Sermons on Love Does Not Envy:

Four-Ds In Jonah

Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Feb 10, 2015

A look at the results of sin in our lives and the desire of God to forgive sin when we repent

INTRODUCTION 1. Where I grew up there were stories about men scuba diving near a dam a. They would come up scared vowing never to return b. They claimed catfish down deep that were large enough to swallow a man c. Most of us listened with doubt to these stories always told second-hand 2. One story ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Helmet Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 16, 2014

The helmet is a metaphor for protecting the mind. The Apostle Paul wants us to guard our thoughts. If the devil can tamper with our thoughts, he can meddle with our lives. How we perceive Christ and His teachings affects all of life.

While conducting a raid in the Helmand Province of Afghanistan, a US Marine platoon received incoming sniper fire. One of the Marines was struck in the head and the bullet bounced off his Kevlar helmet. He assured his fellow Marines he was unhurt except for some ringing in his ears, and they ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Denomination: Congregational

Is Your Life Sacrificial Or Superficial?

Contributed by Glynda Lomax on Nov 28, 2014

So many Christians believe if they were given the choice to renounce Jesus or die, that they would choose torture and death, but would they really? If we cannot make small sacrifices now, we cannot hope to make bigger ones later.

In this sermon, I also shared the Text Illustration: The Rich Family in Church by Eddie Ogan Read story of a martyr – short one. I chose the story of Nichomachus, from Foxes Book of Martyrs. You’re living your life for Jesus Christ, but are you ready AND willing to die for Him? Could ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:6

Denomination: Charismatic

Everyone Is Looking -- For Jesus Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 4, 2014

Isaiah gives us a brief description of the coming Messiah. People have been looking for him and to him ever since.

1. Obscurities There is a story about a student at Cambridge University who entered the classroom on exam day and asked the proctor to bring him cakes and ale. The proctor refused, expressing astonishment at the young student's audacity. At this point the student read from the four-hundred-year-old ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Momma, What Is In The Bottom Of The Barrel?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 9, 2014

Things may look hopeless, but God can provide our needs... Look in the barrel...

MOMMA, WHAT IS IN THE BOTTOM OF THE BARREL? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have an old fashion looking barrel with a little meal in the bottom... beneath the meal, I have a big printed sign: MIRACLE... YOU CAN NOT SEE MIRACLE UNTIL THE MEAL IS ALMOST GONE... I. WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Restoration Business

Contributed by Brandon Boyd on Sep 28, 2016

God Restored Israel, and He will restore us!

GODS RESTORATION BUSINESS TEXT: For I will restore health unto thee, and I will heal thee of thy wounds, saith the LORD; because they called thee an Outcast, saying, This is Zion, whom no man seeketh after. Jeremiah 30:17 KJV Hosea 6:2-3 After two days will he revive us: in the third day he ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 30:17

Denomination: Baptist

Church - Resting Place Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 30, 2016

Many come to Church for rest but involved in the politics and administration they have lost their blessings

“Restless in Resting Place” By Rev. Andrew B Natarajan “Pay attention to me and answer me I am troubled and upset” (Psalm 55:2). Psalmist David says this heartbreaking Prayer to the Lord. He admits in the presence of the Lord that his Heart is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:2

Denomination: Methodist

The Butterfly Effect Of Prayer Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 1, 2016

A simple prayer can have amazing impact

The European union was fracturing along national lines. Political and religious rivalries had caused chasms of separation to grow, so that a threat to one part was even seen as a good thing to other parts of the continent. A resurgent Islamic state had taken territory and executed hundreds, even ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Catholic

Adoption As Sons

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Jul 17, 2014

The believer has received the spirit of adoption whereby we cry Abby, Father

Adoption as Sons 2 Corinthians 6:14/18 Romans 8:14/15 “For as many as are led by the spirit of God, they are the sons of God. For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.” In these verses God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-15

Denomination: *other

God Of Genesis Part 4 –god Creates For A Purpose. Genesis 1-2 Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jul 27, 2014

God created all things for a purpose, not as a random collection of meaningless chemical reactions-he has created creatures with a reason for being.

God of Genesis Part 4 –God creates for a purpose. Genesis 1-2 There are many creation myths around the world. The Babylonian Sons of gods (who themselves did not get along well) Marduk and Tiamat, fought for dominance of the universe. Marduk won and used Tiamat’s body to make the ...read more

Denomination: *other

Hold On Help Is On The Way.

Contributed by James Reginald Levert on Aug 9, 2014

A sermon directing others to keep punishing forward. and just hold on to the promises of God

Hold on Help is on the way. 1 Samuel 11 And they said unto the messengers that came, Thus shall you say unto the men of Jabeshgilead, Tomorrow, by that time the sun is hot, you shall have help. And the messengers came and showed it to the men of Jabesh; and they were glad. Most people that know us ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 11:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

Called To Be Super-Heroes Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 1, 2015

In the spiritual realm, we are called to be God’s super heroes. We can only be super heroes on earth, because — when we are in heaven — we will not need these unique skills.

Called to Be Super-Heroes (I Timothy 6:11-17, 20-21) 1. [This is a combination Norwegian and Chinese joke] A young man walks through New York Chinatown and notices a shop with the name Hans Olaffsen's Laundry. He thought it seemed out of place but curiosity got the best of him and he walked into ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Voice Of Abundant Life

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on May 7, 2017

Which life are you living: one of abundance or one of achievement? What keeps you from living the abundant life Jesus intends?

Cattle rustling is a major problem in Uganda. Every day the Ugandan army tries to reunite cattle with their owners. The biggest difficulty lies in proving ownership. BBC News reported how one elderly lady settled the issue: The BBC's Nathan Etungu witnessed the process beginning in a village north ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-18

Denomination: Other

Visit Of The Wisemen Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 15, 2017

The wise men came to Jerusalem during the time when Herod was king. One thing that Herod did not want was competition. When these wise men showed up in Jerusalem, it created quite a stir and Herod had his curiosity peaked.

-4 BC- Jerusalem and Bethlehem Visit of the Wisemen (Numbers 24:17) Matthew 2:1-12 After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem. (Matthew 2:1) The wise men came to Jerusalem during the time when Herod was king. One thing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Hope That Comes From God's Provision Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 30, 2017

This is the 12th sermon in the series "3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope".

Series: 3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope [#12] THE HOPE THAT COMES FROM GOD’S PROVISION 2 Kings 3:16 Introduction: This morning, we are going to continue our series from chapter 3 verse 16 of each Book of the Bible. We live in a time when the Church is in a spiritual drought; but it doesn’t ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 3:16

Denomination: Baptist