Sermons on Magnet Fishing:

Career Change Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 5, 2007

God reveals himself to us in common, mundane times. When he does, we become aware of God’s holiness and our sinfulness and we are forever changed.

Luke 5:1-11 “Career Change” INTRODUCTION Where do we go to encounter God? This question has been debated and attempts made to discover the answer for centuries. Some people have followed the example of John the Baptist and traveled the deserts and wildernesses of the world. In the middle ages, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

When God Gave His Son Series

Contributed by John Raulerson on Dec 12, 2007

God gave the best when He gave us His Son.

Christmas: It’s All about Giving WHEN GOD GAVE HIS SON John 3:16 WHEN GOD GAVE JESUS.... 1) HE GAVE AS AN EXPRESSION OF HIS LOVE "...so loved..." Love is never content to simply exist. Love must act. Love is a word of action. Love proves its self by what it does. Love that does not ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unity: From A Call To A Cost – Part 4 Of 6 Series

Contributed by Graham Kettle on Oct 14, 2014

Unity starts with, and stays so long as, the Body of Christ in a family, home group or church obeys a non-optional calling on our lives that requires us to actively live worthy of that call from Christ Himself.

Unity starts with, and stays so long as, the Body of Christ in a family, home group or church obeys a non-optional calling on our lives that requires us to actively live worthy of that call, from Christ Himself. What is this call? It is known as the ‘Great Commission’. It is not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Church Of God

Unexpected Defeat

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 6, 2015

Unexpected Defeat

Ecclesiastes 9 v 11 & 12 Unexpected Defeat v.11 I returned, and saw under the sun, that the race is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, neither yet bread to the wise, nor yet riches to men ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:11-12

Denomination: Holiness

Forgiveness

Contributed by Matt Newburg on Aug 3, 2023

God is calling us to have his heart toward others. The Book of Jonah is a portrait of how this looks in action. It's just might be one of the toughest lessons in the Bible!

“FORGIVENESS” I. BOOK OF JONAH! A. Jonah lived in Gath Hepher, next to Nazareth 1. He’s called to travel to Nineveh 2. “Nineveh” - Capital of the Assyrian Empire...modern-day Northern Iraq. 3. ASSYRIAN EMPIRE – Huge influence at this time!! B. 2 Kings 14:25- Jonah known prophet during ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, Ephesians 4:32, Matthew 5:43, Jonah 1:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Weight Of A Few Words - At Thy Word

Contributed by Loyd C. Taylor on Aug 21, 2023

In this sermon we look at the weight of a few words, or how just a few words spoken by Christ had a major impact on the lives of those who listened and obeyed.

INTRODUCTION: We so seldom think about the impact that our words have on those who are listening, however in many cases we find others hanging onto our words. This is especially true of preachers, so we must be careful what we say. Our words can have a negative or a positive outcome, I’m sure we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Treasure Hunt

Contributed by Jun Evangelista on Sep 3, 2023

How do you like to see and understand the real treasure according to Jesus?

Treasure Hunt Illustration: The Pirate's Gold in Adak Islands In 1892, an illegal seal poacher and Pirate named Gregory Dwargstaf hid gold coins worth $365 million dollars in 150 food and milk tin cans, on the island of Adak. He was running away from the govt officials and found the secluded ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Was The Problem Of The Prophet? Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 30, 2022

The purpose of the book of Jonah is to show the degree of the grace of God, that the message of salvation is for all individuals.

The purpose of the book of Jonah is to show the degree of the grace of God, that the message of salvation is for all individuals. This book is not quite the same as the other prophetic books since it recounts the tale of the prophet and does not fixate on his predictions. Indeed, just one verse ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Six Days Or Millions Of Years Series

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 14, 2014

this question is not argued by the skeptic outside the church but in the church, as well. Learner hand outs are available.

Did God create everything in six literal days? __YES __NO __I’m not sure __How can we know? My NOTES Here’s the issue with many who answer with a loud and forceful YES! They truly don’t know how to explain their answer. How do we know that God created everything in 6 days ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Total Surrender

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Apr 20, 2023

The power of the Holy Spirit deposited in the life of a believer cannot be fully exercised until the believer fully surrenders all to Jesus Christ. We don't need more power, we only need to surrender more to God to put the power in action.

TEXT: MARK 14:36 (NKJV) "And He said, “Abba, Father, all things are possible for You. Take this cup away from Me; nevertheless, not what I will, but what You will.” GOD'S POWER IS AVAILABLE The power of the Holy Spirit deposited in the life of a believer cannot be fully exercised until ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:36, Luke 10:19, Acts 1:8, Mark 10:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Parables Concerning The Kingdom, Part 2 (Matthew 13:24-58)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Apr 18, 2025

The Lord Jesus continues to teach the people through the means of stories, or parables. Each parable presents a description of the coming kingdom and judgment.

Matthew 13 contains a series of parables that are heard by the crowds, but only a few would take the effort to really hear, understand, and apply what the Lord Jesus was teaching. He has presented stories about good and bad soils that represent how people receive and apply the Word of God to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-53, Mark 4:30-32, Luke 13:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Came And Sat Down

Contributed by Samuel M on Oct 31, 2024

So many times in our life, when we are in our most difficult times, Jesus silently comes (enters) and sits (makes his dwelling) in our lives and makes us part of his plans.

Then Jesus got into one of the boats, which was Simon’s, and asked him to put out a little from the land. And He sat down and taught the multitudes from the boat. When He had stopped speaking, He said to Simon, “Launch out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.” Luke 5:3-4 Peter was so ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:3-4

A Storm Without A Reason

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Jan 22, 2025

An American missionary was traveling across Korea by train. At a busy station an old man boarded and sat across from Him. The man was Korean and he addressed the American in his native tongue.

• Psa. 139 • Jonah 1:1-10 • Matthew 12:38-42 Illustration An American missionary was traveling across Korea by train. At a busy station an old man boarded and sat across from Him. The man was Korean and he addressed the American in his native tongue. The Missionary responded in the only Korean ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-10, Matthew 12:38-42

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Just What You Need To Make You Happy" Series

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Jan 21, 2002

Sometimes God has to interfere with our life to help us find true happiness.

Intro: “I have everything I need for joy!” Robert Reed said. His hands are twisted and his feet are useless. He can’t bathe himself. He can’t feed himself. He can’t brush his teeth, comb his hair, or put on his underwear. Strips of Velcro hold his shirts together. His speech drags like a worn ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You In? Series

Contributed by Adam Deibert on May 7, 2004

God is not concerned with how much faith we have; He is concerned about what we do with the faith He has given us.

Over the years, I have had many opportunities to travel. And in my travels, I have had numerous opportunities to visit old houses, churches, and other famous sites. I’ve been to Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, and I’ve toured a catacomb in Italy. I’ve seen the Houses of Parliament in Ottawa, and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist