Sermons on Making Life Count:

Twenty-Second Sunday In Ordinary Time, Cycle Or Year C-- Table Talk: Take The Lowest Place

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jul 30, 2022

It’s easier to ignore people at rectangular tables.

Recently there was a man from Ireland who became an internet sensation for a silly mistake he made while on vacation. This gentleman was visiting Las Vegas for the first time. So he borrowed his son’s GoPro camera, put it on a stick, and walked all over the Las Vegas Strip. He was filming all the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: Catholic

Satan In The Beginning Series

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Aug 10, 2022

In the beginning, Satan was an angel named Lucifer. Lucifer sinned and was cast out of Heaven. We next see him in the Garden of Eden as the serpent.

********** Lucifer was Satan’s original name when he was an angel. He was full of wisdom and perfect in beautiful. 1. Anointed Cherub O Lucifer, son of the morning! Isaiah 14:12 The word of the Lord came to me, saying, “Son of man, take up a lamentation upon the king of Tyrus (represents ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:8, Isaiah 14:12-16, Luke 10:18, Revelation 12:7-9, Revelation 12:12, Acts 16:20, Ezekiel 28:11-18, Revelation 12:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

More Than A Prayer (4) - "thy Kingdom Come"

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on May 31, 2021

The Lord's prayer is much more than a prayer guide. It shows us who our father is.

TEXT: Matthew 6:10 "Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven." INTRODUCTION The Lord"s prayer is much more than a prayer guide. It tells us who God is. God is my father. He lives in heaven. His name is holy. He rules over a glorious and everlasting kingdom. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10, Psalm 24:1, Matthew 13:24-30, Matthew 13:36-40

Denomination: Pentecostal

Is Evangelism Impossible While Working From Home? Series

Contributed by Billy Paul on Jun 15, 2021

The dreadful Covid-19 virus has fast-forwarded human history by a good 10 years by converting our “physical” world into a “virtual” one. So, is evangelism impossible in this world—especially while we work from Home?

The great commission of Jesus Christ begins with the word “Go.” Traditionally, Christians have come to realise this commandment by gladly packing their bags to a faraway land as “missionaries” and “evangelists.” But how is one supposed to fulfil this commandment when everyone is forcefully locked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:16, James 2:17, Proverbs 22:29

The Gospel Which We Are To Believe.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 1, 2021

The historical basis of the gospel.

THE GOSPEL WHICH WE ARE TO BELIEVE. Mark 1:1; Mark 1:14-15. There are various levels in which the kingdom of God has been appearing. The forerunner, John the Baptist, cried, ‘Repent, for the kingdom of the heavens has drawn nigh’ (cf. Matthew 3:2). Similarly, Jesus began His own ministry with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1, Mark 1:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Everything

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Nov 4, 2021

Everything already belongs to God. What do we give in return and with what attitude do we give?

Everything – Mark 12: 38 - 44 Intro: You may know who Vincent Van Gogh is; but, did you know that he had a dizzy aunt named Verti Gogh? He had a magician uncle named Where Diddy Gogh? His Mexican uncle was name A Mee Gogh. His rock star cousin was named Ring Gogh. He had another uncle who ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-44

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sarah

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Dec 1, 2021

What does the Bible tell us about Sarah, wife of Abraham, mother of Isaac?

Genesis 17:15-21 Verses 15-16 And God said to Abraham, As for Sarai your wife, you shall not call her name Sarai, but Sarah shall her name be. And I will bless her, and give you a son also of her: yea, I will bless her, and she shall be a mother of nations; kings of people shall be of her. God ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:15-21, Genesis 18:9-15, Genesis 21:1-7, 1 Peter 3:1-6, Hebrews 11:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

G.o.a.t: Greatest Of All Time

Contributed by Kenneth R. Jenkins on Dec 7, 2021

“If my people who are called by name humble themselves...."

Just for a little while, I want you think with me on this thought,” G.O.A.T: Greatest of All Time”. When I hear the words, “Greatest of All Time”, I think of Muhammad Ali, when he was first Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr. after beating Sonny Liston at Miami Beach back in 1964. That’s when Clay said ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Malachi Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 3, 2022

A century after the Jews returned to their homeland; many became complacent and less devoted to the Lord. The Lord addressed the Jews' declining commitment to God through the prophet Malachi.

Malachi This Introduction to the Book of Malachi has five sections: 1. Why study this book? 2. Who wrote this book? 3. When and where was it written? 4. What are some distinctive features of this book? 5. Outline Section 1. Why study this book? A century after the Jews returned to their ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Embrace The Mission!

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 2, 2016

Here are six qualities of those who are willing to embrace the mission of Christ to bring the gospel to the world!

Embrace the Mission Luke 10:1-11, 16-20 Introduction The spread of the Gospel Message in the first century is amazing. From 12 apostles to limited commission … to the day of Pentecost… The Kingdom is a grass-roots effort. Even today with all of our mass-media abilities, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

But God Raised Him From The Dead Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on May 26, 2019

Resurrection Day - but God Message

…but God… Part 7 But God Raised Him From The Dead Acts 13:30 Part One: Friday, The Crucifixion – Man at his worst! 1. Judas betrayed Him. {Luke 22:3-4, 47-48} Luke 22:3 Then entered Satan into Judas surnamed Iscariot, being of the number of the twelve. Luke 22:4 And he went his way, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:30

Denomination: Baptist

According To Promise Heirs

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 15, 2019

The radical unity of those who are in Christ Jesus. Their oneness in Christ. Their spiritual inheritance.

ACCORDING TO PROMISE HEIRS. Galatians 3:23-29. The closing paragraph of this chapter is leading to a triumphant conclusion: literally, “If ye are Christ’s, then Abraham’s seed ye are, and according to promise heirs” (Galatians 3:29). This explains the radical unity here: again literally, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:23-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let Down Your Nets

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 5, 2019

Do we experience Jesus while we’re working? Are we ready for church growth? Do we see daily miracles? Let’s find out in Luke 5:1-11.

Do we experience Jesus while we’re working? Are we ready for church growth? Do we see daily miracles? Let’s find out in Luke 5:1-11. Luke 5:1-2 “Now it happened that while the crowd was pressing around Him and listening to the word of God, He was standing by the lake of Gennesaret; and He saw two ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Bible Is Autoreactive And Inerrant Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 6, 2019

Jesus believed in the authority of Scripture

A. JESUS BELIEVED IN THE AUTHORITY OF SCRIPTURE 1. Because Jesus is God, He has always known Scripture. “My word is forever settled in heaven” (Ps. 119:89, BBJ). 2. Jesus, along with the Father and Holy Spirit, gave the Scriptures to Old Testament writers. “No word of prophecy was written by ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:89, 2 Peter 1:21

Denomination: Baptist

"keys To Victory"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 9, 2019

The key to win Super Bowl.

“Key To Victory” Luke 4:21-30 1. In order to win today I think Trust is important • Each quarterback Tom Brady and Jared Golf has to trust offensive line to block so they can step up into the pocket, trust receivers to catch the ball, trust the system, Game plan • In today’s reading the people ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:21-30

Denomination: Methodist