Sermons on Participation:

The Interview Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 16, 2015

What makes a marriage work? How do families in your congregation keep it together and avoid divorce? In this presentation, I interviewed 6 different couples in our church and exposed the strengths and weaknesses we all have in keeping a marriage together?

For the Valentine’s Day Weekend, in place of a sermon we held an interview on stage with 3 of our solid couples from the congregation (3 in each of our two services). Since the Apostle Paul told Timothy and Titus that Elders must be good husbands and fathers we believe there’s a high ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33, Ephesians 5:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

'amend Your Way'

Contributed by Patrick Agbonkpolor on Oct 13, 2020

Our walk with God is predicated on our being obedient to Him. No one lives in disobedience and expect the blessings from God no matter how religious he tries to be. We need to amend our way in conformity to the Word of God.

"This saith the LORD of hosts,the God of Israel,Amend your ways and your doings,and I will cause you to dwell in this place" (Jer 7:3) This message came to Judah through Jeremiah about 612 BC. There was a show of public worship without a corresponding transformation in the lives of the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 7:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Astonished At The Majesty And Power Of God

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 26, 2023

Astonishment to the nth power. Predicted by the prophets and fulfilled in Jesus.

Saturday of the 25th week in course 2023 “All were astonished at the majesty of God.” Of course, anyone who has gone a hundred miles from bright city lights into a cloudless countryside and has looked up knows this to be true. God’s creation, sustained in existence by His mighty hand, is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:43-45, Jeremiah 31:10-13, Zechariah 2:5-12

Denomination: Catholic

Grace Of Our Lord Jesus Christ

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jul 22, 2024

There are only 3 types of references to the “Grace of Our Lord Jesus Christ.”

There are only 3 types of references to the “Grace of Our Lord Jesus Christ.” 1 Timothy 2:11, 1st grace is exclusive to salvation. 2nd is the source of grace. 3rd is being commended to the saints of God. 14 books in the N.T. close with the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. It is an ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:11

Denomination: Baptist

The King's Judgment: Embracing The Least Of These

Contributed by Ronald Moore on Nov 26, 2023

The powerful image of the King's final judgment, a scene that vividly portrays the destiny awaiting all humanity.

Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Today, our hearts are drawn to the profound and challenging words of our Lord Jesus Christ in the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 25, verses 31-46. In these verses, we encounter the powerful image of the King's final judgment, a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Anglican

Applying God’s Promises Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 10, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the importance of applying God's promises and the benefits that come from doing so.

As children of God, we have been given a treasure trove of promises in His Word that are meant to guide, comfort, and empower us. However, simply knowing these promises is not enough; we must apply them to our lives to experience their transformative power. In this sermon, we will explore the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:4, Hebrews 4:12

Fed Up With Attack Politics? Take Our Country Back With Our Words

Contributed by Lee Houston on Jul 3, 2025

As an old man, I remember a time when Americans, no matter their party, prayed for the leaders we elected. Whether we voted for him, her or not, we wanted him or her to succeed. Why? Because we understood that when a leader succeeds, the nation succeeds.

Fed up with attack politics? Take Our Country Back with Our Words As an old man, I remember a time when Americans, no matter their party, prayed for the leaders we elected. Whether we voted for him, her or not, we wanted him or her to succeed. Why? Because we understood that when a leader ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1

Peter's Visit Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 28, 2025

Peter's Visit

Acts 10:23 - 33 Peter's Visit 1. The Walk It's Preparation - 23 Then called he them in, and lodged them. It's Prosecution - And on the morrow Peter went away with them, It's Participation - and certain brethren from Joppa accompanied him. 2. The Wait - (The Next ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:23-33

Denomination: Holiness

The Church Is A Place Of Ritual Or Relationship? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 14, 2025

In what areas of your life might you be prioritizing ritual over relationship with God?

As Christians, we must examine our hearts and ensure that our worship is genuine, not just a ritual. Let's explore few examples of how some Christians and churches may be going through the motions without a personal relationship with Christ. 1. Sunday Service Attendance Without Heartfelt ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:113, James 1:27

Sheep Very Much With A Shepherd

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 31, 2023

But Jesus did not express any kind of weariness with the neediness of the needy. He saw that they were as confused and defenseless as a flock of sheep with no shepherd

Saturday of 4th Sunday in Course 2023 What is the greatest need of the teens and adults in the Western world today? The majority of them rarely or never cross the threshold of any kind of church. And they are by no means happy. We know from psychological surveys that those who are members of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:15-21, Psalm 23:1-6, Mark 6:30-34

Denomination: Catholic

Unlocking Divine Blessings SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Many individuals expend unnecessary effort in worry, work, and struggle without God's blessings. Haggai's message to the people, in nine points, taught them how to align their priorities correctly. He provided them with a word from God that reverberated with wisdom and guidance.

Many people spend too much time worrying and working without experiencing the blessings of God. In Haggai's message to the people, he taught them how to prioritize their lives according to God's will. By aligning their actions with God's purpose, they could tap into His supernatural blessings. Let ...read more

Topics: God's Provision, Prioritizing God

The Joyous Birth Of Jesus SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

A festive celebration of the birth of Jesus, as observed by Christians worldwide.

A. The Birth of a King (Prince George) The birth of Prince George, the firstborn son of Prince William and Kate, Duchess of Cambridge, captured the attention of the world. The media frenzy surrounding this event was unprecedented, with reporters scrambling to gather any news about the royal baby. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-40

Topics: Christmas, Nativity

Grieve No More

Contributed by Todd Riley on Oct 18, 2000

Between 1501 to 1504 this famous artist chiseled a 13 ½ foot marble statute of a famous Bible person.

Between 1501 to 1504 this famous artist chiseled a 13 ½ foot marble statute of a famous Bible person. Q Who did the work? Q Who did he conceive his work to be representative of? Hint: also famous for painting the Sistine chapel. Famous for a painting that pictures God’s finger reaching out ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Portrait Of A Disciple - Part 1

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. REVIEW 1.

A. REVIEW 1. We were introduced last week to the two understandings of the term "church" as presented in the New Testament: a. the Church U __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __, that great assembly of all the saints who have ever lived, and b. the Church P __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __, the communio sanctorum, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-12

The Grace-Sustained Life

Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 22, 2002

Learn to receive the grace of God and give away to others the grace of God.

If you’ve been with us for the last six months, you are in for a wonderful surprise today. We will complete Paul’s letter to the Philippians within the next 30 minutes! For some of you, I’m guessing reading and studying through one of the 66 books in the Bible is a new experience, and I hope ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:21-23

Denomination: *other