Sermons on Insignificance:

The Fear Of God

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jun 6, 2021

Part of our series on the major themes or lessons from the minor prophets. In this Sunday’s Message we’ll be looking at what it means to fear the Lord from the prophet Haggai, and those things that dissuade us from fulfilling God’s call, and how are we to respond.

The Fear of God The Book of Haggai Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IV5ycYJsQew We’ve been working our way through the minor prophets looking at their major themes, and in the process seeing some of God’s characteristics to boot. To date we’ve looked at the prophet Jonah and the theme of ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

The Paradoxes Of Christmas

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Dec 19, 2021

The Christmas story is saturated with fascinating paradoxes. This sermon examines some of them for the edification of the saints.

The Paradoxes of Christmas Chuck Sligh December 19, 2021 Adapted from a sermon by D. Greg Ebie titled Christmas Paradox on SermonCentral.com. TEXT: Colossians 2:9 – “For in him [Christ] dwelleth all the fullness of the Godhead bodily.” INTRODUCTION Webster’s defines a paradox as a seemingly ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:9

Denomination: Baptist

Take Off Your Mask

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on May 4, 2021

Written in 2020, this message applies to all fear; but especially addresses fear of the Corona Virus. Fear is part of the human condition; but our fears would cease if we would place our hope in Jesus Christ, instead of our false securities.

I’ve entitled our sermon for this morning, “Take Off Your Mask and Be Unafraid.” All of us want to feel as though we have a good handle on life and that nothing ever shakes us; but in reality, we are fearful creatures. So, what are some common fears we might see? Well, some people fear growing ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:18, 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

The Donkey's Owners Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Apr 7, 2025

Someone who gave it up simply because "the Lord needs it."

Title: The Donkey's Owners Intro: Someone who gave it up simply because "the Lord needs it." Scripture: Luke 19:28-40. Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers, "The Lord needs it." – Luke 19:31 Have you ever thought about the people who owned the donkey that Jesus rode ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-40

Denomination: Other

God's Toolbox

Contributed by John Dobbs on May 5, 2003

The Church is God’s toolbox, used to fulfill His mission for the Kingdom.

GOD’S TOOLBOX Introduction: 1. Every Christian is not only needed, but vital to God’s purposes for the kingdom; the church represents God’s box of useful tools for His purpose and glory. 2. When Jesus was about to leave the earth, he gave his disciples a mission. Acts 1:8 "But you will receive ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:4-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Third Word: Compassion Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 24, 2005

The third word of our Savior on the cross is directed primarily to his mother. An analysis of Jesus’ third word on the cross, as set forth in John 19:25-27, teaches us about his compassion.

Introduction It is often profitable to study the last words of dying men. Many sermons have been preached on the last words of Jesus. As he hung on the cross on that first Good Friday he uttered seven short sentences or phrases. We usually call these the “seven last words of Christ.” For the ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Tears Of Jesus

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jul 9, 2003

Let’s weep over the same things Christ wept over and not so much the other things we sometimes cry about.

Surely Jesus is the manliest man who ever lived, for no one endured and suffered what He did. Yet the Bible clearly states that this strong man shed tears. "Jesus wept." He was a strong man, yet a man of great compassion. Since it was proper for Jesus to cry then certainly it is for us. But ...read more

Scripture: John 11:35

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Focus

Contributed by Joe Harding on Apr 18, 2001

. As we look together at the life of Daniel, a Hebrew in exile in Babylon, we can see the exact debacle taking place there. But, the outcomes might be different for Daniel?

FINDING FOCUS DANIEL 6: 1-16 NOVEMBER 26, 2000 INTRODUCTION: Important definitions:  CHAD: noun. The punch out portion of a punch style voting ballot.  DIMPLE: noun. A chad on a voting ballot that is bulging but not pierced, by a voter’s stylus.  PREGNANT CHAD: noun. A ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Pencil

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Feb 19, 2003

We were created for a purpose. This sermon shows the similarities between the Christian and a pencil.

The Pencil Often times Jesus used commonplace things to teach great biblical truths. In Luke 12 Jesus uses the Birds of the air and the Lilly’s of the Field to teach that God is in control and that he will take care of his children. With that in mind I would like us to consider tonight the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Preachers Kid And You

Contributed by Tim Bartee on Sep 14, 2002

How does the congregation relate to the PK? As a pastor do you ever stop and put yourself in your kid’s shoes? This message has specifics that answer bith these questions.

The PK (Preacher’s Kid) and You Have you ever had one of those days where it seemed that nothing goes your way? Recently I was having one of those kind of days until I heard the testimony of a pastor who shared the story of his daughter and son. His daughter, at the age of six, was struck by an ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Church Of God

The Greatest Verse

Contributed by Jerry Smith on Sep 16, 2002

John 3:16 Expository

Introduction: I know that more the odds of every one of us in here have heard this verse is pretty good. In fact I’m pretty sure that most of us know definitely have this verse memorized. I read something recently that said a Sunday school teacher kept a copy of this verse in a walnut shell on ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Methodist

How To Be A Great Patriot - Rom. 9:1-5

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 26, 2001

How to Be a Great Patriot - Romans 9:1-5

How to Be a Great Patriot - Rom. 9:1-5 Today it is popular to be a good American, but what are the Biblical criteria for being a great patriot? Paul, the apostle, gives us an example of what is involved in being one who is a Biblical patriot who loved His people out of a love from Jesus Christ. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Spiritually Progressing Or Regressing?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Progressing - To move forward while proceeding steadily to the advancement of a goal.

Progressing - To move forward while proceeding steadily to the advancement of a goal. Regressing - To move backwards while falling back to an earlier spiritual level of growth. To return to an earlier state of development, maturity or understanding. Why People Spiritually Regress - Some people ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Season Of Song

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 6, 2001

The song of Mary helps us to understand the true meaning of Christmas in a new way.

A Season of Song Luke 1:39-80 December 1997 Introduction I. The timeless message in music A. Love of Christmas music Have you ever noticed how everyone loves the songs of Christmas? Year after year the same timeless songs come back just after Thanksgiving. Songs like Silent Night, O Come All Ye ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-56

Denomination: Church Of God

Ten Ways To Be Enriched

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Feb 25, 2006

Jabez prays for enrichment and God responds with numerous blessings that are beyond human comprehension.

Ten Ways to Be Enriched by God (I Chron 4:9,10) Have you ever wondered why some people seem to know how to pray in a way that brings spiritual, emotional, mental and physical enrichment? Jabez prays for supernatural intervention and God responds with numerous blessings that are beyond human ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational