Sermons on Lifting Burdens:

When Bad Girls Become Moms

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on May 11, 2003

The church should be the guiding voice for young parents seeking guidance and support.

"When Bad Girls Become Moms" by Rev. A. Lamar Torrence, Pastor of Cross of Life Lutheran Church 1 Kings 3:17 I yet believe that the church, holder of the keys to heaven, is call to lead the world during this century. We, the bride of Christ, are to process down the isle of time, bringing new ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:17-28

Denomination: Lutheran

Time To Bear Your Cross

Contributed by Ricky Johnson on Mar 15, 2003

Are we willing to bear the cross of Jesus even in the face of persecution?

I have thought long and hard about today’s sermon. This particular topic has been mulling around in my mind for several months. In light of certain incidents over the past few weeks, that “still small voice” down inside told me that now is the right time. Several phrases in today’s gospel ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: United Methodist

Where In The World Are You?

Contributed by Gregory Griffin on May 2, 2009

Identifies 4 groups of people in the world today. The saved, the lost who think they are saved, the lost who know they are lost and those who do not care.

Where in the world are you? John 10:10 GLGsr. In the movie “Schindler’s List”, the main character, Oskar Schindler was burdened with saving as many of the Polish Jews as he possibly could. Though he managed to save over 1100, At the end he is still burdened. He begins to run countless “What If” ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Baptist

Living A Life Of Peace

Contributed by Hylton Davidson on Jun 8, 2012

God wants us to live a life of peace

Living a life of Peace Definition of Peace: Noun 1. condition in which there is no war, violence, quarrel or disorder 2. quietness 3. calm When we look at the news of today: 1. Murders 2. Lack of job security 3. Corruption 4. Moral fabric of society tearing at the seams 5. Political unrest at ...read more

Scripture: John 14:7

Denomination: Christian Church

Is Your Life Worthy Of Imitation?

Contributed by Jehu Hernandez on Aug 12, 2011

Paul’s life was worthy of imitation. We can make the biggest impact on those around us when we’re role models for them.

The back-story of this book is found in Acts 17. Paul had just left Philippi after the earthquake that occurred while he and Silas were in prison. The jailer and his family were all saved that night and baptized in water. From Philippi, Paul went to Thessalonica where he was able to reach many ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Dead To The Law And Forever Alive In Christ! Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Dec 23, 2008

Even thought we can’t ever be justified by the law, our faith justifies that the law is from God!

1. FREEDOM! That’s the banner waving over Romans! • We are FREE from the PROBLEM OF SIN… • We are FREE from the PENALTY OF SIN… • We are FREE from the POWER OF SIN! • Why? Because Jesus Christ has paid the price in full! Romans 5:8-9 (NKJV) 8 But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Born Again Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 27, 2007

A series based on John 3, "The Heart of the Gospel."

“BORN AGAIN” John 3:1-13 INTRO – Birth of a child is an incredible miracle. Doesn’t matter how kids you have, how many grandkids you have – still a wonderful, miraculous experience. As F.B. Meyer said, “Born! That is true of all of us. We were not asked if we would be born, or of whom we would ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Delivered From Despair Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Aug 7, 2013

A sermon examining how God ministers to us even in times of great distress and despair.

DELIVERED FROM DESPAIR II Corinthians 1:8-11 Perhaps you have endured times of troubles and trials to the point that it seemed there was no hope in sight. Maybe you have dealt with disappointment, discouragement and even doubt. You may have even reached a point where you were tempted to throw ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Life Choices Part Two Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 4, 2016

Our prayer should be to live the life that God intended for us. this will come by smart Godly decisions.

Life choices part 2 Matthew 5:1-5:12 This sermon was gleamed out of material from Rick Warren and the starting of a celebrate revocery group at our church. last week we began a series looking at life choices. We will be starting a recovery support group at Rosedale. One of the things that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Nehemiah’s Mission Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 9, 2016

The declaration and mission of Nehemiah is more than just rebuilding a wall, it's a calling for men and women to return to living fully for the God in heaven. Doesn't the church today have the exact same mission? Why are we not living it?

Nehemiah’s Mission Nehemiah 2:1-20 Introduction - Nehemiah is a great study of leadership, but also of obedience to God - Last time we saw our man Nehemiah receiving very disturbing news -- This news was about Jerusalem and its apparent fall into ruin; people disgraced -- His heart ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ Will Appear A Second Time Series

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 7, 2014

To show that rapture will take place any time now, this is CHRIST's second appearance.

I. EXORDIUM: Will you be raptured? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that rapture will take place any time now, this is CHRIST's second appearance. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 9:28 (Amplified Bible) 9:28 Even so it is that Christ, having been offered to take upon Himself and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Judgment Against Lawyers And Pharisees Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 22, 2017

Today’s lesson is about the conversation between Jesus and a certain Pharisee that took place during dinner. Jesus says many of those things to the Pharisee and his guests that He will say to them later in the temple. Jesus is consistent in what He says

Judea Lesson: Judgment Against Lawyers and Pharisees (Micah 6:8) Luke 11:37-54 Jesus was a dinner guest in the home of a Pharisee, but He did not flatter His host or the other guests by avoiding the truth. He exposed their hypocrisy and condemned them for their sins (Matt. 23). They ruined ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:37-54

Denomination: Baptist

How We Tell If Someone Is Spiritual

Contributed by Alvan Lewis on Jun 17, 2022

What is the sign of a truly spiritual person?

How can you tell if someone is spiritual? • When the Pope stands in his white vestments before thousands of people and kisses a cross – is that being spiritual? • When a charismatic raises his hands, closes his eyes, and mummers softly some prayer is that spiritual? • When an Orthodox Jew rocks ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Denomination: Anglican

Yolo

Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Jan 19, 2021

What are you worried about today? What’s strangling you today? Worry strangles the peace and purpose right out of our lives. You only live once – don’t worry yourself to death.

YOLO: You Only Live Once, So Don't Worry Yourself to Death Proverbs 12:25 Proverbs 12:25 (NKJV) 25 Anxiety in the heart of man causes depression, But a good word makes it glad. Proverbs 12:25 (NLT) 25 ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Blameless Behavior Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 7, 2021

Looking back over this defense of Paul, it is no wonder he was used of God the way he was. His courage in severe struggle; his master motive of pleasing God; his attitude of complete sincerity and gentleness, and his blameless behavior all add up to one of the most Christ-like lives ever lived.

These 5 verses conclude Paul’s defense of himself to the Thessalonians, and in them we see clearly that one of the basic secrets of success is to love your work. Paul’s work was reaching people with the Gospel and seeing them mature in the Christian life. He loved this work more than life ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:8-12