Sermons on Life Jacket:

Dedicating The Temple (2 Chronicles 6)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 7, 2025

Do we pray to something that men made or to God in heaven?

Do we direct our prayers towards a physical temple, a man-made object, or to God in heaven? Let’s begin in 2 Chronicles 6. After witnessing the bright cloud that filled the Temple, how did Solomon react? Then Solomon said: The Lord said He would dwell in thick darkness, but I have built an ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

When God Sings Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 8, 2025

God rejoices over His children with singing; His unending melody of love began at creation, triumphed at Calvary, and continues through redeemed hearts

1 – The Unthinkable Sound We sing to God every Sabbath. We open our hymnals, follow the notes, and hope our voices find the right pitch before the second verse ends. Singing feels natural to us — after all, that’s what worshippers do. But Zephaniah flips the page. He says God sings. That’s not ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:17, Matthew 26:30, Revelation 15:3, Psalm 32:7, Isaiah 62:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Gratitude In Action: Catching People Do The Right Things!!

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Nov 13, 2025

We may think that expressing gratitude is easy. But think again. It might turn out to be a difficult task. And there is a reason for that. And there is a solution for that. Let us look at the solution.

Gratitude in Action: Catching People do the Right Things!! One of our (Leslie and I) constant prayers is to enable us to bring up Arvi and Aarav (our grand children) in the fear and knowledge of God. Towards this, we recently tried asking them to list of a few things they want to thank God for ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 7:12-15, 2 Samuel 22:50, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Psalm 107:22, John 14:2, Philippians 4:6, Philippians 4:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Stalwart Hope In Uncertain Times

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Nov 17, 2025

A sermon for the Sunday following Pentecost, Year C, Lectionary 33

November 16, 2025 Rev. Mary Erickson New Hope, Downsville-Little Elk Creek Malachi 4:1-2a; Luke 21:5-19 Our Stalwart Hope in Uncertain Times Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. We are drawing very near to the end of our ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:1-2, Luke 21:5-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Provision Of Grace Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 2, 2025

“The way to have faith is to step out, forgetting about your fears and doubts, and to trust God that whatever happens, He will be there.” — Tanya Eavenson

THE PROVISION OF GRACE Text: Ruth 3:1-5 Introduction 1. “The way to have faith is to step out, forgetting about your fears and doubts, and to trust God that whatever happens, He will be there.” — Tanya Eavenson 2. The book of Ruth is one of the most beautiful love stories in Scripture—but it’s much ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

Back To School-Be A Good Example Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Aug 26, 2023

This message is based on 1 Timothy 4:12. Paul gave Timothy a number of exhortations so that he could and would be an example of believers.

(Based on a sermon preached at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO; not an exact transcription.) Introduction: We’re continuing in our “back to school” theme this morning, today taking a look at Paul’s instructions to Timothy. Last week we saw how Paul was encouraging Timothy to preach the word at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12

Denomination: Baptist

Come To Me

Contributed by William Akehurst on Sep 5, 2023

Everyday, we face new challenges and demands in the busyness of this world. We grow weary and need peace and rest. These challenges go beyond the physical and into the spiritual. JESUS provides peace and rest for both, with HIS own invitation…COME TO ME.

2023.08.03.Sermon Notes. Come to Me. and I will give you rest (peace). Labor Day Weekend William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Everyday, we face new challenges and demands in the busyness of this world. We grow weary and need peace and rest. These challenges go beyond the physical and into the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30, Isaiah 55:3, Psalm 4:8, Hebrews 4:9-11, Philippians 4:6-7, 2 Chronicles 20:15, Hebrews 4:16, Philippians 4:4, Psalm 23:1-4, Isaiah 26:3-4, John 16:33, Romans 5:1-5, 1 John 5:1-5, John 7:37-39, Acts 9:31, John 14:26-27, 2 Thessalonians 3:16, Numbers 6:24-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Humility Rules

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 6, 2023

Only the humble can hear God, and only the humble can represent the Gospel to the world.

Anybody here remember back to when John Hinkley tried to assassinate President Reagan? Alexander Haig was Secretary of State at the time, and his response to the crisis was to tell everybody that he was in charge. Which, of course, was not true. the Vice President is next in line, then the Speaker ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Heart Of The Matter Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Sep 13, 2023

When people want to know God just handing them a Bible may not be enough. They need to know what is the purpose of the Bible. This passage is known as the Great Commandment, and it gives us the heart of the matter.

I got a telephone call recently from a friendly telemarketing sales representative. They were offering a revolutionary new product. They asked me if it was a good time to talk, or should the call be at another time. The presentation would take twenty minutes. Now is a good time I said, but I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34, Matthew 22:34, Deuteronomy 6:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Moses: The Portrait Of A Leader

Contributed by Abiodun Adeniyi on Apr 22, 2025

If we are looking at Moses as the portrait of a leader then we should all accept that Moses cannot and was not that leader with all the perfection required

MOSES THE PORTRAIT OF A LEADER TEXT EXO. 3:1-4 & 10; 1TIM. 3:1-13 WHAT IS A PORTRAIT? It can be described as a painted picture drawing or photograph of a person or any other object that brings or shows the exact likeness of the original person or object. If we are looking at Moses as the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ways That Unsaved People Think They're Saved Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 1, 2025

Here are few ways unsaved people think they're saved, along with biblical corrections:

As Christians, it's essential to understand that salvation is a gift from God, received through faith in Jesus Christ (Ephesians 2:8-9). However, many people mistakenly believe they are saved when, in fact, they are not. Here are few ways unsaved people think they're saved, along with ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, Hebrews 11:6

The Benefits Of The Ascension Of Jesus

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 8, 2025

When Jesus ascended into Heaven, it marks a new beginning of His ministry on earth. Jesus would once again be seated in His position of Authority, enthroned with all his former glory. The Holy Spirit would empower the Apostles to be Jesus' witnesses to the world

Sermon -The Benefits of the Ascension of Jesus Scripture - Acts 1:6-11 “Then they gathered around him and asked him, “Lord, are you at this time going to restore the kingdom to Israel?” He said to them: “It is not for you to know the times or dates the Father has set by his own authority. But you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-11, John 16:7

Denomination: Methodist

Saved By Faith Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on May 23, 2025

Our justification, our salvation is not a performance-based salvation. We are saved by faith.

We all agree that God is perfectly holy. We know that we are sinners, and we are unclean and not worthy to stand before Holy God. We know all have sinned and are separated from God, but how do we become righteous? The word for righteous used here in Romans chapter 4 is justified. It means to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-8, Romans 4:1-3, Genesis 12:1-3, Genesis 13:16, Genesis 15:2-3, Genesis 15:4-6, Romans 4:4-5, Ephesians 2:8-9, Psalm 32:1-2, Galatians 3:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Robbing God?

Contributed by Brussy Soriton on Sep 22, 2025

We often rob God through neglect of tithes, Sabbath, worship, health, and talents—but His grace restores us.

ARE YOU ROBBING GOD? “Are you a robber?” A question that may sound harsh, even offensive, to many people. After all, who among us would consciously and openly admit that we are robbers? We often imagine a robber as someone carrying a weapon, wearing a mask, breaking into houses, or hijacking ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Faith On Autopilot – Going Through The Motions Without Heart Series

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Sep 27, 2025

There’s comfort in routine. Singing the same hymns, praying the same prayers, sitting in the same pew each Sunday—it all feels safe. But these familiar patterns can lull us into a dangerous place: performing religion instead of pursuing Jesus.

Title: Faith on Autopilot – Going Through the Motions Without Heart Text: Matt. 15:8-9 ‘This people honors me with their lips but their heart is far from me; 9 in vain do they worship me, teaching as doctrines the commandments of men.’ “When routine replaces relationship” Introduction: “When faith ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:8-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible