Sermons on Incorporation:

What Is The Significance Of Keeping Or Having Unity In The Church?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jul 2, 2023

What is unity and what does it mean to have unity within the church?

What is unity? Definition: the state of being united or joined as a whole, oneness, a condition of harmony – accord, the quality or state of being made one – unification, a totality of related parts. “There is one body,” according to Paul, and we have been given many gifts and capacities. Unity ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Tears Of Hell

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 10, 2023

Jesus weeps over the lost. Do we?

When Jesus entered Jerusalem the Sunday before Passover, He received the peoples’ welcome as the coming Messiah as they shouted, “Hosanna!” (Save Us!). After some Pharisees challenged Him, Luke says, “Now as He drew near, He saw the city and wept over it” (Luke 19:41, NKJV). This is one of two ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fruit And Flesh

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 27, 2022

Are we living by the Holy Spirit's power, or are we living by the control of the flesh?

We all have sinful desires (flesh), but in order to follow the Holy Spirit, we must deal with these issues. We cannot ignore them. The spontaneous works of the Holy Spirit is fruit. We cannot get them unless we allow Christ to work in us through the Holy Spirit. In verses 16-18: Paul depicts the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sermon On Gracious Acceptance

Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 1, 2022

Gracious Acceptance is said to receive something in a polite or kind manner.

Alexander “Sandy” McCall Smith, a British writer once remarked: “Gracious acceptance is an art – an art which most never bother to cultivate. We think that we have to learn how to give, but we forget about accepting things, which can be much harder than giving…. Accepting another person’s gift is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10, Colossians 3:15-20, Romans 11:29, Hebrews 12:28

Sermon On Blue-Sky Thinking

Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 15, 2024

A kite is defined as a light frame, often of quadrilateral design, with a thin material stretched over it, which is strategically flown in the air at the end of a long piece of string.

Börje Ekholm, a Swedish business executive once remarked: “I think we have challenges, but we have so many opportunities to get it right. I like it when we have a little bit of a headwind. The kite actually lifts when you have a headwind and doesn't when there is lift from the back.” James ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13, Proverbs 3:4-6, James 1:12, Isaiah 31:5

Sermon On A Measure Of Time

Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 18, 2024

A measure of time is defined as an indefinite continued progress of existence and events which take into consideration the past, present and future, regarded as a whole.

Lindsay Eagar, an American author once remarked: “Measuring time isn't as simple as adding or subtracting minutes from a clock. ... You must find your own measuring stick.” Ephesians 5:15-17 reminds us: “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:12, Colossians 4:5, Matthew 6:33, Proverbs 16:9

Sermon On An Odyssey Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 26, 2024

“The Odyssey” is one of two major ancient Greek epic poems attributed to Homer, a Greek poet.

Bettany Mary Hughes, a British-born historian, author and broadcaster once remarked: “To me that is what the Odyssey is all about, it's about being in the world and unexpected challenges and dangers are thrown at you.” Matthew 5:17 reminds us: “Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12, 1 Corinthians 2:13, John 14:6, Luke 16:17

Splagchnizomai

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jul 18, 2024

"Splagchnizomai" is the Greek word that Mark uses to describe the depth of compassion Jesus had on the crowd of people that were like sheep without a shepherd. How can we have this kind of love?

COMPASSION FATIGUE! WHAT IS IT? THE ACTUAL DEFINITION IS “INDIFFERENCE TO CHARITABLE APPEALS ON BEHALF OF THOSE WHO ARE SUFFERING, EXPERIENCED AS A RESULT OF THE FREQUENCY OR NUMBER OF SUCH APPEALS.” COMPASSION FATIGUE IS FAR GREATER THAN JUST BEING “TIRED” AND SHOULD NOT BE MISTAKEN FOR BURNOUT. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-34, Ephesians 4:32, 1 Peter 3:8, 1 John 2:6, Matthew 5:44, Colossians 3:13, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

What Does It Mean To Follow In His Steps?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jul 21, 2024

What does it mean to follow, will we suffer, will we learn anything, and how do we follow?

What Does It Mean to Follow in His Steps? 1 Peter 2:21-25 (21) Obeying Authority: In 1 Peter 2:11-25, Peter writes that Christians are to submit to those in power. He uncovers God's will for the individuals who are free in Christ: to enthusiastically submit to each human authoritative figure ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How The Holy Spirit Helps You Improve Your Teaching

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express... in accordance with God’s will."

How the Holy Spirit Helps You Improve Your Teaching Illustration:Do not hastily ascribe things to God. Do not easily suppose dreams, voices, impressions, visions or revelations to be from God. They may be from Him. They may be from nature. They may be from the Devil. J.K. Johnston, John Wesley ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Communion And Its Commitment

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 27, 2002

This sermon addresses how we are united by One and also how we are one for all.

COMMUNION AND ITS COMMITMENT Text: First Corinthians 10:16-17 "According to medieval legend, before King Arthur sent his knights on errantry to right wrongs and befriend the helpless, he would call them together at his round table, where each knight could see the face of the his king and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:16-17

Denomination: United Methodist

9 Benefits Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Wah Lok Ng on Nov 14, 2006

This sermon show examples of prayer in the Book of Acts and the positive results of the prayer.

9 BENEFITS OF PRAYER By : Ng Wah Lok Text : Acts 2:42 “They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer”. Results of Acts 2:42 a) Miracles, signs and wonders took place – v 43 b) Needs were met – V44 c) Souls were saved - ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

A Great Mutiny

Contributed by J. Curtis Goforth, O.s.l. on Sep 17, 2006

Sermon for the 15th Sunday after Pentecost reminding us that being a Christian is more than just using Christian words and acting like one on a special day of the year.

A Great Mutiny Sermon on James 3:1-12 Pentecost +15- B September 17, 2006 Rev. J. Curtis Goforth, O.S.L. “For every species of beast and bird, of reptile and sea creature, can be tamed and has been tamed by the human species, but no one can tame the tongue—a restless evil, full of deadly ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Slip Sliding Away

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Oct 11, 2005

God’s goal with Gideon was transformation, as it was with the entire nation of Israel. But after the victory, choices were made that set the nation right back on the same road to destruction. These are choices we can make as well, or avoid.

Passage: Judges 8:22-35 Intro: “Slip sliding way. Slip sliding away. You know the nearer your destination the more you’re slip sliding away... God only knows. God makes His plan. The information’s unavailable to mortal man. We work our jobs, collect our pay. Believe we’re flyin’ down the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 8:22-35

Denomination: Evangelical Free

How Should The Lord's Supper Be Conducted ?

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Jun 8, 2004

This is a brief overview of how the early Church observed the Lord’s Supper or the Communion, providing an example for the Church today.

Matthew, Mark and Luke give us the historical account of the institution of the Lord’s supper (Matthew 26:26-29; Mark 14:22-25; Luke 22:17-20). Jesus instituted the Supper toward the close of His and the disciples’ partaking of the Passover meal. Because of this connection, the Passover meal is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-34, Matthew 26:26-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ