Sermons on Iran:

A Mothering God

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 8, 2012

That is the kind of relationship we have with God, who compared Himself to a mother: “As one whom his mother comforts, so I will comfort you” (Isaiah 66: 13).

Opening illustration: When I stuck my camera into the bush to take a picture of the baby robins, they opened their mouths without opening their eyes. They were so used to having mama robin feed them whenever the branches moved that they didn’t even look to see who (or what) was causing the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 66:7-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hope In A Groaning World

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jul 2, 2020

Our HOPE in a frustrated creation: God promises to redeem creation, God adopts us as his children, the Holy Spirit gives us a taste of our glorious future.

HOPE IN A GROANING WORLD—Romans 8:14-27 On the World Frustration Index, what do you think the current level is? Actually, the World Frustration Index is fictional; I made it up. But if there were such a thing, what level would we be at? ***For 2020: Pretty high! We have been stuck inside for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:12-27, Romans 8:14-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Ephesians 3 What Did Paul Suffer For?

Contributed by Jonathan Newlon on May 15, 2020

Paul suffered selflessly over the course of his ministry. Let's see how he suffered, what he suffered for, and ask ourselves if we are willing to do the same.

Jonathan Newlon Uniontown Church of Christ 15 May 2020 What did Paul suffer for? Introduction In Ephesians 3, Paul mentions his suffering for the Lord, but more importantly, why he was willing to undergo that suffering. He was suffering for the sake of the Gospel. Over his ministry, he was beaten, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:13-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pentecost Start Day For The Church.

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on May 31, 2020

Celebrating life change that occurs through the Holy Spirit. This is a sermon that I have previously used and altered for the current situation in Fiji.

When I think of the word, Pentecost I think of an Island that was discovered on that day in 1768 that is now one of the Islands of Vanuatu that I have flown over and that is the home of the original Bungy jump. Pentecost as a historical Jewish festival goes by a few different names that have ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:3-4, 1 Corinthians 15:20, 2 Corinthians 1:22, Ephesians 1:14, John 16:5-11, Leviticus 23:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Through The Storm

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Aug 4, 2019

There’s a lot of things that happen in our lives that we aren’t really ready for. They come in like a storm & ravage us. Where do we get our strength from?

Sermon - Through the storm - Last week I preached on waking up, & getting to work for our Lord that saved us & is returning for us. - Now, this week the Lord has put the word storm on my mind quite a bit & I honestly hadn’t thought of a storm coming. At least not in a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The First Christmas Worship Service Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Nov 19, 2020

The Christmas story has all the elements of a worship service. God is there along with people who are coming to a special place of worship

THE FIRST CHRISTMAS WORSHIP SERVICE Luke 2:1-20 Bob Marcaurelle Preparations When Neal Armstrong put his foot on the moon, someone from NASA said, “We should change the calendar and mark our dates from this moment.” In other words, that was more important than dating our calendars from when ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20, Matthew 2:1, Exodus 33:15, Psalm 46:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Master's Mark

Contributed by Kevin Barron on Feb 26, 2017

An Ash Wednesday sermon that seeks to remind us of what we signed up for when we said we would follow Jesus!

THE MASTER’S MARK ASH WEDNESDAY, YEAR A 2 CORINTHIANS 5:20-6:10 MARCH 1, 2017 FARM HILL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, HARRISBURG, AR INTRO. Branding your animals to establish ownership can traced at least as far back as the ancient Egyptians. The practice of branding slaves goes at least to the ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Christ, The Divider

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Mar 28, 2018

Salvation is God’s gracious gift offered to all broken people to deliver from the penalty and punishment of falling short of His demand for moral perfection.

Christ, the Divider Luke 23 & 24 Salvation is God’s gracious gift offered to all broken people to deliver from the penalty and punishment of falling short of His demand for moral perfection. ? This text affirms three great biblical truths: 1. We are saved in a moment of time. 2. We are ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The 12 Apostles: Thaddaeus

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 16, 2015

He was one of the 12 men chosen by Jesus to bear witness to His life, death, and resurrection. This Judas was the opposite of another Judas. He became a missionary preacher and died testifying to Jesus’ reality.

THE 12 APOSTLES: THADDAEUS John 14:22 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR Memorandum to: Jesus, son of Joseph, Wood crafter Carpenter Shop, Nazareth. From: Jordan Management Consultants, Jerusalem. 1. Dear Sir: Thank you for submitting the resumes of the 12 men you have picked for management positions in your ...read more

Scripture: John 14:22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Until The Whole World Hears Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jul 21, 2015

Missions Globally, Set Apart, Teamwork

THE CHURCH HAS LEFT THE BUILDING – Until the Whole World Hears Acts 13:1-3 (pg. 768) July 26, 2015 Introduction: We currently live in a world of turmoil. ISIS beheads Christians and seems to be growing in power as converts flock to Syria and Lebanon and other places. American ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where Is He Now? Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Mar 1, 2016

Jesus is with God in heaven preparing for his final return

Where is He now? John 14:1-3(mother’s day) Where is Jesus now? He’s seated at the right hand of the Father. Mark 16:19; Colossians 3:1 His redemptive work is done. John 19:30 His authority is supreme. Colossians 1:16-17, 18 What is Jesus doing? He is ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

“take Another Peace Of My Heart” Pt. 2 Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Apr 20, 2016

Only after we’re living the first six beatitudes can we become the seventh . . .“peacemakers.”

The Beatitude Summer Sermon Series “Take another PEACE of my Heart” Pt. 2 (Matt. 5.9) August 9, 2015 CFBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, speaker A I read an article about a mom & dad who were in a divorce hearing, along with their 4-year old daughter. 1 The husband & wife were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Baptist

His Sheep Hear His Voice Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jan 27, 2020

This is the 31st sermon from a series on the Gospel of John. In this sermon we look at how the unbelieving world is unable to understand and comprehend the things of God, as well as how the believer has come to faith in Christ.

His Sheep Hear His Voice (John Part 31) Text: John 10:22-30 Before we read our text this morning, I want give you some background into the scene. Our text is going to be John 10:22-30, and this portion of the chapter begins by saying it was the time of the Feast of Dedication, and that it was ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Coronavirus & God’s Protection

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 26, 2020

Psalm 91 describes God's unqualified protection of His faithful Saints. This psalm lays out the prerequisites for His protection, what He saves us from, and the means He uses to protect us. This is especially necessary in the age of Coronavirus.

CORONAVIRUS & GOD’S PROTECTION Ps. 91:1-16 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A young man told his friend, “My uncle in Detroit tried to make a new kind of car. He took the engine from a Ford, the transmission from a Chevy, the tires from a Cadillac, and the exhaust system from a Buick.” 2. His ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

First Christmas Risktakers

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

Risk taking is an essential ingredient in ministry for the Kingdom of God. Most Bible heroes were risk takers. Jesus was a risk taker too.

Opening illustration: Christian villagers in a rural district of India’s Maharashtra state have been told that one church will be closed down every week because they have been “destroying” local tradition and culture by “luring” others to convert to Christianity. Some Christians have also been told ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:40-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational