Sermons on Non Threatening:

"What Are You Praying For?"

Contributed by Alan Chandler on Mar 18, 2002

When faced with a challenge does your prayer reflect your faith? This message looks at the prayer life of the early beievers as they faced a threatening challenge

"WHAT ARE YOU PRAYING FOR?" Acts 4: 23-31 PREPARATION: Read and be familiar with the book "Who Moved My Cheese" I) Intro A) Zig Ziglar story of boy that went with his mother to the old general store. He liked to sneak away from his mother and when no one was looking he would dip his finger into ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Methodist

The Greatest Of These Is Love (1 Corinthians 13)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 15, 2007

In spite of everything - in spite of our individual weaknesses, in spite of the dramas and scandals that regularly threaten to up-end us, in spite of our tiredness, and in...

The words of St Paul in his first letter to the Corinthians, from towards the end (thirteenth chapter, to be exact). It’s one of the most familiar passages in the Bible, I think. Even if you have not studied it personally or heard it read out here on a Sunday morning before, there is almost no ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

I Don't Look Like What I've Been Through PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Highlight the power of unwavering faith and trust in God's protection, even in the face of life-threatening trials, as demonstrated by Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the book of Daniel.

Good morning, Church! We're diving into a powerful part of Scripture today that's about God's protection, the power of standing on His word, and the victory of faith over fear. Our main text comes from the book of Daniel. The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego is an incredible testament to ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:14-30

Topics: Standing, God's Word

Infant Memorial Funeral

Contributed by Chris Surber on Dec 1, 2010

I prepared this sermon for use in the case of a late term still birth. It can be modified slightly to fit any infant memorial service. These are difficult situations. Much prayer and compassion and humility are advised.

Parker’s Memorial Message I wonder if perhaps… In fact, this thought has brought a great deal of comfort to me this week… I wonder if recently an angel in heaven opened the book of life and seeing Parker’s name printed within, said “This one is too beautiful to see ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8

Denomination: Christian Church

Twenty-Eighth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year A: Marriage Supper Of The Lamb

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Sep 2, 2023

Heaven is the ultimate end and fulfilment of the deepest human longings, the state of supreme, definitive happiness

At the wedding rehearsal, the bride told the priest that she was nervous that she would not remember what to do during the wedding. The celebrant told her that she only needed to remember 3 things. First the aisle, because that is what you'll be walking down. Secondly, the altar because ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Catholic

The Biblical Perspective On Evolution Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 9, 2024

In this sermon, we'll examine the biblical perspective on evolution and why it's a science fiction.

The theory of evolution has been a topic of debate for centuries, with many people accepting it as scientific fact. However, from a biblical perspective, evolution is a flawed theory that contradicts the clear teachings of Scripture. In this sermon, we'll examine the biblical perspective on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31, Psalm 19:1-6

Take A Tip From Andrew

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 15, 2002

A look at how we can be involved in evangelism.

Take a Tip from Andrew John 1:35-42 February 10, 2002 Introduction Today, in line with what Brother Joe shared with us, I wanted to use our time together to expand on the theme of winning men and women, boys and girls, to the Lord Jesus Christ. By the way, God used the Gideons to awaken my ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42

Denomination: Wesleyan

Obstacles To Individual And Church Growth - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 28, 2004

Pacifism and Passivism can be serious stumbling blocks to our progress as members of the Body of Christ. If we are to grow both need to be eliminated from of our lives and our church.

OBSTACLES TO INDIVIDUAL AND CHURCH GROWTH PART 2 1 PETER 2:9-15 INTRODUCTION: Last week we considered three obstacles that hinder Christian growth. Today I want to examine another pair of obstacles that impede individual and corporate growth and spiritual development – Pacifism and Passivism. Both ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Why Does He Eat And Drink With Publicans And Sinners? Series

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Aug 3, 2008

In the short story of Levi’s call, we find that no one is too sinful to be beyond the grace and love of Jesus.

WHY DOES HE EAT AND DRINK WITH PUBLICANS AND SINNERS? Text: Mark 2:13 – 22 Introduction: • How would you feel if we put a sign outside of our church that said “Homosexuals welcome”? • What about if Jim took the bus and brought back 5 drunks next Sunday morning? • What if we announced that we ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

Think Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 16, 2015

Using Ephesians 4 let's improve our communication (Material adapted from Wayne A. Mack's book, Strengthening Your Marriage, Unit 4 Good Communication, pgs. 65- 67 and several sermons on Sermon Central)

HoHum: While attending a marriage seminar on communication... Tom and his wife Peg listened to the instructor declare, "It is essential that husbands and wives know the things that are important to each other." He addressed the men, "Can you describe your wife's favorite flower?" Tom leaned ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hope Is Already Ours Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Dec 12, 2022

When it comes to living with hope, the choice of how we will live really is ours. It is something that each of us has to come to terms with right now, and Christmas is a wonderful season to remember and celebrate what God has done.

2022 Advent Sermon Series “Hope is Already Ours” Isaiah 9:1-7 Introduction - The Advent season is a wonderful time of year!! - Not only does it signify the celebration of Jesus’ arrival to this world - Sometimes it brings to memory celebrations of years gone by - More often than not, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7, Romans 6:20-23, John 15:9-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Privilege Or Service?

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Feb 8, 2022

Do we make demands of Jesus to do what we want or follow the path Jesus sets for us?

I want to set the stage before we examine the scripture: Jesus had been traveling, preaching, and teaching for three years with these twelve disciples. Everything he had done was in preparation for them continuing his ministry – and time and time again, it was evident that they were “not getting” ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:25-35, Matthew 20:26

Denomination: Episcopal

Swans Or Monsters?

Contributed by Ray Navarro on Dec 7, 2001

Brotherly love in the church, and not necssarily orthodoxy, will persuade non-believers more than anything else that Christ is real.

Animals can do some pretty amazing things. For example, what happened one day in the state of Maryland. Believe it or not, this is a true story. The Atlantic Ocean converts into many rivers and streams that paint the state of Maryland much like a leaf of a palm tree that extends in many ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Adventist

Believe In Me Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Jun 30, 2008

Followers of Christ are commanded to trust Jesus everyday while non-believers are invited to surrender their whole life to Jesus.

2. BELIEVE IN ME OBEYING EVERYTHING JESUS DEMANDED Objective: To the disciples this message is aimed at making them understand the importance of living in faith, i.e. a day-to-day trusting and receiving life from Jesus. For the non-disciples, let this be a “come-on” enter, follow, believe ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:15

Denomination: Church Of God

Acts 15 - Resolving Conflicts Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 14, 2013

Learn from the Council in Jerusalem. Unite around the essentials. Make concessions in non-essentials. Show love in everything.

We have been looking at troubles and persecutions from without. • Today, we are going to look at problems from within - disagreements among believers. • Christians will quarrel. Nothing wrong with that. If you had never had an argument with a brother or sister, I’m more ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible