Sermons on Luster:

God's Kingdom Is Worth Every Penny

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Aug 11, 2021

More than a hidden treasure or very valuable pearl God's kingdom is worth every penny.

GOD’S KINGDOM IS WORTH EVERY PENNY (Outline) August 1, 2021 - Pentecost 10 - MATTHEW 13:44-46 INTRO.: “Is it worth it?” How often have wondered or spoken this question? “Is it worth it?” We look at our lives and wonder, “Is it worth it?” We see careful plans fall apart. “Is it worth ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Lutheran

A Mind That Matters

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Aug 18, 2024

How to have the mind of Christ and its importance in the Christian life and experience.

A Mind that Matters Philippians 2:5-11 5 Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: 6 Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: 7 But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men: 8 ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Growth Through Suffering

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 9, 2001

God often teaches us through suffering. Why? Because in good times, we have a tendency to forget God. But adversity helps focus us on what is most important.

You may be familiar with a story that’s been in the news recently [Bobby Knight allegedly choking one of his players]. My purpose this morning is not to take a position on whether or not he should be fired. What interests me is how some of the very people that this man supposedly abused are ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

No Regrets

Contributed by Mike Mizell on Dec 6, 2002

Learn to live a life without regrets.

No Regrets 2 Timothy 4:5-8 Read Story In 3 weeks we will rejoice at surviving this year and celebrate the beginning of a new year. Let me ask you, “How has 2002 been for you? Did you make resolutions this year and if you did, how did you fare with them?” If you are like the vast majority of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:5-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Building Bridges Of Relationships

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 14, 2000

Living in the 21st Century requires relationship building if the church is to advance forward.

The church of the 21st Century has a mandate to nurture relationships with one another. With all the discouragement in the world, there is a growing need for affirmation in our lives. How many of you have had someone to believe in your dreams, to believe in your hopes and aspirations? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:11-12, Hebrews 11:34-37

Denomination: Pentecostal

No Pet Rock

Contributed by Rusty Wright on May 29, 2007

The Holy Spirit gives us everything we need in order to serve God and God’s creation. But, it is our responsibility to use those gifts for the glory of God.

No Pet Rock 5-27-07 Acts 2:1-21 As a society, we Americans are often sucked in by fads—some item or some activity that seems to capture all of our attention for a short time but, when the luster and excitement wear off, we forget about them and then we move on to the next fad. Every ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

Dare To Be Humble Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 17, 2006

As disciples of Jesus we must humble ourselves

Dare to Be Humble Luke 14:7-11 October 8, 2006 Morning Service Introduction Several years ago I attended a wedding and it was beautiful with all of the pomp you expect at those kind of events. the reception was a bit of a problem. The main family had remained at the church for pictures and the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-11

Denomination: Church Of God

"The Basis Of Our Thanksgiving"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 17, 2007

A Thanksgiving sermon.

Psalm 100 John 6:25-35 “The Basis of Our Thanksgiving” By Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor Grace UMC, Soddy Daisy, TN www.gbgm-umc.org/grace-sdtn The 100th Psalm was written for the people of Israel. God had basically said to them, “When you come into the Promised Land, and settle down in your warm ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: United Methodist

Why Deacons?

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 11, 2005

This sermon was preached at a deacon commissioning service

Last week we asked the question Why Deacons? In the midst of that sermon we not only answered the question Why? But also the questions of who are they? And what do they or should they do? At the close of the service our you were given a ballot of 5 awesome Christian men of whom you were to select ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:25

Denomination: Baptist

Did You Get Clothes For Christmas? Series

Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Jan 7, 2005

Clothes aren’t always the most prized gifts at Christmas. But the Lord gives us just that for Christmas: Clothes. 1.These Clothes Save You. 2. These Clothes Define You.

Christmas 2 Isaiah 61:10-62:3 This week, we all have yet another Christmas under our belts. And probably many of you thought back during the holidays to past Christmases you had, and the fond memories of these events. Maybe your mind was turned to the presents you remember opening up as a child. ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

How (Questions In The Aftermath Of Hurricane Katrina)

Contributed by Chris Tiller on Oct 30, 2005

How could God have let this happen? How can we speak to God of what has happened? How can we respond to the need before us?

Lamentations 2:11-13, 18-19; 3:19-23, 40-42, 46-57 The Lamentations were written by someone, probably Jeremiah, who observed the devastation of Jerusalem following the Babylonian invasion in 586 BC. Jerusalem was literally leveled. The temple was destroyed. Anybody who was anybody was carried ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Stand In Awe

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 10, 2014

A sermon on Ecclesiastes 5:1-7 focused on worship (Outline and material adapted from Sidney Greidanus in his book, Preaching Christ from Ecclesiastes, chapter 7 Worshiping in God's House, pg. 122- 136)

HoHum: Philip Graham Ryken tells about a film clip that he saw, don’t know where he saw it so try to describe it. It portrays a family of four getting ready for church on a Sunday morning. Even though the viewer cannot hear what the family members are saying, it is not hard to read their ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Mirage

Contributed by Paddick Van Zyl on Oct 6, 2014

Things are always skewed when we do not look at them in perspective....

Sermon by Pr. Paddick Van Zyl 6 Oct , 2014 Title: The Mirage (Psalm 73) Intro: - A beggar standing on a street corner commented to his friends, “If only I had a hundred dollars, I would never complain again.” A businessman walking by overheard his statement and interrupted the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

We Are Able To See Jesus

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 13, 2013

To show that we need to see everyone forgiven from their sins.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you able to see JESUS? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to see everyone forgiven from their sins. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 2:9 (Amplified Bible) 2:9 But we are able to see Jesus, Who was ranked lower than the angels for a little while, crowned ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Satan Doesn’t Destroy You All At Once, Its Little By Little. (Drugs)

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Apr 25, 2013

Alcohol was always the center piece of the partying crowd and the money maker for the club owner. Drugs escalated through the 70’s and 80’s bringing with them some really bad stuff for the serious party goers to get hung on like cocaine, crack, heroin,

Satan doesn’t destroy you all at once, its little by little. Ephesians 6:11 Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:11-12

Denomination: Baptist