Sermons on Labor:

Why Do Churches Collect Offerings A Biblical Perspective Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 30, 2025

Below is a biblically grounded sermon explaining why churches take up collections, supported by Scripture.

The practice of collecting offerings in church is rooted in biblical teaching and serves several important purposes. 1. Obedience to God’s Command The collection of offerings is not a human invention, but a practice established by God Himself. In the Old Testament, God commanded His people to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:16

The Eighth Commandment Lesson 8 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 10, 2025

You are made in the image of Me, and if a person would steal from you, he/she would steal from Me.

EIGHTH COMMANDMENT “Thou shalt not steal” (Ex. 20:15). “To the rich young ruler, ‘I said . . . you shall not steal” (Matthew 19:18). “I wrote through Paul, “You know the commandment, ‘You shall not steal’” (Rom. 13:9). A. INTRODUCTION: HOW TO GET STUFF 1. How do I want you to get STUFF ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15, Romans 13:9

Denomination: Baptist

Called To Serve: A Charge To New Deacons

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Nov 4, 2025

A short and to the point deacon ordination charge.

Called to Serve: A Charge to New Deacons November 2, 2025, Special Afternoon Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Focus Passage: Acts 6:1-7 Introduction: Good afternoon, church family. This afternoon is a sacred moment: a time of commissioning, of calling, and of charge. We ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

New Expressions Of The Church Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 8, 2025

All believers in the church are intimately identified/indwelt with Jesus.

A. INTRODUCTION: ORIGINAL EXPRESSION 1. Gathered. “Where two or three gather . . . I am there” (Matt. 18:20). 2. House to house (Acts 2:46; 5:42). 3. Divided and grew. “The church . . . grew in numbers” (Acts 9:71). 4. Other places. “River bank” (16:13), “Synagogues” (17:2, 10), “public ...read more

Scripture: John 14:20

Denomination: Baptist

The Year The Lord Has Made For You Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 29, 2025

A message on entering the new year with joy, expectation, and trust in God’s sovereign plan.

THE YEAR THE LORD HAS MADE FOR YOU By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 118:24 Key Verse: “This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.” (Psalm 118:24) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:19; Lamentations 3:22-23; Ecclesiastes 3:1; Proverbs 16:3; Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Aligning With God’s Agenda For The Year Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 2, 2026

Encouragement to prioritise God’s plan and righteousness in the new year so that His blessings and divine opportunities manifest in your life.

ALIGNING WITH GOD’S AGENDA FOR THE YEAR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 6:33 Key Verse: “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.” (Matthew 6:33) Supporting Texts: Proverbs 16:3; Isaiah 55:8-9; Jeremiah 29:11; Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rising Above Vanities Of Life

Contributed by Rev. Randy Barker on Apr 3, 2025

Solomon’s wisdom

Rising above the vanities of life!! “Vanity of vanities,” says the Preacher, “Vanity of vanities! All is vanity.” What advantage does man have in all his work Which he does under the sun?” ??Ecclesiastes? ?1?:?2?-?3? ?NASB1995?? 1. Some of you might recall me preaching a message very similar to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:2-3

Denomination: *other

The Spirit Of Misinterpreting Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 11, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore what this spirit is, why it's attacked in relationships, who's vulnerable to it, and how to avoid it.

In relationships, communication is key to building trust, understanding, and harmony. However, a subtle yet destructive force can creep in, causing misunderstandings, conflicts, and even breakups. This force is known as the spirit of misinterpreting. In this sermon, we'll explore what this ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-10, Matthew 7:1-2

Third Sunday Of Easter, Year C- "You Will Find Something” John 21:6

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Apr 25, 2025

In the spirit of allegory

They caught one hundred fifty-three large fish. Why was the actual number mentioned, does it mean something? Theories abound, with most saying it’s an allegorical number. For example, St. Jerome saw 153 as representing all the known fish species which represents the catholicity or universality ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Catholic

"The Cost Of Worry And Anxiety”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jul 28, 2025

"anxiety and worries come but they do not have to be our prison" Max Lucado in Anxious for Nothing

In Jesus Holy Name August 10, 2025 Text: Luke 12:22,24 Pentecost VII - Redeemer “The Cost of Worry and Anxiety” In The Lord’s prayer we pray “Give us this day our daily bread” Martin Luther wrote: Daily bread is more than food it is a job, peace, all the things we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-34

Denomination: Lutheran

Wrapping Up God's Miraculous Work Lesson 5

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 31, 2025

Always be ready for problems and danger. Don’t run ahead of God’s leaders.

“Joshua and the people got up early in the morning and set out for the Jordan … then officers reminded the people … ‘When you see the Ark of the Covenant …. go quickly over the Jordan … stay about 3,000 feet away ... you have not come this way before’ … Joshua said to the people, ‘Sanctify ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

In His Name (John 16)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 7, 2025

Is praying in Jesus' name an acknowledgement that it is through Him that we have access to the Father? Let's look at John 16.

Were Christians kicked out of synagogues? Does the Holy Spirit guide us? What does it mean asking the Father in Jesus’ name? Let’s look at John 16. If Christians were banned from synagogues, would some also be expelled from churches for putting Christ before vain traditions? I have told you these ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Prophesied Legacy (Genesis 49)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 2, 2024

We all leave a legacy. What kind is partly up to us. Let's look at Genesis 49.

Can we escape the legacy of our family history? What legacy are we leaving behind for our descendants? Let’s discuss the legacy of Israel’s descendants in Genesis 49. Did Israel prophesy what would happen to the twelve tribes? And Jacob called unto his sons, and said, Gather yourselves together, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Evangelism: Sharing The Simple Power Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Ron Auch Jr on Nov 17, 2024

Introduction Today, I want to talk to you about evangelism – sharing our faith in a way that meets people where they are.

“Evangelism: Sharing the Simple Power of Prayer” https://www.trypraying.org/ "Try-Praying" booklets Introduction Today, I want to talk to you about evangelism – sharing our faith in a way that meets people where they are. When we look at resources like the Try Praying booklet from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:37-38

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Knows Our Appointment Time, Not Man. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 13, 2024

The Bible teaches us that God is sovereign and has a plan for each of our lives.

The Bible teaches us that God is sovereign and has a plan for each of our lives. One aspect of this plan is the timing of our birth and death. While humans may try to predict or control these events, ultimately, it is God who knows our appointment time. We'll explore what the Bible says about ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 31:15, Job 14:5, 2 Timothy 2:19, Exodus 15:26