Sermons on Payment:

Be Observant And Flexible Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Oct 30, 2021

It is all too common for individuals in ministry to become overly focused on small and often menial tasks, and then forget to take time for the people around them; and ministry is supposed to be about people! Jesus was flexible.

We live in a hectic and fast paced world. I’m sure that many of you have noticed just how busy life can be. I read an article entitled, “Goal Oriented or People Oriented,” and I want to share with you something it says. This article states, “Many times we get caught up in our ‘to do’ lists and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:18-26

Denomination: Baptist

A. B. C. 2nd Sunday After Christmas. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 15, 2021

JANUARY 4th, 2026.

Jeremiah 31:7-14; Psalm 147:12-20; Ephesians 1:3-14; John 1:1-18. A). A SONG OF CONSOLATION. Jeremiah 31:7-14. Jeremiah envisages a time of rebuilding for all Israel (Jeremiah 31:4). Mentioning the mountains of Samaria (Jeremiah 31:5), he speaks of a day when the watchmen of Ephraim will ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:7-14, Psalm 147:12-20, Ephesians 1:3-14, John 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

All Have Sinned

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Aug 10, 2021

In fact, the family I was born into were all sinners. And when I went to school, I was surrounded by sinners. As life continued, I was not able to get away from sinners!

Alba 7-8-2021 ALL HAVE SINNED Romans 3:9-26 I am so glad to have so many of our relatives with us in church today. These are people from Janine's family. I actually knew most of them quite well before Janine and I got together. So now I am part of this family. And I love them all. But ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Become A Saint? Series

Contributed by Peter Kelly on Aug 25, 2021

Series #2 in the series. The fact that God no longer sees a Christian as a sinner ought to turn us tuward what sainthood means.

I. Introduction A. Review Paul’s introduction -Last week we looked at the first part of Paul’s introduction to the church at Corinth. -Even though the letter contains several areas of chastisement, or correction, Paul begins by encouraging the church at Corinth. -He reminds them ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:4-9

Love Is A Verb

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Aug 12, 2024

Love is a verb. Love is an active word, and where there is love there will always be a response to the needs of other people.

Alba 8-11-2024 LOVE IS A VERB I John 3:11-18 We are subjected to so much rhetoric these days, especially with the elections coming. But much of it is just empty words. There are politicians who just ramble on and on without seemingly saying a thing. Unfortunately that problem can happen within ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-18, James 2:14-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Defilement Of Bitterness Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 5, 2022

Hebrews tells us that bitterness defiles. But what does that mean and why should I avoid this emotion?

Our Sermon Series this month is entitled: "Insomniacs: Things That Keep Us Up At Night." I read that some of the Polynesian natives spend a great deal of time fighting. When people offend them, they steal something that belonged to offender and hang it from the ceiling of their hut. Then ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:9-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great Depression # 6

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 31, 2021

It is easy to understand why we have so many depressed people in our society when you consider all the depressing things that are being dumped on them daily.

(1) TAXES CAN BE DEPRESSING We continuously hear of the problems of our school systems. When you ask the school board what it is going to take to solve this problem, they say, “MORE MONEY!” • Will Rogers said that Alexander Hamilton originated the “put and take system” in our national treasury: ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Seizing The Moment Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 7, 2022

In order to walk in victory, we must daily devote ourselves and our time to seeking the Lord and His presence. We must learn to seize every minute and every second, and make the most of it for the Lord while living in the present moment.

When we start claiming new territory for the Lord, as in leading people to faith in Christ, we will more than likely have to fight some spiritual battles; and fighting can be tiresome. Fighting can leave us weary and discouraged wishing the conflict was at an end; wanting to slow down and enjoy ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 10:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Singing A New Song Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 7, 2022

David speaks of singing a "New Song." What does that mean, and what difference can singing songs about Jesus make in our lives?

OPEN with song: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WjF_xGUS6X8 gives example of melody) “Sing unto the Lord a new song, sing unto the Lord all the earth (repeat); For God is great and greatly to be praised (repeat). OPEN: Years ago, I was at a Christian camp, where the Dean of that week challenged ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Nothing But Christ

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 8, 2022

Paul would know no one but Jesus! There's no one greater to know, no one loves us as much, only He can save us, He's the only way to heaven, and He's God's only choice to redeem the world. Who is this Jesus to YOU?

NOTHING BUT CHRIST 1 Cor. 2:1-2 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. An avid golfer told his wife he might have give up golfing. “Why?” she said. “Because I can’t see where the ball lands, and so, I can’t find my golf balls.” “Well, why don’t you take Uncle George with you; he’s got good eyesight.” “Are you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What A Miracle Looks Like

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Jan 15, 2022

He is a miracle working God

Today, I want to take a look at the life of a man that was radically changed by the power of God. But most importantly I want to look at his faith and his reaction to Jesus. As the story open up, we see that this was a man that was paralyzed. He had never known what it was to walk. What he had ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Book Of Galatians – Chapter 4:6-7 Message 13 – The Greatness And Wonder Of Being Made Adopted Sons And Heirs In Christ – What Is "The Inheritance” - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Apr 13, 2024

Our high privileged position is to be lifted from sin and made the adopted sons of God. That makes us heirs, and this time we are opening up what THE INHERITANCE is that God has reserved for us in heaven. It is so wonderful. The inheritance was purchased at greatest cost. Praise God!

THE BOOK OF GALATIANS – CHAPTER 4:6-7 MESSAGE 13 – THE GREATNESS AND WONDER OF BEING MADE ADOPTED SONS AND HEIRS IN CHRIST – WHAT IS “THE INHERITANCE” - PART 2 We have been focussing our studies in the last two messages on {{Galatians 4:6 Because you are sons, God has sent forth the Spirit of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:6-7, Acts 20:32, 1 Corinthians 2:9-10, Acts 26:17-18, Ephesians 1:11-12, Ephesians 1:13-14, 2 Corinthians 1:22, 2 Corinthians 5:5, Ephesians 1:15-18, Colossians 1:12, Hebrews 11:8, 1 Peter 1:3-5, Romans 8:28-31, 1 Corinthians 2:7-8, Ephesians 1:5-6, Ephesians 1:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon: Expect A Prophet’s Reward

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 21, 2024

Jesus talks about the rewards one can expect for receiving prophets, righteous men, and giving cups of cold water to little ones in the name of a disciple. How can we be sure that we will receive the prophet’s reward?

Sermon: Expect A Prophet’s Reward Scripture Lessons: Matthew 10:1, 16, 40-42 “And when he had called unto him his twelve disciples, he gave them power against unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all manner of sickness and all manner of disease” 16 “Behold, I send you forth as sheep in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1, Matthew 10:16, Matthew 10:40-42, Galatians 6:6-10, 1 Timothy 5:17-18, 2 Kings 4:8-9, 2 Kings 8:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

A Model Israelite

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 26, 2024

For Proper 26 Year B. November 3, 2024. This is from the Old Testament reading from Ruth 1:1-18

A Model Israelite Ruth 1:1–18 NKJV Now it came to pass, in the days when the judges ruled, that there was a famine in the land. And a certain man of Bethlehem, Judah, went to dwell in the country of Moab, he and his wife and his two sons. The name of the man was Elimelech, the name of his wife was ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Did God Become Man? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 30, 2024

In answer to the question, “Why did God become man?” we learn that God became man to solve a problem only he could solve.

Introduction Christmas is a wonderful day. The secular culture celebrates Christmas as a time to party and share gifts. Christians, however, celebrate Christmas because it is Jesus’ birthday. Advent is the season immediately before Christmas Day. In the church calendar, it begins four Sundays ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1, John 1:14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed