Sermons on Human Anger:

Our Lord Never Gives Up

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 10, 2022

Imagine one being divine for a couple of weeks. Not like Jesus Christ, who as Second Person of the Trinity emptied Himself of everything to become man, all the way to a cross.

Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Course 2022 One of the critical prophetic statements in the OT is in the book of Hosea (11:9). Hosea hears God tell him about the divine intention toward the kingdom of Israel: “I will not. . .destroy Ephraim. For I am God and not man–the Holy One among you–and I will not ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 11:9, Psalm 51:15, Exodus 32:7-14, 1 Timothy 1:12-17, Luke 15:1-32  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Change Inevitable, Growth Optional

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 8, 2023

But our world seems bound to turn its back on God’s gift.

Fifteenth Sunday in Course (A) Originally 13 July 2008 edited 2023 “Farmers are the founders of human civilization,” said Daniel Webster. Farming and gardening are just the same the analogies chosen by the Lord to illustrate a profound truth about the loving mercy of our God. Moreover, if we pay ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23, Romans 8:18-23, Isaiah 55:10-11, Psalm 65:10-13

Denomination: Catholic

Preparing Your Easter Sermons

Contributed by Ivy Drafor Amenyah on Mar 15, 2023

Sharing the Gospel during Easter needs to help people know who Jesus is

INTRODUCTION We preach about the passion of Christ year after year. And we read the same passages year after year. Each year is expected to be unique and different. Yes, and the emphasis is usually different when a lot of time is spend in the presence of the Lord, to seek His guidance and strength ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:26-27, John 1:14, John 10:30, John 1:29, 2 John 1:7-11, Colossians 2:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Reaching The Lost Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Everyone matters in the kingdom of God, even sinners and tax collectors. There is great rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents.

Hey, friends! You know that feeling when you're working on a puzzle and you just can't find that last piece? It's so frustrating, right? Well, that's kind of how God feels when one of His children is lost. He wants everyone to be a part of His kingdom, and He rejoices when someone who was lost ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Topics: Human Value, Life Appreciation, Outreach Programs, Lost Souls

Sacrifice Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 3, 2023

Jesus humbly sacrificed his life for us, and as his followers, we are called to live sacrificially and serve others.

Jesus left his awesome place in heaven to become a sacrifice for our mistakes. He gave up everything to help us. Sacrifice needs humility. Following Jesus means giving up stuff we care about. Jesus said we have to be ready to let go of everything to be his followers. It's tough, but it's worth it. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-14

Topics: Divine Sacrifice, Human Redemption, Eternal Salvation, Spiritual Impact

Patient For The Harvest Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 6, 2023

In the story of the weeds, Jesus wants us to focus on how we live our lives, not just what we say we believe. God is patient because He wants everyone to turn away from their wrong ways and come to Him. And because God is patient, we should be patient too.

Hey guys! Today we're going to chat about a cool story Jesus told about a farmer, some good seeds, and some bad seeds. It's all about how God is super patient with us and wants us to live our lives in a way that reflects His love. Let's dive in! It's all about how God is super patient with us and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30

Topics: Divine Patience, Human Response, Spiritual Growth, Faith Journey

I Can Do All Things Through Christ Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 7, 2023

Philippians 4:13 reminds us that we are not alone in our struggles. Through Christ, we find the strength to overcome challenges, no matter how daunting they may seem.

"I Can Do All Things Through Christ" Introduction: Today, we delve into a powerful message found in Philippians 4:13 from the New Living Translation. Point 1: Human Limitations Scripture: Philippians 4:13 (NLT) - "For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13, Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Resurrection: The Gospel Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jan 6, 2024

Unfinished notes on the doctrine of the resurrection for a Bible study that I am teaching on Wednesday evenings.

Background and context from my passage: Some of the Corinthian believers had concluded that there was no future resurrection of the dead and this was influencing the faith of the rest of the church. As Paul said earlier about the acceptance of the members of the church who were practicing ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Did God Become Man? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 30, 2024

In answer to the question, “Why did God become man?” we learn that God became man to solve a problem only he could solve.

Introduction Christmas is a wonderful day. The secular culture celebrates Christmas as a time to party and share gifts. Christians, however, celebrate Christmas because it is Jesus’ birthday. Advent is the season immediately before Christmas Day. In the church calendar, it begins four Sundays ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1, John 1:14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Doers Of The Word

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on May 10, 2006

The Gospel places real demands on how we are to conduct our lives.

Doers of the Word Text: James 1:19-27 Theme: The Gospel places specific demands on how we are to live. Opening: A schoolteacher lost her life’s savings in a business scheme that had been elaborately explained by a swindler. When her money disappeared and her dream was shattered, she went to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Dirty Altar

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 12, 2009

(Various objects on the altar). Our church altar is dirty with unresolved anger, put-downs, and prejudicial outreach. These things must be cleaned away before God accepts what we bring here.

Who says there’s nothing new under the sun? The pastor not accepting the offering! Lots of folks think that raising money is about all we ever do in church. Wish they could have seen that! But, you see, the problem is there isn’t any room up here on the altar. We have a dirty altar today. It’s ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Zayin - Psalm 119:49-56 Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Nov 30, 2011

How does the Word of God affect your life? Your heart? Your reactions? Your spirit? The psalmist answers these questions in this section of this chapter!

Zayin November 30, 2011 Oak Park Baptist Church – Wednesday Bible Study Series Psalm 119:49-56 (ESV) – 7 of 22 49Remember Your word to Your servant, in which You have made me hope. The word ‘remember’ here in this verse is very important. It is the Hebrew word Zaw-kar ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:49-56, Psalm 119:145-152

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Battle Of Armageddon: The Removal And Binding Of Satan Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 9, 2017

We look at the vision of the great battle of Armageddon, the final battle of human history. This is where human history ends. It’s where the Lord Jesus intervenes and stops the madness of humanity.

Tonight, we look at the vision of the great battle of Armageddon, the final battle of human history. This is where human history ends. It’s where the Lord Jesus intervenes and stops the madness of humanity. Jesus will return to earth and destroy all the ungodly and evil of this world. This is ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Doubt Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Apr 25, 2023

Only the gospel can make sense of the human heart, only Jesus can meet humanity’s deepest needs, only life in Jesus can provide unrivaled hope and joy.

Last week, we spoke about how Jesus appeared to His disciples after the resurrection, when they were gathered behind locked doors. In the midst of their fear and anxiety, Jesus told the disciples not to be afraid, revealing himself to them and assuring them that He is alive and well. However, not ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stand Firm

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 2, 2021

As followers of Jesus we MUST stand firm in the struggle against evil just as Nehemiah did in his work of rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem.

Matthew 7:24-27 (ESV) 24 “Everyone then who hears these words of mine and does them will be like a wise man who built his house on the rock. 25 And the rain fell, and the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house, but it did not fall, because it had been founded on the rock. 26 And ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-23, Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ