Sermons on Life Isnt Fair:

God Is Not A Vending Machine

Contributed by Darryl Ward on Mar 26, 2017

Sermon about faith and doubt

Once upon a time, there was a torrential downpour on the Kapiti Coast. The Waikanae River burst its banks. Waikanae, Otaihanga, and Paraparaumu Beach were beset by sudden flooding. And a very religious man found himself becoming trapped. As the waters began lapping around his deck, his neighbour ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34

Denomination: Anglican

Losing The Presence Of God Lesson 20

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 28, 2017

Ten ways to keep from losing God's presence

A. CAUSES – EXODUS 32:1ff 1. People were not led by a man of God (shepherd). “Moses delayed coming down” (v. 1). 2. People looked with eyes of sight, not eyes of faith. “The people saw” (v. 1). 3. People sought comfort and guidance from other sources not from God. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Mary Worshipped

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Apr 6, 2017

When we read of Mary the sister of Lazarus anointing Jesus with that alabaster jar of nard we often focus on who she was, the worth of the perfume, what the disciples said, etc. But we often overlook what Mary was actually doing.

Matthew 26:6-16 (Please open your Bibles so that you can follow along) Two weeks ago we have took a look at Jesus clearing the temple of the livestock marketplace and currency exchange bank that had been set up in the temple in order to profit from the sacrifices and offerings which would be given ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:6-16

Denomination: Nazarene

God's Permanent Home Lesson 12 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 7, 2017

Grow to be like Jesus

A. INTRODUCTION: JOSHUA 18:1-3 1. Put first things first, build your church before building your house. a. Attendance. b. Tithe. c. Service. “Israel . . . set up” (v. 1). d. The word “build” means look after God’s place and needs. 2. The home of the Ark of the Covenant (God’s ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 12:5-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Study Of You And The Future Series

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 21, 2015

The Study Of You And The Future

The Study Of You And The Future 1 Thessalonians 5:1-28 (KJV) 1 But of the times and the seasons, brethren, ye have no need that I write unto you. 2 For yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so cometh as a thief in the night. 3 For when they shall say, Peace and safety; then ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-28

Denomination: Foursquare

"Look Who Jesus Hangs Out With"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 31, 2015

A sermon about Jesus' love for sinners.

"Look Who Jesus Hangs Out With" Luke 15:1-10 Have you ever felt lost? All of us, some days feel more lost than found, more wrong than right. Perhaps we have acted like unthinking sheep and wandered off. Maybe we have felt like a person who doesn't understand the questions on a math test, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

The Storyteller - The Parables Of Jesus: The Buried Talent

Contributed by C Jordan on Aug 12, 2015

In the parable of the buried talent, we learn that God has called us to be good stewards and faithful servants with our time, our talents, and our treasure.

THE STORYTELLER: THE PARABLES OF JESUS #5: THE BURIED TALENT INTRO TO TOPIC: Jesus is the World’s Greatest Storyteller. • 1/3 of Jesus’ teaching – Parables. Parable: an earthly story with a heavenly meaning. AN EXAMPLE: “44 The kingdom of heaven is like treasure ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: *other

Who's Not Ashamed?

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Aug 15, 2015

When most hear the phrase “not ashamed”, their minds think of the declaration by the Apostle Paul - “I am not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ." In this study, we focus on two lesser known passages that speak of another person who has said they are “not ashamed”.

When most students of the New Testament hear the phrase “not ashamed”, their minds think of the famous pronouncement by the Apostle Paul - “I am not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to everyone that believes; to the Jew first and also to ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Is All Around Us

Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 22, 2015

Solomon had a vision that included all the peoples of the earth. He realized that God’s house wasn’t only for the covenant people, but for the seekers of the whole world as well. Nothing can contain God. He is big enough to handle all of our problems.

How would you like to be remembered? Some of us want to be remembered with just a simple tombstone, while others want to be remembered for who they were and what they did in life. King Solomon wanted to be remembered as the person who built the temple. The reading we heard from 1 Kings 8:22-30, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 8:22-30

Denomination: Anglican

God Is Able

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 7, 2016

To show that GOD is able and working all grace to super abound in us so that we can be a channel of blessing to others.

I. EXORDIUM: Is GOD able? Yes. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD is able and working all grace to super abound in us so that we can be a channel of blessing to others. IV. TEXT: 2 Corinthians 9:8 (Amplified Bible) And God is able to make all ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Father In Heaven Series

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on Jun 7, 2016

How to enter the Throne Room of God, approaching the Father with praise.

SERIES: The Greatest Prayer Ever Prayed #2 TITLE: Our Father in Heaven TEXT: Matthew 6:9a INTRO: Two men were out walking one day. One guy challenged his buddy by saying, “If you’re so religious, let me hear you quote the Lord’s Prayer. I’ll bet you $10 you can’t do ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9

Denomination: Baptist

Habitual Or Addictive Mood Patterns

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 15, 2016

Do we acknowledge we can fall in habitual and dangerous mood patterns. We can change if we so desire. Or we can stay the same. Daniel warned the King, you better change.

HABITUAL OR ADDICTIVE MOOD PATTERNS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com ACCEPT THE WARNING: CHANGE YOUR MOOD... KING YOU BETTER CHANGE... Daniel 4:25 That they shall drive thee from men, and thy dwelling shall be with the beasts of the field, and they shall make thee to eat grass as ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:25-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Freedom From Our Demons

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 19, 2016

In a crazy world, can we be free from our demons?

Intro Can we be free in a world of insanity and self-destruction? Purpose Salvation is often seen as only for eternity. But, salvation is also for today. Plan Let’s examine Luke 8:26-39 and Jesus saving a gentile from his insanity. Luke 8:26 So they arrived in the region of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Baptist

70 Apostled

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 3, 2016

Let’s examine Luke 10:1-11, 16-20 and what we can learn from 70 or 72 who were “apostled” by Jesus and what their mission was.

The term Apostle can refer to the twelve disciples of Christ. However, in Greek it was used more broadly. Let’s look at what God has sent us to do. Let’s examine Luke 10:1-11, 16-20 and what we can learn from 70 or 72 who were “apostled” by Jesus and what their mission ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Formations: Pursuing Intimacy With God

Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 9, 2016

As we spend time in the secret place of prayer – in solitude, silence, and soaking – we are transformed into the image of Jesus.

SPIRITUAL FORMATIONS #1: PURSUING INTIMACY WITH GOD INTRO TO TOPIC: I believe the Lord is calling us to go deeper in the secret place. “Nevertheless I have this against you, that you have left your first love. Remember therefore from where you have fallen; repent and do the first works.” (Rev. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10, Revelation 2:4-5

Denomination: *other