:34

Denomination: Lutheran