Sermons on Lilies:

The Undivided Heart

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008

How we tend to have divided hearts, and how God wants us to be single-hearted for him.

The Undivided Heart (Bishopsgate, 10/99/00) 1. Introduction- discrimination; the Internet (my U6, search for ‘God’); saying ‘no’ to things- deselecting is harder than selecting; every choice you make, there are ten you don’t- imperative to get it right, then? How can we? How do we know what to say ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do We Worry? Series

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Apr 14, 2009

Jesus provides three prescriptions for a worry-free life. Tonight from this passage of scripture lets learn what those three prescriptions are.

Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount Part 15 Why do we worry? Pm Service February 8th 2009 Matthew 6:25-34 Introduction I read some statistics while preparing for this message from the American journal on health, that really tell the story for us about worry, 50% of all the people in America’s hospital ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

What Matters Most

Contributed by Billy Noel on May 8, 2009

Life is full of distractions and distortions of the truth that pull us of course and bog us down, Jesus gives us clear instructions on priortizing

The context: Jesus teaches on fasting, the right attitude about treasures and now He teaches about anxiety and how to handle it now mo matter how many times we hear it we need to hear it more don’t worry Easy to say, hard to do The purpose of this section is in part to highlight that what goes on ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 6:25-34

Denomination: Christian Church

Fires, Floods, And Fuel

Contributed by Don Baggett on Jun 17, 2008

Gas prices keep going up, and many people’s blood pressure is going right with them! People are wondering what the world is coming to, but thankfully, we know Who has come into the world.

Have you been hearing the news, lately? Out west there were fires out of control, destroying an enormous amount of property. In Indiana and Iowa, there was severe flooding, with people losing their lives. In Japan, a major earthquake, killing a number of people. Have you pulled up to the gas ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Escape From Fear Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Sep 9, 2008

Fear is not of the Lord, yet we often allow ourselves to be controlled by it and limit what God can do in our lives.

Escape from Fear Rev. 1:17-18 Series: Salvation from Destructive Emotions Intro Delivering humanity from fear is both Jesus’ mission and message. Certainly the problem of fear is a problem to be recognized in many lives. One of the most outstanding and surprising disclosures of stressful, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

"defeating Worry" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 4, 2020

When we are growing up parents try to teach us something about manners. Right? Certain things you should do and some things you should never do.

When we are growing up parents try to teach us something about manners. Right? Certain things you should do and some things you should never do. Some of our parents taught us to say yes mam and yes sir, don’t put your elbows on the table ……. All kinds of things that we may not have even ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Psalms 23 Break Down

Contributed by Sean Dees on Mar 1, 2022

The 23 Psalm is like a comfort food. No matter how many times you have it you just can't get enough of it.

The Provision of the Shepherd: 1 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. These first three verses speak of the ...read more

Abundant Peace

Contributed by Perry Anderson on Sep 12, 2015

True peace and contentment is possible in our lives. Paul gives us 2 simple steps in finding the peace goes beyond our comprehension and it's only through our faith in Jesus Christ.

Abundant Peace Philippians 4:4-8 “Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice! 5 Let everyone see that you are considerate in all you do. Remember, the Lord is coming soon. 6 Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9, Matthew 6:26-34, Matthew 6:26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Common - Pt. 1 - Droppin' Dimes Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on May 19, 2016

Every Day. Routine. Take it or leave it. A dime a dozen. Do we treat the rare like the regular? Do we mistake the extraordinary for the ordinary? Do we overlook the incredible for the common?

Common Pt. 1 - Droppin' Dimes Introduction We have confronted and challenged our apathy towards people. Jesus made it clear that we must not only claim love for God but that that love must be demonstrated with love for people. We can't claim love for the One we can't see if we don't love the ones ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:2-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Satisfied In Any Situation

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 24, 2020

If we are in Christ Jesus, we can be satisfied in any situation.

Satisfied in any Situation August 23, 2020 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: If we are in Christ Jesus, we can be satisfied in any situation. Focus Passage: Philippians 4:10-13 Introduction: What does it take for you to say, “Life is good?” Does ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13, Matthew 6:25-34, 2 Timothy 3:12, John 4:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Striving For Stability Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 23, 2021

Paul just cannot comprehend the profound folly that would lead men to exchange liberty for bondage.

Back in the early part of the 20th century some architects in Washington began to visualize how the Jefferson Memorial ought to look from across the lake when reflected in the water. They decided it would be best to cut down the fringe of cherry trees that threatened to obscure the view. A group ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6

Jesus And Creation Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 20, 2023

Paul says that for by Him all things were created, both in the heavens and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities, all things have been created through Him and for Him (Colossians 1:16). Jesus Christ is the creator.

Mark 4:35-41 Jesus and the creations Creation: Genesis 1:1 “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” But, John 1:1 “In the beginning was the Word.” THAT WORD WAS CHRIST. Christ created and sustains the world. In the book of Hebrews, we read that He is the Son through whom God ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Methodist

Remember Me PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore and understand God's unwavering love, faithfulness, and care for us, and to find peace and assurance in His word.

Good morning, family of God! It's a joy, as always, to gather together in His name. Today, we'll be diving into the boundless depths of God's love, faithfulness, and care for us. As Franklin Graham once said, "No matter what storm you face, you need to know that God loves you. He has not abandoned ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 15:15-21, Psalm 106:4, Matthew 10:24-31

Topics: God's Thoughts, Divine Care

Commitments For A New Year

Contributed by Martin Wiles on May 9, 2002

A New Year gives us the opportunity to make new starts in our commitment to God.

INTRODUCTION A. George C. Scott in A Christmas Carol 1. Based on Charles Dicken’s work. 2. Story of Ebenezer Scrooge, despicable old man with no joy. 3. Disturbed by the joy and waste he sees at the Christmas season. 4. Hounded by singing carolers and harassed by those wanting a generous donation ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

God And Caesar

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Christians have a responsibility both to God and to civil government.

Thesis: Christians have a responsibility both to God and to civil government. Intro.: 1. Sing: "The Battle Hymn of the Republic," by Julia Ward Howe. a. In Ken Burns' PBS Civil War documentary, he tells how Julia Ward Howe wrote that song as the Civil War was beginning. She was in a Washington ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:13-17