Sermons on Passive Listening:

Come And Behold Him

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 22, 2006

The gift of the Maji.

This morning I want to invite you to join me in reflecting upon the timeless invitation that lies beneath all the activity of this season;…the invitation to COME AND BEHOLD HIM. As one of the great Christmas anthems declares so beautifully “O come all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant O come ye, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Refuse To Grow Up

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 4, 2009

Jesus’ admonition to become like a child blends with Proverbs solemn command to get wisdom. Refuse to become bland and careful; to be closed to new truth; to be cynical.

Without question the clowns were the hits of our Vacation Bible School a month or so ago. Fonzie the clown got things off to a rollicking start on Monday night, and the kids cackled at his fright wig and squealed with astonishment at all the wonders of his brown paper bag. Every joke was hilarious, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Finishing Well

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Aug 15, 2016

Bad things happen even to Christians. Yet, we are not alone. God places us in the family of faith. And as we keep our eyes on Jesus, we can endure anything, for his sake, knowing our faith will be rewarded, if not in this life, then in the next.

Hebrews 11:32-12:3 Finishing Well Today’s passage is one of the most beautiful and most moving passages of the Bible. It brings us to the end of our two-week walk through the Bible’s “Hall of Faith.” Hebrews chapter 11 lists many of the great faith heroes of the Bible, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Saved By Grace Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 2, 2018

Message 2 in our exposition of Galatians. This message

Chico Alliance Church “Saved By Grace” Out of a devotion to the basics of “teaching, fellowship breaking of bread, prayers” comes relevant ministry and connection that develops and demonstrates dynamic relationship with God, selfless love for each other and effective impact in our world. Early in ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Struggles Of Faith Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jan 23, 2018

The 45th sermon in our series on Genesis and in this sermon we see Isaac model faithfulness and we see God bless him for it.

The Struggles of Faith (Genesis Pt. 45) Text: Genesis 26:18-35 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) Now if you remember last time, we looked at Isaac and how God told him to not go to Egypt, even though there was a famine in the land. And so Isaac obeyed God, but then he got into sin. God worked it out, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:18-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The God Of Creation

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Mar 11, 2017

In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth” (Genesis 1:1).

The first book of the Bible is called “Genesis. The Jews called the book "B'reshith." (Original Hebrew title), It means "in the beginning." (See 1:1a). Taken from the book's famous first words: "In the beginning …," It records beginnings of all things, so it is a very apt title for this book. “The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Genesis 1:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fruit Of The Spirit

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Apr 25, 2017

Fruit of the spirit

Fruits of the Spirit (Matt.5:13-16 ) Intro: Many years a missionary employed a Chinese scholar to translate the New Testament into the Chinese language. The scholar was a Confucianist and had never heard of Christianity until the missionary had hired him. The scholar was a painstaking person and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Don't Forget About Me PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2023

This sermon encourages believers to pursue a deeper relationship with God, moving forward with purpose and perseverance, guided by His promise.

Good morning, dear friends. It is a joy to stand here today, to share the word of God with you, and to dwell on the richness and depth of His wisdom. In this gathering, we are not merely individuals, but a community of believers, bound together by our shared faith and love for our Savior. We are ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13

Topics: Following

Identity In Time Of Crisis PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 20, 2023

This sermon encourages confronting life's crises with faith in Christ, claiming our identity in Him, and finding courage amidst struggles through His strength and wisdom.

Welcome, dear family in Christ. Gather around, as we gather our hearts and minds to engage with the divine wisdom of the Scriptures, the timeless truths of God's Word. Today, we turn our attention to an extraordinary passage from the Old Testament, a passage that speaks with a resonance that echoes ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-4

Topics: Identity

A Good Shepherd PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023

Explores the depth of Jesus Christ's love, guidance, and commitment as our Good Shepherd, urging us to trust and obey Him, even in challenges.

Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering where we seek to immerse ourselves in the divine wisdom of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Our hearts are open, our spirits are willing, and we are ready to receive the nourishment that only God's Word can provide. We are here today to celebrate ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11

Topics: Characteristics, Good Shepherd

The Seed In My Hand PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023

This sermon encourages us to find hope, satisfaction, and rewards in God's promises, emphasizing the spiritual benefits of living in righteousness and faith.

Good morning, dear family of God. We gather here today, not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters in Christ. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our Scripture today comes from the book of Zechariah, chapter 8, verse 12. It says, "For the seed shall be prosperous, the vine ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 8:12

Topics: Satisfaction, Christ

Soul Power PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 3, 2023

This sermon explores the interaction between the Spirit, the Soul, and the Body, emphasizing the importance of understanding God's Spirit within us.

Hey there, family! Glad to see each and every one of you here today, ready to dig into God's Word together. We've got a great topic lined up today, and it's one that I think is going to hit home for a lot of us. We're going to be talking about the Spirit, the Soul, and the Body, and how these ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:16

Topics: Guard, Soul

A Man After My Heart PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 9, 2023

This sermon explores understanding our spiritual hearts, viewing them through God's perspective, and striving to become people after God's own heart, like David.

Good morning, family! It's a joy to be here with you all today, and I'm thrilled to get into some powerful truths from God's word together. We're going to be chatting about a topic that's close to us all, something we all carry within us, something that defines who we are - our hearts. Not the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:22

Topics: Human Heart

The Power Of Consistent Living PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 13, 2023

This sermon explores Caleb's unwavering faith and courage, encouraging believers to claim God's promises regardless of age or circumstance. Key

Good morning, beloved family of God. I stand before you today with a heart full of anticipation and a spirit filled with joy, for I have been given the privilege of sharing with you a message that I believe will inspire and uplift you. Today, we turn our focus to the story of a man whose faith was ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:6-12

Topics: Staying Faithful, Living For Jesus

Thankfulness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 17, 2023

Explores how to maintain joy, prayer, and gratitude in all circumstances, even during difficult times, as a Christian duty.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. We are gathered here today in the love and fellowship that binds us together. We are here to share, to learn, and to grow in the light of God's Word. Our focus today is on a simple, yet powerful passage from the book of 1 Thessalonians. It's a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Topics: Gratitude