Sermons on Pathetic:

"Dueling With The Devil"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 12, 2002

Only through Christ can we have victory in life.

Matthew 4:1-11 “Dueling With The Devil” By: Kenneth Emerson Sauer Pastor, Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA If I recall correctly through my very limited knowledge of Greek mythology, Achilles was the guy who was dipped head first into the River Styx, and this made him ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

I Believe In Family Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 18, 2006

Individual commitment to obey God is the key to changing our culture to child-friendly and family safe!

1 Praise the LORD! Praise the LORD, O my soul! I will praise the LORD as long as I live; I will sing praises to my God all my life long. Do not put your trust in princes, in mortals, in whom there is no help. When their breath departs, they return to the earth; on that very day their plans ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 146:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

Built Up In The Faith

Contributed by W. Alderman on Feb 19, 2006

When one is edified, he is letting the Word powerfully have its effect in a Spirit filled manner.

Edification or "built up" in the Faith Pastor W. Max Alderman Text: Col.3: 16-21 Introduction: To be edified or "built up" in the faith requires that a man be filled with the spirit and obedient to the Word. In reality a person cannot be filled with the spirit who ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Believer's Authority, Pt. 2

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Nov 22, 2008

It is impossible to dominate in the natural realm if Jesus does not dominate in the spiritual realm!

Is Jesus King supreme in your life? Every child of God must allow the King to be supreme in order to exercise supremely the authority of the King! You ask, “Pastor, where am I supposed to exercise this authority?” Over the world and its luring, over the flesh and its lusts and over the devil and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Daring To Die Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 26, 2007

As disciples of Christ we have to dare to give up all that we are to become all that Jesus wants us to be

Daring to Die Series: Daring Discipleship John 12:23-26 August 20, 2006 Morning Service Introduction There is a great search going on the spiritual realms. This is a search that Jesus is making. Does that surprise you? It shouldn’t. Jesus is searching for people. Not just any people but a special ...read more

Scripture: John 12:23-26

Denomination: Church Of God

The Wisdom Of A Believer Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 1, 2005

believers are to walk in wisdom

We are going to talk about wisdom today. I thought I would contrast the wisdom of Scripture with the wisdom of the world. Here are a few gems of wisdom I found concerning the wisdom of the world; in a minute I will explain the wisdom of a believer. From the world someone said… Accept that some ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

But What If?

Contributed by Wendell Blackburn on Jan 7, 2005

What if Jesus is really risen?

BUT WHAT IF??? 1 1st CORINTHIANS 15:1-19 Tonight I have one question about Life, Death and Eternity!! IS JESUS REALLY RISEN?? John 2:18 says: What sign showest thou unto us, seeing that thou doest these things?? John 2:19 Jesus said: Destroy this temple, and in three days I will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Cry From The Cave

Contributed by Mike Turner on Jan 9, 2005

David was hiding in a dark cave from Saul, but his greatest darkness was that of his spirit, and soul

The Cry From The Caves Psa 142:1-7 The book of Psalms it a book that deals with practically every human emotion. If you’re dealing with an emotional problem, you’ll probably find something in the Psalms that you can identify with. It is an extremely honest book ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 142:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is Not Here: He Is Risen

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 16, 2009

This sermon was preached on Easter Sunday about the resurrection power of Jesus Christ.

Jesus is not here: He is risen Matthew 28:1-10 Introduction: This morning for the Christian is a celebration. It is in the remembrance of the first resurrection Sunday. The word Easter appears only in the KJV one time(Acts 12:4), but proper remembrance ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Nazarene

Would You Let Your Kids Go To A Youth Group Run By Jesus?

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 2, 2007

I imagine that, given the types of persons that huddled around Jesus, there would have, at the very least, been a fair bit of flirting going on at those gatherings.

We’re in Luke chapter 15, and Jesus appears to be partying again! Jesus was fond of saying that the Kingdom of God is like a party, and he seemed keen to illustrate that with his lifestyle, wherein he was a frequent guest at dinner parties and a not too infrequent host of spontaneous soirees. And ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Everybody’s God

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jan 7, 2018

The story of the wise men reminds us we worship a God above political might, a God over religious complacency, and a God over cultural prejudice. Often God colors outside the lines, moving in ways that shatter our assumptions. Our God is everybody's God!

Matthew 2:1-12 Everybody’s God Today we conclude the “twelve days of Christmas,” that period of time between Christmas day and Epiphany, celebrated just yesterday. In church history, Epiphany marks the arrival of the wise men, the magi from afar bringing gifts to celebrate the newborn king. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

When We’re Scared To Go Against What Everyone Else Is Saying

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 29, 2013

A look at Pilate's desire to please the people and the ways that we often behave in the same way.

AN EASY TEMPTATION: We want to satisfy the crowd. - Mark 15:15. - Most of us like being liked. We want people to approve of us. - And it is nice when everyone is backing what we’re saying or what we’re doing. - This is probably the most important phrase in our passage for ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:6-15

Denomination: Baptist

How To Respond When Your Toes Get Stepped On

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 14, 2013

A look at how we should respond when an uncomfortable word of rebuke comes our way.

[Drama idea: Frame as a cheesy commercial. Three people on a pew, two getting convicted and visibly uncomfortable (squirming, facial agitation), one blithe and unconcerned. After a while, the other two ask him how he’s not bothered. He shows off his steel-toed boots. He got the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Easter Experience

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Jun 11, 2012

An Easter Message on Experiencing MORE

The Easter Experience John 10:10 INTRODUCTION Top Ten Reasons to Celebrate Easter 10. You absolutely love the movie, "The Ten Commandments". 9. Jelly Beans! (except for the icky white ones) 8. You look really, really good in pastel colors. 7. How can any holiday that starts with a "Good Friday" ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Paradise Found Series

Contributed by John Sears on Mar 20, 2012

This is a 1st person drama message depicting the thief on Jesus’ right hand. The setting is paradise.

Character: Theif on Right Hand of Jesus The Setting: Paradise (Come onto stage dressed in white robes) I never expected the robes. I never expected a second chance. My name? It’s not important. But the story I share is. My life had been a pathetic mess. As long as I can remember, I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-43

Denomination: Christian Church