Sermons on Meaningless Wandering:

Acts 17, The Gospel Travels Series

Contributed by Shaun Smith on Aug 28, 2025

The gospel changes lives wherever it goes and on Paul’s 2nd Missionary journey we see even more evidence of this; and More resistance to the Mission As Paul wandered the streets, waiting for Timothy and Silas to join him, he was “deeply troubled” by what he saw. -. 30,000 statues, 10,000 people

The Gospel Travels ________________________________________ Introduction The gospel changes lives wherever it goes and on Paul’s 2nd Missionary journey we see even more evidence of this; and More resistance to the Mission Quick update on Paul’s travels since chapter 13: - In Acts 9:16 Jesus told ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34, John 14:21, Acts 9:16

We Have Access Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

While the Crucifixion of Christ allowed for forgiveness of our sins, the Resurrection serves as our entrance into Heaven. We all have a choice to make in this life. Will we follow Jesus Christ to wherever He may lead us? Or, will we try to do things the world’s way, chasing after meaningless, temporary and empty satisfaction for only a few, short years? The Resurrection calls us to have an Eternal perspective.

Today, we're gonna talk about the Resurrection of Jesus. That's the event we celebrate on Easter. But before we dive in, let me show you something cool. See this locked box? Imagine all the awesome stuff inside, but we can't get to it because it's locked. Bummer, right? Well, Jesus is like the key ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23

Topics: Resurrection Power, Eternal Life, Jesus' Sacrifice, Heavenly Access

Sin That Crouched At The Door Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 19, 2023

Why would Cain kill Abel, and what can we learn from his failure?

Years ago when I was at Purdue I decided to read the Bible for myself. So, I bought myself a Bible Commentary, and a Bible Dictionary, and I made a deal with God: I told Him I’d read everything but the poetry, the prophecy, and the “who-begat-whos.” I set my Bible and study books out where I ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Word To The Wise On Finding Your Way Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 30, 2013

One man once asked a number of important men: "What is the meaning of life", and nobody seemed to have an answer. But Proverbs 16 does. What does this passage tell us about living a life that is fulfilling and filled with God's blessings?

OPEN: I’d like you to sing the first verse of Amazing Grace with me: Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound That saved a wretch like me I once was lost, but now am found Was blind, but now I see. This morning, I want to focus on one phrase in that great hymn: I once was lost, but now I’m ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God The Creator Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 23, 2014

Genesis begins "In the beginning God..." What does that mean for us, and what does rest of the first chapter mean for our lives?

OPEN: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28sqs5H5hao (It’s a video “Creation Calls” by Brian Doerksen. I immediately followed video with quote by Abraham Lincoln and then immediately began to read from the entire chapter of Genesis 1) Abraham Lincoln once said: “I never behold ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31, Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Parables Of The Kingdom – The First - The Sower Or Rather The Soil – Part 4 Of 5 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 1, 2025

We are studying the third soil in the Parable of the Sower and now consider the reasons why the good seed gets choked by thorns. How many of us know someone who walked as a strong Christian but just departed the faith? It is a complex matter and we try to see why that happens.

PARABLES OF THE KINGDOM – THE FIRST - THE SOWER OR RATHER THE SOIL – Part 4 of 5 In the last message we did the seed that fell on the rocky soil, and we also did some of the seed that was choked by thorns. We will finish that choked seed this time. Let us revise the relevant verses from last ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:14, Matthew 13:7, Matthew 13:22, Mark 4:18-19, Matthew 11:28-29, Matthew 6:31-33, Matthew 6:34, 1 Timothy 6:9-11, Proverbs 21:17, Matthew 16:26, Philippians 4:11, Colossians 4:14, 2 Timothy 4:10, 1 Timothy 6:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Boredom On The Job Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 13, 2015

Boredom is a constant complaint of many workers, but Solomon points to the one thing that can turn the emptiness of the workplace into a powerful tool for our faith. What is this "one thing" that can makes such a big difference for us?

Back in 2009, a 16-year-old British girl was fired from her office job because her manager saw - on Facebook - that she had said her job was “boring”. She was called into her manager's office and given the following letter: “Following your comments made on Facebook... we feel it ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:17-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life On The Cross

Contributed by Chris Thron on Oct 18, 2000

How can the modern professional cope with the overwhelming sense of emptiness and irrelevance?

Faced with the challenge of Corinth, Paul rolled up his sleeves and got right down to basics. He determined to put aside all other practical and doctrinal issues and focused entirely on Jesus Christ and Him crucified. But why does Paul mention ’Him crucified’, and not ’Him resurrected’? Because ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ways To Ruin Your Witness

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 30, 2002

The things we do in life can cause us to loose what we are trying to gain, a witness

Ways To Ruin Your Witness I Timothy 1:3-7 Introduction Wilkensburgh CC team Purpose/direction: To pursuit the commands and teachings of God and not to stray from them. Background: 1. Ephesus was the chief city in Asia Minor 2. Center of trade 3. Magic was a common practice in Ephesus Where I am ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:3-7

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Chief Shepherd Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 24, 2004

This is the 20th study in the study "The Hebrew Hymnal".

Series: The Hebrew Hymnal (Psalms) HYMN #23: THE CHIEF SHEPHERD Psalm 23 This psalm has probably been read and studied more than any other psalm. Let us be reminded about who our Shepherd is what He does for His sheep. Psalms 23:1 He Is A Personal Shepherd The word “my” is the most ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Long Empty Prayers Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 28, 2016

Among the religious there is often a tendency toward long prayers, particularly in public. Too often people measure prayer by its fluency and length, thinking that length means devotion.

Introduction A. Brother Dave Said that some people believe that prayer ain’t nowhere and meditation is a stroke. But, beloved, prayer is asking for it and meditation is waiting. 1. Turn to Ecclesiastes 5:2 B. Among the religious there is often a tendency toward long prayers, particularly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

New Years Resolutions

Contributed by Eric Grenier on Dec 19, 2017

A brief look at determining to Trust and Fear (respect) God over the New Year

I. We Should Trust God. A. We should trust Him completely. B. We should not depend on us. C. We must seek His Will. D. We must follow His Path. II. We should Fear God. A. Fear — means to have unlimited respect, awe and reverence B. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sure Could Use Some Good News Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Feb 10, 2008

The first on Romans - about the Good News of Jesus

Romans – God’s Glorious Gospel “Sure Could Use Good News” Romans 1:1-7 * The pop singer, Anne Murray, recorded a song which said, “Sure could use, a little good news today.” I don’t know about you, but surely is a truism for me. You see, we live in a world which is inundated with bad news. Read ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Getting To Know God - Part 6 - The God Of Peace Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Oct 19, 2019

Jehovah-Shalom; God is Peace. Do we have God's kind of peace in our lives or are we settling for something less? God's peace is bestowed not earned. The saying, "No Jesus, No Peace; Know Jesus, Know Peace" may seem like a bumper sticker slogan but there is truth in it!

Getting To Know God - Part 6 - The God of Peace Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … Jude 1:24-25 “To Him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you before His glorious presence without fault and with great joy – “To the only God our Savior be glory, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-30, Psalm 4:8, Isaiah 26:3, 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24, 1 Kings 10:18-22, John 16:33, Galatians 5:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Dust In The Wind

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 22, 2013

Only the Christian message gives meaning to life

Dust in the Wind? Ecclesiastes 1:1-7 “Dust in the wind. All we are is dust in the wind.” These lyrics were sung by a seventies rock group called Kansas. If one were to examine all of the lyrics of the song, he or she would find them to be both cynical and depressing. They smell of ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible