Sermons on Meaningless Wandering:

Widow's Mite (Revised)

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Sep 17, 2018

God wants us to help those with the fewest of resources, to learn from them and we get blessed.

32B Fr. John Haughey, S.J., notes that Jesus, who spoke Aramaic, has an interesting word for money: mammon, which means “that in which you put your trust." Some people put their trust in their money, others in their looks, others in their muscles, their brains, their careers, house or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:10-16, Mark 12:38-44

Denomination: Catholic

Don't Give Up...great Things Take Time

Contributed by John Daniel Johnson on Sep 30, 2018

True believers can't give up. That what we feel is a setback is only a setup for the Savior to step through. Don't give up...great things take time!

Scripture Reference: Psalm 137:1-4 Preached at Mount Zion Baptist Church on June 10, 2018 Delivered by Rev. John Daniel Johnson Introduction: Israel had been in captivity as slave in Egypt. After nearly 400 years of captivity, they were allowed to leave and follow Moses to the Promised Land of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Revival (Section 6) Prevailing Prayer (From Charles Finney’s Lectures) Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 28, 2019

The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.

Revival (Section 6) PREVAILING PRAYER (From Charles Finney’s Lectures) Introduction: James 5:16 The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much. There are two kinds of means requisite to promote a revival: the one to influence men, the other to influence God. The truth is ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16, Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Is Moving

Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 8, 2019

Why do you have to run in mad circles when the God you serve keeps moving 24/7?

Moving 24/7 1 Samuel 5:4”….when they arose early the next morning, behold, Dagon had fallen on his face to the ground before the ark of the LORD.” Why do you have to run in mad circles when the God you serve keeps moving 24/7? You know what, if you get this straight into your heart and head then ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 5:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Scourge Of The Strong Man

Contributed by Babatunmishe Oke on Apr 3, 2021

There is an entity in the bible known as the strongman. This entity is any powerful negative spiritual system whose assignment is to thwarts the Lord’s plan and purpose for your life in any situation.

THE SCOURGE OF THE STRONG MAN There is an entity in the bible known as the strongman. This entity is any powerful negative spiritual system whose assignment is to thwarts the Lord’s plan and purpose for your life in any situation. Ultimately, we are made to understand via the parable of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:21-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Listen To My Voice Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Apr 25, 2021

The real question for us today is not, “Will God speak to me, to us today?” Instead, will we listen for that voice that is speaking? Jesus doesn’t say, “Listen and maybe I’ll have something to say.”

On this Fourth Sunday of Easter as you look at the lectionary the gospel lesson shifts from historical recounting of the events following to resurrection to Christological reflection. The goal is to assist us as we, like Mary and the disciples, seek to understand what happened and is happening to ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: United Methodist

Exoneration, Why And How?

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Feb 13, 2021

Starts off with David, Bathsheba and Nathan. Then moves to Romans and tell how we are exonerated and why and how to receive salvation.

Illustration: Forgive others not because they deserve forgiveness but because you deserve peace. Jonathan Lockwood Hule For the choir director: A psalm of David, regarding the time Nathan the prophet came to him after David had committed adultery with Bathsheba. -David sent his Army’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Jewish Roots Of The Lord’s Supper

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 2, 2021

The Lord’s Supper is rich with meaning, but best understood in its original context. We can move in that direction by looking at the Jewish Roots of this meaningful ritual.

The Jewish Roots of the Lord’s Supper (I Corinthians 10:1-5 and chapter 11:23, 26, passim) 1. A minister decided that a visual demonstration would add emphasis to his Sunday sermon. Four worms were placed into four separate jars: The first worm was put into a container of alcohol. The second worm ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-5, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

End Of The Year 2020 Reflection

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Dec 30, 2020

2020 will be remembered as one of the most challenging years for many people. But God has been faithful to us. He never leaves us nor forsakes us (Hebrews 13:5). Therefore, like Moses, we can also say, "Lord, you have been our dwelling place throughout all generations." (Psalm 90:1).

Soon we will leave 2020 and enter 2021. For many people, 2020 has been a hard and challenging year. Covid-19 has infected millions of victims. The latest data shows Cases: 81.5M, Recovered: 46.1M, Deaths: 1.78M. Many people lost their parents, spouses, children, relatives, or friends this year due ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-12, Hebrews 13:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

For What Reason Cain Killed Abel, Questions And Answers?

Contributed by Vagner Souza on Oct 18, 2018

Why Cain killed Abel? Answer: For anger and envy, this is what we find to meditate in the Scriptures. But let's look at other questions and biblical answers about these two biblical characters, to then understand and better understand the biblical texts.

Why Cain killed Abel? Answer: For anger and envy, this is what we find to meditate in the Scriptures. But let's look at other questions and biblical answers about these two biblical characters, to then understand and better understand the biblical texts. The best way to learn the Scriptures is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:4

Denomination: *other

Choosing The Way Of Christ Over Worldly Goods.

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 24, 2022

The challenge of our Christian calling is to recognize the goodness of creation without building wealth, power and honor into a false god that lures us into worship.

Twenty-sixth Sunday in Course 2022 It’s difficult for most folks in North America, especially those who aren’t fluent in several languages, to understand the full intent of the first word of our first reading today. The English has “Woe to those who are at ease in Zion, and to those who feel ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31, 1 Timothy 6:11-16, Psalm 146:7-10, Amos 6:1-7

Denomination: Catholic

The Will Of God

Contributed by Larry Grant on Oct 2, 2022

As Paul writes to the Thessalonians, he tells them in no uncertain terms exactly how the Lord intends for every child of God to live his life, “for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”

1 Thessalonians 5:14-18 The Will of God October 2, 2022 As Paul writes to the Thessalonians, he tells them in no uncertain terms exactly how the Lord intends for every child of God to live his life, “for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” I. The Patient - Be Patient Toward All Men ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

How Can We Be Blessed?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 14, 2023

To be blessed is to have been brought contentment or good fortune. So what is "to be blessed" to us?

Undoubtedly everyone has heard the story of Jabez. There have been countless sermons, articles, opinions stated, and books covering the topic of the prayer of Jabez. I did not intend to add to that list, but as I was researching for a sermon out of the book of First Chronicles, I landed upon this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Encounter With God

Contributed by Samuel M on Dec 29, 2023

When the Prophet Isaiah encountered God, he had to repent of only one type of sin – Unclean lips. For us, when we encounter God, how many sins would we need to repent before God. It can easily be many sins which we can mention like an essay.

Woe is me, for I am undone! Because I am a man of unclean lips - Isaiah 6:5 When the Prophet Isaiah encountered God, he had to repent of only one type of sin – Unclean lips. For us, when we encounter God, how many sins would we need to repent before God. It can easily be many sins which we can ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:5

Oh, To Be Blessed

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 4, 2022

Undoubtedly everyone has heard the story of Jabez. We are not told anything remarkable about Jabez other than that he prayed. The only way for anyone to be truly great is by seeking God's will, and to do that one must pray earnestly and fervently.

Undoubtedly everyone has heard the story of Jabez. There have been countless sermons, articles, opinions stated, and books covering the topic of the prayer of Jabez. I am not wanting to add to that list but as I was researching for a sermon out of the book of 1 Chronicles, I landed upon this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible