Sermons on Iron Sharpening:

The Gifts Of God For The People Of God

Contributed by Craig Condon on Dec 22, 2015

God’s mercy is the key part of a Christian’s commitment to God. In return, we are to show mercy to others. Christian life is marked by transformation and growth in discernment and understanding.

How do you think of yourselves? There are two options. We can allow our lives, values, attitudes convictions and relationships to be influenced by the world, or we can be remodeled, transformed, reshaped and redesigned from the inside out by the Holy Spirit. How can we know God’s will for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

The Greatest Gift Of All Is For Everyone

Contributed by Craig Condon on Jan 2, 2016

God wants everyone to see and share his wisdom. Sometimes we can’t see that Christ came for everyone and can use everyone. We need to share our gifts and burdens just like Christ shared himself with everyone-both Jews and Gentiles.

Well, Christmas is almost over for another year. For most of us the holidays are over and our lives get back to normal this week. Children will be going back to school, people will be going back to work, family and friends will be going home (if they haven’t gone home already), and we will be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

What Do You Do When You Can’t Make It Rain?

Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Jul 8, 2013

We believe in God's Miracle Working Power. We spent more time waiting for the miracle than actually seeing it.

What Do You Do When You Can’t Make it Rain? 1 Kings 17:1-7 And Elijah the Tishbite, who was of the inhabitants of Gilead, said unto Ahab, As the LORD God of Israel liveth, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, but according to my word. 2 And the word of the LORD ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Perseverance: A Key To Finishing Strong Series

Contributed by M. Keith Williams on Jan 13, 2015

It is not how you start but how you finish that counts the most

Perseverance: A Key to Finishing Strong Nehemiah 6:1-19 Rodeo Road Baptist Church October 5, 2014 Disclaimer: Each sermon in this series on Nehemiah was written with both commentary help and referencing from time to time information from sermons and illustration found on Sermon Central. In most ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-19

Denomination: *other

Making Hard Choices

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 1, 2009

Today’s world is filled with energy-saving devices that make life easier, but there is something to be said for embracing life’s challenges. The apostle Paul found serving Christ hard, but he didn’t see it as a cause of discouragement. The goal was worth

Opening illustration: On September 12th, 1962, President JF Kennedy delivered a speech at Rice University in Houston, TX, about the difficult challenges facing the nation. He also shared his passion for the US to place a man on the moon. In balancing the needs of his people with the desire to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:5-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Holy Spirit And The Understanding Of The Bible Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 5, 2012

A sermon on the doctrine of illumination (Material taken from Dr. Jack Cottrell's books, Power From On High, Chapter 2, and The Holy Spirit: A Biblical Study, Chapter 2)

HoHum: Before we get too reactionary or begin to ask about this or that, this extreme episode is what Dr. Cottrell is teaching against. “I was teaching an adult Bible class at a local church some years ago when the subject of the need and use of the Bible was raised. A man in the class- a ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:20-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"the Priority Of Preaching" ( Mark 1:14-15) Series

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 31, 2020

The preaching of the Word of God does not go out or return void, despite what we might witness or think. The Sacred Word continues to convict the heart and give new life to all who are dead in iniquity.

Fellow under-shepherd, I've been there. I know the frustration you feel when it seems that you preached your heart out this past Sunday. You fed your flock the food of the Word and gave the message God placed upon you. I know what it means to study for long hours, to pray, to compose the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-15, Romans 3:10-18, Matthew 4:12-17, Luke 4:14-15, 2 Timothy 4:1-5, Romans 10:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

#1 Flies, Irritants, What Ticks You Off?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 27, 2020

Do little things tick you off? What irritates you will tell a lot about you. This is part one, I use a fly swatter and rubber flies. We will address dead flies in the ointment in#1 and #2.

# 1 IRRITATION, SHOW ME WHAT TICKS YOU OFF? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Two parts) I have a fly swatter and I am constantly swinging it to the point of frustration. I also have several rubber flies. I would like to thank Phil Walton for the fodder for this lesson. Thank ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 10:1, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, Philippians 4:11-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Peace Warriors

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Oct 14, 2023

We don’t HAVE bows and arrows; we ARE bows and arrows in the hand of God.

Probably the only part of the book of Zechariah that the average Christian would recognize is the beginning of the passage that is almost always read today, in the context of Palm Sunday, when Jesus enters Jerusalem for the last time, sending his disciples into Jerusalem to pick up a donkey in ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 9:9-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Survivor: How To Overcome Your Peninnah - Overcoming Challenges Amidst Difficulties By Joseph Ondu

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on May 2, 2023

One character that Hannah portrays it’s her wisdom to accept her condition and find a permanent solution for it. Despite Peninnah hurling insults on her, she did not complain, she did not start the so called ‘Blaming game’. She accepted her situation and seek God for a solution

Overcoming Challenges amidst difficulties 1 Samuel 1:1-20 Lessons that we learn from the story of Hannah and Peninnah #𝟏- 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐀𝐬 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

2023 New Year’ Message: "Preparing For The Journey Ahead”

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 31, 2022

Unbelief caused their forefathers to die in the wilderness, never seeing God’s best, and never experiencing the future God had for them. They had God as their father, Moses as their leader, God's promises and yet die with their dreams unfulfilled.

2023 New Year’ Message: “Preparing For the Journey Ahead” Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:8-17 “Therefore, be careful to obey every command I am giving you today, so you may have strength to go in and take over the land you are about to enter. 9 If you obey, you will enjoy a long life in the land ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:8-17, Deuteronomy 11:18-20

Denomination: Methodist

Don’t Quarrel On The Way PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Emphasize the importance of moving forward without bitterness, avoiding quarrels, and trusting in God's direction and destiny for our lives.

Good morning, Church Family! Today we're diving into the heart of Genesis, specifically Genesis 45:24, where Joseph tells his brothers, "Do not quarrel on the way." Now, this may seem like a small, simple command, but it's packed with so much wisdom for our lives today. It speaks to us about the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:24

Topics: Bitterness, Resentment

The Weight Of God’s Word PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

Explore the power and transformative nature of God's Word, and our responsibility and privilege in carrying and sharing it with others.

Good morning, church family! Today, we've got a special treat for you all. We're diving into the first verses of the Gospel of John, taking a closer look at the Word of God, and how it's our responsibility and privilege to carry and share it. As John Stott once said, "We must allow the Word of God ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-2

Topics: Burden, God's Word

Angels Of The Internet And Social Media PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 17, 2023

This sermon explores navigating the digital age with a Christ-like heart, using digital platforms for God's glory, and applying Scripture in online interactions.

Greetings, beloved friends and family in Christ. It's a joy to gather with you today, in this sacred space where we can pause, breathe, and lean into the presence of God. We live in a time where our world is connected like never before. Through the click of a button, we can reach across continents, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Topics: Spreading Love, Good Ways

Listen, O Heavens (Deuteronomy 32)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 19, 2025

How great is our God? How weak are we? Let's begin in Deuteronomy 32.

How great is God and how weak are we? Who gave this song to Moses? Is God our Rock? Is He just, fair, faithful and upright? Let’s look at Deuteronomy 32. Do we receive God’s teaching like gentle rain on young plants? Do we understand how just and upright He is? How glorious is our God? Listen, O ...read more

Denomination: Baptist