Sermons on Leisure:

When The Guest Becomes The Host

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jul 18, 2022

A sermon for the Sunday after Pentecost, Year C, Lectionary 16

July 17, 2022 Gen. 18:1-10a; Lk. 10:38-42 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church When the Guest Becomes the Host Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. There’s a joy surrounding hospitality. It’s a delight to welcome people into ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-10, Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Lutheran

What To Remember And What To Forget

Contributed by William Tan Yh on Aug 19, 2021

Life is a journey that each of us must take, and we can only pass through this way once. Let’s learn what are the things we need to remember and the things we need to forget. In this way, we can travel more efficiently.

TITLE: WHAT TO REMEMBER AND WHAT TO FORGET Introduction: Imagine that you are going on a business cum leisure trip. During the preparation, you may have a hundred things on your mind. Now you need to prioritize what to bring and what not to bring. For example, you must remember to bring your ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:4-5, Luke 15:13-16, Genesis 19:1-25, Luke 17:32-33, Philippians 3:18-21, Isaiah 1:18, Isaiah 43:18, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Philippians 3:13-14, Isaiah 40:31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Crew On The Roof

Contributed by Perry Hancock on Mar 10, 2022

Loving our friends means bringing them to Jesus.

Luke 5:17-26 17 Now it happened on a certain day, as He was teaching, that there were Pharisees and teachers of the law sitting by, who had come out of every town of Galilee, Judea, and Jerusalem. And the power of the Lord was present to heal them. 18 Then behold, men brought on a bed a man who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-26

Denomination: Baptist

Busy Bee’s

Contributed by James Thibodeaux on Oct 29, 2021

One of the prime dangers for Christians today is getting so busy that we up losing our spiritual focus. Especially as the pace of society hastens, this is a real danger to spiritual

Intro: This is an add on from a short little message I did last Thursday on vacation from a mountain top we were at and I gave more thoughts on being too busy. Then was lead to this thought that one of the prime dangers for Christians today is getting so busy that we up losing our spiritual focus. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

The Source Of Perseverance Series

Contributed by Kevin Evans Tay on Aug 8, 2020

Find Strength to persevere in this midst of trials

THE SOURCE OF PERSEVERANCE 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 By Pastor Kevin Evans Tay Intro: • This week I felt like I was drawn to this passage as I prepare for today’s sharing. • If you have your bible, turn to 2 Corinthians 4. I’m going to read to you verse 8-9. • I felt like this is the word for this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-9

"all Things New, A New Year Message"

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 14, 2022

For many of us, a new year is a time for resolutions and getting rid of bad habits. Today is January the 8th…so far, so good! Someone was writing down New Year resolutions: “Gain weight, save less money, set realistic goals.”

Norman Vincent Peal spent New Year’s Eve in Rome. A friend warned him to stay inside his hotel for his own safety, because people have a habit of throwing old, unwanted things out their windows on New Year’s Eve. He explained, “If you should be walking down the street, you’re likely to have an ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-7

Denomination: Congregational

Leads Me Beside Still Waters Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jan 15, 2021

God leads us through the Holy Spirit to a comfortable and peaceful life in our day-to-day experiences. The turbulent world of life looks for a quiet place to enjoy the grace of God. Read more about how David enjoyed singing Psalm 23.

Theme: Lead be beside quiet waters Text: Psalm 23:1-6 Greetings: The Lord is good and His Love endures forever!! Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, I greet you all in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Introduction: Let us remember our Annual theme, “I am the Way, the Truth, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:2

Denomination: Methodist

2023 New Year’ Message: "Preparing For The Journey Ahead”

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 31, 2022

Unbelief caused their forefathers to die in the wilderness, never seeing God’s best, and never experiencing the future God had for them. They had God as their father, Moses as their leader, God's promises and yet die with their dreams unfulfilled.

2023 New Year’ Message: “Preparing For the Journey Ahead” Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:8-17 “Therefore, be careful to obey every command I am giving you today, so you may have strength to go in and take over the land you are about to enter. 9 If you obey, you will enjoy a long life in the land ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:8-17, Deuteronomy 11:18-20

Denomination: Methodist

L’s That Lead To Lack Or Poverty

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 17, 2015

L’s That Lead to Lack or Poverty

L’s That Lead to Lack or Poverty Laziness Proverbs 14:23 - In all labour there is profit: but the talk of the lips tendeth only to penury. ( lack ) Proverbs 6:6 - Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise: Proverbs 20:4 - The sluggard will not plow by reason of the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:14-15

Denomination: Foursquare

Making A Commitment To The Church Series

Contributed by Brett Crosson on May 10, 2019

One of the greatest commitments we are called to make is to the local church, to the house of God, the fellowship of the saints. Through this sermon I hope to show you why, and I pray that you will commit.

Joshua 1:1-9 God makes two promises to Joshua. God promises to be with Joshua v5, 9c God promises Joshua prosperous and successful and victorious over his enemies v2-5a. God gives two conditions to Joshua. He is to be strong and courageous v6-7a, 9a,b. In other words, to be full of faith. To ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Know What To Do, So Why Don't I Do It? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

The struggle between the flesh and the Spirit in a believer's life, emphasizing the need to rely on the Holy Spirit's power to overcome sin and choose righteousness.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. Today, we're diving deep into the book of Romans, unpacking a passage that explores the struggle of the flesh, the power of the Spirit, and the choice of the believer. The Christian life is not a walk in the park, y'all; it's a journey marked by trials, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:16-20

Topics: Excuses

Physical Fitness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2023

This sermon emphasizes honoring God by valuing and caring for our bodies as temples of the Holy Spirit, integrating physical health into our spiritual journey.

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy to be with you today, sharing the Word of God and seeking His wisdom together. We are blessed to be here, in this place, at this time, with hearts open to God's message for us. Opening Scripture Reading – Today, we turn our attention ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Topics: Physical Body

God Commanded Israel To Observe The Sabbath PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 22, 2023

This sermon explores the Sabbath as a divine promise of rest and peace, encouraging believers to understand and apply its significance in their lives today.

Grace and peace to you, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather together in this sacred space, we carry with us the weight of the world, the burdens of our hearts, and the longing for something more. We yearn for rest, for peace, for a moment of respite in the midst of the chaos that ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11, Exodus 31:13, Deuteronomy 5:12-15, Jeremiah 17:21-24

Topics: Israel's Obligation, Sabbath

Preparing For The End Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 3, 2014

Peter gives his readers some very practical instructions on how to end our time on this earth so that we are properly prepared for our eternal future. This basic instruction contains some wise counsel regarding Christian living & ministry

1 PETER 4: 7-11 [Renewing Hope Series] PREPARING FOR THE END [Luke 12:35-43] The Bible here sounds a note of warning and motivation, the end is at hand! And because the end is near, there are some specific ways we should be living out the will of God. So Peter gives his readers some very ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Why Care About People? God Calls Us To Do It

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 13, 2012

This is a message on why God's love for people should be our motivation for evangelism. Since God cares for people, we need to care.

Why Care About People, God Calls Us To Do It Hosea 11:1-11 Mark 1:14-21 Calvary 3-11-2012 Today we are starting a new series entitled “Why Care About People.” How many of you have discovered that people can cause you a lot of headaches? How many of you have been tempted at ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed