Sermons on Island Of Patmos:

Having Possessions And Being Possessed

Contributed by H.b. Charles Jr. on Oct 21, 2012

"Having Possessions and Being Possessed" is a message from Matthew 6:19-21. It teaches three lessons: (1) Be careful of where your treasure resides. (2) Be committed to treasure that remains. And (3) Be concerned about what your treasure reveals.

HAVING POSSESSIONS AND BEING POSSESSED Matthew 6:19-21 Matthew 6:19-21 marks a transition in THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT. In the first half of this chapter, Jesus explains how righteous people practice religion. Verses 1-4 address how righteous people give. Verse 5-15 address how righteous people ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

30 Days To Live: Love Completely

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jul 19, 2009

I believe that Jesus points out three aspects of love that combined together form a complete love for our lives. We should love God, love others, and love ourselves… these three are components of complete love.

30 DAYS TO LIVE: LOVE COMPLETELY MARK 12:28-34 INTRODUCTION I have a confession before I begin my sermon today. I hope you will still want to listen to me even after I tell you this. I am sure you all would want to know what kind of person is preaching to you today. I… I… [act pensive] I must ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Accept One Another

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 16, 2021

Since we are accepted by Christ, we must accept one another.

According to LifeWay Research, when asked about their most significant struggle this past year, pastors pointed to the disunity in their congregation caused by COVID and the various protocols put in place. Many factors no doubt play a role in this problem, but one statistic may underscore a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Kindling The Fire

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Dec 22, 2025

On Christmas Day 1972, an uncle of mine passed away. Christmas was never the same for his son, my cousin. I know the holiday season, this time of year, is especially hard on many people for many different reasons.

Doing something a little different today. 3 parts, mishmashed into one theme (disclose that theme @ end of message) Today’s key passage is found in Acts 28:1-10 I want us to: start in chapter 24, to see how we get to chapter 27, as we examine chapter 28 (are ya with me so far?) Chapter 24- Paul ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-10

On To Corinth (2022) Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 16, 2022

“On to Corinth” Acts chapter 18 verses 1-17 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: BACKGROUND: • (a). The City was Cosmopolitan: • (b). The City was Commercial. • (c). The City was Corrupt. FOUR SNAPSHOTS: • Photo #1: the tentmaker (vs 1-3). • Photo #2: the watchman (vs 4-6). • Photo #3: the evangelist (vs 7-10). • Photo #4: the builder (11-17) SERMON ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-17

Denomination: Brethren

Let God's Peace Rule Your Heart Series

Contributed by Chris Zeller on Mar 8, 2006

Peace is contigent upon a believers submission to God and willingness to allow God’s peace to rule ones heart.

Let God’s peace rule in your heart 15 And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body; and be thankful. 16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Ignored Alarms

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Dec 28, 2005

Are there alarms going off in your life that you need to pay attnetion to?

On Wednesday this past week, I curled up on the couch with Melissa to watch ABC’s Emmy winning television show LOST. If you haven’t seen the show before, it is about a plane crash that leaves its survivors stranded on a Pacific island. As the men and women band together to try and escape, they ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Secure In An Unsafe World

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 1, 2006

Our security is in God, not in this world. Our security comes from faith, not the circumstances. Our security is in eternity, not in the present.

How can we be secure living in an unsafe world? The psalmist tells us through his own experience: “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” That’s where we can find true security and peace. In this psalm, the psalmist reminds us of three things: (1) Our Security is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11, Psalm 46:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Grace In The Fire And Flood

Contributed by Travis Johnson on Jan 14, 2006

This sermon examines the promise of God’s presence in our trials.

GOD’S GRACE IN THE FIRE & FLOOD Isaiah 43:1-3 Intro: ILL- A man was blessed with 2 healthy sons, one an eternal optimist, one a pessimist. The boys were so completely different that psychologists wanted to test them. They placed the pessimist into a room full of toys; the optimist in a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-3

Denomination: Holiness

Because He Lives, There Is Hope Series

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Aug 11, 2005

If you are wondering what God is up to in your wilderness, The answer will always be the same, He is building your trust and faith in Him. God will sustain us in the place of need, even when it seems like a hopeless situation. Even when it seems all is lo

Psalm 68:1-13 - NLT 1 Arise, O God, and scatter your enemies. Let those who hate God run for their lives. 2 Drive them off like smoke blown by the wind. Melt them like wax in fire. Let the wicked perish in the presence of God.3 But let the godly rejoice. Let them be glad in God’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 68:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Finding Jesus, Part Ii: Shine! Series

Contributed by Roy Hughes on Mar 22, 2001

Part 2 of the"Finding Jesus" series where we discover that we can’t separate ourselves and accomplish God’s plan.

Finding Jesus, Part 2 “A Shining City” Tonight we continue our series on Finding Jesus. WE LEARNED LAST WEEK THAT JESUS BECAME THE SON OF MAN SO THAT WE COULD IDENTIFY WITH HIM. JESUS WAS TEMPTED IN EVERY WAY THAT WE ARE. IF WE FIND HIM IN OUR TEMPTATIONS, WE WILL FIND AN EXAMPLE THAT WE CAN ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-15, Isaiah 60:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Make An Eternal Alliance! Series

Contributed by Joel Schulz on Apr 11, 2001

An Easter sermon that directs its hearers to the one, most important alliance we all need - the eternal one Jesus has made with us!

MAKE AN ETERNAL ALLIANCE! Most of you have probably heard of the TV show "Survivor." Millions of people across North America tune in their TVs each week as a group of castaways attempt to survive in the wilderness of the Australian Outback on little food or water. Not only do they have to ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25-26

Denomination: Lutheran

Steadfast In God's Word

Contributed by David Anderson on May 4, 2001

A Confirmation sermon encouraging God’s people to let their faith be seen in deeds to God’s glory.

Confirmation Sunday Sermon: “Steadfast in God’s Word” Rev. David Anderson Daniel 6:26 Rev. 2:10 At both of our services today, we are looking at saints who are taking steps into a more steadfast walk with the Lord. To become confirmed members within a congregation leads to a deeper ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:10, Daniel 6:26

Denomination: Lutheran

"The Lord Wants Hearts That Say, ‘i'm Going!'”

Contributed by Daniel Schroeder on Dec 29, 2001

Why do we do share the good news of Jesus? Using the post-exilic prophet Zechariah, God is going to teach us about evangelism. He’s going to teach us the “why” of evangelism. Why do we do it?

“The Lord Wants Hearts That Say, ‘I’m going’” They’re going: I. Seeking their Lord (20-21) II. Standing on his foundation of peace (22) Dear Fellow Servants in Jesus’ Service, I have an outstanding offer for you today. This is for anyone who is interested. We’ve got a member in our ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 8:20-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Why Do I Need To Go To Church? Series

Contributed by Scotty Killingsworth on Jan 10, 2002

With this talk today I am going to make the case that church attendance is vital because everything you hold dear can be taken away from you. The church offers the best hope on earth of carrying your precious treasures through a dangerous land.

S011202 Why do I need to go to church? Ezra 8:21 A sermon by Scotty L Killingsworth Preached to the Evergreen Church Springfield, Mo. Second sermon in the series-Sermons I would bring a friend to hear. Beginning The Fellowship of the Ring tells the story of a Hobbit who has in his possession ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 8:21, Ezra 8:21-23, Hebrews 10:23-26

Denomination: Baptist