Sermons on May:

Prodigality, Love And Grace Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Mar 5, 2016

A few details of this beautiful parable that we may miss or take for granted because we think the story is so familiar.

The so-called parable of the prodigal son is one of the—if not the—most beautiful stories in the whole Bible. God, it is pointed out, is like the father in the story. The beauty and power of this story is made very clear in the description and actions of the father. One of the dangers ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Lutheran

Just A Little While

Contributed by Craig Benner on Aug 1, 2017

Can you measure a "little while"? Your idea of that time frame may be different than what God considers.

A Little While John 16:16-19 ¶ A little while, and ye shall not see me: and again, a little while, and ye shall see me, because I go to the Father. Then said some of his disciples among themselves, What is this that he saith unto us, A little while, and ye shall not see me: and again, a little ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Eyes Are On You

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Apr 3, 2016

A final sermon to a congregation at my retirement. This may help fellow-pastors who need to construct a last, parting message.

I have served as your 14th pastor, and I'm retiring again after 17 years here in Saugus. I'm retiring just as I did after 25 years as an Army Chaplain--with fond memories and no regrets. This is all to the glory of God. Our choir sang “To God be the Glory,” which was sung at my ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-12

Denomination: Congregational

Amen Pass The Ham

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 31, 2020

Good things may come to those who wait, but the best things come when we wait with patience on God.

Amen! Pass the Ham! 2 Peter 1:6  And to knowledge temperance; and to temperance patience; and to patience godliness; James 1:4  But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing. James ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:6, James 1:4, James 5:7, James 5:10, Hebrews 10:36, Galatians 6:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Everybody Has A Part Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 10, 2021

Everybody Has a Part Series: When It’s Time to Move FORWARD Brad Bailey, May 16, 2021

Everybody Has a Part Series: When It’s Time to Move FORWARD Brad Bailey, May 16, 2021 Intro Welcome… new and old alike. I am so glad that you are connecting... as I believe it is such a significant time to be coming together... whether in-person or online…as we are in a unique and extended season ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Personal Appearance Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 20, 2022

Spending time with Jesus everyday gives us the spiritual energy to face anything our day may throw at us.

PERSONAL APPEARANCE Text: Lk. 24:35-49 Introduction 1. Illustration: It has been my great pleasure over the years to meet many of my heroes. I’ve met some famous preachers like Jim Cymbala and Alistar Begg. But my favorite of course was meeting my guitar hero Phil Keaggy. His band the Glass Harp ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:35-49

Denomination: Methodist

Life Lessons From Lazarus' Miracle SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

There are valuable life lessons we can extract from the story of Lazarus' resurrection that may not have been apparent before.

During the Sundays in Lent, we have explored various memorable events and characters from the Bible. Today, we delve into one of the most well-known stories in the Bible: the raising of Lazarus. This story holds valuable lessons that can benefit us all, regardless of our circumstances. Let us ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Topics: Miracles Of Jesus, Life Lessons

Divine Strategies For Victory Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 6, 2025

God’s ways may not make sense to human reasoning, but they are always sure paths to victory when obeyed completely.

DIVINE STRATEGIES FOR VICTORY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joshua 6:1-5 Key Verse: “And the Lord said unto Joshua, See, I have given into thine hand Jericho, and the king thereof, and the mighty men of valour.” (Joshua 6:2, KJV) Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:5-6; Isaiah 55:8-9; 2 ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Preaching Of Cross Is Foolishness To Those Who Perish Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 15, 2025

To those who don't know Christ, the message of salvation through a crucified Savior may seem absurd.

For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to those who are being saved, it is the power of God. - 1 Corinthians 1:18 The cross, a symbol of shame and weakness to the world, has become the cornerstone of Christianity. To those who don't know Christ, the message ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:28

Wrong Way-Right Way

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 2, 2024

The bible tells us that if man tries to choose the way to get to heaven, it may end up being the wrong way.

Today I have a very simple lesson. It may be simple to most of us, but to someone who has never heard the message of salvation, it may not be that simple. I want to talk about the wrong way and the right way today. Read Proverbs 14:12. So the bible tells us that if man tries to choose the way ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:12, John 14:6

Denomination: Baptist

Are We Out There?

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jun 5, 2024

The text shares that Jesus may be crazy, insane, out there. I think Jesus wants us to be out there to.

Are We out there? Mark 3:20-35 Today text we have another idea about Jesus is He is out there? Is he crazy, Is he mad is he insane? 1. Whether he is crazy or not Jesus’s popularity keeps growing 20Then Jesus entered a house, and again a crowd gathered, so that he and his disciples were not even ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-32

Denomination: Methodist

The God Who Gives Peace In Chaos Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 16, 2025

No matter the storms that may be raging in your life today, the God of peace is able to calm them and give you rest.

THE GOD WHO GIVES PEACE IN CHAOS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 4:35-41 Supporting Texts: Philippians 4:6-7, Isaiah 26:3, John 14:27, Psalm 46:1-3, 2 Thessalonians 3:16 INTRODUCTION: We live in a world full of turbulence, confusion, and uncertainties. At times, it seems as though storms ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Great Mercy: Elizabeth's Story

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 30, 2025

Elizabeth’s story is a testimony that God never forgets His own. His mercy may delay, but it will never be denied.

GREAT MERCY: ELIZABETH'S STORY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 1:5-25 Supporting Texts: Genesis 18:10-14, Psalm 136:1, Lamentations 3:22-23, Ephesians 2:4-5, Hebrews 4:16 INTRODUCTION The story of Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist, is a powerful testimony of God's great ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Are You Running From?

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Apr 24, 2025

Mercy and goodness may be the sheepdogs of God, snapping at our heels to turn us back into following the shepherd into the pastures of life.

Do any of you remember the movie The Fugitive, with Harrison Ford? I saw it again just recently. He does a fantastic job of showing the stress of being hunted. One twitch in a cheek muscle and boom! you're right there with him, forgetting to breathe, the adrenalin shooting through your system, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Rejoicing In Faith

Contributed by Arlen Payne on May 3, 2025

Even though you may be going through a trial of some kind, you can rejoice in the assurance of your salvation.

Rejoicing in Faith 1 Peter 1:3-9 Intro. Peter was writing to “strangers” who were scattered throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia. Vs. 1:1 These were people who had left Jerusalem because of the persecution that had come there. Peter begins by encouraging ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9, James 1:2-4

Denomination: Baptist