Sermons on Only God Can Forgive Sins:

Parables Of Money (Luke 16)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 23, 2025

Do we use money for selfish pursuits or to relieve the suffering? Let's look at Luke 16.

Do we handle money wisely? Is greed a misuse of wealth? Do we use money to relieve suffering? Let’s examine Luke 16. What did a manager do during the final days before his job was terminated? And he said also unto his disciples, There was a certain rich man, which had a steward; and the same was ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

State Of The Union

Contributed by Jason Winters on Jun 12, 2010

Sermon given at one year anniversary of my pastorate.

State of the Union “Let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Hebrews 10:24(niv) Summer Goals i. Memorize one verse a week Psalm 119:9-13 ii. Read Thru the New Testament Psalm 119:14-16 ; 105-106; 112 iii. Add 25 % Colossians 3:16-17 invite more ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Focusing Your Life Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Aug 19, 2006

Focusing our lives in line with the Shema, "Love the Lord with all your heart, soul and might," is another key element in attaining and maintaining a balanced life and living an abundant life.

Deuteronomy 6:4-9 “Focusing Your Life” INTRODUCTION For the past several weeks, we’ve been addressing the issue of balance and how we can achieve and maintain this essential element of the abundant life. We’ve have investigated ways to slow down, to keep a sense of awe in our lives, to ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: Lutheran

The Marks Of True Greatness

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Jun 6, 2002

John was a spiritual Giant

"TRUE GREATNESS" By: Dr. Dennis Deese JOHN 1:19-34 There have been many who claimed to be great and the world has claimed many people to be great. But God’s claim of greatness is true greatness. ETS: John was a great man ESS: We need great men today (spiritual giants) Matthew 11:11 Verily I ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-34

Making History

Contributed by David Marks on Oct 3, 2007

How would you like to be a part of a team, which impacts history, stories are told about your teams for years? If you were apart of a team like, how would it impact your life?

How would you like to be a part of a team, which impacts history, stories are told about your teams for years? If you were apart of a team like, how would it impact your life? You may recall in the movie Hoosiers Norman Dale, played by Gene Hackman, takes a rural high school basketball team from ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Choices

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Apr 25, 2017

You must Choose

Choices (Romans 12 :1,2) Intro: The three dudes who wouldn’t get down to the devils sound Or the three hunks that wouldn’t bow low; when the devil Got on his horn and began to blow. Dan 3:1 King Nebuchadnezzar made an image of gold, ninety feet high and nine feet wide, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Expecting The Unexpected (Funeral)

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 12, 2017

Funeral for middle aged Christian lady who died unexpectedly.

Song – Glory for Me – Family Enters Song – Lamb of God Romans 8.26-30 26 And the Holy Spirit helps us in our weakness. For example, we don’t know what God wants us to pray for. But the Holy Spirit prays for us with groanings that cannot be expressed in words. 27 And the Father who knows all ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sharing The Good News With Boldness Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 20, 2025

The gospel must be shared boldly because it is the power of salvation to all who believe.

SHARING THE GOOD NEWS WITH BOLDNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 4:29-31 Supporting Texts: Matthew 28:19-20, Romans 1:16, 2 Timothy 1:7-8, Mark 16:15, Ephesians 6:19-20 INTRODUCTION: The message of the gospel is the greatest news in the world—it is the power of God for salvation to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:29-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Conversion Of Saul Series

Contributed by Russell Rhodes on Sep 1, 2005

this is the study on the conversion of Saul. The 11th in a series in the book of Acts

The Conversion of Saul Acts 9:1-31 Acts # 11 At the end of chapter seven and the beginning of chapter eight we have been introduced to Saul. Saul was very religious and very zealous for his faith. He had the very best training in the Jewish religion. We was very zealous of his faith. He was not ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Character

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Jun 29, 2001

How a person deals with the circumstances of their life speaks of their character. Character is a true Christian quality but is sadly lacking in the Church today.

Character “A quality of Christianity”  Character is defined - The pattern of behavior or personality found in an individual or group; moral constitution  How a Christian deals with the circumstances of their life speaks of their character.  Crisis doesn’t necessarily make ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-4, Philippians 2:19-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Everlasting Father Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 15, 2003

Another in the series on Christ from Isaiah 9:6.

Everlasting Father Sunday, December 23, 2001 As I have been preparing my message this week, I feel as though I should have saved this for Father’s Day rather than preaching it at Christmas. Everlasting Father is the name that we find this week in Isaiah 9:6 in referring to the Son who is born. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

Everlasting Father Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 15, 2003

Another in the series on Christ from Isaiah 9:6.

Everlasting Father Sunday, December 23, 2001 As I have been preparing my message this week, I feel as though I should have saved this for Father’s Day rather than preaching it at Christmas. Everlasting Father is the name that we find this week in Isaiah 9:6 in referring to the Son who is born. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

Gtting Rid Of Excuses And Establishing Priorities

Contributed by Lauro C Hernandez on Oct 3, 2014

Establishing Priorities

GETTING RID OF EXCUSES AND ESTABLISHING PRIORITIES MAT. 16;24-26 “24 Then Jesus said to his disciples, “If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. 25 For whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for me will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Biblical Spending Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 11, 2018

This message continues a discussion of the spiritual discipline of sacrifice. Specifically regarding wealth.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Biblical Spending” I. Benefits of Faithful giving (see previous notes) II. General Financial Principles A. Proper approach to Wealth B. Poisonous approach to wealth III. Principles of Gaining Resources A. Sources of supply 1. Work ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:16-17, Colossians 3:5-6, Matthew 26:6-13

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Disciples In Mark Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 9, 2023

This study tries to explain the attitude of the Disciples of Christ. From day one they misunderstood, wrongly reacted and worst acted against him. Continued to study to have deeper understanding.

Text: Mark 1:16-20, 3:16-19 Theme: Jesus and Disciples in Mark Disciple: The word Greek word for Disciple is ‘mathetes.‘ It means a ‘learner’ or ‘follower’ who accepts and follows the views and practices of a teacher. The list of disciples found in Mark 3:16-19. These twelve disciples were ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:16-19

Denomination: Methodist