Sermons on Mans Plight:

When The Fish Went Manning Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 6, 2004

This is #2 of 4 on the book of Jonah. Pain gets our attention. I orginially wrote this in 1999. I cannot remember where I got some of my material to give proper credit.

INTRODUCTION  In the movie Pinocchio a kindly woodcutter named Geppetto is swallowed by a whale named Monstro. Inside the dark, damp belly of the whale, Geppetto sits for what seems like an eternity. Then one day the whale violently coughs, and the woodcutter is expelled from his watery ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When The Fish Went Manning Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 25, 2008

Jonah had a heart problem and it took a weird ordeal to get him on the right track

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • In the movie Pinocchio a kindly woodcutter named Geppetto is swallowed by a whale named Monstro. Inside the dark, damp belly of the whale, Geppetto sits for what seems like an eternity. Then one day the whale violently coughs, and the woodcutter is expelled from his watery ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Little Man; Big Heart Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Jan 29, 2004

Zaccheus’ attitude toward money completely changed when Jesus found him up a tree.

The owner of a fitness center was offering $1,000 to anyone who was stronger than he was. He would squeeze a lemon dry, and then hand the lemon to anyone who wished to challenge him. Anyone who could squeeze just one more drop out would win the money. Many strong people tried, but nobody ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Brethren

When Hurts Run Deep Series

Contributed by Steven Platt on Oct 29, 2002

Sermon based upon the book of Philemon. Illustrates the plight of Philemon to forgive Onesimus and how Paul aided in the process.

Read the Book of Philemon I Onesimus A. Name means "Useful" - But wasn’t very useful B. Slave of Philemon 1. Unlike slaves in America 2. Slaves were more like employees 3. Often were paid C. Caused Philemon to lose some money 1. Criminal intent - Money ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Break Free From The Past

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 29, 2022

Paul explains true Christian behavior. The old nature is dead. We are to accept Jesus as our Savior and put on the new nature. When we let Christ in our hearts, He changes us into what we should be.

Look Up: In verses 1-4: “For ye are dead.” Simply put, we died. We should have little desire for this world and what it has to offer. Our old nature has been removed. We that have been born again are dead to sin; its dominion has been broken. Our real home is in Heaven with Jesus. -- John ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Man Of Sin And The Second Coming. Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 7, 2021

The fact that Christians fall for so much makes it clear why all the warnings are in the Bible to be cautious in following any other authority than the Word of God. There is no other foundation which is safe, for even the most godly and intelligent have demonstrated their ability to be deceived.

Christians have not been the least among the gullible who have fallen for all kinds of gimmicks. One could write a lengthy history on the nonsense of the way Christians have been duped. A man in Fort Worth, Texas is giving away flat gold plated two inch nails. All you have to do is pound it in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:3-4

When Love Crosses Every Bridge Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Sep 19, 2025

Every day we choose whether to build bridges or walls.

Title: When Love Crosses Every Bridge Intro: Every day we choose whether to build bridges or walls. Scripture: Luke 16:19-31 Reflection Dear Friends, There is something about a story that changes us. Jesus knew this. He told stories that would lodge themselves deep in our hearts, stories ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Other

A Very Frightening Reading About Hell, How Then To We Avoid It.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Sep 28, 2025

No matter where we are in our spiritual journey, this parable will quickly return us to earth with a bang. Let us remind ourself of our duty to God and our fellow man.

Introduction: “This is a frightening reading” What a horrible, and frightening reading that was. For me, this is one of the worst passages in the whole bible, partly because we do not understand it in full, and partly because we do. … No matter where we are in our spiritual journey with the Lord, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31, 1 Timothy 6:6-19

Denomination: Episcopal

Will The Son Of Man Find Faith Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 11, 2007

On this Intrernational Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, when Jesus comes, will He find faith on the earth?

When the Son of Man Comes, Will He Find Faith on the Earth? Luke 18:8 Rev. Brian Bill 11/11/07 Today is Veteran’s Day. Could I ask those of you who have served our country to please stand? Some of you have a son or daughter or spouse or parent in the service right now. Could you please stand ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Man’s Reality Is Restricted To A Dot In The Universe

Contributed by James Linders on Sep 15, 2015

From the beginning of time man wanted to know where he came from and WHO he was. He refused to accept God's way because HIS reality differred from his creator's. Through the ages he was like a blind man, who was struggling to find the light switch.

Over millennium man has asked the question: “WHO am I. WHERE did I come from?” Man’s perception of reality as HE knows it, is restricted to a dotted space in the VAST universe. It starts with a beginning (The present) and has an end (The future). He is conceived as a biological ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Tasted Death For Us Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 29, 2018

Part of what heaven will be like for us will be a restoration of authority over God's creation of a new heaven and a new earth.

INTRODUCTION The Book of Hebrews is all about Jesus. From chapter one all the way through chapter thirteen there is a radical focus on Jesus. Hebrews is a study of Jesusology. I just made that word up. I think we should all strive to major in Jesusology. The theme of the book is “Eyes on Jesus.” ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

If I Were A Rich Man Series

Contributed by Michael Karpf on Feb 20, 2009

A warning against the dangers of riches; they are temporal and instead of hoarding them, we need to use them in furthering God’s kingdom.

IF I WERE A RICH MAN James 5:1-6 This past week I was reminded of what I shared with you last week about making plans and not consulting God. It’s important to remember that if God wills our plans will come to pass. And we need to trust Him to bring them to pass and if our plans are not His will ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Basic Training: Man Is A Sinner Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jan 8, 2005

This is the 2nd of a 5 part series on basic bible doctrines for our new congregation. (New Church Plant as of 4-6-03)

BASIC TRAINING: MAN IS A SINNER Romans 3:9-18, 21-23 The Drama mentioned in this sermon is entitled "Man of the Year" and can be obtained from www.willowdrama.com) INTRODUCTION: Have you ever seen what happens to some animals after they are all cleaned up? When I was in high school I helped ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-28

Denomination: Christian Church

Choose Your Destiny : Man’s Amazing Power Of Choice

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jan 16, 2003

1.RELIGION VS RELATIONSHIP 2.REASON VS REVELATION 3.RESISTANCE VS REPENTANCE 4.REPROBATION VS REFORMATION 5.RENUNCIATION VS RESOLUTION 6.REGRET VS REJOICING 7.RETRIBUTION VS REWARD

CHOOSE YOUR DESTINY : MAN’S AMAZING POWER OF CHOICE ****************************************************************************** OUTLINE 1.RELIGION VS RELATIONSHIP 2.REASON VS REVELATION 3.RESISTANCE VS REPENTANCE 4.REPROBATION VS REFORMATION 5.RENUNCIATION ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1-68

Denomination: Pentecostal

Man’s Fickleness And God’s Faithfulness - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Dec 7, 2009

Isaiah’s description of the "Day of the Lord" reveals God’s Faithfulness to His people.

Although I am going to return to the book of Isaiah over the next few weeks for some other purposes, we’re going to wrap up our look at the “Day of the Lord” in Isaiah this morning in chapters 65 and 66. This is the continuation of the message that I began last week, so I’ll begin by briefly ...read more

Denomination: Baptist