Sermons on Inevitable:

Fighters For Peace Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 12, 2021

The peacemaker must take the same risks as the warmaker. It costs Jesus His life to be a peacemaker, and this is the price many have paid to bring peace between God and man, as well as between men.

One of the paradoxes of life is the fact that the peacemaker must be a fighter to be effective. Edwin Markham just before his death in 1940 remarked that his fondest hope had not been realized. He had wanted to write a poem that would dispense the armies of the world. Unfortunately, peace is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

The Flight Into Egypt And The Massacre Of The Innocents.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 28, 2022

A spiritual walk and a spiritual battle.

THE FLIGHT INTO EGYPT AND THE MASSACRE OF THE INNOCENTS. Matthew 2:13-23. I. THE FLIGHT INTO EGYPT. Matthew 2:13-15; Matthew 2:19-23. 1. Joseph was called into exile (Matthew 2:13). It is important that we do not linger in the place where we have been, but continue to follow the leading of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

David And Absalom Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Dec 16, 2022

David's shame and favoritism prevented him from being the father he should have been - with terrible consequences

December 17, 2022 Years went by… Absalom (3rd son) had a sister, Tamar. Amnon (1st son) “loved” Tamar – so much so that he made himself ill because he couldn’t have her. Amnon’s friend, Jonadab suggested that he pretend to be ill and ask Tamar to bring him some food. • 2 Samuel 13:11-13 - But ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:10, 2 Samuel 13:11-13, 2 Samuel 13:15-17, 2 Samuel 14:25

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Passionate About The Church Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 21, 2016

Paul was passionate about the church. He had developed a personal relationship with them and knew their needs and concerns. Pastors, and those within the church, can glean much from the Apostle in this passage. We need the commitment and passion he had.

Passionate about the Church Philippians 4: 1-3 In order to effectively lead a congregation of believers, the pastor must have a burden for the people within the congregation, while developing personal relationships with them. Paul understood this principle of leadership and provided a great ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Warning For This Generation Series

Contributed by Andrew Drury on Mar 26, 2015

How God moves in judgement

Below is the outline of the sermon, I preached on Sunday 1 June 2014 at West Ewell Evangelical Church, Surrey - the third in a series on the book of Nahum. Nahum chapter 3 Introduction What generation describes you? The Who reminded us that they were ‘Talking bout my generation.' The ...read more

Scripture: Nahum 3:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Welcome To Church, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Andrew Drury on Mar 26, 2015

Seeing the Church through grace and peace

This sermon (1 Corinthians 1: 1 - 3) was preached at West Ewell Evangelical Church, Surrey, on Sunday 6 June 2014. In Acts 18: 1 – 22, we read of the visit of Paul with Silas and Timothy to Corinth. Paul spent 6 months in tent making, and by preaching and teaching. Both Jews and Greeks were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Do You Have The Fruit Of Repentance In Your Life?

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 4, 2015

“Brood of vipers! Who warned you to flee from the wrath to come?” He is talking to Pharisees and Sadducees, who were very religious but also very distant from God. Many of us here this morning could easily claim to be very religious, but if we are. . . .

25-Aug-05 Do You Have The Fruit Of Repentance In Your Life? Matthew 3:7-11 7 But when he saw many of the Pharisees and Sadducees coming to his baptism, he said to them, “Brood of vipers! Who warned you to flee from the wrath to come? 8 Therefore bear fruits worthy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Born Again To See And Conquer!

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Mar 7, 2015

It's not the wise and sophisticated intellectuals admired and looked up to in the world, who are foremost in the kingdom. We need to be born again as a little child into the Kingdom of God, relying on Him always!

At the same time came the disciples unto Jesus, saying, Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven? And Jesus called a little child unto him, and set him in the midst of them, And said, Verily I say unto you, Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Thanks For Not Running Away Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 15, 2015

Let's talk about the high value of motherhood, the glorious vision of motherhood, the taxing reality of motherhood, and the ultimate restoration of motherhood (Adapted from: http://www.jubilee.org.za/documents/Booklet1_MotherhoodArticle_000.pdf)

HoHum: Went shopping for Mother’s Day card- Most over the top sappy and syrupy sweet. Found one that made me LOL- Front (picture of a woman with two suitcases) Mom - I'm sure you've thought of it a few times... Inside: ...but thanks for not running away! Happy Mother's Day! Now that's ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Convictions Of The Church That Change The World

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 20, 2016

6 Convictions of the early church that can change the world today (Based on an article by Rick Warren on Pastors.com: http://pastors.com/6-convictions-church-changes-world/)

HoHum: “Those who accepted his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to their number that day.” Acts 2:41, NIV. Much present day evangelism seeks to make coming to Christ easy. Many today would be appalled that Peter made the cost of coming to Christ so high. How ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Pursuit Of Excellence: "Finishing Life Well"

Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Sep 27, 2016

Some of the great people of faith in the Bible did not finish life well. They had downturns.

Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, April 10, 2016 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter The Pursuit of Excellence: “Finishing Life Well!” [Part One] Philippians 3:1-11 A wise pastor once offered me this piece of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Avoid The Effects Of Sin Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Dec 18, 2015

PROPOSITION: Because Christ is the only one able to provide spiritual liberty; you must turn from your evil ways and submit to Him!

How to Avoid the Effects of Sin 2 Kings 17:7-23 Scripture Introduction: Please turn with me to 2 Kings 17. Have you ever noticed the effects of sin in your life; broken or damaged relationships, contention in your home, and/or health issues. In this passage this morning God provides us through ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 17:7-23

Denomination: Baptist

Facing The Rapids Of Life

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024

Keeping our eyes on the One, who is navigating the rapids brings joy and security. He’s taken lots of others through before.

Opening Illustration: Some years ago, I was enjoying the start of my first whitewater rafting experience—until I heard the roar of the rapids up ahead. My emotions were flooded with feelings of uncertainty, fear, and insecurity at the same time. Riding through the whitewater was a first-rate, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 28:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Embracing Uncertainty: Finding Joy In Life's Twists And Turns

Contributed by Justin Dietel on Jul 12, 2024

Today, as we gather in worship, I want to share with you a reflection on the journey of life—its challenges, its uncertainties, and the profound lessons it teaches us about trust and faith.

Good morning, beloved congregation. Today, as we gather in worship, I want to share with you a reflection on the journey of life—its challenges, its uncertainties, and the profound lessons it teaches us about trust and faith. As many of you may be aware, I'm still relatively new to the Zion ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, James 1:2-4

Week Four Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Mar 15, 2021

Confession is not so much a requirement for believers as it is an opportunity for restoration of fellowship after offending our holy God. Christians are a confessing people!

“Lent is one of the oldest observations on the Christian calendar. Like all Christian holy days and holidays, it has changed over the years, but its purpose has always been the same: self-examination and penitence, demonstrated by self-denial, in preparation for Easter. Early church father ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-11, James 5:16, 1 John 1:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational