Sermons on pagan holidays: showing 601-615 of 19,093

A Quincenera

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 3, 2008

Coming of age brings respobsibility as well as joy!

Only in America can a pastor with a German name do a Hispanic "bat mitzvah." I even welcomed folks in Spanish. Only one sentence but they seemed impressed. This was "milder" version of the tradition but I think it would be good if the Anglos developed a ceremony for boys and girls coming of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:11

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of Work

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Sep 3, 2005

Labor Day Sermon that teaches that work is a gift from God.

The Gift of Work By Kenny McKinley Text: Genesis 2:15, 3:19; John 5:16-17 (Read Genesis 2:15 and Genesis 3:19) The other day I was walking down the hall at OPSU and I happened to see one of the Professors that I know, and I asked him how he was. He replied that he was fine, and so when someone ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Am Thankful For.......

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 8, 2005

Real gratitude is an expression from the heart. Did you know that we have more to be thankful for than what we realize?

I AM THANKFUL FOR….. 2 Cor 4:1-15 4:1 Therefore seeing we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we faint not; 1. A ministry that’s covered by mercy. One that offers compassionate treatment, one that shows kindness and forgiveness and alleviates distress; offers relief: 2 But have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

My Memorial Day

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 8, 2005

Hey, is the old man still living? You better kill him before he kills you.

MY MEMORIAL DAY I am here today to honor my death. You see, I passed away on Nov. 20, 1977. That’s when I gave my life to Jesus. Gal 2:20 20 I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Art Of Remembrance

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 21, 2005

A message for Memorial Day on the value of remembering what we need to do to leave a lasting legacy

The Art of Remembrance Hebrews 12:1-4 May 29, 2005 Memorial Day Message Introduction Tomorrow we will be celebrating Memorial Day and many of have made plans for the day. Maybe a picnic or going to a parade. Maybe a big party or just a quiet afternoon with family. Maybe you’re just going to enjoy ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-4

Denomination: Church Of God

Thanks But No Thanks Series

Contributed by Ronald Hughes on Oct 1, 2005

To teach our children to not just say thanks but to be thankful is not just for them but also for us,

Thanks, BUT No Thanks Luke 18:9-14 Rev. R.B.Hughes Luke 18:14 “… for everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Thanksgiving Dinner With Barley And Sardines

Contributed by Pat Cook on Oct 7, 2005

Thanksgiving 2005. It’s the story of Jesus feeding the 5000, and 3 things we can see about being thankful.

Mark 6:30-44 – A Thanksgiving Dinner with Barley and Sardines I’m told of a turkey farmer who was always experimenting with breeding to perfect a better turkey. His family was fond of the leg portion for dinner and there were never enough legs for everyone. After many frustrating attempts, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-44

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Feeds The Five Thousand Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Oct 14, 2005

Even in rejection, greif and exhaustion, Jesus gives thanks for meager resources

Apprenticing under the Master Thanksgiving Sunday 2005 Mark 6:30-44 The Feeding of the Five Thousand In the beginning of the chapter, Jesus goes back to his hometown, and the people he grew up with rejected him and his ministry – it says he was amazed at their lack of faith. After they leave ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-44

Denomination: *other

Developing The Discipline Of Gratefulness

Contributed by Denise Raterta on Oct 31, 2005

Just how does one develop the discipline of gratefulness, joy and contentment, the way Paul envisioned it? Consider the following steps...

Developing the Discipline of Gratitude Thankfulness is increasingly following a lonely trail nowadays. People seem to fall more frequently into the mire of ingratitude, especially when greatly impacted by the stresses of this world. Human beings throughout history have demonstrated their ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:19-20

Denomination: *other

‘tis The Season For Praise Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Nov 7, 2005

Those who learn to praise the Lord in every season of their lives are the ones who walk joyfully and victoriously over life’s situations down here. They walk in a renewed strength, a continued hope and in full assurance that God’s promises are true.

Turn your Bibles to Psalms 118:1, 4-9 Title: ‘Tis the Season for Praise Theme: Reasons for Continual Praise unto the Lord Introduction: This Psalm is a triumphant song of praise and it is to be sung with great joy and expression. It is a call to communal thanksgiving. Many believe it was ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keep On Fighting

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 8, 2005

This is a message for our annual Veteran’s Day Service

Keep on Fighting 1 Samuel 30 November 6, 2005 Veteran’s Day Message Morning Service Introduction On November 11, 1918, a treaty was signed by the Allies and the Germans to end the hostilities of World War I. In 1938, congress passed a bill to declare November 11 Armistice Day to honor the veterans ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-21

Denomination: Church Of God

Honoring All Vets

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 10, 2005

We need to give honor to whom honor is due.

INTRO. – ILL.- Military expectations. While talking to a potential recruit, the military recruiter said, "Exactly what kind of job are you looking for in the military?" The high school kid said, "I’m looking for something with an enlistment bonus of about $20,000, where I won’t have to work too ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Giving Thanks Is A Matter Of The Heart

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Nov 10, 2005

Thanksgiving Sermon - Series A

Thanksgiving Eve November23,2005 “Series A” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, we come before you this night to give you thanks for your many blessings upon us – for the gift of life, for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Cultivating A Grateful Heart

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 14, 2005

I think we learn several things about gratitude when we look at the story of the ten lepers and Jesus.

Cultivating a Grateful Heart Luke 17:11-19 INTRODUCTION... Inventions (http://inventors.about.com) We live in an amazing world. We have so much and so many things to make our lives easier. We should be thankful that we live in this modern technological age! Did you realize that until 1750, a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Truth About Thanksgiving

Contributed by Victor Yap on Nov 15, 2005

Thanksgiving Day Sermon

THE TRUTH ABOUT THANKSGIVING A young woman teacher with obvious liberal tendencies explains to her class of small children that she is an atheist. She asks her class if they are atheists too. Not really knowing what atheism is but wanting to be like their teacher, their hands explode into the air ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible