Sermons on Overlooking:

Light Vs. Dark

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 11, 2021

We are encourage to live in the light of Christ.

Light Vs. Dark John 3: 14 - 21 Intro: 2 gentlemen were seated next to each other on a plane. One turned to the other, “What do you do?” He answered, “I’m a pastor.” “Oh,” said the 1st man. “I don’t believe in that religious stuff. It’s for kids you know, ‘Jesus love me this I know, for the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Satanic Origins Of Criminal Behavior In Men Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 27, 2024

Criminal behavior is a pervasive issue that plagues our society, causing harm to individuals, families, and communities.

Criminal behavior is a pervasive issue that plagues our society, causing harm to individuals, families, and communities. While various factors contribute to criminal behavior, a often overlooked aspect is the spiritual dimension. This article explores the connection between criminal behavior in men ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-5, Matthew 24:12, Acts 26:18

"hannah's Cry: A Woman's Reflection On Faith And Resilience"

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Nov 17, 2024

Beloved & community, we gather this Beautiful Sunday Morning in the light of the struggle and resilience embodied in the story of Hannah from 1 Samuel 1:4-20.

Beloved & web community, we gather this Beautiful Sunday Morning in the light of the struggle and resilience embodied in the story of Hannah from 1 Samuel 1:4-20. In a world where women often find their identities bound to societal expectations, the narrative of Hannah invites us into a deeper ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:4-20

Denomination: Methodist

Christmas: A Gift For Everyone

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Nov 25, 2024

This is a simple sermon about the Christmas story told in a way that unchurched will understand and be challenged

Introduction Christmas is one of the most celebrated times of the year. For many, it’s about gifts, decorations, family, and good food. But have you ever stopped to wonder what it’s really all about? The Christmas story isn’t just an ancient tale—it’s a message of hope, love, and purpose for every ...read more

The Church's Perseverance Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 18, 2019

We need to learn how to handle the hardships of life.

THE CHURCH’S PERSEVERANCE II TIMOTHY 2:3-26 Introduction: Blessed are they that endure! Often times we just have to weather the storm. According to Bill Hybels the single most pressing issue for many pastors relates to enduring. Do I have what it takes to make it? Am I going to survive my ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-26

Denomination: Baptist

Threads In The Palace Series

Contributed by Charles Payne on Oct 15, 2025

Walk through a royal palace and you’ll find polished marble, priceless art, golden thrones — and in the corner, if the light is just right, the shimmer of a web.

THREADS IN THE PALACE SEEING THE BIG PICTURE TEXT (Proverbs 30:28; 1 Corinthians 1:27; Matthew 19:30) “The spider taketh hold with her hands, and is in kings’ palaces.” “God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and the weak things of the world to confound the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:28, Matthew 5:3, 1 Corinthians 1:27, Matthew 19:30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Cost Of Compassion

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 2, 2025

In the Gospel of Luke, Jesus uses the Parable of the Good Samaritan to illustrate the boundless, all encompassing love and compassion required to inherit eternal life.

Introduction and Context: • The Exchange Between Jesus and the Lawyer (Luke 10:25-29): o A lawyer tests Jesus, asking, “What shall I do to inherit eternal life?” (v. 25). o Jesus responds with a question, appealing to the Law. The lawyer recites the two great commandments (v. 27). o Seeking to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Church Of God

Unlocking The Soul's Cage SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

The soul of a man, encompassing his intellect, will, and emotions, is self-aware. This sermon explores the concept of Christian Liberty in freeing the 'caged' soul.

The Captivity and Deliverance of the Soul The soul of a person is the seat of their intellect, will, and emotions. It is the self-conscious part of their being. According to the Scriptures, humans are made up of a soul, a spirit, and a body. God desires for every aspect of our being to prosper, ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 13:18

Topics: Christian Liberty

The Perfect Gifts For God This Christmas SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

The prophet Micah poses a question, 'What does God truly desire from us? What offerings should we present to Him?' This sermon explores the ideal gifts we should be offering to God this Christmas.

The prophet Micah asks, "What does God really want from us? What should we offer to God?" I wonder, what gifts should we give to God this Christmas? Micah 6:6-8 says, "With what shall I come before the Lord and bow down before the exalted God? Shall I come before him with burnt offerings, with ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:6-8

Topics: Christmas, Gifts To God

God's Blessings Unveiled SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

This blessing, known as the 'Our Father' of the Old Testament, given through Aaron, consists of three phrases (of two, five, and seven words) each starting with the name of Jehovah. It's a mystery to the Jews, but for us Christians...

The book of Numbers, part of the Old Testament and the Hebrew Tanakh, is traditionally attributed to Moses and was likely written around 1300 BC. It is a historical account that meticulously records numbers and also contains inspiring passages such as the mission of the twelve spies, water from the ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:24-26

Topics: Blessing, Faith

When Christians Part Series

Contributed by John Stevenson on Dec 26, 2004

Paul and Barnabas came to a parting of their ways. Was this a good thing or a bad thing? What lessons can we learn?

WHEN CHRISTIANS PART Acts 15:36-41 Paul and Barnabas had been a team. It had been Barnabas who had first taken the young Paul under his wing. When everyone else in Jerusalem was afraid of the young Christian because of his history of persecuting the church, it was Barnabas who took him and who ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36-41

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Gnats And Other Annoyances

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Feb 7, 2002

So often little things become important and important things seem to be left unseen.

Matt. 23:24 - 24“Blind guides, who strain out a gnat and swallow a camel! During the summer of 1970, a certain individual worked for a road construction company that was rebuilding U.S. highway 90 along the Mississippi gulf coast. This, follow- ing the devastation of hurricane Camille the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Present The Gospel To Materialists And Philosophers

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 12, 2002

How to Present the Gospel to Materialists and Philosophers - Acts 17:16-34

How to Present the Gospel to Materialists and Philosophers - Acts 17:16-34 Illustration:A recent survey of Discipleship Journal readers ranked areas of greatest spiritual challenge to them: 1. Materialism. 2. Pride. 3. Self-centeredness. 4. Laziness. 5. (Tie) Anger/Bitterness. 5. (Tie) Sexual ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Is The King Of Kings

Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Nov 24, 2002

Sermon for Christ the King Sunday

Matthew 27:27-31 27 Then the governor’s soldiers took Jesus into the Praetorium and gathered the whole company of soldiers around him. 28 They stripped him and put a scarlet robe on him, 29 and then twisted together a crown of thorns and set it on his head. They put a staff in his right hand and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Be Prepared For Christ's Coming With Kindness Series

Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Dec 16, 2002

Sermon Series for Advent number 5 of 9 on the fruits of the Spirit

3rd Sunday in Advent Service December 15, 2002 Galatians 5:22-23 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Be Prepared for Christ’s Coming with Kindness I. The Savior’s coming reveals God’s kindness to us II. The ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Lutheran