Sermons on Lenten Practices:

The Tongue: The Power And Purpose Of Our Words

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Nov 13, 2010

James is presenting practical Christianity. He has told us faith without works is dead. In other words a prayer that doesn't change our practices is powerless. Meeting Jesus changes us permanently and continually. This impacts our works and our words.

Intro: We dive in again to the depths of James practical teaching. He has given us tests and teachings on practical faith in a personal Jesus. Remember that James and Jesus want us to not only be born again of the word but have it to take root in our lives and cause us to trust God more fully ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Crucified Life Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 24, 2020

Over the past four weeks, we have been studying how the Kingdom of God is lived out practically. This morning, I want to review where we have been and prepare us to examine chapter 6, the most practical section of the book of Galatians.

Dance Lessons: Crucified Life Galatians 5:22-25 (Part 4) Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 06-14-2020 Treasure Found [Slide] Ten years ago, millionaire art dealer Forrest Fenn buried a box of hidden treasure filled with gold coins and precious gems worth at least two million ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-25

Denomination: Baptist

Walking Towards Spiritual Fitness

Contributed by Steve Taylor on Jun 9, 2018

Spiritual growth requires effort and diligence, and it takes time. It’s not a one shot deal. There’ll be constant battles. But just like physical fitness, you’ve gotta keep getting back out there, and start back working out, your body, mind and soul.

Do you ever feel like you’re slipping with your faith? You just can’t seem to keep steady with doing what you know it takes to be a good Christian. You just can’t be that perfect projection of what’s perceived to be the “perfect Christian”. Well believe me, true spiritual growth requires effort ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8

The Whole Reason Wholly - We Love Him Because He First Loved Us – 1john 4:16 Part 1 Of 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 7, 2022

There is the absolute necessity that the life must be free from known sin, that cankerous disease that creeps in and makes God’s love “less abiding” because our knowledge and spirits are clouded, and we are not abiding in His love.

THE WHOLE REASON WHOLLY - WE LOVE HIM BECAUSE HE FIRST LOVED US – 1John 4:16 PART 1 OF 2 INTRODUCTION – A DIFFICULTY May I say that I have a difficulty with a bible verse, understanding exactly what its application is. This is the passage – {{Luke 23 v 33 “and when they came to the place called ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-34, Acts 2:23, Acts 2:36, Luke 7:8, 1 John 4:16-21, Romans 5:3-5, 1 John 3:17-18, 2 Corinthians 13:5, Song of Songs 2:3-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Moving Toward Spiritual Discernment-7

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 6, 2020

7 of ? The apostle John sheds light on the need for Spiritual Discernment in the Church. Spiritual Discernment is a necessity in the Church. But How is it to be achieved/accomplished? Moving(yourself, the Church, & others) toward spiritual discernment recognizes...

MOVING TOWARD SPIRITUAL DISCERNMENT-VII —1John 3:16b-19(3:10--4:21) Attention: There will always be people who attempt to place all belief systems ‘in the same basket’ as it were. Claiming that all of them—Hindus, Muslims, Christians, Buddhists, etc.— are ‘chasing after’ the same things, albeit ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

Persevering In Faith: Holding On To God's Promises Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 24, 2024

In Hebrews 10:35-36, the writer speaks to a group of weary believers, who are tempted to throw in the towel and give up their faith in the face of persecution and hardship. Instead of encouraging them to quit, the author urges them to press on, to hold tightly to their confidence in God’s promises.

Persevering in Faith: Holding On to God’s Promises Hebrews 10:35-36 (NLT) – “So do not throw away this confident trust in the Lord. Remember the great reward it brings you! Patient endurance is what you need now, so that you will continue to do God’s will. Then you will receive all that he has ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:35-36, Romans 8:28, Hebrews 12:1, James 1:3-4, 2 Corinthians 4:17, Genesis 21:5, Genesis 41:41, Hebrews 12:2, Hebrews 10:24-25, Psalm 119:105  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And Show Mercy - Matthew 5:7 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 19, 2025

We continue our ‘Go! And…’ series by focusing on a powerful yet often misunderstood command from Jesus. Matthew 5:7: "God blesses those who are merciful, for they will be shown mercy."

Go! And Show Mercy - Matthew 5:7 Introduction Today, we continue our ‘Go! And…’ series by focusing on a powerful yet often misunderstood command from Jesus. Our key verse is found in Matthew 5:7: "God blesses those who are merciful, for they will be shown mercy." (Matthew 5:7, NLT) In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7, Lamentations 3:22-23, Ephesians 2:4-5, John 8:10-11, Luke 10:33-37, Luke 6:36, Colossians 3:13, James 2:13-17, Matthew 7:1-2, James 2:13, Proverbs 11:25, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Character Study Of Martha – Sister Of Mary And Lazarus Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 25, 2025

Martha was a devoted and hospitable follower of Jesus who initially struggled with anxiety and distraction. However, she demonstrated great faith in Christ and learned to balance service with worship.

CHARACTER STUDY OF MARTHA – SISTER OF MARY AND LAZARUS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 10:38-42 "Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things, but one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, which will not be taken away from her." – Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42, John 11:1-44, John 12:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

1. Simple Prayer And Prayer Of The Ordinary Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 4, 2020

I first put this Lenten address together in 2008, and when the Vicar's wife said she found it good and thought it should go on "Sermoncentral" - so who was I to disagree. I offer this series as a help and it is based on Richard Foster's excellent book Prayer

Introduction. This series on Prayer is based on Richard Foster’s BRILLIANT book simply called "Prayer". If you want to study Prayer seriously it is a book you must read. Story: This series of studies came out a time of retreat at Mariastein, near Basle in Switzerland in October last ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:1-15, Jeremiah 20:7-10, James 2:14-18

Denomination: Anglican

Extreme Living In Your Work

Contributed by Steve Malone on Sep 14, 2004

In this messsage we will look at the principle, the power, the practice and the purpose for living Extreme in the workplace. (Extreme Living - part 3)

Extreme Living At Your Work Extreme Living – part 3 IF – you have your bible please TURN to Isaiah chapter 6… In the year that King Uzziah died… OKAY - let’s pause there for a moment… BECAUSE - there is a reason for Isaiah recording those 7 words… AND – we will miss that reason if we just read ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Do You Worship?

Contributed by Bob Hunter on Jul 29, 2003

Contemporary treatment of Herod’s tragic death. Video clip suggestion, relevant illustrations, practical points of application.

"What do you worship?" Acts 12:20-25 By Pastor Bob Hunter Suggested Video Clip: "What do you worship?" Available at www.willowvideo.com Introduction: As we continue our series in Acts, I want to call your attention to rather peculiar death of King Herod the Agrippa. Now, I’m warning you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-25, Exodus 20:3

Denomination: Holiness

What's Wrong With Me? The Question Of Alienation ( Loneliness )

Contributed by Marty Baker on Nov 14, 2002

This message concentrates on what happens when you are lonely and provides you with some practical steps in overcoming loneliness

What’s Wrong With Me? The Question of Alienation 1 Kings 19:1-10 Dr. Marty Baker Stevens Creek Community Church Augusta, Georgia www.stevenscreek.net Introduction A wave of despair is silently crashing over America. Floodlights pierce the night, announcing yet another home-video store. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-10

Denomination: Church Of God

What Should I Be Doing During The Lord's Supper? Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on May 2, 2003

The purpose of this sermon is to cut through traditions and get to the spirtual purposes for the ordinance and give practical ways to accompish these purposes.

1 Corinthians What Should I Be Doing During the Lord’s Supper? 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 May 4, 2003 Intro: A. [Communion Misunderstood, Citation: Terry Fullam, "Worship: What We’re Doing, and Why," Preaching Today, Tape No. 102.] I’m thinking of a small-town church in upstate New York. They’d had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rejoice In The Lord Always

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 5, 2003

Let us examine twenty two ways that we can practically obey the scripture and rejoice in the Lord always

Rejoice in the Lord Always - Phil. 4:4 We Americans are living in a time when more people are suffering from discouragement, depression and disillusionment than at any time in history even though we are the richest country on the planet - why? Illustration: Discouragement is dissatisfaction ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mississippi's Greatest Sin

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Jan 22, 2003

This sermon takes a look at the issue of racism and the reasons behind it and looks at some practical ways to bring about reconciliation.

1 Corinthians 14:8 says, “If the trumpet does not sound a clear call, who will get ready for battle?” The church has been given the responsibility to boldly trumpet God’s truth so that are society has an understanding of what is right and what is wrong. One of the reasons we have such moral ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-26

Denomination: Methodist