Sermons on In The Night Seasons:

Believer Trees

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 21, 2024

we are the oaks of righteousness.

The Believer Tree Psalm 1 1. In this Psalm compares us the Believers to that of a tree • The Psalmist compares the upright, : 3 They are like trees planted by streams of water, which yield their fruit in its season, and their leaves do not wither. In all that they do, they prosper. 2. Trees do ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

How To Be Stable In Unstable World

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Jan 27, 2011

Is there any ways that we can be secured in this ever-changing world? Is our dream of stability possible?

HOW TO BE STABLE IN UNSTABLE WORLD Is there any ways that we can be secured in this ever-changing world? Is our dream of stability possible? After the ups and down drama of Joseph’s life, the bible said: Gen 41:52 Joseph named his second son Ephraim, for he said, "God has made me fruitful in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:4-6, Psalm 1:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rejoice! I Say Rejoice!

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Feb 12, 2024

On this third Sunday of Advent (Gaudete Sunday), we change from penitence to rejoicing for what is to come.

John 1:6-8, 19-28 The shortest and darkest day and longest night of the year – the Winter Solstice – occurs this week. It is the onset of the winter season when the sun is the furthest from Earth and is often a time of darkness, doubt, and fear. And yet, Sunday is Gaudete Sunday - a beloved day ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-5, Matthew 22:37-40, Matthew 1:21, John 14:2, Isaiah 61:1, Isaiah 61:10, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Luke 1:46-49, John 1:6-8, John 1:19-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Episcopal

The Scrooges Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 3, 2012

Not every Scrooge at Christmas is a classic Ebeneezer type Scrooge, this message looks at the different Scrooges who try to ruin Christmas

The Scrooges of Christmas Bah, Humbug, Scrooge is like Bond, everyone has a favorite. For some there is no Scrooge like Alistair Sim, he was the actor who portrayed Scrooge in the clip we just saw. He also reprised the role in an Oscar winning short film in 1970. Maybe it is Albert Finney in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

Be Influencers

Contributed by David Taylor on Oct 7, 2004

What it means to be salt and light

Sermon on Mount Being a People of Influence In the SOM, Jesus’ aim was to create a lifestyle in his followers that would make people think about the value of God, or to glorify God. Jesus goes from talking about persecution to being salt and light that is being an influence in the world around ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

As The Deer Panteth For The Water Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 16, 2010

When we are in the spiritual dessert, we need to keep in close touch with God or we will shrivel up with spiritual dehydration. The Psalmist explains his experience in the spiritual dessert, and points us in the right direction.

As the Deer Panteth for the Water Psalm 42 and 43 Rather then spend a lot of time introducing the Sons of Korah and relating their role to the modern Christian, I thought I would share just a little bit about them each week. 1. Descendents of the Korah, a branch of the tribe of Levi. Some ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Advent: A New Beginning And A Glimmer Of Hope

Contributed by Jebryan Reiter on Dec 3, 2016

Advent is a time where we can begin to remember that hope can be found in ANY circumstance. Let's not only be reminded of that, but be a part of spreading the light and hope of God in whatever circumstance we find ourselves in.

A New Beginning: And a Glimmer of Hope "A Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it..." (John 1:5) "But there will be no more gloom for her who was in anguish...He shall make it glorious...and the people who walk in darkness will see a great light; those who live in a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:5, John 9:1-2

Denomination: *other

Our North Star

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 6, 2023

A sermon for the second Sunday in Lent, Year A

March 5, 2023 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Genesis 12:1-4a; John 3:1-17 Our North Star Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. In the summer of 1998 I worked on an archaeological dig in Israel. We volunteers stayed at a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4, John 3:1-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Important Matters About Prayer

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 2, 2001

Scripture teaches many important matters about prayer.

IMPORTANT MATTERS ABOUT PRAYER 1- Scheme of prayer Matthew 6:9-13 The Lord’s Prayer John 14:13-14 Asking in His name What have you learned about the “how to” of prayer? 2- Schedule of prayer Mark 1:35 Very early in the morning When is your best time for prayer? 3- Season of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hold Up The Light

Contributed by Juan Lane on Jun 2, 2004

We must continue to hold up the light of Christ

Hold Up The Light Scripture Reference: John 1:4-9 (KJV) John 1:4-9 4 In him was life; and the life was the light of men. 5 And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not. 6 There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. 7 The same came for a witness, to bear ...read more

Scripture: John 1:4-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Real Christmas Story PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 7, 2023

This sermon emphasizes the true meaning of Christmas, focusing on the birth of Jesus Christ as God's redemption plan for humanity.

Greetings, beloved family of faith. As we gather here today in our sacred sanctuary, we find ourselves in the midst of a season that is filled with a flurry of activities, a cascade of colors, and a symphony of sounds. Yes, we are in the heart of the Christmas season. This is a season that is often ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Topics: Teach, Real Story

The Fresh Ember Among The Dying Ashes

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 3, 2022

A sermon for Ash Wednesday, Year C

March 2, 2022 Ash Wednesday Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21 The Fresh Ember among the Dying Ashes Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Well, here we are again! Today we enter into a new season of Lent. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Back To School 2012

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 19, 2013

This week many of us will be sending kids back to school, or going back to work as teachers. Saul was saved instantly, but his journey to becoming the Apostle Paul took some time.This is a passage about Saul going back to school.

Back to School August 12, 2012 Introduction: A This week many of us will be sending kids back to school, or going back to work as teachers. a This is a passage about Saul going back to school. b Just like many of us or our kids, grandkids, people we love. B Saul was saved instantly, but his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Most Important Part Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Ty Silva on Apr 4, 2023

MERRY CHRISTMAS to everyone!

Introduction 1. MERRY CHRISTMAS to everyone! 2. It’s great having the children here with us today! 3. When you think about Christmas: There are so many parts of Christmas – a. music b. parties, food c. decorations, lights d. nativity scenes, gifts 4. They are all wonderful parts of Christmas, but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hallow What?

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 15, 2019

There is a Dark Side to Halloween that you must know.

HALLOW WHAT? INTRODUCTION: Excited children masquerading as witches, pirates, devils, ghosts, Dracula and other creatures bounding through the neighborhood, going from door to door shouting, "Trick or Treat" the party at school or a friend’s house where they tell ghost stories, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:9-14, 2 Timothy 1:7, 1 Thessalonians 5:21-22, 1 John 4:18

Denomination: Pentecostal