Sermons on Nazis:

The Sacrifice Of Motherhood

Contributed by Darrell Coats on May 7, 2008

A Mother’s Day sermon, based on the story of Hannah that briefly makes three observations about motherhood.

The Sacrifice of Motherhood 1 Samuel 1 Introduction: No one deserves a special day all to herself more than today’s Mom. A cartoon showed a psychologist talking to his patient: “Let’s see,” he said, “‘You spend 50 percent of your energy on your job, 50 percent on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-28

Denomination: Methodist

Media's War Against Christians

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 13, 2007

A look at the way the media question, denounce, or just plain ignore the good news.

PowerPoint Available + New Slide > Transition In X Transition Out _________________________________________________ + At WAR > Mt 24:9 Then shall they deliver you up to be afflicted, and shall kill you: and ye shall be hated of all nations for my name’s sake. + Family News In Focus - sound ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:12

Denomination: Baptist

Watching And Waiting Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 7, 2006

Jesus told us to be ready no matter when His return will occur.

Watching and Waiting Text: Mk. 13:28-37 Introduction 1. Read Mk. 13:28-37 2. Illustration: After 14 years of studying the Bible, William Miller became convinced that Christ would return in 1843. When Miller announced April 3 as the day, some disciples went to mountaintops, hoping for a head ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:28-37

Denomination: Methodist

Be Prepared! Series

Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011

As the Lord Jesus Christ prepared to meet the final conflict of his earthly ministry he spoke to his followers about the things that would come in the last days and delivered a similarly clear message: Proposition: I am coming at a time you don’t expec

Mayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army As the Lord Jesus Christ prepared to meet the final conflict of his earthly ministry he spoke to his followers about the things that would come in the last days and delivered a similarly clear message: Proposition: I am coming at a time you don’t expect, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Salvation Army

Love Your Enemies? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Sep 27, 2011

This message is the second in a series that deals with some of the difficult sayings of Jesus. This message deals with Jesus’ call to love your enemies.

Sometimes we hear something that sounds so unreasonable our response is, “You have got to be kidding.” I believe in our text we encounter Jesus saying something that really sounds unreasonable. In fact this statement goes against what we consider to be reasonable. This statement goes against ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sheep Among Wolves

Contributed by David Mcnally on Jun 26, 2011

Jesus did not call us to an easy, comfortable life, but one of challenge and opposition, and possibly even suffering and death. He gives us forgiveness of sin and eternal life, but requires us to take up our cross as we follow him.

Jesus would have fallen foul of the Health and Safety laws if he had been around today, and I imagine it would have been hard for him to advertise on TV. Just imagine someone saying today: ‘Come and follow me, and the chances are you will be spat upon, thumped, sworn at, and maybe ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mission Impossible?

Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Oct 3, 2019

This story looks at and applies Jesus' teachings in Luke 17:1-6 alongside the experience of Corrie Ten Boom.

There were many things that were once thought to be impossible, but are now considered to be quite common and ordinary. The idea of man landing on the moon or going to space was once thought to be impossible, but that notion was shattered in the 1960s. The idea of people surviving heart ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

The King And The Cross PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Understand the significance of Jesus' sacrifice on the cross, the importance of carrying our own crosses, and the paradox of majesty and sacrifice represented by a King on a Cross.

Good morning, church family. We're here today to delve deep into the heart of the Gospel, to examine the cross -- Jesus' cross, our own crosses, and the intersection of majesty and sacrifice. As Martin Luther once said, "Our Lord has written the promise of resurrection, not in books alone, but in ...read more

Topics: Jesus' Sacrifice, Our Cross

Just Be Quiet PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2023

To explore the omnipresence of God in our trials, the power of silence, and the victory that faith brings.

Good morning, beloved congregation! Today, we are going to delve into a profound passage from the book of Joshua that reveals the omnipresence of God in our trials, the immense power of silence and the ultimate victory that faith brings. As we embark on this journey, I'm reminded of a powerful ...read more

Topics: Storm, Joshua

All Or Nothing PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2023

Explore the essence of Christianity through understanding the greatest commandment, the cost of discipleship, and the reward of commitment, emphasizing that true faith requires obedience and living out our beliefs daily.

Good morning, family! Today we’re exploring The Greatest Commandment, The Cost of Discipleship, and The Reward of Commitment. The words of A.W. Tozer ring true when he says, "True faith commits us to obedience." It's not just about saying we believe, it's about living it out, every single day. Now ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:29-30

Topics: All In, Fully Committed

Kindred Spirits

Contributed by Jim Keegan on Jan 13, 2021

God has designed the created order with the foundational communities of the family and church. They reflect his gracious providential care, especially through the blessings of love, grace and a sense of belonging.

Matthew 12:46-50 [Read text] The cover photo from the Mother’s Day issue of a Christian magazine showed a neatly groomed and well dressed little brother and sister serving their mother an artistically arranged breakfast in bed on a silver platter. In a subsequent letter to the editor, a mother ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:46-50

Armored: Geared Up For Life Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Aug 21, 2021

THIRTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST, YEAR B August 22, 2021, this is the Armor, the gear we have been “gearing up for life” throughout the series. So, what are these tools and how do we employ them in our daily lives?

INTRODUCTION As Hitler’s appetite for power and territory grew, his army began to march across Europe. In some cases, the fight could hardly be called a battle. The Evil German Nazi army advanced, with its tanks and with technologically advanced weapons. In some of the underdeveloped nations, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Thanksgiving. Giving Thanks For All Things. 1st Thessalonians Chapter 5

Contributed by David Cramer on Nov 21, 2024

At this time of being thankful we need to remember where we came from, what we have gone through, and what is ahead in life.

Giving Thanks for all things, 1st Thessalonians Chapter 5 Stand with me 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. ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Remember Who You Are

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Nov 25, 2024

A sermon for Christ the King Sunday, Year B

November 24, 2024 Christ the King Sunday Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church John 18:33-37 Remember Who You Are Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Today is Christ the King Sunday. It marks the end of our liturgical calendar, ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-37

Denomination: Lutheran

In The Last Days (September 17, 2023)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Dec 3, 2023

Paul is making a point. ... His point is for the congregation of the church at Rome then and the church today is to be loving to our neighbors. Two things we want to talk about today are distractions and love.

IN THE LAST DAYS Text: Romans 13:8 -14 Romans 13:8-14  Owe no one anything, except to love one another; for the one who loves another has fulfilled the law.  (9)  The commandments, "You shall not commit adultery; You shall not murder; You shall not steal; You shall not ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14

Denomination: United Methodist