Sermons on Lesser:

Breaking The Cycle In A Land Misled-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 9, 2019

3 of 5. King Ahaz of Judah’s reign was marked/defined by political expediency, acquiescence, & compliance. A land defined by political expediency, acquiescence, & compliance is misled & to be pitied. The cycle must be broken in a misled land, due to it’s wasted...

BREAKING The CYCLE In A LAND MISLED--III— 2Kings 16:1-4(16:01-18; 18:01-07, 13-16; 19:1-7, 14-20, 35-37) Overcoming Political Compliance/Acquiescence Overcoming The Politics of Spiritual Acquiescence. Attention: Thomas Jefferson regarding his concern for America regarding her shameless sin, even ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 16:1-18, 2 Kings 18:1-7, 2 Kings 18:13-16, 2 Kings 19:1-7, 2 Kings 19:14-20, 2 Kings 19:35-37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

We Need To Straighten Up!" Series

Contributed by David Nolte on Oct 24, 2018

A call to America to turn back to God

“We Need To Straighten Up!” Nahum 3:1-19 David P. Nolte America was founded by those who sought freedom from religious persecution. Because of their faith and religious persuasion, the Judeo-Christian morals, ethics and values of the Bible became the basis for law in the colonies. God was ...read more

Scripture: Nahum 3:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ruth 3: God Provides Faithful Love Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jan 16, 2020

Ruth is a love story, not about romantic love, but faithful love (Hebrew "hesed"), shown by Boaz, and reflecting the love of God.

Ruth 3: God Provides FAITHFUL LOVE Ruth is a love story. Ruth, a widow in a strange land, goes into a field at harvest time, to gather grain left by the reapers. The owner of the field, who is considerably older, treats her with kindness, inviting her to share his lunch, and telling his workers ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-18, Psalm 36:5-6, Deuteronomy 7:9, Deuteronomy 25:5-6, Judges 19:1-30, Romans 5:6-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus Never Forgets Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Nov 29, 2019

The persecution faced by the church of the Thessalonians was causing them to think that Jesus had forgotten them. By focusing on the end times Paul teaches them, and us, that Jesus never forgets and we are always seen - even when we don't fully understand.

You can listen to the full message here:- http://nec.org.au/strong-and-ready/ Message 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17 Jesus Never Forgets When it comes to our faith journey we need to recognise that it never really stays in the same place. We pray that we will keep on maturing and growing … but that is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Christ—the Light Of The World Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 8, 2017

“I am the light of the world” is the highest claim that He has made so far in the Gospel of John. One of the definitions of God is that He is light (see 1 John 1:5). He is absolute in His holiness and in His justice.

Jerusalem Lesson: Christ—The Light of the World John 8:12-20 Jesus had a method that He often followed. After an incident or a miracle, He gives a discourse on that subject. (John 8:12) Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying, I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-20

Denomination: Baptist

Resolutions And Revolutions

Contributed by Gerald Manning on Dec 25, 2017

New Year's resolutions with a twist

RESOLUTIONS AND REVOLUTIONS! Scripture reading: Joshua 1:9 Have not I commanded you? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with you wherever you go! Ephesians 4:32 And be kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

What Is Tithing? Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 20, 2018

This message deals with the concept of tithing.

INTRODUCTION " SLIDE #1 " Have you ever heard that all the church is out for is your money? : " Well, hold on to your wallets today! JUST KIDDING! " Before we dig into the subject for today, I want to begin by first saying that FCC is one of the, if not the most generous giving congregations I have ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be A Bit Sheepiish

Contributed by Emms International on Dec 12, 2016

This is a sermon based around Matthew 25:31-46 to explain why EMMS International is committed to working with some of the poorest and most vulnerable people in the world in India, Malawi and Nepal.

“ BE A BIT SHEEPISH” INTRODUCTION I want to start by saying at the end of what I have to say I want to make a strange and what might sound an unattractive offer. I want to invite you to be a bit sheepish, hopefully that invitation will make a bit more sense if we read and think about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: *other

When Religion Blocks Relationship

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Aug 21, 2016

We go about trying to live religious lives, but do we miss connecting with God in the process? Christianity is about relationship, not religion. And Jesus makes such a relationship possible.

Luke 13:10-17 When Religion Blocks Relationship It was a day I will never forget. Our village had gathered at the local Synagogue to hear the word and receive teaching, to pray together, and to worship Yahweh, the one true God. On this day there was an unusual excitement in the crowd because we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Harvest: Haves & Have Nots

Contributed by Emms International on Aug 24, 2016

This is a sermon mainly designed to be used at Harvest in the UK which uses the harvest laws from Deut 24 to think about the God given responsibility that the "haves,", those with more than enough, have to the "have nots," those in real need.

HARVEST AND THE "HAVE'S" AND "HAVE NOTS" "When you reap your harvest in your field and forget a sheaf in the field, you shall not go back to get it. It shall be for the sojourner, the fatherless, and the widow, that the Lord your God may bless you in all the work of your hands. When you beat your ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 24:19-22

Denomination: *other

It’s A Matter Of Choice

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Sep 6, 2016

This is part of the Sermon on the Mount series that ideals with the choices we make and how they affect not only our present but our future destiny.

Sermon on the Mount “It’s a Matter of Choice” Matthew 6:19-34 We are all like a little child hovering over a box of candy. Our tongues are busy licking our lips over the choices before us. There’s chocolate covered cherry crème, chocolate peppermint, chocolate caramel, chocolate turtles, and the ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

Phosphorus, The Christian Element Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 23, 2013

Jesus is the Light of the world. But are we walking in that light

Introduction This passage, like those of the last several weeks make reference to events which happened at the Jewish Feast of Tabernacles. In this feast, the people made temporary shelters to live in for a week called booths. The feast lasted a total of eight days. In it was remembered the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How Should Christians Vote?

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Aug 27, 2013

Written just prior to the last presidential election, this topical sermon encourages Christians to prepare for upcoming elections by praying, thinking biblically about tough issues, and getting involved in a variety of ways. PowerPoint available.

How Should Christians Vote? Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 11/4/2012 With the Presidential election just a couple of days away I’m guessing most of you are pretty tired of all the political ads and campaign coverage flooding your television sets. I heard a good story ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: Christian Church

The Surprise Of Easter

Contributed by Tim Hbc on Apr 2, 2016

Easter came as a surprise to the first followers of Jesus - and it may surprise us, too. Here we find Unexpected Events, Unlikely Witnesses, Unforeseen Grace, and an Unfinished Story.

Introduction Good morning everyone! I hope you’re having a great Easter and maybe had the chance these past few days to look around our Easter Exhibition in the lounge – A reflective journey through art and multimedia on the theme of ‘Hope in Troubled Times.’ What a timely ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Oaks Of Shame Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Apr 26, 2016

The sin is the attempt to turn worship away from the practice of giving honor to God to the practice of manipulating God for personal gain.

Isaiah 1:27-31 Oaks of Shame 7/16/00e D. Marion Clark Introduction When I was breaking chapter one into sermon segments, I was hesitant about where to place verses 27 and 28. If you are reading the NIV, you will see how the translators have them set alone. I could have preached only those ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:27-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed