Sermons on Permits:

Sermon On The Clarity Of Mindfulness

Contributed by William Meakin on Feb 9, 2025

The clarity of mindfulness can be associated with a state of mental sharpness where one can think clearly, focus attentively, and process information efficiently without feeling bewildered or enraptured, essentially allowing for rational decision-making and a clear understanding of situations.

Jon Kabat-Zinn, an American educator once remarked: “Mindfulness is about love and loving life. When you cultivate this love, it gives you clarity and compassion for life, and your actions happen in accordance with that.” Acts 17:29 reminds us: “Being then God's offspring, we ought not to think ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, Colossians 3:2, Proverbs 3:5-6, Romans 12:2

Waiting For Jesus

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Apr 1, 2023

Don’t wait for angels while waiting for Jesus to return. Be ready for Jesus by being someone’s angel.

A couple of decades ago there was a really popular television show called Touched by an Angel. How many of you used to watch it? It was pretty good, wasn’t it? It was optimistic and uplifting without being overly sugary or sentimental. So think back. Wouldn’t it be great if, just when you most ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God’s Directions For The Church’s Ministries Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 10, 2024

Today, we should be devoted to making disciples, to gathering together for strength, and this is what we see as the continuing mission of the church! Will we obey and continue to share the only message that matters to a world in desperate need?

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 21 God’s Directions for the Church’s Ministries Acts 14:8-28 Dismiss children for nursery (under 4) and children’s church (ages 4-7) Camper – appreciate your understanding for a time Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:8-28, Luke 9:23, Nehemiah 9:6, Psalm 116:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Genesis Chapter Forty Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 26, 2024

These are thoughts on Genesis Chapter Forty. In his work, "What does every Bible chapter say..." John Hunt gives an overview of each chapter of the Bible. It is my intention to do the same thing here.

GENESIS CHAPTER FORTY OVERVIEW Overall what is happening in this chapter is that while in prison, Joseph interprets two dreams. Thomas Coke (1801) – Genesis 40 The chief butler and chief baker of Pharaoh relate their dreams to Joseph. He interprets the dreams, which after three days are ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 40:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Should Fathers Raise Their Children Rightly?

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Jun 15, 2023

Raising children today is more complicated, not only because they live in an era of modern technology or a digital era in which everything is computerized, but because we compete with the world of entertainment, public schools, and even governments who have and propagate values different from ours.

Raising children today is more complicated, not only because they live in an era of modern technology or a digital era in which everything is computerized, but because we compete with the world of entertainment, public schools, and even governments who have and propagate values different from ours. ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:5, Proverbs 22:6, Titus 2:7-8, Deuteronomy 6:4-7, 1 Chronicles 29:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

On The Shelf--- Paralyzed

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 16, 2023

Are we available to be used for God's work? Could we be paralyzed by the fear of giants? How big is your problem vs. HOW BIG IS OUR GOD?

PARALYZED --- ON THE SHELF: By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Part #1. The little boy spent the night at his grandparents’ house. Grandpa and grandson were sitting on the porch and looking to the sky. The grandson said: PA, LOOK HOW SMALL THAT JET IS? ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:33, 1 Samuel 17:9, 1 Samuel 17:32-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fasting To Know God Intimately Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 10, 2023

If you are going to become intimate with God, you must get close to God.

A. GOD TOUCHED 8,000 PENTECOSTAL PREACHERS 1. Ed Silvoso of Harvest Evangelism invited me to del Plata, Argentina to speak to approximately 8,000 pastors, the largest gathering of Pentecostal preachers I had ever addressed. 2. The preacher before me motivated the crowd, there were shouts of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:22, Psalm 22:3

Denomination: Baptist

Why Are We Told To Grow Where We Are Planted?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 15, 2023

We are told that believers should be content where they are and abide with God. We are to Bud, Bloom, Blossom and be Blissful wherever we are. It takes time for us to get to where God wants us to be.

If we are faithful in what God has called us to do, we will be brought up (budding). God has a plan, and He is preparing for us to bloom. God brings us through trials in order for us to blossom. We are to wait for Him while He prepares us to be in the condition that we are to be in. In this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:17-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How Do I Know If I Am Guilty Of Breaking The Ten Commandments?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 25, 2023

Scripture tells us what we are to do but do we truly obey? I do not do that, do I?

In the wake of getting away from the Egyptians through the Red Sea, the Israelites went through the wilderness and showed up at Mount Sinai. It is here that the Ten Commandments and guidelines on how to fabricate the Tabernacle were given to them. We also find out the significance of obedience to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Exerting Extra Effort: Seeds Of Good Deeds!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 1, 2023

Jesus needed to go and spend some time at Sychar, Samaria. There was a little sinner lady that Jesus saw her potential. Jesus invested time and love to win her. He that wins souls is wise.

EXERTING EXTRA EFFORT… THE SEEDS OF GOOD DEEDS! VISIT AT THE WELL VS LIVING AT THE WELL! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Proverbs 11:30 The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that winneth souls is wise. Proverb 11:30 (Amplified) The ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:30, John 4:4-11, John 4:12-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Baby Dedication Service

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Feb 17, 2023

This is a baby dedication service that can be adapted and used for any dedication of a baby or child

Introduction The practice of dedicating a baby to the Lord is found in the presentation of Samuel by his mother, Hannah, in 1 Samuel 1:28 where Hannah says, “So I have also dedicated him to Yahweh; as long as he lives, he is dedicated to Yahweh.” When Jesus was still a few days old, Mary & ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:19-28, Luke 2:22, Psalm 127:3-4, Deuteronomy 6:4-7

Denomination: Brethren

Called

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jan 15, 2024

A sermon for the Second Sunday after Epiphany, Year B

January 14, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church 1 Samuel 3:1-10; John 1:43-51 Called Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Our scriptural texts today center on being called. We meet the young boy Samuel who is awakened in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10, John 1:43-51

Denomination: Lutheran

The Burial Of Jesus

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Feb 10, 2020

John 19:31-42 deals with the transition from the cross to the tomb. Two groups are involved here: the Roman soldiers, and two friendly Jewish leaders who have come to believe in Jesus as the promised Messiah.

The Burial of Jesus: John 19:31-42 Intro: Everything about the arrest, trials, beatings, death, and burial of Jesus was a continuous departure from proper protocols and basic fairness. The only reason this worked is that Jesus permitted all of it to happen to him because he willingly laid down his ...read more

Scripture: John 19:31-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Failure Not Final Sermon Iii: A Failure Almost Impossible To Cope With Or Overcome Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Mar 11, 2020

By God's grace, invoked by the praying of God's people plus an humble attitude brought about by God's discipline, servants of God can be forgiven of their failure and healed of their critical spirit.

A FAILURE ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO COPE WITH, LET ALONE OVERCOME “To better understand Baptist behavior, come over to the college and study human behavior.” Thus spoke Dr. George Christenberry, president of Augusta State University but also chairman of the deacons at ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 12:1-15

Serpent Truths

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 16, 2020

There are spiritual truths to the legend of St. Patrick driving snakes out of Ireland. Knowing those truths equips you to share the Gospel of Christ for St. Patrick’s Day.

Serpent Truths The Snakes St. Patrick Overcame in Ireland Over the centuries, people have succumbed to myths placing them over truth because it pleases the flesh, causing them to miss the blessings of Holy Spirit leading. The Bible tells Christians, “Have nothing to do with irreverent, silly ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational