Sermons on Lifting Burdens:

4 Questions Inspired By The Magi Series

Contributed by Chris Miller on Dec 27, 2019

The Magi are brief on the Christmas scene, but they give us some essential take-aways. They inspire 4 questions within every seeker of Christ.

Matthew 2:1-12 Introduction to Series A father was sitting in his office on a Saturday morning reading through the newspaper and becoming agitated by the advertisements jumping off the page at him reminding him Christmas was just four days away. All the ads were prompting the same questions. Do you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Surrender And Trust: Learning To Let Go And Let God Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 27, 2024

Two things can radically change our walk with God: surrender and trust. These two ideas go hand in hand, and they are crucial to living out a faith that’s vibrant, powerful, and real.

Surrender and Trust: Learning to Let Go and Let God Matthew 26:39 (NLT) – “He went on a little farther and bowed with his face to the ground, praying, ‘My Father! If it is possible, let this cup of suffering be taken away from me. Yet I want your will to be done, not mine.’” 1 Peter 5:7 (NLT) – ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:39, 1 Peter 5:7, Proverbs 3:5-6, Matthew 11:28-30, Philippians 4:6-7, Isaiah 26:3, Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 5:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

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

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

1 - My Home Series

Contributed by Kent Kessler on Nov 5, 2024

Jesus promises to make your heart his home, if you come. “I WILL LIVE AND WALK AMONG THEM” Are you yoked with God? Is your heart His today? Have you given up everything for trusting in the Lord? Would you pray and RESPOND to Jesus. Tell him, Come HOME.

1 - THEY WILL BE MY HOME = “I WILL LIVE AND WALK AMONG THEM” 2 Corinthians? ?6?:?14?-?18? ?NIV?? 14 Do not be yoked together with unbelievers. For what do righteousness and wickedness have in common? Or what fellowship can light have with darkness? 15 What harmony is there between Christ and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-18, John 14:23

Denomination: Methodist

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

Cultivating A Generous Heart

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 11, 2025

A sermon in a stewardship series.

2 Corinthians 9:6-15 Cultivating a Generous Heart “God loves a cheerful giver,” writes Paul to the Church in Corinth. What a concept… …that giving will make us happy, put us in a good mood, and is connected to cheerfulness. But it’s the truth. Anyone who’s ever dug down deep enough to give ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Denomination: United Methodist

The Love That Wins PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 30, 2023

This sermon explores the depth of Christ's sacrificial love and encourages believers to embody and share this love in their daily lives.

Good morning, family of faith. What a joy it is to see each of your faces here today, gathered in unity and love, ready to receive the word of God. We stand here in the house of the Lord, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the grand narrative of His divine love. We are connected ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Topics: Christ's Example, Love

Is He Worthy PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 4, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the importance of honoring, valuing, and heeding the service and stewardship of our spiritual leaders in the church community.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. It is truly a blessing to gather together in the house of the Lord, to draw near to Him and to each other. As we gather in His name, let us remember that we are not just attendees, but active participants in the living, breathing body of Christ. Each one of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:17-18

Topics: Pastor's Anniversary

The Yoke Of Christ Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of following Jesus, carrying His yoke, and finding true rest in Him, as described in Matthew 11.

I know I’m not alone in saying that life can feel complicated, overwhelming, and so fast paced at times it’s all you can do to hold on for dear life. We live an overnight delivery, Amazon Prime, Netflix saturated, order groceries from your couch existence – and on some level – all these gizmos and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:16-19

Topics: Following Jesus, Divine Rest, Christ's Yoke

Funeral For A Stillborn Baby

Contributed by Jane White on Dec 6, 2002

Funeral sermon and liturgy suggestions for a full term stillborn boy.

{All liturgical material used was from the United Methodist Book of Worship service for a stillborn child, and service for the loss of a pregnancy. I scoured the internet and other resources looking for help. The UM BOW was by far the best resource. This baby boy was born dead at term. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Methodist

The Calling Of God

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 21, 2000

When God calls we must have the courage to obey

The Calling of God Acts 9:10-19a March 29, 1998 Morning Service Introduction 1. The Statue of Christ: Strasbourg was bombed during WWII, a small church was destroyed during the bombing, the people went to inspect the damage, they saw a great deal of broken glass and rubble, the roof had caved in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-19

Denomination: Church Of God

Our Duty To Win Souls

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 22, 2000

To show that we have a great responsibility to the lost to win them to Jesus and how to do it

LUKE 17:7-10 "OUR DUTY TO WIN SOULS" * Last week I preached a message titled, "A Prayer Request That Jesus Made." * Remember? * It was Mt.9:35-38, "The harvest ... Pray ye therefore the Lord of ... send forth ......." A) "Harvest" - the crop (v.35-36) * "Plenteous" - much, many * "Laborers" - ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Virtue Of Gentleness (9 Of 10) Series

Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Mar 24, 2003

Gentleness is possibly the most misunderstood virtue. Many people think of gentleness as being weak, timid, or passive. This is not the biblical understanding of gentleness.

The Virtue of Gentleness (part 9) The Core Virtues of the Christian Life Galatians 5:22-23 Jeff Armbrester Have you ever watched a 2000-pound horse pull logs? A few years ago, a friend called to tell me that a man who lived over the hill from us was having some trees cut out of his yard and they ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Methodist

Advantages And Logic: No Substitute For God's Grace Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 26, 2004

Even people with all the spiritual advantages will not open their hearts to Christ apart from the Sovereign Grace of God.

Advantages and Logic: No Substitute for God’s Grace (Romans 9:1-6a) Romans Review: Chp.1-3:23 The Doctrine of Sin „h Gentiles are lost Sinners „h Jews are lost Sinners „h Everyone is a lost sinner Chap. (3:24) 4-5 The Doctrine of Salvation „h Christ¡¦s atoning death on the cross its objective ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible