Sermons on Longing:

The Perfect Gift For Christmas Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Dec 12, 2020

I want to tell you about a Christmas gift that will never disappoint. I can go so far as to say it is the perfect gift. Do I have your attention?

Introduction In 1989, a movie was released by the name of “Christmas Vacation”. In this movie, a guy named Clark was expecting a big Christmas bonus from his boss. He had plans for the money to buy a pool for his family. When he opened the boss’ Christmas envelope presented to him, instead of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:11-12, Lamentations 3:22-23, 2 Corinthians 5:20

Denomination: Baptist

Failure Not Final Sermon Ii: Forgiveness Is The Key To Resolution Of Failure Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Mar 11, 2020

Despite failures, sins, mistakes, errors of judgment - God can turn a dysfunctional relationship into a wonderful reunion of joy if we will forgive as God has forgiven us and then act in good faith.

FORGIVENESS THE KEY TO THE FINAL RESOLUTION OF FAILURE Failure is not final with the Father. Forgiveness is the key to the resolution of a relationship failure such as a family feud that is longstanding and most likely rooted in a dysfunctional ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:41, Genesis 33:1-11

Everything Happens For A Reason Series

Contributed by Jim Kilson on Apr 23, 2014

Part 6 of 10 in a series dedicated to debunking commonly held myths that we think are in the Bible but really aren't, myths that can and often do have devastating effects on our faith.

INTRODUCTION: “Everything happens for a reason” – that statement hanging on our wall, when taken at face value is 100% correct. Life is a cause=effect existence, every action has a reaction… Event; Burning of Academic Hall (MU) in 1892 – Reason; First electric light ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Christian Church

Grave Consequences

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008

Jesus’ encounter at a grave had grave consequences!

Grave Consequences John 11: 1-21; 28-44 None of us like to be grouped. But I really feel impressed that this story presents us a picture of the three types or groups of people who sit in services like this. All three types are here. 1. Think it is too late. 21“Lord,” Martha said to ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Pentecostal

For What Purpose Did God Make Us? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 18, 2018

Paul details the purpose God created us for and the importance of the new body that Christians will experience.

A BETTER BODY: Our current body is like a leaky tent; our resurrection body is like a solid building. - 2 Corinthians 5:1-2, 4, 8. - Verse 1 compares our earthly body to a tent. If you’ve been camping you know that most tents can be leaky, drafty, decidedly rough. But we have a second body to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

We've All Been Caught In The Same Net

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jan 27, 2020

Human tendency is to look for all the ways we are different. But the church finds its unity only in Christ.

January 26, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson 1 Cor. 1:10-18; Matt. 4:12-23 We’ve All Been Caught in the Same Net Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. If one thing marks our current culture, I think many people would ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18, Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Times Of Distress Call For Times Of Prayer

Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 1, 2013

Verse by verse study form the book of Psalm. David doesn’t ask for immunity from judgement, but for the tempering of God’s discipline with mercy. Listen to Hebrews 12:10-11NLT  For our earthly fathers disciplined us for a few years, doing the best they k

Times Of Distress Call For Times Of Prayer Psalm 6:1-10NKJ O Lord, do not rebuke me in Your anger, Nor chasten me in Your hot displeasure. 2 Have mercy on me, O Lord, for I am weak; O Lord, heal me, for my bones are troubled. 3 My soul also is greatly troubled; But You, O Lord—how long? ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 6:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Unwavering Faith

Contributed by Mark Lindsey on May 1, 2022

How do we take faith to a different level? Moving faith from simply trusting the unknown to faith as trusting God to provide? Faith is not believing something will happen; faith is believing what God said will happen.

“UNWAVERING FAITH” 1 KINGS 17:8-16 Faith is part of everyday living. When you are ill, you go to a doctor whose name you cannot pronounce. He gives you a prescription you cannot read. You take it to a pharmacist you have never seen. He gives you medication you do not understand. Yet, you take it. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

Character Study Of Seth Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 20, 2025

Seth was not just another son of Adam and Eve; he was a chosen vessel in God's divine plan. His life and lineage stood in contrast to Cain’s, reflecting righteousness, worship, and faithfulness.

CHARACTER STUDY OF SETH – THIRD SON OF ADAM AND EVE, ANCESTOR OF NOAH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "And Adam knew his wife again, and she bare a son, and called his name Seth: For God, said she, hath appointed me another seed instead of Abel, whom Cain slew." – Genesis ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:25, Genesis 5:3-8, 1 Chronicles 1:1, Luke 3:38

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Transformed By Truth: Living In The Light Of God's Grace Luke 1:68-75 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 14, 2024

A journey through a profound and transformative passage from Luke 1:68-75 - in these verses, we find rich themes of redemption, promise, covenant, and hope.

Transformed by Truth: Living in the Light of God's Grace Luke 1:68-75 It is a blessing and a joy to gather together in the presence of the Lord, to worship, to fellowship, and to grow deeper in our understanding of His Word. Today, we are going to embark on a journey through a profound and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:68-75, Luke 1:68, John 3:16, Luke 1:69-70, Isaiah 9:6, Luke 1:72-73, Deuteronomy 7:9, Luke 1:74-75, Romans 12:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Downward Climb Up

Contributed by Larry Grant on Sep 14, 2025

In this parable, we will see that one man came to the temple that day to worship himself. The other man came that day to worship the Lord.

LUKE 18:9-14 "THE DOWNWARD CLIMB UP" September 14, 2025 This sermon is inspired by my time with the late Crawford Kimble. He told me a story of a young preacher, fresh out of seminary, a model student. He was given an opportunity to preach at a small church. He proudly and boldly walked ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Characters: Isaiah

Contributed by Robert Butler on Dec 1, 2022

Jesus birth was foretold thousands of years beforehand by a prophet living for God

I’ll never forget a friend of mine asking where the wreath with the candles were during one of my first church pastorates. I replied, “we don’t need those rituals do we?” The response was all about the history, her church experiences during Christmas and why she loved a church all dressed up in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:1-5, Psalm 16:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fruit Of Patience Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 17, 2004

This is the 4th sermon in the series "Fruit Producers".

Series: Fruit Producers [#4] FRUIT OF PATIENCE Galatians 5:22 Introduction: Galatians 5:22 says, “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience…” 1. This is the one fruit that most of us would like to pass on. 2. The reason for that is we know what must happen in order to gain ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Baptist

Fellowship With God

Contributed by Glenn Tiania on Jun 23, 2008

HOW TO WORSHIP GOD WITH AN IMPACT IN YOUR LIFE

1. THE ESSENCE OF FELLOWSHIP WITH GOD v.1 A. LONGS TO WORSHIP a.DECLARES YOUR GOD THAT HE IS YOUR TRUE GOD v.1a b.YOU SEEK FOR YOUR GOD v.1b c.YOUR SOULS THIRST V.1c d.YOUR BODY LONGS v.1d B. JESUS IS THE ONLY WAY TO BE REFRESH v.1e 2. USING OUR BODY TO WORSHIP ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1-11

Denomination: Congregational

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 17, 2001

For His sheep.

The Good Shepherd - John 10:1-18 This is my wife’s favorite passage and she has asked me for years to teach on this, but somehow it has never seemed to be what I was being lead to preach or teach. Finally, here we are. I guess that is a lesson in itself on patience. C];-)}|> There are many ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-8

Denomination: Baptist