Sermons on Insects:

Sermon On Respecting Our Environment

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 1, 2020

Some selfish people in life tend to only think of themselves

Steve Irwin, the former Australian zookeeper, television personality, wildlife expert, environmentalist and conservationist once stated: “The single biggest threat to our planet is the destruction of habitat and along the way, loss of precious wildlife. We need to reach a balance where people, ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 34:2-4, Isaiah 24:4-6, John 1:3

Sermon On Demons

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 9, 2021

A demon is identified as a supernatural being, largely considered evil, which can possess humans and remove them from the path of righteousness.

Ip Man, the Chinese martial artist, and grandmaster of the martial art Wing Chun, once remarked: “We all have inner demons to fight, we call these demons, fear and hatred and anger. If you do not conquer them, then a life of one hundred years is a tragedy. If you do, then a life of a single day can ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:21, Matthew 25:41, James 2:19

On That New Day

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Nov 28, 2022

A sermon for the first Sunday of Advent, Year A

November 27, 2022 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Matthew 24:36-44 On That New Day Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. There’s something about beginning a new year. On January first, we take down the old, dog-eared ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Lutheran

Overcoming The Mistakes Of Idolatry

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Choose this day if you will worship the Lord or contemporary idols. Find out what are the consequences for making the wrong choice.

Overcoming the Mistakes of Idolatry (Josh. 17:1-18) Quote:Idolatry is worshiping anything that ought to be used, or using anything that ought to be worshiped. Augustine. Many people are living only for earthly pleasures that cannot satisfy their deepest longings. Millions of people vainly ...read more

Scripture: Judges 17:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Weeds In The Kingdom: Part 1

Contributed by Jason Frazier on Jun 21, 2001

Just like weeds in our garden tell us something, weeds in the kingdom of God do also; these are attitudes and actions that can destroy lives. What are weeds & Why Control Them?

TEXT: Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 “Weeds in the Kingdom” – Part 1 When I lived with my parents, you couldn’t pay me enough money to work in their garden. But once we bought our first house, I have discovered that I like to garden. I like watering, planting, & even weeding. As I began to work in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30, Matthew 13:36-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

Santa Claus – A Bit Of Comedy And Realism Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Dec 5, 2025

We have here comedy and realism. We all know Santa, the delusion of the world, is fake, but here is a different sort of posting. Mathematics and Science are involved but I am not expert there, so facts may not be greatly accurate. This is more for your enjoyment.

SANTA CLAUS – A BIT OF COMEDY AND REALISM 28 years ago I used to belong to a Christian forum and one of the fellows there posted an article on Santa Claus that was sort of comical but realistic at the same time, hence the title of this posting. I do not know the origin of the post. Over the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:27, John 3:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On The Sparrows Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 14, 2025

A sparrow is defined as a common bird of flight and song.

Mahatma Gandhi, an Indian lawyer, anti-colonial nationalist and political ethicist once remarked: “Look at the sparrows; they do not know what they will do in the next moment. Let us literally live from moment to moment.” Matthew 6:26 reminds us: “Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:20-21, Psalm 104:12, Proverbs 26:2, 1 Peter 5:7

Sermon On The Ponds Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on May 23, 2025

The definition of a pond is chronicled as a small body of still water formed naturally or by artificial means.

Francine Rivers, a female American author once remarked: “Life is like a pond, and every decision and act we commit, good or bad, is a pebble flung into it. The ripples spread in widening circles.” Jeremiah 17:8 reminds us: “He is like a tree planted by water, that sends out its roots by the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:2, Romans 12:4-5, John 7:38, Ezekiel 47:9

Hearing God In Creation Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jul 12, 2007

Just as we can get to know an artist through their art, we can know God through His creation

How To Have a Personal Relationship With Jesus July 8, 2007 Hearing God in his Creation Over the past few months we’ve been doing this series called. “How To Have a Personal Relationship With Jesus” We’ve looked at how to start the relationship; how to talk to God, how to recognize God’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9

Denomination: *other

Rod And Staff Series

Contributed by Peter Parry on Jun 4, 2004

The rod and staff are reflective of the nature of God and both are needed.

ROD AND STAFF (Ps. 23:4) Thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. If you can think back for a moment to the Charlie Brown cartoon characters and Linus carrying around his blanket, now and then sucking his thumb, you get an image of early childhood comfort. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Congregational

5 Lent, Year B

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Mar 31, 2003

Once again, Jesus invites all would-be followers to join him in his way of the cross.

Sermon for 5 Lent Yr B, 6/04/2003 Based on Jn. 12:20-33 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson The old adage has it that: “Curiosity kills the cat.” Well, in today’s gospel, we learn of some Greeks, who were likely curious alright about this Jesus. After ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33

Denomination: Lutheran

Purpose Of The Church

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 8, 2005

The purpose of the church What is the purpose of Harvest Community Church? 1 Corinthians 9 16 For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel! A divinely ca

The purpose of the church What is the purpose of Harvest Community Church? 1 Corinthians 9 16 For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel! A divinely called and scripturally ordained ministry has been ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Compassion And Light On Christmas

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Jan 3, 2004

Christmas 2: Jesus’ selfless love and compassion is offered by God to bring light and forgiveness to sinful human self-centeredness.

In his book The Power of the Powerless (New York: Doubleday, 1988), Christopher de Vinck tells a simple story. He writes: “One spring afternoon my five-year-old son, David, and I were planting raspberry bushes along the side of the garage. A neighbor joined us for a few moments. David pointed to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

The Bible And Retirement: Lesson 2: The Seasons Of Life

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 15, 2003

Series: The Bible and Retirement

A. INTRODUCTION - REVIEW 1. Winter – Dreams and planning (childhood). 2. Spring – Planting and preparation (youth). 3. Summer – Growth and hard work (adult). 4. Autumn – Harvest and enjoying the fruits of your work (retirement). B. PERSONAL JOURNEY THRU THE SEASONS 1. The direction is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

Of Seed And Soils

Contributed by Gary Roth on Jul 15, 2002

God is the good gardner, working his people into good soil, fit to plant in the seed of his presence.

"Of Seed and Soils" Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 I would like to fancy myself a gardener, although I’ve only been at it about thirty years, and am humbled at the presence of some of you Master Gardeners in the congregation. I am also finding out that gardening in the south is a different kind of animal ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Lutheran