Sermons on Making Life Count:

Fruit-- Bearing

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 25, 2008

A message on our responsibilities for service.

FRUIT-BEARING John 15:1-14 INTRO: Anyone who has ever done any farming or gardening, knows what it means for a tree or vine to bear fruit. We all know how much work is involved to bring forth good fruit. If we let the vine grow wild, chances are we ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Being Cool

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Mar 14, 2013

A Youth Group message that shares what God sees as being cool and what the world views as being cool.

A. God’s Design for “Cool” B. Cool Doesn’t Try- C. Be honest- if you have to try to be cool you probably aren’t! D. Reasons why cool doesn’t have to try 1) Being Cool is an honor that others give you 2) Truly Cool people focus on others, not themselves ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:17-18

Denomination: Other

"...other Little Boats"

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on May 31, 2013

Calling attention to the phrase "other little boats", we consider the hurt of so many around us.

“...OTHER LITTLE BOATS" Mark 4:35-41 (v.36) This little phrase is often overlooked and somewhat overshadowed by the more spectacular events mentioned in the account. I. THE REALITY OF THE STORM! Storms on the Sea of Galilee (as on the “sea of life”) are all too common. No ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

Greater Joy

Contributed by John Mccormack on Mar 13, 2014

UNION WITH CHRIST IS YOUR GREATEST JOY!

GREATER JOY OBSERVATION: ISRAEL CELEBRATED THREE GREAT FEASTS: PASSOVER, PENTECOST, AND TABERNACLES. THE FEAST OF TABERNACLES SPOKE TO THE INGATHERING OF CROPS. JOY CAME THROUGH AN ABUNDANT CROP! INTERPRETATION: PSALMS 4:7 (NEW KING JAMES VERSION) YOU HAVE PUT GLADNESS IN MY HEART, MORE THAN ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:7

Denomination: Baptist

Solemnity Of The Ascension Of The Lord

Contributed by Paul Andrew on May 15, 2021

To ascend which means to dwell continually with Him (Jesus Christ) so we gain clarity.

1. Our Second Reading in Ephesians chapter 1 says that Jesus is in heaven in his body "at His own right hand" - the place of infinite glory, power, and majesty. Something greater exists than your tendencies and struggles-- Verse 21: "far above all principalities" --He is our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Catholic

Show Our Love Too God

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Apr 23, 2020

Love To God

Love To God Romans 8: 28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. 1. Threefold Commandment. Deuteronomy 6: 28 And we know that all things work together for good to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

A Man Sent From God

Contributed by Grant Adams on Nov 19, 2020

Pastor comes from the word shepherd. • He guides the flock. • He feeds and waters them. • He protects them and their little lambs.

Jeremiah 3:15, “And I will give you pastors according to mine heart, which shall feed you with knowledge and understanding.” 9 times the word “pastor” is used in the Bible. 8 of these are found in Jeremiah. One time in Ephesians. 5 times it is used in rebuke or condemnation. His success is ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

‘he Never Lets Go Of Us’

Contributed by Tony Abram on May 31, 2019

You have taken hold of my right hand. You will guide me with Your counsel, And afterward receive me to honor and glory. This is such a wonderful promise of God to us that I am putting and AMP versions

‘He Never Lets Go of Us’ Psalm 73:23-24 (KJV) 23 Nevertheless I am continually with thee: thou hast holden me by my right hand. 24 Thou shalt guide me with thy counsel, and afterward receive me to glory. Psalm 73:23-24 (AMP) Nevertheless I am continually with You; You have taken hold of my right ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:23-24, Matthew 28:2, Isaiah 41:13, Romans 8:14, Psalm 119:105  (view more)  (view less)

Jesus Is Knocking

Contributed by Daniel King, D. Min. on Jul 24, 2018

This is an evangelistic sermon designed to convince people to open the door of their hearts to Jesus.

Key Scripture: Jesus said, “Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and dine with him, and he with Me” (Revelation 3:20 NKJV). Illustration: Knock on the pulpit as you preach. I. Jesus is knocking on the door of your life. A. ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

3 Things You Get When You Become A Christian

Contributed by Daniel King, D. Min. on Jul 24, 2018

This is an evangelistic sermon designed to convince people to become a believer. This sermon describes three tangible benefits of becoming a Christian.

I. Forgiveness A. “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness” (1 John 1:9 NKJV). B. “I acknowledged my sin to You, and my iniquity I have not hidden. I said, “I will confess my transgressions to the Lord,” and You forgave ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Thoughtful Living Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 1, 2023

When we seek God's footprints in our daily experiences, we come to realise the extent of His involvement in our lives.

Psalm 25:8-15 (New Living Translation) The Lord is good and does what is right; He shows the proper path to those who go astray. He leads the humble in doing right, teaching them His way. The Lord leads with unfailing love and faithfulness all who keep His covenant and obey His demands. For the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:8-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

An Angel Spoke To Hagar

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Aug 9, 2023

Hagar was in the wilderness in Genesis 16. God sent an angel to her. We can learn a lot from her experience.

When Hagar got pregnant with Ishmael, she despised Sarah and was disrespectful toward her. (Genesis 16:4b) Sarah told Abraham, “When she saw that she had conceived, I was despised in her eyes.” Abraham told Sarah to handle the situation as she pleased. Sarah “dealt harshly” with Hagar, and Hagar ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:4-14

Denomination: Baptist

Only Then May We Celebrate Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 14, 2023

The truly repentant one knows where the problem is. It’s in his own mind, which he bows down to the Almighty, and in his heart, which he beats as he prays.

Saturday of the 3rd Week in Lent 2023 When we read the Gospel passage that looks into the minds and hearts of the Pharisee and the tax collector, we see two entirely different ideas of sin and repentance. The first, which is way more popular than the other, is what is called “comparative” ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14, Hosea 6:1-6

Denomination: Catholic

God Keeps His Promises Series

Contributed by Kamalanathan Francis on Dec 23, 2021

God had been promising to send the Messiah for centuries, and many of the Jews probably doubted if it would ever really happen. But God’s timing is perfect, and He always keeps His promises. Then and now.

Perfect Timing of God The Promises God gave to Adam and Eve, was fulfilled 2000yrs ago. Yes, by sending His own Son at the mercy of men. In Galatians 4:4, Paul says, at the right time God send his son to us, to fulfill his promises' given to Adam and Eve. His timing is perfect, when the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Created The Animal Kingdom.

Contributed by Justin Smigelski on Jun 11, 2022

*God the Father planned, He spoke Using His Word, and the Spirit acted by creating all land, sea, and air animals. Each one has different and unique bodies according to the specific purpose God gave them.

God Created the Animal Kingdom. Genesis 1:20-25 Then God said, "Let the waters swarm and abundantly produce living creatures, and let birds soar above the earth in the open expanse of the heavens." God created the great sea monsters and every living creature that moves, with which the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:20-25, 1 Corinthians 15:38-39