Sermons on Lent 4 Year A:

The Gospel For Underdogs

Contributed by Don Schultz on Apr 2, 2015

The disciples didn't stand a chance. Neither do you. But there is hope...

John 17:11-19 The Gospel for Underdogs 11 I will remain in the world no longer, but they are still in the world, and I am coming to you. Holy Father, protect them by the power of your name, the name you gave me, so that they may be one as we are one. 12 While I was with them, I protected them and ...read more

Scripture: John 17:11-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Many Hands Make Light Work Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Apr 22, 2008

The Hebrews pair up the practical human effort with the practical Godly effort to address the dire circumstances they find themselves in.

In February of 1945 Joe Rosenthal pulled out his camera and clicked a photo that would later become the most reproduced photograph in the history of photography: Five young Marines planting the American flag on the island of Iwo Jima. The photo of these young men raising the flag was splashed ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Twenty-Seventh Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year A- Wicked Tenants

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Aug 27, 2023

In one word, what do you live for?

In 1962, when President John F. Kennedy was visiting the NASA Space center, he noticed a janitor sweeping the hallway and asked him, “What do you do around here?” To his surprise, the janitor replied, “Well, Mr. President, I’m helping to put a man on the moon.” This janitor found meaning in seeing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-43, Isaiah 5:1-7

Denomination: Catholic

Twenty-Ninth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year A--Church And State

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Sep 3, 2023

Otherwise, politics is about "bread and circuses."

Have you ever noticed that when you combine the two words, “THE” and “IRS,” it spells “THEIRS”? At one and the same time Jesus affirmed the rights of the state and freedom of conscience to worship and serve God. By allowing Caesar to collect taxes, Jesus opposes the Pharisees by acknowledging ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-21

Denomination: Catholic

His Plans Not Our Plans

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 19, 2013

The Temple of the LORD and the dynasty of David.

HIS PLANS, NOT OUR PLANS. 2 Samuel 7:1-16. (The title of this Sermon is based upon Isaiah 55:8-9.) There are three main thrusts in our reading in 2 Samuel today: 1. There is a subtle difference between a good idea and God’s will (2 Samuel 7:1-4); 2. God’s presence cannot be contained in a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hey, You Have Dirt On Your Face! Series

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Apr 15, 2017

observance of Ash Wednesday

HEY, YOU HAVE DIRT ON YOUR FACE! Genesis 3:19 This Wednesday, we begin the church season of Lent, a time of reflection as we wait for the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. This forty days begin after Shrove Tuesday, a day when we stuff our faces and tummies with all the sweets and our ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:19

Denomination: Episcopal

I’m A Christian And It’s An Election Year ... So What?

Contributed by Jason Wilbourne on Oct 17, 2012

What are the responsibilities of believers in this critical election cycle?

Have you noticed it’s an election year yet? • Endless TV ads, surveys, mailings, and phone calls. We’re getting down to the wire now. In just over three weeks we’ll head to the polls and America will make it choices. Someone said to me this week: “I’ll be glad when this is all over.” It’s a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16

Denomination: Church Of God

New Years Resolution... "Live Life Like You Were Dying"

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Dec 22, 2014

It's not enough for us to get the realization..to live like we were dying We need to come to the realization… To live like those around us were dying... And that they don't have to die without the opportunity of knowing Jesus..cause we know the way.

New Years Resolution... "Live life like You Were Dying" 2 Peter 3:10-11 MSG But when the Day of God’s Judgment does come, it will be unannounced, like a thief. The sky will collapse with a thunderous bang, everything disintegrating in a huge conflagration, earth and all its works exposed to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Year-End Inventory 2025: Reflection And Renewal For God’s Glory

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 26, 2025

Before we rush into the next year, we must pause and look back. What did 2025 teach you about God, about yourself, and about the people around you? Did you walk faithfully with Him? Did you experience seasons of joy, sorrow, or doubt?

INTRODUCTION: As we approach the end of another year—2025—we are often filled with mixed emotions. Some of us are grateful for the victories we’ve experienced, others may have regrets and hope to leave the failures behind. The Bible encourages reflection. As written in Lamentations, we are to ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:40, 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Vision Sunday

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 19, 2007

Our church vision for coming year(s).

Vision Sunday 2007 Proverbs 29:18; Zech 6:15 Introduction The coming year’s theme for our church will be, “We attempt great things FOR God, and we expect great things FROM God!” Let’s say it together … Do you believe that we can attempt great things for God? Do you believe that through the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Topical Sermon. Series

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Nov 14, 2009

I believe the ELCA congregations who are in rage over our Chruch’s assembly decision to endorse homosexuality, need to take time beofore acting - but act we must.

24th Sunday after Pentecost, November 15, 2009 Grace be into you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, we give you thanks for all your many blessings upon us, especially the gift of your Son, Jesus the Christ, your incarnate and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:26-32

Denomination: Lutheran

It's New Years Eve, Have You Discovered Your Destiny? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 28, 2017

The final sermon in the series on Discovering your Destiny. Your destiny, my destiny, starts with God’s will and purpose for our lives. It’s not about what you or I want our destiny to be, it’s all about seeking the destiny God has planned for us.

It’s New Years Eve. Another year is almost over. As the clock strikes midnight this evening we will be in 2018. Our preaching theme for 2017, has been Discover your destiny, discovering our destiny. This morning will be the last sermon in the series and I want to ask you a few questions: Have ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-13, Psalm 139:13-16, Isaiah 44:6-8, Isaiah 43:18-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Honor Thy Father And Thy Mother... All Year Around (5) Series

Contributed by Ovidiu Radulescu on Nov 30, 2010

In the same way the marriage relationship typifies Christ and the church, the relationship between children and parents typifies the relationship between Christ and the Father, and even the church and God the Father.This promise that Paul talks about in E

ILL. Here is several things you’ll never hear form a parent: - You know Pumpkin, now that you’re 13, you’ll be ready for un-chaperoned car dates. Won’t that be fun? - I noticed that all your friends have a certain hostile attitude. I like that. - Here’s a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

What Time Is It Anyway Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jan 18, 2007

4 of 4 messages on time

It’s About Time It’s About Time What Time is it anyway? January 21, 2007 It’s About Time Is it time yet? “Is it time yet?” I can’t tell you how often I have heard those words over the years after having raised three children who were always interested in knowing when the “time” was coming that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:8-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Forgiveness: What You Won't Be Sorry For Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Nov 30, 2003

Joseph, Pt 4 of 4

FORGIVENESS MEANS HAVING TO SAY YOU’RE SORRY (GENESIS 42:21-22, 44:33-45:8, 50:15-21) The first time we experience clogging in our double-basin kitchen sink in the States was a nightmare. The water would drain from the left basin and come up on the right basin. Since our regular handyman was out of ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible