Sermons on Lamenting:

Sermon # 1 - God's Bountiful Heart Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Feb 21, 2024

What is the secret to a life of overflowing abundance? There’s much we can learn from the life of David and Abraham. God can bless abundantly if only we can follow certain principles, and let go of thoughts and attitudes that displease God.

We read in 2 Corinthians 9:8, “Besides, God is able to make every blessing of yours overflow for you, so that in every situation you will always have all you need for any good work.” (ISV) This is Paul’s words to the church at Corinth and he wished them that they would be full and overflowing with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:8, Psalm 23:5, Psalm 23:1, Genesis 1:20, Genesis 2:9, Genesis 2:10, Psalm 34:10, Genesis 2:12, Genesis 15:2, Genesis 15:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Renewed Life Of Ruth Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jul 30, 2023

Ruth lost her life at her very young age. But God granted her a new life. Life with joy, happiness and grace. She became important person in the history of Jesus. All because she was obedient and loyal to her mother-in-law and the God of her mother-in-law.

Ruth 4:13-17, Renewed Life “The Lord is good and his love endures forever” Illustration: “An elderly lady entered into a catholic shrine and touched all statutes of saints and kissed. Finally she touched Satan under the feet of Jesus and kissed him. The Father asked, why my dear daughter you ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:13-17

Denomination: Methodist

Comfort And Communion Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Aug 20, 2023

A communion sermon based on Isaiah 40 and 53 (#30 in 66in52: A One Year Journey Through the Bible)

Good morning! I invite you to turn in your Bibles to Isaiah 40. How many of you know what I am talking about when I say “comfort food?” Is there a dish or food that comes to mind? Usually when I think of comfort food, I’m really thinking about binge food—like a carton of Ben and Jerry’s ice ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Passionate Pursuit Of Effective Prayer.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 13, 2023

Psalm 3, presents another side of the biblical picture of faith in which the neat, tidy, well ordered theology of Psalm 1 and 2 gives way to a theology that allows for the realities of life– realities that include struggle, injustice, abuse, doubt, fear, and the testing of our faith.

The Passionate Pursuit Of Effective Prayer. Psalm 13:1-6 Jenny and I left our house early to be with our parents for Thanksgiving, 1996. As we left I noticed our next door neighbor’s silver van was parked in his driveway. My neighbor and I had gotten close. I didn’t know that he was a different ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6, John 16:33

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Journey Of Joy

Contributed by John Newton on Dec 17, 2023

Three perspectives on joy from Isaiah

As I was preparing to preach this week, I considered giving my sermon the title “Getting Serious About Joy”. Then I thought better of it and came up with “Joy Is No Laughing Matter”. All joking aside, were you aware that joy is currently the subject of a high-level academic examination? Nine years ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10

Denomination: Episcopal

Being Broken Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 14, 2024

When faced with brokenness stemming from sin or navigating trials and tribulations, how does God respond? Could it be that, in our brokenness, through confession and perseverance, our faith not only deepens but also radiates a bright light to those in our midst?

Being Broken Genesis 1, 16-21 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Is it a challenge for you to let go of your possessions, even when they've aged, broken, and lost their value? When we explore our garages, basements, and hidden corners filled with our ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:13-14, John 11:17-27

Denomination: Baptist

New Beginnings: A Deep Dive Into Scripture 2024. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jan 19, 2024

In 2024 we have decided that a greater knowledge of scripture in a necessity, so here we go with an introduction to our congregation/Corps.

New Beginnings Psalm 119:105: “Your word is a lamp?for my feet, ????a light?on my path.” We have a wee verse on our office wall that states, “You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you start where you are and change the ending.” In life I am sure that there are many times ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:105, Genesis 1:1, Colossians 4:16, Psalm 95:3-5, Hebrews 4:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

From Experience = Living And Coping With Injustice And Hurt (Third Part) – Guidelines – (The Retribution Of God – Part 8 In The Series) Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 25, 2023

More pointers are given that help in times of injustice and stress and tribulation. We look at God in retribution and the handling of wicked people who become our enemies. We also look at how hymns can be helpful. God recompenses, not us, so don’t try!

FROM EXPERIENCE = LIVING AND COPING WITH INJUSTICE AND HURT (THIRD PART) – GUIDELINES – (THE RETRIBUTION OF GOD – PART 8 IN THE SERIES) [7]. GOD IN RETRIBUTION There are some parts of the Atacama desert in South America which have never seen a drop of rain for 400 years. If you lived there and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48, 2 Timothy 4:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Celebrate With The Prophets Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Dec 4, 2023

Based on Malachi 5:2 - Challenges hearers to consider the implications of Jesus' birth in Bethlehem.

“CELEBRATE WITH THE PROPHETS” Micah 5:2 FBCF – 12/2/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – A lot of people have a lot of reasons to celebrate these days: - Just celebrated T’giving - TCA Rebels won state football championship for 6th time. - OM fans celebrating their Egg Bowl victory. - Tate Reeves supporters ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2

Denomination: Baptist

Beauty For Ashes

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 6, 2023

The Lord wants to bring good things out of bad things (Romans 8:28). What are some good things that we find here in Isaiah 61 that helps those who grieve and mourn?

HoHum: Last year talked about a Blue Christmas where we acknowledge our losses of loved ones as we approach the holiday season. I was watching the Year Without a Santa Claus (lesser know production by Rankin Bass) and Santa gets a letter and it says, “I’ll have a Blue Christmas without you, I’ll ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:2-3, James 5:14, Ephesians 4:22-24, Matthew 5:4, Luke 4:18-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life In The Forth Quarter

Contributed by Richard Bowman on May 28, 2025

A sermon for senior saints. We are never to retire from Christian service.

LIFE IN THE 4TH QUARTER Warsaw Christian Church, Richard Bowman, Pastor Emeritus Text: 2 Timothy 4:6-8: For I am already being poured out as a drink offering, and the time of my departure is at hand. 7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 8 Finally, there ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Confidence In Christ

Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 30, 2024

If you have ever had something happen in your life that made you wonder if you could hang on to faith - you’re not alone!

You Can Have Confidence in Christ    John 16:16-33 Introduction If you have ever had something happen in your life that made you wonder if you could hang on to faith - you’re not alone! David often said in the Psalms that he didn’t understand why the wicked prosper - why things happen ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Psalm 16: Practicing The Presence Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Sep 22, 2024

This is the first sermon in a three-week series on Psalm 16.

Psalm 16: Practicing the Presence of God Introduction: Bill Hybels titled a book years ago, "Too Busy Not to Pray." We live in a busy world. A world where the expectations of the workplace are rising, where the prices of groceries are increasing, yet we are bombarded with ads attempting ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Handling Guilt Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 13, 2024

In today’s sermon, we will explore how God’s grace offers freedom from false guilt, empowering us to let go of past mistakes and walk confidently in the truth that there is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus.

Overcoming Guilt Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons The mind’s capacity to remember thoughts, emotions, and events is a remarkable gift, but it can also be a source of profound pain. On one hand, it is a blessing to recall the beauty of cherished moments—walking on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:8, Romans 6:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Facing The New Year

Contributed by Richard Bowman on Dec 29, 2025

Contrast between faithfulness and popularity. Are we willing to sacrifice popularity for faithfulness?

FACING THE NEW YEAR Warsaw Christian Church, Richard M. Bowman, Pastor Emeritus Text: John 12:42-43; Nevertheless even among the rulers many believed in Him, but because of the Pharisees they did not confess Him, lest they should be put out of the synagogue; 43 for they loved the praise of men ...read more

Scripture: John 12:42-43