Sermons on Human Value:

The Peace Of The Puzzle

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Dec 3, 2009

Some may think it a contradiction to talk of peace at Christmas. For many of us Christmas brings conflict rather than peace.

The Peace of the Puzzle John 14:27 27Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. Psalms 85:8 8 I will listen to what God the LORD will say; he promises peace to his people, his saints but let them ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Ordained To Be A Prophet

Contributed by William Baeta on Feb 2, 2013

“I knew you before I formed you in your mother’s womb. Before you were born I set you apart and appointed you as my prophet to the nations” Jer. 1:5.

Theme: Ordained to be a prophet Text: Jer. 1:4-10; 1 Cor. 13:1-12; Lk. 4:22-30 It is God’s desire that His people prophesy. His desire came to pass on the Day of Pentecost when Joel’s prophesy was fulfilled. “I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:22-30, 1 Peter 4:3

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lessons From A Dollar Bill

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 1, 2021

There are many ways we can learn to "see" God and His hand. Jesus used nature at times. He also used a coin to point to God. Our money points to Him, too.

1. Matthew 22:15-22 15 Then the Pharisees went and plotted how to entangle him in his words. 16 And they sent their disciples to him, along with the Herodians, saying, “Teacher, we know that you are true and teach the way of God truthfully, and you do not care about anyone's opinion, for you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon On Self-Identification

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 12, 2023

Self-identity is defined as the perception or recognition of one's characteristics as a particular individual, especially in relation to social context.

Ralph Waldo Emerson, an American essayist once remarked: “To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” Exodus 3:14-15 confirms: “God said to Moses, “I am who I am.” And he said, “Say this to the people of Israel: ‘I am has sent me ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13, Hebrews 13:5, Philippians 4:8-9, Romans 12:2

Sermon On Broken Fragments

Contributed by William Meakin on May 13, 2023

Broken fragments have been defined as small particles that have become detached from something larger or whole.

Eva Ashwood, a female author of several novels once remarked: “There’s nothing wrong with being broken. Some things aren’t meant to be whole. And some things don’t need to be fixed. Some things are broken and aren’t meant to be fixed. But that doesn’t mean they’re fine the way they are. It just ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:18, Psalm 51:17, Psalm 147:3, Isaiah 66:2

The Cost Of The Anointing Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 14, 2025

Walking in the anointing comes with a price. It requires sacrifice—sacrificing our comfort, time, relationships, worldly ambitions, and our flesh. It involves preparation— spending time in prayer, studying the Word, and consecrating ourselves for God’s use.

THE COST OF THE ANOINTING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 14:28-30 Supporting Texts: Matthew 26:39, 2 Timothy 2:3-4, Mark 1:35, 1 Samuel 16:13 INTRODUCTION: The anointing is a powerful and precious gift from God that enables believers to fulfill their divine purpose. However, walking in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:28-30, Matthew 26:39, 2 Timothy 2:3-4, Mark 1:35, 1 Samuel 16:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Want To See - Mark 10:46-52 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Feb 3, 2024

Bartimaeus is the only person Jesus healed who is named on the pages of Scripture. Why is it so important that we know his name and his father’s name? The answer will turn your world upside-down (or more accurately, right-side up)!

Mark 10:46 Then they came to Jericho. As Jesus was leaving the city with his disciples and a large crowd, a blind man, Bartimaeus (that is, the Son of Timaeus), was sitting by the roadside begging. 47 When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to shout, "Jesus, Son of David, have ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52, Matthew 20:29-34, Luke 18:35-43

God's Goodies In Cracked Pots

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Sep 3, 2003

We’re all earthen vessels – made from the dust of the earth – and some of us, are just cracked pots! But in them we carry an awesome treasure!

God’s Goodies in Cracked Pots Introduction: • Our oldest daughter, Maria, told us a wonderful story recently about a friend of hers in Lander, Wyoming who had gone out with her husband to the city dump to dispose of some larger yard trash. • As they were ditching their junk their eye caught a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:5-18

Denomination: United Methodist

When You Pray

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Nov 12, 2004

It’s better to err on the side of God’s awesomeness than to get too familiar.

When You Pray Montreal/Cornwall September 11, 2004 Keeping ourselves going is a major pursuit of our lives, and in the quest of that we eat, and drink. We sleep. We visit people. We do a number of activities. For us, as Christians, we pray. This is a fundamental activity for our keeping ourselves ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Story Of God: Regeneration

Contributed by Matthew Morine on Feb 15, 2008

It all went wrong, only God could make it right. We all sinned, only God could restore us again. The story of regeneration is often never told. So sit down in the old chair and listen again to the story from God.

THE STORY OF GOD: CREATION-RECREATION THEME: GOD CREATED BY MAN AND CONTINUES TO RECREATE MAN. TEXT: TITUS 3:3-7 It always seemed like hours in that chair. In a small kitchen in an old farm house, the chair was always located on the right side of the table. Grandmother always sat on the ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:3-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Where The Lost Boys Go"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 24, 2015

A sermon about reaching out to young people.

"Where the Lost Boys Go" Mark 5:1-20 I was helping someone get some food from our small food pantry this past week. We got to talking and I encouraged her to come to church. She replied, "I really should go. Maybe I'll come some day." I asked her: "What stops you from coming?" She ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: United Methodist

"I Am" "The Bread Of Life"

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Aug 16, 2018

A walk through John 6, with reference to the Jewish belief that "I Am" could only be Yahweh... and Jesus claims God's title for himself. The Rabbis also considered the O.T. to be "The Bread of Life", "the Water of Life" and Jesus again claims them.

In Jesus Holy Name August 19, 2018 Text: John 6:47-50 “I Am” “The Bread of Life” Christ is Risen! He is risen indeed! The Good news of Easter is not that Jesus lived and died but that “Jesus Died and Lives” and He will return again. (read the text) Every year Americans spend ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-33, John 6:35-51

Denomination: Lutheran

The Athanasian Creed: All Truth

Contributed by David Mcnally on May 26, 2013

There are three Ecumenical Creeds which were constructed in the early days of the Church, to communicate Scriptural truth and combat errors. We can use them as tools for evangelism.

The purpose and value of the Athanasian Creed: ‘all truth’ John 16 v. 13 We are here today because we believe certain things about God and Jesus. If we did not believe them we would be in a different place, a different church. If we did not believe any of them we wouldn’t be in ...read more

Scripture: John 16:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Way Of The Cross

Contributed by Dawn Duryea on Mar 4, 2024

In today’s Gospel reading, Peter responds to Jesus’ announcement that the Messiah will have to suffer and die by denying the cross. Peter is in essence denying the truth of this teaching – that the Messiah must suffer and by extension, his disciples.

Last week we heard about Jesus being tempted in the wilderness right after his Baptism. That’s the way it feels sometimes – you just make a decision and then things happen that immediately bring your decision into question. This wilderness, of course, is metaphorical and now we find ourselves in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: United Methodist

Message Of The Cross Is Foolishness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 25, 2024

Explores the contrast between worldly views and God's perspective, focusing on understanding the profound love symbolized by the cross in Christianity.

Greetings, beloved. I hope this day finds you in good spirits and ready to receive the Word of the Lord. We gather here today, not out of habit or obligation, but out of a desire to know our God more intimately and to understand His Word more deeply. Our focus today is on a scripture that is both ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18

Topics: Changing Message, Cross