Sermons on Individual Work:

The Gift That Keeps On Giving Series

Contributed by John Bright on Jan 16, 2021

Working through the book of Philippians using consecutive expository preaching. Philippians 4:14-19

Series: Philippians Sermon: “The Gift that Keeps on Giving” Philippians 4:14-19 Pastor John Bright Philippians 4 “14 Nevertheless you have done well that you shared in my distress. 15 Now you Philippians know also that in the beginning of the gospel, when I departed from Macedonia, no church ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-19, Exodus 29:41, Isaiah 56:7

Denomination: Methodist

A Grace-Filled Goodbye Series

Contributed by John Bright on Jan 16, 2021

Working through the book of Philippians using consecutive expository preaching. Philippians 4:20-23

Series: Philippians Sermon: “A Grace-Filled Goodbye” Philippians 4:20-23 Pastor John Bright Philippians 4 “20 Now to our God and Father be glory forever and ever. Amen. 21 Greet every saint in Christ Jesus. The brethren who are with me greet you. 22 All the saints greet you, but especially those ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:20-23, Acts 17:6, Galatians 3:26-29, 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Methodist

Eulogy Lillie M. Jackson

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 30, 2015

Lillie was a believer in Christ who loved her familly, overcame several challenges, and worked in the church.

Funeral Eulogy Lillie Jackson 11/29/2015 Psalms 116:15-15 Ecclesiastes 3:1-14 Romans 8:28-35 God took notice and smiled on Monday morning, and all that great crowd witnesses that surround us gave out a loud cheer as Sister Lillie Jackson rose up out of her bed and took her place among the saints ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:5-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Living By Triumphant Faith Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Dec 18, 2015

PROPOSITION: Because of Christ’s atoning work, faith in Him provides great joy.

Living by Triumphant Faith Habakkuk How can we live in a fallen world where violence dominates and still experience joy? PROPOSITION: Because of Christ’s atoning work, faith in Him provides great joy. I. Resist the tendency to be overwhelmed by the world’s injustice! Habakkuk is ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How To Recover Your Spiritual Edge?

Contributed by Charles Jones on Feb 24, 2018

When we are doing the LORD’S work it is important that we take time to “sharpen the axe.”

How To Recover Your Spiritual Edge? II Kings 6:1-7 2 Kings 6:1-7 New King James Version And the sons of the prophets said to Elisha, “See now, the place where we dwell with you is too small for us. Please, let us go to the Jordan, and let every man take a beam from there, and let us make there ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Excuses Excuses Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 26, 2018

Moses was called by God to do work but he came up with excuses; how about us?

Please open your bibles to Exodus chapter 3…. We noted in v1-6 of Exodus 3 how holy God is and wherever He is is holy ground. God is holy but He calls unholy people personally to Him. God, who has created everything, is to be approached with humility, respect, and holiness! God is the Creator; ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:10-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Cleansing The Temple

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Mar 11, 2018

Convenience and compromise can devastate the Church, disqualifying us from the work Christ has for us.

Parishioners at Brentwood Baptist Church in Houston are singing the Lord's praises right along with the world-famous McDonald's slogan, "We love to see you smile." The church is the first in the nation to have a McDonald's hamburger franchise on its grounds. The franchise is located inside the ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Denomination: Other

Saul's Prophetic Journey

Contributed by Larry Semore on Feb 9, 2017

Sometimes God does a work in us that no one sees at the time, but everyone will see the results later

Saul’s Prophetic Journey 1 Samuel 10:1-13 1 Samuel 10:1-13 KJV - Then Samuel took a vial of oil, and poured it upon his head, and kissed him, and said, Is it not because the Lord hath anointed thee to be captain over his inheritance? 2 When thou art departed from me today, then thou shalt find ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:1-13

Denomination: Church Of God

"Dabbling" In Sin Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 24, 2017

A genuine disciple of Jesus can’t go back to work for his or her old boss

This week I read about a teenager who was explaining to his father why he should be allowed to go see a movie at the theater. That particular movie had all of his favorite actors and it was “only” rated PG-13 because it merely suggested sex, but never really showed it. And the language wasn’t too ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

Lent4b—rejoice Sunday

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Feb 2, 2018

The theology of enjoyment in the Book of Ecclesiastes is repeated over and over: find enjoyment and satisfaction in your work.

It’s optional— when the Church’s sacred ministers wear “pink” on Laetare Sunday —the Fourth Sunday of Lent. The word is from the Latin word for the command “rejoice!” To illustrate this theme: A famous preacher was trying to teach his students to make their facial expressions harmonize with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:1-6, Ephesians 2:4-10

Denomination: Catholic

The Word, The Light, And The Incarnation

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Mar 6, 2016

Presents what John's prologue has to teach us about the person and work of Jesus Christ.

John 1:1-14 Introduction Two weeks ago we reflected on the opening text of Genesis and of the whole Bible. “In the beginning,” presented the already presence of the eternal God. He alone is Creator of man, who is made in his image; and he alone is Creator of all creation, which bears ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Beautiful Feet"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 10, 2017

Beautiful Feet do work for the Kingdom they are creative, they offer help, and they are humble enough to do it.

Here's the true story of Bill Barnes, a creative Miami, Florida, pastor who resolved to stop staring at the homeless in Dade County and do something about them. Bill Barnes had an idea! Since other people were giving them sandwiches, he decided to give them shoes or socks. Few sneakers or socks ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:5-15

Denomination: Methodist

Tenebrae Service

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 13, 2022

This service can be customized any way you see would work better for your congregation.

Welcome. Introduce guests. Instructions: Tonight is going to be a little different from most services that you are used to. A solemn occasion. It commemorates the crucifixion, the death, and burial of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As we begin our service, I emphasize that as the service ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

Mission Sunday

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 1, 2022

I want to help frame the idea of “mission work” in a way that includes opportunities for Christians and the church.

Note: This sermon is written by Daniel Kirkendall, prepared for July 3, 2022. Honduras Sunday As I share about my experience in Honduras and the opportunities that are available to us here at Forsythe, there are a few questions I want us to think about moving forward. John just wrapped up a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44, Luke 9:23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Waiting For God To Answer Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 1, 2022

Waiting patiently can be hard work, and this is especially true when we are waiting upon the Lord.

Waiting for God to answer My wife and I have just recovered from our second round of Covid-19. After each positive lateral flow test, we had to wait patiently for the day our tests would be negative. I am sure you would agree that waiting patiently can be hard work, and this is especially true ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal