Sermons on Mortgaging The Vineyards:

My Month Of Service

Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Jun 10, 2020

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the month of service. I pray God will give you grace to serve God by serving your generation as David served his generation. You certainly can become great by offering service.

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the month of April, the month of service. I pray God will give you grace to serve God by serving your generation as David served his generation. You certainly can become great by offering service. Show me the man that is willing to serve and I will ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:8, John 4:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is Heaven Like? Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jun 11, 2020

Heaven is REAL. Heaven is RIGHT: a right relationship with God, life made right, people made right. A simple message with some deep truths as well.

WHAT IS HEAVEN LIKE?—Revelation 21, Isaiah 65:17-25 Read Revelation 21. ***The couple were in their 80’s, in good health, largely due to the efforts of the wife, who carefully controlled their diet, and regularly nagged her husband to watch his weight and exercise. For their 60th anniversary, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-27, Isaiah 65:17-25, Exodus 33:18-23, Luke 20:34-36, 1 Corinthians 2:9-10, 2 Peter 3:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

It's A Bug's Life Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 9, 2017

Undealt with sin can destroy us, but God offers us a way out.

It's A Bug's Life Text: Joel 1:1-20 Introduction 1. Illustration: When we were pastoring a church in Yellville, AR, there were some structural problems with the building that concerned me. There was a dip in the floor of about 2 or 3 inches that ran across the sanctuary. So I contacted the ...read more

Scripture: Joel 1:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

Garden Gleanings

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 4, 2018

This message shares insights from gardening to spiritual growth.

Chico Alliance Church “Garden Gleanings” 1. Soil preparation & cultivation Any garden must have soil in which to grow. The soil must be prepared in order to best germinate the seed and sustain the plant. I tried to germinate some bean plants this year outside the soil to give it a good ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-31, 1 Corinthians 3:5-9, Leviticus 26:15-20

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Reaping The Earth’s Harvest, And The Grapes Of Wrath Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 7, 2017

Next John describes the rapidity of the harvest. The one who is sitting on a cloud swings his sickle and after a few swift strokes of the sickle it is all over; the earth has been harvested. “And he that sat on the cloud thrust in his sickle on the . . .

By: Tom Lowe Date: 12/30/16 Title: Reaping the Earth’s Harvest, and the Grapes of Wrath (14:14-20) Series: Verse ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

Slaves Of Christ

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Feb 6, 2016

A sermon examining the relationship of a slave to his Master.

Slaves Of Christ Exodus 21:1-6 There is an old story about Abraham Lincoln. it is said that he went to the slave block to buy back a slave girl. As she looked at the white man bidding on her, she figured he was another white man, going to buy her and then abuse her. He won the bid and as he was ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 21:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Devouring You In The Name Of God

Contributed by Gabriel Luigi Bautista on Jan 10, 2021

Misinterpretations of these passages regarding on the poor widow

INTRODUCTION: NGAYONG UMAGA AY GUSTO KONG TALAKAYIN ANG ISA SA MGA BIBLE PASSAGES NA NAMIMISINTERPRET NG MGA CHRISTIANS AT MGA PASTORS. ITO YUNG BIBLE PASSAGES NA KADALASANG GINAGAMIT KAPAG KA TITHES AND OFFERING AT ISANG ENCOURAGMENT PARA TAYO AY MAGBIGAY PARA SA LORD. THESE ARE THE TYPICAL ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-44

The Bridegroom Gives An Abundance Of New Wine

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Feb 7, 2021

To those who love him, the Bridegroom gives this promise: his great marriage feast is coming! At that feast there won’t ever be the disappointment that it’s coming to an end, that the joy is running out, but there will be blessedness unending.

When you meet someone new, it can take a while to get to know them. Maybe you’re starting at high school or university, and you’re meeting all kinds of people for the first time. Or you just gained a few new colleagues at work. Well, it’ll take a while to get acquainted. You chat together on and ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11, John 20:24-31, Joel 3:14-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Interpreting The Times Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 22, 2025

In His continuing discussion on having an eternal perspective, Jesus urges His listeners to recognize the times, seek reconciliation through repentance and respond by bearing fruit.

Humanity’s ability to predict the weather has improved over the centuries. Simple observations of general weather patterns and seasonal shifts have evolved into highly technological advancements that allow us to predict or provide some best guesses regarding pending weather events several days in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:20-23, Hebrews 9:27-28, 1 Timothy 2:5-6, Romans 6:23, Romans 12:1-2, Acts 3:19-20, Galatians 5:17-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

A Visionary View Of The Seven "i Am" Statements Of Jesus (Full Sermon) Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 18, 2023

The seven powerful "I Am" statements of Jesus found in the Gospel of John reveal deep spiritual truths about who Jesus is and what He offers to each of us.

A Visionary View of The Seven "I Am" Statements of Jesus Today I want us to consider the seven powerful "I Am" statements of Jesus found in the Gospel of John. These statements reveal deep spiritual truths about who Jesus is and what He offers to each of us. May we open our ...read more

Scripture: John 6:35, Philippians 2:5-8, John 8:12, Genesis 1:4, John 10:9, John 10:7, John 10:11, Ezekiel 34:2-3, Ezekiel 34:7-10, Psalm 23:1, Ezekiel 34:31, John 11:25, John 14:6, John 15:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Introduction To The Parables Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 15, 2024

During His earthly ministry, as Jesus went about preaching and teaching, He frequently used parables

Introduction To The Parables Series: The Parables Of Jesus (Mt 13:1-3,10-17) INTRODUCTION There are so many great parables told by Jesus Christ in the Bible. These parables are still very relevant to us as modern Christians. All the parables of Jesus Christ teach us, encourage us, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-3

The Rewards Of A Servant Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 23, 2024

God knows that serving Him is not always easy or pleasant, so He encourages and motivates us to not give up by His promised rewards.

A. Allow me to begin today’s sermon with two brief stories. 1. The first story is about a woman who lost her purse in the chaos of Christmas shopping. a. Her purse was found by an honest young boy who returned to her. b. When the woman looked into her purse to see if everything was there, she ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58, Matthew 19:27-29, Mark 10:29-30, Matthew 6:19-21, Hebrews 11:6, 2 John 1:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Should I Say Yes Or Should I Say No

Contributed by Abiodun Adeniyi on Apr 22, 2025

Marriage negotiation can be a very risky venture because no one knows tomorrow. We can only as human make some subjective and objective projections and calculation which in the end may not be accurate.

SHOULD I SAY YES OR SHOULD I SAY NO? MARRIAGE SEMINAR FOR THE YOUTHS AND THE MARRIED. TEXT: LK. 14:28-30 28 For which of you, intending to build a tower, sitteth not down first, and counteth the cost, whether he have sufficient to finish it? 29 Lest haply, after he hath laid the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:28-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Good Portion Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Aug 5, 2025

What is the necessary, good thing in our relationship with Jesus?

I have a problem - a problem with serving food. I always want the bigger portion - if I’m pouring drinks for Danielle and me - I’ll take the one that’s a bit more. If I’m plating food, I’ll put a bit more on my plate. Now, I know she eats less than I do - basically everyone in my house eats less ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

And God Gave—1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 16, 2001

Part 1 of a 2 part sermon encouraging believers by a look at God’s special grace which has been lavished upon His people.

AND GOD GAVE-I—Joshua 24:1-13 Joshua reminded Israel of the extent of God’s giving to produce a viable witness in the world. God’s giving is intended to produce a viable witness in the world. What investment has God made in producing a witness(to salvation)? Investments God makes in producing a ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-13

Denomination: Baptist