Sermons on Parental Sacrifice:

The Qualities Of A Real Daddy

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Jun 14, 2003

The bible records a man named Jarius who displayed the qualities that every real daddy should exhibit.

Introduction: In our text, a man name Jarius pleaded with Jesus on behalf of his daughter. Jarius was a man of position in the Jewish Synagogue. He did not allow his rank or position to supercede his love for his daughter or his need of Jesus. A man of high rank pleads publicly for his daughter. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:22-43

Denomination: Baptist

Home Improvements- Part Ii Series

Contributed by Alex Perednia on Jun 22, 2003

The Bible provides helpful information in making home improvements in our family relationships

INTRODUCTION Today is a day to honor the fathers, grandfathers, and husbands in our lives. As we did on Mother’s Day, before we honor the men in our lives, let’s have a little fun with them. To do this, let me ask the women a question: Why did God create Eve? The Bible teaches that God created ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Mans Man Series

Contributed by Terry Stivers on Jun 25, 2003

It is sometimes difficult to really describe what a mans man really is. John the Baptist helps us to understand what a man truly is. Series on Mark (Fathers Day Message)

A MAN’S MAN Mark 1:1-8 INTRO: Men do not know who they are as men. Rather, they define themselves by what they do, who they know, or by what they own. – Alexander Mitserlisch, counselor Who are men today? What comprises manhood? The Average Male Is… • Is 5’ 9” tall and 173 pounds. • Is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

It's A Wonderful Life Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Jul 4, 2003

This is part one of the family series designed around reality television. This message deals with the importance of living a life with no regrets.

MEET JOE FAMILYMAN “IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE” PROVERBS 14:8 - ©LARRY L. THOMPSON (2003) “The wise look ahead to see what is coming, but fools deceive themselves.” (NLT) This morning, we begin the series “Meet Joe Familyman” and we began with a reality check! We’re traveled with Joe to see what his ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:8

Denomination: Baptist

Wow =what A Man

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 5, 2003

This is a sermon preached on Father’s Day with the theme we should live lives so that others can look back and declare, Wow--What A Man

Wow—What A Man Father’s Day 6/15/2003 Genesis 39:1-23 2 Colossians 3:12-17 Today we celebrate Father’s day. One thing we all have in common here to is that we all had an earthly father who was the instrument God used to bring us into existence. We can say thank you Lord, whether the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23, Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God's Plan For The Family

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jul 6, 2003

To discuss God’s direction for the family

God’s Plan for the Family Colossians 3:18-19 Primary Purpose: To discuss God’s orders for the family Paul has talked for three and a half chapters about the importance of placing Christ first. Now Paul turns his attention to the family. In essence, Paul is saying to us here that if I am ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

Dad's Or Dud's

Contributed by Richard White on Jul 9, 2003

We have this choice, we can be DAD’s or we can be DUD’s the next generation is depending on us.

DAD’S OR DUD’S Anyone can be a Father; it takes someone special to be a Dad There are 3 components to being a DAD The First Component is Dedication 1. Duet 6: 1-9 2. Prov 3:1-12 The second component is Active Ps. 103:7-16 1. No Absenteeism Parenting 2. No Couch potato “Daddying” 3. ACOA ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Father Of Vision

Contributed by Brian Atwood on May 31, 2001

Joseph was not the biological Father of Jesus, but he certainly was a good example of the CHARACTERISTICS OF A VISIONARY FATHER.

The first two chapters of Matthew’s gospel contain five different dreams or visions. FOUR OF THESE DIVINE DREAMS WERE GIVEN TO JOSEPH - THE EARTHLY FATHER OF JESUS. It is clear to see that Joseph was a father of vision - God’s vision! Joseph had a particular responsibility among men. He would ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Matthew 2:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

What Does A Godly Father Look Like?

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Jun 12, 2001

Examines the importance of the father’s example as he is present in his children’s lives.

June 6th 2001 What Does a Godly Father Look Like? Dad was sick in bed with the flu and he watched his darling little girl, as she wanted to nurse him back to good health. She fluffed his pillow, she brought him his book to read, and she even brought him a surprise cup of tea. Dad said as he drank ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:13-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Advice To Father's And Mother's

Contributed by Chris Layton on Jun 13, 2001

The problem with our children today is not the fault of the school, church or even the kid’s. Fault primarily lies with us parents. How are we to reverse this trend? With God’s Holy Word!

Title: God’s Advice for parents on raising children. Text: Proverbs 4 ETS: Advice for parents and children ESS: Advice for parents and children OSS: I want my people to listen to the advice of Solomon Probing Question: How are we to raise our children? U.W. Steps Transitional Sentence: Let’s ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Illustrated Mothers' Day Lesson

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 3, 2002

This is an illustrated Mother’s day lesson.

LESSON FOR MOTHERS’ DAY By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Genesis 3:20 And Adam called his wife name Eve; because she was the MOTHER of all living. HONOR THY FATHER AND MOTHER: that thy days may be long upon the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee. Exo. 20:12 The foolish ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12, Proverbs 10:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Training Your Kids

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Feb 17, 2004

Kids WILL ask questions, won’t they? How do you handle those times? An examination of principles for training your children when they ask those tough questions.

Daddy, why do we close our eyes when we pray? Why do we pray to God and not to Buddah? Why do we have to go to church? Why do we have to live so different? Why can’t we be like… Every parent has faced them: Those innocent questions from the angelic faces of children -- or sometimes it’s the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:21-27

Denomination: Holiness

Dad's Tool Box

Contributed by Wayde Wilson on Jan 21, 2002

The most important job/project you will ever have is being a good father to your children.

INTRODUCTION: “Top 10 Things You’ll Never Hear a Dad Say” I loved to play with my dad’s tools when I was a boy. Anyone else like to do that? They were greasy and dirty and well, they were just cool because they were dads. Now my sons love to play with their dad’s tools. Illustr. – Travis wanting ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1, Psalm 127:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Ordinance Of Headship And Submission

Contributed by Bruce Morrison on Sep 23, 2003

Success or failure in husband/wife, parent/child, pastor/congregation, relationships depend on the observance of this ordinance.

The Ordinance of Headship and Submission Bible Text: 1 Corinthians 11:1-16 The meaning of “Ordinance” "Be ye followers of me, even as I also am of Christ. Now I praise you, brethren, that ye remember me in all things, and keep the ordinances, as I delivered them to you." 1 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Real Home

Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 16, 2003

With so many broken homes, the question is--what makes a real home? The answer is found in the word of God.

Date: March 11, 2001 A. What Is A Real Home? 1. Edward Purinton, writing for Covenanter Witness, gave us 10 things that characterize a real home. a. A real home is a gymnasium. The ideal of a healthy body is the first one to give a child. b. A real home is a lighthouse. A lighthouse reveals the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Denomination: Adventist