Sermons on Likeminded:

Why Do People Get Sick? Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Sep 30, 2017

If we believe that it is the desire of God to heal us then we can benefit by knowing what makes us sick. The Church is commanded by Jesus to carry on His work of healing.

WHY DO PEOPLE GET SICK? Lakewood COG | Pastor Jonathan Vorce | October 1, 2017 INTRODUCTION ¥ Explain the difference between a Healing and a Miracle. ¥ A Miracle happens instantaneously ¥ A Healing is the rapid acceleration of Divine Health (takes a little time) ¥ Healing Wisdom ¥ Your body ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-20, Genesis 2:16-17, Philippians 2:19-30, Romans 4:1-3, Romans 4:13-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

What Is The Significance Of Keeping Or Having Unity In The Church?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jul 2, 2023

What is unity and what does it mean to have unity within the church?

What is unity? Definition: the state of being united or joined as a whole, oneness, a condition of harmony – accord, the quality or state of being made one – unification, a totality of related parts. “There is one body,” according to Paul, and we have been given many gifts and capacities. Unity ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Share My Joy

Contributed by Larry Grant on Aug 20, 2022

Just as surely as we all share a common salvation, we should also all share a common joy!

Philippians 1:3-6 NKJV SHARE MY JOY August 21, 2022 The letter to the church in Philippi was different from all other letters in that, we find no words of rebuke and no words of correction. All that we find here are words of praise and affection. This church, stood with Paul in prayer, fellowship ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Nourishment For The Soul Series

Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on Jul 15, 2024

In a world dominated by materialism, it is crucial to prioritise our spiritual well-being to attain true happiness and fulfilment.

Nourishment for the Soul Intro: In a world dominated by materialism, it is crucial to prioritise our spiritual well-being to attain true happiness and fulfilment. Scripture John 6:24-35 Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers, In our contemporary world, the quest for happiness and fulfilment ...read more

Scripture: John 6:24-35

Denomination: Other

Splagchnizomai

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jul 18, 2024

"Splagchnizomai" is the Greek word that Mark uses to describe the depth of compassion Jesus had on the crowd of people that were like sheep without a shepherd. How can we have this kind of love?

COMPASSION FATIGUE! WHAT IS IT? THE ACTUAL DEFINITION IS “INDIFFERENCE TO CHARITABLE APPEALS ON BEHALF OF THOSE WHO ARE SUFFERING, EXPERIENCED AS A RESULT OF THE FREQUENCY OR NUMBER OF SUCH APPEALS.” COMPASSION FATIGUE IS FAR GREATER THAN JUST BEING “TIRED” AND SHOULD NOT BE MISTAKEN FOR BURNOUT. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-34, Ephesians 4:32, 1 Peter 3:8, 1 John 2:6, Matthew 5:44, Colossians 3:13, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Love Without Hypocrisy.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 2, 2023

Agape love in action.

LOVE WITHOUT HYPOCRISY. Romans 12:9-16b. In Greek, the first clause of Romans 12:9 has no verb, so could literally be rendered “love without hypocrisy” or “love unfeigned”. So far in Romans, ‘agape’ has spoken of the love of God toward us (cf. Romans 5:5; Romans 5:8; Romans 8:35; Romans 8:39). ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lifestyle Principles Sermon Vi: Celebrating The Glory Of The Lord As Revealed Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 22, 2020

In times of crisis, God's people remember the LORD their God and the glory of the LORD as revealed by His Works and His Word!

CELEBRATING THE GLORY OF THE LORD AS REVEALED BY HIS WORKS AND HIS WORD Church Fellowships were popular during my teen years when we came to know the Lord intimately and desired to keep company with like-minded peers . . . focused on doing “all things through Christ who ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:9-12, Nehemiah 12:27-31

No Ordinary Man

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Oct 19, 2012

Jesus went to great lengths to validate his identity by using his name which is synonymous with God’s name. Jesus told his listeners plainly who he was by name but they did not make the connection. Have you mistaken His identity?

No Ordinary Man John 4:1-30 What is in a name? Well a name says a lot about a person and it is necessary to correctly identify one person from another. Just try getting over the border by using a name or abbreviated name and see what happens to you. Just the other day I needed the name of a ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Anna, The Prophetess [part 2] Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 8, 2022

As a prophetess, Anna receives insight into things that typically remain hidden to ordinary people; she recognizes this child and tells of his significance to selected people in Jerusalem.

Regarding Anna, Luke provides three terse verses that manage to vividly depict her as a woman deserving the honor bestowed on the elderly in the ancient Mediterranean world (v. 36-38). She could well serve as the Bible's example of a remarkable woman and mother. The appositive prophetess heads ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:36-40

Denomination: Baptist

Act Swiftly And On Time

Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 10, 2021

TOMORROW MAY BE TOO LATE....

Acts swiftly and on time Esther 3:13 Letters were sent by couriers to all the king's provinces to destroy, to kill and to annihilate all the Jews, both young and old, women and children, in one day, 15 The couriers went out impelled by the king's command while the decree was issued at the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 3:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Receiving And Rejecting The Light

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 17, 2021

John tells us in the prologue of his Gospel that the Light of Jesus Christ shines in the darkness that represents the sins of humanity. Some turn to the Light and others reject it, missing out on the blessings of salvation and eternal life.

In the prologue to his Gospel, John presents the Lord Jesus Christ as "the Light" that shines in darkness, and that it was John the Baptist who bore witness of His Light. The Light of Christ is offered to everyone, yet not all wanted the Light of Christ to shine upon them, and they ...read more

Scripture: John 1:9-13, John 3:19-20, John 7:40-43, Acts 4:12, Acts 16:30-31, Romans 10:9-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Sons And Daughters Of God, Ii Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jun 24, 2019

Greetings in the Holy Name of GOD, My brothers and sisters, clearly understand me, you are not only the proverbial daughters who remain under the care of human fathers for their entire life and the proverbial sons who become wise when they listen to their father tell them the right way.

Sons And Daughters Of God, II by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid “And will be a Father unto you, and ye shall be my sons and daughters, saith the Lord Almighty.” (II Corinthians 6:18, King James Version) Greetings in the Holy Name of GOD, My brothers and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:18

Denomination: Friends

Too Superstitious

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Apr 1, 2002

An answer to life’s most important question

March 31, 2002 The longer Paul waited in Athens for Silas and Timothy, the angrier he got—all those idols! The city was a junkyard of idols. He discussed it with the Jews and other likeminded people at their meeting place. And every day he went out on the streets and talked with anyone who ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: United Methodist

Spiritual Unity

Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003

How great it is to live in Jesus in unity, and therefore strive to keep it!

Title: Spiritual Unity Text: Philippians 2:1 Introduction: What is the greatest thing you can think of about this congregation of God’s people. ‒ We are a caring people toward the sick and hurting. ‒ We have a great care for young people and old alike. ∙ Right now ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why On Earth Does The Church Exist ? Part 1 Series

Contributed by Mike Turner on Sep 14, 2003

First of a five part series dealing with the question...."Why On Earth Does The Church Exist ?"

Why On Earth Does The Church Exist ? Part 1 of 5 John 3:30 Romans 15:5-6, 1 Cor 6:19-20, 1 Cor 10:31, 2 Thess. 1:11-12 It took 200 years to build and 700 years later work continues to be done to correct the errors in construction. The building will probably still topple despite efforts to save ...read more

Scripture: John 3:30, Romans 15:5-6

Denomination: Baptist