Sermons on Make Excuses:

Arming Our Children Properly For Life

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 30, 2016

Even the best state schools are hobbled in their abilities to prepare children for life in a world that despises the Gospel of Christ, so we must arm them with Christian values in Christian environments.

Fourth Sunday in Course Catholic Schools Week 31 January 2016 How is it that the synagogue congregation that in one moment we hear listened to Jesus preaching and saying wonderful things about Him is just ten minutes later ready to run Him out of town and throw Him off a cliff? Of course, less ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:21-30

Denomination: Catholic

5 Lessons From Jonah; Or, What Happens When You Run Away From God’s Calling

Contributed by Ken Henson on Feb 10, 2018

1 Turning away from God’s will is always a step down. 2 turn your back on God’s will & everyone around all around you is negatively impacted 3 God can still use you to accomplish His purposes because 4 He is the God of 2nd chances 5 We Are Called 2 go

5 Lessons from Jonah What happens when you run away from your calling? More than ½ of UK now claims to have no religion. An entire nation that only a generation past claimed to be more than 90% Christian now largely has left the Faith. In the US, ½ of all catholics have left the church at some ...read more

Denomination: *other

In Whom All Things Are To Be Reconciled To God Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 12, 2018

Paul puts forgiveness of sin right alongside the blood of His Cross. God can forgive because the penalty has already been paid. Jesus paid that penalty through the blood of His Cross; therefore a righteous God can forgive you.

6/24/18 Tom Lowe Title: IIB5? In Whom all things are to be reconciled to God ?Colossians 1:20 • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” follow related verses. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Colossians 1:20 (NIV) (Text) 1:20: “And through him to reconcile to himself all things, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Inviting Jesus

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Sep 2, 2018

If you are going to sail in a dangerous sea or travel in a risky mountain, who will you invite to go with you? One couple invited Jesus from the very start of their journey and they never regret it.

INVITING JESUS: AN APPOINMENT THAT CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE John 2: 1-11 If you are going to sail in a dangerous sea or travel in a risky mountain, who will you invite to go with you? One couple invited Jesus from the very start of their journey and they never regret it. Joh 2:1 On the third day a ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Polarized (June 2016)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 17, 2022

This sermon compares Lee Atwater to the Apostle Paul. They were both changed “polarized” by the gospel.

POLARIZED Text: Galatians 1:11 – 24 “One of the greatest political minds in America belonged to that of [South Carolina’s own] Lee Atwater [Harvey Leroy Atwater]. He was known for his keen political insight and for his questionable political techniques that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: United Methodist

Major Life Decisions

Contributed by Ryan Ferwerda on Mar 22, 2019

We all face major life decisions, and making those decisions are never easy. So how do we go about making them?

2nd Week of Lent Genesis 15:1-18 It seems that the older I get the more life decisions I am faced with making. When I was younger my life decisions included what was I going to be when I grew up? Or, what college would I attend in order to pursue my chosen career path. At that time those decisions ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

What We Learn At Cana Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 1, 2018

When the wedding planner–maybe you’ve dealt with one sometime–tasted it, he pronounced it καλὸν, beautiful.

2nd Sunday after Epiphany 2018 Extraordinary Form It’s been almost thirteen years since Carolyn and I spent nearly two weeks in the Holy Land on pilgrimage, but many of the memories continue to enrich my study, prayer and preaching. The visit to Cana figures large in those recollections, and every ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Catholic

The God Who Uses My Mistakes Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 27, 2012

It's all right to make mistakes as long as we learn from them.

The God Who Uses My Mistakes Text: Gen. 12:10-20 Introduction 1. Illustration: John Maxwell in his book Failing Forward, said, "The difference between average people and achieving people is their perception and response to failure...What does matter is that your life can change if you're ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:10-20

Denomination: Methodist

A Contrast In Heart Attitudes Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 25, 2018

Dealing with people means adjusting to a variety of responses. Some are just nasty, bitter, agitators; others more open-minded/gracious. Some are open to the Gospel, others become adversaries, while others do not embrace the Gospel but are not hostile.

A Contrast in Heart Attitudes (Acts 17:1-15) 1. “On a highway in Indiana, about 20 cars were trailing behind a slow driver in the passing lane who wouldn’t change lanes. When Indiana State Trooper Sgt. Stephen Wheeles noticed the line of traffic, he decided to do something about it. “Wheeles, … in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Mental Health In The Proverbs: Straight Paths Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jun 18, 2025

When you and I follow after God, we give burdens to Him that we are not meant to carry when it comes to relationships or decisions we have to make. Proverbs 3:1–8 is a section of wisdom about wellness in our lives.

MENTAL HEALTH IN THE PROVERBS: STRAIGHT PATHS Proverbs 3:1-8 #mentalhealth INTRODUCTION What makes a wise saying wise? I think it has a lot to do with the source of the person making the comment or who wrote the particular book you are reading from. I think it also has to do with the topic the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paul’s Missionary Journey’s Still Instructs The Church Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 30, 2024

The Church must be focused on Christ, even when times are tough, will we? Will we make disciples, will we focus on Jesus, will we share His salvation?

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 24 Paul’s Missionary Journey’s still instructs the Church (“Lessons from the road!”) Acts 16:1-40 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- In 2023 we unpacked the beginning of all history ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go With A Name You Can Trust Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Oct 23, 2016

God Almighty can keep the promises he makes! Trust him.

The last time I shopped for a baseball glove, it took me all summer to find what I wanted. Why? Because I wanted a particular brand, a Mizuno, which is made in Japan. But since I was in the States that summer I had a hard time finding Mizuno equipment. Wilsons and Rawlings were everywhere, but no ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-27

Denomination: Lutheran

Bible Memorization: How Can I Get God's Word Deeper Into My Heart?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 23, 2006

This message deals with the goal of Bible memorization, the results, the excuses, and a few steps to begin pursuing it.

- There are times in our daily lives where we wonder about the right way to respond to situations, problems, temptations. We wonder about the right words to say. Whether it’s a temptation or an opportunity, we wonder about how to deal with it. - What if there was a way to get God’s Word deeper ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Not Your Big Redneck Wedding

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 10, 2011

Don't toss your invitation to the royal wedding... make the most of it! God's grace is an all-inclusive invitation to all who will receive it.

Title: Not Your Big Redneck Wedding Text: Matthew 22:1-14 (Luke 14:15-24) Thesis: Don’t toss your invitation to the royal wedding… make the most of it! Introduction In January of 2008 a new reality TV program dubbed “My Big Redneck Wedding” aired. Hosted by Tom Arnold, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Samson: Deliverer In Need Of Deliverance Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 28, 2009

IN GOD’S DELIVERANCE STORY, OUR HERITAGE AND OUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS NEVER EXCUSE PERSONAL COMPROMISE.

Samson -- Deliverer in Need of Deliverance Judges 13 8/30/09 INTRODUCTION http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=snufwP5SO-Y&NR=1 He-Man is a heroic fictional character in the Masters of the Universe franchise. He is the alter ego of Prince Adam and also the twin brother of She-Ra. He-Man and his ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:1-25

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance