Sermons on Idle People:

Lying Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jun 24, 2022

This sermon is about the trait of "Honesty." The primary focus is how unlike the world, Christians should see themselves as not living in this world, but living in a kingdom reality that is characterized by honesty, rather than dishonesty.

I would like to start off with a few questions that require an honest answer. The first question is how many of you have told a lie in the last five years? I am not talking about the white lies when your wife asks you if her jeans make her butt look big. I am talking about honest to goodness ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Christian Church

O Jerusalem

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jul 9, 2022

The following sermon is going to review one of the most controversial passages in the Bible and suggest that it is not about double predestination but Paul's anguish over Israel whom he is praying might come to believe in Christ and become saved!

O Jerusalem! Romans 9:14-10:4 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “Jerusalem, Jerusalem, you who kill the prophets and stone those sent to you, how often I have longed to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, and you were not willing. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Watch Out For Evil Doers

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Oct 10, 2021

Evildoers surround us. Believers in Christ have the Holy Spirit, which helps us to avoid evil doers. They will lead you to sin if you allow them.

Watch Out For Evil Doers Revelation 17 Michael H. Koplitz When Andrew was much younger, he decided he wanted to play baseball. The first year that he played baseball was actually tee-ball. In the second year that he played in the West Manchester township league, the coach from each team would ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

The Importance Of Separation From Worldly Influences. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 4, 2024

However, by focusing on our identity in Christ and the power of the Holy Spirit within us, we can break free from the enemy's grip and walk in greater victory and spiritual maturity.

In a world filled with chaos and uncertainty, understanding the centrality of God is crucial for grasping truth, humanity, and purpose., and how this impacts our understanding of human nature, morality, and the meaning of life. As believers, we are called to live in the world but not be of the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Psalm 24:1-2, 2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Corinthians 4:17-18, 1 Corinthians 2:11  (view more)  (view less)

#2 A Place Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Robert Malcolm on Jan 8, 2025

Prayer works & prayer changes things and we are that church … a place of prayer

~ Intro: The Journal of Reproductive Medicine reports that researchers at Columbia University conducted a study with 199 women at an in vitro fertilization clinic in Korea. Unknown to the patients and their doctors, groups of strangers from the US, Canada, and Australia were asked to pray for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-17, Isaiah 56:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Do Not Throw Pearls To Swine Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 9, 2025

Do not give dogs what is sacred; do not throw your pearls to pigs.

"Do not give dogs what is sacred; do not throw your pearls to pigs. If you do, they may trample them under their feet, and turn and tear you to pieces." - Matthew 7:6 In this biblical passage, Jesus teaches us a valuable principle about sharing our spiritual treasures with others. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:6

A Passion For God's Ancient People. Abridged.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 18, 2023

Eight prerogatives of Israel: “The adoption, the glory, the covenants, the giving of the law, the service, the promises; Whose are the fathers, and of whom as concerning the flesh Christ came" (Romans 9:4-5).

A PASSION FOR GOD’S ANCIENT PEOPLE. Romans 9:1-5. From the dizzy heights of Romans 8, the Apostle Paul seems to suddenly hit an unprecedented low in Romans 9:1-5. The crescendo of the previous glorious chapter meets the jarring note of Paul’s passion for his own people - God’s ancient ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Will Soar Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 19, 2023

Some of you made great progress. For some, it was a year of challenges, struggles, and pain. However

INTRODUCTION Praise the Lord and welcome to our New Year Service message “I will Soar”. I am sure 2018 was a great year for some of you. Some of you made great progress. For some, it was a year of challenges, struggles, and pain. However, within a few minutes, we are going to say goodbye to this ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1, 2 Corinthians 1:3, Romans 8:37, Isaiah 40:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Transformed By Renewal Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 19, 2024

As followers of Christ, we are called to live different in the world.

"Do not conform to the present age, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind. Then you will be able to discern what is the will of God, what is good and pleasing and perfect." - Romans 12:2 As followers of Christ, we are called to live counter-culturally, resisting the pressure to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Satan Also Sends His People In Our Lives. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 10, 2024

we are reminded that the devil is a cunning and deceitful enemy who will stop at nothing to lead us astray. One of his most effective tactics is to infiltrate our inner circle, using people we trust and care about to influence us to do wrong.

Satan is a deceiver and a schemer who seeks to destroy our relationships and our faith. One of his tactics is to send people into our lives who may appear friendly or helpful but actually have ulterior motives. The devil sends his own agents among us, disguising themselves as innocent, to deceive ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:5

The Greatest Commandment Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon will explore Jesus' teaching on the greatest commandment, which is to love God and love people, and how we can apply this in our lives amidst the pain and suffering in the world.

Welcome church! Today is a great day as we’re starting up a new 4-week series here called Love God, Love People. And to help set the tone for our series I’ve put together a few of the greatest love quotes the internet has to offer; 'You must allow me to tell you how ardently I admire and love you.' ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40, Deuteronomy 6:1-19

Topics: Greatest Commandment, Loving God, Loving People

Sermon Series: Love God Love People

Choosing The Right Path

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 28, 2023

To build a life of significance is not found in earthly relationships, amassing wealth, or good health but in faith in a risen Savior. We all stand at the crossroads to either believe in Jesus and be granted adoption into His family or reject Him and forever spend eternity in hell.

Choosing the Right Path 1 Peter 2:4-10 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 t seems like all our lives we are trying to build something. Some fueled by their longing to connect, love, and receive love from others, are motivated to actively build meaningful ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

Andrew: First Called Disciple Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 12, 2023

If you find Jesus as your Savior, first find someone close to you and tell them about Jesus, and bring them to Jesus.

“John the Baptist stood with two of his disciple looking at Jesus. The Baptist said, ‘Behold the Lamb of God,’ and Andrew and John began following Jesus. The Master… asked, ‘What are you looking for?’ They said, ‘Master-Teacher, what are You staying?’ Jesus said, ‘come follow Me.’ It was 4 p.m. so ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson From The Fall Of David

Contributed by Segun Omole on Dec 12, 2013

idleness opens you up to temptation. Don't seek rest when you're supposed to be fighting. Too many spiritual kings are sleeping when they're meant to be at war

Lessons From the Fall of David 2 Samuel 11 - Vs 1- at a time when Kings went to war David stayed back at home- there's a time to be at war as a christian. Be sober be vigilant..Don't be sleeping when you're meant to be fighting..idleness opens you up to temptation. Don't seek rest when you're ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People?

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 3, 2001

Why do bad things happen to good people? Let’s look at Job to see if we can find the answer

INTRODUCTION  Open with the “A Hero’s Faithful Final Hour.” (www.crosswalk.com)  Why did this have to happen to all these good people?  I could sit up here today and read you story after story about the good people who died in 911 2001.  Many people are asking ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ