Sermons on Kings Return:

Honoring The Value Of Life (Pt 2) Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 30, 2022

Honoring the Value of Life (Pt 2) Series: Cracks – Navigating Our Divided Times
 Brad Bailey – March 27, 2022

Honoring the Value of Life (Pt 2) Series: Cracks – Navigating Our Divided Times? Brad Bailey – March 27, 2022 NOTE: The following notes are more extensive than what time would allow presenting, but provide both the main points and heart of the message. One will also find “further resources” with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Those Who Hunger And Thirst For Righteousness Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Mar 27, 2023

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness." This beatitude calls for an intense desire for righteousness. Are we actively and passionately seeking to be more and more like Jesus?

Intro Our text today is Matthew 5:6: “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, For they shall be filled.”i What do you long for in life? People are hunger machines. Bruce Springsteen sang in the 80s, “Everybody’s got a hungry heart.”ii Even the world recognizes the internal ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, Isaiah 57:15, Philippians 3:1-14, Proverbs 4:23, Matthew 6:33, 1 Timothy 2:2, 1 John 3:7, Luke 6:21, Titus 2:11-12, Psalm 42:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Becoming Your Best Me In 2023!

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jan 26, 2023

Becoming the person God wants us to be will not happen by accident, instead we must develop a plan (by determining our values and goals) and then we must execute that plan.

Becoming Your Best ‘Me’ In 2023 MGCC – welcome to the year 2023, I’m glad you made it! Happy New Year! AND LISTEN – there is no better place to be to kick off the very first day new year, than in His House... AMEN?! A few Scriptures as we begin... For you created my inmost being; you knit me ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:52, Isaiah 43:18-19, James 4:14, Psalm 102:3, Psalm 144:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hosting Jesus, The Vip (Luke 7:36-50) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Mar 28, 2024

One host fails, but another rises up, and gives Jesus the welcome he deserves. The passage is an illustration of how and why people tripped on Jesus (Luke 7:31-35).

One of the things we've talked about several times in the gospel of Luke, is the idea of God "visiting" his people. That's a big part of today's message, so let's read Luke 1:68, to get us off on the right foot: I'll read from the RSV (and here, the translation ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:68, Luke 7:36-50, Luke 7:31-35

Should You Give Your Last 2 Pennies? - Mark 12:41-13:2 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 7, 2024

Is the widow who gave everything an example we should follow? If so, why are we not all giving everything in the offering?

Mark 12:41 Jesus sat down opposite the place where the offerings were put and watched the crowd putting their money into the temple treasury. Many rich people threw in large amounts. 42 But one poor widow came and put in two leptas, worth only a quadrans. 43 Calling his disciples to him, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:1-6

Mary Did You Know? Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 27, 2024

Christmas always has a rhythm to it! Something happens at this time of year – some call it the magic of Christmas or the Christmas Spirit. But Christmas brings a rhythm with it.

Series: Rhythms of Christmas: What are rhythms? A strong, regular, repeated pattern of movement or sound. Thesis: Christmas always has a rhythm to it! Something happens at this time of year – some call it the magic of Christmas or the Christmas Spirit. But Christmas brings a rhythm with it. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Luke 2:19, James 5:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is Pleading The Blood Of Jesus Biblical?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 11, 2025

It is argued that the “blood” of Jesus is for protection” and therefore justifies the practice of pleading it.

INTRODUCTION The Blood of Jesus is mentioned many times throughout the Bible and refers to His sacrificial death on the Cross. Jesus said at the Last Supper, “This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins.” (Matthew 26:28 NIV) “without the shedding ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:28, Hebrews 9:22, Exodus 12:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sharon Davison Elogio

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 26, 2024

Este es un elogio para mi hija adoptiva que murió repentinamente de un ataque cardíaco. Ella conocía y amaba al Señor Jesucristo.

Sharon Davison Elogio 25 de junio de 2024 Sharon Patrice-Nicole Davison. Qué joven negra tan increíble, que no sólo conocía a Dios, sino que era un regalo increíble de Dios. Hubo una abundancia de amor que fluyó de ella y que tocó las vidas de muchos. Aquí ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6, Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

These Things Ought Not To Be

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 9, 2023

You can tell from the text of my sermon today I am going to preach about the tongue.

Perhaps some are assuming the reason I am preaching on this subject is because some members in the church are mis-using their tongue in the church. But if you think this you are absolutely wrong!!! God as my witness as I stand in this pulpit before you and the God I love and serve…I AM ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Mother’s Day Sermon Series

Contributed by Catharine Rhodes on Apr 14, 2024

A sermon for Mother’s Day using the story of the biblical midwives (Jochebed and Miriam) to illustrate the importance of parents and caregivers. A generational look at God’s plan.

Mother’s Day Sermon May 12, 2024 via: Catharine Rhodes Main teaching: Exodus 2:2-10 (Moses’ birth) Memory verses: Matthew 18:3, 1 Timothy 3:4, Themes: motherhood, caring for children, segregation, equality, faith, hard work. 30-35 minutes. Good morning, everyone. Happy Sunday, Happy ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:2-10, 1 Timothy 3:4

Denomination: Other

Matthew 6:5-13 When You Pray

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 22, 2024

Jesus give us a plan and pattern for prayer. When put his teaching into practice we enter into a rich daily encounter with the Lord

Here we go, Matthew chapter 6, beginning in verse 5. You'll follow along with me. "And when you pray, you must not be like the hypocrites, for they love to stand and pray in the synagogues and at the street corners, that they may be seen by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Loving Leah

Contributed by Pastor Michael Threadgill on May 8, 2025

Leah, the first wife of Jacob, is one of the most overlooked figures in the Bible even though she may have felt weary or unwanted, God saw her, honored her, and made her fruitful. Her life is a powerful testimony to how God uses the overlooked to fulfill His greatest purposes.

Scripture: 16 Now Laban had two daughters: the name of the elder was Leah, and the name of the younger was Rachel. 17 Leah’s eyes were delicate, but Rachel was beautiful of form and appearance. 18 Now Jacob loved Rachel; so he said, “I will serve you seven years for Rachel your ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:16-32

Anchored In Faith

Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on May 20, 2025

This sermon uses the imagery of a storm-tossed ship and a lighthouse to illustrate how Christ offers steadfast guidance amid the chaos of life. Through Colossians 3, it calls believers to spiritual renewal by putting off sin and embracing Christlike virtues with intentionality and gratitude.

The Might and Majesty of Nature Close your eyes for a moment. Let your senses tune in to the might and majesty of nature. Listen closely. Can you hear it? The relentless roar of the vast, deep ocean, waves crashing with unbridled fury. The shrill cries of the wind, whipping and swirling, a force ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-25, 1 Thessalonians 4:5, Ephesians 4:25, Galatians 5:22, Colossians 3:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Thirst Of The Soul - Psalm 63 Part 3 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jun 23, 2025

One attribute of God you won't see in the theology books, even though it is mentioned more often in the Bible than other, more celebrated attributes, is the food-likeness of God. And before you laugh--consider how often God compares himself to food and drink.

Psalm 63:1-5 A Psalm of David. When he was in the Desert of Judah. O God, you are my God, earnestly I seek you; my soul thirsts for you, my body longs for you, in a dry and weary land where there is no water. 2 Therefore I have seen you in the sanctuary and beheld your power and your glory. 3 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1, Psalm 63:5

Aspects Of Persecutions And Trials

Contributed by David Cambridge on Jan 18, 2002

This sermon considers several aspects of persecutions and trials: author, purpose, assurances, response.

Aspects Of Persecutions And Trials The Church’s Reaction To Adversity Introduction 1. Since the establishment of the church God’s people have endured various persecutions and trials. Even in times of comparative rest a church may face discouraging trails from a variety of circumstances and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:20, 1 Thessalonians 3:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ