Sermons on Insignificance:

The Poor In Spirit Series

Contributed by Mike Hamilton on Jul 15, 2003

The poor in spirit are those who REALIZE that they are spiritually BANKRUPT before a Holy God and are in NEED of his Grace.

“The Poor in Spirit” Matthew 5:3 SOM I. Introduction A. Review As we continue our study of the Sermon on the Mount, we are reminded that this sermon is a Constitution for those who enter Christ’s new Kingdom. It is filled with guidelines for how to live as God’s chosen people. These ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Baptist

Rooted In Christ

Contributed by Daniel Owen on Jul 25, 2003

A children’s sermon illustrating our need to be rooted and grounded in Christ.

Children’s talk: Ephesians 3:14-21 Prop: Small Oak tree in a pot. Can anyone tell me what type of plant is in this pot? (Oak). Not that long ago, this little oak was just a small seed. Can anyone tell me what the seed of an oak is called? (Acorn). There’s even a well known proverb which ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

If Your Eye Offends Thee

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Mar 10, 2004

Discussion on the protection of the Body of Christ and the church.Commandments of Jesus Christ, The Head of all things concerning the Church.

If Your Eye Offend Thee. Matthew 6:29-30 , Mark 9:47 In todays world, we are compassed with many different doctrine and religions. Religions that turn the truth into a lie. Jesus told us about these things, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:29-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Drawing Of Naaman The Outsider

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 7, 2013

It is a mark of true leadership to be able to take advice from those whom we lead.

THE DRAWING OF NAAMAN THE OUTSIDER. 2 Kings 5:1-14. ‘While we were yet sinners, Christ died for us’ (Romans 5:8). Those who were ‘far off are made nigh by the blood of Jesus’ (Ephesians 2:13). Holistic healing comes to those who are outside (Luke 4:27). Naaman, as commander of the Syrian army, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

That I May Win Christ

Contributed by Rickey Bradford on Jun 7, 2011

This message centers on the one driving force behind the Apostle Paul's ministry and work--to know Christ

That I May Win Christ Philippians 3: 7-8 Introduction • This morning we take a look into the mind and the motivation of the Apostle Paul. • His life’s goal and calling can be summed up in Phil. 3 What Things Were Gain— • Things—Hostis (Hahs—tis) In Greek ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-8

Denomination: Church Of God

Present History

Contributed by Ed Lu on Nov 27, 2011

A Sermonette during our church's Thanksgiving and 20th Anniversary Celebration

My topic of sharing is on the Present History of RCAC. I struggled with the term “present history”. As we know, the present means now (things that exist now, things that are new) while history means things of the past, things that are old. Almost sounded like an oxymoron. With help ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

Do Not Worry Series

Contributed by Sourav Dasgupta on Jan 3, 2022

Fix Your Eyes on Jesus rather than on chores of life to be full of Joy

. . *DO NOT WORRY.* (Matthew 6: 25-34) Many people in the world are going through unprecedental problems or sickness and are going through worries of different levels... Problems can come for everyone but how we face it or handle it differs from person to person and depends on who we are or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

As A Little Child

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 26, 2020

A call to humility. A warning against stumbling blocks. Lost sheep found.

AS A LITTLE CHILD. Matthew 18:1-14. 1. The disciples came to Jesus, openly and unashamedly asking, “Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” (Matthew 18:1). Jesus’ response was to call a little child to Himself. The child freely and willingly came. Jesus set him in the midst of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Widows' Mite Lesson 28 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 14, 2017

God delights to use small things so His glory is seen.

A. INTRODUCTION “While Jesus was in the Temple, he watched the rich people dropping their gifts in the collection box. Then a poor widow came by and dropped in two small coins. ‘I tell you the truth,’ Jesus said, ‘this poor widow has given more than all the rest of them. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross Versus The New Age Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 19, 2019

“Old gods never die, they just come back in new clothing.” The “old gods” Paul dealt with in his day are back!

THE CROSS VERSUS THE NEW AGE I CORINTHIANS 1:18-31 INTRODUCTION: “Old gods never die, they just come back in new clothing.” The “old gods” Paul dealt with in his day are back! I simply call them the “new age” gods. What am I driving at? Look at this text and note the following. I. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Small & The Large Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Aug 5, 2018

God has chosen the small to defeat the great, and the foolish ones of this world to confound the wise. We can all look forward to an extraordinary reward for the small things we do in service to Him.

Revelation 11 15. And the seventh angel played his trumpet, and there were great voices in heaven, saying “the Kingdom of this world is become of our Lord, and of His Christ, and he shall reign forever and ever. 16. and the twenty four elders, the ones before their God who is sitting on the throne, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 11:15-19

Denomination: *other

El Roi- When You Are Used Or Abused Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 16, 2018

This is the 6th sermon in the series "Knowing God".

Series: Knowing God [#6] EL ROI- WHEN YOU ARE USED OR ABUSED Genesis 16:13 Introduction: So far in our study, we have come to know God as Elohim, Jehovah, and El Elyon, and Adonai. Through these 4 names we have seen that God not only creates but has a special relationship with human beings. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:13

Denomination: Baptist

James The Less: The Unknown Disciple Lesson 10 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 12, 2023

A disciple ministers in the place of Jesus Christ. Where He cannot go, we go in His place.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. James the Less one of those persons who seems to fall between the cracks of history. a. His father is named Alphaeus (Matthew 10:3; Mark 3:19; Luke 6:15). b. His mother was also a follower of Jesus and was one of the women at the cross (Matthew 27:55-56, 61; Mark 15:40). ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:14, John 8:31, John 13:34-35

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Serve Others - Mark 9:35 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 29, 2025

Mark 9:35 is a powerful and challenging call from Jesus—a call to serve others.

Go! And Serve Others Introduction It is a joy to gather together and open the Word of God. Today, we are focusing on a powerful and challenging call from Jesus—a call to serve others. The world tells us that greatness is about power, influence, and status. But Jesus turns this thinking upside ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:35, Philippians 2:5-7, Galatians 5:13, Matthew 25:40

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Real Thanksgiving Turkeys!

Contributed by John Dobbs on Nov 19, 2023

It is so easy to forget the blessings that God has given us.

The REAL Thanksgiving Turkeys! It is so easy to forget the blessings that God has given us. The Psalmist wrote, "Praise the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits…” (Psalm 103:2). On Thanksgiving Day in the United States, we’ll enjoy a meal with turkeys – but the REAL Thanksgiving ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:2, Psalm 107:15, 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ