Sermons on Lavish Affection:

The Parable Of The Rich Man And Lazarus. Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Sep 6, 2019

Do the rich go to hell and the poor to heaven? What determines our future status?

The Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus Luke 16: 19-31 This parable of our Lord, found in Luke 16, grows out of the reaction of the Pharisees to his story of the dishonest steward. The point of that was that our Lord emphasized and underscored the link between money and spirituality. He indicated ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Do You Do When God Says No? Series

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Sep 5, 2016

God often says "no" to his children. He said no to Paul; no to Moses regarding Miriam's leprosy and his entering the Promised land; no to Jesus in Gethsamane. He now says no to David. That is part of His Godly attributes as a Father.

DAVID SERIES: A MAN AFTER GOD'S OWN HEART - PART 16: WHEN GOD SAYS NO, THEN WHAT? 2 SAMUEL 7: 1 After the king was settled in his palace and the Lord had given him rest from all his enemies around him, 2 he said to Nathan the prophet, ¡§Here I am, living in a house of cedar, while the Ark of God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-18

Denomination: Charismatic

It's Time To Wake Up! Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 17, 2020

At the end of Romans 13, Paul reminds Christians of the debt of love they owe and warns them to wake up and put off the deeds of darkness because the return of Christ is nearing.

A. One of my favorite things to do as a father when our daughters were growing up, was to wake them up in the morning. 1. I loved seeing their sweet, sleepy faces as I woke them with a gentle voice, saying, “It’s time to wake up.” 2. What is your attitude when you wake up? a. I’m a morning ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Toward A Kinder, Gentler Creation Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 18, 2018

The Humility, Gentlness and Kindess of God was displayed in how he entered this world--as a gently, humble baby who would eventually deal with our sins with the same humility, gentleness and kindness in order to reconcile us to Himself. What an Awesome Savior and God!

Toward a Kinder, Gentler Creation Luke 2:1-20 This month our nation mourned the passing of George Herbert Walker Bush, the 41st president of the United States. The thing that I remember most about the first George Bush was a theme that he wanted to characterize his presidency. He wanted us to be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20, Matthew 11:28-29, Philippians 2:5-8, James 4:6, Isaiah 57:15, Isaiah 66:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Bible Church

And The Word Became Flesh: An Exposition Of John 1:1-18

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 20, 2018

This is what Christmas is all about.

And the Word Became Flesh John 1:1-18 Luke and Matthew begin their gospels with the incidents leading up to the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem. Mark begins with the sudden burst of the adult John the Baptist and then Jesus coming on the scene. These events are grounded in the space-time history we ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14, John 1:1-18, John 1:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Called To Be Loved Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Apr 10, 2018

Being part of God's family means that we have acceptance, access, assurance and assistance

CALLED TO BE LOVED There was an emperor in the Far East who was growing old and knew that he would soon have to choose his successor. Now normally when an emperor needed to chose a successor he would make his selection from one his own children, but he had none. Ordering all the eldest children ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:4-5

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Is Serving God Worth It?

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 13, 2018

Serving God is worth it because God delights in saving those who delight in serving Him

ENGAGE Have you ever asked the question – Is serving God really worth it? I know that I’ve certainly done that in my life and my guess is that most of you have done that at some point in your life as well. TENSION Maybe at work you’re the model employee. You show up on time for work every day, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

It Takes Faith (Part Seven) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 31, 2017

Abraham faced, and passed, probably the greatest test of faith given to a man (except for Jesus). Today we'll focus on Genesis 22 where God commanded Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac. We'll see that It takes faith to put God first.

IT TAKES FAITH (part seven) Hebrews 11:17-19 Today we'll be looking at probably the greatest test of faith given to a man followed by the greatest display of trust and obedience (next to Jesus', of course). In this story we have God commanding Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac. But this is the ...read more

Scripture: James 2:21-24, Hebrews 11:17-19, Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Shield Of Faith: Faith Is The Opposite Of Knowledge Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 22, 2023

Our believing loyalty to Christ is our shield when Satan sends fiery arrows at us and tries to make us think faith is the opposite of knowledge or that faith in Christ is blind and dumb.

THE ARMOR OF GOD AND THE LIES OF THE ENEMY Shield of Faith: Faith is the Opposite of Knowledge Ephesians 6:10-18 #armorofGod INTRODUCTION… Francis Shaeffer Quote, youngadults.ccphilly.org/is-faith-the-opposite-of-knowledge/ Francis Shaeffer (1912-1984) was an American theologian and philosopher ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Other Side Of The Story

Contributed by Terry Hovey on Mar 4, 2023

I’m sure that almost all of you remember that back in the day there was this radio news pundit called Paul Harvey...

The Other Side of The Story Luke 15:11-32 I’m sure that almost all of you remember that back in the day there was this radio news pundit called Paul Harvey. I used to love listening to him, even though I was just a kid and he was talking about stuff that really wasn’t within my radar at the time, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Methodist

Call Waiting Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 27, 2022

If God puts unexpected obstacles in your path to ministry, how should you handle it?

When I graduated from seminary, I had no idea when or where I would be called into ministry. Many of my classmates were luckier. They knew where they were going. They had received a call. I, on the other hand, would not even be eligible to receive a call for at least one year, perhaps two or more. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Peace Of Christmas Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 29, 2022

If you want to see God turn your disappointments into dreams come true, then like Joseph just trust and obey Him.

Dave Barry talks about one of his most vivid childhood memories of Christmas. It was the annual Nativity Pageant at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church in Armonk, NY. It involved almost all the Sunday School kids, and Mrs. Elson, who had experience in the Legitimate Theater, was the director. Barry ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Be Wise About Sex Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 20, 2024

In the book of Proverbs, Solomon devotes four long sections to the subject of sexual morality. In these sections, he not only warns about where the traps and temptations of sexual immorality lead, he also gives a godly and life bringing alternative.

A. Once there was a preacher who was explaining to his son about the “facts of life” or better known as “the birds and the bees.” 1. The youngster listened wide-eyed and attentively, and when his dad was finished, he asked with great concern: “Does God know about this?” 2. Rest assured: God knows ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:16-19, Proverbs 5:1-23, Proverbs 6:20-35, Proverbs 7:1-27, 1 Corinthians 6:18-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Taking Jeremiah Personally (Jeremiah 1:1-5) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Aug 20, 2023

Few Bible readers would say their favorite book is Jeremiah. But we need his message. #33 in the series 66 in 52: A One Year Journey through the Bible

Note: I benefitted greatly from Skip Heitzig's sermon on Jeremiah from his "The Bible From 30,000 feet" series. Good morning. Please turn to the book of Jeremiah in your Bibles. INTRODUCTION: Anyone want to guess what the number one song of 1971 was? You’ve probably guessed, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:1-5, Ephesians 1:3-10

Denomination: Baptist

Seven Churches Of Revelations Part 5 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 15, 2023

New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon.

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29, 1 Kings 16:30-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational