Sermons on Modeling Christ:

Who Am I?

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Aug 26, 2019

This message shares the incredible love of God for each of his children. Psalm 139 is a love song to God written by King David.

Subject; How does Father God regard his children? Complement: he can’t take his mind off of us! Big idea: the most important person in all the universe is each of us. Sticky Big Idea: God loves each of us as if we were his only child. In 2002 Richard Van Phram (62) (Viet Nam immigrant)… ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Remember God's Goodness Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 3, 2019

The Feast of Purim was instituted to remember God's deliverance of His people, for the generation that was saved, as well as for the generations to come.

We have come a long way through the book of Esther. • Against all odds, and through a set of amazing and miraculous twists, Esther and Mordecai achieved the mission – the mission of God, actually - to save their people from certain annihilation. • It was successful because God has a hand in it. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:21-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

To How We Live Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Sep 14, 2019

Get up…eat breakfast…head to work…work all day… return home…eat some supper…watch a little tv…go to bed… and then repeat those same steps tomorrow.

INTRODUCTION: Get up…eat breakfast…head to work…work all day… return home…eat some supper…watch a little tv…go to bed… and then repeat those same steps tomorrow. Some of us may have a few more steps; some of us may have a few fewer steps. No wonder people ask the question: “Is this all there is to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Sun Darkened

Contributed by David Cramer on Sep 16, 2019

A message of hope in the darkness.

The Sun Darkened Stand and lift up your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The indestructible, never ending, living word Of God. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overwhelming Grace: The Prodigal Son, The Unjust Steward, And You!

Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Sep 19, 2019

This sermon examines the relationship between the prodigal son, unjust steward, and the hearer. It draws upon the parallels among all three to make a Gospel application. I am indebted to Dr. David Schmidt's observations on this text found on 1517.org for the idea.

A few weeks ago, I bought the movie Dunkirk on sale, which is about the evacuation of over 300,000 British troops after the Fall of France in World War II. I tried to watch this movie at night as I was going to bed. Between falling asleep, helping with Mia, or checking my phone, the movie took ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-8, Luke 16:1-16, Luke 15:11-32, Luke 15:12-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Know God In The Beginning

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Sep 20, 2019

What do you know about God in the beginning?

“In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters. And God said, ‘Let there be light,’ and there was light. God saw that the light was good, and he separated ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Tears Of Rage (Tears Of Grief)

Contributed by Wayne Stewart on Sep 21, 2019

How to turn tears of Rage and Grief into tears of Joy.

The vicar and I have this ongoing debate about whether you need to include every reading in each sermon. She reckons you should, I think that if they aren’t obviously related then pick one or two and concentrate on them. Jeremiah 8.18 - 9.1; Psalm 79.1-9; 1 Timothy 2.1-10; Luke 16.1-13 That ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 79:1-9, 1 Timothy 2:1-10, Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Anglican

"beactions Of The Believer"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Sep 25, 2019

1. Believe; 2. Be faithful; 3. Be fruitful; 4. Be obedient; 5. Be loving.

“The Beactions of the Bible” September 29, 2019 Micah 6:8 “He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” James 1:27 “Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:8, James 1:27, Matthew 19:16-27

Denomination: Holiness

The Evidence Is Right, But The Story Is Wrong Series

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Oct 11, 2019

What do you do when facing false accusations? What do you do when accusers have "fact" to destroy you. Joseph taught us how to handle false accusation.

THE EVIDENCE IS RIGHT, BUT THE STORY IS WRONG "And it came to pass, as she spake to Joseph day by day, that he hearkened not unto her, to lie by her, or to be with her. And it came to pass about this time, that Joseph went into the house to do his business; and there was none of the men of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:10-16, Psalm 23:5, John 7:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Steal, Kill, Destroy

Contributed by Pedro Trinidad on Oct 14, 2019

Jesus, the Great Shepherd, wants to give you true life

Steal Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary (Eleventh Edition) Steal 1: to take the property of another wrongfully and especially as a habitual or regular practice 2: to come or go secretly, unobtrusively, gradually, or unexpectedly Have you ever been stolen from? How did you ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Ethos #6 Worship Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 16, 2019

Worship is a spiritual action that connects a person to God through praise, submission, and trust.

I’d like to ask you a very personal question, why do you come to worship every Sunday morning? Have you ever really thought about why you get up, get dressed, rush around and come to this retro building? If we polled the room, the responses are as numerous as the people here. The churchie answer ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

But I Have To Trust The Guide Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Oct 17, 2019

Today, I want to share with you we have a guide; His name is Jesus. And, if you are not trusting the Guide to walk you through this life, then you are missing the “more” of the Christian life.

INTRODUCTION: Get up…eat breakfast…head to work…work all day… return home…eat some supper…watch a little tv…go to bed… and then repeat those same steps tomorrow. Some of us may have a few more steps; some of us may have a few fewer steps. No wonder people ask the question: “Is this all there is to ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 9:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

Fear, Torment And Countenance

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 23, 2019

By studying FEAR, we can often find a common root: A LACK OF TRUST. Why do we have fallen countenances? Fear can be a terrible enemy. Panic and anxiety attacks are real. We need to launch into the waters of faith. Fear can kill you!

FEAR AND TORMENT AND COUNTENANCE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Text: 1 John 4:18 There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love. There is a healthy fear and a very unhealthy fear. I had ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:18, Ecclesiastes 12:13-14, Luke 21:26, Genesis 3:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Prayer God Hears

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Oct 24, 2019

Jesus shows two very different prayer styles, and in so doing, reveals two very different heart styles. One will enter the kingdom of heaven; one won't. Our prayer life should reflect humility throughout.

Luke 18:9-14 A Prayer God Hears Last week we looked at a parable where Jesus taught us to be persistent in our prayers: pray always, never give up, and above all, keep the faith! Today, in the very next passage in the Bible, Jesus makes a different point: he really points to the very crux of our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14, 1 John 1:8, Jeremiah 29:13, Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Baptist

It? Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 10, 2019

No campfire is complete without them. They send chills up our spines and keep us awake at night. Ghost Stories. But we don’t have to afraid of THE Ghost!

Ghost Stories Pt. 2 - It? I. Introduction Open with Campfire Scene - (Lights Dim) Can you imagine the fear, anxiety, concerns the disciples must have had and felt when this man they had embraced as The Son of God and had now put all their hopes, dreams and futures in His hands and now He is ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-15

Denomination: Pentecostal