Sermons on Perfection:

Thank God For The Thorns

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 12, 2025

How do we respond to the thorns that just won't go away? Paul gives a great example and encouragement in what to do.

2.16.25 2 Corinthians 12:7b–10 (EHV) 7 I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me, so that I would not become arrogant. 8 Three times I pleaded with the Lord about this, that he would take it away from me. 9 And he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, because ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Still Under Construction PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 1, 2024

This sermon explores the promise of God's ongoing work in believers, emphasizing the journey of salvation, sanctification, and the certainty of Christ's transformative power.

Welcome, beloved children of God, to this sacred gathering, where we unite as one family under the loving eyes of our Heavenly Father. We are here today to celebrate His goodness, to marvel at His mercy, and to learn from His living Word. We are here to grow, to learn, to be shaped and molded by ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Topics: Salvation

Now That I've Got Your Attention PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 26, 2024

This sermon explores how we can perceive God's plan, prepare for His purpose, and proceed in His path, using Moses' encounter with God as an example. Key

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy to gather together as a family of faith, to share in the warmth of fellowship and the nourishment of God's Word. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. Each one of us, in our own unique way, is part of the grand ...read more

Topics: Bible College, Commencement Address

Growing In The Midst Of Trials

Contributed by Francis Camacho on Jul 10, 2002

4 Attitudes to have to grow in the midst of Trials based on James 1: 2-8

Growing in the Midst of Trials How to deal with Trials James 1: 2-8 2 My brothers and sisters, consider it nothing but joy when you fall into all sorts of trials, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance. 4 And let endurance have its perfect effect, so that you will be ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

Creation Of Trees Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Oct 29, 2007

This is an introductory message on trees of the Bible. It is based on the creation of trees recorded in Genesis 1:11.

Genesis 1:11 “God said, Let the earth bring forth grass, the herb yielding seed, and the fruit tree yielding fruit after his kind, whose seed is in itself, upon the earth: and it was so. And the earth brought forth grass, and herb yielding seed after his kind, and the tree yielding fruit, whose ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:11-12

A Father's Dilemma

Contributed by Troy Mason on Dec 22, 2001

How one man came to know Jesus Christ.

A Father’s Dilemma Mark 9:14-29 Introduction: This story is about a father who came to know Christ. He did not do it alone, nor did he do without reservation. His story is a model for many of us. NLT “…Help me not to doubt.” WE “…Help me to believe more.” I. Desperation – This father was sunk ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Baptist

Four Things That God Does Not Know

Contributed by David Stulley on Dec 29, 2001

Four things that God does not know

1. God doesn’t know a sin that He doesn’t hate. God hates all sin.Sin is what seperates us from Him. People today feel as though the gospel is for all the "bad people" and not for them. God is not like our fourth grade teacher He doesn’t grade on the curve.My sin can’t be measured by what you’ve ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-18, 2 Peter 3:9

Denomination: Holiness

Elements Of Pride

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 27, 2009

An acronym of the elements of pride.

Pride goes before destruction. Proverb 16:18 *I want to talk about some elements or characteristics of PRIDE. A person does not have to exhibit all of these characteristics to have an issue with pride. Someone dealing with pride will see any one or a combination of these characteristics in ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Show Our Love Too God

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Apr 23, 2020

Love To God

Love To God Romans 8: 28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. 1. Threefold Commandment. Deuteronomy 6: 28 And we know that all things work together for good to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

Father-Son Relationship With God Almighty

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Dec 5, 2018

You have a father - Sinn relationship with God, take advantage of it

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: FATHER-SON RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD ALMIGHTY Romans 5:9-11 King James Version (KJV) 9 Much more then, being now justified by his blood, we shall be saved from wrath through him. 10 For if, when we were enemies, we were reconciled to God ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:9-11

Denomination: Charismatic

God Care For Us

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Aug 20, 2016

Listen God does care for all people.

GOD’ S CARE FOR US 1st Peter 5: 6 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: 7 Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. When we understand how much God cares for us then and only then we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Value Of Peace

Contributed by George Warner on Jun 1, 2020

WHAT THE BOOK OF PSALMS SAYS

In Psalm 34 the Bible tells us to seek peace and pursue it. A similar verse is found in 1 Peter 3, and a verse in Psalm 37 implies that peace is a hallmark of spiritual perfection. Mark the perfect man and behold the upright, for the end of that man is peace Psalm 37:37. Every born again Christian ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:14

Waiting For God To Answer Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 1, 2022

Waiting patiently can be hard work, and this is especially true when we are waiting upon the Lord.

Waiting for God to answer My wife and I have just recovered from our second round of Covid-19. After each positive lateral flow test, we had to wait patiently for the day our tests would be negative. I am sure you would agree that waiting patiently can be hard work, and this is especially true ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Finding God's Goodness Amidst Difficulties SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

James in his first chapter warns us not to be deceived, providing reasons to believe in God's goodness regardless of our circumstances.

In the late 90s, there was a popular saying in the church: "God is good, all the time; all the time, God is good." It's easy to proclaim God's goodness when things are going well, but what about when we face difficult circumstances? How can we know that God is truly good? In James 1:16-18, we find ...read more

Scripture: James 1:16-18

Topics: God's Goodness, Overcoming Hardships

Funeral

Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 13, 2001

Funeral for an elderly lady

Funeral Memorial Services are in reality for the living and on such occasions they serve a three-fold service! I. REMEMBER THE DEPARTED Read Obituary II. COMFORT THE BEREAVED A.There is always comfort in the remembering how of how the ones we love have touched our ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist