Sermons on Meaningful Existence:

The Sin Of Ingratitude - Sermon By Pastor Joseph Ondu

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on May 4, 2023

We are living in a generation of ingratitude. People take gratefulness for granted. Are we raising an ungrateful generation? Are we moving from a grateful generation to the entitled generation?

Phil 4:6 Introduction Gratitude is defined as a positive emotional reaction that serves a biological purpose. It’s the appreciation of the valuable and meaningful things in our lives There are sin that we do by action are know as the sin of commission while there are other sins we do by not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:17-18, James 4:17, 2 Timothy 3:1-4, Romans 1:21, Isaiah 42:8, Luke 12:13-21, Numbers 14:2-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Heart Is A Heavy Weight: Learning To Grieve Well Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Dec 29, 2025

This is the fourth talk in a course called "Trauma and Transformation, Level 2". This advanced course takes a bio-psycho-socio-spiritual approach to healing. Both Christians and non-Christians are in attendance, so the homily is presented with that in mind.

Grief. it is not a thing we like to think about, it is not something that we very commonly talk about, even with those that are closest to us. And that is because grief is so incredibly difficult. It is an agonizing emotion to deal with. to deal with loss of any kind. Grief is the anguish ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:3, Psalm 34:18, Isaiah 43:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On Fire & Family Traditions

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 16, 2024

Tradition is defined as the transmission of customs or beliefs from generation to generation, or the fact of being passed on in this way.

Gustav Mahler, a Bohemia-born composer once remarked: “Tradition is not the worship of ashes, but the preservation of fire.” Mark 7:8-9 reminds us: “You leave the commandment of God and hold to the tradition of men.” And he said to them, “You have a fine way of rejecting the commandment of God in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5, Ephesians 6:4, Psalm 104:4, Luke 12:49

A Road To Somewhere PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

To explore the concept of living with purpose, using the story of the Road to Emmaus from the Gospel of Luke as a guide, and viewing each day as a new beginning.

Good Morning, Church! Today, we'll be journeying together on the road to somewhere. We'll be exploring the idea of living with purpose, through the lens of a fascinating passage from the Gospel of Luke, specifically, Luke 24:13-35. I think John Piper puts it best when he says, "God created me—and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Topics: Purposeful Walk

Traditions Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 24, 2012

Rituals and traditions nurture of faith and prepare us for the coming of Jesus so that we can in turn prepare the world for Jesus' coming.

Luke 24:28-35 “Traditions” INTRODUCTION During this season of Advent, we continue to focus on how we prepare ourselves, for the coming of Jesus, so that we can prepare the world. We have talked about caring conversations, spiritual disciplines, and service. Today we are going to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:28-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Do Have Religion Or Relationship?

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Nov 18, 2002

This message examines the dangers of just going through the motions of religion without any relationship with the Lord.

Apr-01 Revised Nov-02 DO YOU HAVE RELIGION OR RELATIONSHIP? 2 TIMOTHY 4:3-5 Our text paints for us what I believe is a very accurate picture of the times that we live in… It gives us an example of what we are seeing everyday around us… Even though Paul here is specifically speaking to Timothy, a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:3-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Steps For Exercising The Gifts Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 27, 2009

Sometimes we are reluctant to know our gifts. Moses was pulling back from using the gifts God had given him not realizing that God had already given him all he needed. Are we obedient to God so that He can use us as a perfect vessel for His glory?

Opening illustration: Have you ever felt torn in two or more directions when considering how to serve in your church or what job to take? Since you probably can’t do everything you’re asked to do, how do you decide which opportunities for service are best suited for you? Many will be able to relate ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Fourfold Gospel Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 3, 2009

This message is a part of a series that surveys the entire Bible. It is based upon the study guide from an older Chuck Swindoll series. This message surveys Matthew-John.

Why are there four Gospels? They all say the same thing don’t they? All four of the Gospel writers paint a detailed portrait of Jesus, but each writes from a unique perspective. It could be said that if we put all four of the Gospels together, we would have a more complete picture of Jesus. Some ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Usps Selling The Faith

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Aug 12, 2018

We have many opportunities to 'sell' the faith that we are Christians but often do not take advantage of them. Unique Selling Points as used by those involved in marketing and advertising could help us to be more proactive in sharing our faith with others

Selling the Faith I had the pleasure of being involved in a course called Faith Pictures and the 1st session was all about opening the conversation, and started with a video about a conversation 2 ladies were having on a bus. Its our grandson’s Christening on Sunday to which the other commented, ...read more

Jesus, The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Craig Condon on Feb 10, 2015

Jesus does not protect those he loves from bad things happening, but uses bad things to fulfill his plans for our lives. When we suffer, he is glad not because we are suffering, but because through suffering we have the chance to grow in faith.

A mother was once asked by a census-taker how many children she had. She replied, “Well, there’s Billy and Harry and Martha and…”. “Never mind the names,” the man interrupted, “Just give me the numbers”. The mother angrily replied, “They ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Anglican

The Lord Of The Joy

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 17, 2014

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Lord of the Joy John 16:19-22 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/LordOfTheJoy.html How many here are saved? How many here have joy? It should be the same exact crowd. A joyless Christian ought to be a contradiction in terms...an oxymoron. [Read text] How many know about the sorrow of v. 21? [Guys, ...read more

Scripture: John 16:19-22

Denomination: Baptist

Steps For Exercising The Gifts Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

We should make sure they are from the Holy Spirit and not our own will and determination. If we don’t have the fruit of the Spirit, but have the fruit of the flesh, then we really need to question, the source of our “gift.”

Opening illustration: Have you ever felt torn in two or more directions when considering how to serve in your church or what job to take? Since you probably can’t do everything you’re asked to do, how do you decide which opportunities for service are best suited for you? Many will be able to relate ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Togetherness With God - Togetherness Wtih Each Other

Contributed by Don Schultz on Apr 11, 2002

How to have fellowship with others? The key is to first have a real fellowship with God.

Acts 2:36-47: TOGETHERNESS WITH GOD, TOGETHERNESS WITH EACH OTHER A few years ago I was in California, and I was walking down the street of one of those old western towns. Old buildings were on each side of me – the old bank, old stores, old homes – you could see where people used to live and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-47

Denomination: Lutheran

The Meaning Of Passover Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Sep 15, 2021

Passover: The origin of the Lord’s Supper is Passover. This holy day reminds us of all the Lord has done by freeing us from the bondage of sin and bringing us into the Promised Land of eternal life in Christ Jesus.

Next week is Easter, and since it falls on the first of the quarter this year we will partake of the Lord’s Supper on Easter morning. Tonight we will, in a manner of sorts, be observing Communion with what is called a Passover Meal. Now, the origin of the Lord’s Supper just so happens to be the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

How To Bless Your Kids

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Feb 20, 2008

Another message about how to be Christlike to your kids.

How to Bless Your Kids Matthew 19:13-15 February 10, 2008 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT USED IN MY MESSAGES IS BORROWED FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: I’ve mentioned in the past how much my father’s acceptance means to me. Even though I’m in my 40’s with children ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:13-15

Denomination: Wesleyan