Sermons on Less Fortune:

God's New World Order

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jun 6, 2017

I. God's New Age Has Arrived in Christ Jesus! - Jesus Resurrection inaugurated God's New Order II. Jesus Commissions Us to be His Witnesses - to be His Change Agents

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20 (Call to Worship - Psalm 8) God's New World Order I. God's New Age Has Arrived in Christ Jesus! - Jesus Resurrection inaugurated God's New Order II. Jesus Commissions Us to be His Witnesses - to be His Change Agents INTRO: Grace and peace from God our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20, Psalm 8:1-9

Denomination: Nazarene

Graced From Shame (2nd Sunday) Series

Contributed by Kent Kessler on Dec 9, 2006

Has someone put a little "dis" on the front of your grace? Elizabeth knew what that was like. Her freedom was hindered, her past was haunting her, her conditions were less than what they should be, her religion was empty and she her efforts were fruitless

When I was little, if I had something on my face, my mother would often spit on a napkin or her thumb, reach over into my space and wipe the grit, or food, or dirt off of my face. It is a proven fact that a mother’s spit contains the same ingredients found in Formula 409! When we don’t look right, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Methodist

A Special Father's Day - Father Of The Fatherless

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 14, 2007

This MUST READ for Fathers and the Father-LESS. 6/18/06, My first “fatherless” father’s day. Proverbs 4:1 was speaking directly to me… “Young Man, Listen to me as you would your father” Psalm 68:5 says that God is the Father of the fatherless

A SPECIAL FATHERS DAY by William K. Akehurst This MUST READ for Fathers and the FatherLESS. My calling came from the Word in Proverbs 4:1. From 6/18/06, my first “fatherless” father’s day, with excerpts from the book, ‘God’s promises to Fathers’ by Jack Countryman Proverbs 4:1 was speaking ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 68:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why We Forgive Series

Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Jan 5, 2014

Based on Dr. John A. McArthur's book "The Freedom and Power of Forgiveness" in reading or hearing this message we learn that we are nothing less than hypocrites when we do not forgive. For more information on this topic,read MacArthur's book! (1/5/14)

**I preached this sermon, based upon concepts from John MacArthur's book "The Freedom and Power of Forgiveness", originally in 1999. Since then, I have preached it a few times and have modified it to fit in a devotional format. Over the next few weeks, we will discuss the topic of forgiveness, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:18-21

Denomination: Bible Church

Facing Opposition And Overcoming

Contributed by Colin Mcgeer on May 16, 2023

Joseph faced opposition but, as a result, saved his family. David faced opposition from his brother but went ahead and killed Goliath. Nehemiah faced opposition, never lost confidence, and completed the building in record time. We no less will succeed, our confidence in our Lord.

In Genesis 37 we read about Joseph the second youngest of twelve brothers born to Jacob, He was only seventeen years old. His father loved him more than his other sons. One day he made a coat of many colours for Joseph. His brothers hated him and did not speak very kindly to him. Joseph then has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:28-37, Ephesians 6:12, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, Nehemiah 4:1-3, Nehemiah 6:1-3, Colossians 3:15  (view more)  (view less)

When Emotions Stifle Our Conscience Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Dec 15, 2021

Many people are struggling with jealousy. Notice how jealousy arises in our hearts only when we compare ourselves with others. Most often our comparisons are only with those who are doing better than us, never with those who have much less than us.

When emotions stifle our conscience In Genesis 42:21, we read, “Then they said to one another, “In truth we are guilty concerning our brother, in that we saw the distress of his soul, when he begged us and we did not listen. That is why this distress has come upon us.” (ESV) These are the words ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31

Denomination: Other

Overcoming Boredom

Contributed by Ray Pritchard on Sep 8, 2003

Boredom is a warning sign that we are living for self when we ought to be living for God.

Overcoming Boredom Ecclesiastes 9:10; Colossians 3:17 A ten-year-old boy was asked, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” Influenced by the threat of nuclear war and the reality of terrorist attacks around the world, the boy thought for a moment and then replied with just one word: ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:10, Colossians 3:17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Being Rich Can Make Us Spiritually Poor Series

Contributed by Peter Toy on Mar 28, 2013

If we don’t learn to handle our wealth in a godly manner, it can separate us from God.

Being rich can make us spiritually poor. A story is told of a rich man who was on his death bed. He called in three of his friends, a pastor, a doctor and a lawyer to give them a strange request. He gave each of the men an envelope with one million dollars in it. He instructed the men that during ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Weeps Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 21, 2007

This picture, much less this statement, surprises a lot of people. Some people think a deity ought to behave differently. Gods, so the popular image goes, sit far off, throw lightning bolts, or send angels. What kind of god would get so close to his su

Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Jesus Wept John 11:25-27; 33-36 Just two little words. In fact it’s the shortest verse in the Bible. That alone gets our attention. Just two little words. But it’s not just the brevity of the statement that gets ...read more

Scripture: John 11:35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Am The True Vine (You Are The Branches) - John 15 V 1-11 This Is Part 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 2, 2022

Abiding in Christ is as simple as the branches abiding in the Vine. Yet what causes some branches to become less productive? In the Part 2 of "I am the Vine, you are the branches," we look at what it means to abide, and at service. Fruit brings glory to Christ and magnifies His Name.

I AM THE TRUE VINE (You are the branches) - John 15 v 1-11 THIS IS PART 2 Welcome to the last Part in this series of messages on the “I AMs” of John’s gospel. We are continuing the thoughts in “I am the Vine” that has much to do with bearing fruit and abiding or remaining. Last time in PART 1 ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-14, Psalm 119:9, Ephesians 5:26-27, Galatians 5:22-23, 1 Corinthians 3:12-15, Matthew 25:23, John 14:15, John 14:21, 1 John 3:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Finding Your Identity"

Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 28, 2018

All of us are called to serve God full time. I also came to the understanding that serving him as my vocation, as my job, was indeed what he wanted from me. It is God’s desire that every believer will serve him full-time-nothing more-nothing less.

“Finding Your Identity” 1st Peter 2:5-10 I remember God speaking to me about entering the ministry when I was 11 years old. I was actively attending church and God had placed a call on my life. Sometimes it is hard to describe to someone who has not received that call but I have never doubted it. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Protection Of Paul In Jerusalem Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 2, 2024

- Ever wonder why God allows you to walk through things & gain strength? Have you ever seen God at work in your life and wonder how you survived? Why would we think he would do any less for His Apostle to the Gentiles?

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 33 God’s protection of Paul in Jerusalem Acts 21:15-40 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- Last week, we saw Paul’s commitment to Jesus; even willing to die if needed - Today, I’d like us to see the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:15-40, 1 Corinthians 2:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How You Can Have The Power Of God Series

Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Dec 4, 2002

God wants to fill our powerless lives with His power and strength.

Danny Simpson, a 24-year-old Canadian, was sentenced to 6 years in jail for robbing a bank in Ottawa, Canada of $6,000. The gun he used in the robbery, however, ended up in a Canadian museum. The .45 caliber Colt semi-automatic turned out to be an antique made in 1918 by the Ross Rifle Company of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-40

Denomination: Pentecostal

My Life As A Worshiper (1 Of 6) Series

Contributed by Mark Mcnees on Apr 24, 2007

A series called MyLife: Improving Your Profile. Basically, it’s a series looking at the phenomenon known as MySpace and using it as an extended metaphor to moving us closer to the heart and mind of God.

MyLife As a Worshiper By Pastor Mark McNees This message was originally given at Element3 Church in Tallahassee FL. To download this message’s corresponding PowerPoint, audio, and artistic elements for free please visit www.element3.org Hey, I’m Mark. I’m pastor here and we are starting a new ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:22-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There Will Be A Price

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jul 25, 2006

Three things Christians cannot be - using various Scriptures and illustrations.

You have heard me say on many occasions that there is a difference between churchgoers and true bonafide Christians. The difference is not in how often they attend church or even how involved they get within the church. The difference is where their hearts are. The bonafide Christian’s heart ...read more

Scripture: James 4:17

Denomination: *other