Sermons on Jesus At The Center:

Hidden Talents

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Apr 17, 2013

A sermon on the Parable of the Talents emphasizing the need to make whatever earthly talents you have available to God for Kingdom work.

Good Morning. If you have your Bibles with you and you want to follow along, we will be looking at the Matthew 25:14-30. As a reminder, we are going through our four core values of worship, discipleship, outreach, and community. Today, we are going to swing back around and focus on the value of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Christian Church

Give Grace

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 21, 2020

We are to Give Grace in 1) Truth (Ephesians 4:25), when dealing with 2) Anger (Ephesians 4:26–27), 3) Possessions (Ephesians 4:28), 4) Words (Ephesians 4:29-30), and 5) Virtue (Ephesians 4:31-32).

Ephesians 4:25-32 [25] Therefore, having put away falsehood, let each one of you speak the truth with his neighbor, for we are members one of another. [26] Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger, [27]and give no opportunity to the devil. [28] Let the thief no longer ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32

Denomination: Other

Destiny’s Result-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 24, 2019

1 of ? Peter describes the destined end of this earth & how that fact produces predictable results in God’s people. God’s plan spurs God’s people to produce His anticipated results. How does God’s plan produce it’s anticipated results?

DESTINY’s RESULT-I—2Peter 3:9-18 Attention: One day this earth & universe will pass into oblivion at God’s command. :11—“Therefore”.....“What manner of persons ought you to be?...” Peter describes the destined end of this earth & how that fact produces predictable results in God’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:9-18

Denomination: Baptist

Elijah's Breakthrough (4) Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 29, 2020

Elijah’s life and story reveals how God provides even in times of nationwide sin, political chaos and famine. Elijah also teaches us how to walk with faith over fear through the tests from the Lord and life.

Video Illustration: War Room! Trailer Sermon: Elijah’s Story of Breakthrough pt. 4 Thesis: Elijah’s life and story reveals how God provides even in times of nationwide sin, political chaos and famine. Elijah also teaches us how to walk with faith over fear through the tests from the Lord and ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

After The Whirlwind

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 15, 2020

Do we learn anything by passing through difficult times? A study of Job will encourage the people of God to realize that God always instructs us through the trials we are called to pass through.

“Job answered the LORD and said: ‘I know that you can do all things, and that no purpose of yours can be thwarted. “Who is this that hides counsel without knowledge?” Therefore I have uttered what I did not understand, things too wonderful for me, which I did not know. “Hear, and I will ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Death Of A Nation

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 16, 2020

When God says, "Enough!" how shall His people respond? The response of God's people to the sinful drift of our nation should lead us to grieve for our fellow man and plead with them to turn to Christ and His righteousness.

“Righteous are you, O LORD, when I complain to you; yet I would plead my case before you. Why does the way of the wicked prosper? Why do all who are treacherous thrive? You plant them, and they take root; they grow and produce fruit; you are near in their mouth and far from their heart. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

It's Just A One-Night Stand! Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 19, 2021

Though adultery is often justified in our world, there is no justification for this infidelity. God holds the adulterer to account, especially if that one bears the Name of Christ.

“It happened, late one afternoon, when David arose from his couch and was walking on the roof of the king’s house, that he saw from the roof a woman bathing; and the woman was very beautiful. And David sent and inquired about the woman. And one said, ‘Is not this Bathsheba, the daughter of Eliam, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:2-5

Denomination: Baptist

Hidden Talents

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Mar 30, 2021

This sermon unpacks the parable of the talents and how our God-given talents are to be creatively used in various ways to advance his Kingdom building agenda.

OUTLINE 1.INTRODUCTION - OUTREACH DEFINED 2. THE PARABLE OF THE TALENTS – OVERVIEW 3. APPLICATION – LESSONS REGARDING USING OUR “TALENTS” A) God owns everything so everything we have is on loan from Him B) God gives talents according to our ability C) God expects you to use them ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Christian Church

The Root Of Immorality

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 18, 2021

A redraft of a message that was never preached due to Covid Lockdowns. The message is a call for Christians to reassess their relationship with the Lord God.

The more they increased, the more they sinned against me; I will change their glory into shame. They feed on the sin of my people; they are greedy for their iniquity. And it shall be like people, like priest; I will punish them for their ways and repay them for their deeds. They shall eat, ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 4:7-19

Denomination: Baptist

You're A Winner! - Genesis 25 Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Jul 24, 2021

Esau sold his birthright to Jacob.

It’s fun to listen to the birds out there, isn’t it? Alright. Question: Who knows the longest running game show on TV? What do you know? What do you think it is? Not Jeopardy. What else? The Price Is Right! Not the Wheel of Fortune. The Price Is Right. In 1956 The Price is Right came out. It’s ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Spur One Another On Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 26, 2023

In this final "one another" from our "One Anothering" series, we explore what it means to spur one another on toward love and good deeds. One of the challenging sides of loving one another, is our duty to provoke and challenge each other to be all that God has called us to.

A. I want to begin by sharing some actual excuse notes sent by parents that were collected by the University of Texas and include the original spellings. 1. “My son is under a doctor’s care and should not take P.E. today. Please execute him.” 2. “Dear School: Please ekscuse John being absent on ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-25, Galatians 4:16, Proverbs 27:6, Proverbs 18:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

David And Goliath

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Sep 21, 2024

Series on the Life of David

Title: David and Goliath: Facing the Giants in Your Life Script: I Samuel 17 Type: series on David Where: GNBC 9-22-24 Intro: Westerns are filled with the stuff of great final showdowns. If we’ve learned anything from watching westerns for more than a hundred years, it is this: If you ever ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-54

Denomination: Independent/Bible

From This Day On: Unlocking The Floodgates Of God's Favor In 2024

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Dec 31, 2023

Forget resolutions! This year, we unleash a spiritual tsunami! Through faith, generosity, and God's will, let's flood 2024 with His abundant blessings! Learn how to unlock God’s favor in 2024 by being generous, seeking His kingdom, and stepping through the open door He has prepared for you.

From This Day On: Unlocking the Floodgates of God's Favor in 2024 (Haggai 2:19, Malachi 3:10) Introduction: Happy New Year, everyone! I hope you are all excited and hopeful for what God has in store for us in 2024. As we enter this new year, I want to share with you a message that God has ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:19, Malachi 3:10, Proverbs 11:24-25, Matthew 6:33, Joshua 1:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Recapture

Contributed by Bala Samson on Feb 23, 2024

Sometimes due to a wrong marriage, disobedience and unwise decisions, imprudent business dealings, many such things can take you to utter chaos and destruction; however, God does not leave you there to rot, He wants to connect with you, help you join the dots.

JOSHUA 8: RECAPTURE Joshua 8: The Conquest of Ai 1 “Now the LORD said to Joshua, "Do not fear or be dismayed. Take all the people of war with you and arise, go up to Ai; see, I have given into your hand the king of Ai, his people, his city, and his land.” Outline: 1) LISTEN TO THE ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 8:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Every Christian Should Tithe

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jun 29, 2023

In this sermon I do not expect to hear a lot of Amen but it is my prayer that God might receive a lot of good results from the preaching of HIS Word. Today I will be preaching on WHY EVERY CHRISTIAN SHOULD TITHE.

I preach on tithing at least once a year for several reasons. (1) Because I am a Bible preacher. This is what God has called me to do…PREACH HIS WORD. But I preach on tithing for another reason because I want (2) I want the blessings of God on your life not God’s curse. Many of us if not all ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:20-22, Genesis 14:20, Leviticus 27:30-34, Matthew 23:23

Denomination: Baptist