Sermons on In Times Like These:

Eighth Sunday In Ordinary Time- Speck And Beam

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 11, 2022

Thomas Merton said, “Nothing is more suspicious in a man who seems holy, than an impatient desire to reform other men.”

Many issues have both psychological and spiritual components as we hear today in our Gospel, “How can you say to your brother,‘…let me remove that splinter in your eye,’ when you do not even notice the wooden beam in your own eye? The message is: Be careful of pointing out the shortcomings, moral ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:39-45

Denomination: Catholic

Sequence Of End Times - (Recommended For Personal Study) Series

Contributed by Peter Naveen Saketi on Oct 9, 2021

There has been many interpretations and understandings on the end times. We do not know which is accurate. This is an information and sequence of end times as many agree with and believed to be correct! I also agree with this sequence. I appreciate all the differences of opinions on this topic.

1. PAST EVENTS ALREADY FULFILLED: - Jesus the Messiah is Born in Bethlehem - Micah 5:2; Matthew 2:1 - The Finished Work of Christ on the Cross - John 19:30; 1 Corinthians 15:3 - The Destruction of the Temple - Matthew 24:2 - Jewish Dispersion Deuteronomy 28:15-29; Ezekiel 36:2-8; Zechariah 10:9 - ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-3, Isaiah 11:11-12, John 14:1-3, Romans 14:10-12, 2 Thessalonians 2:3, Daniel 7:23  (view more)  (view less)

It's Only A Matter Of Time

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jan 12, 2025

Time continues to run even when all else stops. Dark nights are inevitable but no matter how dark the night is, it will always give way to light in the morning. It's only a matter of time. Every problem in life has an expiry date.

TEXT: Exodus 9:5 "And the LORD appointed a set time, saying, To morrow the LORD shall do this thing in the land." TIMES AND SEASONS Are you afraid of the dark night? Many people are, but one thing we are sure of in life is that the dark night will always give way to the light of the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 9:5, Psalm 30:5, Ecclesiastes 3:1, 2 Corinthians 6:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

My Time Is Now: From Labour To Favour SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

When God remembers us, He changes our status from labour to favour. Everyone has a time and season for their reign - it's just a matter of time. Declare that 'My time is now', in Jesus' name.

When God remembers a person, He brings about a settlement in their life. He transforms their toil into favor and blesses them abundantly. Divine settlement occurs when God intervenes in our lives, and it is always a matter of time. Let us declare with faith that our time for divine remembrance is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 30:22

Topics: Divine Remembrance, Divine Settlement

Making The Most Of Our Time: A Call To Action SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

In today's world, the church appears to be busy, but is it truly fulfilling God's mission? Are we, as a church, actively 'occupying' or merely resting on past achievements while waiting for the Lord's return? This sermon explores these questions and calls for a more proactive approach to our faith.

When we look at the modern church, we see that it is busy as a whole. But are we truly accomplishing what God has given us? Is the church actively occupying, or are we simply resting on past achievements and waiting for the Lord's return? In Luke 19:13, Jesus called his ten servants, gave them ten ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:13

Topics: Church Body Of Christ, Active Faith

Finding Hope In God During Tough Times SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 7, 2023

This sermon explores how David found hope in God during his difficult times, offering three guiding principles for us to do the same.

We all need encouragement in our lives, especially during times of crisis, discouragement, uncertainty, stress, or fear. In these moments, it is important to find strength in the Lord. In the story of David, we can learn three principles to guide us in encouraging ourselves in the Lord. David and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-25

Topics: God's Hope, Overcoming Challenges

Abraham

Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Nov 6, 2008

Abraham was a normal man with a unique situation. He messed up from time to time but God still used him. An encouragement to a sinful man like me!

ABRAHAM Hebrews 11:8-9 Genesis 12:1-13 INTRODUCTION 1. Abram, Abraham, is a man not unlike most other men 2. He was married, had a family, and many responsibilities a. Well, he had no kids of his own b. But he was keeping up his nephew Lot who proved to be a handful 3. Why did God call Abram to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Witnessing The Wilderness Series

Contributed by Merv Budd on Jul 12, 2011

Life never seems to be easy, there are always times that are harder than others. Today we examine what those “wilderness” times look like

In the summer of 1989 all across London England signs on billboards and bus shelters began to appear like this (This poster can be seen and used as a slide here: http://www.wheaton.edu/bgc/archives/exhibits/Posters/04item08.html ) asking the question “Can anyone make sense of ot?” for ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 2:6

Denomination: Baptist

The Signs Of Jesus' Return Part 3 Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Jan 25, 2021

As Christians, are we ready to face the trying times ahead? All Scripture quotes are from the NASB.

We are looking at the Signs of Times. A person must be dumb, deaf, and blind, to miss the what is happening in today’s world, all around us. It was no different in Jesus’ day. The high and mighty religious officials were asking Jesus for sign and Jesus made this statement to the Pharisees and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:9-14, Matthew 10:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

You Don't Love Me Like You Use To Series

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Sep 26, 2002

Lost Zeal

YOU DON’T LOVE ME LIKE YOU USE TO REV. 2:1-5 INTRODUCTION: IT HAS BEEN SAID THAT LOVE IS A MANY SPLENDID THING, IT MAKES THE SOUL TO REJOICE AND THE HEART TO SING. YES, LOVE CAN MAKE WEAK MEN STRONG, SAD HEARTS GLAD BECAUSE IT MAY BE THE BEST EXPERIENCE ONE’S EVER HAD. LOVE CAN DO WONDERS IF YOU’D ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

How To Hold On When You Feel Like Giving Up

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 4, 2001

How do we keep holding on when we feel like giving up? How do we find the strength to persevere, to go on?

Ever feel like giving up? Ever feel like quitting? Ever feel like your situation is so hopeless that the only thing you can possibly do is leave? Just walk away, head out the door and never come back? In extreme circumstances, people can feel so much emotional pain that they take their own lives. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:17

Denomination: Baptist

What Hope Does Easter Bring For A Person Like Me?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 9, 2003

Three people are mentioned by name (besides Jesus) in John’s resurrection chapter. What do these three people have to say to us?

CONTEXT: - John is the greatest gospel theologically. - The resurrection story is the most important chapter. - There are only three people mentioned by name in this chapter (besides Jesus) (note: “the other disciple whom Jesus loved” is an obvious reference to John, but he is not ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

"We Shall Be Like Him..." By Dr. E. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Aug 10, 2004

God doesn’t call us to be successful, He calls us to be faithful. We are called to pattern our lives after Him. We need to take inventory of three important areas of our Christian walk. Let’s examine them together!

Introduction It would do us all good to stop and take inventory of our Christian walk. God hasn’t called us to be successful but faithful! In what areas you ask, there are three, let’s examine them together! Main Division I. In Our Love (3:1-2) II. In Our Lives (3:3-11) III. In Our Loyalty ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:2

Denomination: Baptist

Do I Really Want To Become More Like Jesus?

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Sep 1, 2010

This is a tough question! Do I want to become more like Jesus, or do I want God to help me become more the person that I selfishly want to be?

Was Jesus a nice, polite, mild-mannered, good-natured young man who kept himself to himself? Was Jesus middle-of-the-road, all things to all people, politically correct, and softly spoken? Was Jesus the most inoffensive man you could ever wish to meet? I wonder what kind of gentle, meek and mild ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

Yes, Even Love The Neighbours We Don't Like!

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Oct 21, 2012

A short all-age talk given to a congregation where about a third were visitors to the Church. Jesus calls us to love God and love our neighbours as ourselves - with all of the love, care and attention that we would wish for ourselves.

I need someone to tell me about their favourite singer or favourite band – someone you’re crazy about. How often do you listen to their music? Would you like to meet them in person? Would you travel to see them in concert? Now I need someone to tell me about their favourite author, an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Anglican