Sermons on Maintaining Your Marriage:

Faithful In Little Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Oct 3, 2022

The second in a four-part series for a fall stewardship emphasis.

October 2, 2022 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Found Faithful Series 1 Kings 17:8-16; John 6:1-13 Faithful in Little Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “God is in the details.” This saying is attributed to the American ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16, John 6:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Sermon On Thought & Vibrations

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 29, 2022

It has often been said that the mindset of every living individual emit vibrations that are totally distinctive to them.

Ephesians 6:10-14 reminds us: "Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, 1 Corinthians 15:40, 2 Corinthians 10:5, Romans 12:2

True Repentance Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 15, 2022

“Come, let us return to the Lord.” (Hosea 6:1) Jesus went to the house of many tax collectors and sinners. The Pharisees saw this and asked why Jesus eats with tax collectors and sinners. In that context Jesus Quotes Hosea 6:6 (found in Matthew 9:13).

The story of the prodigal son gives us a great picture of repentance. The prodigal has messed up big time and ended up in a terrible situation, eating pig slop just to survive. That situation made him turn back to his father. But you don’t have to wind up on skid row to need repentance. A Christian ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 6:1-11, Hosea 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

A Reckless Path Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Apr 8, 2022

In Revelation 2:14 Balaam is a warning to the church. An insider causing the destruction. Beware of someone on the reckless path causing the church to compromise from within. It is the ultimate sell-out.

The story of Balaam is a fascinating one. What you might think of first with Balaam is that he was the prophet whose donkey spoke to him. It was incredible and there is nothing else quite like it in the Bible. Balaam is significant in Old Testament history and for the New Testament church. There ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Maundy Thursday - Full Love Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 14, 2022

Three lessons we could arrive at from this passage: Greater love of Christ, greater humility of Jesus, and a greater commitment to God.

Maundy Thursday Theme: Full Extent of Love Text: John 13:1-17 Introduction: Maundy means commandment. Today is Commandment Thursday, Holy Thursday or Sheer Thursday, green Thursday in Germany, because of cleaning the penance of a new beginning (ref: Britannica). The following texts remind the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

Sermon On Conflict & Freedom

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 6, 2022

Conflict is defined as a serious disagreement or argument with another, typically a protracted one.

Lao Tzu, also known as Laozi, an ancient Chinese philosopher once remarked: “In dwelling, live close to the ground. In thinking, keep to the simple. In conflict, be fair and generous. In governing, don't try to control. In work, do what you enjoy. In family life, be completely present.” James ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-39, Ephesians 4:26, Galatians 5:1, 2 Corinthians 3:17

Sermon On Diffidence

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 9, 2022

Diffidence is defined as modesty or shyness resulting from a lack of self-confidence.

John Balguy, an English divine and philosopher once remarked: “Whoever is wise is apt to suspect and be diffident of himself, and upon that account is willing to "hearken unto counsel,” whereas the foolish man, being in proportion to his folly full of himself, and swallowed up in conceit, will ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:16, 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12, Colossians 4:5, Philippians 4:13

To Die Is Gain (Funeral Service For Rose Mary Stevens)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jul 15, 2022

None of us likes to think about death. Many times when the thought of a loved one dying or of us dying, we put those thoughts aside for another time.

Illus: Doris Day that lovely woman and a great singer was so afraid of death she forbid anyone to talk about death in her presence. But today we have to deal with this subject of death. Since we are forced to deal with death today, let’s deal with it on the basis of God’s Word. WHAT DOES GOD ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21

Denomination: Baptist

The Challenge Of Church In The 21st Century

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jul 17, 2022

Doing church today is different and difficult.

The Challenge of Church in the 21st Century Matthew 16:13-20 13 When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, saying, Whom do men say that I the Son of man am? 14 And they said, Some say that thou art John the Baptist: some, Elias; and others, Jeremias, or one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Plague Of Boils And Blains – The Sixth Plague Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 29, 2022

God's judgment on Pharaoh and Egypt in Exodus Chapter 9 was boils. He told Aaron and Moses to grab handfuls of ashes from the furnace and throw the ashes into the air in front of Pharaoh's eyes. When ash touched someone in Egypt, they would break out in boils and sores

The Plague Of Boils And Blains – The Sixth Plague EXODUS 9:8-12 8 Then the LORD said to Moses and Aaron, "Take handfuls of soot from a furnace and have Moses toss it into the air in the presence of Pharaoh. 9 It will become fine dust over the whole land of Egypt, and festering boils will ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 9:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Temple Completed Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 6, 2022

For those of you who value preaching you will love these verses. It was the preaching of these, so called, “minor prophets” Haggai and Zechariah that the work flourished. The whole time, now under their preaching the people were working with diligence.

Solomon’s Temple was a major undertaking to complete. It was a multi-generational task. King David made so many preparations. His son Solomon worked to see the temple built and dedicated to the Lord. The temple, we call Solomon’s Temple, was destroyed and laid in ruin during the seventy-year ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 6:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

I Stand Accused

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 3, 2023

If you were accused of being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you?

When the remnant returned to Israel to rebuild the walls (Haggai 1:1, 2:4), Joshua was the High Priest at that time. In verses 1-3: Joshua is appointed and Satan stands to accuse him. Joshua’s appearance / man’s appearance. Joshua, who here represents the nation of Israel, was accused ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

In Christ

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 15, 2023

What does it mean to be in Christ? Let’s allow the Bible to tell us. Several churches claim that eternal life is only available within their walls. Who does Jesus say will have eternal life?

What does it mean to be in Christ? Let’s allow the Bible to tell us. Several churches claim that eternal life is only available within their walls. Who does Jesus say will have eternal life? For God loved the world in this way: He gave His One and Only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord's Supper Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 16, 2023

Based on 1 Corinthians 11:23-28 - Encourages hearers to consider the reasons why we observe the Lord's Supper

“WHY DO WE DO THAT? – LORD’S SUPPER” 1 Cor. 11:23-28 FBCF – 1/15/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – There are so many areas in life where we obedience is necessary. - Traffic laws - Dr’s instructions – Pharmacist’s instructions - Rules & regulations in athletics - Hunting regulations Reasons: - For our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is A Whosoever?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 23, 2023

Whosoever is a formal term for "whoever." That means anyone, you, me, the next-door neighbor, some person living in the desert, on an island far from any major continent. Anyone who is listening to and hearing God's Word.

In verses 1-5: When we become a Christian, we become part of God’s family, with other believers as our spiritual siblings, brothers, and sisters. God ascertains who the other relatives are, not us. We are basically called to acknowledge and adore them. We know that if we love God and keep His ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible