Sermons on nurture:

End-Time Ministries

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on May 18, 2013

God is going to use four types of people in the last days.

End-Time Ministries 2Peter 3:11 - Therefore, since all these things will be dissolved, what manner of persons ought you to be in holy conduct and godliness, looking for and hastening the coming of the day of God, because of which the heavens will be dissolved, being on fire, and the elements will ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:11

Denomination: Charismatic

A Praying Family Or A Dysfunctional One? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 18, 2013

Does your family work, learn and pray together, or as disconnected individuals?

Monday of 7th Week in Course 20 May 20213 Gaudium et Spes The incident in today’s Gospel may be regarded as symbolic of what has come to be called a dysfunctional family. Here the son appears to be suffering from a diabolically caused autism or seizure disorder, and the father is seen as ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Catholic

Because Of The Anointing

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Aug 23, 2012

To better understand the Anointing, we must better understand the Anointed One: The Messiah.

Isaiah 10:27 Psalm 119 (176 = 176/8 = 22). Hebrew Olive Bet has 22 Letters. Messiah (Mah-She-Oct) Mem Shean Het Mem = V97; Shean = V161; Het = V57 Isaiah 10:27 “…and the yoke shall be destroyed because of the anointing.” The Anointing: Jesus is our Messiah. The Messiah is the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 10:27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Propagating A Family Like An Olive Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 26, 2014

Raising a family is like building an olive orchard, and it is hard work.

Feast of the Holy Family (Sunday after Christmas) Thirteen Days of Christmas Since the family is the basic unit of society, the Church, and her Scripture, has much to say about it. Our psalm today uses agricultural metaphors for the family: the husband will eat the fruit of his hands, the wife ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 128:1-5

Denomination: Catholic

The Gift Of Silence

Contributed by Fr. Damien Evangelista on Apr 2, 2020

The world doesn't value silence, but making time to be silent is crucial for psychological and spiritual health.

Silence is essential for growth in the spiritual life. For instance, since God is omnipotent, we'd expect that he'd speak to Elijah through a strong driving wind or an earthquake as found in our first reading (1 Kg 18, 15-45). Instead, we find that Elijah comes out of hiding from the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:42

The Greatest Force On Earth Is Love Series

Contributed by Efe Oluwatosin on Aug 13, 2019

Love is a universal desire that every human heart craves for. From an infant to the oldest man, we all desire to love and be loved.

Love is a universal desire that every human heart craves for. From an infant to the oldest man, we all desire to love and be loved. Solomon put it this way: Song of Songs? ?8:6-7? ?GNT?? “Close your heart to every love but mine; hold no one in your arms but me. Love is as powerful as death; passion ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Ekklesia

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Mar 8, 2021

Jesus is concerned about the church has the church lost sight of its mission?

1. John 2:13-22 Jesus is concerned about Church Ekklesia the called out assembly called out ones. Jesus is concerned about what’s going on in the church. • This story of the cleansing of the temple is recorded in all four of the gospels. • The religious elite were ready to toss Jesus off ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Denomination: Methodist

Effective Doors

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Aug 13, 2016

Though your plans are good, they still require prayers

Paul, though presently in jail for preaching the gospel (Col. 4:2-4), continued to see a needy world to whom Jesus’s salvation must be preached and he sought for prayers in order to be able to reach the world for Christ. This is how we should be, praying for everything and the needs of ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Needs Of A Mother

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 28, 2020

Stepmoms, Single Moms, Working Moms, Stay-at-home Moms, Empty-Nest Moms all face similar needs.

The Needs of a Mother May 10, 2020 Stepmoms, Single Moms, Working Moms, Stay-at-home Moms, Empty-Nest Moms An ounce of mother is worth a ton of priest. - Spanish proverb Most common challenges faced by mothers: 1) Monotony and loneliness 2) Stress from too many demands 3) No one to ask for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:26-28, 2 Timothy 1:5, Ephesians 3:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Comes To His People--In Wisdom Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 25, 2021

The Lord is a jealous God. He’s not jealous for His own sake, but for ours. He knows that we are made for Him, and cannot, as Augustine says, find rest until we rest in Him

God comes to His people Monday of Fifth week in year Solomon thought that he was a chip off the old block, the rock of Israel’s faith, King David. But there was something wrong with Solomon, something that even his reputation as a great solver of problems couldn’t fix. Jewish tradition tells us ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 8:1-13, Mark 6:53-56

Denomination: Catholic

Importance Of Responsible Parenting. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 7, 2024

God holds parents accountable for how they raise their children.

God entrusts children to us as a blessing and a sacred responsibility. However, when parents fail to fulfill their duties, neglecting their children's spiritual, emotional, and physical needs, it can lead to devastating consequences. Children are a blessing from the Lord, and as parents, we ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Balancing The Grace, Mercy, And Faith Of God. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 13, 2024

In this sermon, we will study the biblical significance of balancing the grace, mercy, and faith of God, exploring how this balance can deepen our understanding of God's character and transform our lives.

As believers, we often emphasize one aspect of God's character over others, neglecting the delicate balance that exists between His grace, mercy, and faith. However, the Bible teaches us that these three attributes are intricately intertwined, each playing a vital role in our relationship with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:8-12, Hebrews 11:1

The Great Commission: Our Divine Mandate Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 5, 2023

The Great Commission is not just a task; it's a sacred duty, a privilege, and a calling that each of us, as followers of Christ, is entrusted with.

The Great Commission: Our Divine Mandate Introduction: Today, we embark on a journey through Matthew 28:18-20, where our Lord Jesus Christ left us with a divine mandate known as the Great Commission. This commission is not just a task; it's a sacred duty, a privilege, and a calling that each ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Love Of Fathers: Earthly And Divine SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Exploring the similarities between the desires of earthly fathers and our Heavenly Father.

Father’s Day Luke 15:11-32 Today, we are going to talk about Father’s Day and the role of fathers in our lives. Fathers are often seen as the providers and protectors of the family. They are different from mothers, who are known for their nurturing and healing abilities. While Mother’s Day is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Topics: Father's Day, Divine Love, Earthly Love

The Law Of Cause And Effect In Life SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

There is a spiritual principle of reaping what we sow. Understanding this principle should guide what we sow, and how we sow.

Title: Understanding the Principle of Sowing and Reaping Introduction: There is a spiritual principle that states we will reap what we sow. This principle applies to both believers and non-believers and is a law of life established by God. It means that whatever we sow in our lives, we will ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7-10

Topics: Understanding Spiritual Principles, The Power Of Actions